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    Asal Studios

    5.0 (38 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Kaitlyn O.

    I cannot say enough great things about Asal! She did my wedding hair & make-up and my bridesmaids as well. She and her assistant did such a great job. Everyone was so happy with the outcome! Both Asal and her assistant listened to what everyone wanted and they were confident and efficient with their technique. They were also just so friendly and we had a great time getting ready with them!

    Asal did an amazing job with my hair and make up for my wedding yesterday! She also did my mom and sister and all of us LOVED everything she did. She is so talented, professional and sweet!! You will not be disappointed with her work! I cannot wait to work with her again in the near future and will always be my number one go to person for hair and make up moving forward. THANK YOU ASAL!!!!!!!!!

    I am so grateful to Asal for helping make me feel absolutely beautiful on my big day! Not only was she friendly, polite, and accommodating from day one, but she went above and beyond by traveling quite a distance to be able to do our hair and makeup on site. She even got a hotel room the night before so she could do a very early (4:45am!!) start time! She was so fun and we loved having her and her assistant with us the morning of the wedding. My bridesmaids all felt beautiful, and my mom LOVED her hair and makeup. I was told by several of my girls (who are all veteran brides and bridesmaids) that this hair and makeup was the best they've ever had done. My mom--who isn't a big makeup person loved her makeup and felt herself. Those in my party who opted out of hair and makeup (including a cosmetologists) all said they wished they had gotten it done because everyone looked so good. I can not recommend them enough, they were so so wonderful! Definitely worth the cost. You get what you pay for!

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    Sanaz M.

    Asal is like the meaning behind her her name. She is as close to perfection you can get and will not be disappointed which is transparent in her work! Imagine, it was just one week away from my wedding and my mother and I didn't have our hair and makeup booked, any other bride would have freaked out. Asal was highly recommended by where I do facials (Nilou Spa), the combination of prepping my skin and Asal's art made me feel like a bride, I am extremely grateful that we all crossed paths! I went to Asal for my hair and makeup trial one week before my wedding; she worked with my mom and I to create the look we envisioned and was very accommodating making minor changes after for our wedding. I had her do both airbrush (trial) and foundation (wedding), both lasted all night. I highly recommend future brides to do their first and hopefully only trial with Asal for both bridal hair and makeup. Further, bridal hair and makeup trials are very important and a must, as they set the tone, and is a chance for brides and their artist to be acquainted and comfortable with one another. I really appreciate her passion and dedication following up after both the my trial and our wedding, that meant a lot. On the day of our wedding, she arrived at our hotel on time and waited patiently despite a no show from our rental company which pushed back things. She was an extremely calming presence and took time perfecting every detail. Everyone complimented me on how beautiful I looked and l was the happiest bride ever smiling all night. Also, I will never forget the look of my husband when he saw me walk down the isle, he could not stop smiling and take his eyes off me! Our hair and makeup lasted all night through the tears, rain, multiple ceremonies, and nonstop dancing without any touch ups. Not to mention beautiful photos! She exceeded our expectations and a genuinely wonderful person. We will book all future events with Asal, and she is just AMAZING!

    Kelly C.

    Ok, don't hesitate, book Asal right now for your wedding! I have no words for how spectacular Asal was from start to finish. She was the first wedding vendor I booked after I saw her incredible Instagram (@asalstudios - check out the before & afters!). She is a magician with hair and makeup and truly takes the time to listen and create the look you want. From the hair & makeup trial through the wedding day, she made the whole process stress-free and lovely. My bridesmaids and mom raved about their hair and makeup, and her! She was exceptionally communicative, on-time, fun, and just an all around pleasure to be around. She also took the time to take incredible pictures of my before and after looks and my bridal party and family getting ready in our suite, including posting an amazing reel of our getting ready time, and I'm so grateful to have these shots before we receive our official wedding photos! Asal puts so much extra care into everything she does and I will be recommending her to everyone I know!

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    Asal helped me out when my makeup artist canceled just before my reception. She did a great job

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    Asal did a great job with my hair and makeup she is super nice and conservative.. definitely recommend her

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    Asal was amazing- we had to cancel our original wedding due to COVID and had a small, family-only ceremony in DC.

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    Progressions Salon - The team of elite stylists and customer service professionals at Progressions Salon, the best salon and day spa in North Bethesda, Maryland.

    Progressions Salon

    4.3(193 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$$

    I cannot rave enough about my visit at Progressions Salon. From the front of house hospitality to…read morethe friendliness and talent of my stylist I was truly blown away. I do not get my hair done more than once every 4 years, but I will certainly be back for a nail appointment before then, and will be recommending this salon to all of my friends. My appointment was at 8am and I was given a generously full cup of hot coffee while I waited for my stylist to settle in. I was given a little tour of the salon and impressed with how much space they have, how modern all the equipment is, and that they even have a kids room! I currently struggle to find time to get my nails done as a mom, and at Progressions I could bring my kid and get some self-love time too. They also have a vegan polish line which fits with my lifestyle. Molly was my stylist and we talked the whole appointment! She is so friendly and I loved getting to know her and sharing some of my life with her. She started by preparing my hair for a hair donation. I found Progressions Salon because they are one of the few businesses that accept hair donations. Molly was able to cut three braided donations off and then pamper me at the hair washing station. Progressions Salon has a chair that massages both your back and your butt during the hair wash and shampoo stage of the appointment. It was the best shampoo experience of my life. After the hair washing Molly gave me a very cute layered bob that complimented my curls. It is hard to find a stylist knowledgeable about cutting curly hair and she nailed it! After the cut she styled my hair and I was set to meet my friends for brunch. I felt so fashion forward and confident with my new cut, and invigorated after such a luxurious experience: Thank you Progressions Salon for my hair cut and I cannot wait for my next visit!

    I recently visited Progressions Salon for my 9 AM appointment, and unfortunately, my experience…read morefell short of expectations. Upon arrival, I was informed by my stylist that she had limited experience with my specific hair type. While I appreciated her honesty, her lack of trying to come up with an alternative made me uneasy about the interaction. I inquired about the possibility of consulting another stylist, but the response I received felt dismissive. The stylist suggested I wait while she spoke to the receptionist, who was occupied on the phone. Ultimately, it seemed like no other stylist would be available to assist me at that time based on the response of this stylist. She even did not want me to wait to speak with the receptionist which was very odd. She told me that there was no one and she would explain to the receptionist. I went to walk out and even turned back around because I was going to ask and she questioned what I wanted to ask the receptionist further causing me to feel like this was not a space for me or my natural hair. I found this encounter disappointing. I expected a more accommodating response to my specific hair care needs. I hope that Progressions can address these issues to improve the experience for future clients. As someone who previously heard great things about the salon and the support that they provided to a nonprofit that I am associated with, I expected better.

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    Progressions Salon - Relax in our spa waiting room and prepare to be pampered at Progressions salon spa store in Rockville, MD.

    Relax in our spa waiting room and prepare to be pampered at Progressions salon spa store in Rockville, MD.

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    Progressions Salon - Progressions Salon is home to the best hair stylists, colorists, nail technicians, and skin care specialists in North Besthesda, Maryland.

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    Salon Luna

    Salon Luna

    4.3(29 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    I'm obsessed with this place!! Stephanie is my favorite, I've moved away from home twice now (for…read morecollege and grad school) and still refuse to get my hair cut or colored anywhere else. I've gotten balayage, highlights, and bright and fun colors, and my hair always looks great! I've been getting compliments on my current haircut for months now!

    I got my hair done by Stephanie yesterday. I requested a Balayage and showed a picture of what I…read morewanted. I didn't get what I what wanted. Instead she & her assistant over processed my hair by leaving me sitting and waiting for an hour. I called that evening to speak to Stephanie but no one answered so I left a voicemail. She didn't bother to return my call! Instead she texted me! How unprofessional! I called the next morning and the receptionist told me Stephanie was too busy that's why she didn't call me, which is ridiculous! Your receptionist never contacted me, I called the next morning myself after I saw your text. You have never called my phone nor has the receptionist. I had to call you all. I told the receptionist the assistant didn't follow the 20 mins off and 20 mins on for the haircap. She left me sitting there for about 20 mins before she turned the time on. Put the cap on and set the timer. Followed by taking the cap off and setting the timer again for 20 mins! She also failed to leave me with the toner for an additional 5 minutes like Stephanie told her. She over processed bleach and under processed toner. So my hair looks terrible on the top of my head! I can't even run my finger through my hair not to mention some of my hair strands are white and not blonde!!! Stephanie if your assistant doesn't understand how important processing time is maybe it's time to teach her! I will never return and I don't recommend your Salon! You are very unprofessional! Offering to give me a deep hair treatment will not fix over processed brassy hair! Next time have some sense and call your client back! By the way I paid $440 for my hair! FYI by the way years ago she bargained prices so that's how it use to work Stephanie. I see things have changed! But the quality of service has gone down. The picture you took of my hair was a small shot. You never even sent me the pics which I asked for. You wanted to me to leave. Let's not talk about the choppy haircut you gave me to hide the broken hair. Not taking accountability or even caring for your clients is a terrible way to run your business.

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    New Wave Salon and Spa - Highlights and Style by Bella S

    New Wave Salon and Spa

    4.7(369 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    I just have to shout out Mimi--my incredible hairstylist and colorist. I don't know what I'd do…read morewithout her. From the moment I sit in her chair, I feel completely taken care of. She really listens to what I want, offers honest guidance. She really understands how to work with my waves and keeps my frizz under control without weighing my hair down--which is not easy. The color and highlights are consistently natural and grow out beautifully, and the cut is so well done that it styles easily at home. Beyond her talent, the experience is just as amazing--professional, warm, and never rushed. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients and her craft. If you're looking for someone who gets it--especially if you have wavy, frizz-prone hair--and delivers every single time, I can't recommend Mimi enough.

    I've been going to New Wave Salon for decades, the place is just very pleasant, people are…read morefriendly. Very clean and organized, by the time my hairstylist ( Bella, which I love!) finish cutting and or coloring my hair, the floor is spotless. And if you happen to be there early morning, free breakfast (bagel and cream cheese), and don't forget the unlimited coffee of many kind...tea and iced cold lemon water, little something to make costumers happy and special! Did I mention that every time Bella do her magic to my hair, I get many compliments! She's just the best, I don't have to tell her what I want, I just sit on her chair and sip my coffee. And don't forget the lovely ladies who shampoo and massage your head and behind your neck, it's a treat, and I'm so happy that Elsa is back on Saturdays, she's the best! Come and see New Wave Salon, it is highly recommended! Mildred A.

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    Highlights , haircut and style by Bella

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    Beautiful highlights and haircut by Bella

    New Wave Salon and Spa - Mimi Curly cut specialist . Level 3 deva Certified.

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    Mimi Curly cut specialist . Level 3 deva Certified.

    Studio A M

    Studio A M

    4.8(32 reviews)
    17.4 mi
    $$

    This was my first time getting my hair professionally done at a salon and I couldn't be more than…read morehappier with the results of my dark brown balyage. I recently moved to the DMV from NY for school and decided to go with her salon because I wanted to support a small business and the other reviews were great! Booking the appointment was seamless. Annum was able to accommodate an earlier appointment time for me since I had a scheduled meeting later that afternoon. I visited her almost a month ago on April 6th, 2021 so here is my comprehensive review. My balayage took a little under 1.5 hours to complete. She was very efficient while also ensuring that my hair retained its natural moisture and health. She made sure that she respected my time due to my meeting later that evening. When I returned home, I did notice that the toner didn't take on a small but noticeable section of my hair that was noticeably blonde. I immediately texted Annum to let her know and she squeezed me in the same day to reapply the toner for the area, which was a very quick fix. Not every hair stylist would show this level of dedication to ensure that I had the best experience. After a month, the color has held up beautifully and I've received endless compliments on her work. In terms of parking, there are public parking garages on the same street that are affordable and accessible (~$1.25/hr). Highly recommend booking her, she's very professional, honest, and genuinely takes care of her clients! Support your small businesses and book her!!

    Annum is THE person to go for all your hair related needs. I promise you, you won't go anywhere…read moreelse after seeing her. Long story short, I came to Annum after nearly 2 years of not letting anyone touch my hair because of a disaster that left me in tears with shoulder length hair when I was supposed to only get an inch off my super long hair (obvs, this wasn't her who did it). Now I literally only trust Annum to do my hair and recommend her to all my coworkers, friends, and family. Not only is she precise with all her cuts and color, she can also recommend what she thinks will be flattering for you which is especially nice for people who may not come in with inspo pictures. After she brought life back to my sad hair, I trusted her to finally go ahead and give me some color with a balayage. I haven't looked back since then and have only been going lighter with each visit! The best part is that even several months later, my balayage looks fresh and perfect despite my hair growing out. I personally give her creative freedom and trust her with whatever color she thinks is gonna look great on me but you can always bring/show her what you want and she'll recreate it to the best of her abilities! Remember folks, every artist is different and uses different techniques so an exact recreation isn't really possible. She's great at listening to what you want while also protecting your hair from any unnecessary damage and if you aren't happy with it (which I'm sure is rare) she'll fix it! Annum herself is a delight to come in and see. She's always so sweet and sociable - it's always fun to talk to her while she's working her magic on my locks! I appreciate that she has her own private suite in a salon with other artists which does make her hijabi friendly BUT bear in mind that there are men who will walk around as they probably work there too. I have hijabi friends who don't see this as a problem but to each their own. In terms of pricing, I think her rates are very fair especially considering what some other salons (super side-eye to yall) charge for balayages and color services that aren't even close to beauty that she creates. Again, bear in mind that while it isn't cheap - no hair stylist gives you a refund for services already done! Common sense right? Apparently not. Like I said before, if you aren't happy for whatever reason; let her know and she'll fix it. You'll be hard pressed to try and find ANY salon or stylist that'll refund you for any reason. Booking is easy but she does book super fast so make sure you make your appts well in advance! My thick desi hair won't let anyone else touch it so seriously, treat yoself and get your hair blessed by Annum and her magical hands!

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    Symmetry Salon Studios - Keratin and Cut

    Symmetry Salon Studios

    4.6(102 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    This review is for Maggie Kassimis. I found her when I moved near her shop on Fisher Lane. She is…read moreamazing - my hair has never looked better. I rarely have people comment on my hair, but now I am getting constant comments on how great it looks. Maggie has guided me through growing my hair for a longer softer look as well as trying a Brazilian Blow Out as I have frizzy natural curly hair. I love the feel and ease of caring for my hair since the Blow Out. Her rates are fair and reasonable. Did I mention she is a wonderful caring witty person. I enjoy my visits as I feel I am seeing an old friend and catching with them. I highly recommend Maggie!

    Review for Maggie Kassimis Maggie is an amazing professional…read morestylist and colorist. She has transformed my hair color to look natural along with blending my roots. She will listen and only work with one client at a time to maximize your experience and satisfaction. I just wish I found her years ago as getting my hair done is now a pleasure rather than a task. Maggie is a perfectionist and has wonderful suggestions. All of her hair color products are natural. I no longer need to sit in a salon breathing toxic fumes and have an itching/burning scalp. She genuinely wants her clients to love their hair and over the last 6 months she has given me advice on products, a fairly inexpensive hair dryer (salon perfection), and general pointers that are invaluable. For the first time, I am wearing my hair down more than ever because her style cut makes my hair manageable. The compliments on my cut, shine and color have been countless. Being a working mom, Maggie understands my schedule and has appointments that work for me. I now look forward to getting my hair done and it no longer takes countless hours.

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    Balayage, Color and Blowdry

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    Jenn Shin Studios - Hair by Jenn Shin

    Jenn Shin Studios

    4.8(143 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$$

    I've often driven past Jenn Shin Studio when I'm in Rockville, and since I was looking for a new…read morestylist, I decided to finally reach out. From my first conversation with Jenn to scheduling my appointment, she was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and professional. She truly cares about her clients -- even though she wasn't accepting new ones, she took the time to recommend stylists at her studio who would be a great fit for my needs. I ended up booking with Cindy, and she did not disappoint! She was so sweet and did an amazing job with both my cut and color. I asked for layers and a color that would blend my grays, and she nailed it! I highly recommend Jenn Shin Studio -- and especially Cindy!

    Was my hair in desperation or what. I allowed my hair to grow since last visiting in January and…read morethe color was pretty but very long overdue for a cut and refresh. I wanted to go darker, shorter and mature. Jessica has always been my girl and she did an amazing job getting me to where I wanted. I would definitely say we cut at least 6 inches off. It did take a while (8 hours to be exact), but if that's what it takes to get my hair looking amazing then so be it. They have plenty of snacks and drinks available or you can always order food for delivery. Went yesterday and it was super quiet. So I highly recommend going on a week day if you can so it's not as packed. The salon is very clean and inviting. Everyone who works here is very sweet. I haven't tried their scalp/head massage station since they've added it but heard good things.

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    Drybar - North Bethesda at Pike & Rose

    Drybar - North Bethesda at Pike & Rose

    2.3(70 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    FWIW, I've had 20+ blowouts at this Dry Bar location and have only been disappointed with the…read moreblowout itself once. I'm used to waiting at salons. I wish it didn't happen, but it's the nature of a services business. If the wait is under 15m it's fine. Perhaps there could be a way to check in and view wait time through the app to provide more transparency. I bet other business owners at Pike and Rose would love to monetize that 15m wait time and you could earn through ad revenue :) I'm leaving this review for the owner of this location. You have an incredibly talented team who are clearly overworked and underpaid. I don't know what flexibility you have in the franchise model, but you probably have more pricing power than you think. I would happily pay more for my bar fly membership. I am not ok paying a $30 surcharge on top of a $69 blowout when my appointment takes an hour instead of 45m (it has for the years I've used DryBar), there is clear friction between mgmt and staff, and mgmt and customers. I realize it's incredibly tough to run a low margin service business, and empathize as a former retail store manager. But I sincerely hope you'll level up the experience for all stakeholders...FWIW I realize there are similar challenges everywhere but the Georgetown location has figured this out. Just my 2c. Thanks for hearing me out.

    I was a loyal customer for years and was a barfly member (their subscription program)…read more At first, I had a good experience. My membership got me 1 blow out per month and most of the people who work there were nice and did good work. Once in a while, I got a stylist that took longer than normal - I figured they were new and it wasn't a big deal for me to wait a little longer for them to finish. I was in and out in under an hour. Then came the fees. At first, they informed me any blowout over an hour was an extra $30. I wasn't worried about it at first because my blowouts were always under an hour, but I started to realize my blowouts were less enjoyable. I started watching the clock and being anxious when a stylist was a little slower. About 6 months later, I was informed the policy changed again and anything over 45 minutes was an extra $30. I cancelled my barfly membership on the spot - what was the point of a membership when they tack on fees? It would be $90 plus tip for a blowout. My regular hair stylist charges me $85 for a cut and blow out and she finishes all of that in under an hour. Also, all of these policy changes were always communicated verbally, and sometimes when you were already getting shampooed. I left voicemails (no one picks up the phone when I call) to discuss my concerns but none were ever returned. I feel bad for the stylists (especially new ones). They are dealing with clients that are likely upset with these ever changing policies and fees. All in all, I realized I wasn't getting a great experience from this business anymore and it was time to call it quits.

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    Drybar - North Bethesda at Pike & Rose
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    Drybar - North Bethesda at Pike & Rose

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