I absolutely love this salon. My daughters have been getting their hair done there for a few years…read morenow and they never disappoint. The professionalism is always top tier. The stylist not only do hair but know hair. "Mary" always does my daughter dye... and she never dyes her hair a color that the process will damage her hair. Candace the owner ... puts in a sew in weave like no other. The salon is always clean, tidy and well kept. If you want your hair done right... book with them! Attached photos: ate photos of different colors she had done

First time and will definitely be going back. Clean environment and great energy. Candace was…read moreaccommodating and knowledgeable.

I had my first curly cut with Ashley at Diaspora Salon and honestly ended up exactly where I was…read moresupposed to be. I had been putting it off for a while because curly cuts can get really expensive, especially with how popular they've become online lately, but this felt completely worth it and surprisingly affordable for the level of care and service I received. Ashley was wonderful from start to finish. She explained every product she used, what she was doing throughout the appointment, and gave me realistic guidance on how to maintain my curls at home. I never felt rushed, but I also appreciated that the appointment was efficient. I was in and out in about an hour and 45 minutes. The whole experience felt relaxing and thoughtful. Two shampoos, a head massage, great conversation, beautiful salon atmosphere. I genuinely felt taken care of. As someone with alopecia who doesn't go to salons often, trusting someone with my hair felt significant, and Ashley made me feel comfortable the entire time. I drove from Washington, DC and would absolutely do it again. I even bought products afterward because for the first time in a long time, my hair felt manageable and healthy in a way I could actually maintain myself. I'll definitely be back to see Ashley again for upkeep and maybe a fun style here and there too. Really grateful for this experience.

I booked a Curl Discovery Cut priced at $265, over $300 after tip, based on how the service is…read moredescribed and marketed: a premium, consultative experience that includes thoughtful shaping, education, and guidance tailored to the client's curl pattern. That is not what I received. I arrived with long, full, healthy hair that I had spent years growing and caring for. My hair was mid back length, and I communicated clearly that my priority was improving the shape while preserving as much length as possible. I did not request a dramatic cut. There was no thorough consultation. Yasmine hardly spoke to me throughout my appointment. She asked a few questions at the outset. There was no education component aside from attempting to sell me products at the conclusion of the service. Despite my very clear request to maintain my length, a significant amount of length was removed, far beyond what was discussed or was necessary to improve the shape of my hair. That loss is permanent. It will take years for my hair to fully recover, and there is nothing that can be done in a follow-up appointment to restore what was taken. Beyond the length loss, the cut itself lacked cohesion. It did not account for the different shrinkage rates across my curl patterns, which range from approximately 3C to 4B, and as a result the shape dried unevenly in an angular helmet shape with blunt awkward bangs, rather than nicely framing my face. The styling portion of the service further obscured the cut. Extremely heavy product was used, weighing my hair down and masking the actual shape. I was not given meaningful education or instruction on how to achieve my desired style at home, despite this being a central component of what differentiates a Curl Discovery Cut from a standard haircut. I left without clarity on how to properly style my own hair and with a result that looked nothing like what I had requested. In addition, the handling of my hair during the service was uncomfortably rough. In the days following my appointment, I experienced ongoing breakage that I had not been dealing with prior. After the appointment, I attempted to resolve the situation in good faith. The only option offered was an in-person assessment and potential adjustment under the salon's service guarantee. No refund, partial or otherwise, was considered. Given the extent of the length already removed, the lack of trust created by the initial experience, and the fact that additional cutting could not undo the damage, returning to the same chair did not feel like a meaningful or safe remedy. If they were genuinely sorry for what happened and the aspects of the service that were not delivered, they would offer a meaningful remedy, not a requirement to put my hair back into the same hands that already damaged it. After my experience, I read additional reviews and noticed a consistent pattern. Multiple clients describe receiving little to no actual consultation or education as part of the Curl Discovery Cut, despite that being a core part of how the service is marketed. Others note difficulty working with looser or mixed curl patterns, overly heavy styling that obscures the cut, failure to account for shrinkage, rough handling during detangling, and breakage following their visit. When concerns are raised, responses from ownership frequently rely on the service guarantee policy rather than acknowledging gaps in execution or offering a proportionate resolution. I am attaching photos with my face blurred showing my hair before the appointment, immediately after, and once fully dry. Based on the documentation and the irreversible nature of the length loss, I do not feel this service aligned with what was advertised or justified the premium price. I am sharing this so future clients can make an informed decision, especially those with long hair, mixed curl patterns, or those seeking true consultation, education, and careful length preservation.

I walked here during a snow storm that prevented me from driving to my usual salon. Nice enough…read morepeople, but that's not factoring into my review of their performance. Balance is probably great -- IF you have naturally straight hair. No good if you have literally any other texture hair. My thick, dense, curly hair was totally mishandled. I went home, showered out all the zillion little cut hairs left within my locks and on my shoulders, and then got a really good look at a really bad haircut. They made me look like an A-framed poodle having a stroke. When I went back to my usual salon I was told: "They gave you an expert haircut for somebody else -- somebody WITHOUT your hair!" Any wavy, curly, coily girls: spend your $100 elsewhere! And, lastly, let me give a preemptive no thank you: I don't need any snarky responses or a "Who, me??!" from the owners or employees of Balance who read this review. I literally do not care what they have to say in response and neither should you, curly girl fam!! xo

Great cut, nice ambiance, friendly and attentive staff. Matt really listens and is a skilled,…read morethoughtful, and reliable artist. I've been a client for several years and always love the result.

Really delightful experience today :))…read more I've been living in a bun since my former stylist moved out of town and I checked S+M on a whim to find that there was a last minute opening with Danika and after seeing her gorgeous shag cuts I took it. Danika was very communicative the entire cut and really delightful to chat with-- she provided me with upkeep instructions throughout and a great product recommendation. Honestly I've never been so happy with my hair and can't imagine going to anyone else while she's around. Oh and S+M has nice ambiance. Every bit of the experience felt premium from the building to the wash sinks. You should get your hair cut here, they're great.

Gwendolyn is amazing - my hair looks great everytime. The salon is gorgeous and is nice to spend…read moretime in.

Hands down the best salon in Baltimore! I've tried so many salons and I've never found better…read morepeople or a better price than at Bella. Jasmyn is an artist and a magician. I show her a reference photo and what she does with my hair is always a million times more perfect than the photo it started with. She is so skilled at everything color and hair-related and on top of that, she is so freaking friendly and always has me cracking up in the chair. I honestly cannot say enough good things about Jasmyn and I am so glad I found her! Kristen, the owner and also a stylist, is so sweet and friendly. Every time I come in, she's the first to greet me and immediately makes me feel super comfortable, like I'm at a friend's house instead of a storefront. This is all due to Jasmyn's handiwork, but I've never left Bella without 100 compliments from the staff and patrons. Whether I need a quick trim or I want to completely change my look, Bella is the only salon I'll trust!

Wow fantastic experience at Bella! Kristen styled my hair. She was very meticulous in the ways she…read moreevaluated my hair, gave her advice on how to cut, and did extensive layering. Took my opinions and how I felt about my hair into account as well. I have a lot of hair, and she made it feel weightless. She also helped my layers look more natural. Got a wonderful head massage and shampoo too before the cut. Will definitely come back!

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Caryn for two photo shoots, and she completely blew me…read moreaway both times. Her styling was flawless, creative, and exactly what I needed to feel confident in front of the camera. I'm usually very hesitant to let anyone trim my hair--but Caryn earned my trust, and I'm so glad she did. The trim was perfect. She's not only incredibly skilled, but also has a warm, caring personality that makes you feel instantly comfortable. Caryn listens, understands your vision, and brings it to life with precision and artistry. She gave my hair exactly what it needed, and I already know--I'm not going anywhere else. She's officially my new stylist! If you're in Baltimore and looking for someone who truly knows hair and cares deeply about her clients, Caryn at Drylands Salon is the one. Highly, highly recommend!

Very unprofessional, the black lady seemed like she didn't know what she was doing, and kept…read moreincreasing the price, her demeanor suggested that she didn't want to do my child's hair

I went to the head spa upstairs and got a trim afterwards. The trim required blowing out my hair…read more(not a press) and both came out great. I highly recommend.

This is my first Yelp review and I am happy to share my story regarding Damera. If you are looking…read morefor a quality stylist in the Baltimore region, please check out this shop. The ladies were sweet, warm, and funny. Professional and patient with me as I was not sure what hair style I wanted We settled on a full weave with bangs. Damera not only listed to me, but colored the hair the same day! She also sales the hair which is of the highest quality. I have searched and searched for a professional who goes out of their way for the customer. Damera is it! I am moving to Miami but you better believe I will be flying back for her to style my hair!

The Beehive I think for the average woman and some men,…read moreit's important and hard to find that hairdresser/salon that gets you and where you feel comfortable. For my husband, it could be Great Clips or any average place. For people like my sister and I that have this crazy, like really crazy, curly hair and when you grew up in the 80s, it was a painstaking, traumatizing (and I'm not joking) search to find that hairdresser that gets you and your hair. It took me 40 years to find someone that kind of got my hair, and another 5 to find someone and a Salon, that FINALLY got it! Someone that didn't hesitate and dove right in and made my hair gorgeous! The coloring, her straightening it with beachy waves has been a, seriously, life-changing thing for me. I think, ok we joke, that Kimberly has to do an arm workout before I get there, however, it is my favorite appointment and I look forward to it, to the point that my husband has to get the scoop afterwards. The beauty of The Beehive is that you walk in there, and you feel like you're with friends. Kim's got my hair, I trust her, it looks great every time, but we talk as well.. About TV shows, about our lives, we keep tabs on what's happening. And then, you've got Brenda, who also has a heart of gold. The two of them are the dynamic duo. They have such good hearts and senses of humor. I can't leave the place without talking to both of them, and feel so much better leaving. It's my favorite hive to bee in.

Kim is awesome. I've been going to her for years and I'm never disappointed. She does great color…read moretoo! Layering and blending are flawless and grow out perfectly over time. Highly recommend!