David styled my granddaughter's long straight hair for tonight's prom. Before he started, she showed him a photo of how she wanted her hair to look and told him that it's difficult for curls to last in her hair, especially when it's humid (as it is today after all the recent rain). His treatment was just hair spray, curling iron, and more hair spray. She is very disappointed. The curls were already relaxing by noon just one hour after styling. He did not use any texturizing spray or mousse, and did not pin the curls. What he did for her in the salon, we could have done for her at home. I recommended this salon to her based on Yelp reviews, so I am disappointed that this had to be her very first professional salon experience. Needless to say, we are not returning nor recommending Metamorphosis Hair to anyone. read more

10/10 experience. Donald listened to every detail and delivered exactly what I wanted actually better. My hair has volume, shape, and movement again. I absolutely love it and will 100% be back!! read more

One of the smartest things I've ever done was calling Mark Trub at Metamorphosis in 1979. Since that day he has given me 100's of excellent haircuts, colors, and there was a day when I even loved getting perms. He is such a pleasant, fun, kind person, and no one knows more about hair than Mark. Five stars isn't nearly enough. Thank you, Mark! read more

Great highlights and cut. This place is very welcoming! Loved the experience. The whole team is great. Chill atmosphere, its definitely not a corporate kind of feel. I will definitely be recommending this place if you want highlights !! read more

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I've been going to Mark for 40 years. He's a genius at what he does, be it perms, coloring, or high and low lights. Only once did I go elsewhere as I needed a cut quickly, a decision I regret!! Mark is very professional and friendly. I highly recommend him. read more

Lira has been my go-to hair person since last year after never having a "hair person" before. Lira knows what would look good on you and will provide you with the best recommendation for color, style, and cut. She is very knowledgeable and experienced on a variety of hair types including my curly hair. She understands how to mix colors and provide a gorgeous outcome. She is also very patient and skilled at styling hair, so you leave feeling beautiful. I highly recommend Lira and suggest you meet with her for your hair. read more

Great vibrant color service and biow out with hair stylist Lira! She welcomed me. While I was there it was the owner's birthday and the whole place sang. Nice cozy feeling. She matched my red and I left feeling fabulous! Thanks again! See you next time! read more

I highly recommend Donald Trub at Metamorphosis. He has been coloring and cutting my hair for years and I've always been pleased with his results. The Salon is clean and all of the stylists are very friendly and accommodating. read more

I just moved here and in all honesty can be picky with my hairdressers. Donald was really nice, and really knew what he was doing. I'm a dark brunette going platinum, and it's been awhile since I got my hair done. So he made sure to start with a safe process on my hair, to get my hair back on track, get to know how my hair reacts and processes. He made sure to pick the right process, toning and conditioning for the Texas weather and sun (summers coming up!), and based on how I style my hair. It came out looking great and I feel super confident in Donald. I know he'll take good care of my hair and me. Feel like a new girl again! Thanks Donald! read more

I love this salon! And if you go you have to get your hair done by Donald. I have been getting my hair highlighted for about 6 years now and he's by far the best. He always does the job perfectly per what I asked for and sometimes even better than what I was imagining! I've never had a bad experience here and trust me I have had them in the past! At other salons I've had dye jobs that were too yellow or way to platinum. Here I've never been disappointed! The owner is very nice and the whole atmosphere is a very fun and welcoming. You won't be disappointed if you go! read more

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Bottom line: Do NOT get your hair done by owner Mark Traub at this salon! I should have heeded the bad Yelp reviews I read about this salon before I went but a friend had recommended him so I gave him my business. However, there are plenty of great hairdressers in Austin who understand the importance and value of customer service and respecting clients and their time far better than the folks at Meta. I just had to fire owner Mark after all the grief he gave me a couple of weeks ago. First, he scheduled me for a haircut only (I've ALWAYS done a combo cut AND color) and was almost an hour late for my 1st scheduled appt. He didn't apologize for wasting my time, just offered to let me come back one week later for color. How inconvenient. I should have blown him off then, but I came back a second time for color because my roots were bad and I had a party to go to. At my 2nd hair appointment in one wk, Mark asked me to blow dry my own hair while he colored another client's hair (WTH?? - I've NEVER had that happen at any other salon). He also took a cigarette break without even bothering to wash his hands just prior to styling my hair (can you say, "Cigs REEK?"). Then he charged me $35 MORE than his usual rate I've always paid for a cut/color. This was truly a surreal ongoing series of bad experiences I shall NOT repeat. I hope no one else goes through what I did at Metamorphosis Salon. Life is too short to put up with discourteous hairdressers who overcharge! read more

I moved to Austin in June from Dallas and was just going to keep going back to Dallas for my hair appointment and then my hairdresser was killed. I was having a really hard time finding someone else to take her place. I called Metamorphosis and talked to Donald and he assured me he would listen to what I wanted and make sure I was satisfied. Donald is amazing, he's done my hair twice now since July and I can't imagine going to anyone else!I highly recommend him! Thanks Donald! read more

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I've been seeing Mark for nearly 5 years. He's the type of experienced stylist that just knows how to make you look your best. You won't get a super trendy yet unflattering high-fashion cut here; nor will he give you something old-fashioned- you'll just look beautiful. He doesn't need a lot of direction. And the price is righteous. His shop is not snooty or upscale, there's not an overdressed receptionist and a giant wall of retail products to push at you. He's kind and entertaining. I feel perfectly comfortable there. I ALWAYS get compliments after I get my hair done. I refuse to entertain the idea of going to another stylist. Mark is My Man. read more

Erin nailed it with her review. Comfortable, down to earth, decent prices, experienced professionals. I come out with my hair looking so good, I have to go out! I have really long hair and Mark does a bang up job and he gives you easy styling tips that really help with maintenance. read more

Don't get Abby unless you just need a cut. She messed up my highlight; used way too much bleach but still managed to leave orange and yellow patches. She also bleached over the already bleached part instead of just doing the roots. So my hair is straw and tangles so much I can't comb through it. I did however like my haircut. The next week when I went in (for a scheduled appointment) to try and fix the color, she got frustrated with me, refused to fix my hair. She told me she would never do my hair again, grabbed her purse, stormed out and slammed the door. The manager then tried to fix the orange. Really bad experience. Now, a few weeks later, I am going to someone who has done my hair in the past to get the bleached part cut off. Yes, I have to get my hair layered which I really didn't want to do. An extra $40 to attempt to fix Abby's work. And have spent $100 bucks on conditioners, so, the money I saved by going to Abby has more than gone down the drain. Sorry to write a bad review, especially about an individual, but in my entire life, she was the rudest and that's a fact. P.S. Do remember , the cut was great, so if that's all you need and you're near West Lake/Beecave Rd., you might give her a try. read more

I'm actually really surprised by the negative feedback. I can't review the other stylists but Mark is the most knowledgeable and most professional stylist I have been to in the last couple of years and has always exceeded my expectations, offering great styling tips as well. I find it a bit pricey but you get what you pay for, for sure. I enjoy Mark's quirky sense of humor...which, it seems the people who don't know him, and haven't actually met him, mistake for rudeness. He actually is a really nice person and good conversationalist. read more

I have lived in Austin for 6 years and FINALLY I have found my salon and my stylist! It took way too long time to discover Mark and his incredible talent. After living in Palm Beach, FL, New York City and Newport Beach, CA and all over the world...I have been very accustomed to the highest level of hair design read more

I am so happy with my hair! I moved to Austin a few days ago and I am a blonde so I needed to touchup my roots. Went to a first place which darkened my roots instead of making them lighter and I had to go in the next week for her to fix it. The second place I went tried to fix that with an Ash color which made me look like grey-green hair and finally I found Donald Trub!! He color corrected my hair and fixed it back to that original golden blonde I had before. He also eliminated from my hair a visible line that was caused by the first salon in the middle of my head! He took the time to carefully watch the hair develop the color and make sure that it wasn't over processing. He was attentive and explained every process in a clear concise way which I could understand what he was doing and made me feel confident in the process. He also made sure that my hair was washed and conditioned properly so that my hair didn't come up rough after all the correction process. I love the end result and am so relieved I finally found my stylist. Next day at work, the girls were raving about the color and it made me feel prettier and sexier than ever! Thank you, Donald, for such an amazing job! I'll definitely be back and I recommend him blindly to anyone. read more

I bought a Groupon and finally found the perfect stylists for me! Don does such a great job with color and cut! The normal prices are unbeatable. read more

To start with, I am a terrible customer because I don't get my hair cut enough. Then, when I want it cut, I want it NOW. Also, I don't care all that much being generally of the opinion that it will grow back--it's hair, right?! This has led me to jump around to different salons and hair dressers over the last 15 years I've lived in Austin. This brings me to Mark. There's a specific look/cut I was trying for. Let's call it a Sigourney Weaver cut. I went and saw Mark. He was entertaining, professional, AND he gave me his version of my Sigourney look, which was way better than I went in hoping for. So, Mark gets me. I have now been a return customer several times and will continue to see Mark. He always regales me with stories and educates me on the many things I do incorrectly with my hair when left to my own devices. He. Is. Awesome. read more

Tell all your friends Metamorphsis Hair Company is the best!!!! I am so happy and grateful I found this place. It's the very best place to get your hair done in Bee Caves. Mark, the owner, did a fantastic job on my hair. I let my hair grow and was afraid to get it cut but Mark eased all my fears. Not only did he shape and style my hair but he took the time to show me how to do it at home. He was extremely professional and fun.He really knows how to do hair. I LOVE my new haircut. It looks stylish and fresh....and the best part he only cut want I wanted. I recommend this salon to anyone that wants a great hairdo! read more

Becky does amazing work, the shop has a large free parking lot. Becky doesn't sandwich in people and make you wait. Shop is clean, neat and friendly service. There are 6 beauticians and nice 80's music playing. There are restaurants close by as well! The atmosphere is nice and pleasant! Becky is my favorite but plenty of great people here! Enjoy your day of beauty with them! read more

The guy was pretty rude when I called to set up an appointment and said I had a Groupon. I have no idea how the place actually is, because I asked Groupon for a refund. read more

I have been going to Metamorphsis Hair co since 1997 and consistently with Mark Trub. I feel blessed every time my crowing glory comes out looking like a million bucks that we have geniuses like Mike amongst us! I don't easily get impressed but almost 19 years later I got to give credit where credit is due. He has over 40 years of experience, yet he is so unpretentious and absolutely easy going. His sense of humor and caring nature makes it a truly unique, one of a kind place. Mark understands hair like his own breathe. I have curly hair, that's unwieldy at times and I refuse to use any hair products other than shampoo, conditioner wash and go-not even hair dryer. Enough to test anyone's patience! But Mark has patiently come up with little tips and tricks I can do to get the look I want without too much fuss-and continues to advise me with patience even after 19 years. Plus he knows exactly how to cut, and highlight my hair. I enjoy seeing his talented fingers work on hair like an artist on a canvas! The whole Salon while run by amazing hair professionals, has a down-to-earth, warm family feel to it. I sometimes go in after a hard day, or a difficult week. Everyone always has a smiling face or a cheery 'hi' as you walk through the door. Mark has an intuitive talent to pull out the day's humorous side and make me laugh! He is also always interested in his client's happiness, and well being. He cares! Now, my daughter has also started to go to Mark. She too refuses to let anyone else cut or style her hair. Please do check Mark out, and Metamorphsis. They are the best in the business. I wouldn't trust my hair with anyone else!! Rock on Mark!! read more

I have been having my hair cut and styled by Mark for over 20 years. I highly recommend Metamorphsis. My hair has been long and short, and I have always trusted Mark's expertise. I have rarely had to wait, and he has always been very professional. read more

When I moved to Austin I didn't have a hair stylist so I found a Groupon and tried Metamorphosis. I went to Donald and he has been my go to ever since! He's done a full hair style change, my routine trims and has colored my hair from red to brown to blonde! I have referred a few friends here and they have all been pleased. He is fast to schedule you and does a great job! The salon is small and feels comfortable, not a stuffy salon, which I love! Donald is very detailed and makes sure your hair is perfect before sending you on your way, he takes pride in his work! read more

I have been a customer of Mark Trub, the owner of Metamorphosis, for over 30 years. I started going to him at the recommendation of a friend and have never stopped. I don't think I've gotten a bad haircut once in all that time. He also colors my hair and does an excellent job with color. He is very knowledgeable, always gives me good advice on what styles would work best for my hair type, and stays up to date with the latest trends in hair styling and care. He has a loyal customer base and many times when my schedule didn't allow me to come in during "normal" hours, he has agreed to see me in the evening (something I don't imagine you can find many hairdressers willing to do). Although his shop has a Westlake location, it is welcoming and the staff make you feel at home and, unlike other salons, there are no high pressure sales pitches to get you to buy the products they use. I've compared Metamorphosis prices to other Austin salons and find them to be reasonable. I've recommended Mark and his shop over the years to many of my friends who now go there (as well as some of their spouses). My husband also goes there---he has naturally curly hair and has always had a problem finding a stylist who knows how to cut it. I would highly recommend Mark and the staff at Metamorphosis--give them a try!!! read more

I got my hair cut and colored by Virginia Smith: If it was possible to give negative stars I would. This is by far the worst experience I have ever had at a hair salon. I went into the hair salon asking for subtle golden blond highlight, and asked for potentially a bit of an ombre effect on the bottom (even showed pictures of exactly what I wanted using a picture that matched my natural shade). This hair dresser dramatically over foiled my hair with this light blond that looked almost white. I left the salon looking like I had taken the top of my hair and said dye it white. It is important to note I have been getting blonde highlights every year or so for 10+ years. Since asking for a simple blond highlight is typically an easy ask, I always go to different salons without incident. I am a natural red head, my color is a mix of blond, red and copper. I love my natural color, this is why I always ask for subtle. As I want something to highlight my natural color giving it more the look my hair takes in the summer, opposed to the deep red shade I get in the winter. I left the salon miserable, deciding to sleep on it hoping it would tone down in the morning. I was so unhappy I called asking that she fix it since it was nothing like I had requested. To her credit she said to come in that next day and she would. The underneath of my hair was still red, so I thought it would be fairly easy to match, asking to just get my natural red back. She was like i'm so sorry, and said girls my age usually love going blonder. That was not me and no one would want the shade she used, she even admitted she left the toner in to long getting the wrong shade. She claimed the only way to fix it was an all-over dye job, but seemed confident it would be an easy match. She new I was nervous and seemed to be taking more caution than the first time. Well I was wrong, when she uncovered my hair my glasses were off so she says its not exactly what we discussed, but I think you will like it, its edgy. She had dyed my hair this hideous unnatural looking fuchsia. I began to cry. She immediately goes I will fix it, i'm so sorry. She puts blond dye on top (I later found out from a professional hair dresser I trust that is the absolute wrong thing to do in that situation). Needless to say she did nothing, but make my hair look worse. To her credit she gave me a full refund and offered to try to fix it a third time (I declined I would not let her near my hair ever again). But given the fact it has been three months and I don't feel comfortable with my hair at all up or down because of how hideous this shade is, the money is worth nothing. All I want is my natural hair color back, I am not from Austin originally and unfortunately given how scarring this experience was i'm not willing to trust another hairdresser I don't know to fix it. I have never written a bad review ever. Not for a salon, restaurant or anything. But personally If a hair dresses can't provide subtle blond highlights without incident she has no business coloring hair until further education. I think its important others know so they don't wind up in the same situation. Though I can't speak for the other stylist, since the salon owner never called to apologize I don't think that speaks very highly of the establishment. read more

Mark is a master at color. Every time I see him, he makes my hair look fantastic. The salon is not super fancy but is comfortable and convenient- the true draw is Mark's talent. read more

The owner, Mark cut my hair. He spent about 10 minutes cutting and then just poured on the hairspray. It is by far the worst haircut I have ever had. The place smells like cigarettes. I cannot imagine how they stay in business. Just AWFUL! read more

Have been going here for years - low key, not a frou frou salon. Very clean and comfortable with good service. Family owned. Laura and Mark are both great! read more

Love, love, love my hair! Don takes pride in his work. He really knows his stuff and he cares how you look. I wouldn't go to anyone else, especially for color. read more

I have been going to Metamorphosis to get my hair cut for 35+ years. I first heard about Mark through a friend and when I went to him for the first time he was located in downtown Austin. When he moved to West Lake , I followed him to the new location because I liked the way he cut my hair. I now live in Cedar Park and drive all the way to West Lake.. He knows how to cut naturally curly hair and my hair is very curly; therefore , I always get a good cut. People all the time ask me who cuts my hair and I refer them to Mark ( the owner) of Metamorphosis. He is very accommodating as I can get an appointment when I want it almost all the time. He is friendly and has a great personality. I highly recommend him and you will be pleased with his professionalism. read more

Mark has been doing my hair for 11 years and I wouldn't even consider changing. I completely trust his expertise. He listens to what I want, guides me as needed, and is so thorough with my haircuts. I ALWAYS leave happy with my results, both the cuts and the color read more

Mark is the greatest! There is not anything he cannot do when it comes to hair. I have been relying on Mark for "all things hair" for over 35 years.....! If you want a good cut, a good style and/or honest advise concerning what to do with your hair or style....Mark is your guy. You won't be disappointed.... read more