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I understand why Nails by District is one of the most highly rated salons in the city…read more After a recent unfortunate experience at another salon that left my natural nails damaged, I was reluctant to try again. I decided to give this spot a shot after reading the reviews, and I'm glad I did. The service was well done and never felt rushed. Most importantly, I was treated with kindness and respect. I didn't have to advocate for myself once--my tech was attentive to my needs and respectful throughout the appointment. I was completely relaxed and left with nails I love. I'll definitely be back and look forward to my next appointment!

Wasn't too fond of the service offered and mainly because I pointed out a flaw in my nails and the…read moreolder woman who came over to correct it became rough and began speaking in another language while making faces at my hands. That in itself was enough for me to never return here. I do not support poor customer service and while my original nail tech was cool, the person supporting her was not. Also safe to say that I was not greeted upon entry and waited until someone finally realized.

1.7 mi•Logan Circle, Downtown

Dip nails with design

Vivian is the BEST! She is so patient and a perfectionist, you will always leave happy!

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nailsaloon - Logan Circle

4.1(391 reviews)

Minus one star for the absence of massage chairs. The place is really cutesy, and the staff are…read morewarm, welcoming, and friendly. They offer a variety of beverages while you're being pampered. My man and I visited for a pedicure, and it was nice that they seated us together. Back home in California, I have a specific technician who does my pedicures--she's not afraid to dig in and tackle ingrown nails. The person I had while visiting had a gentler approach, despite my request to dig. It was clear she wasn't very experienced, though she was sweet as pie. On the plus side, she did an outstanding job with polishing my toes.

10/10 for everyone on staff here, but especially Uka who is meticulous and sweet. This is a place…read morethat knows you by name when you enter their space, even though they must see hundreds of people each week.

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Charming Nails

4.3(207 reviews)

0.0 mi•Georgetown

First and not my last time!…read more I've found a gem in a location I don't frequent often because of the crowd but this place wasn't chaotic at all and the service was fast and excellent! Thanks to Sophia for taking care of my nails and providing me with what I requested. She even offered great tips on how to book the next time and how to select service add-ons. At the conclusion, I loved my nails and appreciated the policy on chipped nails and their willingness to fix it. It's a small location but very cozy and accommodating. Definitely hope to be back soon for a follow up service! FYI: I did the Gel X extensions which were $70.

Charming Nails is the best nail salon in DC, and I've tried many! The quality of service is…read moreamazing, and every staff member is kind and detailed with their work. I used to bite my nails and felt like I'd tried every type of polish and extension to no avail until I started coming here. Turns out the secret to breaking my habit was the precise builder gel application and refills I get every time I come here. The Charming Nails space is exactly as advertised, very charming. They don't need to hide behind fancy decor because the luxury is all in the treatment and care you receive here. The prices are also hard to beat. My nails have never looked better and I look forward to coming back each time I leave.

1.0 mi•Dupont Circle, Downtown

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Beautiful regular manicure (and pedicure not pictured). Will be coming back!

Famous Nails Spa

4.7(65 reviews)

Went here for my birthday to get a quick pedicure! Service was amazing and quick and was easily one…read moreof the best pedicures I've gotten in the last year. Great shaping, clean supplies and super kind techs. Did the spa pedicure and they did not skimp on oils or lotions. Would recommend !!

Julie did a wonderful job on my nails! She was very attentive - thank you for a fantastic…read moreexperience!

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Bliss Nail Lounge

4.3(547 reviews)

1.8 mi

Got a Gentleman's mani-pedi. They did a great job. Good price and good customer service. Only a few…read morepeople speak English so sometimes there was a challenge communicating but there was at least one person there to translate so it worked out. And the best part, my nails look great and there was no pain or tickling in the process.

I recently returned to Bliss Nail Lounge for another gel manicure, and unfortunately this set of…read morenails was not up to the same level as my first time. My technician was nice, but seemed to really want to get me in and out of her chair as quickly as possible. I have never kept my hands under the UV light for less than 60 seconds per layer, but at one point I timed it and my hand was under the light for 15 seconds. It was truly: finish one hand, immediately change hands to put under the light. I questioned it internally but figured she knew what she was doing. I got my nails done on a Tuesday, by Sunday one of my nails was chipped. Bliss has a policy that any chips within 10 days can be fixed for free, so I went in the next Wednesday to get the nail fixed. Again it was incredibly rushed, 15 seconds max under the light. By Friday the nail chipped again. Two days later another nail chipped. Less than two weeks and the manicure was already chipping. A disappointing experience compared to my first time there.

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Gloss Bar

4.0(152 reviews)

2.2 mi•Shaw, Downtown

Ashima does amazing eyebrow threading! 10/10 experience and great vibe! Nails were also done so…read morewell and got the best massage... definitely recommend

I searched for a new DC nail tech after my last one moved. I saw one review about someone's…read moremanicure chipping after several days and I can confirm. I went on a Sunday morning and found the front desk a bit frantic despite there being 3 people working there. One pedicure tech finally sat me (for my appointment) but the foot bath wasn't functioning. Amber was my tech and moved me to another chair. While she was pleasant I thought the charge of $120 for a gel manicure and pedicure was too much given the lack luster environment. However, what cemented for me this place is horrible is that within 2 days the gel manicure chipped! First it was 2 nails. Now, 4 days later 3. I called and they wanted me to come back there to have them fixed. I said I would never return and they gave me some money back as I insisted. But the continued deterioration of the service after just days is clear this isn't good good nail spa. I don't recommend it and I wouldn't return.

Peeled of nail polish later in the day

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Dupont Nails & Spa

4.1(788 reviews)

1.1 mi•Dupont Circle

I've been seeing Vivian every month for almost three years now. She is an amazing nail tech and…read moretruly takes the time to know her clients. I'm very particular with the shape of my nails and she has it down perfectly. She recommends colors she knows I would like when I am undecided on what to get. After a combo of skipping a pedicure (never again!) and tight shoes/exercise last year, one of my toenails started to irritate me and since then she always takes special care to prevent discomfort by making sure it looks and feels ok. Vivian is a talented pro and wonderful person. I always look forward to our appointments and catching up with her! Additionally, the front desk staff is very friendly and helpful. The salon is clean and well maintained. They took COVID protocol very seriously, only recently lifting mask requirements. Definitely recommend making an appointment - best nail salon in DC!

This place meets all the expectations. From the professionalism to the care of service they don't…read moremiss

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Jadore Beauty Spa

4.1(269 reviews)

1.2 mi•Downtown

been here several times for a pedicure and each time is amazing! its rare to find prices this good…read more also I love the fact it includes a free drink. I keep coming back forever :)

I visited for a gel manicure after finding the salon on Yelp. Unfortunately, the experience fell…read moreshort of my expectations. The nail technician (male) who worked on my naturally healthy nails did a poor job. The process took much longer than necessary, and without my request, he applied gel builder, which I didn't want or need. Typically, my gel manicures last at least three weeks without any issues at all, but this one barely made it a week before breaking and chipping. The finish was also noticeably bumpy, far from the smooth, polished look I expect from a professional manicure. I've attached photos to show the subpar results. While the ambiance and staff friendliness were highlights, the quality of the gel manicure itself was a huge letdown.

Nails and lashes by Harley @jadorebeautyspadc

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nailsaloon - Capitol Hill

4.1(125 reviews)

4.0 mi•Capitol Hill

Make continues to be my go to for pedis and hard gel. Her work is flawless and she feels so…read morefamiliar and like family to me. The cleanliness and kindness of the staff is palpable and it's truly our happy place !

I had Bella and she was awesome! Very clean and detailed manicure. My mimosa was great too. Love…read morethis place!

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Persimmon Nail Spa

3.8(337 reviews)

1.6 mi•Downtown

Great nails every time! This location is close to my work location so I normally pop in after work…read more They have great nail techs and are sooo nice. They offer extra massage for $10 and I usually get it!

I had a mani pedi at Persimmon when I was in DC last weekend, and it was a fine salon. I showed up…read morein the afternoon on a Saturday, and they weren't too busy (less than a 10 minute wait). The technician who helped me was friendly and did a good job. It was definitely a similar quality and experience as I have at most nail salons nowadays. No extra frills, but a solid job, and quick, too.

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Brianna B.

177

3 years ago

Shockingly Deceptive Practices - Buyer Beware! FAKE HAIR EXTENSIONS! Video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C_pghtZLMcFkhLZECZBfuVFtQC2xmahu/view?usp=sharing I am utterly appalled by the deceptive practices and lack of professionalism exhibited at this salon. After being a loyal customer since August 2021, my recent experience has forced me to reevaluate the trustworthiness of this establishment. The issues began with a bizarre request about not bringing my dog, which LoAnn never bothered to address. Little did I know, this foreshadowed the extensive problems I would encounter with the hair extensions and services I paid for. In January 2022, I shelled out a whopping $950 for what was claimed to be "high-quality, 100% real human hair." What a joke! The problems commenced with color mismatches, and the only solution offered was to add more rows, or to continue to come back so they could attempt to re-dye it (which I did, three times). By June, the extensions were falling out in clumps, despite my diligent efforts to care for them. The final straw came when I discovered, through an entirely different salon, that the hair I purchased from here was nothing but cheap, plastic-based imitation hair. Shockingly, this fraudulent misrepresentation was known to both LoAnn (owner) and Tasha (stylist), as evident from a Yelp review by another disgruntled customer (scroll down to see Ashley B's review). This revelation leaves me questioning the integrity of the entire operation. I am not merely dissatisfied; I am outraged! The $2,780 I wasted on fake hair, misrepresented as premium quality, is unacceptable. I demanded a refund. Instead, the owner sent me on a wild goose chase, forwarding emails to me from the entity that provided them with the hair. I articulated that I had no business with that entity and continued to seek the refund due from the salon, only to receive no response. I am left to choice but to escalate this matter to the Better Business Bureau, DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection, and the Attorney General. I am also preparing for a lawsuit and exploring the possibility of a class-action lawsuit to address the systematic deception of extension customers over the years. If you have had similar issues, please message me so that we can collaborate and end this fraud for everyone. read more

Cecily R.

15 years ago

I was torn between two and three stars here, but I tried this place after reading the high ratings and rave reviews and I just really have to disagree. I came to Salon L'eau to switch back to my natural dark brown hair, after having had it dyed red by my stylist in California a few months previously. I explained to LoAnn that I wanted a dark, cool-tone chocolate brown and no red, and she said that she could do it. Apparently it's pretty hard to get red out of hair, so if she'd told me she didn't think she could do it that would have been fine and I'd have gone somewhere else. I'm sure it's obvious where this is going: she just put brown dye over the red, left it on for a really long time while beginning work on another young woman, and when an assistant rinsed out the dye, it appeared to still be red. I then sat dripping for about fifteen minutes while she tried to find someone to blow it out for me. It wasn't just that the dye didn't take; during the time she was working on my hair, LoAnn was full of ideas about how she should complete change my style to make me "more sexy." I told her that I was happy with the style I had and that "sexy" wasn't really my goal, but she was really aggressive about trying to push some of these ideas, which I disagreed with, including short bangs, and thinning my hair out through the middle with a razor blade (??). When I politely told her I'd think about it, she seemed offended, and ignored me the rest of the time I was there. So by the time I'd been sitting with wet, red, evidently extremely unsexy hair for fifteen minutes I just wanted to find out what color it actually was and go home. I asked it someone could just blow a bit of the top out so I could see the color and LoAnn got mad at me for being impatient (out of fairness: at this point I absolutely was impatient, but I was still trying to be polite) and told me it wasn't red. I looked at it in the salon light, outside, in the bathroom, and it was slightly darker but clearly red. I'm giving this place two stars and did consider three because it's a gorgeous space, the assistants seemed nice, and LoAnn didn't insist on charging me for the color, which I really appreciated. Everyone else seems to like her, so maybe she was just having a bad day. read more

Kristen P.

16 years ago

I just visited Salon L'eau for the first time this weekend, having followed my favorite hairstylist, Greg Whittington, over after his recent departure from Erwin Gomez Salon across the street. I was very pleased with both the staff and location. The salon is slightly offset from Wisconsin Avenue and it is just enough to be close and convenient, to the center of town, but it is situated on a pleasantly shaded, tree lined street with the remnants of the old Georgetown trolley tracks, which I thought added to its charm. The building has the appearance of a refurbished, historic townhome that the neighborhood is reknowned for. It's cheerful yellow exterior is very welcoming and the entrance was bright and airy, where I was greeted by friendly faces at the front desk. While I always really enjoyed Erwin Gomez, and it remains a fantastic salon, this space had a little less of the hustle and bustle and it was much easier to have a conversation without the din of the loud music and such drowning you out. Greg's chair is in the lower/downstairs portion of the salon and it had plenty of natural light from the patio canopied in a giant skylight, as well as a very spa-like, peaceful/relaxing element to it that makes you want to take a deep breath and enjoy being pampered. This aesthetic made my experience there comforting and enjoyable. I highly recommend Greg to anyone that is search of an EXCELLLENT colorist, especially with blonde tones and highlights. I usually walk in and give him a fairly vague idea of what I want through description, and can totally trust that with his artistry, I will leave with an amazing cut /shape and color. I have yet to be disappointed in the 2+ years I have been going to him. The salon also carries/uses Kerastase products, which I am particulary fond of, so that was an added bonus for me. I highly recommend giving this place a shot if you are looking for a great salon in the area or are new to DC! Number for an appointment: 202-625-2220 read more

Cindy M.

2 years ago

I've been visiting Kate at Salon L'eau for haircuts and styles for the past year. Every visit confirms that she is the best stylist I've ever had. She consistently remembers my style preferences and understands my hair, delivering personalized care and exceptional cuts. Not only is she a master of her craft who is passionate about her work, but she also makes me feel comfortable and welcome. Kate recommended a keratin treatment for my hair, and I went for it on my latest visit. Having been skeptical, I was astonished by the outcome. It has completely transformed my hair from coarse and frizzy to incredibly smooth, far beyond anything I have achieved with my flat iron. For the first time, I'm not dreading the humid summers of Washington, DC! The exceptional service extends beyond the stylist chair. From the moment I walked in for my first appointment, Carlos, the salon manager, welcomed me by name, making every interaction--from scheduling to check-out--a breeze. Salon Lea'u stands out as a high-end salon without pretentiousness or judgment. It's a place that not only delivers exceptional hairstyling and treatments but also values the experience and comfort of its clients. I highly recommend Kate and Salon L'eau! Here, excellence is a standard, and every visit feels like a treat to yourself. read more

Heather R.

18 years ago

i completely agree with the other reviewers. went to jean luc which is now called salon leau and lo-ann lai is the owner. i'd never heard of this place before, so i was kind of nervous, but after reading the review on here i decided i'd give lo-ann a try. made a last minute appointment with lo-ann (she was nice enough to squeeze me in) and she was AMAZING! this was honestly the best haircut i've had in years...and as a plus, she was sooo nice. we had fun chatting the whole time she cut my hair, and normally i feel awkward talking to a stylist i've only just met. i asked her to keep my hair long, but told her that i wanted to add some side bangs and some funky new layers. not only did she do exactly what i asked, she exceeded my expectations! i've been getting compliments on my hair everywhere i go! i will definitely be going back to this place...i'm not surprised the other reviewer's been a loyal client for years! *note: if youre short on cash, just go for the haircut. lo-ann's pretty passionate about Kerastase hair products (which are wonderful but very expensive!) and may try to get you to buy some when you check out. also, make sure you actually HAVE cash because they don't take credit cards and you'll need to pay for your haircut + tip with cash. read more

Jenny O.

16 years ago

When my former stylist left DC three years ago, she referred me to Tori Platania at Salon L'eau (rather than someone in her own salon). I was nervous, having suffered through many a bad cut in the past, but I couldn't have been happier with Tori. I have long, very thick black hair which is difficult to style because it's heavy and coarse. What I like about Tori is that she listens to my concerns and collaborates to give me the look I want. For example, I used to dread the word "layers" because my hair often came out thin and choppy. Tori took time to explain why her particular way would work and the mistakes past stylists probably made in layering my thick hair. I trusted her judgment and have not been disappointed in the three years I've known her. She also does great color. My hair is naturally black and I've seen other Asian women's highlights--they often look brassy or unnaturally light. She uses a combination of high and low lights, taking into consideration the season (we go darker in winter, lighter in summer), to give me a warm, natural-looking color. I get a lot of compliments on my hair and I can honestly say that I'm incredibly happy with and grateful to Tori for making my hair fun and beautiful! read more

K P.

15 years ago

All those ladies who have been salon searching or staring longingly into the mirror, wishing their hair would suddenly look like a Victoria's Secret model's (or like a David Yurman campaign), look no further! I spent a long time reading reviews and looking at "best of" lists before booking with Valerie at Salon L'eau. I've had my hair styled by Valerie and I constantly get compliments on it! Valerie looked at my hair and knew exactly what to do. My hair is curly and very difficult to work with. Valerie has not only been able to tame my curls but also gives me tips on how to style it and the products I should use. Whether I wear my hair curly or straight, it always looks great and I owe that all to Valerie! It was wonderful to watch her work. After my wash and blow dry I looked fabulous and had the kind of hair I'd been looking at in magazines. She makes you feel like your her only client, taking her time to make you feel confortable and relaxed. It is always a pampering experience being in her chair.I am very excited (and relieved) to have found Valerie at Salon L'eau and have already started referring my friends. read more

Jacquelyn E.

16 years ago

I am a client of Tori Platania's, currently at Salon L'Eau. Tori is every woman's dream hair stylist, with her new york up the minute training, making her female clients look stunning with younger looks and terrific styling and color. Wherever I go in the world everyone wants to know who did my color. I have been with Tori for 10 years, for styling, brazilian straightening, and color. Tori combines your personal and professional needs with style that enhances your own beauty instead of the standard Washington bobs. She is thoughtful and honest and has fit me in with appointments whatever my professional needs. I feel 10 years younger with Tori doing my hair and I would never go to anyone else. Her eye for natural looking enhancing color is unmatched. In addition to Tori, Salon L'Eau has to be the best run salon in DC and has the best stylists in town and run by LoAnn and should be considered the most modern with up to the minute styling. read more

brown r.

15 years ago

I have been seeing Tori Platania for about 5 years now and it is a testament to her remarkable talent that I brave Georgetown, which I loathe, every few weeks just so that I can see her. Honestly, I'll never leave her. I have wildly, improbably, hilariously curly hair-- and it takes a very special stylist to handle it. Whenever I step into other salons to pick up products, other stylists gush over my hair and ask me who does it for me. Of course, I tell them all about Tori. And not only is Tori great with curls, she's great with color-- and it's not easy to get reds right. What I look for in a stylist is someone who can look at my weird hair and my face and figure out what'll look best without my having to micromanage. After all, what do I know? I'm not a stylist. Lucky for me, I've found that kind of professional in Tori. She totally knows what she's doing and I trust her more than I have anyone else who has ever done my hair. read more

Caroline K.

6 years ago

So happy with the color correction I received yesterday at Salon L'eau. Kate did an amazing job removing the color from my hair and reverting it back to a lustrous silver, with lowlights, to more closely match my roots. This was my first hair appointment since the pandemic began and my first visit ever to Salon L'eau. So glad I discovered this lovely salon and the thoughtful and talented people who work there. I was very impressed with Kate's expertise since color correction is very difficult and other salons had told me that it's impossible to do what I asked for. Kate was very attentive to me every step of the way, checking my hair throughout the multiple processes and ensuring all was going well. I felt very well taken care of by Kate, the owner LoAnn, and everyone I encountered. My hair turned out beautifully and I loved everything about my experience at Salon L'eau. read more

Hope H.

8 years ago

I followed my long-time masseuse Rosanna to Salon L'eau. It is a lovely place, everyone is warm and welcoming and I'm happy to be a new patron. Rosanna is the very best at her profession. I get a weekly massage for therapeutic reasons and have gone to many people in the past. Rosanna knows what she is doing, is a fine person and I never fail to come away feeling better than when I arrived. I highly recommend Rosanna to anyone who is wanting or needing to ease soreness, de-stress or simply relax. I would like to suggest to the management a way to make the experience better. Noise from stylists in high heels or heavy footwear directly above the massage room is something I experience every week. If they could wear shoes that do not have such a loud impact. I return every week because of Rosanna. If it were not Rosanna I'm sorry to say I would go elsewhere. read more

Nancy G.

7 years ago

I first visited Salon L'eau in the Spring of 2018 when I followed my wonderful stylist Paul Bosserman there. I have been going to Paul for over 30 years and can attest that he is truly, "one of the best" stylist in the Washington DC area. I always leave with a fabulous precision haircut while enjoying Paul's in depth wisdom and great sense of wit. Since I've been gong to Paul for sometime, I have had various cuts and styles and I can always depend on him to be up to speed on hair cuts, products, and even blow dry techniques. I always look forward to my appointments, not only for a great haircut, but great conversation as well. Paul takes the time to get to know his clients and is extremely respectful, courteous and a genuinely kind person. With that said, he has found the perfect match in Salon L'Leau. Marvelous salon, magnificent stylists. read more

Amy K.

16 years ago

Have been a client of Lo-Ann's for years - and she is wonderful -there is nobody in DC better for Japanese hair straightening (or color)!! I wanted to get hair extensions and Lo-Ann told me that for extensions there were 2 people in her salon she really liked - Valerie Carrasquillo being one of them. I had the extensions put on today, and Valerie was great. She came to Salon L'eau from Erwin Gomez a few months ago. So if there are any of Valerie's old clients out there looking for her and dont know where she is - now you know - Salon L'eau on P street! Salon L'eau is such a great salon - it is not pretentious (as some salons in Georgetown can be) everyone is always so nice and they always make you feel at home! read more

Beth C.

18 years ago

Carey MacPherson has been my sytlist for years because she is a true professional. She has cut and colored my hair, highlighted it and styled it in many different ways, and I have always loved it. She takes her time and really tries to give you the look you're after. I love the attention to detail, down to how she watches the timer, watches the foils come out, watches the color emerge and always adds on a conditioner or gloss treatment, if she thinks it's necessary. I don't know a lot about hair, and that's why I trust Carey to make mine look good. She is also amazing with kids and has cut my 11 year-old daughter's hair and my 13 year-old son's with great results. Book an appointment -- you won't be sorry! read more

Adriana T.

16 years ago

YOU MUST SEE TORI FOR THE BRAZILIAN BLOWOUT! I have been with Tori for over 5 years (and even followed her to this salon!). She suggested the blowout as a change of pace for me and SHE WAS RIGHT! I have very curly, long hair which can be tough and time consuming to deal with in the DC heat and humidity of summer. The process took some time but only because my hair is very long--but you only need 3 inches of hair or more to do it. I LOVE IT!! I am now a 'shower and go' girl--it takes me no time to style my hair. The best part--NO FRIZZ!! No matter what style you have, Tori will always make you feel glamorous. The salon is wonderful and Tori and the Brazilian Blowout are worth every penny! read more

Susan M.

17 years ago

I had been going to Tori Platania for 4-5 years, and saw her at another salon as well. I too had major issues with Tori's attitude and in her being unpleasant when it came to my input as to how I wanted my hair. You can't continue to treat clients in that manner and expect them to come back for more, as there are lots of talented hairdressers in DC to compete with. I have now found a very professional and nice hairdresser who is SO easy to talk to, and gladly listens to all of my concerns and suggestions. I actually enjoy getting my hair done now, and no longer have to "walk on eggshells" as I did when Tori was doing my hair. What an improvement! read more

Ch W.

8 years ago

Paul Bosserman is an expert stylist who has more than thirty years of experience. He has been cutting my hair for over ten years and I can trust him to give me a good cut every single time. He takes his time and cuts with precision which is something I really appreciate. He knows what works for me and what doesn't. I have had more than my share of bad experiences with other stylists (not at Salon l'Eau) but with Paul I can relax. I know that when I do my hair at home, it will fall into place with minimal styling, which is what I like. For reference my hair is short, straight and thin. C. Wallace read more

kellie k.

15 years ago

I'd like to let the world know about my favorite hair-stylist, Tori Platania at Salon L'Eau. Tori has been doing my hair for the past 18 months and it's never looked better! She knows what will work and what won't and is very honest about maintenance for some of the more extreme color ideas I've had. We've colored my hair several times and it always looks amazing....and she is able to look at a cut in a magazine and replicate it perfectly. She is also very charming and friendly. I drive up from North Carolina just to let her run her fingers through my hair....so that's saying something :) read more

Lynne H.

14 years ago

I highly recommend Bach Lam, a stylist at Salon L'Eau. It is no overstatement--Bach changed my life, or at least the part of my life that was preoccupied with my hair, my fine, limp, blah hair. Bach is a master cutter and stylist and a wizard at coloring. He has transformed my frog fur into a stylish mane on which I get many compliments. And he is a terrific, funny, caring person to boot. He has come to my house after I hadsurgery to do my hair. What more do you need to know? He's a mensch and a thorough professional. Get to know him. read more

Camille N.

4 years ago

I have been a client of Bertrand Capel at the Salon L'Eau for almost 2 years for color, cut and style, and I have received excellent service with every visit. Bertrand does magic with both the color and cut, and my hair is a lot healthier since I have started going to Salon L'Eau. I'm especially amazed at the precision with which he trims my hair, which can be seen especially when I tie it in a half pony tail or pony tail. This excellent service makes my trip from Annandale, Virginia, worthwhile, and I recommend his services very highly. read more

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(291 reviews)

This is my go to salon! I always come to see Yvonne and Z they are absolutely amazing. I always…read morehave a very specific look I am going for each time and she always delivers perfectly. I usually always ask for bangs with layers. The staff is also so incredibly amazing and everyone is so kind. I 10/10 recommend this as your go to salon in DC.

Cavalry salon was my first experience of receiving a hair cut in DC! It was one of my top…read morerecommended Yelp searches and I thought I'd give it a try. I called to see if I could do a same day appointment and they were so flexible! I was able to schedule one two hours out from when I called. I did arrive early as I did not want to take the metro and instead drove. You have to keep an eye out for parking. Just keep your travel time in consideration when visiting the area. The salon is on the second floor and is quite easy to find. I had Yvonne give me a haircut and she was so quick with the process. My cut was pretty simple and I just wanted several inches shorter with long curtain bangs. I had it styled at the end too! Not to mention, I was given a deep conditioning treatment. I'm not sure how much that costs but for all the services I received it came out to a decent price ($125). PS there's a store mascot here (some doggos) so just keep that into consideration if you have allergies. I'm sure if you have your dog with you this business is pet friendly.

Saint Germain Salon

4.4

(164 reviews)

Best salon in DC. Very professional. Rodrigo does a great job and has a lot of experience. The…read moreplace is clean, beautifully decorated and well organized.

Hair stylist offered very good mens haircut but talked non-stop and I had to ask her not to be so…read moreaggressive cutting my hair. Would leave salon more stressed than I was going in. Stylist was on time and staff were nice.

POSH Hair Spa & Waxing

4.8

(129 reviews)

Absolutely loved it. I am one of those people who schedules my biannual haircuts with my trips home…read moreto get my haircut by my same person. When I had to get my haircut in DC I was very weary as my previous experiences hadn't been great. Sally was wonderful. She listened to what I wanted and I walked away soo happy. She even styled it for the holiday! 100 percent recommended.

I've been seeing Sally for almost three years now, and I can honestly say she is the best…read morehairstylist I've ever had. I was originally referred by a friend who had been going to her for years. As an Asian blonde, finding someone who can consistently get the color right without damage is incredibly hard, but Sally nails it every single time. My color always look seamless, natural, and perfectly blended, and I constantly get compliments on my hair -- even from strangers. She knows exactly how to achieve the color while keeping my hair healthy. Posh salon is a very professional, well-organized business. Appointments are always on time, communication is clear, and the whole experience feels smooth and stress-free. She's warm, meticulous, and genuinely cares about her clients. She's often stayed late to finish my hair after hours. I can't recommend Sally and Posh salon enough. She's a gem!

Salon Omer & Spa

4.7

(14 reviews)

I came in as a walk in overdue for a cut. Love that their salon opens early. Omer and his staff…read morewere amazing! I love my new hair cut! Thank you guys so much.

Lovely owner and staff. Accommodating at the last minute. Gorgeous haircut and blowout w owner.read more

Salon Balayage

4.2

(53 reviews)

First visit. I had…read morethe Kerastase Fusio-Dose hair treatment with Maria and my hair feels hydrated for once and looks shinier. I have very bleached blonde hair and it's extremely dry and prone to a lot of breakage. No matter what products I use on my hair it never feels like it penetrates the hair shaft so I'm left with dry brittle hair every day. They were able to determine the custom booster treatment based on a quick evaluation of my hair which was applied after shampooing. Then they put me under a vacuum steamer for 15 minutes which was warm except for the last 2 minutes it was cold. Maria explained the whole treatment process so I would know what to expect. Then rinse and go. The whole process took about 35 minutes. Everyone at the salon was warm and welcoming and I can't wait to come back for my next treatment! I highly recommend them!

I dont really write Yelp reviews but my experience at this salon is worth mentioning. I came in for…read morea regular manicure after work on Friday. I had a lovely experience with the manicurist. When I went to pay, I showed them a yelp coupon that says $10 off any service. I was told they are not affiliated with yelp and can't accept that coupon. Weird, but okay. I left really liking my manicure experience and even thought this may become my new regular place since it's so close to work. Fast forward TWO DAYS to Sunday morning. My nails had air gaps in the middle of the nail and were chipped on all of the edges. I was surprised since it had only been 2 days and usually my manicures last me around a week. I called and left a voicemail asking someone to call me. No one returned my call - no worries, I was in Philly so I'd call call when i returned. When I got back, I called and spoke to Tiara - who was friendly and gave me an appt for Wednesday to come in. I'm thinking everything is fine - they'll fix the nails and I'll be off. I arrive and the manicurist (the same one I thought was great) started to give me a hard time about how if I don't do gel then of course it will chip after a couple of days. What manicure only lasts 2 days? It's not like I was washing dishes or cleaning - I was on business travel. Then she starts to lay into me about how I'm getting two manicures for the price of one. I'm thinking why is she giving me such a hard time? I offer to show her a picture of what my nails looked like Sunday morning but she said no, it wasn't necessary. As my nails are drying, she disappears and comes back with another woman whose first question to me was "were you so mad about the Yelp thing that you came back to get a free re-polish?" What?!? How incredibly rude. No - I am not thinking about a stupid yelp thing a few days later - I have bigger things on my mind. She also told me I lied about coming on Friday and that i came on Wednesday - I was not in DC on Wednesday and there is no way I could've come in then. She kept going at me about how I did all of this to get a free re-polish and made up a whole story and lied about everything. I could not believe she was calling me a liar and treating me so horribly over re-polishing nails. I offered to show her how my nails looked on Sunday - the time stamp on the photo does not lie which she didn't want to see. When I told her she was being incredibly rude, she said she was not and went to go get someone named Robert to prove that I was lying about leaving a voicemail. Why would I lie about calling or leaving a voicemail? What do I get out of it? I have never been treated so terribly before: yelled at and called a liar. What a bizarre experience. I will be going back to my regular salon - Spa Logic, where my manicure lasts more than 2 days and I've never been yelled at or accused of lying. Attaching the picture from Sunday.

Polin Salon & Spa

4.4

(40 reviews)

Another Yelp success story!…read more I have relatively simple, straight blonde hair so I don't think it should be THAT hard to find an affordable place to get some cut & color. It took me 8 years when I lived in Miami and even when I finally found a place, I didn't love the price. Five months into living in DC and voila! my dreams have already come true! Unlike other salons I considered for my first hair venture in the District, Polin is flexible with schedules. I called on a Saturday morning to book for an upcoming weekday and Yusuf offered to fit me in that day- something that while I didn't need, I appreciated! Come appointment time, he listened to what I was envisioning and made it happen. He didn't chop off more than what I asked for as so many stylists do and my highlights haven't looked this good in years (since they were natural!). I'm always a little nervous when check out time comes but I was so relieved/amazed to find I got incredible service (partial highlights + substantial cut + tip) for under $200. I'll definitely be returning and urge you to give this place a try.

I recently went back to this salon because of the price and the color. This time, Yusuf was so…read moreunprofessional, rough, and completely unapologetic for his rude behavior. During the highlight process, I mentioned two things I wanted: bring the color to the roots and to put more highlights near the front of my face. He acted so offended and just kept repeating that he would do the best that he could do, but no promises. Those are normal and simple requests that no other stylist has ever had a problem with. Then he shampooed my hair so roughly and yanked on my head so hard that my neck was bruised for a week. When his assistant was drying my hair, Yusuf came over & asked what I thought of the color, I said I noticed a few chunky highlights and then he proceeded to *YELL* at me in front of other customers! I told him not to yell at me and then he continued to yell about how he was yelling etc. To make matters worse, he didn't listen to me on how I said I wanted my hair cut, so I have chunky layers on just one side of my head. Finally I told him to stop and asked to pay so I could leave. I left crying from his verbal abuse and an aching neck. I will never recommend him and will tell anyone to steer clear. His personality and treatment of women is not worth the price tag.

Salon Sielo

4.6

(9 reviews)

Lennie is probably the only person who has ever cut my hair that understood what kind of cut I am…read morelooking for. She does a great job, and doesn't just buzz the sides and butcher the top in 5 minutes like everyone else. Plus she's a genuinely nice person and fun to talk to. She's also flexible with scheduling appointments and always sends me a text or two to the the week of my haircut as a reminder. I can't imagine going anywhere else.

Had a shoulder length cut with Hanane. She fit me in last minute and was fairly quick while still…read morebeing gentle with my hair. My haircut was $60 for long hair which is significantly cheaper than the majority of other locations in Dupont Circle.

Izzy Salon

3.7

(35 reviews)

I'm so happy to have found Izzy Salon here in Georgetown! Hanna is talented and so pleasant--her…read morecoloring skills are amazing, and she always makes sure I leave feeling great and happy. Since the moment you come in, everyone is so warm and welcoming, which makes every visit such a joy. I'm truly glad to have met Hanna and the whole team, and I would recommend Izzy Salon 100%!

Clementine destroyed the texture and color of my hair and salon refuses to refund or return my…read morecalls other than to say two different colors of hair--top half black and bottom half golden light brown--is "normal." Highly unprofessional.

Kamiya-A

4.5

(76 reviews)

Akiko is the best barber I've ever had in my life. She showed me how hair styling is an art form…read more She has a gifted eye for aesthetics - the results look effortless and will make you feel like you're about to walk onto a film set. She's also just an extremely charming person. I feel lucky to have found her!

Oh, Akiko has been my stylist for the last 15+ years. And now she has been my son's! She is super…read moretalented and the beauty is she is very caring and does listen to you. She understands your need, then she does the job, far-exceeding your expectations! She is an artist who cares deeply about her customers.

Chic Color Salon

3.8

(44 reviews)