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    Salon BOIO

    3.7 (31 reviews)
    PriceyHair Salons
    Closed 1:00 pm - 5:00 PM

    By appointment only

    Updated a few days ago

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    Services - Salon BOIO

    Blowout

    Chemical treatment

    Color only

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    Left: what I showed to Lauren, twice. Right: what I got (uneven blonde, brassy balayage). Very upset.
    Gem M.

    After a couple months of deciding what hair color I wanted, I finally settled with an ash brown balayage on my dark brown hair. Prior to my appointment at Salon Boio, the last time I had my hair done was over 10 years ago, so I was looking forward to getting a new look. I stumbled upon a deal on Groupon for a full balayage with Lauren, and I found her Instagram to view her previous work and proceeded to contact her to set up an appointment and discuss what color and style I desired. I sent her a picture of the balayage color and cut I wanted (attached), and we set up an appointment later that week. On the day of the appointment, she asked to see the picture again, then she began the coloring process. Long story short, the final result of my hair was a light, brassy blonde balayage that is unevenly blonder in the back and browner in the front. It did not resemble what was in the picture that I showed her, twice. I was at fault for not speaking up at the salon (she had another client waiting), but I contacted her the following day to explain that it was not what I wanted and that I was unhappy with the results. She immediately called me and explained that the problem was that the toner wouldn't deposit in my "ethnic" hair. We discussed the options and prices points for fixing my hair color-$20 for each additional toner and $25 for a blow dry. My main issue is that she knew my expectations from the beginning but did not meet them, and as a result, I have to pay additional to fix a hair color I didn't want in the first place. The following week, I called the salon to speak with the owner, Shavon, and after explaining the situation to her and expressing that I was not happy with the results, she said she would call Lauren and get back to me. When she called back, she explained that because I used a Groupon I was responsible for all additional costs, like the toner and blow dry. I expressed my concerns and disappointment to Yelp Talk, and it was brought to my attention that what had occurred was the infamous "Groupon Bait & Switch," where a business offers you a great deal on a good or service but what you get in reality is subpar to what is promised to you. Note: prior to my appointment, the Groupon fine print did not mention "additional fees apply for additional color," so the fine print was changed some time after my appointment. I was charged for color before the fine print ever mentioned it! This was my first time getting my hair done at a salon, and I am very upset that I was treated this way.

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    Sharon T.

    This salon is beautiful, modern, and spacious. They do everything here. Not only do they cut and style hair, they also offer eye brows, teeth whitening, weight loss treatment and pedicure manicure. The location is a little tucked away off of Hoggard st.. in Norfolk on the same road as ToysRus. They are right beside the Ichiran ramen restaurant. The salon is new and very updated, and I really love the set up and the blow dryer chairs.. never seen so many of them in one salon. I've never gotten my nails done here but I hear the woman that does it is one of the best by far. Recommended by Lauren my hairstylist. There is so much to offer at this salon. I come here mainly to get my hair done by Lauren. I can't trust anyone to style and color my hair like the way she does it. She made my hair a wonderful red with copper tones..she just toned my hair since my reds were fading. my balayage hair is on fleek.. looking healthy and bouncy. She styled my hair with gorgeous curls to give my hair a dramatic difference. She knows how to make anyone's hair look AMAZING!! I've gone to her only 2 times but seriously, I'm so impressed with her talent. Book an appointment with Lauren Taylor.

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    I've gotten my hair done twice here and my wife once. She got braids and they came out great. My first time I got brown highlights and they came out okay. Second time I went to touch up my highlights and she dyed only the top section of my head and it came out orange. The rest which was the bottom section of my hair was still dark brown. I also recommend this colorist to my friend before I went the second time because she did good the first. My friend spent the whole day at the salon because she wanted grey pieces and it ended up green so they has to redo it and it eventually fried her hair. I don't recommend the colorist. Everyone else does an amazing job.

    Kelsi E.

    I went to Salon BOIO for an appointment with Lauren and I loved my experience and my haircut! I got an overall dye job and haircut and both were fabulous. The salon is beautiful, very modern and chic! Everything was clean and organized, which made the experience truly enjoyable. Lauren, my stylist, was so personable and made me feel very comfortable during my visit to the salon! I loved how she took the time to ask me questions about my hair and what I was looking for before we got started, it reassured me that my hair was in good hands. What I loved was that Lauren took the time to style my hair after she was done! My hair has seriously never looked so shiny and healthy! I left the salon ready for the day, no touch-up or re-do needed! I will definitely be scheduling my next appointment at Salon BOIO with Lauren!

    Horrible service. I was unsatisfied with her service

    Stylist attempted to bully me into removing my review from her page . I will continue to spread the word to family and friends

    Gabriella D.

    Ana is so on point! Referred to see her and she did not disappoint. She is very professional and has so many unique charms and ideas for a manicure. Her freestyle is dope and she is so artistic that the work she does turns into a master piece. She also did my lashes. She works quickly and has a very gentle touch. I've gotten many compliments and I will return to her again!!! Thank you

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    The best Salon in the Hampton Roads Silk Presses.... Custom color... Curly Cuts and more!!!!

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    couldn't have had a better hair stylist do my hair! lauren really tries to understand what you want and doesn't leave you disappointed!

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    Shavon is AMAZING, a complete master of the latest techniques, impeccable style, and utmost professionalism.

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