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Masa Kanai

4.6 (153 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Services - Masa Kanai

Blowout

Chemical treatment

Color only

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Haircut

Cut and color

Applying hair extensions

Hair extension coloring

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Cheryl N.

The head spa is a game changer! I have dealt with dry scalp for years. I normally rinse my hair with bottled water my scalp is so sensitive. This past year was the worst. None of my usual remedies would work. I heard about the headspa and booked an appointment for a couple of months away. It's pricey, but you put 1/2 down at booking and pay the rest after the service. Ritsuko is amazing, such a calming presence and non-judgy. She has you sniff some essential oils first and then examines your scalp in a microscope. Mine was awful, but Ritsuko worked to clean and clarify my scalp. The treatment was calming and included masks and steam and hand, neck, and shoulder massages. She recommended some Oway products to use in between treatments. My scalp felt so clean after, I wanted to cry cause it was such a relief. I also think clarifying my scalp will make room for new hair growth that was previously blocked by sebum and oil. Obsessed with the head spa. I consider this a necessity now more than a luxury. Enjoy!

Sherry S.

The head spa was absolutely OMG ::winks to their card ref:: it was literally like a quick therapy session and a physical head session and I adore the woman that takes care of you. She's something special. I fell asleep. I'm a mom of two toddlers so I was at a peace and calm and I just let her do her thing. I wish I knew how to spell her name but I don't want to butcher jt. So pretty. I did an hour and it was the best. The blowout was done by (geez I forgot his name) but he did a great job!!! I wish we took pix but I was in the moment. I was given this as a present from the hubs and it was nice to do something that was just for me. I'll def be back! They didn't push products at all but I bought two products bc to me with the service they provided and their kindness. I had too and I know it'll help my scalp and hair.

I did not know what to expect and was completely blown away with a scalp treatment by Ritsuko. She is an angel. Clean, friendly vibe here. The only negative thing is salon noise can be heard from treatment room.

Nancy A.

Go see Jairol if you want a great haircut on the UWS! After years of seeing him hone his skills, he will do right by your hair request. I tend to want a simple cut, but I have loads of hair, and he thins it out, gives great layers and makes it shine. He has worked hard to reach his well-deserved stylist title at the inviting minimalist-designed Japanese salon, with several senior stylists available to jump in for a tweak or two to get that neatly coiffed look.

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The salon is nice in a nice neighborhood. I had an amazing haircut that lasted a good 6 months.

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Head spa is wonderful- I left with my scalp feeling amazing (I have dry scalp) and hair shiny/healthy. Hiroko is brilliant!

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Ask the Community - Masa Kanai

Hello! As an African American women with coarse, kinky curly hair, is your salon able to cater to my type of hair also? I'm in dire need of a scalp treatment which isn't offered at many salons!

Hello, We are glad that you are interested in our Head Spa service! Yes, our Head Spa specialist… Read more

Hi. Does the color treatment (e.g., single process) include a gloss after rinsing out the color to remove tone? Thanks!

Hello! For our color services, the inclusion of a gloss is dependent on if it is necessary to… Read more

Hi, what brand of hair color products do you use? And do you add Olaplex or a similar bond protecting product when you do color services?

Hello! For our color services, we carry Wella, Redken, and Loreal. We do have different bonding and conditioning treatments such as Olaplex that you can add to your service; however, they would be an additional fee. Please visit our website at… Read more

Do you guys offer nail gel extensions?

Hello, Unfortunately, we no longer offer nail services at our salon.

Do you do scalp treatments that prevent hair loss and promote hair growth here? If so how much is it?

Yes! Our Head Spa can help address hair loss and hair thinning concerns. We utilize biodynamic ingredients such as fennel, chamomile, and plant stem cells which help stimulate the follicles to promote new growth while strengthening your existing… Read more

Do you offer/have Wella Demi-Permanent dye?

Hello! We do have Wella demi-permanent color here.

What is the price for acrylics there?

Hello Angel, Unfortunately, we do not offer acrylic nails here. We exclusively perform Japanese… Read more

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Overall everyone is so friendly but from the second you meet Adam, he puts you at ease and is so knowledgable on hair.

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It's a shame that I have to leave a bad review because Carlos was a fantastic massage therapist…read more He is truly a healer. The reason I am leaving not a favorable review is for a couple of reasons: I made appt. with Carlos. I showed up 5 minutes before my appointment, the lights were on in the spa, but no one was there. I called the number of the spa and the owner said let me call Carlos. She said, he was delayed and wouldn't be able to make the appt. I knew this couldn't be true because Carlos is very responsible. Then, the owner said, she had a family emergency which is understandable, but there was no sign on the window saying she had to leave due to a family emergency. Then, she she changed her excuse a third time. I have been going to spas for 30 years and I never had no one showed up. I understand if there was a true emergency, life happens, but this was not the case. She did leave a message to apologize and said she would give me a substantial discount on my next massage. When I called her back, she said she would give me 15% off which I did not think was fair. She said, she would think about offering me a larger discount, but never called me back. I have been a loyal customer and always tipped generously. This is not good business and hence I will never go back there again. Also, be very careful with the woman owner because she tried to charge me for a 1 1/2 hour massage and I only had a 1 hour massage which Carlos had to confirm with her. One more thing, my husband bought me a gift certificate and I lost the gift certificate. I asked if her I could still use it, she said no because she has no record of the gift certificates that were purchased.

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I got the anti aging 90 min facial with Josine. It was great - she did a lot of extractions, which…read moreis what I wanted. My skin is much smoother, softer, brighter and clearer. Josine explained what she was doing and the products she was using the whole time. The microdermabrasion feels so good as it sucks your skin. Josine did one part of my face and showed me the results and it looked as though I had a facelift! My cheeks were much more lifted and my laugh lines were lighter. It's been two weeks since my facial. My skin is extremely smooth and bright. I don't have any breakouts now and my pores are much smaller. I plan to go back more often to keep up my "facelift"

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