I feel like I've been giving out too many 4 star reviews of late, but this really teeters on a 3.5-4 rating, so I guess I'll just roll with it. My mother turned me on to Positive Image because she has been going there for the last year or so, updating her style with the help of Shawna. What I love about Shawna's work is color, she is a wizard! My mother started coloring her hair when she began with Shawna and every time it looks 100% natural, and really just spot on in terms of tonality and richness. If you dye, call Shawna, you will not be disappointed. I went for the first time in October before an out of town baby shower, and was in a state of general distress because of a new allergy to just about everything that touches my skin that I'd discovered. I had to bring my own shampoo to Positive Image, and no one batted an eye, that's how professional they are. Shawna gave me a great cut with some levels not layers and really heard me when I said that my hair poofs up like an angry cat when cut this way or that. She didn't even use hair gels or sprays on me because of the allergy issue, AND when I said I would love to come in and get some color done she actually told me to hold off until my skin was happy again. You never hear that from business people. read more

My stylist is Nam. I used to go to him at the W Salon, but he moved to Positive Image, so I followed him. He makes me look like a Victoria Secrets model. Today I asked him to make my hair look like Jennifer Aniston and I love the results. The salon is great. Very friendly staff, beautiful inside, great convenient location. Nam is very accommodating and has squeezed me in when I really needed a color before my sister's wedding. He is on time for appointments and has never made me wait. Great stylist and great salon. read more

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I went to Nam months ago and am just posting (woops). I previously had full foil highlights and wanted to get a balayage so that I wouldn't have to worry about the constant upkeep. Completely worth the price you pay because, 13 weeks later, my hair still looks great. He's really nice as well, so the three hours I spent in his chair went by fast. I highly recommend him! read more

Positive Image Salon - balayage with Nam - Hair Salons Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

I did not expect a different response than the one that was left, very unprofessional in my opinion. And to set the record starlight, I did not bleach my own hair, I used a clay mask. All I know is that I paid for a service that left me with little to no hair. And to top it all off, two differed shades of brown were used, dark brown and a light brown which left me looking like a skunk. The hair dresser tried to play it off by telling me that it will be a nice look for the summer, yeah, right. read more

Monica is the absolute best. I've seen her for years for cuts, Brazilian blow outs, and highlights. I have super thick and at times super long hair and Monica is always patient and makes sure that she dedicates all of the time needed to make sure I'm happy. Book immediately! read more

For the first time ever, I had the best experience at a salon! It was my first time at Positive Image, the staff were great with me! I've had some bad experience with hair colors especially done at salons.. So I was a little nervous about this one but I left satisfied, all thanks to Monica! She was more than great, she asked what I wanted & I got more then that! Loved it & loved her! I recommend anyone who has had bad experience with their hair to try this out & especially for Monica! Couldn't have asked for a better stylist!!! read more

Positive Image Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

Sherri is my stylist and she is amazing! When I tell her what I want she will tell me if it is possible Or not she is out for my best interest. I do a lot Of color change and go back and forth between blonde and dark so striping the color happens a lot and if she can do it without having my hair fall out she does other wise we do the process! Anyways she is amazing read more

We're new-ish to the area and I've waited way too long to get a hair cut because I have major trust issues with my long hair and am easily intimidated in salon settings with "know-it-alls". I seriously just got the best cut of my life! Evelin is amazing and was so incredibly kind and seemed like she could read my mind for what I truly wanted. I've not had someone truly listen to what I wanted and provide the EXACT suggestion of how to get there....no more, no less. She didn't shame me for waiting so long for a cut and basically made me look amazing! Thank you Evelin - where have you been all my life?!?! This salon is such a hidden gem in this area! So many beautiful people from all walks of life in there! Taking my teenager there for her next highlights because I saw incredible work there! read more

Cecilia is a good hair stylist! she recommended the best remidies to help my hair grow healthy and stop it from breaking! She always cared about how my hair would turn out so she was always very careful and made sure with me that I knew what I was getting myself into.. Shes really sweet and always makes it comfortable and not awkward. Glenda is also a really nice receptionist and is always smiling! She is a great person to have welcoming everyone and she always goes an extra mile to make sure youre happy! Love coming here even though I cheat on my regular hair stylist when I do! read more

I don't even remember how long I've been going here! I've been a loyal customer since I think for about 6-7 years now. Theresa Smith (Pink Hair) is my hairstylist and I love her. I have black hair and I dye it brown with a mixture of different blonde highlights. She always does and amazing job! I've never left unsatisfied! I strongly suggest going to her if you decide to get your hair DID! read more

My salon moved and as a result, my (adored) hairdresser moved an hour away. So I found another stylist who did a fine job...not as good as my old stylist but very skillful. She recently went on an extended vacation and I needed my hair cut before I, too, left town. So, thank you Yelp, I walked in to Positive Image. I didn't make an appointment and just asked if anyone was available. To my great good fortune Evelin was available. I have thick "quirky" hair. A mix of strait and wavy. Really one big cowlick. Until that day,I have NEVER left a salon after my first visit LOVING my haircut. I love it.. strangers ask where I get my hair cut... my friends comment repeatedly about how nice it looks. That day I made my next appointment and will have her add highlights. I can't wait! read more

I have mixed feelings about this place. To sum it up, I will not get color or cut here. I'll pay a premium to get that done at D-Rock. I had a great experience with Selivia for bangs trimming and deep conditioning and will continue coming here for that, in between my balayage service at the other salon. I went in for toner and trim with Fabiola and left quite traumatized. I asked for a simple trim of 1/2 to 1 inch, instead she cut some parts of my hair 2-3 inches (the strands closer to my face). I understand she's trying to do the layered look but this is not what I asked for. The rest of my hair was well over 1in shorter. I have never experienced this before at a salon. She also recommended I get highlights to cover up some roots. OK, I will admit agreeing to this was 100% my fault but as a seasoned hair stylist, she shouldn't have even suggested it. My balayage highlights had grown out a lot and introducing 6 random streaks of light brown coming from the crown looked awful and very junior. It totally ruined my balayage look. To top it off, she curled my hair at the end and combed it out, making me look like a bichon frise or poodle. It was frizzy and messy, way worse than when I arrived. I asked for simple waves... uhm, for some who works at Drybar I had higher expectations. Maybe she was annoyed I moved my appointment an hour later because I was running late. I don't know. The only thing I really liked was the toner. She did a good job making my hair darker for the winter and the toner lasted a long time. Anyway, I just thanked her and dryly said it was OK, tipped in cash and left. Since then, I haven't cut my hair for months because I'm trying to grow it out again and recover from that mess. I'm only booking appointments with Selivia from now on. I don't think I can trust to try anyone else. read more

I never cancelled because it's raining I cancelled because I have a flu let's talk about rudeness and professionalism not even an apology to your stylist you're the owner why are you apologizing from your employees mistake they should take accountability for their actions like I said my hair will be fix anytime but the experience and my view regarding your salon will never be change and I'll be sure not to recommend anyone there! read more

I've been going to this salon for hair color since Heather is back and she's the greatest! Heather does my balayage perfectly! There's never been a time I've gone to her and had an issue with my hair. It's always great! Heather really takes the time and effort with making sure my hair color is done right and I have ALOT of hair that is very dark and thick. She also fixes up my hair cuts and knows what I like and is very down to earth and makes me feel at ease as she is working on my hair. The salon has such a great atmosphere as well and during this pandemic they've done a great job of making sure the salon was sanitized well after each client. Again, I definitely recommend this salon to others and go to Heather!! read more

I had the best experience I've been there twice and both times were excellent. Rebeca did my hair and she's amazing at what she's does. I was satisfied with my hair. I think everybody should go to her, she understands what you want. read more

I'm so happy I found this place! I've been twice, and I'm very pleased. Sherri did my hair the first time. She did highlight and a trim. She's very knowledgeable. I made a last-minute appointment and had to use a different stylist yesterday. I had Julie do highlights and a style. My hair looked great all day and night! The ladies that wash do an amazing head massage as well. Love!! read more

I never got a chance to try this salon but I will never use them now. My friend with amazing hair recommended this salon to me. I made an appointment well in advance for a HUGE event I was attending for color, cut and style. Less than an hour before my appointment on a Saturday afternoon I received a call that the colorist/stylist, THERESA ,had called in & my appointment was cancelled as a result. They couldn't fit me in with anyone else and seemed shocked when I declined to reschedule. When I made the appointment, I made it clear that I had something big to go to that evening and that I was counting on them to help me prep for the event. I made sure that we were allowing enough time and did everything I could to make this go smoothly. So they cancelled, couldn't fit me in with anyone else and left me high and dry on a Saturday afternoon. No other local salon could fit me in by the time they cancelled and I ended up having to color and cut myself. I wouldn't be so bitter, but I didn't even get so much as an aplogy from this salon...just utter disblief when I told them I didn't want to reschedule at their convenience. read more

I have been going to this salon for several years now my family goes there as well. The stylists I have dealt with have been wonderful and listen. I have never left there dissatisfied and if I ever had a question it was immediately answered. I now not only get my hair colored and cut but I also get my nails done. read more

Let me start by saying this salon has some of the most genuine stylists you will ever come across. I've known Rebecca for about 3 or 4 years now and a few others there including the owners and some of the front desk staff and they are all great. Rebecca has always made sure to give me her honest and most professional opinions in respects to my hair and ALWAYS makes sure we are keeping it healthy and cute! I have been trying to go blonde for a while now and though it has been a process, patience is key and we are finally getting there. the results are beautiful, i %100 trust her with my hair and i don't think id be comfortable going to anyone else at this point. a huge shout out to Segan and her staff at the front desk for the outstanding customer service, Donald and Rita for bringing this wonderful salon to us, Rebecca and all the amazing stylists there who truly let their passion shine through when working with clients' hair. highly recommend! read more

Cecilia was amazing. She was very patient and listened to my needs. She did a beautiful job. I'm so happy with the results. I will definitely be back. Thank you Cecilia!! read more

These reviews, or lack-there-of, are severely underrated! Positive Image is incredible and the best I have experienced during my 6 years of living in the DC Metro Area. I was first recommended to this salon by my boyfriends trendy mother who has been going to Charlie, hair stylist, for over 20 years! For as long as I had known her she always had trendy hairstyle. In the past I had terrible experiences with even the top salons in DC - and with long, straight hair, it shouldn't be difficult to give a decent hair cut! Anyway, Charlie is the Michelangelo of stylists! He LISTENS to how you want your hair and will give his professional input on how to make your style work for the shape of your head and your overall style. While I was getting my first trim from Charlie, he mentioned how the shape of my head would really work with short hair. He told me to think about it so after my positive first experience I went back to Charlie and he proceeded to work his magic. He cut over 12inches off my hair and gave me the trendiest, sexiest short-hair style that fit me! I had never had short hair before in my life but was glad Charlie gave me the confidence and professional advice to go ahead with such a bold move. And let me tell you, I have NEVER had so many people compliment me on my hair style! I was even stopped at an airport and asked where I got my haircut from a young Polish woman who just moved to DC. Now I see her at the salon and her hair looks fabulous! I know my bf's mother has been to other stylist at Positive Image and they have been fantastic as well. But we will always be loyal to Charlie :) You can't go wrong with this salon. Price is affordable - woman's wash, cut and dry is about $50. I recently had to relocate to Miami and the hardest thing to leave behind was my hairstylist!! Charlie, I don't know what I am going to do without you!!! read more

I am through with this salon. Time and time again the Beautician is not there when I arrive. This has been happening for the past several years! I was respectful enough of their time and called as soon as they were open this past Friday morning to cancel my 12:30 appointment and rescheduled for the following Tuesday. They called today ( Monday) at 12:00 and asked me if I could change my appointment to today per the beautician's request. I showed up as I always have early to my appointment. The person at the front desk had to call the beautician and have her come in for the appointment! This after having just called me two hours earlier and asked me to move the appointment to today. Their policy seems to be that they will not have the beautician on the premises until they know that you are in the building and then they will call them and tell them to come in! I find that very disrespectful to the customers. Other service industries also have a problem with people not showing up for appointments and there are ways to address this but having a customer wait sometimes up to 15 to 20 minutes for the beautician to arrive to me seems disrespectful. You have our phone numbers so send us A text message to verify the appointment for that day. read more

Got my haircut here. Had a good experience. Spent about $60 for shampoo, cut, and style. I would go back. Haven't had any color yet or anything but they do seem to cater to that more. I asked a lot of questions about it and my stylist was very knowledgeable. read more

The best salon in town that I have gone too. I have been going to Helen and she is great. Very friendly and they give great massages when they wash your hair. read more

I can't speak for the whole salon, but Theresa......she is awesome. I've been going to her for about 6 years now and she is amazing. I even used to travel to see her when I moved 300 miles away. She's a great colorist. I was blonde for some time in 2006 - naturally a dark brunette with olive skin - and she made sure I didn't look rediculous. I'm back to my roots now, so mostly I just get haircuts. She will listen to what you want, but she's not afraid to let you know what will and will not flatter you and or work for your hair type. Bonus! Her mom works there too, so if her skills run in the family, this salon has two awesome employees! read more

I had an appointment with Monica early Saturday morning. I am so thankful to find a salon that opens so early. I got a color and cut and both were great. The staff was nice and very helpful. I will be back. read more

Sherri has been cutting my hair for years now. The first time she cut my hair, she did such a nice job, that I cannot see ever having anyone else do my hair. She has a lot of female clients, but she is equally as good with men's hairstyles. I will continue having Sherri style my hair for years to come. read more

NOPE. Asked for my long layers to be freshened up, when I entered my hair fell mid back -- I left without at least SIX inches of my hair. As the "chop"stylist kept talking the hair kept falling and when I walked out without $85 (service and tip...yeah mom raised me right) I had the WORST hatchet job ever. Uneven length in the back and absolutely no shape in the cut to work with this morning. I gave myself almost a full day to "sleep on" it before reviewing. The one star is for the clever unassuming location & exterior and then the open concept & design inside. My bad for thinking that a busy salon would equate to fabulous service. I'm over the tears and grieving for the lost hair because it's a done deal. But I most certainly won't be back nor will I ever recommend. My one and only recommendation is to add some Kleenex to the cute little "goody" bag. I could have certainly used that MUCH more than the pocket calendar and breath mint. Ugh! read more

Julie did such a great job with my blue and purple balayage! Its exactly as subtle as I wanted it.

I am a new customer. The stylist, Nam was highly recommended. The salon was quite busy for a Friday mid-day. The front desk was very pleasant and efficient. The salon itself is extremely clean and although busy, it appears to be a smooth running operation. Now, Nam took his time with a color consultation. We decided on a good color for me. And he explained, why it was a good color for me. When I left hair looked great. I highly recommend the salon, and also highly recommend Nam. I will be returning. read more

I hired Nam to do my hair and makeup for my wedding day this past July. He met with me twice before the actual event to try out different styles, going out of his way to schedule one of those trial sessions on the day of my bridal shower. :) Nam is a true professional. He delivers exactly what you ask for, usually even better. He is efficient and flexible; he styled not only my hair for the wedding, but 5 of my bridesmaids' and my mom's hair as well. The original plan was for Nam to only style 4 heads of hair that day, but he quickly adapted his plans to include some frantic ladies in need of his help. Throughout the whole morning, Nam was calm and funny. It wouldn't have been the same without him! I highly recommend hiring Nam Nguyen for any special occasion. read more

I had an exceptionally great experience here! I've been trying to go for some time but couldn't fit it in my schedule I just happened to be in the plaza and doubtfully walked in for a blow dry thinking they wouldn't be able to accommodate me like most other salons but to my surprise, the receptionist set me up with a stylist right away! I am very pleased with the service and the staff was so friendly! I would definitely consider going back. read more

I love this salon. I'm here every 6 weeks for a cut and color. Donald is the owner and he really takes the time to consult on color choice and style. The color application is always spot on and the cut is always flawless. The staff is super friendly and very helpful. read more

I've been going to Positive Image for my (men's) haircut for years. Charlie has been cutting my hair for years. I love everything about this shop. I can make a standing appointment for a year ahead. Shampooing my hair before my haircut is included in the cost. The shop is clean, and all the staff are friendly and competent. read more

I have been going to Positive Image for years now and I cannot imagine going anywhere else. Donald has done my hair, as has Sherri, and they are fantastic. Sherri is a great listener and is always willing to discuss the pros and cons of a particular hairstyle or color. Believe me, she has saved me from myself on many occasions and has offered suggestions that I never would have thought of, but love!! Julie is not only a fantastic stylist but is a masterful makeup artist. There really IS something for everyone here! read more

I had 2 good haircuts here, but the third attempt was rotten. I arrived 15 minutes early and my stylist hadn't arrived. The receptionist finally called her and said she had been unable to see that she had an appointment due to "computer being down" but was on her way. I waited til 30 minutes past my appointment (45min total) and Cecilia never showed up. Receptionist asked if I wanted to reschedule --uh, NO. I wrote the owner to complain and received no reply at all. When I make an appointment a week in advance, I expect the stylist to be aware of her schedule. I expect the receptionist to be empowered to offer some compensation for my wasted time. I expect a reply by the owner when I write to him. This was not a positive image, and they lost a customer-and don't even appear to care. read more

This was my first visit to the salon for a haircut. I made it clear what I was wanting, explaining I wanted a few inches off and even using my hand to show where below the shoulder I wanted it to be. I commented several times how important it was to me to be able to put my hair in a ponytail. What happened next has been irritating me all weekend and will have me angry until my hair grows out long enough that I'll be glad to spend $90 at a higher end salon with someone who will listen to me. My hair dresser began cutting and once the first cut is done there is no turning back. I watched as she butchered my hair and it is now slightly above my shoulder when dry. I have thick hair which further angers me because I can barely pull it back without strands coming loose and getting in my face. The fact that I have a 1 yr old and we're hitting summer and the humidity is setting in, I now have a haircut I hate and will have to find extra time to manage it to not have it be completely frizzy on a daily basis. Honestly, all I wanted was a simple haircut with some layering in the front. Should that be too much to ask? read more

I got a decent haircut, except that it wasn't what I wanted at all. I went in for a deva cut and specifically asked Cecilia, the stylist, to leave certain portions longer. She failed to do this, and also failed to cut with the curl, giving me a traditional bob that looks like a helmet on my head. All the curl has vanished from my hair. I'm horrified. On top of that, she spent the whole time talking about her family, which was ok for the first 15 minutes but really annoying after an hour. I won't be going back. What a waste of money. I'm so disappointed. I was too afraid to ask her to fix it because I thought she would just make it even worse! read more

Nam is AMAZING!! I came in 3 weeks after getting awful color somewhere else (my hair was black and orange - ugh) and he completely transformed it into something you'd see in a magazine. He balayaged my hair and styled it so beautifully! Though I have lived in NoVA for 14 years, I've never found a stylist I liked and would travel over 700 miles to get it done in Nashville. Well, not anymore - Nam is my guy!! read more

Love this place! I have been going to Helen for more than 10 years and have never had a negative experience. She even offered to come to my house to cut my hair when I was pregnant and on bed rest. read more