Shan is a true master of curly hair as well as an absolute doll! He's attentive, kind and patient, spent 2 hours with my daughter, leaving her hair beautiful beyond like it's never been before... Although she is 13, she has never looked in the mirror more and tells me she will NEVER go to anyone else for her hair again! I can't wait for Shan to do my hair. Great environment, so comfortable and personal. read more

Absolutely LOVED my haircut from Shan Hair! I got mine done by Carrie and she was amazing. This is my first time getting my hair done at a salon specializing in curly/wavy hair. My whole life my hair has been frizzy, out of control, and I didn't know why. When I moved to America it calmed down a lot (I used to live in Malaysia where it's hot and humid year round) so I didn't need to do much exploration. No one ever suggested to me that I might have wavy hair. I had been trying to use curly hair products for a few months leading up to my appointment with minor results. I never got a lot of movement or definition from my waves. This haircut was a game changer. Carrie told me that my hair is extremely thick and heavy and was likely weighing down my curls. She was right!! She layered my hair and styled it afterwards and my hair came to life!! After the cut I've been able to style it with much better results and I'm so excited!!! Thank you so much Carrie. read more

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I visited Shan Hair for the first time last week and I will definitely be a repeat and long time customer. Kiki is fantastic and was able to find my groove with respect to my curls. She listened to everything I described that I wanted and turned that into the best curly cut I've ever had. I highly recommend her. True story - several days after my cut I checked in for a flight and the desk agent told me that I had the best curls she's ever seen. That compliment came from a women who also has beautiful curls. Needless to say, she really made my day. read more

Had a really bad experience where the front of my hair was uneven and way shorter than meant to be giving me a mullet basically there was so in-between pieces so a failed shaping of my face. I brought up that is was clearly uneven and the staff did not believe me even though it was very clear. The ended up having to cut the other side short to match which lost a lot of growth for me. I am so disappointed by this haircut I don't recommend this salon to anyone with more than 2 c hair read more

Shan Hair - My uneven Devacurl Haircut (for Curly Haired Clients) - Hair Salons Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

I went to Shan hair and was given the most wonderful attentiveness. It felt like a personal haircut. Shan and Kiki were a great team. I needed a substantial chop to get my hair back to a place where I could grow it after exposing it to so much sun and salt water- it was really damaged. I was supported and reassured that it would be best for my hair! Afterwards my hair felt, smelt, and looked amazing. Thank you for bringing my curls back to life (and curlier than ever)! I learned a lot from the experience about how to take care of my curls and maintain a healthy routine. After and before below Still so grateful after almost one month! read more

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Got a bomb curly pixie cut at Shan Hair from Kiki. Highly recommend to my short haired curly friends.

I have been getting curly haircuts for 27 years. In the past 15 years that I've lived in Boston, I've had a difficult time finding someone that can cut curly hair really well...until now. I had a cut with Kiki, and I told her a few things I was looking for. I had several lengths where the transitions between them were very choppy and noticeable. My previous stylist kept missing this even though I explained that I wanted to address that every time. Kiki did a great job blending the different lengths together and styled my hair perfectly. She's super nice, but (thankfully) not overly chatty while doing her thing. She puts her head down and gets it done! The day I was there, she was juggling me and two other clients (which is not typical, there was a mixup) and I still made it back to my car before my parking meter ran out. I loved what she did with my hair. She really knows her stuff! I'm so happy to find a curly hair stylist I can trust!! read more

Shan is simply the greatest at curly haircuts, hard stop. Professional, spunky, patient, and kind, he is a sculptor with the scissors and masterful with products. He makes my wild, thick, wiry, dry, silvering, frizzy curly hair look spectacular every time. I've been going to Shan Hair since 2014. I'm a lifer. I've tried many salons over my 40+ years of adulthood and found some great curly hair cutters here and there, but none so great as Shan. If you're looking for someone who knows how to curly hair, go here--you won't regret it. read more

Shan Hair - Hair Salons Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

After YEARS of searching for the best salon for my hair, I landed with Shan. He's the best! I've been getting my haircut and colored by Shan for over 4 years and there aren't enough good things to say. I trust him completely with my curls and my color has never looked better. I moved out of the city last year and still drive in to get my hair done. He's so thoughtful in how he supports his clients - whether you need advice and tips on styling, product, color or cut. Never pushy and always great to talk with. ​His staff is always so kind and accommodating. ​​The salon is very clean, safe, and always has great music playing. read more

Had a great haircut and experience with Kiki! Super talented and knowledgeable about her craft. Would definitely recommend for a curly cut!!

I had the most amazing curly hair cut from Kiki! She listened to what I wanted and my hair came out so healthy and perfectly styled! Would recommend to anyone who is in need of a curly cut! read more

I found this place on Google, I was looking for a devacut for a reasonable price and one that didn't have a waiting list! Stumbled on this place and I'm SO glad I did! Other curly hair salons near me are small and either not taking new patients or have really outdated websites that scared me away (I love being able to book online and avoid human interaction;) I booked with Kessandra, I could tell she was new because there were no Yelp reviews with her name in them. She came across pretty cold on the phone (when I called to see if she would cut my daughters hair - which she gave a hard pass) and also to let her know I was running late. When I walked in, she checked me in but continued doing work on the computer. Fine with me, i was late anyway. But I noticed some tension between her and another stylist and then the boss said to get off the computer bc she was already late for the appointment and that was a tense exchange. I thought maybe I made a terrible mistake by taking my chances on the new girl but I'm happy to report it was the best haircut of my curly haired life! Kessandra is trans and she mentioned getting harassed at her last salon. She has a tough exterior, which makes total sense if you have a history of being judged and harassed, but once that icy exterior melted, she was so delightful! Not only funny and warm, but she is an amazing teacher. She explained every step, how she was combatting my frizz issues, what to do at home, how to use the products. I didn't think I could do anything to get rid of frizz, but after she styled my hair it was nothing but beautiful healthy frizz free locks. I've had curly hair since puberty, over 20 years, and have had many different types of curly cuts, including Devacuts, but this was the best. I'm sure the other stylists are as good or better. But don't hesitate getting a curly cut with Kessandra. read more

After months of research, I found Shan Hair. I've been coming here for about 3 years. The salon is really clean and it's a nice atmosphere. Last two times, I've been with Mikayla and have loved my hair cuts. She definitely listens to what you have to say and I appreciate that. I think prices are very affordable as well. Last time I went, I felt like styling my hair was rushed and resulted in a very frizzy hairstyle (this hasn't happen before). The one thing that makes me give 4 stars is the fact that I always feel tension between the staff. Although everyone is doing their own thing, it doesn't feel like they get along well most of the time. Overall, highly recommend this salon and especially Mikayla!! My curls are flourishing. read more

I was lucky to get an appointment with Shan some two years ago and have been going to him since then. He is truly phenomenal! He taught me how to keep my curly hair hydrated which has been really great for me! read more

I had been trying to get an appointment since September as I had heard good things. I waited months and months for an appointment. Today I got an email from them that said my appointment had been cancelled. Turns out they had left me phone messages - except I had already told them TWICE I couldn't hear and can't use the phone. Maybe they are good with hair but they are not great with customers or the disabled. Yes, I accidentally missed a 5 min consultation (not a hair appt) as I mixed up the dates... as I already explained. But leaving voice messages for someone who can't hear is absurd AND THEN publicly posting that you "tried to reach me" is not accurate. Clearly showing respect to anyone with a disability is not a priority. The good news is that I at least received a personal response to my review - most of the other responses look like they were just cut and pasted over and over. read more

Carrie was incredible! She did a wonderful job checking in with me throughout the process, telling me her thoughts, making sure the aligned with my vision, asking me how I cared for my hair, and offering tips. It was, hands down, the best haircut I've had in years!! I'll definitely be returning! read more

Shan, Why have I not written a review of you yet?! It's been 3 years! Okay, Thanks to Yelp...I found Shan three years ago during my move to Boston and my long-distance (but forced separation) to my old hairdresser in Pittsburgh. Needless to say, I'm glad I moved! Shan is a wonderful hairdresser and friend to have! Not only is he consistent (I can sit in the chair and he basically knows what I want now) But he is meticulous and an obviously hair wizard/master/perfectionist. He specializes in curly hair but I keep a short/pixie haircut and he is the best at maintaining it and asking me what I want to change. Perks: Consistency! My hair always looks great Uses great products (my roommates always want to buy them bc of how good I smell after) Fun, Friendly, and Professional personality Plays great music during haircut Is up to par on technology/facebook/twitter/foursquare/scavngr deals and can fit you in if he has time (Has stayed late for me) Totally normal, expected, and not over-priced pricing as well. I could type even more but I can say this, I don't want to move away from my favorite hairdresser! Love you Shan! read more

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Mikayla did a fantastic Deva cut on my curly hair the other day! I live in Boston but deeply mistrust salons here. So for the past 10 years I've gone to the Deva Salon when Im in NYC for cuts. But since I had not visited the city in a while, it had been 2 years since I had a cut and I'd been relying on a bun forever. My hair looked like I lived in a cave when I had it out of an elastic, & that's how I arrived at the salon! lol - I needed help & kindness, & i found it here. CUT: Mikayla was wonderful. Not only was she energetic & entertaining to chat with, she was super precise & gave me just as good of a deva cut as I would get in NYC, and for less $$. She managed this even though my hair was 50 different lengths when I came in, due to my two years of "self-managed" hair cutting! My hair now is shaped, healthy, and I'm not hiding it under a bun every day. COLOR: Mikayla also is known for her hair coloring. when I arrived she was finishing a client who had the most natural strawberry curls I'd ever seen. I couldn't believe that she was normally a brunette - they looked gorgeous, and her curls were healthy. I didn't get my color done when I got my cut, but based on what I saw I'd trust her to do that too. GENEROSITY: What blew me away though was that she offered me help understanding how to color my own hair (my hair grows fast & needs color every 2 weeks which I do at home myself as I cannot afford to do in a salon). When I told her about my budget issues she offered to help me. She gave me excellent advice on how to tweak the color formula I was using at home to have better results. I've NEVER had a colorist help me like that! Usually it's all about getting you to pay for more services with them, which is frustrating when you cannot afford to spend $500 on your hair each month! But she was kind & helpful; it really made me trust her & the salon. Also, when I did ask her what a single process cost, I found out that her price is quite reasonable, so if you want color talk to her about what you can do. PRACTICAL STUFF: 1. if you drive here bring quarters for the parking meters. 2. If you get a deva cut, try to get there early, AND be cool with waiting a bit if your stylist has to start late. Deva cuts can take more or less time because curly hair is different on each customer, so DON'T schedule your appointment on a day you are on a strict schedule. Please be understanding if your stylist is late & if you need to plan your day, plan at least TWO HOURS. 3. Important: you need to come in with your hair down & dry so that your stylist can cut CORRECTLY. then you need to be washed & dried under the dryer until you are COMPLETELY dry again so the stylist can re-check the curl pattern & cut, and fix anything uneven. I mention this because I notice some other reviews in which folks were impatient with scheduling issues: a deva cut takes time, and can be a bit unpredictable in terms of how long it takes for each customer. This is why you should schedule your cut with plenty of time in case your appointment is delayed or takes longer than scheduled, & why you should plan on these scheduling issues when you make your appointment! Being patient will only help you in the long run: The more you can be chill about this the better cut you will get because your stylist won't be stressed if you aren't stressed. :) read more

I've heard wonderful things about this place from colleagues, friends and family members, so I immediately booked my very first devacut experience with hairstylist Mikayla. My appointment was scheduled for 3pm (1 hour before they close) and my appointment felt rushed. The actually cut was okay but the styling? my goodness, i left with flat hair. my hair is pretty curly and i left with waves - i was unhappy and confused. My stylist could see how unhappy I was by my facial expressions and said, "you know your hair - i bet when you style it it'll be better" the whole point of this experience was to teach me what i should be doing and what products i should be using. I'm bummed my experience wasn't the best but the reviews on yelp show everyone else had a lovely one. I don't think I'm ever coming back. read more

When Shan was a St. Louis stylist, he was my stylist, but sadly he moved away. As a fan of the Curly Girl technique, imagine how happy I was to discover that he has pursued extensive training in NYC at Deva Salon. (So much so that he is becoming a trainer himself!) So if he's in St. Louis or when I'm in Boston, he is the one for me. My curls never looked so good. He is a master of the "curly girl" technique and skilled at teaching me what to do so that I don't only look good when I come out of the Salon. He's taught me enough tips that I can almost make my hair look as good as when he styles it (almost!) read more

I cannot recommend Shan hair enough! I have had a lot of struggles with finding someone who can cut curly hair correctly without charging a fortune for it. I had Carrie cut my hair, and she did an amazing job. Her attention to detail is insane -- she spent almost 50 cutting each curl on my head to perfectly fit the image I had in mind. it's clear that she and everyone else at Shan Hair is incredibly skilled with curly hair, unlike a lot of hairstylists. The salon is clean with a great atmosphere, and bonus points for being so close to where I live. I highly highly highly recommend! read more

I am extremely disappointed by this place! Would not recommend it to anyone! They might be professional, but the way they treat clients is diminishing, unjust, louche and dishonorable. I have never written a negative review, but this experience made me feel really frustrated . They charged me wrongly for an appointment that i made 8 months ago without any reminders- calls, texts or emails. Hard to believe that a reputable place would have such an inadequate policy and rude tactics to simply hunt to get money from you. Sincerely, and as a local resident, I want to warn you to avoid this place not to fall victim of their policy and service! read more

Shan is AMAZING! Curly girls, he's the one for us! There is a reason that one always has to book months in advance, he is just THATS good! After a few years of less than good haircuts, I found Shan, told him what I wanted (volume is KEY for me!) and he was able to transform my hair into something even better than what I imagined. Shan is worth more than every penny for the haircuts that I get every three-ish months. He is the one man that I can trust! read more

I got my first Deva cut with Antonella about 2 years ago (2017) and it was amazing! My whole life I had been getting my hair cut by someone who treated it like straight hair, and Antonella did an amazing job. Unfortunately, the last 3 hair cuts I have gotten from her have been super disappointing. I have been telling her for 2 years that I want to grow my hair out and she consistently cuts it way too short. Echoing similar recent reviews about her, she seems to just do her own thing and disregards the desire to keep length by cutting the top/back to match the shortest curl. Also, the last few times I've been there she has been super distracted, watching/listening to other people and going to check her schedule on the computer IN THE MIDDLE of my haircut multiple times. I am super bummed to find a different salon, because Shan Hair is super clean and cute, and Shan seems like a professional and friendly business owner. Also they recently got a new girl (Toriah) who styled my hair and I was BLOWN AWAY. Changed my life! I hope Antonella starts listening to her clients again because I was so pleased the first time! read more

If you want to have awesome hair, go see Shan! I met Shan and immediately liked him as a person, and after we got to know each other, he became my hair stylist. He's being doing my hair for about three and a half years now, and I'm always so very happy with the results. We've mixed it up a little bit over time, but generally I just give him free reign to do my hair and make it awesome. I went in the new salon last week (was previously the space for Pure Hair Design, before they moved to Harrison Ave.) and it looks fantastic. It's quiet (minus the awesome music selection), well lit, clean, and decorated very well. The floors are nice and new, the wall paper is fun, and I love the chandelier. I walked out with a third highlight color to go brighter blonde for the summer, and way more layers. It looks awesome and I feel ready for summer. If you've got curly hair, or are blonde, or just like good hair, go see Shan! read more

I had my first appointment with Kesandra at Shan Hair yesterday and she was amazing. She really listened to what I wanted - I showed her pictures of the cut I wanted and talked about how my hair felt lifeless and flat. She also went above and beyond - I mentioned offhand that I don't like to spend a ton of time doing my hair in the morning, so she used a technique that creates natural volume so I could basically blow dry and go in the morning. She talked me through the steps of what she was doing and why which was awesome. She's so friendly and attentive - I can't recommend her enough!! The salon itself was clean and really cute inside. I will definitely be coming here from now on! read more

It makes me sad to give shan hair 1 star. I want to be happy with my haircut but honestly and truly I am traumatized. After leaving my curls alone since November, then spending 5 days in Florida, I realized I was due for a cleanup. I decided to try Antonio since he is so highly recommended. Antonio was running behind when I arrived and we got started about 30 minutes late. I don't mind that since everyone deserves enough time spent on their tresses. I explained in detail to Antonio exactly what I wanted, and how much length I wanted to retain. The cut took about 10 minutes. Instead of chin-length ringlets in front and a short tapered back, I got a teenage Peter Brady cut. I now have a floppy little bowl cut with the beginnings of half-curls above the tops of my ears. And my wedding is in 4 weeks. I'm considering extensions but I'll probably just get a wig. read more

Shan Hair - Me and Peter Brady are now homies. - Hair Salons Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

I have naturally kinky/curly hair and have been looking for a salon to get my ends trimmed in the Boston area for awhile now. I searched for a place that cut curly hair dry and without straightening it first. I found Shan based on a review from a natural hair blogger. Anthony was great! He knows curly hair - even my thick, coilly, ethnic hair - and educated me on different ways to take care of my hair, all while listening to Mariah Carey. I've already started referring my natural curly girls to Anthony for their future cuts =) All in all great experience, great cut, and a great stylist. read more

I almost cried when I left Shan's today... because I have never seen my curls look like this! I'm so friggin' happy! I've been following the curly-girl handbook for a month now, and really needed a proper trim using the Devacurl method. Shan is the first hair artist I've ever met who actually knows what he's doing with curls, and taught me how to make my hair look amazing daily! Not to mention, he's a really fun, lovely person - I felt completely comfortable in his chair. If only I had him to counsel me back in my awkward phases in high school, I would have been a much happier teenager, and would have saved a lot of money on "Conair" flat-irons and bogus straightening products... read more

UPDATE: I heard from Shan directly offering to comp my next cut with him (and comp my MOP cut) based on my experience. I appreciate the offer from him. Although it doesn't change what happened, I feel it only fair to update here since he is trying to rectify the situation. Well, I hate having to do this, but here goes.. while these guys are admittedly hair geniuses, I am moving over to Mop Salon next door because of the "customer service" (read: attitude) I keep getting. I'm done. Short story... I had an appointment scheduled for the morning of what ended up being the rescheduled Patriots' victory parade. Between that and 5 feet of snow in the South End, I did not have the ability to leave work early enough to ensure I could get to the salon and park in time for my appointment. So I did was I thought was the courteous thing and canceled. Anthony replied he'd see me at my appointment as scheduled. I wrote back and insisted on canceling, saying I'd be happy to pay the last-minute cancellation fee. I got back another email saying okay, but HE gets everywhere HE needs to be on time and if I just "leave myself a little extra time, I can make all my appointments". Thank you for the life lesson on how to get places on time. This is exactly why I canceled - because I did not have the ability to be punctual given the circumstances and didn't want to waste your time. This is beside the point. If I'm canceling, decide if you want to charge me and ask when I'd like to reschedule. Please don't lecture me. This was not my first unpleasant experience here, so while I love their cuts, I'm taking my business elsewhere. read more

Because I am seeing him in 3 hours, I've decided is time for my much overdue yelp review of Shan :) What can I say? He is an artist! And such a sweetheart to boot. I regularly get stopped on the street (or in elevators or the waiting room of various doctors' offices, etc.) and asked where I go to get my haircut. At one point, I actually had a running list of all the people I referred to Shan, but after going to him for the last 5 years, I have completely lost track. The best part about his haircuts, is that they grow out so well. I can usually go at least 3-4 months between cuts. Even though he is a curly hair expert, he still knows how to cut and color the hell out of my partially-straight, partially-wavy, cowlick-ed, super-thick head of hair. Which is no small task! If you're looking to get in to see him soon, make your appt asap! He is so good, his schedule books up really quick. I usually make my next hair appt while he is still cutting my hair. In short, he is the best. The End. read more

I never thought I'd find a hair dresser that could style my hair naturally and be happy. I ALWAYS got a blow out when getting a cut. I was skeptical through the entire process but I was proven wrong, Shan is simply amazing! Curls are cut dry and individually, washed, styled, dried, and then recut if necessary. I'm extremely happy with the results and I've mastered the frizz free curls on my own as well. I'm now officially a devacurl girl. read more

Shan Hair - On my own after a condition only "wash", lots of anGel and some volumizing foam. Air dried mostly and then used the hairdryer - Hair Salons Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

I've been seeing Antonio for years he is wonderful. I am not really a salon kind of lady - I don't own a blow dryer, I don't get my nails done, etc. Getting my haircut here is my one big splurge and it is worth every penny. I am always treated with love and respect and leave with a cut that is great for me. If you have curly hair you should really try it out. read more

Shan Hair - Hair Salons Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Who knew that there really is a salon for curly hair? Miracles happen and you'll find them happening daily at Shan Hair! As a mom of two curly headed kids, I didn't have a clue as to how to take care of their manage or manage the frizz. A friend recommended Shan Hair and I took my son there yesterday to meet with Anthony. He was kind and funny and I watched him work his magic with DevaCurl on my son's mop. WOW WOW WOW! We now have the product to do it at home and am looking forward to seeing how it all works when we try it. Great experience for us and my son's hair looks fabulous. I can't wait to bring my daughter to Shan Hair! But now know to book early as their schedule fills up quickly. read more

Thought I found a good place that was a good value. I went here a month ago and had very good haircut. Fast forward to the next hair cut, they booked me with the wrong stylist and I got a bad haircut with an ice cold shampoo. I really wish they didn't make a mistake with my stylist or that I had walked out the door and rescheduled because the second cut was really poor. I was really disappointed because I had a plan for my next few cuts, now I need to find a new place. The pictures below are not really me, but should illustrate the difference in the two experiences. First Visit: http://www.dailymakeover.com/hairstyles/celebrity_awards/patrick_dempsey_jan_15_2007?tid_ref=483 Second Visit: http://www.ebaumsworld.com/pictures/view/663210/ read more

I would call Shan "Shan the curly hair magician", because he really is :) The main difference between his "magic" and others' "magic" is that Shan's "magic" stays. He taught me how to style my hair effortlessly, so now I get similar results on a daily basis! For me it was a huge deal breaker (particularly the effort part), because I don't see any value in getting a hair cut if I can't re-style my hair to show it off. And apparently I did show it off: I don't remember getting so many compliments on my hair for so many weeks in a row. Sometimes multiple compliments from the same people. And the styling process couldn't be easier and faster. I love how my hair looks and I highly recommend Shan the magician to any curly girl who wants great looking hair. read more

I've had my hair cut by Shan three times, and those three haircuts were the best of my life. My mother and my fiance (and really, are there any two people who are more honest?) both agree. Shan is aMAZing with curly hair. He cuts each curl individually, and my hair always looks like a movie star's when I walk out (and trust me, it doesn't look like that when I walk in). Best of all, unlike other hair stylists, Shan takes the time to teach you how to style your hair at home. I'm not one for overly complicated or time-consuming hair routines--if it takes a long time in the morning, I'd rather sleep. But Shan's tips are easy and make a HUGE difference. Shan's also just a really nice person, and the whole salon (Pure Hair Design) is very comfortable and welcoming. read more

Thrilled that I was able to get a haircut that didn't completely chop off all my hair like other salons do! I'm so happy with what Mikayla did for my hair today and how careful she was when cutting. This was my first devacurl cut. They dry cut it first, then wash and style it. It's an experience like I've never had! read more

Shan Hair - Hair Salons Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about my first appointment with Shan today. I got a great devacut, and even though I have been following the Deva 3 step in one way or another for years, he showed me some great tips and tricks that I'm looking forward to trying! My hair looks and feels great, I couldn't be happier with it! Shan was also such a genuinely nice guy - I'm hard of hearing which can be difficult in many situations, but he made communication easy by typing to me on his iPad, which I appreciated. I had a great time here, looking forward to going back! read more

The rumors are true! This place is perfect! I had my first DevaCurl cut with Shan on Monday and am beyond thrilled with the results. We chopped off about 8 inches of my haggard lifeless s'wavy hair and he styled it into the long bob I suggested. My curls are back to life. One of the best parts about this place is the fact that it seems like it can never really get "crowded." Shan and only a few other stylists work there, so they can't cram people in like some higher end salons. I had the place to myself, and Shan's wonderful assistant was so helpful in giving me tips while she washed and styled my curls after the cut. Solid business, flawless service, exceptional hair cut. read more