I came to this salon while I was in town visiting a friend; we had a last-minute idea to get our…read morehair cut together and were able to get in same day. My goal was to go back to a pixie cut after years of having long, boring hair and Nicolas did a fantastic job! I loved that he seemed genuinely as excited as I was to go for the chop, and he executed it perfectly based on the photos I showed him. Before and after pics provided. I'm already planning to visit again the next time I'm back in the area - and not just because it's half the price of my regular Bay Area hair cuts.

I went in as a same-day appointment, as I had had my hair platinum about a week week and a half…read moreprior, and needed it to be corrected. I was very clear on the phone setting the appointment that it was a color correction. I came in and saw Kari Wells. I showed her a picture of what I wanted (The picture I showed her is attached) I said; just darker shade on my roots: but still blonde; as I've always been a blonde, and was very clear that I have strawberry blonde. when I had the foils on, I had to say "shouldn't you wash them out" I think they sat for a good 40 minutes when she told me they only should've been 20. She had no timer set? so I don't know how she anticipated timing correctly. But I was keeping a eye on my cell phones clock.. She washes my hair, I look in the mirror and the whole all of my hair is completely dark gray. When I told her...I was not happy that my hair was gray...She proceeded to try about three more things to make it not gray; Repeating to me out loud, the color wheel, I left the salon as I arrived in a baseball cap. So about $200-$250 later, I went home crying in a baseball cap. It was very clear I had a very big event the next evening, that is formal dress up, and I was heartbroken that my hair was worse than when I went in. I called my daughter in tears, she sent me to Walgreens to get this oops! which I put on my hair and took all the color out that kari had put in...and that looked so much better than it did when I left the salon; So I basically paid 200 $250, to sit for five hours, make my hair worse....for her at the end to tell me where it in a braid, it looks better that way pulled back. Nobody wants gray hair. Then she told me the reason my hair turned gray was because I have well Water? I've lived in the same house forever. Never had a problem with my hair, turning gray when it was colored. I'm calling BS on that explanation. Not a happy client I will not recommend, I will not be back, it was one of the most horrible experiences I've had with my hair. I would not have been that bad. If she taken ownership and said the color correct and I'm doing is not working, but she waited till the very end to ask somebody for help. And said to me about 1 million times what she was doing "as if I knew? That's why I went to an expert; A upper class salon as well, It's not like I went to great clips. she kept saying to me does that make sense, does that make sense, she must've said that 200 times. None of it made sense because when I left my hair was worse than when I got there. Do not go, do not waste your money or time....100% Dissatisfied....

Awesome! She is the best and my go-to. I've always wanted to go to her whenever I had a problem Or…read moreanything, she's never let me down. Tina's great, I'm definitely a fan. Highly recommend her. She has been doing hair for a long time and she listens to how you feel. And what you want

Knowledgeable. Quality is as expected for excellent service. Vibe with stylist amazing, shop set…read morewithin another location.

Marla is the best color and extensions specialist I've ever had the pleasure to work with. My lady…read moreis in love with her hair!!! 11/10 recommend

I am so happy that I've found Marla here in Rapid City!! Coming from California/Arizona my…read moreexpectations for hair are very high and she's exceeded them! I love the extensions she does on me and her entire studio has great vibes. I can spend hours in there!

I am more than upset! I went in for a haircut and foil. New to the area so looked online and read…read morethe reviews and decided to try. I showed a pic of how I wanted it to be. My God the foil is nothing like I wanted and the cut looks like a bowl was put on my head and cut around it! I have hardly no hair around my ears and then this crop! I stressed I didn't want short bangs, but he cut them short! I don't know what the hell he was thinking, but he surely didn't listen to me and this is the WORST haircut and foil I ever have had! Plus the others working there seemed very unfriendly. I will NEVER go back there and do not recommend it to anyone! Worst experience I ever had and now have to live with the results,

Caitlyn is awesome! Loved my haircut and this woman knows hair! A true professional - the whole…read moreexperience was excellent!

My wife has been coming here for 12 years!! Everything is well maintained and clean, service is…read moreoutstanding. When my wife's health changed, they went out of their way to ensure she could still get everything she needed. When our kids need something done they have always been able to work then in without a long wait.

The manicure was very basic. Not what we expected for the price. The nail technician wasn't aware…read moreof current treatments. The positive was the massage chair that she was allowed to use after the manicure. Hoping for better with a future pedicure and massage.

You definitely get what you pay for. My daughter and I have both gone to hairstylist here at AJ…read morewicked. I was going to have a haircut fixed and my daughter just wanted to get a fresh look. We both have blonde hair and it can be very choppy looking very easily. Hannah listen to my daughter and got her exactly what she was hoping for. Jade helped me get a fresh start with a new style. We were very happy with our experience.

Based on my experience, I would say 2.5 to 3. Yes, it is a nice space and they do offer you a…read moredrink. However, my stylist was a bit brutal. She said I'm basically all grey - hence needing constant color - which is inaccurate. Said my hair looked yellow (from previous blonde highlights) when I walked in. Made references to me coloring it myself when actually it was professionally done in England of all places. And I was quite happy w my English stylist. The price was considerably high, and although we discussed a minimal cut w no layers, pretty sure she layered my hair which is now kind of a mess in this cold, dry winter. Originally, I had thought, whatever. Sometimes stylists are a bit direct - either they talk a lot or not at all. But then, reminding myself of how much I spent over the course of months - two appointments at Wicked - I thought, no, they could do better.

I go to Penny. My whole family does. She is so helpful and knowledgeable. She knows how to work…read morewith your hair and is not afraid to let you know what will and won't work with the type of hair you have.

I was visiting from out of town and stopped in to get my hair down with Penny. She did a fantastic…read morejob and fit me in on short notice! Penny is great!

Worst experience one could have had at a salon. So it's for my gf been with her years and this was…read more5 years ago and since it's kinda beyond messed up stuff, and my gf didnt and still dont know what or how to say what happened. So ill try she was freshly out of a wheel chair because she was hit walking her Son to school and wanted to get her hair done to feel little like she did before her traumatic event. So she scheduled her appointment not realizing whose salon it was she was best friends with owners husband maybe ex by this point and hated my friend with a passion, but once she made it to her appointment she realized and seen Jenn they said if cancel they charge half for balayage she scheduled her appointment. For and cute trim on ends and so they proceeded amd had her sign form put color corrector on her hair at around noon or 11 and left it on until about 7 or 8 pm. Then. Charged her $700. And laughed because the girl Jenn had do that to her hair said she can actually pulled it off when ends frizzed so bad they had to cut it off like a boy to the ears and my fiance didn't like confrontation and left and cried few our family and friends called Jenn requesting money back she blaimed it on the one who worked for got her own salon now.She said to contact her, and she was one to hold responsible! So honestly no I would not recommend this place ever to anyone very unprofessional.

Gabriel Hanson aka Gabby the queen of hair growth - has been absolutely instrumental in helping my…read morehair grow healthier, longer, and stronger. I've never had someone care this much about the actual health of my hair while still making it look amazing every single appointment. She's helped me repair damage, maintain growth, and build a routine that actually works instead of me just aggressively hoping for the best. Every appointment feels collaborative, supportive, and honestly therapeutic at this point. On top of being insanely talented, she always has the best attitude and creates such a fun, comfortable experience in her chair. I trust her completely with my hair and could not recommend her more.

This is a beautiful place very professional and really clean saloon. I walked in asked for a…read morecut. Karin Strouckel worked me in for a a cut I was shocked she was able to get me in. This was the best cut I've ever had. Thank you Karin for being so nice and professional. I will be back to see Karin!!!!

From the owner: Your downtown Rapid City Salon…read moreHello and welcome to Benevolent Beauty! We are excited you are here. Benevolent Beauty is the culmination of many years in as lifelong students. By drawing on this experience, we envisioned an environment that we know you will find professional, welcoming, and FUN! The inspiration for our name stems from us wanting everyone to walk in and BE who you are (BE bold, BE groovy, BE happy, BE YOU). Benevolent’s meaning is the salons mission to pass onto all that walk through the door. Our passion for our local community is used in as many features as possible. From this website, to cabinets, flooring, lighting, artwork, the bar and many more! Just ask and we will be thrilled to talk about all the local collaboration. We strive to be as Organic and Natural as possible! Everyone’s health is a top priority. Therefore you will love all of our hair and skin products! Thank you for being a part of our Beautiful world!

Marissa did my hair and makeup for my wedding and she could not have done a more amazing job!…read more She's a true artist who anticipated what I wanted and she delivered spectacular results! I cannot recommend her enough!

Marissa is an artist when it comes to hair. I have a head of hair that has a mind of its own and…read moreshe knew how to tame it the very first time she cut it. She keeps current on the latest styles and techniques, as well as products. I've always found her to be pleasant and professional, but definately not stuffy.