I love Exhibit Salon! I just got the best haircut from Mags! I feel like a new person! I am autistic and oftentimes things like haircuts are difficult for me but Mags was kind, quick (yet very thorough), and just very profesh all around. I am low-income (living on a Section 8 subsidy in an HPD apartment) so normally I couldn't afford a quality haircut, but I was able to get one thanks to Mags' mutual aide efforts. They're a real one and I will definitely be recommending them to friends! read more

Ok my pics make it a little hard to tell bc of the golden hour lighting but trust me there is a DIFFERENCE. This is my second time going to Jasmine and she is just the best, she knows exactly what to do and blend my roots in so amazingly. Today I just got a tone on my level 9 yellow yellow hair and a smudge root on my harsh regrowth. Jasmine is super professional yet super funny and is super communicative through the whole process so I always feel like my needs are perfectly met and that we're on the same page. Plus she literally gives head scratchies like no other omg heaven when she washes my hair. Plus the salon itself is super cute and retro. all over 10/10 read more

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If you're looking for a welcoming environment, a pleasant conversation and a haircut/dye that you will love than I highly recommend going to this salon. It is worth every penny to go here for the wonderful experience you'll have. When I went in I was unsure of what haircut I wanted to go for and Megan helped talk me through the process, there was not one moment where I felt uncomfortable. This was the first haircut of my life where I loved it off the bat, I feel so confident and on top of that everyone who works at exhibit salon was so kind. You can tell how much they enjoyed their job and that's always something lovely to see. It was a memorable experience and I will most definitely be coming back in the future. A big thank you to Megan and everyone else who works there! read more

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Kristen Bretz is magic. Thanks to my friend who highly recommended her, I made an appointment for 2 weeks later (Call right now! She gets booked up fast!) for their first appointment at 12 noon. I walked into the salon and was blown away by the friendly receptionist and the funky decor. They were so nice! Kristen asked me what I was looking for, and added her own input, and we got to chopping. I love that she listened to me and gave me a cut that flattered my face. I LOVE MY HAIRCUT. It took an hour and change, and I came out a new person. They accept credit cards. Tips are paid in cash. P.S. If you get there too early, go next door to Crema! They have great vanilla lattes. read more

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Nightmare haircut at Exhibit salon by Tracy Vader. She will destroy your hair and then offer you her band stickers to make up for it. I'm now going elsewhere to cut to my shoulders because after 2 years of growing my hair and having photos along with a 10 min consult means absolutely nothing to this "pro". She will not care how bad her work is. I asked for a trim and some layers in the back, how this happened I'll never know. The video was my hair BEFORE her handiwork. I highly recommend letting a toddler cut your hair before seeing Tracy Vader at this salon, she is unfocused, reckless and doesn't listen to your consultation. The salon I'm going to to fix this said they've never seen such a hacked up uneven mess before and sadly there is no way to fix it without cutting more. Very very sad i wasted time and money on a subpar stylist that i trusted. read more

Exhibit : A Salon - Hair Stylists Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Jasmine was an incredible stylist - I got exactly what I wanted and her experience and expertise really shined through with adding in the perfect details to the cut. Overall, this salon is a gem and very much an open, safe space. Can't wait to keep coming back here! read more

Dren was the angel who I trusted to chop off 10 inches of hair and give me a lil French bob, and it was so wonderful! When I got my first haircut by a person other than myself in like 10 years (!! seriously), Dren was the one I trusted, and she listened really closely to my needs and boundaries and fears around cutting my hair, and communicated really beautifully throughout the process. Aside from helping me feel really safe while I was super nervous, we have had great conversations every time I've gotten a service from them. Dren is fun, smart, funny, and open. They've consistently given me easy, cute cuts that wash and wear really well. read more

I highly recommend Lacy .. I received a great cut that dealt with some chaotic hair and returned me to some great bangs. She also introduced me to a great product for some chronic scalp issues I have... very helpful. An energy session was included and it was definitely lovely. The salon itself has a really nice atmosphere, and best of all they are dog friendly and tolerant of my silly 1 year old standard doodle :) read more

I've been here many, many times since moving to the area over a year ago and I love it. It's very easy to book an appointment, either by using their website booking system, calling them, or doing it in person. Everyone at the front is very friendly. The salon is dog friendly too--I am not a dog person, but the dogs here are very sweet and friendly and it's great to play with them while waiting for my stylist! Big plus to the water dispenser, too. I've seen Aggie and Emily here and both are great. If you are looking to get bangs, definitely see one of them. Between cuts, if you need a bang trim, there's no additional cost (I always tip though, for the stylist's time!). Yes, the total cost for a haircut isn't cheap, but you get what you pay for, and I'd rather pay and trust in an experienced professional than get a hack job somewhere else! I have long hair so I'm always wary of getting most of it chopped off accidentally, but that has never been a worry for me here. I trust them 100% with my precious, precious hair. I always get compliments on my hair after a fresh cut, even if it's just to maintain my existing style. I also like the products they use and that they are eco-friendly. read more

I had a great cut and color experience with Jasmine. I highly recommend her if you get nervous at salons, like a stylist who listens, want to make sure you get the haircut and color you asked for, have hair that gives you issues/needs finessing, or even if you are looking for a stylist who can offer fun ideas if you are undecided. read more

Lynette!!!!! Not enough good things can be said! Asks enough questions, very attentive, super friendly has given me 2 incredible haircuts that are exactly what I envisioned. Long layers, perfectly framed around my face, styled to perfection. She knows what she's doing. Fell in love with this salon while living across the street and now it's an hour commute via train and I keep coming back because it's worth it! read more

Exhibit : A Salon - Lynette is amazing - Hair Stylists Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I followed Drenusha from another salon because I simply can't live without them at this point. They always exceed my expectations and leave me feeling so edgy and beautiful! They've been transparent about my hair since day 1, making thoughtful decisions with my texture and hair history in mind. I have natural 3a-3b curls, but wear it straight always and Drenusha knows how to handle it. On top of that their color jobs are incredible!! I've been a spicy Auburn mami for almost a year now and it grows out soooo beautifully. Don't sleep on Drenusha!!! read more

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Lynnie has saved me from hair dismay. She has totally transformed my hair experience and I am so grateful for her. I used to get so scared before I got my haircut -- now I even look forward to it. And not only because she is easy to talk to and a charming person. I genuinely look forward to seeing how she is going to transform my hair. It is crazy to think that a haircut, and trust in a hairdresser, could make such a difference in one's life but holy f*ck this place has saved me from hair disasters and crying over a bad cut. plus there are always dogs running around and you know what calms you down when you are scared of scissors: a fluffy pooch at your feet. best salon in NYC read more

Exhibit is a local salon to where we live and I feel very lucky it is so close by! Every stylist who has styled my hair has been attentive and highly skilled! I am always getting compliments on my hair! One thing which is lovely is that they are always very accommodating if I need a bang trim, which I appreciate. Also Bronwyn who is on reception is great and always so welcoming, as is the wee dog Beans :) Thanks for being so great read more

If you have long hair and are scared of haircuts in general, please see Aggie Kaler. She is incredibly talented and takes her time to make sure every layer is perfect. Everyone at the salon is super nice and there are two cute pups walking around as part of the staff. I love my hair! Thank you, Aggie! read more

Usually, you couldn't pay me enough money to do anything that involves having to take the G train. For Exhibit, I will make an exception. In the two years I've lived in Manhattan, I've bounced around between salons and never really found anything or anyone that I loved. Everything was overpriced and I never walked out feeling thrilled with my cut. Enter: Exhibit and Lynnette the Lady Wizard. First of all, the entire time I was there, one of the stylists had her adorable puppy hanging out. Puppies are always a perk, I'm a sucker for puppies. But four-legged fuzz nuggets aside, Lynnette is the real star of this story. Lynnette was recommended by a friend and she surpassed all my expectations. Girlfriend is the unicorn of hair stylists: friendly, attentive, talented, AND affordable?! I know, I was shocked too. I can be fairly particular about my hair, which is absurdly thick and generally uncooperative, but Lynnette worked her sorcery and I ended up with the perfect cut and some seriously Pinterest-worthy balayage. I will definitely be back. For a cut/color that doesn't break my bank, and a lovely magical goddess with scissors, I guess I can suffer the G train every once in a while. read more

Exhibit : A Salon - Partial balayage by superhuman stylist, Lynnette - Hair Stylists Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Aggie rocks! Thanks so much for a fantastic cut. This woman 100% knows her stuff. I've gotten nothing, but compliments on her recent haircut - from co-workers to my partner. Two weeks later he's still telling me almost daily how much he likes the cut. Thanks so much Aggie your great work. Also, the space is beautiful and the male receptionist is both knowledgeable and fun to talk to. I highly recommend this salon for anyone looking to maintain/make big changes to their look. *note: I took off about 8" of hair read more

Words will not do justice to describe the experience I had getting my hair cut and styled by Jessi. I have always dreaded going to salons when I was due for a cut -- especially when working with a new stylist and you have to introduce yourself + explain your hair needs & concerns + share all of your hair dreams & Inspo pics in less than a minute or two -- ahhh! Jessi offers a free consultation with each new client before their appointment to better understand your natural hair texture, your hair goals, and answer any questions. By the time I got to my appointment, I was completely at ease and felt nothing but excitement. She totally understood what kind of cut I wanted and was incredibly intuitive when it came to working with my specific hair type. She really took the time to explain what she was doing, techniques for styling my hair, products she was using, etc. -- what a contrast to every other salon experience I've ever had feeling rushed out of the stylist's chair so they could get to their next appointment! Needless to say-- my haircut is badass. I never knew I could wear this style, but at the same time, it feels like the hair I was always meant to have! And in addition to Jessi being insanely talented, she's just an all around great human with warm, positive energy. I hope she never stops cutting hair in NYC, because she has forever changed my expectations of going to the salon! read more

Exhibit : A Salon - Haircut - Hair Stylists Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

ATTITUDE!!! I accidentally mixed up my days and didn't manage to give the full 24hr notice and upon receiving my confirmation call (at 8pm- my appointment was supposed to be at 4- rather strange time to call and confirm...) I said I needed to cancel. Oh damn did the male receptionist let me have it! And though I totally understand I unintentionally created an inconvenience, I really don't think potential customers should be spoken to the way he proceeded to speak to me. That would have been my first time to the salon so I am in no way commenting on the stylists performance. Unfortunately now I am scared to go with my name and number because I could get my head bitten off or worse- end up with fried blue hair!!! read more

Reasonable priced hair cut for Brooklyn ($75?), thanks for the wine and amazing hair cut. Will be going back! Lynette is great, listened to what I wanted and gave me feedback on what looks best for my very round facial shape. read more

I have lived in Brooklyn for almost 4.5 years and have had a hard time finding a stylist and colorist who could actually answer what I was looking for. Enter Lynnette from Exhibit A. This woman is AMAZING! I have thick, naturally wavy brown hair with heat damage that is rather hard to tame. Lynn turned my tresses into my dream hair. Lynn did an amazing job on subtle honey/caramel balayage on my light brown hair that looks sun kissed and natural. We also did a Brazilian Blowout and it has completely changed my hair. It feels so soft and I have zero frizz without it being weighed down. Lynnette also does incredible cuts. She was able to give my hair shape and life without it looking outdated. Everyone here is really nice and friendly, too. The receptionist was kind and offered me a beverage as soon as I arrived. The ladies will go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and accommodate your hair requests. I've finally found a stylist/colorist (Lynnette) and a salon I love in Brooklyn. Cannot recommend enough! read more

Exhibit was an excellent experience from the beginning to the end. The receptionist on the phone took her time to discuss with me everything and confirmed that the best thing to do would be a consultation before the actual appointment. I was booked for a consultation with Lynette. And again dealing with the receptionist, Luke was a pleasure. I appreciate it, when you inform me about a possible delete, when you offer me a beer after a long day and a comfy seat with something to read. I went to Exhibit becuse I was kinda "lost" with my hair inspiration and needed some guidance (that moment when your Hair board on Pinterest get´s out of control). I told Lynette that I would like to keep the blonde but that I don´t want to deal with the roots issue any more. Add my natural color (ash blonde) and some fantasy colors (purple) and that I don´t want any golds/browns. I asked for a cut too, to allow my hair to grow healthy and add volume/movement. I couldn´t be happier that I was booked with Lynette. There is something about her that makes you feel very comfortable from the beginning on. She suggested an ombre with my natural hair color on the top, leaving the bright, platinum blonde framing my face and adding some purple on the bottom. She said that she will correct the layers from the last hair stylist and cut off the damaged hair. After the consultation I couldn´t wait to go to the actual appointment! I wasn´t dissapointment. Lynette repeated what we agreed on to do, got the book with hair colors to show me exactly which ones she will mix and from there on I was like: Yup girl, you got it! She cut my hair first while it was still dry (to have more control about the actual length, which is smart), then the blondes coloring. After we dried my hir to check the color ( very reassuring), she decided to bring my ashy blonde a little bit further down and add the fantasy purple. During the waiting time for the color to process everyone in the salon was making sure that I´m good. When I go to hair appointments I like to exchnge funny life stories with my stylist but I don´t need to be entertained the entire time. I´m pretty easy with that. Give me something to drink and something to read and I´m good. While Lynette was washing my hair, she was already saying that it looks awesome. You know that it will be good when your stylist is happy with her work. We dried my hair and I couldn´t believe that it turned out EXACTLY how I wanted it to be. Lynette finished the cut, added some curls and tipps on styling and I was done. The price was the same one she named during the consultation. Now it´s over a week since my appointment and I´m still in love with my hair. The colors hold (there were issues in the past where my hair wouldn´t keep the darker colors), the purple ombre is still vibrant with some lavender tones keeping the blonde shiny. My cut is very easy to style and I´m getting a lot of compliments from a lot of people asking where I got my hir done. I will definitely recommend Exhibit nd I´m very happy to be done with the search for a hair stylist. read more

Exhibit : A Salon - Top left corner before, other 2 after. My purrrrr-ple ombré. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I seem to be the odd one out, but I'm really dissatisfied with the styling of my hair. When I get my haircut, I love knowing I don't have to wash it for a few days bc the styling is so amazing, but that was not the case here, not in the slightest. I went in for a basic trim/wash and dry, and it looks like I dried my hair myself. The woman, Jen, not only parted my hair on the wrong side - even after I told her twice that I wanted it in the opposite direction - but also left a chunk of hair wet at the nape of my neck when she finished (I pointed it out to her). These complaints sound silly in and of themselves, but the end result is just lackluster, blah-looking hair with curls that look like they were created with a curling iron - it doesn't even look like I got my hair done, which you can usually tell after someone's had a hair cut. The cut itself is fine - all my split ends are gone - and Jen is sweet. Everyone there is really nice, in fact, but I am really unhappy with how my hair looks right now, and for $70+, it should look a lot better. I've already decided I'm not going back. Some places just aren't a great fit, I guess. read more

This is probably the first hair cut I've had in a while where I can honestly say, I LOVE IT. I had an appointment with Julie, a new stylist to the salon, and she couldn't have been more accommodating to my needs. She listened to what I wanted, reviewed my inspirational photos, and talked with me how she could incorporate what I liked into a new style. My last stylist took literally about 5 minutes to cut my hair...Julie spent her time precisely and expertly transforming my long locks into a cute shoulder length 'do, that was exactly what I wanted! There was no awkward pauses, cattiness, or the like. She was professional, knowledgeable, and super passionate about what she does. In general, just a really positive and likable human being, and it really makes a difference when I'm biting my nails in my chair, waiting to see the end result. Overall, loved my experience with Julie, LOVED my hair cut, and would definitely come back to see her! read more

I was lucky enough to sit in Alice Shield's chair this past weekend. I had around 6 inches cut, a color correction, and also lightened it up with a Balayage Edge. She took her time and explained each part of the process to me, which really helped to make me feel comfortable. It was a laid back, youthful environment, but still very organized and professional. i did not wait at all for my appointment and everyone continuously checked in with me to make sure I was comfortable. Alice was not pushy, she was thoughtful, and really seemed like she wanted me to be happy with my hair. I am indeed happy and look forward to seeing her again soon! read more

GO SEE LYNNETTE! I adore her. Six months ago my beloved hairdresser, Tara, moved to Austin tx, my friend recommended I check out exhibit. Moving on from a hairdresser is often more dramatic than getting over a significant other, but Lynnette's precision made me know I wanted to be exclusive with her. And it felt like serendipity because she's FROM Austin!!! Usually there are a few days of awkwardness when you get a new cut, but not with her. You step out of there looking BETTER and it grows out nicely. She's also helping me figure out how to manage my dry thick hair, something I've struggled with my whole life. read more

Ashlee always does an amazing job on my platinum hair and as long as I keep up on my appointments I never have any yellowness or bands of different colors. I followed her here from Hair Metal where she took me from Feria red (sorry I used box color, please forgive me!) to blonde without too much of an awkward stage in between. The prices are reasonable, especially for the area, and they do a really good job. read more

My friend reccommended me to go to exhibit salon, I was having a hair emergency, I tried to color it myself out of a box (big mistake) and I needed it fixed. it was a million colors and it needed a lot of TLC. Megan was my stylist, she blended my hair perfectly and it looks amazing!!! She spent a lot of time and is super talented. She rocks!!! I have been getting so many compliments!!! I also highly reccommend Alice as well. She gives the most amazing hair cuts and is a genius with color!!! 5 star service and seriously the most talented stylist under one salon. Highly reccommend!!! read more

Jocelyn is THE BEST. I found her after falling into an Instagram black hole and I'm so glad I did! I brought in a picture of a past cut she did I just had to have and I walked out with exactly what I wanted -- a fun, modern, choppy bob. At the end of the cut she also showed me how to curl my hair with a straightening iron so I can get the soft wavy curls she gave me when I style myself. My friends and family love it and I do too! I'll definitely be back for a cut and I'm going to book her for color as well -- she answered all my color questions while she was doing my cut, so when I'm ready to go purple, she's my gal. The salon was super cute and chill also. Overall, a great experience. Thanks Exhibit and Jocelyn! read more

Exhibit : A Salon - Thanks Jocelyn at Exhibit! Love my short cut! - Hair Stylists Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Gotta give props to Jenn. I hadn't had my hair cut in an embarrassingly long time, mostly because I'm careful about who I trust my hair with. My hair is long, curly, and there's just a lot of it; some people don't know how to handle that. Jenn took off my bitterly-divorced ends and gave my hair fresh new life. I can't stop touching it! It was important to me that my hair look good whether I wear it straight or curly, and she definitely nailed it. The shop is cute, clean, and the staff can't be beat. I will be a regular for sure. read more

I've been going to Exhibit for over a year now. Like most women, I am fussy about who handles my hair, and did a lot of Yelp research before booking an appointment. I have seen 3 different hairstylists, and have been satisfied with each experience. I have seen Alice the most though, and after my last haircut from her I received complements on the street about how it was the perfect haircut for my facial structure. All the women I have worked with are cool, friendly, easy to talk to, and attentive to my haircut wishes. Being an artist myself, I also like that the salon doubles as a mini gallery and caters to creative-types. The only thing I can say as a negative, is that the haircuts are a little expensive for my budget ($70+ before tip) which is why I don't go there more frequently. The stylists do offer free neck trims though, which helps the cut a little last longer. read more

Dren is the best !! you will have so much fun talking with her while she makes all your hair dreams come true !!

I heart Alice. She's an excellent stylist and can do fabulous color, awesome cuts and anything else you need. She's meticulous and creative, which is exactly what you want in a hair stylist. I get tons of compliments whenever she suggests something new, so I know she is usually right! I have curly/wavy hair and she does a dry cut then clean up later, which is the best way to get a good result with my kind of hair in my experience. read more

Moved to NYC over a year ago and was reluctant to try to replace the stylist I left behind in my hometown. After months of salon shopping, I am ecstatic to say that the search is over! I gave Exhibit a shot thanks to its shining reviews here on Yelp, and this adorable little salon certainly lived up to my high standards. It was quiet and cozy, and my stylist Julie was one step ahead of every request I made. My hair is extremely damaged, but Julie turned my brassy blond "don't" into a shimmery, cool platinum 'do and gave me a sleek cut to boot. The girl knows what she's doing! She's hired indefinitely. :) read more

Awesome Job!! Jocelyn is amazing! I suck at deciding what I want for my hair. The color and cut were perfect!! So happy making this my regular salon! read more

Exhibit : A Salon - Hair Stylists Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

LOVE LOVE LOVE! Moved to Brooklyn at the very end of last year and I looked at so many salon reviews not only in BK but also Manhattan. I had an amazing girl back home who worked wonders on my hair so I was very very hesitant. I decided to take a shot here and am SO happy I did. The place itself is adorable and is in the best part of Greenpoint (in my opinion lol) & there's a really great coffee shop right beside it. Everyone is super nice and the decor is incredible as well since they feature up and coming artists along their walls (hence the name Exhibit). To be honest I don't remember too much from the first time I went hair wise but it was good! The second time there I had a different girl do my hair & I fell in love. I was getting a full set of highlights & she suggested bayalage. It was suggested to me the first time and I turned it down but after talking it over we decided to do a half set. AMAZING! Truly! My hair grows out so much nicer now and it doesn't look like I desperately need to go to the salon to get a touch up the second my roots start showing. The downside is for a half set and a cut it is VERY expensive compared to foils. We're talking upwards of 300 bucks. I know to some people that isn't a lot, but compared to foils, it was pretty shocking for me lol especially since it was just a half! Regardless of the price I will always come back here! I even have my next appointment this Monday! read more

I've had some bad experiences that left me very distrustful of letting people cut my hair, so when I found Kristen at Hair Metal and she eventually moved to Exhibit, I hunted her down and moved right along with her! The salon is small and quiet which adds to the relaxing experience, and Kristen is always very patient and creative when it comes to my hair. I'm one of those annoying clients that come in and don't know what they want to do with their hair, and she'll take a long look, ask me what I'm comfortable with chopping off, and get right to it! She uses a razor on mine, which gives me the edge that I prefer, and she has a good sense of people's personalities and style. I've never been dissatisfied with one of her cuts. She's great to chat with, really cool and laid back, and will talk to me about styling and products without the condescending attitude that some professionals will take. Like most people, I can only afford to go to the salon so often (and wish I could go more!), but her cuts last me for several months. I recommend her to all my friends, and I wouldn't even think about using anyone else. read more

I followed the amazing, incomparable Jenn from her days at Hair Metal to her most recent post at Exhibit. I have average hair, and am not tremendously experimental with my locks looks, but Jenn always leaves me looking and feeling like a million bucks. Jenn is a dream stylist: easy to talk to, on-time, and difficult to get an appointment with because it seems like everyone books with her. Despite my leaning towards less edgy haircuts, Jenn's Instagram account (http://instagram.com/JENNYTHUNDERS) is filled to the brim with photographs of her incredible work, ranging from color to styling to cuts and more, not to mention her rockstar adventures around the globe AND the greatest pup to ever roam the earth, Leroy. I've truly never trusted anyone more with my hair than her. The salon itself is easy to find, tucked into the Williamsburg/Greenpoint border. It's small, quiet, and always playing the best music. The other stylists are friendly & chatty but attentive to what they're doing, which leads to the overall familial atmosphere that is so important to me when choosing a salon. I've also found the prices to be around NYC average, but you're definitely getting your money's worth. I hope to be a client for a long, long time! read more

I've been going here for about a year now and don't have a bad thing to say about it. Kristen is fantastic--she does a great cut and color. I have thick yet fine hair and she does a great job taming it. I've been coloring my hair for years but have gotten more compliments since going to her than with any other stylist. It's small but cute shop, and everyone is friendly. The ambiance is really relaxed. And compared to many NYC hair salons, Exhibit has reasonable prices and it's relatively easy to schedule appointments. Not to mention free bang trims for return customers! read more

I've gone to Julie twice so far - for cut and color on separate occasions. After a year of dissatisfaction with my current cut (and 2 stylists), Julie finally got me out of suburban mom zone with what should have been a cute pixie cut from the get. My old cut took 30 minutes to style to get it to look decent and that would be lost as soon as I got outside. Julie got it immediately and we agreed that whatever the cut, it should be easy. She did her magic and it's the best cut I've had in years. I can style it in many different ways including doing nothing at all to it and it still looks fresh. Additionally, I'm starting to grow it out and the cut is allowing me to do that without that dreaded mid stage. Brilliant. She's just one of those hard to find stylists that just gets hair - it seems intuitive to her. So relieved and excited to have a partner in crime for my hair going forward. read more