Melissa was great! She took the time to listen to my concerns before starting my cut and really took care to see how I liked my hair each step of the way. For reference, I have fine, long curly hair. It can difficult to find a stylist who understands curly hair and how to cut and shape it best. She did a great job and took care with my hair. The salon itself is really beautiful. It's a nice space with great lighting and a lot of happy customers. Prices are also very fair and listed on the website. For my curly girls, I recommend this salon! Specifically Melissa! Don't be afraid of a dry cut, she makes sure to cut only the length you want and goes back in when it's wet to even it all out. read more

Marla is the best! I've been looking for a new stylist and was so glad to have gotten my haircut from her. Her recommendations were spot on and she was great to talk with. The appointment was easy to make online and she even called me a day before my appointment to get an idea of what I was looking for in my cut. read more

We've been in two times since our first visit. Both Holly and Jenny do great work with curly hair--better than any curly cut I've ever had. I think the long wait of our first visit was a one time thing. And they do have drinks and snacks up front if there's a wait. The pricing is more than reasonable for the quality of the service. I'm glad to have found Altered Ego and my family will be regulars here. read more

Took an appointment with the jr stylist and she did an excellent job navigating my ever changing mind and my indecisiveness. The salon was clean and every stylist was friendly. read more

This salon is beautiful! A perfect blend of modern and vintage. The staff were uniquely themselves . I seen styles being created that gave me a few ideas for when I'm feeling a need for a change . This salons service was top tier, everyone was so friendly . They have refreshments for their guest coffee, tea , sodas and water . The salon caters to women and men. I had the pleasure working with Andrea as my stylist. We spoke about the options I had to fix my hair and she knocked my expectations out of the ballpark! Andrea could literally be the perfect pair for anyone . She's so sweet with so many interest including her passion for cosmology. I will be coming back as a returning long term client of Andrea . read more

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Melissa is amazing! She took the time to consult with me and really listened to what I wanted for my hair. She did such an awesome job and gave me exactly what I asked for! I couldn't be happier with the result and I highly recommend her! The salon is also so well kept and maintained which made the whole experience even better! read more

I usually don't leave bad reviews but I hate my haircut I did cry but I'm getting over it now I know it will grow back... Angie cut my hair so short. I asked her to leave it long enough to put up and I can't do that. It just looks ugly to me it's all one length like a Bob. I showed Angie a picture and told her I don't know how to style my hair to make it easy for me... she cut it to my chin I thought it would be closer to my shoulders to put it up like I asked her! Also because it's soo short I keep trying to straighten it because it won't stop flipping out from being so short.. read more

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Addie is the best! I wanted an intro to a shag cut before fully committing. She was fast, friendly, and gave me exactly what I asked for. read more

Altered Ego Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Holly was absolutely incredible! My hair has never looked better. She took my vision and turned into a reality. She was very receptive to all of my wants needs and desires, And she's very kind and fun to talk to. Super glad I came here. I'll be coming back again. Here's some before and after pictures. Also the salon was very nice with cool decor, kind staff, and good music playing. Definitely go see Holly if you need a mullet or shag cut or Wolfcut done. She's also great at vivids, as you can see in these pictures. read more

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I have been looking hard for an extentionist to add Liveable hair/nano bead to my hair. This is specific to fine hair. At my consult with Terri, she said yes to everything I asked for:) My appointment was speedy and also included a color. I am so happy with the result and will switch to Terri as my "home" hair expert. I highly recommend. read more

I explained what I wanted clearly before the cut and even showed a photo for reference, but Melissa didn't listen to me at all. I only asked for a trim, yet she took off way too much and didn't follow the style I showed. It felt like my requests were completely ignored. It's really disappointing to walk out with a cut that looks nothing like what you asked for. I wouldn't recommend this place if you expect your stylist to actually pay attention to what you ask for. read more

Holly did an amazing job! I don't think I've ever been happier with a haircut. I felt like she brought my hair to life. With having finer hair, it's always scary to try and communicate that you want layers, without sacrificing thinning out your hair too much. Holly made my hair more full and showed me how to style it. She took her time and was patient with creating texture and layers. I'll definitely be back soon. read more

I've been going to this salon for about a year now and it is such a fresh breath of air! I get my haircut by Jenny and they do a fantastic job of keeping me comfortable and confident every time I step through the door! Which is amazing considering I would go 5 years between haircuts out of nervousness. Also all of the staff is incredibly inviting and knowledgeable, the vibe is hard to replicate. LGBTQ friendly as well! read more

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I'm so glad I found this salon. I got a shag cut done by Holly and it turned out better than i could've expected. She gave me exactly what i wanted and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. She was lovely to talk to and very precise with the cut. Definitely recommending Holly if you're wanting to turn your vision into a reality. I'll be coming to this salon for all future cuts! read more

My last appointment cost me $400 without tip. My hair s about 18inch long I did one all over color and a trim. I will not be returning. When I was paying the other employee widened her eyes and just stared at Terri when she told me it was gonna be $400. I felt robbed. I of course asked so many other hair stylist if that's normal and they are appalled. I get your hair cuts start at a base price and go up from there but never in my life did I expect that especially with an estimate of $150+ additional bowls. I do not have thick hair just long. No bleaching, just one all over black color. At the end of the trim she was also doing like one cut per minute. It looked like she was stalling and she even had an alarm on. She was done after it went off. read more

First off, what an incredible salon! Altered Ego is SO beautiful, unique and eclectic - a perfect fusion of modern and vintage, with a diverse, friendly and talented staff. A perfect place to spend a few hours & come out looking fabulous. The vibes are real. Second, I have been THROUGH it with my hair (years of legit trauma after losing my lengths due to an over ambitious "blonde specialist" .. never having been able to fully recover, and then AGAIN being over-processed and losing my progress). I had begun to accept that I would simply never have beautiful hair again. Alas, I found Tawni!!! She (the salon owner, staff mentor, educator & master stylist) brought my hair back to life! Not only did she listen intently to my traumatic hair history- she articulated the whole way through our process- clearly keeping my hair's integrity the top priority, all whilst supporting my hair goals (long, light and healthy) and helping me achieve them. If hair were a language, trust- she speaks it! Our first couple of visits were foilyage services- we worked on gently lightening my hair for a brightened, "lived-in", natural look. She easily got me feeling good about my hair again, definitely boosted my confidence... but- then came the extensions! TBH I had never wanted extensions before .. I've seen them over the years on people and cannot deal with how bad or fake they often look- not to mention the damage certain methods can cause. She and I discussed my fears & hesitations, but her confidence that I was a perfect candidate made me feel comfortable in giving it a shot. Of course I was still skeptical going in, but based on my experience with her so far, I trusted she would not lead me astray! LITERALLY INSANE TRANSFORMATION. The install was fast (abt 2 hours) and painless. She used the "Rooted Method" which was developed by one of her staff members (a few other the stylists here also offer this service fyi). The wefts are sewn in (non-damaging! No tape, glue or heat required) and essentially invisible. They don't inhibit you from styling at all... bun, ponytail, braid, hi, low, heat styling etc. anything goes! Her color matching skills are IMPECCABLE- completely seamless. I have only been seeing Tawni for about 6 months now and she has completely changed my life. I cannot describe how good it feels to be back in some long tresses. And best of all- people have NO CLUE that its not my hair. It has made my daily life easier, as the hair is so high quality and holds style so well that I hardly have to mess with it for days at a time. Washing it is easy, styling it is a breeze, and most of all-- it looks natural and beautiful every day. I must admit, I wish I had done its sooner! The compliments i receive on the daily are enough confirm- I'm not getting rid of these luscious locks anytime soon. Another huge plus is that since they look so nice and styled all of the time, my own hair can rest and grow in the meantime- double WIN. Overall this review is more than just an experience "in salon". To look and feel good about your hair everyday is a priceless feeling. It took me a long time to finally find someone so talented that I can trust will not promise me one thing and deliver another...much less have me leaving in tears or regret. If I could give Tawni all the stars I would not hesitate. She is pure MAGIC! read more

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Holly is awesome. She is extremely knowledgeable on color theory and everything else cosmetology related. I very highly recommend Altered Ego salon to anyone needing either a simple haircut or a complete transformation. This was definitely the best salon experience I have had in my life thus far. I left feeling like a million bucks. Holly even showed me how to bring out my curls which I didn't even know was possible. I could also tell that every employee who worked there loved what they do, excellent vibes overall. Will definitely be back. read more

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Best salon I've ever been to! I have tried out a few of the stylists and they've all been great. Brynn did an amazing job on some color for me this week. She's informative, funny, and kind. I have also had great experiences with Jenny! Jenny is a master with a razor cut and I will probably never let anyone else cut my hair- no one matches her ability to carve hair to fit the customer perfectly. The two other stylists I've met, Kristin and Katie, are knowledgeable and great at what they do. Katie is great if you're looking for vivid colors. One time, my hair wasn't taking the color well so Kristin went above and beyond the make sure I was happy, dedicating so much time to it. Nothing but great things to say! read more

Atmosphere of a high end salon with the results of a beauty school. I've come here multiple times and have had an okay experience, but I always leave pretty unsatisfied with my hair. This last time I asked for a few face framing highlights and to just mildly lighten it up a bit, and they charged me for a full highlight (?? Not what I asked for) plus my hair looked terrible and all orange/washed out. (See inspiration then before/after) You're better going somewhere else! The cuts are okay but that's about it. read more

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Easy access, lovely salon, Holly gave me a great haircut at a reasonable price, and not that far from Downtown Tempe where I now live. Actually, I was a regular at a salon in this spot in the '70s! read more

Absolutely love Terri and my new curly hair extensions! Terri does Amazon work and her vibe is peaceful and calm.

Katie you did so awesome thank you so much for spending time on making me look amazing it was well worth it, if you're a fun and interesting please go to Katie otherwise leave more bookings for me please!! 10/10 she was incredible read more

Angie was great! I got a balayage and a haircut and she understood everything I wanted.

If you want the most natural looking AND feeling extensions GO SEE KRISTIN. I am amazed at the quality of my hair. She colored and installed my extnetions and I cannot believe how seamlessly the color and hair blends together. Kristin and the other ladies at the salon are so freindly and welcoming. I could not reccomend Altered Ego enough! read more

We relocated to AZ 5 years ago and wow what an incredible undertaking it was to find a colorist/ stylist here but after 2-3 years and not a lot of great experiences, I found Tawni and her amazing team at Altered Ego Salon! I have also been seriously overwhelmed with allergies and dermatitis on my scalp since moving here. I have tried EVERYTHING and I mean EVERYTHING but last week Tawni added a glycolic product that was an absolute game changer so that's why I had to share this experience. The Biolage Scalp product is incredible and after years of annoying scalp issues... gone! THANK YOU Tawni, Altered Ego, and your amazing staff! I really appreciate all of you and thank you for your always making me feel like home in your space. read more

Holly absolutely nailed my girlfriend's haircut! Not only is she incredibly talented, but her warmth, kindness, and attention to detail made the whole experience amazing. With five years at Altered Ego Salon under her belt, she's a true pro. If you're looking to go from long locks to a chic, stylish flow--or really any cut--she's your go-to. 10/10 recommend! read more

I will definitely be returning here! Holly was extremely attentive and listened to what I requested for my haircut. If you want a wolfcut, schedule with her. The vibe is very comfortable, and Holly is fun to talk to. The music they play is also almost always amazing. Very nicely decorated! read more

Holly knows her way w shags and razor cuts! Great service she is young and talented definitely going back to see Holly.

Before coming here, I've literally never liked my hair after it's been dyed or cut before. It always takes some time to grow out into a style. I like it altered ego, gets it right. Every. Single. Time. I've had everything from pink, BTS short to a wolf cut. read more

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I went to see Jenny and she was very sweet and outgoing. Although she was very friendly, I feel as if she did not listen to what I asked for. I think it's really important for a stylist to listen to their customer especially if it's their first time seeing you! I have a big event coming up soon so this was a really important haircut! I did allllll the research and found out exactly what I wanted for my haircut. I asked for long layers, (very long) curtain bangs, & face framing layers. I also asked Jenny to keep my hair as long as possible and take off as little as she could. (I did NOT want a shag haircut) I thought my hair looked great when I left the salon and I was very pleased because she styled it nicely. However, after I got home and took a closer look I became very disappointed. My "face framing layers" start at the middle of my head and are in an angled line (long in the front, short in the back). My layers go from very short to very long and the length is super inconsistent and drastic. I thought I was overreacting at first, but I got some of my close friends opinions and theyve told me that no- it truly is a terrible haircut. I think the problem was the tools Jenny used. She used a razor throughout the whole haircut so every piece of hair is just a hacked chunk. I did not know at the time that she would use a razor and I did not know that she only does shag cuts. I am not only disappointed but I am very sad! I used to love my hair and was proud of it but now every time I look in the mirror I am overcome with sadness. I can't even wear my hair pulled back to hide the mess because half of it was hacked off and isn't long enough to put in a hair tie. I have lost all confidence and I don't think I can ever trust someone with my hair again. All in all the salon is beautiful and was completely full so I am sure there are amazing stylists there. Not to mention, the customer service was great. I really wish my experience could have been better but for now I am leaving this review in hopes it helps out the next person who goes to see Jenny. read more

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Made an appointment, received confirmation and arrived 10 minutes before my appointment only to arrive with the door locked and the lights off I'm assuming they are closed for New Years but it should have not allowed me to make an appointment and confirm with me when there was no mention of being closed January 1st. **for the record I'm not upset they're closed for the holiday I'm upset I made an appointment, received confirmation, planned the rest of my day around the appointment and unnecessarily drove out there read more

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I have been seeing Tawni for 17 yrs and she is by far the most knowledgeable with color and cuts and everything in between. I drive 45 mins for my appts with no regrets. All the stylist are hand selected with ongoing training which makes this Salon unique and well rounded. read more

Kaylee did an amazing job today! She asked me questions and made suggestions that made for the perfect cut and color! I am very pleased with my first experience with coloring my hair. read more

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Got a wash, super cute cut, and style from Jenny. She was so great! She listened to what I want and also made recommendations on styling. I was worried about my hair being too short, she was careful to ensure that didn't happen and it came out perfect! I was also surprised it wasn't more expensive than it was. The shop also sells cute clothes and hair trinkets. read more

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BUYERS BEWARE! My experience with Altered Ego was terrible EVEN BEFORE MY HAIRCUT. I scheduled an appointment here to get a curly cut from Terri because I was told she was a master hair stylist and specialist with curly hair (ahem!). My appointment was booked a little more than a month out; the wait was dreadful, and I got really impatient. Then that week came around, and I couldn't make it to my appointment! So sad because I was so looking forward to it. I called to reschedule, and I was told that I WAS NOT ON THE SCHEDULE. WTF. WHY? So I was rescheduled I think a couple weeks out. The day finally arrived and I was supposed to go in at 6:30 pm. I had a long day, so by the time I got home, I wanted to relax until I left for the salon. My fiancé suggested that I call to make sure we were good to go because of the weird scheduling that happened before; it was almost 6. I called, and I was told AGAIN, I WAS TAKEN OFF THE SCHEDULE. You wouldn't believe how pissed I was at this point, and I should have taken it as a sign: DO NOT GO HERE. I was even told that Terri had already left. I was put on hold while they sorted out their sh*t, then all of a sudden, it was like, "Oh, come on in! Terri can see you, no problem!" When I got to the salon, I was greeted by a man named Chad. He didn't make it clear that he is one of the owners of the salon, but he did say that he was sorry about the scheduling. He told me some elaborate BS story about how I kept getting kicked off Terri's schedule--that I was being mixed up with another person by the same name with the same phone number. Uh-huh. Sure. That makes zero sense. So Chad offered to discount product for me as a way to make up for it. I thought that was nice, except I found out after my cut that I either really dislike or simply don't use any of the products they carried. My consultation with Terri went well, I thought. I thought we were on the same page, so then she started with a dry cut, washed it, and styled it--NOT according to what we talked about, which what we were going for was an elongated curl, NOT diffused-from-the-bottom tighter curls. And I hated it. But I went with it, I thanked her and I was pleasant. I figured, I'd go home and rewash it and style it properly the next day. By the next day, I did all the things. And even though I did all the things, my hair still smelled of the stinky (and I mean, STRONG STINKY!) products she used in my hair. Regardless, my $100 haircut was terrible, and I was devastated. Terri chopped off way too much hair on my right side, so there's an ugly gap, and the lengths on both sides don't even match. (See photo) I called the salon, and tried to work with Terri on a solution. I met with her a week later to discuss filling that gap with extensions. Mind you, Terri doesn't acknowledge that there's a problem; she defends her work with, "So you don't like layers." There at the salon, I decided, "Yes, let's go with it. You can do extensions; I trust you." And Terri's response was, "Ok, but I don't want you to blame me for any damage that might occur from wearing extensions. Will you sign a waiver?" I was even ready to sign the waiver!! After the consultation, I told my fiancé how it went. Thankfully, he helped me to see that she does NOT want to work with me, and I should just take the refund that was offered instead of the free extensions. Even getting a refund was a pain in the butt. And I wasn't refunded the full amount ($85 cut + $15 tip). I was refunded just the $85. Today, I called and asked if they'd gotten Denman brushes in stock, so I could cash in on my discount from the scheduling issue, and the receptionist insisted that they will not be getting any in (even though Chad said they would) and that I should find another salon. "Oh, I have!" Everyone I've interfaced with there is unprofessional. Take it from me, DO NOT GO TO ALTERED EGO. read more

Altered Ego Salon - See where I circled the ugly gap? - Hair Salons Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Altered Ego is a wonderful local gem!! I'd been going to Arizona Hair Company for a while but they never really got my hair "just" right. Jenny has done my hair three times and nails it each time! She's sadly moving soon but I am confident in all the other stylists abilities and plan to continue to be a loyal customer to Altered Ego. Everyone is super nice and I never have any problems communicating/rescheduling if needed! read more

Altered Ego Salon - One of my favorite looks Jenny did! - Hair Salons Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

My go-to in Tempe! I've been having Jenny cut and color my hair for almost two years now and always leave with a fun new look. The vibe and music at Altered Ego is always so chill and funky and the staff are all wonderful. Looking for a shag/mullet cut? Jenny knows her stuff, and is so fun and sweet! read more

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Received great customer service and cute vibe here! Will definitely be coming back :)

I had a great experience with Katie! They did a great job. She gave me a beautiful shag. She was great company and fun to be around. Definitely will recommend Katie to anyone looking for a great experienced hairdresser. read more

I went in for a full highlight with Addie and she was amazing! When we were done with the session she noticed that the lightener we used did not make me as bright as the inspo picture that I showed her originally. She is so humble, thoughtful, and passionate about her craft that she quickly offered to do another session with me to get me to the blonde that I wanted. She saved me the embarrassment and guilt of having to ask or leaving disappointing with the result because I can be a shy when it comes to these sort of things. She gave me a BEAUTIFUL buttery blonde in our next appt. In my experience, it is RARE to find a salon with such high quality standards and people as Alter Ego. They go above and beyond! read more