I've visited The Loft Medford several times for the past couple years. I have nothing but positive things to say. Two years ago, I couldn't get a curl to stay. I was using all the wrong hair products, I had heat damage, I wasn't sure what to do with my hair or how to take care of it, and I didn't know how best to sleep with my hair at night to get it to last. I've learned so much education about my hair and curls from Sharita at The Loft and it wouldn't have happened without this salon. After consistently taking care of my curls, they're amazing now. Pros: - Very educational - Diverse salon (natural hair salon, but people from all backgrounds attend) - Versatile style options (wash and go, twist out, up do, hair color, hair cuts, etc). So many options. - Friendly staff - Online booking - Detail of product offerings that work for my hair - I love that I'm always asked if I want definition or volume for my hair - Appointment only (no walk-ins). You don't have to wait hours before sitting in a chair to get your hair done. read more

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Sharita did my hair for my wedding and it came out INCREDIBLY well. She was so kind and easy to work with throughout the process, and brought great vibes to my "getting ready" space on the morning of the wedding. She also did hairstyles for 4 women in our wedding party, each with very different hair textures, and absolutely nailed each of their looks. It was honestly really impressive that she made everything from my natural curls to my friend's very thin straight hair look good and stay in place all night. I'd definitely recommend her to anyone looking for hair services for their wedding, especially if the bride has curly hair! read more

This place is it! I've been looking for a curly cut salon that can provide an amazing haircut and great color service in a professional environment, and I found it. My biggest gripe with most curly cuts is the unevenness of the cut. At the Loft, their cuts are symmetrical and not just one round mushroom shape, you know what I mean. I got a tapered pixie cut and double process custom blonde and pink color by Korlu. She was patient and knowledgeable throughout. She let me know it might take more than one session to reach my goal. We hit a small snafu with the color payoff on the pink but she immediately remedied it and made sure I got exactly what I asked for and more. I LOVE my cut and color and I will be back ( with friends and family in tow) Book today, this salon and it's stylists are amazing. read more

People don't wait 3-4 months for nothing! Sharita (owner) and her amazing team are nothing short of amazing! All first client appointments are a little over an hour and you get the entire process explained to you in great detail as well as a list of products she used on your hair so you achieve the same look if you want to. Before anything is started she asks what your goals for your hair are. I received a needed cut for style/body and shape but not too short b/c I want to retain length. From there you are washed/detoxed and then under the dryer to deep condition for moisture. After you get each stand combed through with her fingers to ensure they are all coated and sealed well with product. Once all strands are coated you sit under the dryer again for a little bit to set everything and for it to dry as this is done on your wet hair. Once out the dryer an oil is applied for shine. I left with my hair bouncy, not filled with products and very satisfied. There is a parking lot next door with up to 3 hours for free, bonus! Also many restaurants around if you leave feeling a bit hungry. I'll def return for a curl refresher in a few months to ensure I'm gaining length but most importantly healthy curls/hair! read more

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If you want natural hair care the Loft is excellent! They excel at styles, hair care and coloring.

I was a first time client and I visited Shawnette at the East Providence location. She was so kind and professional and gave me helpful feedback throughout my appointment. I am so satisfied and will definitely be visiting her again. Natural hair salons are extremely hard to come across, but so glad I found this place! read more

It is always a blessing coming to The Loft! Sharita (the owner) is a curl specialist and truly takes her time assessing my needs and desires for my hair. I never feel rushed or pressured into getting a particular service. I appreciate the care that she takes in doing my hair, and giving tips and suggestions to help me maintain my hair after leaving. read more

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I came here a couple of weeks ago because I was in desperately in need of a trim and was assigned to Selina. At first I was skeptical and wasn't sure whether I should feel comfortable with her doing my hair because we have very different hair textures. However, I left the salon feeling pleased. Selina provided education and told me which products I should be using on my hair and also gave me a list of products to buy. She was attentive to my hair strand by strand and she listened to my concerns. As far as I'm concerned, if you're a naturalista, this is the only place you should be going to do your hair. read more

I highly recommend this studio. I brought my daughter here for the VIP first time client package. Korlu did not disappoint. She was kind and gentle with my daughter's hair. She educated her about her curls and reviewed important maintenance tips for curly hair. Everyone in the salon was polite friendly and made my 12 year old feel heard. We will definitely be going back. read more

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Sharita is a curl whisperer. She is great at what she does and gives you the time and care your curls need. She walks you through the products and hair care routine and recommends any modifications that might work better. She will give you a list of what she used on you . The studio is small but mighty and they are constantly working to make the space better. As all curly heads know, it takes a while to find the right stylist and I sure did take my time to get to Sharita. Now that I am here, I love it ! It took me a while to get my first appointment with Sharita as she is booked out weeks ahead. Once I got in the scheduling is way easier! read more

The Loft is life changing! I have thin, frizzy-ish, curly hair, which I spent 20+ years torturing with heat styling. I gave up on trying to find a decent stylist with the experience and talent to do anything with my natural texture. I stumbled upon The Loft and will never again go elsewhere! Sharita has created a beautiful atmosphere where ALL people with textured hair can feel safe and welcome. I have seen people of all ages, races, backgrounds and hair textures all come out with beautiful results. Every person with non-straight hair has a horror story from a salon experience gone wrong. Every curly hair type is unique and requires expert, experienced care. From tight, thick curls to super thin, damaged wavy hair, Sharita and her team can handle it all. Not only can they handle it, they also go out of heir way to educate their clients on how to maintain and style it for best results. I wish I discovered The Loft sooner. Giving up my hairdryer and iron has been such a joy! If you are new to caring for your natural texture, I recommend doing the VIP Curl Care appointment. It's a lot of info to learn! read more

This place is amazing! I'm currently transitioning from a keratin treatment so my curls were all over the place. it took a few hours but my curls had never looked better after my appointment. They gave me some really good recommendations as well as thought me how to take care of my hair as it transitions. my next appointment is already booked. definitely recommends read more

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There are too many good things to say about the salon and the services! Firstly, there aren't many naturally curly salon in Boston and out of the few that are here! THE LOFT HAIR STUDIO is a keeper. If you have natural curls and want to maintain them the Owner Sharita knows exactly what to do for you! She has cut my hair many times and always delivers exactly what I am looking for! She loves to keep herself up to date with what us curly clients are looking for and she's open to furthering her education to help us Naturals out!!!! She does book quick (she's THAT good) so make sure you have arrange in advance! You will not walk out disappointed read more

When I first heard about The Loft I got so excited. There were no other hair salons in the area that were pro natural hair. I don't trust every stylist with my hair because a lot of them don't know what to do with natural curls, but Sharita and her team do! Not only does she do the damn thing with your curls, but she teaches you how to maintain them. No other salon is like that. They want you to be super dependent on them. I don't have to go to The Loft, I WANT to go! All of the stylist really care about making sure your hair is healthy and your curls are poppin! read more

I made an appt at this salon, paid the deposit, agreed to the 48 hour cancellation policy, washed my hair and left it in its natural state only for them to call and cancel an hour before my scheduled appointment time. The owner kept insisting it was an emergency but it is doubtful she would have been understanding of me if I did the same. The lack of professionalism and unreliability in this situation is completely unacceptable. Their unreasonable demands left me worse as my hair was perfect prior to the appt but getting it prepped for them in its natural state put me in a worse situation that if I were able to manage on my own I would not need the appt. Salons like these are money grabs. They don't consider their clients at all (which is their livelihood) and focus on money. I did everything possible to make sure my appointment would go smoothly and followed all their many rules. With all that they cancelled with an hours notice and an apology. Save yourself. Do not go to this salon. It's all about how much money they can get from you and not at all about the customer!! read more

This salon is one of the best salons that I have experienced. Korlu gave me the best hair experience a woman can ask for. Not just did she treat my curls, she educated and taught me how to love and care for them. Korlu taught me to be the best that I can be. I have never gotten my hair styled in a natural state, so this was a learning process. Thank you for teaching me how to love my curls. read more

I went there once in January and saw Joy. I think she did a great job, maybe not a master stylist but definitely gave me what I wanted and provided good advice on care for my curls. DO NOT MAKE AN APPOINTMENT ON A WEDNESDAY. They require you give 48hr notice to cancel an appointment but they are closed Sunday-Tuesday. I called and left a voicemail with 48hr notice and they claimed they did not receive the message resulting in me being charged for the appointment. The person I talked to was not helpful and a bit condescending. I am disappointed this happened because I was excited for my appointment but I likely will not be coming back. - Again my advice is to not make an appointment for Wednesday or even Thursday because they are hard to get in touch with to cancel within 48hrs. read more

My first experience with the Loft was very welcoming! As you walk in you immediately feel the great energy and when you look around, everyone has a smile on their face. Korlu cut my hair, and gave me exactly what I wanted! She was patient, understanding and listened to how I wanted my hair cut. After my cut was finished, I received a hair care sheet with the recommended products I should use to maintain my hair, which I found very helpful. If you're looking to support a local business, while still getting the best hair care, this is the spot to go! Sharita, the owner, is doing an amazing job keeping up the salon. I will definitely be visiting again! read more

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Best haircut of my life, and I learned an incredible amount about my hair and what it needs in one visit!

The Loft is a great hair salon! You'll receive great timely service & the styling that you ask for. Experienced, knowledgable & Professional! The owner of The Loft is a woman of integrity and does great with ANY hair type. LOVE IT! read more

Get your hair done by Sharita! She is a professional and will make you feel like a million bucks. She'll make you feel like the only client at the salon and will talk you through your hair's health and provide free tips throughout your visit. She's worked miracles on my curls as I nurse it back to health, and works miracles when I want it straightened. No one compares. Do yourself a favor and book your appointment today. read more

They consistently do a great job! I highly recommend them to all the curly haired queens.

I wish I could give to the Loft a better review. I went to the loft the first time on Saturday 9/14/19 after waiting for a month to be seen as a new customer. I thought that the stylist was going to assess my hair and told me everything what my hair will need and how to take care of my hair as stated on the website. It did not happened. I sat on her chair. She gave me a trim. She asked me about the shampoo I used but nothing else. She washed my hair and do what ever she needed to do. She did not asked me of my hair routine ect.. and the reason I went there is because I am struggling on how to manage my hair as a natural. She was very busy that day because I can see the list of people that were booked with her but she did not take her time to explain everything to me. When I was done I was given a prescription by a little girl who did not know what products the stylist had used on my hair(by the way they use the same products on all types of textures. I did not really see the difference that each texture require a special product). The paper they gave me as a prescription was not very readable. Also before I forget, I had to ask her to cut my hair. She was not going to give me a hair cut and it was part of the money that I paid. I don't know if I received a deva cut because it was not explained to me. I did buy all the product that they had told me to buy. THE worse was the next day. My hair was nappy. my hair had no curls unable to manage. I texted back and forth with the owner but it did not help and today Monday 9/16/19 I have to wear a WIG to come to work when I spent that Saturday only : HAIR =$145+TIP=$10+PRODUCTS at the loft:$56+products at Target: $38. total of $249 for nothing. I was not SATISFIED AT ALL AND I feel that I spent this kind of money for nothing. The style only last 1 day (that Saturday only) when I was told it will last 7days.. Not true. I know you are a christian. " In everything you do. Do it all for the glory of God" not the MONEY. read more

This was the best hair experience i have had in years!!! I was prepared to spend my entire sat here. I was in and out in less thab two hours. I got a wash, blowout, deep conditioner treatment, hair braided, AND my hair is mid back length and IT'S A LOT.It was NOT painful and I was told exactly how to maintain. In my 27 years of life i have ALWAYS been picky about who does my hair and the owner has been SO helpful and her shop is so nice! read more

Had an amazing experience as a first time client today at The Loft Hair Studio! From the moment I walked through the door, I was immediately greeted and offered refreshments and assorted pastries and goodies they had available. My stylist, Toriah, was super knowledgeable, patient, and took her time to understand what I was looking for as well as make sure I understood and was comfortable with the plan for my haircut. Every step of the process, from the consultation, to the atmosphere in the salon, to the deep conditioning treatment, and styling of the hair is clearly thought out and planned with the client in mind. Everyone in the salon had such a nice personality and you can tell they really love what they do. You will not be disappointed when you choose to visit The Hair Loft Studio. Even though it was a significant amount of hair that was cut that most people wouldn't do, I'm overjoyed with the results! My curls are fuller, have more bounce and volume, and feel healthier. Can't wait to come back for a trim in a few months! read more