In spite of having felt extremely apprehensive about needing to find a new hair salon & stylist & having had numerous disappointing appointments with OTHER stylists, Dufrane On Your Maine has by far continued to exceed my expectations in EVERY possible way. I went for my initial appointment with Sarah in April of 2019 & couldn't even imagine going anywhere else at this point. I would wholeheartedly recommend her salon to absolutely anyone without even the slightest bit of hesitation. Not only is my hair blonder & healthier than I ever thought possible, I can't remember the last time that it took me more than ~30 seconds to detangle it! Ms. Sarah Dufrane is the real deal!! By transforming my hair, she has helped me to transform my entire life!! read more

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Fabulous experience. I found Sarah after doing a search on great colorists in the DMV and professionals that use the Virtue product line. Looking at Instagram and FB pictures, I was immediately impressed with her artistry. What gave me pause is that I'm African American with porous natural hair that has a tight curl pattern. None of the pictures showed hair like mine. But what motivated me to contact Sarah was her commitment to continued education and serious interest in the health of her clients' hair. After exchanging a few text messages, I went in for a consultation. Based on the health of my hair, she recommended cellophane color as well as protein conditioning. Sarah managed to squeeze me into her schedule in a way that also accommodated several conference calls. Bottom line- Sarah did a wonderful job. The color looks great. My hair feels much healthier. She had to blow it out in order to cut it, so I elected to keep the straight style. My experience was much better than the last Black salon that I last went to and it's the best blow out that I've ever had. She managed the heat so that my hair wasn't fried. No smell of burning hair. I definitely plan to return. read more

Sarah's been doing my hair for a super long time, now. Like, six or seven years! Here's what I know about her: 1. She takes hair color SERIOUSLY. I mean...she's basically a hair color wizard . The first appointment I ever had with her, she basically saved my life. My hair was black, orange, and yellow from a balayage gone horribly wrong. Sarah just rolled up her sleeves and made magic happen. 2. She cares about the health of your hair and will always put that above your desire to go from deep red to platinum in three hours. If she tells you no, believe her! She knows what she's talking about! On the flip side, if she suggests a new look...believe her! She still knows what she's talking about! 3. She NEVER stops learning. You may not realize how important that quality is in a hair stylist, but it's crucial. I'm in the beauty industry, too. I know how much time, money, and effort it takes to attend these technique classes and keep your skills up to date for your clients. A commitment to continued education is something only the most passionate of stylists value. Basically, Sarah is dedicated to her art like no other. If you're wanting to take your hair to the next level, just go ahead and sit in her chair. read more

Sarah is hands down the most talented hair stylist I've met. I've never stuck around too long with any one stylist until I met her four years ago. She's seen my hair through all sorts of transitions- blond, to red, back to blond, short to long with extensions, etc. She cares about her clients and does not cut corners; combined with her solid education/ training and raw talent, this leads to absolutely beautiful results. I've never had compliments on my hair before seeing Sarah. Personally, she's a wonderful human being and fun and interesting to talk to. I can't recommend her more highly. read more

I've been coming here for almost a year now and will not go anywhere else for color / extensions. Sarah is extremely experienced and talented. I have never gotten so many compliments on my color. read more

Sarah has been doing my hair for the past 5 plus years. She is willing to do anything and everything I ask her to do, whether it be plain Jane requests or rose gold color. She is so knowledgeable about her craft and keeps up on taking classes and trainings so that she is in the know on the latest hair trends. If you are looking for a new look or are looking for a stylist-- Sarah is your girl! read more

I found Sarah on Yelp and choose to go to her based on all 5 star reviews she had... I was very excited to have my hair done by her especially since I wanted a new hair style for my 30th birthday... I was trying to get a longer bob type of a haircut with a dramatic slanted angle but what I walked out with was much different and disappointing... My haircut looked super uneven, choppy and it kind of gave vibe of being done unprofessionally... The slant was very mild, and it just didn't look right... I reached out to Sarah and told her that I wasn't satisfied with the result... She was polite and offered me to come back so she can fix it... I gave her another chance but unfortunately the second time it was even worse, she did try really hard I give her that, but the unevenness and choppiness was still very present... I also had to tell her couple times that my left and right side look totally different but she tried to convince me it was because of the way my hair falls down... Which was obviously not the case, the problem was in the haircut and maybe her expertise in doing such hair style wasn't as high as I expected it to be... I am not sure how I held my tears back while still in the salon, but when I walked out, I broke down... I was very unhappy and disappointed with the end result... I kept crying for couple of days after the second time Sarah cut my hair (each time I was doing my hair, I was in tears)... I know it's kinda silly to be sooo upset over the haircut, cuz hair grows back right, but given that it was my 30th birthday and it was very important to me that I have a great hair that day, (and any other day, but especially THAT day) I just couldn't accept it the way it looked... I reached back out to Sarah, expressing my disappointment again and I felt it was fair to ask for a refund since I wasn't satisfied with the way she made my hair look for the second time, mind you, her services r very very expensive and for that amount of money I spent on a haircut I expected it to be an impeccable one... She declined saying she does not issue any refunds but instead she offered me to come back again, for a third time (which I did appreciate) but... I didn't have confidence or trust that she could actually do my hair any better so I won't be going back to her... I went on looking for another hair stylist who has more experience with bobs and can hopefully fix my hair, I'm still in the process of finding the right person... Btw, another disappointing thing I noticed when I was in Sarah's salon was that she wasn't very communicative and attentive... She kept on checking her phone each time she got a chance and I felt like she wasn't really present and didn't care much about building a relationship with a new customer... I also felt like she doesn't care as much about ppl / customers from other countries... She made a comment about Brazilian girls and other foreign girls who come to her wanting to be blond but don't necessarily want to pay the price and how she gets a lot of these women who want cheap services... I just thought that was little insensitive, especially because not every one can afford $300 and up for a hair appointment... Another upsetting and kinda funny thing that happened... The day of my birthday party my gay friend asked me what happened to my hair, and if I cut it myself (I was like ouch), it just gives u a confirmation of how bad it actually is... Conclusion... If u r looking for a stylish and edgy hairstyle, Sarah might not be the best choice as far as the cut itself... But when it comes to the color, I think she could pull that one off lil better, just make sure u communicate it very very precisely... read more

I followed Sarah from another salon. She is amazing!! I am always extremely pleased. She is a color master!!

Sarah is a hair goddess! Ten reasons why i love her (in no order) 1. Her studio is like 10 minutes away from my house. I used to drive like 45 minutes away to get my hair done by a mediocre stylist. 2. Her private studio is a larger size- it has two chairs, and more room to breath. 3. Her knowledge about hair is amazing. She has taken a bunch of technique classes, and she is very advanced in her skills. 4. She has awesome snacks and drinks!! 5. I always leave happy! 6. Olaplex is included in her prices, bc she doesn't think that you should have to decided whether or not to damage your hair. 7. She's so fun and honestly the nicest/cutest/coolest hair stylist i've ever had. We literally talk about everything. Theres never any weird awkward silences we she is doing my hair (which btw is 10x more awkward when you're in a private salon...*cue the cricket noises*. 8. She sells the best high quality hair products. 9. She got me to a super blonde shade in one apt and didn't fry my hair off, and she taught me a lot about hair. 10. She uses all the new techniques (balayge, crazy colors ) coloring products/styling tools (olaplex, b3, oligo, pulpriot, ghd, dyson blowdryers, etc.) Come to Sarah!! You wont regret it. :D read more

Dufrane on YO main. My girlfriend had the most exquisite dye job executed at the hands of Ms. Dufrane. I sat and watched--which took a while as you might expect, but she's incredibly charismatic, honest, and willing to work with whomever walks in. Can't recommend this woman enough for her talents, as they far exceed anyone else I've been privy to in the area. Also she cut my hair and it was a masterpiece(for me?). Go here! read more

I have been going to Sarah for 7 years. She has been doing vivid colors the entire time and I still have super healthy hair. Even though I moved to NYC 3.5 years ago, I still come down to see her. I trust only her to do my hair. Sarah is the best. She is always top of her game as far as the latest colors, styles, applications and hair products. Plus, great conversation. Go to Sarah, you won't be disappointed. read more

Before I came to Sarah, I had been seeing the same stylist for years. My former stylist was excellent, but I found I was stuck in a rut, with a "mom bob" that I thought was hip(ish), but which I see now was aging me. I heard good things about Sarah and began following her on Instagram. She seemed like just the person I needed, so I made an appointment. I love going to see Sarah. The setup is a bunch of independently-owned salons within a larger space -- like a mini-mall of mini salons. This means it's just you and Sarah when you are there to see her. She is focused on you, your hair, and your needs. I love that! Sarah brightened up my blonde hair and somehow made it look both more natural and healthier (and more beautiful!). On my first visit, I told Sarah I was trying to grow my hair out, and she decided that since my hair still looked healthy and we didn't want to sacrifice length, we shouldn't cut it at all. She didn't hesitate to make this recommendation even though this meant less money for her. That doesn't happen everywhere! Sarah is also fun to talk to, easygoing, and perfectly happy to chat or to just work her magic while I zone out and read a magazine. Since my first visit to Sarah, my dark blonde bob has become a shimmering blonde mane of beachy waves. People comment on it everywhere I go. Even my mother-in-law (who is notoriously tough to please) loves it and says it makes me look ten years younger! So -- if you want healthy, gorgeous hair, go see Sarah! read more

Sarah is simply amazing! From the moment you walk through her door you feel at home and comfortable. She uses top notch products on your hair, and it will feel and look phenomenal when you walk out the door. Sarah is a blonde specialist and was able to correct my hair in just a couple of visits. My only regret is that I wish I had know about her sooner! I have had a handful of visits with her now and I always look forward to the next! If you are searching for a fantastic experience and amazing hair for a great price, look no more! Sarah is your girl! read more

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Until I met Sarah over 7 years ago, I changed hair stylists about every year or so. Can you say picky? Happily, those days are behind me. During my time going to Sarah, I've had short, short hair and shoulder length hair. I've been blonde-ish and I've been brunette. And, I've loved every look thanks to Sarah's talent for both cut and color. read more

If you are looking for a blonde specialist- Sarah is your girl. She can give you beautiful color without compromising your hair- you can't find that anywhere, trust me ladies :) I've worked at three different salons and I can tell you Sarah is one of the best. It took me a couple sessions to go blonde but I had leftover color in my hair. I went in last week to get more blonde and it's just gorgeous now. I, also, had a pretty okay haircut SOMEWHERE ELSE and Sarah managed to fix it so effortlessly. Now my hair curls and sits just right due to her magic hands. She always has complimentary beverages and snacks and her studio is personal and cozy. She gives pretty awesome shampoos too :) She always uses the top products for your hair to feel like silk and carries purology- this makes me happy. Going blonde is expensive anywhere you go, just know that when going anywhere. Sarah gives you bang for your buck and gives salon quality blonde--in my opinion. I love my hair! It's gorgeous :) She's also a fun stylist- can manage to keep conversation and isn't too talkative but isn't too quiet :) read more

I thought I knew what a great stylist was...and then I met Sarah. She works magic with my (very) curly hair, and I've been a happy and loyal client since 2010. Shortly after I found Sarah, which was by accident, Washingtonian online featured her in their Great Hair writeup. I wasn't at all surprised, given her skill with cuts and color, along with her client relationship skills. She listens to her clients --I told her I don't like to spend a lot of time on my hair and she gives me great low-maintenance cuts -- she's always looking to add new techniques/methods to her already broad portfolio, and she is a font of great ideas about how to freshen up your look. No stylist I've had can compare to Sarah. read more