If you're a curly head, please reconsider your life choices and go find a curly salon. If you want a tousled, retro look and restyle your hair everyday, maybe you'd like this. But expect to have your haircut decided for you not with you. I have shoulder length hair I was trying to grow back out. I said I wanted to keep length but clearly needed some help with dimension and layers from a early pandemic self-cut. Leah had already decided what she was doing. The wash was fine, but then she used a towel to tightly pull my hair against my scalp (a major curl no no). The initial layering would have been fine, but then without checking with me, she started twisting large sections of my hair and razoring them!! I was horrified. I knew she went too high and I would end up with awkward short pieces around my scalp and that not paying attention to my curl pattern meant I would end up with ringlets that look like they've been hacked. She then diffused while tightly scrunching my top curls and shaking out the rest. I wear my hair in it's natural tight ringlets, not tousled out, so this didn't provide a realistic assessment of the cut. After washing it at home and letting it curl naturally, I've had to trim quite a few legging ringlets and have found I have a some wierd short curls around the top layer that I'm not loving. read more

I highly recommend visiting Akasa to see Danny! He is very friendly and talented. I went in to get a haircut with him for the first time, and he did a wonderful job. I usually give the stylist very general guidelines to work with (desired length and no bangs) and let them do the rest. My family and friends that have seen my haircut have given me compliments left and right. If you want a detail oriented stylist who cares about making you look your best, go see Danny. read more

!!RED HOT ALERT!! ‼THIS IS IMPORTANT‼ I don't usually post reviews, but you've GOTTA book with Danny at Akasa salon! I am sososo stoked about my new hair by Danny and have already gotten compliments! Danny himself is super friendly and personable (and cute). The salon has a relaxing and aesthetic vibe. I will definitely be coming back read more

I am new to Atlanta so finding a hair salon is extremely scary! But I was recommended to Whitney at Akasa and I am incredibly thankful for her! She is kind, patient, and understanding of your needs. I highly recommend her. read more

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Stephen gave a fantastic haircut! He was great about asking questions to get to know my hair care regimen and tailoring a haircut that worked for my hair growth patterns and usual upkeep schedule. Super happy with my service and I'll happily give his name to anyone I know! read more

Stephen cut my hair. I have thick, long, wavy hair. I wanted it cut in a way that I can wear it without applying heat which is hard to get right. He did an excellent job. I'm so happy with how it turned out. read more

Sara did a beautiful job on my highlights ! She was very quick as well but I'm very happy with the results. Will definitely be back. I only wish I had taken a photo after !! read more

I only let one person touch my hair, and now that I've moved to California, I fly to see Adrianne. Yep. I fly for my hair cuts and colors. She can read my mind with cut and color thoughts, a priceless skill to say the least. Been seeing her for about 6 years now, don't plan to change stylists-- so happy to see she has her new swanky salon with great smelling, good for your hair, environmentally friendly products. read more

Awesome salon! Book with Danny, he is fantastic with anything from a men's cut to color & more. He always works to make his clients happy and I can't imagine anyone else cutting my hair - I used to drive all the way to Athens so I am so glad he's in Atlanta now! The salon is very beautifully decorated and welcoming with great vibes. Complimentary beverages! Lots of beautiful hanging plants! It's in a great location with free parking. You've got to go book with Danny at Akasa! read more

I found Akasa because I had been going to see Melissa at a different salon and followed her here. This place is so cozy and cool love the vibe and feel like all the stylists are really talented. Back to Melissa though, she's very technically savvy and is able to keep my abundant hair under control with stylish haircuts that allow me to get ready in little to no time at all. She is also constantly experimenting with new styles herself and that shows her creativity and technical knowledge of her craft. It's been almost 5 years and I can't complain!! read more

Since moving to Atlanta, Jenn Jones has exclusively cut my wife's hair and my hair. As you can imagine, my wife's hair has exuded much higher levels of badassery due to this relationship with Jenn, but my hair style has been subsequently improved from it's former shape and volume. Jenn just has a way of knowing what will work on you noggin. Thus, when she told us she was making the switch from Aviary to Akasa (maybe 100yds away), we were happy to follow. Whether you're a guy or gal in need of a fresh look, or just simple and awesome maintenance, I'd recommend Jenn. Haircuts are personal. It's always a conversational experience. If you don't know Jenn, you should. She is one righteous hairstylist and an even better person to know. Akasa is a really cool spot, too. It's another minimalist salon with all of the basics and attention to design without a bunch of clutter. My favorite aspect of their design is the reclaimed wood. It really stands out. Also, the stone countertops not only create ample workspace for the stylists, but it looks quite badass. Props for the one in charge of design. Also, take a gander at the handles for all of the drawers. They are all little animal sculptures carved out of brass. Really happy to have had so many great haircuts by Jenn. She'll do great while at Akasa and whatever lies ahead of her. read more

I've been seeing Stephen for a little while now and I have to say, he does not disappoint. He has a great eye for detail, and is attentive to your hairs' needs. I can speak highly of his ability to cut both men's and women's hair since he cuts wife's hair as well. read more

First to review...Sweet! Akasa is a magical, wonderful place. I can walk in the door looking like a shaggy dog, and by the time I walk out, Lauren has transformed me into a respectable (looking) human being. It takes that special touch, that not everyone has I have always been an old school barbershop kinda guy. When it was time for a new hair style, I decided that someone with a bit more fashion sense, and someone who curses a bit less, would probably be in order. Cue Lauren. Through a friends recommendation, I found someone who I not only implicitly trust to cut my hair, but who is also really wonderful to talk to while in the chair. Conversations typically range from economics to the story from last weekend that I can't share on Yelp. Akasa feels like your friend's loft. You love hanging out there, but you know you are not yourself, cool enough to live there. I recommend Lauren and her crew to everyone...as long as it doesn't hinder me getting an appt. read more

If you aren't getting your hair done at Akasa, you owe your tresses an apology. Ever since I found Jenn Jones, no one but this lady has been allowed to touch my hair. She's hilarious and awesome as a person, and liking your stylist is a huge part of getting your hair done, especially when you have beastly thick hair and you dye it like I do. While my loyalty to Jenn approaches blood relative levels, I must say that everyone else in the salon is right on par. Every stylist there is friendly and approachable while staying professional. You never see anyone roll out of there with ratchet hair, either--you walk in looking like you look, and you walk out looking like you want to look, and that means you look good. Be prepared to pay what you should for a good salon, which for me is around 100-150. For the experience I have, the awesome hair I leave with, a great conversation with an amazing lady, and the countless compliments I get after, it's more than worth it. Send your stylist a loving it's-not-you-its-me break up card and get your butt to Akasa. Your hair will thank you. read more

Whitney absolutely saved my hair after I thought it had been irreparably bleached at a different salon. I came in for a consultation and showed her what I had originally asked to have done, she looked at my hair and made a plan for how we were going to get me as close as possible to what I wanted. She took me from yellow back to my natural red and added a few of the subtle highlights I originally wanted. I felt so cared for and listened to throughout the entire process. She was so attentive to everything I said and what I wanted rather than having her own agenda as a hair stylist. I didn't think it would be possible to get my hair to what I wanted and she did it! Couldn't recommend more. read more

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Go see Tina! I have extremely coarse, dry curly hair and Tina always makes it look and feel amazing! She blow drys it in record time and even when I wear it curly the cut is still lovely! Tina is super down to earth, easy to talk to, and is so talented! My hair has never felt healthier and looked so good. Thank you, Tina! read more

I found Akasa Salon largely because of Jenn Jones and her infamy with ombre, and ended up meeting with Lauren and it was the best decision I could have made. Walking in with two inches of brown grow out on my platinum blonde hair, I was ready to go ombre and bring more of my natural color out. My long term plan was to fully grow my hair out and see the natural color and texture for the first time in 15 years. I made my appointment for a full highlight, having no idea what I was in store for. After talking to Lauren she recommended that I add multiple lowlights to match my natural and increase the amount of dimension and brown tone, a glaze to calm my platinum blonde, and I cut. Lauren started and I have never looked back. A few hours, and a good chunk of change later, I walked out with a very natural soft looking ombre that would enable me to have a graceful transition to my natural color. I do hate that haircuts are $60+, even if you just need a trim, but that seems to be normal in the city. Overall the pricing was a little high, but again average for the city and the level of skill they all have. Best experience I have had with my hair in a very very long time! read more

Adrianne gives an excellent men's haircut for $35, which is more than your average barbershop but less than the standard $40 or $45 men's haircut at other salons. And it's better. The salon sports industrial decor, airy and light, and you get served a nice drink -- water, draft beer, or wine! Technically you can reserve appointments online, but the software is a bit wonky; better to call instead. read more

Serena was fantastic. This might have been the best salon experience I've had. She goes above and beyond giving you a cut considering the shape of your head, the behavior and temperaments of your hair. She also gave me a very helpful tutorial on styling after that cut. She'll be my go to from now on. The staff was warm and welcoming. The place is trendy with a rustic industrial vibe, with none of the pretense you get at so many salons. I can't recommend Serena or Akasa enough. read more

Jacquie is the literal best hairstylist I've ever had. She pays attention to detail and I've never loved my cuts more than when she does them. I actually love my cuts so much that I even love them as they grow out. She is so respectful and honest and I know she has my best interests in mind. I know she's not going to cheat on the process just to get me back in her chair as soon as she can. Jacquie wouldn't take advantage of any of her clients and that in particular leaves me wanting to refer her to more and more of my friends. As for the salon itself, I love the atmosphere and the aesthetic that Akasa has. I'm a big fan of natural light and of plants and this salon fills all of my desires. Keep up the good work! read more

Leah was filling in for Lauren, who usually cuts my hair at the sister salon, The Commoner, and she did an awesome job. I'm kind getting the feeling that everyone here is super talented and to top it off, very friendly and engaging. Thanks for the cut and the hospitality! read more

I did not have a good experience with Melissa . She cut my hair way shorter than I wanted . I will not be back .

This place is soo cute & aesthetically pleasing!! It is clean and everyone is super nice. Prices are reasonable. Personally recommend Whitney Stackhouse if you have dark hair. She gave me everything I wanted and more! She was a great person to have a conversation with and explained everything out very well. Booking appointments through the Akasa website is also super easy! 10/10 recommend getting your hair done here. read more

Danny at Akasa Salon is excellent. Knowledgeable and talented with color, cut and style. A really nice person too! Highly recommend. As someone with very curly hair, he gets it and knows how to work with it. read more

I absolutely love this salon! Best haircut I've ever received and I am very picky also have extremely unmanageable hair! I saw Chelsea who was absolutely incredible and extremely sweet-listened to what I wanted and I walked out of there with a style I had never considered and it suited my hair perfectly! read more

Fabulous haircut. Excellent friendly staff. Beautiful salon. Would recommend to everyone.

Got lucky and walked in to find someone had been a no-show. Got a trim, just what I needed, and left feel fab! Thanks, Melissa!

Great atmosphere. Great people. Leah is the bomb.com. I've been her client for over 2 years now, and I even followed her to this salon.

Melissa does an awesome job with my hair color. I'm blonde but go red. I would highly recommend her, and the salon in general. It has a nice vibe and I've been really happy overall. read more

I love this salon, and I love Leah. I've been seeing her for about 3 years now, and she recently moved to Akasa. The salon is super cute, has great hair products, and even has beer on tap! How can you go wrong?! They take Square payments, so you should be good without cash. Everyone I've seen come in has left really happy with their cut/color, and all the stylists get along great so it's a good atmosphere to be in. read more

Jenn Jones is hands down the most talented, creative, and kind hair genius I have ever met. My last hair person moved across the country and I thought I would never find someone as wonderful. Skip to Jenn and now I don't know how I lived without her. I came to her for highlights and she transformed my hair. Every piece is perfectly perfect. It still looks like my hair, but now only better. I asked for a natural look, and 2 months later, no harsh lines and it is growing out beautifully. So much respect for Jenn as a person and as a stylist, you can tell how much she loves what she does. I will NEVER go to another person. Thank you Jenn!!! read more

I had an amazing experience from start to finish. Hannah worked tirelessly to accommodate my schedule to make sure she could fit me in. And she did so with a wonderful attitude and was super kind. Sidney only added to the experience. I could tell he wasn't just cutting my hair but he was passionate about making it perfect. It is impressive that after 24 years of doing hair, he is still so passionate. And so easy and friendly to work with. I highly recommend going to Akasa! read more

I found Adrianne on Yelp 5 years ago and it was a lucky find. She is a creative, original stylist and she's also fun and relaxing to be around. She now owns a hip salon called Akasa in Old Fourth Ward. Check it out, you'll be happy you did. read more

I love this salon. I go to Melissa and just love her. She is great at taking what you say and describe and making it a reality.

awesome cut and styling from Lexi - cool salon, unassuming and easy to make on line appointments. cool stylist that know what they're doing