Lexi the owner went above and beyond for me. I went in and needed to come back the next day as I was visiting the area and did not bring my shampoo and conditioner as I was to be here the weekend only, Unfortunately my daughters fiancee had a tragic accident while I was visiting and passed away, I needed to wash and blow out my hair for the funeral and Lexi came in on her own time to assist me. Not only did she do a great job, she listened to an old woman cry and vent about the injustice of the universe. the day before I got my face waxed (I hate facial hair on me) and they used some kind of different type of wax and it didn't hurt at all. so not only would I recommend this salon for great work, I also recommend it for its compassion to people! thank you ladies! read more

I scheduled color, 1 weft to be sewn in and requested an ashy brown with NO red tones. The color service alone took 3 hours because the highlights initially came out yellow and required correction. Even after the correction, the color was red, not ashy brown. Since my hair was still damp, I hadn't yet seen the full extent of the damage. After washing and drying it, I found singed and broken hair sticking up at the top of my head. I had already paid a $137.50 deposit and was charged another $202 at checkout. The initial deposit was applied, and the charges included the weft installation that was never completed. When I spoke with the owner, Alexis, she agreed that the charges did not appear correct and promised to refund my credit card. I also sent her a photograph of the damage, which she acknowledged seeing, and she agreed to refund the entire service. A few days later, Heather, the "salon coordinator," called and revoked the owner's promised refund, offering only $75 for the extensions that were never done in the first place. Heather said the situation was not the salon's fault because I "voluntarily" stopped the service. She ignored why I left: the color had already taken 3 hours, required correction, remained incorrect, and left me facing at least another hour in the salon. To boot, she justified the time it took by saying, "Clients will sit here 7, 8, sometimes 9 hours." I still tipped the stylist 20% because she was kind and had put in effort. My politeness was later used against me as "evidence" that I had been satisfied with the service. Heather claimed that footage of me smiling at checkout proved it. I smiled because I was being polite and did not want to embarrass the stylist. My hair was still partially damp, so I had not yet seen the breakage. For comparison, another salon later corrected the color, installed 60 extensions, fully blow-dried my hair, and finished everything in less than 2.5 hours. The stylist was pleasant and made an effort. My issue is with the incorrect color, damaged hair, unclear charges, incomplete service, straw-grasping reasons to revoke my refund, and Heather's absolutely smug and controlling attitude. read more

I resisted writing a review after my experience there, but i am the one who spent 5 hours in the salon and now dealing with my hair mess. This is not a luxury salon. Peggy read more

I have used Salons in Red Bank, Rumson and Princeton and this salon is the best. All phases are top notch including Color, Cut and Blowouts. I recently added extensions and I love them . Also, salon is well managed ,,, Everyone is friendly, courteous and I rarely have to wait. I have been a client for almost 5 years. Prices are competitive with the area and the quality. All the staff is excellent because the owner is the "bomb" Alexis and Alchemy Hair Studio Luv it ! read more

Called last minute for apt, so accommodating. Great service and talent at this establishment! Recommend

Rayna is the best! She is gentle with my hair and takes her time to get it perfect! Always leave my appointment looking fabulous!

New salon with a beautiful space and warm Zen vibe. Very welcoming staff. I've been going to Cori for many years. Thrilled she (finally) opened a salon. Cori is amazing. She literally makes every client feel and look beautiful. The products she chose are high quality and nontoxic. She and her staff are experienced in all areas of hairstyling and hair care and are experts in Balayage and extensions too! read more

I just don't think it's right when I get my hair done here everyone talks behind my back Shanna, The owner and Kim. I have done nothing but support there business even after they colored my hair green read more

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First visit to Alchemy last week. Alexis cut my hair. Maybe the best hair cut I ever had. To add, usually when I get my hair cut I can't wait for the next day to style it myself. I know my hair and usually do a better job (to my mind). Well Alexis beat me. Overall love it and I will be back. read more

After a disastrous color change at another beauty salon I saw that this place does color correction. Thank goodness the hairdresser took care of my problem and it came out beautifully. So glad I found this place. read more

I love this hair salon! Staff is friendly and the stylists are incredible. Love Rachel, she is very talented and is the best!

After not loving an extension install done by a prior stylist - I did my research and appreciated that Alchemy noted their stylists were up to date on the latest education of extensions and their installation. I had my install done by Rayna and absolutely LOVED it. The install felt comfortable and secure and the her fix of my prior cut was phenom! read more

I've been coming to Alchemy Hair Studio for over a year now and it is such a comfortable environment. They offer coffee and snacks every time you come in, as well as good conversation and vibes. Brianna goes above and beyond as a hairstylist and always accommodates for anything you need. 10/10! :) read more

We came here the same day as making an appointment on a Saturday, so it seems that they're pretty free. We arrived at our appointed time and waited for more than 5 minutes while stylists glanced at us and said nothing. I decided just to go up to someone and say that we had an appointment, and they didn't even realize that no one was up at the front desk. The haircut was fine, nothing stellar, but I hope that their service improves in the future if we decide to come again. read more

I moved here about a year ago & had find a new salon. I'm so happy I found Alchemy. Alexis has brought my hair back from the dead. I get compliments everywhere I go. Jenna does the best blowouts & Alex did my keratin treatment which came out amazing! My color is so beautiful & my hair is healthy again! Thank you!!!! Everyone in the salon is amazing & I'm so happy I found my new salon/home. read more

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My first experience here was great! I got highlights in my hair for my upcoming wedding and the entire staff was accommodating and fit me right in even though it would take longer to do the highlights. I'm pretty sure they've also stayed late to do my hair on more than one occasion and they never complain. My hair the day of the wedding was beautiful and my makeup stayed all day and night so I was very happy about that. I will only go here for haircuts and color from now on. They take their time and don't rush through or make you feel like you're wasting their time. They also love to learn anything about hair and I overheard them talking about going to some workshop and I really thought that it was fantastic that they were trying to further their education of hair so they can better assist their clients! Overall I really love this salon read more

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They fixed my major hair crisis! I performed a terrible at-home bleach job and my hair was extremely patchy and uneven. Some areas of my hair were still brown and orange. I booked an appointment online through their website which was really easy, convenient and gives you all the prices! This was my first time coming to this salon since I just moved to the area. The inside of the salon was really clean, organized, and cozy. Tina was my stylist! I told her what happened with my hair and that I wanted dark vibrant blue hair to cover the mess on my head. She gave me the breakdown on what needed to happen and so did the salon owner, Lexi. They really knew what had to be done to save my hair and their expertise showed. Tina performed a color correction on my hair by using lightener. The products they use are great because the bleach didn't make any of my already damaged hair break apart. I also have a lot of thick hair and sometimes two stylists needed to apply lightener to my hair. The stylists at this salon are super close and friendly with each other. They help each other out when needed which is very nice to see! Tina was always letting me know what she was doing with my hair so I wasn't confused at all. After all the hair was lightened, her and Lexi toned it with a violet toner. They previously explained that in order to get my hair to the blue I wanted, they would need to tone it, or else, putting blue on top of yellow would turn my hair green. Also, Tina explained that I would have to come back another day for the blue dye after the lightening and toning. I was very understanding with everything she explained and knew that getting the color I wanted would take patience. She also gave me a nice trim for all my dead ends and some face framing layers in the front! For now, my hair is looking kind of pink/purple/blonde which is pretty cool itself! I will post another great review when its blue. I'm happy with the process so far and this salon exceeded my expectations! read more

Alchemy Hair Studio - Hair toned with violet toner - Hair Stylists Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

Overpriced for sub par work. Management is rude and doesnt understand customer service. They make up their own prices and act like it's a chore for blowdrying hair after washing it and cutting it. They were going to let me walk out with wet hair. I've never been to a salon where my hair being blowdried wasn't included.Their scheduling was messed up and "fitted me in" and then say "well I tried calling you". They never did. The prices are as if it was a high class salon...far from it. Dont worry I wont be back! read more

I have been here several times, and always recommend it to to people who are looking for a new salon. I am always greeted with a smile and feel welcome. the owner is always pleasant and the staff is great and highly skilled! read more

After trying a few salons in the area I just wasn't getting what I wanted with my hair. Well my search is over because I finally LOVE my hair again. Alexis really takes the time to understand what you are looking for and makes sure you understand what realistic results you can expect. My hair cut was exactly what I wanted and the Baylange she did for me yesterday has me feeling like myself again. I look and feel great! I will definitely be recommending Alchemy to others and will be making tHis my regular salon. Thank you Alexis and the Alchemyy team! read more

Love, Love, Love, my cut and color from Alexis!! Also love the Amika hair products they sell! Great Christmas gift!!

The staff is friendly but not everyone is great at doing hair. I guess when your stylist looks like they don't care tor their own hair you should know what you want won't come out right. Been twice hoping the 1st time was just an off day but both times I left feeling cheated. The prices are really great though. I recommend it if you are okay with gambling on a cut you may just walk away feeling eh about, but you might also be satisfied enough to deal with what you get read more

What a great salon!! Holly is one of the best hair stylists I've ever sat down with, she has brought my blonde hair back to life. All the ladies that work in this salon are top notch and nothing but professional! Five stars all the way around read more

I found alchemy hair studio while scrolling on Instagram. I showed Alexis what I was trying to achieve and I am SO happy with the results! I can't wait to come back to lighten a bit more on my next appointment. Alexis is amazing and I will definitely be a long time client ! read more

Fantastic, professional, courteous and knowledgeable staff! My mother and I had excellent service here today. We will definitely be back! Thank you. read more

I went first for a consultation the girl at the front desk was really nice and with a smile. Alexis was amazing she explained to me what I need for my hair and also explain why I couldn't be more blonde because at the last salon I went they fried my hair so I make and appointment with her and OMG my hair looks and feels amazing, she also help me with having some of the blonde that I had without dying it more dark. All the girls in her salon are really nice and always smiling and I really really recommend this salon read more

Jenna did an amazing job on my hair , I got a cut , deep conditioning and a full head of highlights . Love it . Very friendly staff , will be back for another appointment . Jenna took the time to listen to what I wanted and and put her input in which I appreciated . Always asked if i needed anything and made sure I was happy with the outcome . Love read more

I'm going to be honest, I only came here for that boss Groupon. That being said, I had such a great experience. My hair was crazy long. I have needed a hair cut for months. I knew it was probably going to be hassle, but my hair looks great. I got long layers, which are cut really evenly. I also went from a dark blonde to a strawberry blonde. I have never gotten more compliments on on my hair in my life. Jenna did such a great job. I have nowhere close to natural red hair, but some even said I look like a natural red head. That's the solid eye alchemy studio has for color. I will definitely be returning to see Jenna for further hair coloring. I love it. read more

Can I just tell you - I have been living in Toms River for 10 years now...and it took me that long to find a stylist who is worth my time and money. I went to Alchemy Hair Studio for the first time tonight and I am thrilled with the results Alexis gave me. Alexis actually listened to what was making me unhappy about my current cut/color and she made suggestions without trying to force what she wanted to see and I am thrilled with the outcome. Alexis is a TRUE professional and very talented hair stylist. I am so pleased with my entire experience. The studio was absolutely spotless from top to bottom. The only thing that could have made me any happier tonight was if I could have had a glass of wine in my hand read more

I have been going to Alchemy for the past two years and it is the best! Alexis and her staff are so great and professional. I have color resistant hair, so they have spent so much time figuring out the right formula and brand. The salon is always clean and comfortable. I even bring my two toddler boys for their haircuts and they love it there. read more

Had my teenage daughter with long hair and teenage son with thick hair. Both haircuts came out great. Ask for Tina!

I had gotten a haircut & dye at another salon. To say they messed it up was to be very kind. I met with Kim and she was very honest & explained what could-and could not be done. Long story short she not only fixed it but I could not be happier. I will not go anywhere else, #alchemy4life read more

Have been to Kimberly a few times and I couldn't be happier. She took the time to really listen to what I wanted and figured out a way to make it happen. My hair is several different colors and dying it to look natural is tough. Thanks to Kimberly, my hair looks great and I couldn't be happier. read more

Most friendly and professional studio in the Toms River and surrounding area! I got a terrible cut nearby, and needed a fix quickly. They got me in same day, and gave me an awesome cut. While waiting, got to see the stylists interacting with clients, and noted that the entire studio is filled with lovely, friendly, and highly skilled staff. Costs won't break the bank, either! read more

I'm literally in the parking lot writing this bc this place is that amazing! Alexis trimmed and styled my hair and did an amazing job. I hadn't scheduled a blowout but she accommodated me and did a soft curl! I've never left a salon feeling as good as I do now! She is so friendly! She is also super busy, from answering the phone to helping with other clients and even greeting the mail man! She never wavers from being pleasant and helpful! I will definitely be back! read more

Absolutely *adore* the cut I got from Kim. It's exactly what I wanted and what I've been trying to get at different salons for months. Plus, she's a doll and the prices are very reasonable for the extremely high level of service you get at Alchemy. Five stars - would recommend to anyone! Can't wait for her to do my color next! :) read more

Great Salon, love my color , deep conditioning & amazing hair cut . Kim did a great job, I came in with curly , frizzy hair & left with beautiful, silky, & shiny straight hair. They have a great line of Hair products by Living proof, which I purchased frizz nourishing oil which stops frizz & adds healthy shine. So happy, definitely coming back & will bring my daughter also . Alchemy Hair Studio has my vote for # 1 salon in Toms River read more

I went here a couple months ago for a haircut. I'm only writing this review now because I'm looking for salons to get a cut at and remembered I had a semi-good experience with this salon. The cut itself was done well and the stylist did everything I asked for! I rarely have a good haircut experience, but I was really happy with this one. However, the assistant (or whomever was in charge of hair washing, she had a shaved style so I think she might've also been a stylist) wasn't too nice. She never made eye contact with me at all, didn't connect with me other than to gesture me to the back and to have a seat, and one really rudely delivered direction by telling me to "give me your head," after shaking her hands under me a couple times (as if I'm supposed to know what that means, most times I'm verbally told what the person wants me to do and I try and make the process as easy as possible for them). Though the cut was good, I don't think I'll return because of the other staff. It's sad that one stylist can lose business over another employee. read more

Ask for Christine! She's wonderfully patient and extremely talented. For hair cutting and styling she's absolutely stellar! I'm considering changing my hair color to something trendy and she explained the whole process to me. She's truly a great asset for Alchemy! read more

I got my hair cut and dyed today. I'm pretty obsessed with it! I'm very particular about who does my hair and how it's done. When I met Alexis she sat me down and went over the different options I can do with my hair. She has been in the field for many years and can recommend what's best for your hair. You also say what you want and she was able to produce it. A lot of stylist don't even come close to what you ask them to do. I've already scheduled my return appointment! Plus they have really awesome packages including blowouts and hair dying! Go, you won't regret it. read more