where to begin.. after years of not having hair that will grow past my shoulders, and envying girls on the street and magazines with long, shiny locks i decided it was time to do something about it! i invested in hair extensions from another salon..i had the length all right, but i was feeling more "ursula sea witch" than bombshell. the extensions itself were great but my stylist advised my the pin straight SUPER long look was what i should stick with. i was feeling pretty heavy hearted about my investment my hair just hung, long yes...but lifeless and a bit stringy. WOULD I EVER BE HAPPY WITH MY HAIR? i decided to go to Maximus because i had a good experience years earlier. i was told my lady no longer worked there. the ( as i would later find out) AMAZING woman that greeted me was patient as i hesitantly explained to her i wasnt particularly happy and asked if she had experience dealing with extensions. she assured me she did, and had me with her honest comment about my "greasy wet" looking hair. (in a charming way i might add) this was from the handfuls of oil i was rubbing in to keep my extensions soft.. I liked her honesty, TRACY, that is and decided what the heck. i didn't even know what i was envisioning but i knew i needed something. Tracy precisely cut, layered, blew dry and straightened to perfection. I almost shed a tear because i FINALLY had the hair i lusted after for so many years! The haircut and style is incredible, but to add to the experience Tracy is a ball of fun energy, she had me in fits of laughter. A perfectionist in a good way and truly fun to work with! she didn't even laugh when i shed a small tear of joy or flinch when i hugged her (may have been a bit out of line:) so, i felt compelled to write my first review for someone who TRULY deserves it. i left with a smile on my face and a bounce in my step...call it a coincidence but i even was randomly told i "looked lovely" Needless to say I recommend Tracy for anyone looking to have their hair transformed and confidence bossted and if you are looking for a laugh! thanks again tracy. Brianne Crowe- vancouver read more

Haircut? I had hunted around the city just to find out a good hair dresser. I found myself becoming a geek with so much information on websites. Seriously? All I wanted is just to find a good hair salon. I've also noticed that I was getting confused. I started to look for others' opinions offline. My sister walked into the room one day as I was ready to shoot a question. "Hey! do you know any good hair salon?" She nodded her head with her mouth full of some kind of ice creams... Sigh~~ sisters.. Maximus Hair Studio was introduced to me! Hmm~ How easy was that? just asking my sister after all I spent so much time. I've also discovered that my sister is loyal for 5 years. One question came into my mind. "Why she has never commented anything about Maximus?" I'd also ask. She said she is lazy and has never done it... Sigh~~ sisters.. Ok I would do it! just because I love comments. Sorry about my intro! sort of too long! Hothaha My whole point above is that I became a loyal customer too. Every time I go, I come home happy and people around me give me great compliments. Isn't that all that matters after haircut? Hothaha I would like to point out my personal reasons why I continuously stay with Maximus Customer service has always been amazing besides all the drinks provided. I love talking to hair dressers there including mine. OMG~such a great listener and talker~! Sometimes it's a relaxing moment and most of times it's fun to talk while absolutely looking at the progress in my head. My hair dresser picks up well what I want with my hair even at the first time when I was there too. I can alway see and feel the passion in my head that my hair dresser puts on. Hmm.. I am thinking of my new hair style for next visit tonight. Hothaha read more

If you are as vain as I am, a good haircut is hard to find, and once you find a hairdresser or a salon that you can really trust, you remain a returning patron to their services. I was a faithful client to my best friend's wife for many years, until he was unfaithful to her, and I lost her in the divorce. After that, Ray often coiffed me at the hotel, in his home, and even made haircut-party house-calls (until he died of a heart attack having just way too much fun. (RIP Ray-Man...) Since then, I have been to numerous different salons, rarely returning to the previous place again, and have usually done the walk of shame home. head hung, wearing my baseball cap or fedora disgruntled and dissatisfied. Today was the 2nd time I visited Maximus Hair Studio. I am doing some extra work on a tv show tomorrow, and long-gone are those days when they sit you down in the hair & makeup trailer to primp you up. While walking down Davie St., I saw their sign for a $20 special. How could I lose? It'll always grow back (for now). I did get a great cut there last time from Susan last month and we shared some mutual funny stories of living in Korea. A positive atmosphere and everybody there was very friendly and accommodating. Although Susan wasn't working today, I lucked out getting sat down in P.J.'s chair. He is a consummate professional who really took his time and listened to my finicky specifications. He even trimmed that funny hair in my eyebrows. I walked out of there happy, confident, and camera-ready and I'm feeling like a million bucks. Thanks Maximus & team for making me feel special, and so much better about myself- inside and out. read more

First let me say that I have not written an online review before but my experience at Maximus with Tracy was so good that I thought I should share that with others who are looking for a good hair stylist and colourist in Vancouver. I was uncertain as to where to go next for a cut, which was badly needed as my hair was growing out from previous not so great haircuts. I started looking online and thought I would check to see if there was anyone in the West End neighbourhood I could try. When I saw the reviews for Maximus on Yelp I decided I may as well give it a try since I couldn't come out looking worse! I was a bit nervous though. You know how it is when you have had a few unhappy hair experiences. I have been to many hair stylists in Vancouver, including high end salons, and Tracy is by far the best one I have seen. I only wish I had discovered her years earlier. She gave me an amazing cut and highlights. She took the time to talk to me about my hair and to discuss what would be good options. She listened, she made suggestions, and ultimately gave me a fantastic style that looks good and that I hardly even have to do anything to. It is versatile and easy to care for. Depending on what I do, I have 3-4 different styles with one haircut. I found her to be very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. She really knows what she is doing. Her experience and great eye for knowing what would work and look best along with her technical skills make her in my opinion the best stylist I have gone to in years, if not ever. All that locally and for a reasonable price in a low key friendly salon! read more

I've been going to Maximus Hair Salon for about seven years now. I always get my hair cut by Max. I have a receding hair line and require a specific cut which allows me to make the most of the hair I have. Max understood and nailed it the first time and I haven't gone anywhere else since. Over the years I've gotten to know Max quite well and can honestly say I don't know anyone who brings such passion, integrity and quality to their business. Max and his employees always strive to make my visit a pleasant experience, taking the time to massage my scalp during a hair wash, offering me a hot towel and a refreshing facial massage, and always offering me coffee, tea or another beverage. Max himself is genuinely concerned with offering the best possible service to his customers. Max and his employees are also helpful and fun and I always leave feeling better than when I arrived. I've also visited Max at his Coal Harbour studio and enjoyed the hospitality there as well. I would recommend anyone try Maximus Hair Salon for a pleasant and professional experience. Did I mention that Max still charges me the same price as the first haircut I got there seven years ago? Thanks Max. read more

When I first moved to West End, I was so sorry that my actual hair dresser was in North Van and I didn't want to travel there each time. I had a problematic hair and was very fussy about cuts and colors. I tried Maximus just because it was close to my home !!! But how I have been treated by Maximus and especially how my hair has been treated was un-be-lie-va-ble.. I have been an actor and TV host in my hometown Istanbul and was very "spoiled" when it came to my hair's look. I can only say this salon is definitely the salon to the stars and funnily doesn't have the "star-like" price range. Max is a humble, knowledgeable and very artistic person, who knows how to create styles which match the heads and the personalities of his clients. Now , even if I move from West End , I am afraid I will have to take the ride to Maximus for the sake of my hair and my experience !! I can only recommend every one before that guy becomes a star !! himself and asks for astronomic prices which he might definitely deserve :)) read more

I have been going to Maximus for years and wouldn't go anywhere else. I have had the same hair goddess (Tracy) for almost 20 years and I have NEVER had a bad haircut or color/highlights. I constantly get stopped when I'm out with people asking where I get my hair done. Even when my hair grows out, it still looks good and has shape and my roots are camoflauged. The atmosphere @ Maximus is great. The staff is friendly, always smiling and in a good mood. My husband and kids even get their haircut there and the experience is great everytime and the haircuts are honestly to perfection. They're not just hair gods/goddesses, they really are hair artists and you are their walking portrait. Anyhow, if you're looking for a new hair studio, this is the place to go. The prices are great, and you'll come out looking like and feeling great. The location is wonderful as well. Lots of places to eat, shop and just people watch. read more

I happened by Maximus Hair Studio in Coal Harbour quite by chance. I had been looking for someone locally to tackle my very fussy fourteen year old son's hair, when low and behold, I caught site of this for-guys-only salon. After much debate, I convinced my son to give it a try. He loved every minute of it! He was treated to a 20 minute scalp massage, a beverage of his choice, chocolate, and what turned out to be THE BEST HAIRCUT HE HAS EVER GOTTEN!! Maximus took the time and care to listen to his needs, develop the perfect precision "swoosh," and speak to him about maintaining his new-found style. My son was so pleased with the result that he stated emphatically after we left that he "will never go to anyone else but Max!" What a break through and a treat! The five-star rating is well deserved. Thank you, Maximus! From Maria and Luke read more

It has always been a challenge for me to find a hairdresser I return to time and time again. My hair is cut five inches shorter when I ask for only one inch off, or my hair is made too shaggy, or simply not to my liking. But Max is an entirely different story. He is a hairdresser who respect your own personal sense of style and tends to your hair as though it were his own. He also offers helpful advice and hair style suggestions. At long last, I can walk out of a salon with no regrets, brimming with confidence from a hair style that suits me. Besides being a very skilled, professional hairdresser, Max is also very friendly and a pleasure to talk to. He can make anyone feel welcome at his salon with his sense of humor. So now I don't need to worry about my hair anymore and I would definately recommend Maximus to my friends. read more

There are hundreds of places to get an okay haircut in this city. There are dozens of places to get a good haircut or style in this city. There are a few great places. Then there are the handfuls which can make you feel as if the world stopped, and you are the only thing in existence. Maximus Hair is one of those places. Six years I have been going to Max (yes there is a Max), and no one else touches my hair. Well ... that have been a couple of times when I needed a cut and Max was on Vacation or I was on vacation ... and then I spend weeks wearing a hat. Tell him you want to look like a movie star, or he will tell you. And he does it. No one else touches my hair. Period. And I always leave feeling like a star ... until reality kicks in and I realize I'm not. But he makes me look like one. read more

The service is amazing~ came in and was immediatley greeted by everyone and helped quickly. It was my first time here and I must say it was great! I've always had terrible experiences with hairdressers and will admit I was a little nervous at first, especially being a walk-in. Kim helped wash away any of that, she was fantastic~ I love my hair, it feels and looks great and I'm thankful for the advice she gave me. She's such a sweetie and it was almost like she could read my mind when I was explaining to her how I wanted my hair (I'm terrible at speaking to people so that really helped). Next time I'm in the area I'll definitely be stopping by again for another cut~ My one and only complaint is that they don't have enough people writing reviews~ these guys are great! read more

Fantastic! What else can I say?!! I've been to many hair salons and this is the the best by far. It has a great atmosphere and the staff are extremely friendly. I felt realy at ease and comfortable while there. The owner Max is very charming. He is so kind and sweet,. He offered to get me water, tea, coffee, and wanted to know what he could do to make me more comfortable. I was cold so he got out a space heater for me. I had my hair done by Tracy and the lady is a genius. I've never had a better experience with a cut and colour. She is such a perfectionist and really entertaining. She had me laughing it up a few times. I just can't say enough about this place. I will DEFINITELY be back and will be a loyal customer for as long as I have hair to be done. read more

I had just arrived in Vancouver for a vacation and was faced with trying to find a stylist I could trust. I am very particular about my hair and rarely try new stylists. I spotted the Maximus Hair Studio when walking by. It looked very modern and inviting, so I went in and chatted with Edgar and he listened attentively to how I wanted my hair coloured and cut and I made an appointment with Edgar for the next day. I am writing this review because he did such an amazing job on both the colour and cut that if I lived here he would definitely be my stylist. Now I'm faced with finding someone at home who will do as good a job. Have no fear, by all means book an appointment with Edgar at Maximus. You will be very pleased with the results. read more

I've tried many salons since I moved to Vancouver 5 years ago and Maximus is the one I keep returning to! I love the international combination of stylists with each one of them adding their very own & authentic flair to the atmosphere and service; and I love how it's a real buzzing neighborhood place! Recently, I had my hair and make-up done by Fabiola - see profile picture, and I loved it! Also, in the past, I've had hair cuts by various stylists, and every time I walked out happily - even when I took some brave hair decisions (might have been the wine I was offered when I had to wait...) I think, Maximus offers really great and authentic service, does a thorough job so that you walk out happy! read more

I found this place by using yelp (it is useful to look at "filtered" reviews as well.) I was a bit concerned about getting my haircut downtown because of the prices. I am really glad I did as I needed a new regular hair stylist. Max is pleasant to speak with, professional, and, best of all, gives a great hair cut. (He'll offer you a tea as well). I had my hair done on Mar 18 but am only writing now b/c I wanted to make sure the cut lasted. I liked my cut right away (I don't usually), and it is working great for me. Easy to style, fits my face, is everything I asked for. And it was only $40. My hair is medium length and wavy. I would not hesitate to recommend Maximus and I will return. read more

Amazing! I have never had a better hair cut in my life. I dropped in for the first time after walking by for years as I always thought that it was going to be too expensive because of the stylish look/feel of the salon but saw a new promotion outside & decided to give it a try. Max himself cut my hair & he was professional in every aspect & took the time to learn about what I like & discussed different options with me. End of the day I came out with the best hair cut I have ever had & received many compliments on my hair (something that doesn't usually happen often for me lol). Maximus Hair Salon just earned a new customer for life, thanks Max ~ Graham read more

if you have coarse straight thick asian hair as I do you need to pay maximus hair studio a visit . pj is my go to guy and I have seen him at least 6 times in the last 2 years. he is a professional and I am lucky to have found him ! He has been the only hair stylist I have found in a long time who has b een able to manage my type of hair while keeping it nice and long but clean. And he does it consistently every time. He is worth every cent. I am positive he can work his magic on any type of hair but for those asian ladies out there that have trouble getting a cut that doesn't make you're hair look flat n square, go to maximus hair salon read more

I don't usually write reviews on here but I am so happy with my hair! I've been to many salons in vancouver and would always leave unsatisfied with the results.. Especially after leaving a HUGE dent in my wallet :( I came in on a Monday afternoon and Kim was very cheery and pleasant to have as my hairdresser. I explained to her that I've had my hair this brassy tone in my hair for over a year and couldn't get it out! She put many highlights in my hair and applied an ashy tone as a base colour. The end result was phenomenal. And the price was decent too :) Thank you Kim!!! Maximus is one of the best Salons I've been to!! read more

I was so scared to try a new place. My hairdresser moved away and I didn't know where to go. I went to Maximus because it was right around the corner from where I live. Tracy did my hair and she did a great job. It looked just as I wanted it to. She was super nice and when I said could u make it shorter here or here she totally listened to what I was saying and explained what she was doing. I'm going to go back I think I found my new salon and the price is super great! Only $40 for a cut so awesome when everyone around with a hairdresser with the amount of experience tracy has is $90. Go there and ask for tracy!! read more