I'm sure Heba will post the before and after photos she sent me but I visited Heba on Saturday and got the Deva Curl Cut. I know absolutely nothing about hair and let her know I was just starting my hair care journey so when I got into her salon she was able to steer me in the right direction of where I needed to be. Off the bat - she is a by text ONLY appointment based small business. I was a little scared about this at first because I've never sought services in this way but this totally paid off! When you book your appointment she lets you know her policies. When you park on the street she is located inside of Salon JC and I definitely recommend logging onto the wifi before you enter her specific salon! It's a cute one person salon room that felt very intimate but not suffocating. It's nicely lit by natural lighting as she has a nice big window on her side of the salon. My hair was extremely dead as you can see from the first picture but the second one is my natural hair after the cut. My hair based off of my length and thickness was $170 w/o tip and I don't regret a penny. I would definitely come back to her for future services that I need! Thank you Heba :) read more

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Heba is a curly hair pro! She knew exactly how and what to cut while listening to my concerns. Gave excellent haircare advice. will definitely be going back for all of my haircuts! read more

Don't think twice book with Heba immediately. I love that when I first came to see her she asked me for a photo of my hair so she could give me accurate pricing and an accurate amount of time that would be needed for my highlights. Something else that I truly admire is that she doesn't overlap bookings! So it's just you and her she's not working between you and another person. It's very personal. She's so kind and so funny and she is the best diva specialist I've ever been to. And I've been to plenty across the country. she's so knowledgeable. And the products that she recommends have seriously transformed my curls and I'm never going back. read more

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Heba's haircut is one of the best I've ever received for my thick curly hair. She's a true expert at the Deva cut process, gave clear instructions for me to wash my hair in advance. The cut took about an hour and her prices are good for this type of service and her over 20 years of experience. This was my first appointment with her, and I will be back. She was straightforward and easy to schedule with by text. read more

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I had a wonderful experience at HEBA's Studio! Not only was she wonderful to talk to, she also did a great job with my curls! Her studio is pleasant and clean. We spent a lot of time walking through how I can improve my hair care routine. As you can see, I left the studio with hair that looked 100% better! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Such a difficult time just trying to schedule an appointment, seems like a scam. Couldn't tell me any real prices for a regular curly hair cut either. read more

Heba was very kind, knowledgeable, and did an amazing job! She was very communicative and transparent with pricing. I wasn't sure about what I really needed but knew I wanted to take off a good amount of length, and Heba walked me through everything and unlocked a new level of curl I didn't know I had!! She was so thorough and took all the time she needed which I really appreciated. And so sweet and nice to talk to! Thank you Heba!!! read more

Heba is the first person to cut my hair and do exactly what I requested without arguing with me. I only wanted a trim and it was exactly that. She is very comfortable with curly hair so she didn't fumble or get overwhelmed when combing and separating my hair to apply color. She took her time but was also very efficient. I was extremely pleased with the services she rendered and would highly recommend. read more

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Heba's cuts and colors are AMAZING! I get compliments on my hair daily...even after 2 months. Heba's known for her curly Deva Cuts but she also worked magic turning my waves and curls into the straight blond I'd always dreamed off. Heba is worth every penny every time! read more

I came across Heba (@heba_raia) on Instagram and while I was a little apprehensive of trusting someone through photos to cut my hair, I couldn't have went with a better choice. She was very detail oriented and provided plenty of education on how to properly care for my curly hair. Not only was she very professional, but also friendly as well. If you are looking for someone who will take their time and pay attention to YOUR individual curls, Heba's studio is the place to go! I look forward to continuing my hair care journey with her. read more

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Heba is a magician! I love her deva dry cut - my curls have never looked better. I have fine wavy hair and used to struggle to keep my hair curly. But she really is in an expert in how to take care of curls and my hair now has never looked better. Before I found Heba I had highlights from a salon that left my hair damaged and orange. In just on appointment she completely fixed my highlights and gave me the color I'd been hoping for. I can't say enough wonderful things about Heba! She is so talented. read more

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It is so scary trusting someone with your curls especially when you have ptsd like I do, but Heba did such a great job. If you're looking for a curly cut look no further. She's very professional and transparent and I'll be coming here again. Thanks Heba. read more

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Deva Cut - I can honestly say that Heba gave me the BEST hair cut I've ever had! She responded to my text requesting an appointment immediately and was able to see me the following day. Heba explained everything she was doing throughout the process and gave me excellent product and styling tips. She is truly a curly hair expert! She's friendly and fun to chat with too. I could not have been more pleased with the whole experience. read more

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I have type 4 Afro textured hair and Heba did a great job! I got a shampoo, condition, trim and wash'n go. She was very gentile with my hair. No snatching! She took her time but still took only 2 hours. I hadn't gotten a trim in 1 1/2 years, but she didn't take off too much. My wash'n go was looking full and rich when I left. The prices are pretty high and she has only takes cash, so come prepared. You'll also need extra for street parking or parking garage. read more

Summary: Not what I asked for, very poor result I had wavy/curly hair, medium density hair that fell a little below the shoulders. I went to Heba to get it cut a little shorter and have some layers added. I asked for my hair to fall a little below the chin when dry (that is, taking shrinkage into account). Unfortunately, my hair ended up far shorter than I asked for. Frankly, my hair is ruined. After Heba cut, styled, and dried it it's falling above the bottom of my earlobe, at least 2 inches shorter than what we had discussed. My hair also doesn't have a very tight curl, so most of the curl is gone now that it's so short. I'm sure I could have tried to communicate my wants better, but I thought we were on the same page. Maybe when I said "chin" she thought I meant "jaw", but it's still falling well above the highest part of my jawline. She started cutting in the back, so unfortunately I didn't realize the extent of the miscommunication until it was too late. Ultimately Heba was very nice, but I'm very unhappy with my haircut. I look like a guy now. I know it's just hair and that it will grow back, but this was not a good experience. I hadn't gotten my hair cut professionally in years because the last time I did it was cut way too short by someone who didn't understand curly hair, so for a similar experience to happen again is upsetting. If you choose this salon I'd recommend you have a very lengthy discussion of your desired results and bring lots of sample pictures to prevent such drastic misunderstandings. The attached picture shows my hair immediately after my appointment with Heba. read more

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Heba is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She has been cutting my hair for several years now and I won't go anywhere else. I have very thick curly hair and it is so hard to find someone that knows how to do the Deva cut well. Just because you go to the training doesn't make you a pro. Heba is a PRO!! I have left salons bawling my eyes out after a bad cut but never again. You curly girls out there know what I'm talking about. Heba's cute little one-man salon is in a very convenient location with ample parking. She is very welcoming and friendly and will go above and beyond to make you happy. She has been a stylist for many years and is very knowledgeable on curly hair, among many other types. I even text her with hair questions or product advice. Not a lot of stylists out there will give you that kind of time. She is truly one in a million! read more

Pros: initially, we had good conversation during the appointment and it was cool. But that changed at the end. Cons: she used a lot of gel and mousse in my hair which left it crusty and nasty so that didn't feel good. I didn't like how the appointment ended. I had no service in her studio, so I was unable to pay. I left my pursue and car keys with her, I said I'll go outside in order to get wifi and send her the payment. When I returned, she already had someone in the chair and my stuff was on the side, so I grabbed my stuff and left. My main issue with this is that I wanted to ask about how she decided to charge me, but since she was already on to the next customer, I just left. Since my hair was crusty bc of all the gel, I told myself to wash my hair myself, style it my way, and then decide how I felt about the haircut. My main point is this: I would absolutely NOT recommend this stylist for anyone that doesn't have super curly hair. She 10000% charged me a wrong rate that did not reflect my hair type at all (and I will show the pics of exactly what I mean). Before I made an appointment, she quoted me a rate of $85 - $140 DEPENDing on hair length, texture, density etc. My hair isn't (far from) 4c/ super curly hair. She charged me $140. I should have questioned it before I paid it and left the salon, and that's my mistake. But she absolutely took advantage of me. Never again. I texted her and asked about how she decided t charge (I'll show the texts) and she never answered my question, which essentially proves my point: that she absolutely took advantage of me. Long story short: I initially paid $162 (included tip) for the haircut. When I asked her how she decided to charge me $140, she never answered my question and refunded $40 to me. I would have preferred an honest hair stylist. I was more than willing to pay and tip accordingly. My search continues ! read more

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This review in in response to my friends comment (Mennah - see below) and Heba's response. Hello, I am the client from her post - I am sad to see your response Heba and did feel obligated to comment for future people interested, because I feel as if looking at your photos made me think I was going to get the best hair/repair ever - but its not what I wanted at all. My friend (view Mennah's review) is not wrong, I did leave the salon mid appointment with an unfinished color job and diffused hair because she had another "doctor" client whos been going to her for over 10 years... which I feel like the client would have understood if she has been with her for that long vs. asking a new client to come back. I was out of state and only visiting for the weekend, I had to come back to get my hair at least one color. She suggested that I could either leave the salon with "toner in your hair and then wash it out yourself" or "come back after, but i will charge you and wont blow-dry you, because I am tired" ... I then suggested that I could wait until she foils her other clients hair and then as she is processing, she could fix what else had to be done. She said there isn't enough space for 3 people and she it would be hard to move around from client to client. So, I had no choice but to come back 3 hours later. I also offered to come the next morning to complete the job but she still refused to blow dry my hair because she has other appointments. And she did tell me that if I wanted to come back later in the day then she will charge me an additional price for more toner and for a blowout (which I thought was in the total price I paid for...lol). Before I left the first time, she asked for the full payment of the services performed (haircut and color, even thought it wasn't done) and I really didn't feel comfortable with it as well. My friend did argument with her because I don't like confrontation and also I did not want her to purposefully ruin my hair... she took out foils at one point and I was like "WTF why?!?", so I tried to deescalate the situation as much as possible. I was actually terrified of her messing it up. In regards to Heba's comments, there was not a scene because my friend (who was standing in the hallway) actually left the salon after some words in Arabic were exchanged between them - and come to find out later that it was a very disrespectful saying. Also, I am not sure how "damaged" my hair could have been because I had only balayaged it once, 10 months ago, and it grew out mostly. And for the other grown out/damaged pieces she did cut the hair, but also I wasn't able to fully see the cut and color properly until I left the salon. In terms of haircut... yes my haircut looked great when it was curled/diffused (the first time) and Heba kindly did blow-dry my hair straight after the second visit, thank you for that - I know you had a long day. However, when I saw what it looked like after it was blown-out, both the color and the hairstyle was NOT what I wanted. I have attached photos of when I left the first time (photo 1/2 are when I left the first time - diffused hair) and (photo 3,4,5 are with red streaks in my hair after she "fixed it"). I typically do a middle part and she suggested I do a side part because it looks better so I did and when I went back to part in the middle, there is so much unevenness and its all in the front , which looks so bad that I need to always pin them back/ making me look like a child (last photo). Overall, besides the argument, fear and not getting what I wanted/was promised. I did enjoy my time with Heba as she is an easy to talk to hairstylist. I enjoyed our conversations and appreciate you as a person and for blow drying my hair at the end. However, sadly I don't think I will come back as a client after witnessing 1, my hair and 2, your response to my friend (Mennah's comment below). read more

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A wonderful cut and highlights experience! She listens and really tries to give you what you want. Very much recommend. She's also a very nice person. read more

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Heba gave me the best haircut I ever had. She also gave me lots of tips for keeping my curls healthy and bouncy. I highly recommend her.

if you are looking for a hair dresser who is very talented with color and highlights, go to Heba! She is amazing with color combos and blending. She can also work you into her schedule quickly, she is on time, very friendly, and rates are reasonable. I've been with her for 5 years for cut and partial/full highlights and am always very impressed each time!! She is also very Covid safe and wears a mask the entire time. - Lauren Grawert read more

Service pricing is entirely arbitrary, and assessed AFTER service is rendered, locking you in.

I am so excited to find not only a Hijabi friendly studio to get my hair cut/colored but also someone who knows how to work with curly hair! I hadn't cut my hair in 4 years and I was so happy with the work Heba did. My cut is perfect and the highlights gorgeous. Looking forward to my next appointment read more

I inquired about my daughter getting her hair cut and colored. owner asked us to come in for a consult. Set up an appointment I assumed it was to cut and color her hair. When my daughter called to ask me to venmo her since she doesn't take credit cards the total was $145 I assumed this was for the cut and the color. My daughter told me no she just cut my hair so I texted the owner about the cost and she told me it was $145 to cut my daughters hair. Her prices start and $85 and go up. she has no prices online. she took advantage of my 14 yr old going in alone without me. I can't go places im temporarily bedbound, my kids are super mature and respectful so they go and get their hair cut and do shopping etc on their own. I've never had anyone take advantage of our situation like this. the haircut is a cute haircut but her ethics not so cute. read more

Heba is AMAZING. She asked me a lot of questions to determine what I wanted. I was unsure of what I was requesting and yet she was patient, listened and asked a lot questions. She took the time to show me examples to make sure she understood what my vision was. She also educated me so in the future I know what to ask for. The final results were exactly what I envisioned. Not only is she an AMAZING hairdresser but has a beautiful heart. Super sweet and genuine person. I found her after a lot of online research. I 100% trust and recommend her. Finding a hair colorist / dresser that is also familiar with curly hair is one in million. read more

I am so glad that I trusted Heba with my first haircut since the pandemic started! I've also never had a haircut specifically for curly hair before so was very excited to get one. Heba took excellent care of me and my hair and I left her salon chair feeling and looking fabulous! Will absolutely be back for my next trim. read more

Heba gave me the shag haircut of my dreams! My curls look better than ever and I feel great! Definitely recommend her if you have curly hair! read more

My curly hair looks amazing after my first cut with Heba. I appreciated that she really took time to understand what my routine is and what I wanted my hair to look like, (my appointment was almost 2 hours and never was rushed). My hair looks the best it ever has! Her prices are steep but in line with Arlington prices. I think it's worth it to get a great cut and leave feeling fabulous. read more

AVOID!!! Disrespectful, racist , rude!!! Wouldn't go to her even if it was free! Absolutely UNPROFESSIONAL hair stylist. Sent my friend home mid appointment with an unfinished color job and wet hair. Told her to come back hours later because she had another client. We come back, and she wants to charge her more money because she had to use more toner?! for her unfinished job. And then refused to blow dry her hair because she was tired and had to go home. My friend offered to come the next morning for her to complete the job but she still refused to blow dry her hair because she has other appointments. Raised her voice at me and argued so disrespectfully saying it's completely normal for clients to be asked to return. And on top of that charges way over market price and what she feels like charging. "Fixed" the color sloppily for TWO more hours and sent her home with wet hair yet again, unless she paid another $40 for a blow dry. Lastly, she attacked me for being Egyptian American and not knowing a word she used in Arabic, which ended up being an insult. read more

When I went in to see Heba, my hair was dry and brittle causing all the curl to fall out and become a wavy mess. Heba worked her magic and I walked out of her studio was luscious and beautiful bouncing curls. She walked me through the steps to take to style it and recommended great products. I'll forever be thankful for her work and how amazing she is at what she does. I'll definitely be back in 3 months for another cut and some color. Heba is very friendly and kind, we carried on great conversations through the time I was there. I 110% recommend seeing Heba if you have curly hair and want some life back into your curls. read more

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I've been going to Heba for over a year now. I'm so glad I found a curly hair expert in the Arlington area! She is so talented. I'm always happy with my hair (cut and highlights) when I leave her salon! She is able to blend my highlights in a way that makes them look very natural, which is exactly what I wanted. Heba makes it easy to schedule appointments. She is also super personable, and I look forward to getting my hair done every time. She also has an Instagram where she posts different styles she has done, which is awesome. I've lived in several different cities, and Heba has been my favorite hair stylist by far! read more

As a customer of deva curl salons for 10 years, this was not a good experience. I am new to the area and decided to try Heba, as she has so many good reviews. I was shocked by what happened. She used redkin shampoo, after I specifically asked her about the deva 3-step process prior to my visit. When questioned at the salon she stated she needs to see the color rinse out of my hair. I left with frizzy undefined curls. My hair looks better after I do it using the correct process. In summary, if you're used to a deva curl experience this is not it!! Wondering if the other reviews are from first time customers to deva?? Please note, I texted Heba prior to this post to ask why she didn't do what I wanted and she did not respond read more

I have frizzy/wavy hair that I have been blow drying and straightening all my life. When the pandemic started, I tried to go curly. It's been a struggle...until I met Heba. I decided to give her a try after seeing her before and after photos. Not only did I get an amazing cut, I also learned quite a bit about how to style and care for my hair. I appreciated the appointment reminder and directions on how to prepare for my first visit. She took her time cutting and styling my hair. With the right cut, styling techniques, and products, my hair is actually curly! I've already made my follow up appointment. read more

I love the individual studios which gives privacy for clients. She was friendly and easily flowed in conversations. I was going for a dramatic change and wanted to chop my hair off so i can have a lighter feel, she definitely took that into consideration and gave me what I wanted! I love the shape and she does work her magic. I am looking forward to my next year's chop! read more

I've been seeing Heba since 2015 for my blonde hair care needs! Our routine: highlight & cuts the ends. I use no heat or do no styling (hair is wet in pics). I see her about twice a year since I'm on the other side of town. She listens to my needs, what I like and we do that and she is WONDERFUL!!! She is my hair-therapy! I feel better about myself after she does my hair. Thanks Heba :-) read more

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Heba did a great job cutting my hair and gave me the literal best haircut of my LIFE! She really took her time with my hair and gave it more shape and definition than I've ever had. She definitely knows what she's doing and I have fine curly 2b hair and I now can shower and let my hair air dry without any product, aside from a little hair oil once it's dry. I used to have to pile on products to prevent it from frizzing out of control. The cut was more than I've ever paid for a haircut but I can tell that I won't need another one for a long time, and I will save so much time and stress without having to attempt to style my hair! I've switched to the curly girl method for the better part of a year and this was the icing on the cake! read more

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I just visited Heba's Studio yesterday and I can't tell you how happy I am with the curly cut and color. I have very thick, dry, coarse, curly hair that is quite challenging and Heba did an excellent job. She really listens to her clients and gets a good understanding of your routine and lifestyle and then make very practical suggestions to adapt your routine. I've looked far and wide in the DMV area and Heba is a treasure! read more

Heba is great! Not only is she friendly and just a lovely person, but she completely fixed my damaged hair. I am a curly girl that was in denial for a long time, and Heba gave me a great haircut that got my hair bouncing and behaving. Plus she gave me some good tips on how to keep my hair healthy and looking good. Definitely recommend her! read more

I am extremely picky about hair stylists and have been searching forever to find someone in the DMV area who does amazing curly cuts and color and finally found her! Her name is Heba and you should absolutely 100% book your curly cut and coloring services with her. I have wavy hair that loses its shape super easily and always come out of her salon feeling like a curly goddess. She is also hilarious and kind and I always enjoy my visits to her, and that's coming from someone who spent years not wanting to go get my hair done because I didn't feel like socializing during my appointments. HEBA PLEASE NEVER LEAVE NOVA! read more

Heba has been coloring and cutting my hair for 1.5 years, and always does an amazing job. My first visit to her was shortly after a stylist from another salon massacred my hair. She took my hair from choppy and butchered to long and healthy, and has given me beautiful dark coloring. She's incredibly friendly and outgoing, making appointments something to look forward to. I would recommend her services to anyone, from those with curly hair to those with fine, straight hair like me! read more