I live in Illinois, I tried a new salon for the first time. (Lost my original hair stylist after 20 plus years.) My hair style was terrible no way was I going to have this stylist fix it. My flight to Largo ,Florida was the following morning. When I arrived in Largo I called Elkae Salon told them my problem, they set me an appointment right away. Kiandra was my stylist. She did an amazing job. She took the time to examine my hair, explained exactly what needed to be done to correct it. She then gave me an amazing shampoo, with scalp massage, talk about relaxing. It is so hard to find a good stylist. You can bet I will be scheduling my trips to Florida around my hair needs. read more

Seems her talking to others about a vacation. Was better than the hair cut I got. Never went back...

I am not the type of person to leave a review, no matter how bad my experience was, but I feel the need to share this so others know what they are getting into before coming here. As soon as I walked in, the very first thing I noticed was that all the stylists were dressed in very unprofessional attire. My stylist, whom I will not name, was not very knowledgeable about a simple service. I had to explain multiple times throughout the appointment what to do and how to do it. Throughout my appointment, I felt as though my hair was being ripped out, and I was burned multiple times. My hair is naturally curly and lost a lot of its definition. I have never lost the integrity of my hair before, and I have had multiple blowouts and styles done over the past few years. My extensions also lost a significant amount of hair because she was so rough while combing them out, even though they were freshly washed and detangled. I eventually gave up trying to communicate with my stylist because whenever I gave my input, nothing was done differently. The radio station they were playing contained a lot of profanity. The music itself was fine, but the station they chose was not a very salon-appropriate one. One of the other stylists was also loudly singing along to the music, which was extremely irritating and unprofessional. My biggest issue of all was the price. They are extremely expensive for no justifiable reason. There is nothing in that salon that warrants the prices they charge. I paid $140 before tip and had no color work done -- just a blowout. $85 for a wash is insane, especially when nothing extra was included. There was no conditioning treatment, no scalp massage, nothing beyond shampoo and conditioner. I understand that there is normally an upcharge for clip-ins; however, $50 is completely unjustifiable, especially when she couldn't figure out how to do them properly and was raking through them, causing hair to fall out. The extensions were not tangled at all -- I made sure to wash and detangle them before my appointment. She was rude throughout the service and dismissive toward me. She seemed visibly annoyed when I asked for an itemized receipt and was also annoyed when I declined to tip. I understand that tipping is generally expected; however, there is no obligation to tip for poor service, especially when the price is already outrageously high. I was not informed of the price upfront, nor was I told about the extra credit card fee. This place is highway robbery. I would not return here even if it were the last salon open. read more

Lisa has been coloring my hair for close to two years now! I never feel rushed when I go in, even though my hair takes a long time to color. Lisa always listens to me and I truly enjoy this environment. Lisa always kills it with my hair! read more

I've been there twice now and Michelle is my stylist. She has been able to get me an appointment right away and I am very happy with my look each time. The ladies in the salon are fun and enjoy their jobs so it's a relaxing environment. I am so glad I found this place by accident. read more

My experience with Michelle was phenomenal! I called only a few days before because I had an emergency for a wedding needing my hair to be done and curled and they fit me in and did an amazing job with my hair. The women that worked in the salon were just so kind and funny and personable. And I will definitely be back anytime. I need my hair done in that area. read more

I highly recommend Leah. She is the absolute BEST. She's a master colorist and a pro at extensions. It's very apparent in her knowledge and work. I've been going to her for more than a dozen years and won't go anywhere else. Here's a picture of my hair after color, highlights, and extensions from today's appointment. read more

Elkae Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Largo, Florida

unprofessionalism stylist did not follow my wants and haircut was uneven. do not go there

Always look forward to hair day !! All the ladies are awesome and make you feel at home !! Stephine is my stylist could not be happier with her !! read more

This salon is very beautifully decorated and very clean. Had my hair cut and colored by Michelle and it turned out perfect. Nice vibes the salon owner was very sweet and friendly. Love this place!! Thanks again Michelle you killed it with my hair. read more

Brittany was great! I came in from out of town and was recommended! And I couldn't of been happier! She was so nice and did a great job! Her and Stephanie made me feel right at home! I felt like I knew them for years! Thank you girls! I will be back!:) read more

I started going here about 2 years ago when I moved to Florida and when I say this is by far the most absolutely amazing salon I have ever been to. My hairdresser Leah does an awesome job and I always leave with amazing hair and feelings great. If you need a hair stylist I promise u will love Elkae salon read more

Great cut & color melt! Sanitation was up to par. Nice little locally ran salon. My hair was processed well in terms of technical skill and to keep my hair healthy. I also purchased a red conditioner here that deposits color back into my hair. This red conditioner works great! read more

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I called to make an appointment to have my hair cut into a "lob", basically a long collarbone lengh "bob". Not sure who answered the phone when making appointment, but whoever it was, said they have been doing hair for over 15 years and never heard of a "lob" cut? But whatever, they said. Hmmm. They had no openings available, and said "wait" we can fit u in at 11:15 with Michelle. I am a returning client to this salon, have been going for over 8 years and had coloring done by Stephanie which was excellent. So upon arrival on time, Michelle came out to greet me, I sat down and explained to her while trying to get a picture off my phone what I wanted. She took no interest in even looking and said let's go wash it. I initiated a redkin keratin treatment, at $35, and then went to chair. Not one word was said to me, on how exactly I wanted my hair, how I parted it, what she thought, since I was having a good 5 inches cut off. Anyways, bottom line, I like my hair cut, but anyone can do a straight cut blunt "lob", and I felt as though I had to make conversation, as not one word was said to me while cutting my hair, other then when done, do you want a blow out. Sorry but " uncomfortable experience " with "no personality " like she hates her job. Decent cut though like I said, not a difficult task. Have some fun ladles with your clients is all I suggest, and at least act like your interested in your clients wants. Sorry Leah, but I have decided to go elsewhere. read more

Really awkward experience. I can't remember the stylists name but she has the very red hair, seemed like she was in uppers or something. Her & the owner also proceeded to get into an argument in front of me, which just made it all the worse. Made me an appt for 4, all I got was a cut & bang trim, she rushed through it so fast because she had an appt at 5, I left the salon in tears because she wouldn't finish my cut & told me to sit on it for a day & if I didn't like it she would fix it for free. Had to leave salon and beg another salon to fix it for me because it was so horrendous. Save your time & money. Go somewhere else. Don't get lectured & rushed to pay for 50 for the worst cut of your life. read more

So I read reviews on another site regarding the salon and Maddie being the best stylist for thin fine short hair. This was not an overstatement, she listen to me I showed her pictures she was awesome, we discussed products for my hair she wanted to see how I styled it so she could style my hair was something I could manage. she listen to me I showed her pictures she was awesome, we discussed products for my hair she wanted to see how I styled it so she could style my hair was something I could manage. I walked away with one of the best haircuts I have ever had she took her time , each hair I believe was styled perfect! I recommend her if you are in the Largo or Clearwater area she is worth the drive I won't be going anywhere else but to Madeline!!! read more

Tom and I were looking for a new salon close to our condo. Found this salon decided to try it. Very glad we did we both received excellent results Thank you Skyler and Stephanie read more

I have been coming to Leah for over a decade. I have always left her salon extremely happy. After my first cut and highlight, I knew what a gem I found in her. I will never allow anyone else to do my hair. She is truly AMAZING!! Thank you so much for always making me feel beautiful!! read more

When I tell you I probably pass 100 salons to get to Elkae to see Leah because I live over in Tampa, you'll get how it's worth it. She is the queen of extensions and I also witnessed an outstanding color done by her coworker Stephanie that was to die for. These girls will not disappoint and they are worth the drive from wherever you are, trust me when I say I've tried other places and the difference is insane!! It's a blast hanging with her and she knows what she's doing, you won't regret it!! read more

My hair went from being short and cute to long and luxurious in a matter of a couple hours! Leah is so incredibly sweet and knows exactly what to do when it comes to hair and extensions. I will be coming back from now on and am so happy with my results! read more

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I wouldn't use this place if they were the only salon open. Leah has got to be the most rudest hair dresser or whatever you want to call her I've ever met. I should have known though just from talking to her on the phone she was rude and extremely vain. I only wanted a consultation for extensions so as she was trying to fit me in I had to hear why I couldn't come in on this day and why on that day. Oh she had a celebrity coming in on one day and doesn't open the place to no one when that celebrity is there. Lol. As if I actually cared about all that. All I wanted was a day and time. So she finally gives one. I go in there. Thank god I didn't have to drive very far. Heads up for anyone thinking about making any kind of drive 1st. Because are you ready for this one? She forgot. And she was running behind obviously irritated that I was even there. She was rude. A noxious. Literally rolling her eyes as I was talking. It took everything out of me. Literally. How she even has good reviews is beyond me. She shouldn't even be in business. I don't care how good she is Professionalism starts with attitude. And if you can't hack that you shouldn't be in business. I can only feel sorry for anyone else that might have to go through with what I just did. You live and learn though. Next time I'll take the phone call as a hint and know already what I would be getting myself into and not go in the 1st place read more

I just started going to This salon. I was a bit concerned because of a cI've been using Brittney there and she's very personable really interested in what I want and how I want it done and has done an excellent job for me so far I've been there twice for haircuts and once for a color and actually kind of a difficult color because it was highlights on a job someone else had done six months ago so and that was when we lived in another state so she had to guess colors and the whole 9 yards and it looks flawless so I highly recommend Elkae read more

Once again Leah did a great job. Love Love Love her. She is always so nice and her salon is so clean.

i love the job stephanie did. tried going from brown to blonde again at home and it didn't work. made my hair orange and brassy. after full highlight color correction, stephanie did a great job with the cut and everything. love the final result read more

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Leah always does an amazing job tackling my grays and making my hair look great. Maria also does a great job on my hair. You can't go wrong here read more

Jen did my hair and she did an amazing job!! It costed a little more than it did at other places i went to, but I wanted a change, and she did an amazing job at giving me exactly that!! I went from a box colored mess, to a beautiful ash blonde! Love it!! read more

AMAZING!!! Leah is so talented with color. I constantly get compliments on my hair. The first time she colored my hair I felt like I had finally reached the life achievement of hair perfection. Hahaha The top lair of my hair is bright white/silver which not every colorist is good at, many don't even have experience with it. So when I was looking for a new colorist I was terrified of someone completely ruining my hair (I've heard some horror stories). My hair is incredibly soft when she is done. Absolutely perfect. The staff is great. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. Very pleasant salon atmosphere. :) read more

Leah is a hair genius! I came to her 18 years ago with extremely damaged hair due to the way my original hairdresser was coloring my hair, very old school way of becoming a blonde. My original color was a dark brunette/brown and I am a want-to-be blonde. My hair was literally braking and dry from the over processing. My hair was white not blonde. Leah promised me she could fix it "it may take a little time but I will make your hair healthy, you'll see" She not only kept her promise, I'm not a want-to-be anymore I am a blonde! I can't say enough good things about Leah's knowledge as a hairdresser and as a caring person. If you know Leah then you are a blessed person. I love her the staff and her shop. Treat yourself and go to Elkae Salon you won't be sorry. read more

I was looking for a new salon as i am moving to the area. I wanted a trim and new shag with beachy waves for my anniversary dinner that evening. I should have walked out after the hair wash I received. I could tell that my stylist was a little inexperienced-which I still wanted to give her the benefit of the doubt, but it really felt like she didn't go to beauty school at all. She didn't brush or comb my hair before the shampoo. Barely got my thick hair wet and used the cheapest products-not the Redken products that the salon is selling. I also heard one of the other stylists bad mouth Redken-which I was thinking of purchasing a product, but convinced me otherwise. Then brushed my hair with what looked to be a small maybe travel size bristle brush-which was odd bc in my experience that has never been a tool used. She started cutting my hair-no sectioning just cutting the edges. Definitely no attention to detail. I also asked for just a small trim like an inch-she took 4inches. It also seemed like she never blow dried or styled another persons hair before as my hair was still damp/dirty/had shampoo or conditioner it still. Meanwhile another one of her clients was sitting at the blow dryer and another stylist told her she shouldn't keep the product in her hair that long-so my stylist paused with me (perfectly reasonable) rinsed out the other clients hair and then either googled or asked someone else over text what to do next. She left that client sitting at the sink while she came back to me, which was another 30/40min. I felt bad for that client. Meanwhile, the other 2 stylists carried on conversations with their clients, not a care in the world stepped to the back joked with each other. Clearly my stylist was struggling and inexperienced-for the sake of the salon, why wouldn't the other stylists at least try to help more or something? It was just a bad vibe. I left with my hair feeling dirty and heavy- and poorly curled bc the stylist didn't seem to know how to curl with a straightener. Maybe my hair wasn't taking bc it was dirty and still damp? Not sure , but definitely wouldn't recommend this place. read more

Very Rude and Unprofessional. It is a shame the owner Leah does not care about customer service. Leah actually attempted to make me feel like it was my fault that the hair Stylist "Stephanie" did not show up to work. Leah phoned with with every other word out of her mouth being profanity, verbalizing " Stephanie owed her time, partied too much and had not shown up" I had no idea how to respond or what she wanted me to say. I was disappointed of course, I had the appointment scheduled for two weeks. Leah, called me back stating that she would fit me in and style my hair herself. I was thankful. When I arrived at the salon, the entire time , Leah and who she referred to as "her helper", went on and on very negatively about Stephanie. They openly spoke about other stylists and how Leah had to fire them; that she was going to fire Stephanie. Leah colored my hair, then the "helper", (As Leah referred to her.) performed the actual hair style. The entire time I felt like there was no care or interest in what I was desiring for my hair style. I finally had to tell the "helper" to stop cutting , let me pay so I could get out of there. When I got home and looked in the mirror my hair was so uneven and shorter and looked like a disaster cut by a toddler. I took pictures of myself and sent them to the Leah, the owner. She phoned me and said she felt horrible, asked me if I would come back and she would fix it. I did return on my next day off a few days later. I was surprised that "Stephanie" the one who Leah spoke so horribly about was there, and it was her who was going to fix this horrible hack job that was done to my hair. It was so bad that Leah offered to add extensions in the areas that were cut too short and uneven. Stephanie, worked with my hair along with Leah and eventually they did get it as even as could be done. I am a polite person who does not make a habit of speaking ill about anyone. I stated that I was thankful they fixed my hair, ( while in tears about the occurrence), In addition, I did not want the "helper" to touch my hair again.(Very fair since I was the victim to this horrible hair cut.) I decided not to get the extensions and allow my hair to grow out a bit and then have "Stephanie" style my hair nicely since Leah obviously did not fire her and she was good. Weeks later I scheduled an appointment with Stephanie. I arrived for my appointment, Stephanie was still finishing on another customer. While waiting, Leah was on the phone, very angry with someone, loud and using a lot of profanity. I decided I would wait outside until Stephanie was ready for me. I politely asked how much longer she would be. If she was going to be another 20 minutes or so, I was going to window shop at the nearby stores. If shorter, I would just stay close to be available when she was ready for me. While I was outside, the "helper" who was at the front desk came out and said to me " Stephanie, is not going to see you, no one is going to see you, not after the episode from last time." I was shocked and speechless. This is the woman who completely hacked my hair, who is now being rude to me. ( I paid her out of kindness and even gave her a tip. which I should not have, due to how she made a mess of my hair.) I asked her , " then why was I not told this when I made my appointment with Stephanie?" she replied, " I did not make the appointment." Wow, somehow, I am at fault for her "the helper " hacking my hair and she does not want the hair stylist who fixed it; to style my hair properly. With this type of attitude, eventually it will not matter how good you are; poor customer service and treating people like they are nothing will stop people from returning. Nothing lasts. Obviously, there is something very broken. The person who referred me was so apologetic and said to me, she will never return to "Elke", or refer another person. It is not o.k. to treat a paying customer like they are wrong, when your business is not running smoothly. read more

Best salon and colorist around! Leah always makes me feel welcomed and beautiful!. She is awesome and i won't go anywhere else!

Worst #mistake I ever made and paid over $300.00 and here's #my #story . I needed a #Retape for my #Tape#Hair #Extensions and the #Stylist name is #Jessica. She put in the #Tape#extensions in different directions, close to my #scalp and with a hot flat iron. She was #hurting me when she was putting in the #Tape#Extensions too. When I got home some of the #Tape#Extensions came right #out of my #hair and it's still #coming #out! I #highly #recommend do #NOT have Jessica put in any type of #Hair#Extentions in your #hair she does not have a #clue what she's doing! read more

I've been going to Elkae Salon for years. If you want gorgeous hair go to Leah! I went in today with a picture of the balayage look and I walked out with absolutely gorgeous hair! Leah is a extremely talented professional colorist and hairstylist. Who doesn't want to look and feel 10 years younger.... go to Leah, you deserve it. read more

Jennifer did a great job on my hair. I am very picky and she was extremely patient with me. The atmosphere was relaxing and I liked everything so much I made a standing appointment with Jen every four weeks. You will not be disappointed with Elkae Salon! read more

I have been going to this salon for 3 years now...actually plan my vacation from New York to schedule my hi lights...keratin..and cut with Lia!! She is truly an expert artist!!! read more

Look at other sites. Elkae Salon is excellent. I have been a faithful client for over 10 years. Leah and her team are professional stylists and color specialist. I have seen many people go in with hair ruined from other places and come out with brand new hair looking fantastic. read more

Leah is Amazing, she is a professional who know exactly what she is doing, I have never had such great extensions, my hair looks natural, there is no damage and she undstands placement. If your are looking for a Hair Extension Expert call Leah........Jeannine Schaub read more

It is difficult to trust a stylist that is new to you. As a snowbird who badly needed a cut, I went to Elkae Salon. Rich gave me the best pixie cut ever! Better than my stylist back home who charges twice as much. He really, really listened and checked in with me throughout the cut. I am over the moon about my hair! I just wish I could have talked him into moving up north so he could be my permanent stylist. read more

I don't even know where to begin!! Leah is amazing! I'm very particular about my hair color, and this woman never ceases to amaze me... All I have to do is bring her a photo of the color I would like, and she nails it each and every time. Also, she is very good about not trimming off more than you ask her to. I always get complimented on my hair color ever since I starting going to Leah. She makes me feel awesome!! Did I mention she is super funny?? :) The others who work here are also very friendly. I LOVE this salon! read more

Leah saved my scalp!! My former salon was bad for my hair, the color they would use would burn my scalp, causing my scalp to peel. I explained to Leah my problem and she assured me that her products would not burn my scalp....and IT'S TRUE :) I get complements all the time on my hair color... I would recommend Leah and this salon to everyone! read more