Find a hair salon near you
A hair salon offers cuts, color, styling and treatments from licensed stylists. People go for regular trims, a new look, color touch-ups, or styling for a wedding or event. A good stylist listens, asks about your hair history, and tells you honestly what your hair can handle.
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- New York, NY
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- Oakland, CA
- Minneapolis, MN
- Tulsa, OK
- Bakersfield, CA
- Wichita, KS
- Arlington, TX
What do hair salons do?
- Haircuts and trims
- Color and root touch-ups
- Highlights and balayage
- Blowouts and styling
- Keratin and smoothing treatments
- Extensions
- Perms and texture services
- Natural hair and braiding
- Bridal and event styling
- Deep conditioning treatments
How do you choose a good hair salon?
- Look at photos of the stylist's own work on hair like yours.
- Book a consultation for big color changes, extensions or chemical services.
- Tell the stylist about past color, box dye, relaxers and treatments. It changes what is safe.
- Ask for a strand or patch test for new color if you have sensitive skin.
- Ask about the price range before the service, since color can vary a lot.
- Choose the stylist, not just the salon. Skills differ from chair to chair.
Hair stylists are licensed as cosmetologists in nearly every state; licenses are often posted at the station.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Do you have experience with my hair type and texture?
- What will this service cost, and what could change it?
- How long will it take?
- How do I keep this color or style at home?
- What is your policy if I am unhappy with the result?
- How often will I need touch-ups?
Red flags to watch for
- Starting a color or chemical service without asking about your hair history.
- No license displayed where one is required.
- Unclean tools or stations.
- Refusing to discuss price before a long service.
What changes the price?
- Type of service
- Hair length and thickness
- Stylist experience level
- Product amount, especially for color
- Corrective color work
- Salon location and setting
Questions people ask
How often should I get a trim?
Many people trim every six to twelve weeks. Short styles need more frequent cuts to keep their shape.
What is a color correction?
It is work to fix color that went wrong, such as brassy tones or uneven results. It often takes more than one appointment.
Should I wash my hair before a color appointment?
Ask your stylist. Many prefer hair that is not freshly washed for color, but clean hair for cuts.