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    4.9 (72 reviews)
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    Applying hair extensions

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    Curly hair! Who knew?!
    S C.

    Amanda at Salon One Six One gave my hair new life. Literally did not know my hair was curly until she styled it. So fun! And, she walked me through the styling steps patiently and made it all manageable to actually get done on a busy morning.

    Thanks to the artistic gifts of Lillian, my hair is going to look fabulous for the holidays. Not only is she a great detail oriented stylist, but she also has a gift for hair coloring and for communication. I've had the same hair coloring done for many years and decided it was time to make a big change. I stopped in at One Six One, told them what I wanted done, and the two stylists at the counter decided Lillian would be best choice for me. I had my first appointment with Lillian today and went home with a gorgeous hair cut and a spectacularly beautiful rich hair color. Her expertise along with her kindness and her attentive listening skills really lifted my spirits. I love the calmness and simplicity of this salon, so although my former stylist left a year or so ago, I decided Salon One Six One was the kind of place I wanted to stay with. I made the right choice.

    before: washed out copper balayage
    Alexandria H.

    well it's official: Christina is a MIRACLE-WORKER. She came in on her day off (right before a winter snowstorm!) to fix some pretty unsightly hair. I'd gotten a balayage 3 days prior that was not all ALL what I wanted, and Christina set me up and got me in for corrective coloring ASAP! In addition to her master coloring skills, she is also super fast, professional and sweet! I'm so happy with my end results. Thank you SO MUCH for taking me from Kurt Cobain to confident. I love love love my rich vacation-ready color!

    Simple hair cut --just as I asked. Next up is hair color!
    Chie F.

    Just had an amazing haircut with Emma... she is a charm & outstanding conversationalist. Love her! She was gentle in her handling of my hair & myself. Her optimistic, encouraging & loving attitude towards my awkwardness about getting my hair done professionally was especially healing. She's a perfectionist that enjoys communicating the ins and outs of hair-science/chemistry so you'll be sure to walk out with some solid education. Make your appointment today.

    Katherine A.

    Charlie is the best in St. Louis and I hear great things about the entire team in this Salon. He takes his time getting your cut perfect and checking in with you along the way about length, volume, etc. The studio is clean, calm, and tidy which makes the whole visit feel like a mini vacation. There are plenty of Aveda products which will be explained and offered but never pushed or forced. This is a St. Louis owned small business with solid service and staff, let's support their great work!

    Melanie V.

    Dominique did an awesome job! I'm Mrs. indecisive about anything and everything and she was patient and friendly with me changing my mind. Had good recommendations on what to do with my hair. I will definitely be coming back for my next cut.

    Emma did my blonde hair color with a conditioning treatment and it feels like silk. Highly recommend this Aveda salon!
    Kiersten L.

    I was recommended this salon by a friend. I booked my appointment same day in a hurry to get ready for a baby shower. I went in for a hair cut and was super impressed by Emma! She gave me a beautiful haircut with the botanical treatment- which made my hair legit feel like silk!! Love it. Affordable price for this Aveda location compared to Clayton.

    Fantastic job by Dominique. Much needed treatment and perfect cut.

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    They got my daughter in the next and did a wonderful job on her first color appointment.

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    It’s beautiful! I didn’t get to see it curled. Thanks for coming in!

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    I love Salon One Six One! Charlie makes my hair look GOOD!!!

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    Everyone else at the salon is as delightful as Mykala is-and the owner, Charlie, is so funny and entertaining.

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