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    Strands

    4.7 (96 reviews)
    ModerateHair Salons
    Open • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Updated 1 month ago

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    Strands is amazing!! From the moment I walked in to the moment I left I felt welcomed and valued. I asked for the colors yellow and pink, and I let Ninfa DO HER THING! I told her I wanted to have colored hair but also wanted to look professional and classy. She was able to give me everything I wanted and more. Ninfa exceeded my expectations in giving my hair so much dimension and style. Each stand of hair is perfectly colored, strategically placed, and wonderful!! I love the vibe of place-it's clean and the perfect size. She's been my hairstylist for 20 years!! Definitely recommend her, and her team :)

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    Mary S.

    The best salon I have ever been to! Maegan is a hair genius! I have been coming here for years and have always had an amazing experience! Kevin and his wife are amazing owners who are personable, caring, and detail oriented. The whole team is fabulous!

    Fresh cut by Maegan!
    Anna M.

    Loved my experience at Strands with Maegan! She was professional, super friendly, and was good at listening to what I was looking for with my hair, as well as translating it into reality. I will be back to see her soon for a cut, and also color next time! Making appointments online as well as parking outside the shop were both easy. The cut was also very affordable!

    And just for a fun a pic of my cut from February (the Bombshell)
    Heidi H.

    Just got my hair cut & colored by Natalie and I love it! She is very perceptive and really knows what she is doing. I got my first hair cut from her back in February and it was the first time I have left a Salon LOVING my hair, usually it takes me a day or two to adjust but she knew exactly what I wanted. (The cut was called the Bombshell). Today I got a trim to maintain that lovely cut from February and had my hair colored. I wasn't 100% sure of the names of the colors I wanted or the proper hair terminology but when I described the look I was going for and showed her some photos, she grasped on to it right away and knew what to do. I definitely recommend making an appointment with her if you are looking for a new stylist. Overall the Salon itself is great as well. It's got all the feels you would expect from a salon (ie. nice chairs, lighting, mirrors, decor) The products they use are amazing, I personally love Caviar. I'll even comment that the bathroom is very nice and clean as well, since that might be important to some people. They offer their guests water, and the other staff are friendly as well. Ps. My hair is naturally curly and the cut looks great curly or straight which I love!

    I had coloring and was not disappointed. Meghan was a great hair stylist. My hair looks fabulous. I found my hair stylist in St. Louis.
    San G.

    Service was great. Meghan did a great job coloring.my hair. My hair looks fabulous. Thanks to all

    Rose gold ombre and haircut/style -- done by Kait at Strands in StL.
    Daria K.

    I just returned from my first visit; I chose this salon because I planned to color my hair after a long hiatus and wanted a place that offers the Olaplex treatment. The space: Strands has just moved to their new location down the st and is now located at 706 De Mun. The space is tastefully minimalist, and hopefully will gain a bit more personality as staff has time to settle in and complete the transition. The staff: Everyone i interacted with was warm and polite. My appt was with Kait, who was very professional, knowledgeable and solicitous. She did a good job of clarifying terminology and setting realistic expectations. My hair is hardly a hairdresser's dream, and Kait still made me feel like I could look good. The service: I got precisely what I asked for. I love my hair, and have received nothing but compliments since I walked out the door. Would definitely visit again!

    On the left my at home dye job and on the right Megan at Strands fixed my hair mess!! It's lovely now

    Megan at Strands can work miracles! On the left I decided to do my own hair with a box kit you know since we're in a pandemic and all. Of course I totally messed up my hair. On the right is after Megan fixed my hair. I love it now! Thank you sooo much!! The salon took all the necessary precautions (masks etc) and they were super nice from my initial phone call to the end of my appointment. Highly recommend this salon! Check them out!

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    Ask the Community - Strands

    Hello! I have very fine super tight curly hair... I am in search for someone who can do a keratin complex treatment. My sister recommended cocochoco? However I would totally need assistance in doing it. Anyone there have experience with this?

    We have highly trained technicians for the Keratin treatments. We only pick keratin treatments that have the best results for our area. Feel free to call the salon to book an appointment or for any other questions you might have about the product… 

    Which stylist would you recommend for wavy/curly hair? Are any stylists Deva Curl trained/certified?

    Tricia, thank you for asking us about curly hair. All of our stylists are trained on curly hair, however our best fit for you will be Lucy or Ninfa. Hope that helps. Kevin

    Which stylist would you recommend to style very fine hair?

    Ninfa, Robert, and Kevin are our recommendations for fine hair. Thank you for the question, look forward to working with you.

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    KINK Hair - Scabbing from pulling and scalp tension from extensions being installed too heavy

    KINK Hair

    4.5(127 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    •$$

    I went back to Kink to see Grace. I told her what I was having trouble with blending and that I…read moreneeded a few more extensions put in. She took a look at my hair and checked out how I had been taking care of it and gave me some tips on how to untangle the existing strands. She was so laid back during my visit with her and I am loving my hair. She is by far the most open and understanding stylist I have had in many years. I dig her vibe and the relaxed atmosphere. Grace is the best!

    I paid $780 for extensions + $700 installation and left with the wrong curl pattern entirely. My…read morehair is 4A, the extensions were 3B (a noticeable mismatch) that the stylist and salon owner insisted "blended well." Rather than fix it in the salon, she told me to wet and scrunch them at home. They did not improve. When I had dinner with my grandpa the next day and he saw how awful my extensions looked said my hair looked like a "mop." Everyone who saw my hair was appalled at how awful they looked. After sending photos, neither the stylist nor the owner could acknowledge the obvious problem. The owner admitted the curl pattern wasn't an exact match but offered only a perm + reinstall, no refund. I was never shown the extensions before they were ordered, and Michelle the stylist told me that she had the "perfect extensions" to match my curl pattern. On top of the wrong curl pattern, the extensions were installed too heavily for my fine hair, leaving my scalp red, irritated, and scratched by sharp adhesive edges of the k tips . Given the damage, I declined further work and still received no refund for either the hair or the installation. No one at Kink Hair salon took accountability. If you have 4A curls or tighter, please save yourself some money and go to a curly extension specialist. I ended up buying 4A clip in curly extensions myself and they look like a perfect match, proving there's no excuse for licensed cosmetologists to not be able to find the proper curl patterned hair for my extensions.

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    KINK Hair - Example of how the extensions were the incorrect curl pattern and did NOT blend

    Example of how the extensions were the incorrect curl pattern and did NOT blend

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    Bought my clip-ins from Bebonia website

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    V Vegaz Style

    V Vegaz Style

    4.3(213 reviews)
    1.1 mi•The Loop
    •$$

    If you have curly hair, Kyra is That Girl!…read more I have been wanting a curly shag forever and my past stylists have either been too afraid to do it or thought it would look mullet-y, so I thought I'd try a curly hair expert. Multiple reddit threads and FB groups later, I saw enough recs for Kyra that I was ready to give her a shot. The salon itself is so cute and eclectic--the coolest thrifted decor! And I was greeted with an offer for a drink and gladly took a hot coffee on a freezing day, which was a great way to get started. Then I met Kyra who was SUCH a good listener and she continued to educate me on what she thought would work for me, told me we could always get more funky at a future appointment so I wasn't too shocked, and walked me through all the steps of styling so I could recreate her magic at home. When I tell you that she gave me the cut of my dreams, I mean it! 70s vibes with defined curls and a routine that won't take me three hours. I genuinely can't wait to go back. GO TO KYRA!

    I'm really disappointed with my experience with Jason. I had been intentionally growing my hair out…read morefor a flow hairstyle and had built up quite a bit of length and volume, particularly in the back. I specifically told him that I liked the volume and length and wanted to keep it in some areas- mainly just refinements and adding more layers. Unfortunately, he essentially did the opposite and significantly tapered the back essentially undoing months of growing out. What's most frustrating is that this wasn't simply a misunderstanding about the style I wanted--I specifically pointed out the part of my hair I liked and wanted preserved, and that was the area where the most hair was removed. I had spent months growing it to that point, and now it will take several more months just to get back to where I was before the appointment. I understand that not every haircut turns out exactly as expected, but listening to the client--especially when they clearly identify what they do and do not want cut--is fundamental. I left feeling like my instructions weren't heard, and unfortunately this isn't something that can simply be corrected with another haircut. In my case, what a stylist charges and their "level" aren't indicators of their ability to listen or their skill. In the future, I'll ask what the stylist is planning to do before they proceed.

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    V Vegaz Style - This is the day after my cut!! Normally I hate it by now

    This is the day after my cut!! Normally I hate it by now

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    The Hair Lab - Our new cozy waiting area.

    The Hair Lab

    5.0(21 reviews)
    3.1 mi•Botanical Heights, McRee Town

    I really wanted to love my experience here because the salon is beautiful and everyone was warm and…read morewelcoming. Unfortunately, my initial appointment was disappointing. I booked and paid $90 specifically for a curly haircut after explaining that I wanted more curl definition, styling guidance, and a cut tailored to my natural curls. Instead, the service felt more like a standard haircut than a specialized curly service, and I left unhappy with both the styling and overall result. Anna was very sweet and did try to correct the styling when she realized I was unhappy, which I appreciated, but ultimately the experience did not feel like the specialized curly service I had booked and paid for. UPDATE: The owner reached out after my experience and offered me a complimentary appointment with another curly hair specialist. I decided to give the salon another chance, and I'm very glad I did. My second experience was completely different. I was extremely happy with my hair and, just as importantly, I left feeling educated about my curls and confident that I could recreate the results at home. My stylist took the time to explain the techniques and products that worked best for my hair, which was exactly what I had hoped for from the beginning. I really appreciate the owner listening to my concerns and making an effort to make things right. While my first experience was disappointing, I'm very happy with how the salon handled the situation and with the service I received the second time around. I would definitely return for another curly hair service.

    Great location. Hallie did a wonderful job on my haircut listening to exactly what I wanted.read more

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    The Hair Lab - We expanded! Welcome to The Hair Lab 2.0

    We expanded! Welcome to The Hair Lab 2.0

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    The Boulevard Hair - Shag espresso

    The Boulevard Hair

    4.2(191 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    •$$

    I genuinely do not like leaving bad reviews, especially because I've been coming here for almost…read moretwo years, but today was quite literally my final straw. I've gone here consistently since moving to St. Louis for haircuts, root touch-ups, color, all of it. I also truly do not care who I'm assigned to. I'm not one of those clients who needs one specific stylist every single time. I just expect basic communication, decent service, and for my appointment to actually make sense when I arrive. Coordination! Unfortunately, the vibe here has always felt off The front desk is rarely welcoming. Half the time, no one greets you, acknowledges you, or makes you feel like they are happy you're there. The energy can feel very cliquey, dismissive, and honestly kind of performative. It gives "we're all a family here," but somehow the client is not included in the family. I've overlooked a lot because I liked the actual hair services. I've waited 30 minutes past my appointment time before. I've had appointments moved around. One time, I was sent to the Webster Groves location, got there, and was then told I actually needed to go to Des Peres because they could not take me. Like...okay gas?? But today was what officially did it for me. I booked a root touch-up before a photo shoot tomorrow and a trip next week. I sent pictures and a description of what I wanted directly to the stylist beforehand. I've also had this exact type of service done through this salon multiple times, usually for around $250, so this was not some random mystery appointment. I arrived and waited around 30 minutes to be assisted, only to then be told it would cost over $400. And to be very clear, I am not asking anyone to lower their prices, undervalue their work, or change their hourly rate for me. Charge whatever you charge. That is fully your business. My issue is: why was none of this communicated nor coordinated before I showed up? You had my appointment details. You had the pictures. You had my description. You had my client history from the past two years. If the service was now going to cost almost twice what I normally paid, or if I had supposedly booked the wrong category, somebody should have figured that out before I arrived, waited 30 minutes, and left with absolutely nothing done. Even the stylist seemed surprised by how I had apparently been charged or categorized during previous appointments, which honestly just made the whole situation feel even more disorganized. That is an internal coordination issue, not something that should suddenly become the client's emergency while they are sitting in the chair So now I have a photo shoot tomorrow, a trip next week, and no hair did or done because this salon could not communicate beforehand. After nearly two years of being a loyal client, I'm done overlooking the rude front desk energy, the scheduling confusion, the long waits, and the constant lack of coordination. The actual talent may be there, but the overall experience is not. I will not be coming back. Respectfully, the vibes are not worth $400+.

    I did not want to leave this review, but after paying $700 and leaving with severely damaged hair,…read moreI feel obligated to warn others about my experience. I went to this salon because a stylist I had been seeing for over a year moved here. She had been maintaining my cherry cola color for about a year, and when she moved to The Boulevard, I told her I wanted to start the process of going back to my natural level 6 brown. I understood that removing red is a process and specifically told her I was completely fine doing it over multiple appointments. I also asked if we could keep the first appointment within a certain timeframe because I had dinner plans, and she agreed. My appointment was scheduled for noon. When I arrived, I sat alone for 30 minutes without being greeted, consulted, or acknowledged by anyone before my stylist finally came over. The appointment ultimately lasted 7 hours, and I had bleach on my hair for approximately 3 hours. When I left, my hair was severely damaged. In fact, my stylist knew it didn't look right because as I was leaving, she told me to "wear a ponytail to dinner." That is not something you say to a client who just spent hundreds of dollars and received a successful service. I have since shown photos from that appointment to other licensed cosmetologists, and multiple have told me the damage was evident as soon as the foils came out. I have always taken excellent care of my hair, use professional products, and have never experienced damage like this. My hair is now rough, difficult to manage, and completely different from how it felt before. I can't run my fingers through it, my natural texture is gone, and it is genuinely unrecognizable to me. I was so upset that I spent the entire weekend crying and had to miss work on Monday. When I called the salon Monday morning, I was told the owner would contact me. I never received a call. When I called back two hours later, the owner suddenly answered. She offered a free treatment if I came in immediately, but the first thing she said to me in person was, "It's not that bad." After spending two days devastated over the condition of my hair, that was incredibly dismissive and upsetting to hear. The owner then told me that the original stylist would perform my next treatment and that I could pay for a new color service. I explained that after what happened, I believed I deserved both a refund and a corrective color service. The stylist refused a refund, and offered the color service for free. I agreed to this, and then stylist put red back on my hair, leaving me looking almost exactly as I did before I started this process, except now my hair is badly damaged and I am out $700. I came to this salon because I trusted my stylist and trusted the salon to guide me through this process responsibly. Instead, I have walked out feeling worse every single time. The most disappointing part is that the owner never apologized, never took accountability, and never made a meaningful attempt to make this right. I wish I had never come here. I am now left paying for the damage done to my hair, and multiple people who have seen the condition of it have told me I should pursue legal action because of how severe the damage is.

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    Literal hair magic after picture

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    The Boulevard Hair

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    Dominic Michael Salon - Highlights

    Dominic Michael Salon

    4.0(45 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    •$$$

    What an incredible experience! I'm a very low-maintenance girlie who gets my hair done maybe once a…read moreyear. I wanted a refreshed new look, and Dominic Michael gave me exactly that and more. Booking my appointment online was super easy. They had lots of time slots to choose from. I showed up to my appointment, checked in at the counter, and not long after, Gena gave me a warm greeting. The inside of the salon is super clean and welcoming. I appreciated how the floors were constantly getting swept throughout the time I was there. I'm indecisive about most things, including my hair, but Gena was very patient with me and helped me narrow down what I want. We decided to do highlights and a haircut. I have very long hair, and I have a lot of it. Gena blew me away by her thoroughness and precision. It's clear she's an expert at what she does! She applied a gloss to my hair, then Keaton took over and finished washing my hair. She was so friendly and sweet! Then, I headed over to Olivia for my haircut and blow dry. Once again, very friendly and sweet! When I was almost finished with my haircut, I thought it was so kind how Gena came back over to see me and make sure I liked my hair. She made me feel so special! I'd been looking for a new salon for awhile now, and I'm so excited that I found this place! Can't wait for my next visit!

    I had recently just switched over from Christina White salon to Dominic Michael. I had previously…read morepaid 2.8k for my Bellami hair extensions (2 rows) and got a move up with Nicole and took one of my rows out. I quickly started to see a ton of hair loss in chunks and was quick to reach out to her. She told me it was because she took out my second row and that it should get better- It didn't. I saw a new hair stylist today and she took out all my extensions and come to find out- Nicole had cut the end of two of my extensions (i have 6 in a row) making them not reusable bc of how bad the hair was falling off. Knowing how much I paid for the extensions I couldn't understand why she would do this. It ruined my extensions that I paid SO much for and were in great condition before I saw her. Needless to say I will not be back.

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    Dominic Michael Salon - First hair loss (Nicole Jeffery)

    First hair loss (Nicole Jeffery)

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