8/6/24: I called a few days in advance to make an appt to get my haircut with the namesake / owner. I haven't gotten a haircut in over a year. He did a great job. I have really thick hair and he was able to take some weight off and gave it some good style. I'll be back. read more

Paul is my favorite hairstylist! He's the best in the NOVA area and I've lived here a long, long time! Every visit, I leave the salon a happy, happy customer! Paul is an expert stylist who knows exactly what to do to make your hair look its best! Oh, and he's very nice too! His salon has been here for a long time. I wish I had made an appointment with Paul much sooner. Customer for life! read more

I had my first appointment today for a haircut with Paul. I cannot say enough good things! He is so nice and incredibly talented. He paid close attention to every detail and gave me a beautiful hair cut. I am definitely going back to see him for all of my hair care. read more

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Today I called for a haircut and I gotta tell you it was the best experience I've ever had. I was very nervous at first but, Paul listen to what I wanted and executed everything perfectly I had very long curly hair. And I really wanted to have a short haircut up to my shoulders. Paul did an amazing job. My curls look sooo much better and my hair feels so light. Definitely will go back!!!! It's a hidden gem the staff was very nice the place had such a nice atmosphere. read more

I've been here a few times, and honestly, I've always left feeling disappointed and confused. The main haircuts usually turn out fine, but my bangs are a different story. Before I came here, they were beautifully thin and wispy, but every single time they've cut them extremely thick with a big bump at the top. I'm not super picky about my hair, but it just looked bad. I clearly asked for thin, wispy bangs with rounded ends at the start of my appointment, but I walked out looking like someone's grandmother. I even politely asked the stylists to thin them out after the first cut, but there's only so much you can do when they've cut too much. Now, I'm just waiting for them to grow out so I can get them fixed at another salon. read more

Let me start by saying that I used to get my hair cut by the same person for 10 years, but then I moved to Alexandria 2 years ago. I got my hair cut by two other people in the area and just wasn't super satisfied. I booked an appointment with Paul and I was nervous but also super ready for a change. He did a phenomenal job and I'm so relieved to have found my new salon. read more

I got an amazing hair coloring and cut here! My hair was totally damaged from a year of bright coloring but Paul brought my hair back to it's dark brown color just in time for my brothers wedding. I had light blonde balayage with natural black on top and he transformed my hair to a pretty brown all over. I also got a hair cut that made my hair look so voluminous. I've gotten so many compliments even a month later. read more

A friendly neighborhood salon! I tried multiple salons before finding Paul Michaels, but others were often too busy, trendy, impersonal, or disorganized. Paul and his staff are personable and down-to-earth, efficient, appropriately priced, and I really liked my highlights and haircut. I use a wheelchair and the salon is also accessible (slight challenge parking but otherwise easy). And his other customers were friendly too...always a good sign! I will definitely come back again. read more

I am a happy customer. It was easy to find the place and book appointment. There is free parking. I am usually a difficult customer, but Paul made its wonderful job and I was happy. Previously I have been going to different salon and during the last visit I had a bad haircut. Paul fixed my haircut, and suggested a nice color solution for me. He was very attentive and considered my wishes. He also gave advices for the future and answered my questions. Soon I am scheduling another appointment. read more

I'm so very happy about my experience! I had a balayage that had since grown out and turned a little brassy. For context, I have thin asian hair and I was going for a blended ash balayage. It's always tough finding someone who lifts the color to get the look you want. Pauls expertise and experience was so appreciated. I showed him a couple pictures and he was like, I gotcha, and he did!! And without over processing my hair. It's been a month and I still love the blend and color he got me to. read more

Horrible. They charged my mom almost 3x the price on the website for a hair gloss (listed as $35, charged 90). They also charged me $285 for auburn lowlights and a messy trim after the stylist Jocelyn dyed my roots firetruck red. She was helping three clients at once, so my hair over processed by 30 minutes! From the color I had chosen, she shouldn't have needed to use bleach at all, but still lightened my roots. Paul was there, saw the awful roots and how Jocelyn made excuses and attempted to cover them with more color (burned my scalp), and did nothing about it. My $70 "haircut" had also missed some large spots, and I had to fix it myself. I do not recommend this place at all. THEN... my mom called to politely tell him that we were very upset because this happened right before a wedding, and he refused to admit that he or Jocelyn did anything wrong, and was incredibly rude to her! read more

I'm new to NoVA, and going to the hair salon usually gives me a lot of anxiety! I've had some bad experiences in the past and it's takes a lot for me to convince myself to get a haircut or touch up my color. I went through Yelp for a few hours last weekend trying to find a salon and I came across Paul Michaels. I reached out through Yelp about a consultation and Paul responded even though it was a Sunday. He understood what I wanted when we met at the salon and he was able to do my hair-- all within a week! I'm SO happy and pleased with my experience, and my hair looks and feels amazing. I will definitely be back to see Paul for my future haircuts and color! read more

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I went to this salon yesterday for partial highlights. It was my first time and I'm so happy with my hair. Paul the owner was so nice and did a great job. Will be going back every 6 weeks for my highlights! read more

Paul cut my hair and did an AMAZING job. I rarely get haircuts and showed him a picture of what I wanted and did just exactly that. I am in love with it and it is worth the price. He was super easy to talk to and would definitely come back!! It was also easy to get an appointment and tried to match my schedule as much as possible! read more

Simply amazing customer service and service in general. I was referred here and will be referring friends in the future. read more

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I discovered Paul Michaels Salon when looking for someone that could correct my botched hilights. Paul understood exactly what I wanted, and an amazing job. I went recently to change my hair for fall, and absolutely love the color and the caramel hilights. And, I had my first haircut there, and love it! He is a master with hair. Excellent customer service by all that work there. They are friendly and treat you like a truly valued client. I am so happy to have found this place and highly recommend it. Love my hair!! read more

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I've lived in the area for several years, but would always hold out until I was visiting my parents to go for a haircut and color with my beloved stylist that I've been seeing for over 10 years. I finally decided that I needed to give someone local a try, and went to see Paul for a single process color and cut. He really listened to what I wanted, and even asked what kind of blow dry I wanted (smooth and sleek - he nailed it!) and gave me tips on how to style it at home. I'll definitely be back! read more

Paul Michaels Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Annandale, Virginia

I will definitely return to Paul Michaels Salon and will gladly recommend them to others. It was my first hair salon appointment since moving to the area, and I could not be happier with my haircut. Good price and great service and most of of all, stylists who have mastered their craft. read more

First of all I would like to say I dont like to leave bad reviews but when it comes to my hair, if Im paying for a salon to do what I ask , then I would hope that I get what I pay for. The reason I chose this salon was for 3 reasons. 1. Great reviews 2. Close to my family so it gives me an excuse to visit and 3. Great price. I have natural black hair and I have been going to this salon for light brown hair and both times were satisfactory. The reason why is I say satisfactory is because after a few washes the hair dye starts to fade and my grays start appearing again so the brand they use is not great for grays. So i go for highlights this last time and show them the picture (below). Its the trendy ring lighting highlights. Basically light brown hair with face framing highlights with some balayage highlights towards the end of hair. The end result pictures say it all and needless to say its not at all what I asked for. After 3 hrs my hair had almost platinum blond highlights (not pictured). They darkened my base so I literally looked like a skunk. I was horrified and wanted to cry so I was promised the highlights would be fixed to a more warmer color and the pictures below is what I got. By the time i left i had spent almost 5 hrs with okay hair (if someone wants old school highlights l) but it was still not at all what I asked for. I left with brassy highlights on the top portion of my hair and ashy blonde lights on the bottom half. I was charged FULL price and told to come back again to fix my hair. Not a good move if your customer is not 100% satisfied with their hair. I had hopes for this place. I legit finished a pint of rocky road ice cream thats how bummed out I was. read more

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I visited recently for a trim, deep conditioning, and color. I called ahead for an appointment although walk-ins are welcome. This is an open, clean, and relaxed location. I have had several different folks assist me and each has been nice and done a good job. We all have things we are self-conscious about -- for me it is the scars and indentations on my head resulting from a couple of brain surgeries. I think one of the reasons I like this place is I don't feel like a spectacle when I am serviced here. I know it is unusual but really it just means I need you to aware of the wholes and scars and my heat and pressure sensitivity in those spots. They seem to get that and that matters to me. Well, that and the fact that I like how my hair looks after I visit. Everyone I have worked with here listens to my requests and is interested in giving me a hair style I like and that works well for me. Feeling comfortable and leaving (& staying) satisfied makes me a fan! The thing to know and my biggest issue is I ALWAYS miss the turn and have to maneuver my way back to this hidden little strip mall that is set back from the road and obstructed by a couple of stand alone spots near by. Perhaps eventually I will catch the turn on my first passing... hope springs eternal. read more

WONDERFUL!!! Walked in, gave a general idea of what I wanted, and within minutes, Paul created exactly what I had in mind. I've been driving by this shopping center for years, and never thought to stop there for a haircut. read more

Great place! I'm new to the hair salon-- a friend referred me. Safia did an amazing job on my hair- thank you safia! Everyone is really nice and the chair you sit in for your hair wash even has massagers! I'll definitely be going back. read more

Paul is great! I've been coming to him for eight years. Even when I moved across town, I still drive there to have him do my hair. I've never had any issues with the cut or color, and that's unusual for me. He really is fabulous. Highly recommend. read more

This hair salon is the best! I came in with an exact vision of what I wanted my hair to look like. I showed them a few pictures and I was so amazed because my hair turned out exactly what I imagined and even better then the picture! I got my hair a cut, color, and highlights. My hair was straight black and I got it colored brown with blonde highlights. This was a month ago but I just love my hair so much I had to come back and write this review. Your hair can really make or break your appearance and I definitely recommend this salon for amazing results! read more

I have been going to Paul Michaels Salon to see Dino who cuts my hair. I have been getting my hair cut by Dino since 1987 when I lived in Rocky Hill. I live in Manchester, Connecticut now, have never found stylists as good as Dino and the elite stylists at Paul Michaels. When I get my hair cut I know my hair is in expert hands and know it will come out looking PERFECT every single time! When you find someone you know and trust you keep going to that person and remain loyal to them. Dino has made me look good and kept me looking good through the years and I can't imagine ever going anyplace else or to anyone else. Paul Michaels is the best and I highly recommend Dino and all of the stylists who do an outstanding job!!! read more

I moved to the DC/northern VA area end of 1996 and have tried many different stylists. This past week I tried Paul Michaels Salon. Paul literally is a master at his craft. All I can say it is is the best haircut ever. I have fine very thick hair and Paul did a beautiful cut. I recommend Paul no matter your age, thin or thick hair, long or short. He is truly gifted. read more

Paul was amazing ! He really took his time with my curls. Super nice customer service. It's so hard finding a great salon that doesn't mess up your curls are completely damages it. Paul really understood what I wanted and how to care for my hair. From beginning to end it was a great experience. Paul fixed my hair when I completely botched it, when I tried to dye my hair a reddish burgundy color. So happy I went to his salon and so thankful he fixed my hair. read more

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I had been getting my haircut by the same stylist for over a decade, but she recently had a baby and decided to be a stay at home mom. I was extremely reluctant about getting my haircut by a new stylist and read a ton of online reviews before deciding to come here- I couldn't have made a better decision. Paul was extremely friendly and did a magnificent job! I will definitely be coming back here again. FYI, you're unable to leave a tip via credit card, so be sure you come with cash on hand. read more

I have been coming to Paul's for over 10+ years. Wouldn't let anyone else touch my hair. Highly recommended. The best service hands down.

My first time going to this salon. I was a little worry about how they'll do my requested hair color. Paul did my hair color and haircut. YES, he did an amazing job. I love my new hair color and hair style. My husband and my kids were surprised. Thank you Paul Michael! It was the right place to go!! I am recommend going to Paul Michaels!! read more

Getting ready the week before my daughter's wedding included scheduling conflicts so we went to Paul Michael's hair salon for the first time based on great reviews online. That was a mistake. My hair cut was excellent. We asked the stylist for a color gloss which she said did not exist. After consulting with the owner, the stylist practiced her first color gloss on my hair and did a good job, BUT then I was charged as if the owner had done the work - not the web site listed price for that level of stylist. Even when challenged on the price, the salon was adamant about charging expert level stylist rates. My daughter had a sweet but overworked girl doing her roots and lowlights. She gave her what looked like a red skunk streak down the center of her head from ignoring the time, then had no empathy for the bride-to-be. It took the owner's consultation (also without empathy) to determine a correction and over an hour more of time in the chair as well as chemical burn pain from the second root treatment. For that, the salon charged the full price of all the work as if the owner had done the work. When called later to object to the treatment by his salon, the owner argued repeatedly that they had charged the correct amounts without any supporting justification of the certification level of the stylists. Worse, he never showed empathy for the distress of my daughter's experience or the pain involved in the second dye job. read more

Ive gone to this salon twice- the first time was fantastic with the owner and he is amazing! He really listens to what you want and definitely delivers. The second time- it was a female hair stylist- I told her I wanted a few inches off my hair but then have some long layers to the front to add volume. She gave me short layers, even after I told her I dont want my hair to look short multiple times. My hair is alottt shorter than I am comfortable with & it will take at least a year to grow it back somewhat. She kept telling me through out- oh itll grow back, itll grow back ‍. read more

Paul and his team do Amazing work, both for cut and color, including fun colors like titanium silver/blue! The salon is clean and welcoming and appointments are always on time. I highly recommend. read more

My experience with Paul and his staff was friendly, warm, efficient and relaxed. The following day I received a compliment from stranger on my cut and color! It took me five years but I've found my new salon after relocating here! read more

Patient,perfecting, and professional. Paul collaborated with me on what would be best for my brassy long hair. All i can say is transformative. I have never been this emotional in a good way about my hair. Paul mixed the magic and taught at the same time. The color looked so good i forgot that i needed to be styled! But then he took it to the next level with cut and styling! Amazing experience. I think I finally found my hair stylist for life! read more

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I reached the point of desperation with several months of no hair appointments, and my shorter haircut had reached a particularly unfortunate stage when I decided it was time for a professional haircut intervention. The salon I had used previously was closing due to the pandemic, and so I found Paul Michaels Salon through online reviews, since I am newer to the area. Thank goodness I did! Paul immediately grasped what I wanted to get my hair back on track, and he executed the cut with speed and precision. I was reassured that all staff were wearing masks, and the various stations had separators, plus Paul used hand sanitizer prior to styling my hair. I am thrilled with my new haircut, and I will be back. read more

I would give the first hairdresser 1 star for not following any instructions, especially when they were crucially important to the client, and overcharging for the service. I am not posting it above b/c I do not want to hurt the business at first glance (some people just look at stars before reading further reviews), and because the owner acted understanding to our frustrations. Here's what went down: My daughter went here to cut her medium length into a pixie cut last year, which the hairdresser did, so she had no complaints with that experience. (This is her first experience choosing a salon--based on convenience of location--and paying for it herself.) She realized that this style did not work for her as she was mistaken for a boy all the time at work, so she had to start wearing a lot of makeup, which she didn't want to do. So she started the slow, long process of regrowing her hair out. After several months, it had grown long enough to start adjusting, so she went the other day, after her hair had grown a little past the base of the neck, to simply have it reshaped, as the lower part lay close to her neck contour but the top part was full and round, so it was imbalanced. She was adamant about telling the hairdresser (whose name I will not disclose because I do not want to hurt her client base) that she wanted to reshape away the roundness, explaining that she not lose any length because of having often been mistaken for a boy from the previous length. The instructions were somehow interpreted to mean for the hairdresser to cut off all the length, making the hair shape shorter and rounder---everything my daughter emphasized that she didn't want. Her response to assure my 18-year-old daughter, who was in shock, was, "My mom does her hair like this all the time." My daughter was too polite to say anything, but cried for over an hour afterwards. On top of it, the hairdresser charged a full $50 to basically lop off the length my daughter waited so long to grow. I usually do not come in to complain, but I had to go in to speak to the manager the next day, asking for a refund. After chit-chatting with a client, he finally came to speak to me and said that they didn't do refunds but that he would fix it for her. I really didn't want to do any business with them further, but there were clients present so I didn't want to bring attention to the dispute. I asked my daughter to come in from the car. The owner did a few snips to thin it - what my daughter asked for and what the previous hairdresser should have been able to do. Except it was still super-short. She now looked like a young boy rather than a middle-aged woman. (Thank goodness she does not yet have a Yelp account to see this.) We just accepted the fate and left afterwards. I think it would have been fair to have given us a refund as the damage was done with the hair being cropped off against her wishes. 3 stars is generous b/c the owner was nice, but I would not recommend this place. read more

Terrible. I got the Living Social deal and was extremely disappointed. I wanted to chop off all my hair and get a short layered haircut but she ****badly***** layered the right side of my head and did not leave any layers on the other side of my head. Never coming back. read more

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I had a deal for haircut and color. Erica cut my hair and did a great job. She said highlights would be better than a single-process color to lighten my hair so she gave me a deal for that. She asked Paul to look at my hair to confirm the color I should get. I think this was the best my hair has ever looked. I am naturally dark blonde, and I wanted it to be platinum. It looked natural and the color fit with my skin. It is more on the expensive side and REALLY far from home. Otherwise I would return. I am editing this a year later because I have not found a place to dye my hair. They found the perfect color for me and if I go back to blonde, I would like to come back here. read more

After having my hair mangled by a stylist at another salon a friend of mine recommended I go to Erica at Paul Michael's. I live in VA but go to a lot of charity events in DC. I have a highend stylist in DC who does blowouts for me but does not cut my hair. Erica gave me a bob that was so perfect that my highend stylist in DC complimented her on it! He asked me who cut my hair and told me she had done a perfect job! It is rare when I highend stylist in DC compliments a stylist in the suburbs but he was right and I've gone back to her twice now and have had excellent results. While the salon itself is in a little strip mall, it really delivers results. Go see Erica and you will be pleased with the results as well. read more