This is the rudest I've ever been treated by ANY salon in my 70 years. Rude, confrontational, and a jerk. I would bet his high rating is skewed by friends and relatives. I would never use him again! read more

Had my hair cut and colored by Kevin Gallagher. My situation was challenging. I had a lot of grey hair and the grey was clashing with my red-brown hair. I didn't want to cover the grey up because I felt it looked pretty. So Kevin ended up accentuating the grey and coloring over the red-brown hair with a beautiful cool brown/black. The end result looks stunning and natural with my face framed by silver hair which blends in harmoniously with the brown/black. Thank you Kevin for making me fall in love with my hair again. read more

Kevin is an amazing professional. He knows hair and did a great job informing me of my growth pattern and the best length for my hair. He helped me go through a major style change and I am loving it. I highly recommend Kevin and G2 Salon. read more

Kevin is amazing!!! I got the Japzilian and haircut and he was extremely thorough. I'm very picky with my hair and he takes pride in making your hair goals happen. He's also fun to talk to. read more

G2 Salon - Japzilian - Hair Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I enthusiastically recommend this Salon, both Kevin and Matt are experienced and off the charts highly skilled stylists. I have thick, part curly frizzy & greying hair. I've been to at least a hundred salons on the east and west coasts so when I find a place that has this level of talent, I believe I should share my experiences with others. My hair has been challenging to many stylists, I've had my fair share of awful cuts and coloring, and Matt was able to turn an absolutely horrific cut where I looked like I took garden shears to hack off random pieces of hair in the dark -- I wish I was exaggerating the horror but I'm downplaying it. I left with an adorable style that I would have picked had I thought my hair would cooperate, it did! and I have a cool summer cut. I will also be doing a Brazilian blow out ( one of Kevin's specialties) This will be the cherry on top of my cut and beautiful balayage. My hair will defy it's genetics and become sleek and inexplicably manageable You will not experience any product purchasing pressure, but if you need recommendations or are interested in product solutions you will receive advice based on solid knowledge and experience. The salon itself is warm, welcoming and professionally managed with user friendly options to call or make online appts. G2 Salon is a gem! read more

I made an appointment online, confirmed it, and I got a confirmation text but when I showed up there was no one there? Lights off, doors locked. I tried to call the number but all I got was a voicemail. Luckily I was able to get an afternoon appointment somewhere else. read more

As many have said, Kevin as amazing. Definitely worth a trip into town. I have stubborn curly/frizzy hair and his Japanese straightening/Brazilian blowout combo gets it pin straight and smooth as silk. I've gone to many salons around the country and haven't found anyone better. Plus, he's fun to chat with :) read more

Kevin is THE Absolute BEST! You can never go wrong with someone who is so passionate about his work and who is so utterly kind and caring towards his clients. My new hair is so COOL that I get fanfare on a daily basis. His Brazilian Blowout was life changing! Give it up for Kevin Gallagher. Making hair great again!!! read more

Kevin is an absolute doll, 100% authentic, and committed to your happiness - with your hair and your life. He has a wonderful energy, soul, and dedication to his craft. If you are new or have had straightening before, he will help you make the best choice for your hair and will make the time fly by in his working (aka living) space. This is not a quick process, nor should it be, and he will help you get the best result. You get what you pay for when it comes to hair, and life, and this is not a service where you want to cut corners. Thank you Kevin, for sharing your passion and amazing skills! read more

G2 Salon - Long hair don't care (because now it will do itself!) #japzillian - Hair Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

So I just moved here but previously I had been in the area and Jason cut my hair so naturally I made an appointment when I got to Portland and he did not disappoint at all!!! I am in love with my hair!! Jason knows how to please and I'm hooked! Super cute place at that! read more

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I recently saw Kevin for my first Brazilian Blowout. He was meticulous; I went in with frizzy curls and walked out with smooth straight hair. I have never been able to wear my hair down because it took an hour to dry and was frizzy and huge within an hour, now it takes ten minutes and looks amazing for days. I just cannot say enough about the kind and thorough person Kevin is! I was grateful for his time and expertise. Also, as a mom the time I'm saving is amazing worth it's weighth in gold! I wish I had found Kevin years ago! read more

Jason is a scissor wizard! He came highly recommended after a discount shop butchered my gorgeous locks. Jason definitely rescued the savagery! He gave me a celebrity-worthy, cutting edge style using his expert skills, experience and artistic creativity. Very grateful to have found him, ima new client for life! read more

Kevin is a hair GOD! I had very thick, curly hair and I wanted it straight. I did my research to make sure I knew what I was doing. Even after all the research, I was still a little afraid. But I should not have been. Kevin took care of me like no hair stylist has done it before. We agreed to do the Japanese Thermal Straightening and the Brazilian blowout together because of my hair type. The process is long and expensive, but I would do it ALL OVER again. Kevin is very funny, fast and knowledgeable about both processes. The results were unbelievable! I have no more curls and my hair looks soooooooooo natural & healthy (it does not look like I had it straightened). It has movement and it is sooooooo shinning! Every where I go people compliment my hair and the person to thank is Kevin! From now on he is my hair stylist. read more

G2 Salon - Hair Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Had my first Brazilian blowout and am in awe! Seems too good to be true. Had my first wash and my hair is actually still straight. When I think of 20 years of curls with a mind of their own and hundreds on blowouts and hair products, the cost more than pays for itself. Kevin makes the process painless and easy. He's also highly knowledgeable and cares about healthy hair which I really appreciate! I've had other stylists from trendy salons dye away without any real recommendations. Not Kevin-he's a true professional! Also he does an amazing job on color too! read more

G2 Salon - Before photo - Hair Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Gina is awful! I had a terrible terrible experience with the keratin treatment she did on my hair. I was 30 minutes late for my appointment due to bad traffic and had told her ahead of time and out of respect I skipped the color service and only opted for the treatment so I wouldn't keep her for longer than she had initially planned. She kept complaining when I got there saying my hair was too thick and she wasn't planning on spending so much time on me as she had to go for the other job. What the hell?!??!!! That should've been my first cue!! Nevertheless, I ended up doing the treatment only for it to wash away in less than 3 days. She also kept cutting my bangs the wrong way and would not listen. when I called in 3 days about the quality of my hair, she started yelling at me saying my hair is "not magically" going to get perfect. I mean, excuse me???!!????? I have never regretted paying so much money for such shitty work!!! For the price she charges and the minimal quality of her work, the least she could have is a decent sense of customer service. But she doesn't!! The owner of this salon did not even bother to respond to my calls or my emails!!! Save your money and save your dignity and AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS!!! read more

Edit 6/26/16: The owner, Kevin, called me after I posted this review to let me know how sorry he was that this happened, that he had never received my email, and all the stylists are self employed, renting space from him. He did offer to give me another treatment, which I declined because my hair is finally returning to normal, 2 months post treatment. Original review: The smoothing treatment by Gina ruined my hair. I purchased the Groupon with Gina after I called to make sure it would work for my fine hair that gets frizzy in humidity. She assured me it would and told me to do my color first. The smoothing treatment stripped the color from my hair, made my hair limp and greasy looking so that I had to start washing it daily, and gave me a ton of split ends. I contacted Gina who flat out refused to do anything to try to help me. She didn't even want me to send her pictures of my hair. She even suggested that I try to get a refund from Groupon, for a service that she rendered. I also sent an email to the salon owner, but he neglected to respond at all. I contacted the manufacturer of the solution, Keratherapy, who have been great, sent me free products to try try and make up for it. The manufacturer said that #1 based on my before pic they wouldn't have recommended the treatment for my texture of hair at all, and #2 the color was stripped because the iron was either too hot for my texture or she made too many passes with it. They have been trying to contact Gina to discuss what went wrong, but that has come to nothing. I understand that things happen sometimes with chemical treatments, but the lack of customer service that I received from this salon in beautiful downtown Portland was appalling. read more

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As I've recently started coloring my hair darker, I've been wanting to try eyebrow tinting, but have been nervous to do it. Mandy did not disappoint! I waited to grow out my brows so I could get a nice wax too & she was excellent at giving them shape & definition. I will definitely be back! read more

G2 Salon - Eyebrow makeover by Mandy! - Hair Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Kevin is seriously so AMAZING!!! He literally gave me the best haircut of my life!!!! I recently was ripped off and given a terrible haircut that needed to be fixed and he listened to my wants and concerns and was so sweet! He is the absolute best so if you're looking for the best, go to Kevin. read more

I just had my hair cut by Carla, today...I navigated through the online booking system (which is very easy to use), but couldn't find an availability until Thursday, so I figured I'd call to see if it was possible to get squeezed in for a same-day. I'm so glad I did as Carla picked up and squeezed me in right away during my lunch break! She was so friendly and carefully listened to my hair concerns (I have a massive amount of stick-straight hair) and I asked for her suggestions. She offered a great solution to the cutting technique so that I could avoid looking like a blunt kabuki brush...She agreed with me that layers wouldn't be the best option as I rarely have the time to sit and put some waves/texture on the ends (otherwise, I end up looking like a shaggy mess). My hair turned out fantastic! The hair products she used smell amazing and the whole experience was like an aromatherapy session! I will definitely be back in a few months! :) read more

Looking for a fun salon experience while getting the hair of your dreams? Then visit G2! Kevin is a wonderful stylist who's also an absolute joy to be around. He turned my lion's mane into pure straight silk. Kevin has great attention to detail and gave my worn-out hair the TLC it needs. His prices are very reasonable, especially for big processes like Japanese hair straightening and Brazilian Blowout. I will never go anywhere else! read more

G2 Salon - Thanks for turning my lion's mane into pure silk, Kevin! - Hair Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I got a Japzillion from Kevin in October 2016 and my hair looked amazing for a full year (by then it had grown out, so the lack of amazingness was from growth, NOT lack of service quality). It was so wonderful to have maintenance-free hair for the first time in my life. read more

Wonderful salon! Been going here for a while and always happy with my cut. Very versatile and able to try new styles, and a great sense of what would work for me. Fantastic atmosphere as well, nice building with a modern space. Recommended! read more

G2 Salon - New cut. - Hair Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Love, love Kevin. From my long curly cut and color to consistently great cuts for the husband, you can't go wrong here. Product recommendations are spot on and my hair hasn't ever been this healthy. read more

If you have ever even thought about getting your hair permanently straightened Kevin is the man to see. First off getting my hair permanently straightened was the best investment I could have made, it is costly but it is worth every penny. I can now wake up in the morning, shower and do nothing to my hair and it will still look amazing. This is the best feeling, its low maintenance, always looks good and keeps hair healthy. I naturally have wavy hair but it is unruly and often times frizzy and unpredictable if left unstyled. My morning routine used to consist of blow drying my hair, and then straightening it- every morning. This was terrible for my hair and took forever. Since getting my hair permanently straightened my whole morning routine takes 30 min! It is worth every penny. Kevin (the owner) is a great stylist but also an awesome person, you can tell he enjoys taking care of his clients and making sure they are satisfied. I was hesitant to invest so much money into my hair but Kevin walked me through the process and did a fabulous job. Pros: -Your hair will be healthier because there is no need for styling tools -Your hair routine will take far less effort -minimizes morning stress -Your hair will consistently be amazingly straight. -You will look damn fine! Cons: -It is costly ($600+ depending on your hair type) - The whole process takes about 5+ hours (but Kevin is fun to talk to so the time flies by) read more

If you're looking for japanese straightening or brazilian keratin treatment this is the place to go! Kevin is the best, he does a combination of the two he calls the "Japzilian" and it is the best straightening I've ever gotten. My hair's always smooth and shiny and straight when I leave the salon and last looking great with minimal effort for months. I have very thick and curly/frizzy hair and I've been to a number of places in the area but now that I've found Kevin I can totally tell the difference in the quality of his work and I won't be going anywhere else. read more

Kevin has done wonders for my wife's hair. She is so happy with his attention to detail and the fact she has beautiful hair again thanks to the blow out process he does. Plus his shop is beautiful and provides free parking. She has really thick curly hair that used to take over an hour to dry and style after a visit with Kevin she is ready to go in ten minutes. Kevin is a miracle worker. Plus his shop has a great facial person, Mandy, who does an amazing facial and cleared up my skin issues in two visits. Kevin and Mandy are the best. read more

Kevin is the most amazing hairstylist! I have thick unruly hair thats difficult to deal with and he just transforms it into this beautiful masterpiece , he's a true talent ! read more

This salon is near my office, so on a whim I scheduled an appt online. SO GLAD I DID. Carla was fabulous!!!! She listened to what I was thinking and then gave me a haircut based off of what I wanted...only wayyyy better. She is now officially 'my stylist' and I hope she's okay with that. :) read more

I asked for an appointment. She said book online. I asked if I could see the tariff card. She said look online.

Jason gave me the best haircut I've had in years, not to mention is also an amazing person, and I enjoyed every second in his chair. I had no idea what I wanted out of my haircut and he asked me questions and figured out what would work best for me. I've gotten more compliments on my hair than I ever have before. Thank you, Jason. read more

I have been going to Kevin for 3+ years. The haircuts are consistently great, he listens to what you want. I think he wins the prize for color highligts too. I am 69 so I surely don't want the color to be white or gray, and yet not yellow or gold. His highlights are perfect, soft, warm and the color is natural. read more

Hair cutter, Jason, was explicitly asked, multiple times, to keep it full and do just a very light trim, but instead ignored the request and gave me a military short cut. The worst experience in having my hair cut in 40 years. Has not taken responsibility, and so just does not seem to care. Never, ever again. read more

I'm so glad I discovered G squared and Kevin. He's patient, always positive, and incredibly talented. I have fine curly hair like a toddler and only a couple of people have ever been able to cut it so it looks good. Kevin makes it look perfect every time. He thinks about the big picture and gives me expert tips so I can keep my hair happy, healthy and stylish in the long term. He's also an absolute dear and has the best flowing blonde locks you've ever seen- a walking advertisement for haircuts! read more

I got the Japanese Thermal Straightening/ Keratin combo. Kevin did an AMAZING job and was super accommodating! I would definitely recommend. My hair still looks great two months later. read more

Jason is beyond amazing. I just had my first visit to this salon and I cannot express enough how clean, professional, and talented he and the salon were. They clearly take pride and Jason works magic. I walked out on air! read more

Abby did the best haircut!! Compliments from everyone who sees me!! She is awesome!

I had a thermal conditioning treatment done by Kevin today. He did an amazing job, paying attention to every little detail to make my hair absolutely wonderful. What a nice person he is to. I was reluctant going to a salon that I hadn't been to before but had read a review that Kevin is a hair god so I went and am so very glad I did. I love my hair (finally). read more