I'm so happy that Jesi Pagan has finally opened her own place - I've been a loyal customer of hers for 6 years, and will not let anyone else touch my hair! (I've personally had her do my cuts, color, keratin treatments and, most recently, a fun purple extension.) Not only is Jesi a very talented stylist who is dedicated to her craft, she is also HONEST about what will make you look good (and more importantly, what won't). Her cuts grow out very nicely, too. The price list at the new salon is reasonable: today's color, cut and blow dry were $75, and I picked up a Paul Mitchell two-pack of shampoo/conditioner for another $20. A full range of services is offered - call Jesi and ask if you have any questions about what and how much.
Hair Changes is located on a busy corner (Harrison Avenue at Frederick Street) in Garfield, NJ, and it seems to be a good location for walk in customers - a mom and her three kids did just that while I was there today. Although it's only been open for business a few days, the salon has a very finished look: bright and sunny, with cool red and black furniture and fittings, comfy chairs, plants, and Dunkin' Donuts coffee pods for the Keurig. If there's any negative point about the new location, it's that there's no dedicated parking. However, Jesi tells me she's working on fixing that, and there is plenty of free (non-metered) street parking in the meantime.
Highly recommended!! read more