As my usual hair stylist was out of town on vacation, I went to see Ruby based on her high Yelp score and a number of the positive reviews. She has a rented individual salon stall to the left of the Macys entrance on the first floor of the Wheaton Mall. It is kept clean and neat. I was in dire need of a haircut and real refresh for my short do before an international trip and she definitely delivered--and at a fair price. She was friendly and good at asking questions to make sure I would be satisfied. She took her time and did an excellent job. I will for sure keep her in mind for future visits and also will happily recommend her services to others. read more

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Got a great trim today from Ruby! As a gal with long, wavy/ curly hair, it it hard to find a reliable and affordable option for a haircut. Ruby was kind, efficient, and I'm very happy with the result! read more

Spent 90 mins on my curly, thick hair and did a great job! I got many complaints and my hair stayed straight for 4 days! read more

Ruby's Hair Design - Awesome at straightening thick, coarse and curly hair! I got so many compliments! She spent 90 mins on my hair and did a fantastic job! - Hair Stylists Near Me - Wheaton, Maryland

My family has been seeing Ms. Ruby for seven years and I should have written this review much earlier! She does a wonderful job with my son, daughter and myself every time and it is always great to see her. She is really great with kids, but I'm really happy with my grown up hair cut! read more

I am so happy I found Ruby. I have been searching for an affordable place in Silver Spring after years of paying too much in DC. She gives a great haircut for a great price! She is also very kind and quick to respond. read more

Ruby's is great! On time, professional, responds quickly, & wonderful at following your wishes. Could not be more pleased ¡Ella habla español, también! Muchísimas gracias, Ruby. Hasta la próxima, Sonia read more

Ruby is absolutely incredible! She's been cutting my husband's (unruly, difficult, wavy/curly with several cowlicks!) and my (very straight and slippery) hair since we moved here almost 5 years ago, and I've recommended her to every friend who's moved to the area. (My friends' younger sister, who lives over an hour away, scheduled a haircut with Ruby to coincide with a visit to see us because she trusted Ruby to give her a good pixie cut since she's seen the results on her sisters' hair.) She could honestly be charging way more for her services and doing the Washington bigwigs' hair, but her prices are very affordable and she's incredibly talented. Ruby has been very supportive of my family's COVID precautions too; she always masks during our appointments, and when we told her we want to have her give our baby his first haircut, she suggested we can come in for an appointment first thing in the morning to make sure he's breathing the cleanest air possible since he's not old enough yet to wear his own mask. She's basically part of our family now, and I would recommend Ruby's Hair Design to literally anyone (just make sure to treat her extra well please!) Also: she worked absolute wonders on my postpartum hair (iykyk) read more

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Great haircut. She really listens to what you want done as well as being a joy to talk to. I was very comfortable with Ruby immediately. Very happy! read more

My daughter was home for the holidays and in desperate need of a haircut. Ruby was super accommodating and gave her the exact style she wanted without the crazy sticker price! Definitely will return for my own haircut next time. read more

Five stars!!!!!! Okay so I'm home but my old hair dresser has moved to Ocean City so I had to search for a new hair healer. Yes, my term for hair dressers, weave healers, hair healers, hair magicians. All the above! So I'm looking and looking and for the life of me could not find any consistent reviews. Then I happen to find this one.... Everyone rated Ruby 5 stars! Say it ain't so! No way! Wow! Okay so I decide that I am going to try her out. I book my appointment and come in. She was attentive and also made it a point to text me to confirm my visit. I came in and she sees my madness. She says she can't do it. I'm devastated! I'm almost in tears. I was doing highlights and a touch up. She says she needs more time and I was a little late. Ugh! She also says that the color I told her was not correct! Ahhhhhhhhhh! So I asked her just to straighten it. She did an amazing job! After talking to her and learning how intelligent she was about hair I rebooked my appointment. Boy am I glad I did! She is the real deal! No seriously! She knows her stuff! My hair was perfect without a toner! That has never never ever happened to me! Had the bleach on to perfection! Impressive! I'm in love! I already told her she can never leave me! You want a true professional, you got it in her! Way to go!!!!!! read more

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I have been going to Ruby since 2019, and I am SO glad I found her ! I have wavy/curly hair and it's so hard to find people who know what to do with that. I like to get my hair cut wet (not dry like a traditional "curly cut") and she accounts for shrinkage really well! I've loved every single haircut I've gotten from Ruby. Her services are also super affordable too. read more

New to the area, I scheduled an appointment based on her previous reviews. She was quick to respond to my request for appointment and made scheduling easy. Ruby did a fabulous job cutting my hair! She did a great job on the blowout as well. I have just found my new stylist! read more

I had my hair colored by Ruby last week and LOVE it! She took the time to listen to my questions and helped me make a good decision based on what she recommended. I am very pleased with the end result. I will come back again! read more

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Ruby is fantastic. I saw her for the two years I lived in the DMV (DC area for you out-of-towners), and was satisfied with each visit. Being from the midwest, it was hard to find an affordable (in my mind) and quality place to get my fine, thin, and split-end happy hair done. I was so happy when I first saw her a few months ago, and I have been going to her for cuts since. I usually go for a trim, and I've gotten my hair blown out a few times, and my hair always looks great when I leave. My hair is super thin and flat, but when I leave her it's always full and shiny. And you can't beat her prices! $35 for a cut and blow-dry? Yes, please! Ruby is also great to talk to; super nice, relaxed, and makes you comfortable. I moved back to Chicago in May 2019, and I definitely miss this place. read more

I was visiting from out of state, and Ruby fit me in. She did an amazing job with my cut and highlights! She is very knowledgeable and professional. I'm tempted to go to her every time I visit! read more

Ruby did a fabulous job with matching my hair color. My hair cut was also great. She listened carefully to my request. I will go there again for sure! read more

I had my hair cut by Ruby at least three times. My hair had finally gotten to the point where I could have a good looking bob. My first two weeks experiences were certainly adequate. My last one was very disappointing. it was not until I got home that I realized what a poor haircut I had received. I did not request Ruby to redo it because I did not have the time in my schedule to return to the salon. I trimmed up my hair myself and decided to move on. read more

Ruby is an AMAZING hair stylist!! I happened upon her salon because of previous yelp reviews and was skeptical to try something new, but she did not disappoint! She truly listens to your desires and also offers a great professional opinion on what she believes will look best for your hair! I got a shampoo, cut, color, and blow dry and my hair looked fantastic! She is such a kind, honest, and sweet lady and my salon experience with her was one of the best I had! Honestly, I believe the prices of her salon offerings do not match the quality she provides! Her prices are SO reasonable and the quality of her work cannot be beat! I HIGHLY recommend going to Ruby, whether it's for a cut, color, etc. She's going to be my go-to hair dresser from now on! read more

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This hair stylist is difficult to contact. I reached out multiple times over a long period of time. When I did get in contact she stated her prices went up, but did not disclose the price. She was also unwilling to schedule an appointment. read more

It was quick and uncomplicated to schedule my first appointment using the Yelp email contact. My request for a new hair style was carefully considered, creatively questioned, and then cut just as asked, with the highest level of care and quality. Everything was pleasant and relaxed, in a well-lit, comfortable, clean, attractive, private, and quiet space. I loved the experience and look forward to return. The services available here are a rare combination of expert skill, personal attention, good atmosphere, and reasonable pricing. I was so grateful that my need to wear a face mask for health protection was respected and accommodated as a simple matter. Parking is easy and very nearby. read more

Been here twice, will continue to come until I move from the area. Ruby isn't just skilled, but also a joy to spent an hour with chatting. during COVID: VERY safe, she met me outside and then walked me to her own private room. read more

I have had the worst experience with hair dressers until today. Scrambling to find a short hair stylist I visited two different salons before I found the amazing, Ruby. I texted her in advance and to my surprise we she had availability. Her directions were easy to follow and the salon is conveniently located at Wheaton mall. She was extremely patient and made sure I explained thoroughly what I wanted before we started anything. Informed me of what best suits my hair, helped educate me with styling. Our conversation wasn't forced our awkward. I'm so in love with the shape and texture. I no longer have a mushroom head. She was gentle throughout the process and never once rushed. I have nothing but positive feedback and would highly recommend her as a stylist for short and long hair alike. read more

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Always knows exactly the right shape for my hair, does an excellent job! Very friendly! I would recommend Ruby to anyone, I drive from DC to see her :) read more

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Ruby is a great example of why I love Yelp. I would've never found her on my own. I was skeptical given the low prices but after looking at all of the pictures uploaded I decided to give Ruby a chance. A couple of messages later we settled on a time in the same week that I messaged her. I told her what I wanted, she shared her suggestion, and got to work. I couldn't be happier with the result. She kept the length of my hair which was my number one priority, added some long layers, and blow dried it. A normal shampoo, cut and blow dry would be $35 but because my hair is longer the price was $45 -- still very cheap!! I also ended up buying the leave in conditioner she used in my hair for $15. After all of that plus a 15% tip, I still paid less than I would have in a salon in DC. I'm so happy I found Ruby. She's my new stylist! read more

Ruby Ruby Ruby! My new go to! I reached out to Ruby for a last minute appointment when I needed a haircut corrected in a super short timeline before leaving town. She answered quickly and we agreed on a time that worked well for us both (a Sunday morning even!!). Ruby took a lot of time to listen to me, look at my hair and the photos of what I wanted, and talk through the past haircuts and how we get to my ideal. Ruby is friendly, funny, attentive and precise. My hair looks and feels incredible. Also, she is insanely underpriced for her skill level. I look forward to returning to Ruby for coloring and getting this hair where I want it to be! read more

Since my longtime hairdresser closed down her business at the start of the pandemic, I've been trying salon after salon with no luck. I tried a lot of the fancy, highly rated "salon and spa" type places in Bethesda and Rockville. I have medium wavy hair with layers and bangs. Inevitably, I'd end up with layers that made me look like I had a helmet on, or worse, a mullet. Or the bangs would be short. Or they'd be too afraid to take any length off and it would just be flat in the back. I found Ruby on Yelp and through google reviews which were ALL stellar. But so were the ones for those "salon and spa" places. I figured I have very little to lose. At least this wouldn't be as expensive. Oh wow what a surprise -- she's absolutely fantastic. I showed her the same photo I showed everyone else of my favorite haircut from my old hairdresser. And in about 30 mins, I had my pre-pandemic haircut back! Perfectly layered, even, just......perfect. I am SO happy that I could cry. Thank goodness for Ruby. I've found my new hairdresser!!!! read more

Ruby is fantastic. I've been seeing her for months now. Being from the midwest, I've been trying to find an affordable (in my mind) and quality place to get my fine, thin, and split-end happy hair done. I was so happy when I first saw her a few months ago, and I have been going to her for cuts since. I usually go for a trim, and I've gotten my hair blown out a few times, and my hair always looks great when I leave. My hair is super thin and flat, but when I leave her it's always full and shiny. And you can't beat her prices! $35 for a cut and blow-dry? Yes, please! Ruby is also great to talk to; super nice, relaxed, and makes you comfortable. I'm moving back to Chicago in May, and I will definitely miss this place. read more

Wonderful experience. Ruby is highly skilled. Pleasant. Peaceful and relaxing experience.

Ms. Ruby was very sweet and very attentive. She really listens to what her client wants. As I told her earlier before I left her salon, I am now her client for life as long as I live here in the area. read more

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After reading many reviews on yelp I decided to take a chance on Ruby and visit her for the first time. It was a chance I was very scared to take, but I'm very glad I did. Ruby was extremely polite and understanding as soon as I walked in the door. My hair is extremely damaged thanks to years of home dyeing my own hair, and I was afraid that I would end up with huge short spots due to breakage from the wash and blow out. Thankfully, she had experience with damaged hair and was able to wash, cut, and blow out my hair without any problems, and even provided me with helpful tips to make sure my hair stays as strong as it possibly can in its current state. My hair hasn't felt this bouncy and healthy in years! My hair looked so tangled and wild when I walked in, but when I walked out it was smooth and shiny. She pays such close attention and really cares about the cut she's doing. I initially wanted bangs, but due to a cow lick I have near my forehead she warned me that my bangs wouldn't lay flat. I would have never known if not for her. I have a feeling I'll be going to her for all of my future hair cuts :) The longer hair is my before and the bob is my after :) read more

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Ruby is amazing! I found her here on Yelp and getting in contact with her to set an appointment was super easy. She was very quick to respond and was able to get me scheduled right away. Seeing her this morning was a joy. Ruby made me feel welcome and had no problem taking to me about what I had in mind for my cut. She made wonderful suggestions that looked amazing! I will for sure be seeing her again when I'm ready for another cut. read more

Ruby is the BEST hair stylist hands down!! She is beyond phenomenal at hair. My hair always looks AMAZING when she's finished working her magic on me; plus she manages to perform her artistry in such a way that's sustainable by a complete hair ditz like me! I know you other girls know what I'm talking about... it's one thing for your hair to look outrageously good the day you visit your stylist, but check back after the first shampoo and see what's what--with Ruby I don't have to worry, my hair looks just as good when I style it myself!!! The very first time I met her she took the time to really listen to what I wanted and she used her expertise to help me develop a strategy to maintain my beautiful hair going forward. She's in a really cute section of Westfield Wheaton Mall called Salon Plaza, near the Macy's. If you park under the garage near Macy's it's right there. Her space is clean, private, and peaceful. She works by appointment since Salon Plaza is not really conducive to walk-ins, but I bet if you're already at the mall and stopped by for a visit she'd gladly fit you in if she's available! Bottom line, I won't go anywhere else to get my hair done! read more

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Great for adult and kid cuts! Ruby is a hidden gem. Truly. I was hoping to find someone who could cut my hair and my girls (3yo and 20mo). She has exceeded my expectations. 1. First hair dresser that has come up with a cut that really met all my needs! I'm hooked. She listens to what you want and considers what you have and finds the sweet spot! 2. She is so great with kids! My 3yo loves "Ms. Ruby" and my little one did great for her first cut. She also has great ideas for their hair, considering what looks good and what is realistic for management. 3. She has private space which was perfect to contain my little ones. We can come for a mom-and-girls date without stress. Ruby is also super mellow and understanding of toddler energy. read more

Ruby did an awesome job with my haircut - will definitely be coming back next time. She listened to my ideas and gave really great advice about what style would work best for my hair and care routine. read more

Ruby is amazing, as a stylist and as a person. I always have complete confidence that she will make me look the best I can possibly look. She has a true talent for color; I was a natural blonde as a young adult, and now that I'm older and retired, she makes the blondness appear perfectly natural, which cannot be easy. She's great at cuts too, always making the cut complement the face. And it is a pleasure to go to her salon, she is so genuinely kind and supportive. I have paid a lot more for cuts and hair color that were not nearly as well done, so I guess I'm now a customer for life. read more

Ruby's attention to detail--what type of hair I have and what type of cut I wanted in addition to the length at my ears and around my face--was impressive. Her approach was professional and personable. Glad I found her. I will be back! read more

Ruby was very pleasant to talk with and did a great job with my hair. I'll definitely be coming back here!

Yep the reviews were legit. Ruby fit me in with short notice on memorial day weekend. She listened carefully about what I wanted, cut conservatively and had the gentlest touch in the world (I'm tender-headed). My color is uniform and there isn't a grey in sight... or even those lighter strands that you know are grey under the color, but you tell yourself they look like highlights. None of that. Her prices are great. 60 for color and 25 for a layered bob, can't beat that. Finally, Ruby is just plain nice. She has a really kind disposition, and I never felt rushed. I've already scheduled my next appt. read more

Ruby is the absolute best. She cuts both my kids' and my husband's hair. She's so nice, she does a great job on squirmy kids, and is affordable. We will be using her services as long as we live here! read more

I had been cutting my hair myself for a couple years before I went to Ruby to get my hair cut before my senior prom, and never went back to doing it myself! She's absolutely incredible, and will carefully listen to whatever you want for your hair (for me, that changes a lot!). She also did my hair for my 18th birthday party. Every time I leave her salon I feel refreshed and beautiful. read more

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