I have to be honest, I've never been faithful to any hair salon i've ever been to because I'm always a "grass is always greener" type of person. Even if I get a bad haircut, it's only hair anyway, so I'm always looking for someone to do something unique or, dare I say, DRASTIC. With all of that said, Platinum is hands down the best salon I've been to purely based on the collective experience that people have in the hair industry there. Had Platinum been a run-down dive of a salon, after the haircut I recently received, I still would be a die-hard fan. The atmosphere is pleasant, if not incredibly laid back and the people actually listen to what you have your heart set on, but they're honest about that as well. For those of you, who, like me are completely undecided about what you should get then the staff will help you out and give a couple of options suitable to your lifestyle and face shape. Platinum is rather cheap considering the quality time the stylists spend with you (mine took 2 hours!!). Expect somewhere between 30-50 dollars for a haircut and style. Unfortunately they do not have a website but do the run of the mill deep condition, updo's, styling and the norm. If you have any questions at all, the receptionist is also very helpful. read more

I just had my first experience at Platinum Salon with Andrea last evening. First, the Salon itself is a class act, great people, great look. Now, I can be particular with my hair, but love to hear what my stylist has in mind. I know I can be confusing as well, which has led to some underwhelming styling in the past. Andrea, however, listened to what I was thinking and really listened. The best part being that since I was kind of unsure about where to go with my hair she just had a plan. She didn't rush ideas and made sure we thought it out. She really cares and puts a great amount of detail and care into her craft! Plus she's great to talk tand wonderfully engaging. Let me tell you... The finished product... UNREAL. The perfection of the color and the precision of the cut were beyond my expectations. I was very particular about not wanting to lose the length of my hair but at the same time I needed something different and she was able to breathe life into it again! I worked in another salon for years and I have seen a great deal of stylists in the past, but Andrea is the one I am sticking with because she does amazing hair! Loved my experience at this Salon and excited for the future! read more

I absolutely loved it here. I have naturally wavy hair that tends to do whatever it wants. No one seems to know how to cut it and have it look nice the next day. I went here based on the Yelp reviews - and boy am I glad! I even got lost on the way there and I called them and they directed me to where they were located. I ended up being 15 minutes late - but the stylists didn't seem to mind too much. My stylist, Andrea, was FABULOUS! She took the time to listen to me and added some input into the style and then cut my hair carefully. I was impressed and walked away with a fantastically styled haircut that matches me fabulously :) I've gone here twice and couldn't be happier. The environment is stylish but not stuffy - has a definite vintage feel to it with the light blue walls and high ceilings with unique lighting. Parking is a breeze - they have a parking-lot on the left side of the shop. All in all, Great price - ( can't beat $40 bucks :) ), fabulous service, fun people, awesome environment. You can't go wrong! As a note: if you want to tip your stylist here, bring cash. They don't/can't add tips when you use a credit card. read more

I went to Platinum on a recommendation of a friends great experience with Andrea. I have curly hair and every style I want is more of a straighter style, however with 4 kids I don't always have the time to straighten it. Andrea first talked to me about my hair, and what options would work best. She first cut my hair a little after it was washed, then blew it dry to see how it naturally lays, then straightened it and then cut it again. We talked about a treatment to calm the curl down that I never even knew existed. She even took the time to teach me how to properly straighten my hair with out it looking flat ironed as well. What salons take that much time with a client? I have been to other salons and had it cut and colored in less time Andrea took with me to give me a good cut. She was very warm and personable and not pushy at all with products and so forth. I loved how she talked to me as if I was an old friend. Prices were fantastic, and I loved the design of the salon as well. It was refreshing to walk out of the salon knowing I got a great haircut! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Platinum! I see Andrea, who is fabulous. I recently got a keratin treatment after she talked me into it, and let me tell you - it was worth every penny! My hair used to be a bit dry and have some friz, and now I DON'T EVEN HAVE TO FLAT-IRON IT!!! It's amazing. I can even put it into a bun while it's wet, and when it dries it falls into perfect curls - my hair has never done that before! And the price was better than any comparable salon in the east end (I called around to the shadyside salons and checked). The salon itself is beautiful and inviting, they always offer you a cup of coffee or glass of wine, and usually have some cookies or coffee cake too. They also have a parking lot, which is great, because who has time to waste driving around looking for street parking? I have tried other salons in the past few years, but once I found Andrea at Platinum I've never gone anywhere else. Highly recommended. . read more

I was searching for a salon that would be able to analyze my hair "issues" and help me get my hair back on the road to recovery. After reading some reviews on Yelp, I found Platinum. I called, and just from the phone call I was sure that this was going to be my new and forever hair salon. Andrea took the time to discuss my concerns, talk to me about some medications that I was on and what that is doing to my hair, and eased me into my options. I decided to cut my hair short, and it was the best decision. Anderea took her time to cut my hair layer by layer. She is a cutting wizard. I didn't want a "soccer mom" cut and I got the most modern cut that fits my face and my life style. We are working to repair the years of damage and obtain my dream style. Andrea is warm and friendly, not at all pushy with products and treatments, and I highly recommend her and Platinum to everyone! read more

I have been going to Maureen at Platinum for highlights and haircuts since I moved to Pittsburgh about two years ago. I have always been more than happy with my experience there! My highlights always look very natural, even when my hair starts to grow out a bit. Maureen is such a great stylist and she is a lovely person as well. Very warm, accommodating, and fun! She offers good suggestions when I want to change things up a bit, and my hair always looks beautiful when I leave the salon! I have and will continue to recommend her to all of my friends and family in Pittsburgh. read more

They have moved to Butler st and 42nd. This was my 3rd attempt at getting a good haircut and I scored! I had a bit of a wait, but they were nice in offering water while I waited. I saw John who actually listened to what I wanted, which is not what I got at the other 2 places I've tried(something easy, cut layers at an angle, would grow out well). He noticed that my hair was curly on top and straight underneath. He did a great job and its so easy to wash it and go. It still looks good weeks later!!! I will be back! read more

Thank you Andrea! Having been getting my hair cut on Rodeo Drive for the last 10 years it was a daunting task to weed through the available salon options here in Pittsburgh in search of a style trendsetter that has vision, talent and guts. My bleach blonde pixie gets compliments all over town, its the best cut I've ever had. She also wowed my mom who entrusted her with a complete color and cut overhaul. The salon is classy and friendly, accommodating and affordable!! read more

This is, hands down, the best haircut I've ever had! I am in my sixties, have fine gray hair (though I prefer to think of it as silver..or platinum), and a flat back of the head. John knew instantly what to do with my hair to give it volume, to create the illusion of a rounded back of the head, and best of all, to give me "style." Even though I'm a grandma, I don't want to look like one--and John gave me a look that made me feel decades younger! Nan N. read more

I had a great experience at Platinum Salon with Andrea. The salon looks very posh inside. I was given a choice of something to drink and they had fruit and cookies too. Andrea has 15 or so years experience and took the time to listen to what I wanted. I love the hair color and cut. She fixed another salon's mistake. They cannot add a tip to your total so take cash for that if you usually pay with plastic. I'm looking forward to going back!!! read more

I moved two years ago to Pittsburgh and by far, this has been my best experience with a hair cut. Andrea took care of me and she is simply AMAZING. She first listens to your concerns and ideas on what you want and then she gives feedback before jumping straight into your hair. If there are any Latinas in the Burgh looking for a nice hair cut, Andrea is the one :) The price is very reasonable, I will definitely go back read more

Platinum is my go-to for massages. I never had a massage with Dave before, but I'm so glad I did! He was very thorough on my tight areas and was very communicative, making sure his pressure wasn't too hard on the areas I felt were more tender. The price of the massage was very reasonable and they served wine along side their usual coffee and water. It was a pleasant and luxurious surprise! I felt so pampered! read more

I always get a great cut and color job here. My stylist always takes the time to talk to me about what I want and she also give me recommendations based on the type of hair that I have. Parking is easy. The pricing is lower than most salons. I am usually a "walk-in" type of person but I will take the time to make an appointment for Platinum services. read more

Thanks Andrea, love the new cut, color and highlights! Paul, you are the best. Maureen and John are awesome too. Everyone at the salon is talented, professional and fun! I have been going there for years and they always do a great job -- especially on my color, which can be tough on a good day. Just fabulous! read more

great salon,with great people. i have been going to John for 10 years and have never been disappointed. we have done short, long and everything in between. i've been brunette, red, blonde, and my hair still looks and feels great. read more