FWIW, I've had 20+ blowouts at this Dry Bar location and have only been disappointed with the…read moreblowout itself once. I'm used to waiting at salons. I wish it didn't happen, but it's the nature of a services business. If the wait is under 15m it's fine. Perhaps there could be a way to check in and view wait time through the app to provide more transparency. I bet other business owners at Pike and Rose would love to monetize that 15m wait time and you could earn through ad revenue :) I'm leaving this review for the owner of this location. You have an incredibly talented team who are clearly overworked and underpaid. I don't know what flexibility you have in the franchise model, but you probably have more pricing power than you think. I would happily pay more for my bar fly membership. I am not ok paying a $30 surcharge on top of a $69 blowout when my appointment takes an hour instead of 45m (it has for the years I've used DryBar), there is clear friction between mgmt and staff, and mgmt and customers. I realize it's incredibly tough to run a low margin service business, and empathize as a former retail store manager. But I sincerely hope you'll level up the experience for all stakeholders...FWIW I realize there are similar challenges everywhere but the Georgetown location has figured this out. Just my 2c. Thanks for hearing me out.

I was a loyal customer for years and was a barfly member (their subscription program)…read more At first, I had a good experience. My membership got me 1 blow out per month and most of the people who work there were nice and did good work. Once in a while, I got a stylist that took longer than normal - I figured they were new and it wasn't a big deal for me to wait a little longer for them to finish. I was in and out in under an hour. Then came the fees. At first, they informed me any blowout over an hour was an extra $30. I wasn't worried about it at first because my blowouts were always under an hour, but I started to realize my blowouts were less enjoyable. I started watching the clock and being anxious when a stylist was a little slower. About 6 months later, I was informed the policy changed again and anything over 45 minutes was an extra $30. I cancelled my barfly membership on the spot - what was the point of a membership when they tack on fees? It would be $90 plus tip for a blowout. My regular hair stylist charges me $85 for a cut and blow out and she finishes all of that in under an hour. Also, all of these policy changes were always communicated verbally, and sometimes when you were already getting shampooed. I left voicemails (no one picks up the phone when I call) to discuss my concerns but none were ever returned. I feel bad for the stylists (especially new ones). They are dealing with clients that are likely upset with these ever changing policies and fees. All in all, I realized I wasn't getting a great experience from this business anymore and it was time to call it quits.

Renee was super great! Her customer service was amazing and…read moreher salon was impressive. It was very clean, and nicely decorated. And most importantly I loved my hair when she was done. Thanks again

I went once to Renee at Blow on the Go a year ago and she was amazing. We hit it off so well we…read moreexchanged cards and she hugged me when I left. I am not rich so I alomost always do my own blowdry unless I am going to a special ocassion as I was doing tonight. I made an online appt. I had asked in the notes if she could do rollers but if she couldn't and had emailed, texted or called me, I would ave been ok without rollers. She cancelled it with no explanation less than 24 hours before the appt. I asked via email why it was caancelled. No response. So I called and I didn't recognize the person at the other end of the phone.She said she cancelled because I was rude and promised her to send her people form my hometown in Texas! I had no idea what she was talking about and told her I am from Brooklyn, NY and grew up in the projects. She insisted I was that person. I was so shocked. She went on. about this other person and as I tried to calmly explain she had me confused and there are other people with the same name in this area and she hung up on me. So i texted her my photos hoping she would realize she had me mixed up but she then accused me of being entitled! So my suggestion, if you do decide to go to Renee, take photos of the both of you with her smiling as she was the entire time I was there. Oh and she also said she doesn't like one-time customers so don't go there for a special occasion or a treat once a year. She had more entitled accusations made at me accusing me of being entitled because I requested rollers! I am so disappointed because the person I met was so amazing. Perhaps I also mixed her up with the wrong person. Notice there are no reviews here since 2024.

I cannot rave enough about my visit at Progressions Salon. From the front of house hospitality to…read morethe friendliness and talent of my stylist I was truly blown away. I do not get my hair done more than once every 4 years, but I will certainly be back for a nail appointment before then, and will be recommending this salon to all of my friends. My appointment was at 8am and I was given a generously full cup of hot coffee while I waited for my stylist to settle in. I was given a little tour of the salon and impressed with how much space they have, how modern all the equipment is, and that they even have a kids room! I currently struggle to find time to get my nails done as a mom, and at Progressions I could bring my kid and get some self-love time too. They also have a vegan polish line which fits with my lifestyle. Molly was my stylist and we talked the whole appointment! She is so friendly and I loved getting to know her and sharing some of my life with her. She started by preparing my hair for a hair donation. I found Progressions Salon because they are one of the few businesses that accept hair donations. Molly was able to cut three braided donations off and then pamper me at the hair washing station. Progressions Salon has a chair that massages both your back and your butt during the hair wash and shampoo stage of the appointment. It was the best shampoo experience of my life. After the hair washing Molly gave me a very cute layered bob that complimented my curls. It is hard to find a stylist knowledgeable about cutting curly hair and she nailed it! After the cut she styled my hair and I was set to meet my friends for brunch. I felt so fashion forward and confident with my new cut, and invigorated after such a luxurious experience: Thank you Progressions Salon for my hair cut and I cannot wait for my next visit!

I recently visited Progressions Salon for my 9 AM appointment, and unfortunately, my experience…read morefell short of expectations. Upon arrival, I was informed by my stylist that she had limited experience with my specific hair type. While I appreciated her honesty, her lack of trying to come up with an alternative made me uneasy about the interaction. I inquired about the possibility of consulting another stylist, but the response I received felt dismissive. The stylist suggested I wait while she spoke to the receptionist, who was occupied on the phone. Ultimately, it seemed like no other stylist would be available to assist me at that time based on the response of this stylist. She even did not want me to wait to speak with the receptionist which was very odd. She told me that there was no one and she would explain to the receptionist. I went to walk out and even turned back around because I was going to ask and she questioned what I wanted to ask the receptionist further causing me to feel like this was not a space for me or my natural hair. I found this encounter disappointing. I expected a more accommodating response to my specific hair care needs. I hope that Progressions can address these issues to improve the experience for future clients. As someone who previously heard great things about the salon and the support that they provided to a nonprofit that I am associated with, I expected better.

I'm obsessed with this place!! Stephanie is my favorite, I've moved away from home twice now (for…read morecollege and grad school) and still refuse to get my hair cut or colored anywhere else. I've gotten balayage, highlights, and bright and fun colors, and my hair always looks great! I've been getting compliments on my current haircut for months now!

I got my hair done by Stephanie yesterday. I requested a Balayage and showed a picture of what I…read morewanted. I didn't get what I what wanted. Instead she & her assistant over processed my hair by leaving me sitting and waiting for an hour. I called that evening to speak to Stephanie but no one answered so I left a voicemail. She didn't bother to return my call! Instead she texted me! How unprofessional! I called the next morning and the receptionist told me Stephanie was too busy that's why she didn't call me, which is ridiculous! Your receptionist never contacted me, I called the next morning myself after I saw your text. You have never called my phone nor has the receptionist. I had to call you all. I told the receptionist the assistant didn't follow the 20 mins off and 20 mins on for the haircap. She left me sitting there for about 20 mins before she turned the time on. Put the cap on and set the timer. Followed by taking the cap off and setting the timer again for 20 mins! She also failed to leave me with the toner for an additional 5 minutes like Stephanie told her. She over processed bleach and under processed toner. So my hair looks terrible on the top of my head! I can't even run my finger through my hair not to mention some of my hair strands are white and not blonde!!! Stephanie if your assistant doesn't understand how important processing time is maybe it's time to teach her! I will never return and I don't recommend your Salon! You are very unprofessional! Offering to give me a deep hair treatment will not fix over processed brassy hair! Next time have some sense and call your client back! By the way I paid $440 for my hair! FYI by the way years ago she bargained prices so that's how it use to work Stephanie. I see things have changed! But the quality of service has gone down. The picture you took of my hair was a small shot. You never even sent me the pics which I asked for. You wanted to me to leave. Let's not talk about the choppy haircut you gave me to hide the broken hair. Not taking accountability or even caring for your clients is a terrible way to run your business.

This was my first time experiencing the AEscape robotic massage, and from the moment I arrived, the…read moreexperience exceeded every expectation. The spa itself is very open, bright, and welcoming without feeling overwhelming. The location at the Pike and Rose area is easy to find and already sets the tone, The salon is thoughtfully designed, modern, very clean, and visually stunning. The open layout and lounge areas are especially inviting. Everyone was incredibly friendly, professional, and genuinely kind. I told them that I was a bit nervous about trying the robotic massage for the first time, and both the spa director and her team went out of their way to give me reassurance that it was going to be fine. As for the robotic massage itself, it was incredible! I can honestly say it was one of the best massages I have ever had. Being able to adjust the pressure in real time, guide the focus areas, and enjoyed the entire experience. Everything felt intuitive and precise, and I had to fight the urge to fall asleep because I was so completely relaxed. This was truly a phenomenal experience from start to finish. I would rate it far beyond a perfect score, and I am already looking forward to returning. I will absolutely be bringing friends and family with me in the future to enjoy the wide range of spa services offered. I cannot recommend this place highly enough, as every detail, from the space to the people to the experience itself, was exceptional.

the service sucks no availability they told me to find…read moreanother place rude i will never go here again

I went to Sung Lim for a cut and color recently and was so impressed by his genuine attention to…read moredetail. He is a very rare stylist who thoughtfully curates a hairstyle to each individual and not simply copy/paste the same style. I particularly appreciated that he wasn't afraid to give me recommendations and take me out of my comfort zone without being too pushy. And so glad I trusted him with this recent style! Highly recommend seeing Sung if you want that personalized type of expert experience.

I've gotten my hair cut here for over a year now and always leave happy! Elinor does a fantastic…read morejob and listens to exactly what I'm looking for. The space is also bright and cozy. Highly recommend!

This was my first time getting my hair professionally done at a salon and I couldn't be more than…read morehappier with the results of my dark brown balyage. I recently moved to the DMV from NY for school and decided to go with her salon because I wanted to support a small business and the other reviews were great! Booking the appointment was seamless. Annum was able to accommodate an earlier appointment time for me since I had a scheduled meeting later that afternoon. I visited her almost a month ago on April 6th, 2021 so here is my comprehensive review. My balayage took a little under 1.5 hours to complete. She was very efficient while also ensuring that my hair retained its natural moisture and health. She made sure that she respected my time due to my meeting later that evening. When I returned home, I did notice that the toner didn't take on a small but noticeable section of my hair that was noticeably blonde. I immediately texted Annum to let her know and she squeezed me in the same day to reapply the toner for the area, which was a very quick fix. Not every hair stylist would show this level of dedication to ensure that I had the best experience. After a month, the color has held up beautifully and I've received endless compliments on her work. In terms of parking, there are public parking garages on the same street that are affordable and accessible (~$1.25/hr). Highly recommend booking her, she's very professional, honest, and genuinely takes care of her clients! Support your small businesses and book her!!

Annum is THE person to go for all your hair related needs. I promise you, you won't go anywhere…read moreelse after seeing her. Long story short, I came to Annum after nearly 2 years of not letting anyone touch my hair because of a disaster that left me in tears with shoulder length hair when I was supposed to only get an inch off my super long hair (obvs, this wasn't her who did it). Now I literally only trust Annum to do my hair and recommend her to all my coworkers, friends, and family. Not only is she precise with all her cuts and color, she can also recommend what she thinks will be flattering for you which is especially nice for people who may not come in with inspo pictures. After she brought life back to my sad hair, I trusted her to finally go ahead and give me some color with a balayage. I haven't looked back since then and have only been going lighter with each visit! The best part is that even several months later, my balayage looks fresh and perfect despite my hair growing out. I personally give her creative freedom and trust her with whatever color she thinks is gonna look great on me but you can always bring/show her what you want and she'll recreate it to the best of her abilities! Remember folks, every artist is different and uses different techniques so an exact recreation isn't really possible. She's great at listening to what you want while also protecting your hair from any unnecessary damage and if you aren't happy with it (which I'm sure is rare) she'll fix it! Annum herself is a delight to come in and see. She's always so sweet and sociable - it's always fun to talk to her while she's working her magic on my locks! I appreciate that she has her own private suite in a salon with other artists which does make her hijabi friendly BUT bear in mind that there are men who will walk around as they probably work there too. I have hijabi friends who don't see this as a problem but to each their own. In terms of pricing, I think her rates are very fair especially considering what some other salons (super side-eye to yall) charge for balayages and color services that aren't even close to beauty that she creates. Again, bear in mind that while it isn't cheap - no hair stylist gives you a refund for services already done! Common sense right? Apparently not. Like I said before, if you aren't happy for whatever reason; let her know and she'll fix it. You'll be hard pressed to try and find ANY salon or stylist that'll refund you for any reason. Booking is easy but she does book super fast so make sure you make your appts well in advance! My thick desi hair won't let anyone else touch it so seriously, treat yoself and get your hair blessed by Annum and her magical hands!

I just have to shout out Mimi--my incredible hairstylist and colorist. I don't know what I'd do…read morewithout her. From the moment I sit in her chair, I feel completely taken care of. She really listens to what I want, offers honest guidance. She really understands how to work with my waves and keeps my frizz under control without weighing my hair down--which is not easy. The color and highlights are consistently natural and grow out beautifully, and the cut is so well done that it styles easily at home. Beyond her talent, the experience is just as amazing--professional, warm, and never rushed. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients and her craft. If you're looking for someone who gets it--especially if you have wavy, frizz-prone hair--and delivers every single time, I can't recommend Mimi enough.

I've been going to New Wave Salon for decades, the place is just very pleasant, people are…read morefriendly. Very clean and organized, by the time my hairstylist ( Bella, which I love!) finish cutting and or coloring my hair, the floor is spotless. And if you happen to be there early morning, free breakfast (bagel and cream cheese), and don't forget the unlimited coffee of many kind...tea and iced cold lemon water, little something to make costumers happy and special! Did I mention that every time Bella do her magic to my hair, I get many compliments! She's just the best, I don't have to tell her what I want, I just sit on her chair and sip my coffee. And don't forget the lovely ladies who shampoo and massage your head and behind your neck, it's a treat, and I'm so happy that Elsa is back on Saturdays, she's the best! Come and see New Wave Salon, it is highly recommended! Mildred A.

I have been going to Heather for years and she is still the best! Great experience and always happy…read morewith my cut.

It was time for me to do something with my "bad hair day" today. I booked my appointment with…read moreHeather 2 weeks ago and she was easy to communicate with through text answering some of my questions. She was very professional and pleasant. What I love about her is the fact that she took her time checking my hair, how to achieve the color I want and the haircut I was aiming for. She did a hair test first before applying color all over my hair which all salons should really do first. Then she explained every process and how long will it take. She took her time doing my Color and Keratin treatment. After 4 hours... I so love the end result and will definitely be back.

I spent years looking for a hair stylist that I liked before I finally found Lyn! Whether it's…read morecolor or a hair cut, Lyn always does the best job. I know I can show her a reference photo and she'll do exactly that! I have full trust in her, and have never felt nervous on if i'll end up liking my hair or not. If you're looking for a new hair stylist, you need to book with Lyn. You won't regret it!

I've faithfully followed Barbara throughout her career as a stylist (20+ years now? Geeze.), and…read moreI've gotta say that she always makes me look better than I deserve. Very attentive to the smallest of details, listens carefully to my requests, and is also very free with her own good suggestions. I guess I'm a customer for life. The whole experience at Oxygen is just great -- from the friendly front desk team to the shampoo ladies -- not to mention all the great stylists. Never seen a customer walk out of the place who doesn't look just wonderful.