I have been a client for years and honestly would never think of going anywhere else. The skill and…read moreknowledge of Ruby and her staff is unsurpassed; literally, I have family members that have moved out of state and will fly back for an appointment. Yea - they're that good. I have done everything from balayage, baby lights, fashion color and even gone from virgin dark hair to a platinum blonde with Ruby and she's killed it every time. This is a salon where you can trust that you're going to love your result and most importantly, they're going to be real with you on what that process is going to look like and how long it will take to get there depending on your hair. I've seen so many people come to The Lab to correct the mess that a different salon made of their hair - so just go to the right place the first time :)

I've been going to the Laboratory for a few years now, and the overall vibe has been consistently…read morewarm, welcoming, and fun. I followed one of the stylists, Sofia, here from another salon and have absolutely loved every visit. The salon specializes in color, but the quality of haircuts I get here has really surpassed anywhere else I've been. All the other stylists I've interacted with here have been delightful and kind, and although I'm super loyal to Sofia, from watching their work I wouldn't hesitate to book one of them if needed. Also, the Halloween and Christmas decor here is not to be missed, seriously a real selling point and something I look forward to seeing every year.

Finally found my hair stylist and salon in Alexandria!…read moreHighly recommend Lynn. She got the roots updated and the partial highlights--to perfection for me! Everyone there is so nice, it's very clean and there is free parking!!

Finally I found place to cut my hair. Ms. Jennifer followed…read moremy instructions the way I like and more than my expectation. Thanks!!!! Highly recommended

This is one of the best experiences I have ever had at a salon and the best experience I have had…read morewith a colorist. I was in need of a color correction and Mary literally worked magic, I still cannot believe how good my hair looks from where it started. Mary is extremely professional, caring and her dedication and attention to detail is unmatched.

I just moved to the area and needed my grey roots dyed and a trim. After my shampoo, the stylist…read moreonly towel dried my hair and then roughly blow dried it. I say rough because she was running her hand through my hair and shaking it out for a few minutes, leaving it still damp - my hair is thick, curly and prone to frizz so you can imagine how that went! Their website says the haircut includes "styling" and this is the first time I've ever left a salon with wet hair that I immediately wanted to put up in a bun when I got home. As a new customer, it seems like they could've at least mentioned when I was setting up the appointment that I needed to ask for a blow dry. I'm happy with the color she chose for my roots, but leaving the salon with unfinished hair left me not wanting to come back.

I come here often and Meli always takes care of me so well! She is gentle with my natural hair…read more Meli is thorough and I leave here happy every time. Not to mention she has a beautiful personality, so it makes the time in the chair that much more enjoyable! The salon is beautiful and spacious. There is always great music coming out the speakers! I recommend her without any hesitation for anything you need, wash, trim, braids, weaves - she does it all!

From the owner: I specialize in natural hair. I treat every customer in a special way, because I do hair with…read morepassion. It's MY DREAM JOB and I'm fully committed to your satisfaction.

Paul is my favorite hairstylist! He's the best in the NOVA area and I've lived here a long, long…read moretime! Every visit, I leave the salon a happy, happy customer! Paul is an expert stylist who knows exactly what to do to make your hair look its best! Oh, and he's very nice too! His salon has been here for a long time. I wish I had made an appointment with Paul much sooner. Customer for life!

8/6/24: I called a few days in advance to make an appt to get my haircut with the namesake / owner…read more I haven't gotten a haircut in over a year. He did a great job. I have really thick hair and he was able to take some weight off and gave it some good style. I'll be back.

I actually only work with former owner Cindy. She is amazing. I'm grateful to have found her 30+…read moreyears ago after I literally destroyed my hair attempting highlights. We cut it all off and in a couple years she led my hair's return beneath my shoulders within two years and we did highlights. Cindy layered them. On a personal note, I finally snagged some great first dates and my late Mother was really pleased that I finally looked immaculate and feminine.

I needed my hair done for my graduation and glad Angles was able to see me. Raven worked on my hair…read moreand did a great job and made sure I looked great!

I followed my dearest Amanda Stephens here. When I tell you I would cry after every haircut my…read morewhole life because I felt like no one understood my hair and could help me figure out what suited me. She is so kind sweet and honest and give great consultation on whats best for your hair face shape etc. I have wavy hair, that depending on the day may be more curly. Ive gone to her for haircuts, haircolor, everything. 10/10 every time. And the studio itself is so welcoming, laidback, and everyone there is so sweet and talented too. Would 1000% recommend.

I had gone in there on a whim seeing that the reviews were good and truly being disappointed. I…read morecame in asking for a shag cut and curtain bangs that met my eye level and showing reference photos. I had told Amanda that I usually have to ask for my bangs to be shorter and for them to be at my level because usually my hair stylist that I've been to does not cut them short enough. About halfway in to the service, I noticed my bangs were getting shorter and shorter, and turning more into a fringe that a curtain bang I had brought brought this up during the service and she had told me that when it dries it will look different at the end of the service I had brought up that it still look like a fringe and not curtain bangs that met my eye level. She had told me that she had noticed that my bangs were already short so she cut them shorter, and I did not know that my bangs were short because my hair had been growing out for the last three months. She then apologized and said that she should've addressed it to me that she had noticed my bangs were short that she should not have cut them anymore. I am surely disappointed in the lack of communication and the styling of my bangs. My hair now looks choppy and butchered, and I still had to pay full price. I do not recommend.

I was overdue for a hair trim. So I decided to make an appointment with Weini. I have 4c hair, so…read moreI was nervous. I saw another person leave a review for her on Google and decided to give her a shot. I was able to get an appointment on the same day. The salon was fine. They probably can do a better job with answering the phone and making appointments. Other than that, I am happy with the service. 4 stars

Long does a great job with men's haircuts. I have been using him for about 3 years. He is steady,…read morepleasant, efficient and consistent. I really appreciate his service and have heard other men say he's their "secret weapon." Definitely recommend him... He is in Bradlee Shopping Center, Alexandria.