My straight perm was amazing! Very kind & sweet stylist. The process is about 3-4 hours. Hair is super shiny & straight. Sadly my only issue is a trimming I got. Which I didn't initially make an appointment for. Before we started she mentioned my bangs were slightly uneven on the sides. Last time I got them trimmed was about 2-3 weeks ago and I usually curl them so it isnt too bad. But I agreed a trim would be needed. For reference, I have layered side tufts some of which I have been growing out. When she went to "trim" my bangs. She cut them extremely wide & my tufts with them. I sat there, not wanting to seem upset. I did express how I felt at the end & she was super apologetic and asked why I didnt tell her. Not much to say when you are already cutting them off. Completely change the shape & the style of my hime/hush cut. I know they will grow back and I still think the japanese straight perm is beautiful! But I would advise to be weary getting any trimming or cuts here. read more

Salon Ava - Super wide bangs - Hair Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I've been looking for a place to cut my hair ever since my relative who's been cutting my hair since I was little moved to the mainland and been to other places but there was always something missing. Ava has done a wonderful job at cutting my hair and it brought back how my relative has been doing for so many years. I have found a place that brings back the nostalgia, expertise, and experience I've been missing. Thank you so much Ava and the staff for a wonderful experience and haircut! read more

I've been getting more white hairs lately, so I figured I'd stop fighting it and lean into the silver fox look for a little fun. I decided to bleach and tone my hair, and I'm really happy with how it turned out. The color came out great, the tone looks clean and natural, and it was exactly the change I was looking for. The whole experience was easy and comfortable, and the price was surprisingly reasonable for the amount of work involved. If you're thinking about trying something different with your hair, I'd definitely recommend checking them out. I'm glad I went for it and would do it again. read more

Salon Ava - bleach and toned my hair - Hair Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I'm just really upset about how thin it looks at the bottom. The lady asked me if I wanted to thin it out and I told her maybe a little if needed but NOT too much, I don't want it to be thin and now it already looks like I need a new haircut again. She didn't even show me the back upon leaving so I never saw my hair until I got home. I would have just cut it shorter if anything to even it out but she already cut it shorter than what I initially asked for. The first picture is how they cut it, second is the photo I showed them and the third photo is of my hair the day before. read more

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I was on a mission to try & find a stylist that I could not only stick with but trust to do my hair with an easy to work with attitude & Great work ethics, especially the communication between hairstylist & clients. I appreciate it so much when a stylist can look at an inspiring photo & get close to mastering that achieved look. This is where Brandon, my Awesome new stylist comes in! I had gone to Mehana Salon in my town city of Kapolei where the stylist there (Nani) had effe'd up my hair. I paid her $500 plus a generous tip to do a honey & ash blonde balayage. Well turns out she not only knew My hair was thin but foil/fried the shit out of my hair! This was NO Balayage! I got Full highlights with very little to non toner at the end! My husband & All My kids hated it! I looked 10 years older & The bottom line, She couldn't care less but she lost my families business that was seeing her for over 20 years! Anyhu, Ladies & Gentlemen back to Thee Wonderful Fantastic Ava Salon & The Awesome staff here. All so very polite & friendly... even their little poodle pup. I showed Brandon the hideous haircolor & cut that Nani at Mehana Salon gave me. & I did explain to Brandon that it took me a year and a half to grow it out with several Keratin treatments & hair trims. I'll insert the picture of before (the ugly) & after Brandon at Ava Salon had worked his hair magic on me. I gave Brandon 2 photos that surely did come from Ava's Salon. One was caramel balayage & the other was Mocha balayage. I told him i didn't want the upkeep for the moment so no ash blonde balayage please. & I gave him the reins to do his best & told him I trusted him with his color combo. He did just that. He put me at ease & Walked me through the first few steps of process & Also told me that he was gonna add foils but nowhere near leaving me under a dryer. It came out BEAUTIFULLY done. && Way under the cost that Nani at Mehana Salon took from me. Ladies, Gentlemen & Teen kids if ya'll are looking for a salon that razzle dazzles you then come here. My girls & I are now ongoing clients from here on out. It's soo worth the drive. read more

Ava is the best!! You go in and they make you feel like a movie star. Hair washed, then cut and then two people working on you to get the full experience and guarantee, at Salon Ava you will feel happy and satisfied. Always love that I can trust someone to cut my hair. Always love that Ava is part of my self care squad. read more

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First off, the online scheduling was easy, and anyone who lives here knows parking can be a headache, but that was also easy here too with the free parking on the second floor. staff was super friendly and welcoming. They even offered me a cup of coffee that actually tasted high-quality, which really set the tone for the visit. For my cut, my stylist knew exactly what she was doing. I gave her a general idea of what I wanted, and I was very satisfied with the result. If you want a sharp fade or a clean trim and a relaxing experience, this is definitely the place! I also don't know what shampoo they used after my haircut but it smelled nice and I felt so refreshed. It wasn't just a quick rinse, they really take their time with the head massage and make it feel like a premium service rather than just a chore after the cut. This salon isn't the cheapest, but it's definitely the best value for the money that I've come across so far. read more

Salon Ava - Getting a fresh cut! - Hair Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I had a great time at the salon. I wanted to treat myself to a wash and style at a new salon and I found Salon Ava online. They were so sweet and during my wash they suggested a scalp treatment. They let me know how long it would be and how much it would cost before it started. Since I was on a time crunch I took out the style and had them focus on a scalp treatment. I think this is gonna have to be part of my regular hair care routine now. I definitely recommend giving it a try if you have scalp issues! read more

Been cutting my hair here for over 20 years and still going cause she is the best in HawaiiHer care and aloha is fantastic In fact I think she's getting better and faster read more

It's was my first time coming to this salon. Jonie did a very great job with my hair. I showed her what I wanted and she cut my hair the exacly what I asked for. I will definitely come back read more

Brandon did an incredible job with my hair. Result came out even better than I expected smooth, polished, and exactly what I wanted. He really knows what he's doing and takes his time to make sure everything is perfect. By the end of the appointment, I left feeling so happy and confident. Despite the delay, quality of work and overall experience completely made up for it. I already booked my next appointment with him! I'll absolutely be coming back. Thank you for making me love my hair! read more

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It was such a great experience! Brandon did an amazing job with my hair and truly brought my vision to life--he even enhanced what I originally asked for and made it better than I imagined. I really appreciate the time, care, and attention he put into my hair. I absolutely love how it turned out! Highly recommend booking with him--you won't be disappointed! read more

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Proplr please don't get fooled. They said contact then so I did. I did video and sent then photos guess what. After they see all my pictures he said sent previous pictures. Omg they say it's freezy hair... wow so spending $300 outcome is burnt hair and it's okay.. it's my fault that I don't have previous pictures now.. so read more

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Scheduling online was easy. It's my first time here tryin it out. I got the owner Ava. She ask what I wanted. I did a haircut service and wanting layers and thin out my hair . She was amazing! The service here was great! My hair was really thick and long. It felt so good to chop it off granted I only cut it once a year. Definitely will come back here again. read more

I dyed my hair in Saipan, and was looking for a new salon here in Hawaii! Tina is very detail oriented and got my hair looking healthy again. I am so happy with the results and will come back again. 10 out of 10 read more

I went in for a layered cut and styling and it looked amazing when they were done. I'd been looking for a new hair salon for a while now and I'm so happy I found Salon Ava! It's such a hidden gem--you wouldn't really know it's there since it's tucked away in a cute little boutique space right above a Palama supermarket. The staff were the sweetest and I really appreciated that they actually listened to what I wanted. It's hard to find a local hair salon that's actually talented and affordable in town. They really took their time to make sure my hair was on point before I left, which I loved. Honestly, I've been to those super expensive salons before that didn't do nearly as good a job. So glad I found this spot, I'll definitely be back! Thanks Ava! :) read more

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I highly recommend Salon Ava. They are very responsive. Online scheduling was easy. I went to see Brandon & he is a great communicator. I thought the personal appt. reminders from the salon was very nice too! Brandon listened very well to what i wanted and he's very meticulous while he works. You can tell he takes pride in his work. I think Brandon and the salon deserves way more recognition. They all seem so kind and location was easy to find. I will definitely come back. 10 out of 10 read more

I love Salon Ava! I wanted to change my style and Ava and her staff did such an excellent job. They're always very accommodating to my busy schedule and I would definitely recommend this salon! My hair has always been a very dark color and now with this new color it's really softened my look. Ava also cut and styled my hair so it feels lighter and healthier. I'm so grateful! read more

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OMG, my daughter got her first haircut at Salon Ava and she looks adorable! We wanted something that would match her fun personality and be easy to maintain. I didn't know what style I wanted for her, so I left it up to the stylist and she nailed it perfectly. It suits her face shape so well and has this bouncy, chic look that is just too cute!!!! As soon as it was done, I had to snap a few photos to send to the fam. Everyone loved it! It's such a 'big girl' look for her. Absolutely love how it turned out. The staff was also very sweet throughout the whole process, making it an enjoyable experience. If you're thinking about a bob or any haircut for your little one, do it here! Thank you Salon Ava!!! read more

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I went to Salon Ava a little over a month ago. I went to see Ava the owner for my haircut. I am very pleased and happy with my haircut. I wanted a butterfly haircut and she did it exactly what I showed her on the picture. Highly recommended! She's very nice and she will tell you if need a little more trim which I wasn't hesitant because I trust her. I would definitely come back for my next haircut. read more

I finally got around to cutting my hair after 5+ months. I've been coming to this same salon for a few years now, and I keep coming back because it's close to where I live and they always do a great job with my haircuts. They even threw in a free wash too with my cut. It came out to be ~40, which for most areas in town is pretty reasonable I think. Their dog is also super cute! My head feels so much lighter now and I left the shop feeling completely refreshed. I'm glad I finally stopped by for my long overdue haircut. read more

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I don't like leaving bad reviews, but I had to say something. Basically they charged me $500+ to turn my hair orange. My hair was dark brown (dyed). And I understand that it's a long process to make it light brown again, but they knew they messed up and it left me crying. To start, the stylist double booked himself and instead of rescheduling me, he stuck me with a random stylist that seemed lost the whole time. They said they toned my hair but I looked like a pumpkin at the end. Not to mention, the older woman who worked on my hair, seemed rushed and immediately walked out the door after curling my hair. Idek if she toned my hair. I would have asked her to tone it again, but she was gone. She also barely spoke English so after she dried it, I couldn't get through to her and ask about the color. Or even the possibility of toning it again. The stylist, who I was supposed to see, was still working on someone else's hair. Keep in mind, I saw him for a consultation on a Monday and he scheduled me for that Friday. So idk how someone got booked at the same time. The guy at the front desk was nice and could tell I was sad though. He gave me a free hair mask. But all the employees gave me this look of "oh sh*t that looks bad". I think they were waiting for me to say something, but I was just so embarrassed. It felt like everyone was judging me. I asked about the color and when I could come back to get it fixed, they said two months. That would mean two months of bright orange hair for me. And the stylist (that barely worked on my hair) told me my photo was unrealistic and "looked white". It was a picture of someone with light brown hair, not white. The same picture I showed him at the consultation. Idk why he held that in til the end of the appointment anyways. I got flustered because it seemed like he was mad at me for even asking for that color. I didn't even know how to respond except with "I didn't think it looked white" and then I got quiet. Ended up crying in my car in their parking lot for 45 mins until going to Ulta and asking them to fix it. Ulta toned it and put a gloss in it to at least make it look normal. I was so embarrassed and hated how I looked that I even cried in front of the Ulta employees. Not proud of it...but it happened Bottom line, I'd find another salon. read more

I had a great time at the salon. Suzy, my stylist, was very sweet and attentive to my requests. Would definitely come back read more

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I was recommended to come to Brandon from a family member. Brandon was friendly and did my haircut exactly how I wanted it. Very professional and accommodating! You can book online via fresha! Parking lot is small (they share the same lot as Palama market). Overall, I had a great experience and would come again! read more

Relocating to Hawaiʻi has meant making countless decisions, but one of the things I stressed about most was finding someone I could trust with my hair. Having used the same stylist for the past 20 years, I was worried that I would not be able to find someone that was talented with color and cuts, and that I could talk and relate to comfortably. After weeks of reading Google and Yelp reviews, and asking around for recommendations, I decided to take a chance on Salon Ava and was booked with Jonie. Upon meeting and talking with her, I felt at ease. She truly listened, asked questions, and wanted to understand exactly what I was hoping to achieve. My previous stylist used a "painting" technique to blend my gray hair into my black-brown color. Jonie absolutely nailed it! The color she did makes the gray look like natural soft highlights, and the cut she gave me is what I wanted. Her talent and genuine customer care put my worries at ease, and the entire experience was great! read more

This was my first time at the salon, and Ava made it a great experience. I love my haircut! She listened to what I wanted, offered thoughtful suggestions, and gave me ideas for things I could try with my hair in the future. I appreciated her expertise and felt completely comfortable throughout the appointment. I'll definitely be back! read more

I have been coming to Salon Ava for over 10 years now. Not once have I ever had a bad experience. Young takes really good care of me and made me feel comfortable. I highly recommend giving her a try. read more

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I needed roots colored and my haircut for an upcoming trip this week. I made a same day appointment online and it couldn't have been easier! Jonie was my stylist and she is wonderful! Having self colored for a long time, I had multiple colors running through my roots (along with the gray)! Jonie blended color that when put on my roots, brought everything together and it looks great! I have long curly hair and Jonie definitely brought my curls back to life without sacrificing the length. I am so happy to have found Jonie and Salon Ava! I highly recommend both! Thank you Jonie! read more

Relaxed vibe, excellent service! Wasn't not sure what style I wanted, but Ava and staff performed magic and gave me a wonderful new style with toner and a stylish cut. Will definitely return when on another inter-island trip. Mahalo for updating my style! read more

Amazing service! Fair pricing and my hair came out great. My cousin, mom, and I came in to get our hair done for a wedding and they all did amazing! Though it was suuuuuper windy, my curls stayed intact haha read more

Salon Ava - Brandon was super professional and did exactly what I asked - Hair Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I asked is they could match my hair to the color shown, Tina said yes I woke up the next morning and let the salon know what my hair looks like they told me they could fix it the next day at 4 I said let me move my schedule around I text back and they gave away my appointment then make me wait another day which is Saturday I rearrange my entire schedule again I show up 10min early and saw she was finishing up as the girl leaves the chair she took another appointment in front of, to let someone walk around with orange hair is unacceptable then to prioritize making money without fixing your mistakes are wrong that was my last straw expecting me to sit there and wait while they took another client, I go to leave and they start physicality pulling my arm not to leave it caused a scene and I became embarrassed, the son was very kind to try and reschedule another appointment over text I said I was too upset I have moved my schedule around to accommodate your store who messed my hair up I would not recommend business here I also have all text messages proving my side read more

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This is my second time coming here again, and it's still a great experience! The staff helped me and made sure that I was able to get what I wanted for my hair. Brandon was the one working with my hair, but the other ladies stepped up to assist him too! read more

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The staff were very friendly and accommodating! I was looking for a place that could provide haircut and color services at the last minute, and they were able to fit in both my mom and me, which I truly appreciated. Overall, the service was fast, the services were affordable, and the hairstylist was excellent--she was able to recreate the reference hairstyle I wanted perfectly. My mother was also very happy with her haircut and color! read more

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The service is top notch, and quality of work is impeccable. I always leave feeling so relaxed from the pampering and cool jazz vibes. Ava is an artist! Mahalo. read more

I made an appointment with Brandon for a Japanese straight perm. It was done in 2.5 hours which is so quick! I was scared it would be too flat, but it's not too flat and feels so nice!! If you want silky smooth hair without frizz especially on humid rainy days where nothing else works, get a Japanese straight perm! You won't regret it if you come here. read more

Salon Ava - Japanese straight perm - Hair Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Enjoyed the staff that worked on my hair today. Great customer service and experienced team.

Great service and incredibly kind staff! I accompanied a friend for a 10:30 AM appointment, and they were ready for her the moment we walked in. They even checked on me frequently, offering water and coffee while I waited. ​Shout-out to Suzy, who did an amazing job! She brought my friend's vision to life while prioritizing hair health and finished the full highlights right on the 2.5-hour estimate. The pricing was excellent for the quality provided. 10/10 recommend--I'll definitely be coming back for my own hair soon! read more

Salon Ava - Finished product!! - Hair Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Very skilled, professional and friendly. I felt like the hair dresser knows different hair type well, and makes recommendations that works for you. read more

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My friend's been a regular here for years so I thought I'd give it a try. Since we went in near closing time, the shop was actually super quiet and really calming. It was the perfect low-key way to get a haircut without the midday rush. The stylist was able to help solve this piece of hair that always sticks out when I get my haircut so I was happy about that! read more

Salon Ava - Excited for my new look! - Hair Salons Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I just got out from Ava Salon. I had the Magic Hair Treatment. By far, the best hair straightning treatment I have ever had. ( i had a few, trust me) Ava and her Sister were my Stylist and they did such a great job. I even made another appointment for next month. I walked out of there very confident and Happy. Thank you Ladies! Oh, and they took me in right away, booked yesterday for and appointment today. Keeping these talented professionals, as my regular Stylist, for sure. Highly recommend! Mahalo! read more