Getting my hair done is a particularly anxiety-inducing experience for me. I am someone who doesn't…read morewant to make a ruse, so I will often bite my tongue when something isn't the way I want it for the sake of making sure other people are happy. And getting my hair done is no exception to that. I had been searching for a hair salon in Somerville for a few weeks now as I've been going back and forth about getting my hair cut short again. I finally made the decision and booked an appointment at Salon Luna. When I made the call to book, the person on the phone asked me what my hair was like and said he had some ideas for stylists who would be a good fit for my hair type. I LOVE that they did that. It made me really excited for my appointment. When I arrived at the salon, there were plenty of bottles of hand sanitizer and everything was very clean. Everyone was wearing a mask and clients were spaced out when hair was being cut, washed, or styled. They are not doing blow dries at the time which was also reassuring to hear that they are taking this seriously. I was seated and Sandra came to talk about what we would do with my hair. She was so incredibly friendly and had a lot of ideas and expertise on what she though would look good. We talked a little bit while she was cutting, but I didn't feel pressured at all about having to talk if I didn't want to, which was really nice. When she was done, I payed and we chatted some more about styling techniques. And then I left....but our journey doesn't end there. When I got home, my hair was starting to really dry and I didn't really love it. It was a lot longer than I had wanted and the layers weren't falling like I anticipated. I debated for a long time about whether or not I should call, especially because there are some iffy reviews on here about customer service once the client had left. But after much debate, I decided to call back. The person on the phone was so nice and said that they would absolutely be able to make an adjustment and scheduled me again with Sandra for the next day. When I came in today for the adjustment, Sandra was so kind and understanding about it. She expressed the reasons why she didn't cut it short, but said that if it's what I really wanted, then it would look great and we should go ahead and do it. The second appointment took about 20 minutes and I left feeling so so good. I was not charged a second time. I will definitely be back to Salon Luna. The customer service was awesome and Sandra was so so nice. She honestly made the whole experience worth it.

Kayla is fabulous, gives me a great cut, and is very sensitive to her client's wishes. A lovely…read moreperson as well.

Susan's is great! I recently got my hair cut here by Michael at 8.30 in the morning and I walked…read moreout looking like a whole new person, which is exactly what I wanted. Michael is clearly knowledgeable about all things hair and gave me solid advice. He is also lovely to talk to. I will definitely be returning here!

I just had my hair done and Susan's Hair and Beauty for a wedding I'm attending. I'm not from the…read morearea so I was nervous to try a new place, but Susan made me feel right at home. She gave me a bun with twists in it that I think came out beautifully! She also was checking throughout my up-do to make sure she wasn't hurting me with all of the hair pins going in. If I'm ever back up in Boston and need my hair done again, I would absolutely come back here!

Ming always does a great job with my hair cuts! It's super affordable and they took great care of…read moreme.

Perm and cut themselves are usually pretty good, but every time I get a perm they towel dry by…read moreRUBBING the towel on the hair repeatedly for a whole minute or two. Every time I go I try to tell them I don't want that, ask them about breakage or frizz, try to understand why they do it, and they say none of my concerns are a problem (when each time, they clearly are). For that problem alone, I won't be going back. Unfortunate, because they're pretty good otherwise.

I have been coming to Zina's Hair Salon since I was in high school (back in 2002), and my hair has…read morealways been well cared for and beautiful thanks to Zina, Meka, and Brittney. I don't trust anyone else with my hair care - I know that when I come to the Salon, I will leave looking and feeling better; additionally, I learn about my specific hair care and how to keep it healthy. They have been there for me for every major milestone: proms, graduations, wedding, anniversaries, and baby showers. I now bring my children to get their hair done (they are ages 5 and 2 years old)! They are great with the kids, and my girls feel like the little princesses that they are :) This past June, I had the Purple Locks Collection hair extensions installed. When I tell you that this hair felt like my own hair out of my scalp - it blended so naturally with my own hair, you couldn't tell that I had extensions in my hair!! I went to Dominican Republic for a vacation, and I went swimming, jumped off cliffs, zip lined, and went snorkeling... and the Purple Locks Collection held up to all of my excursions!! I cannot recommend Zina's Hair Salon and the Purple Locks Collection enough!! When you go, you will not be disappointed!!

I've come to Zinas hair salon for over 10 years now and Zina is my go to stylist. Both Zina and…read moreMeeka are highly professional, efficient and personable. They are licensed and well trained in hair care, and it shows. I highly recommend.

George and Zena took such great care of me. I had been told by multiple hairstylists that removing…read morethe permanent orange/red tones from my hair would be a long process, but George immediately knew exactly what to do. With 35 years of experience coloring hair, he completely transformed my hair and achieved exactly what I wanted. George was incredibly kind, positive, and attentive, and he made me feel genuinely heard and understood. His colleagues were just as welcoming and even found me a phone charger while I was there. The pricing was also very reasonable for everything I had done. I'm so happy with the result and will absolutely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Zena is truly amazing. I had been searching for someone who could achieve an ashy gray tone to…read moreblend my grays, but no one had been able to lift the brassy orange undertones in my Asian hair with permanent color--until Zena. She not only got it right, she did it beautifully. My first experience with her was wonderful from start to finish. She was patient and attentive, even when I arrived late due to parking, and she kindly took the time to help me find a spot. I'm so grateful for her care and expertise--highly recommend.

Since I moved to Cambridge/Somerville, Jillian has been my favorite stylist by and far! I I have…read morecurly, Irish hair that's she's always been able to shape and lighten up well in a way that helps my curls pop. She's been a great source of knowledge for product and styling techniques for both me and my boyfriend, and she's always responsive when you text her to schedule your appointment. I find it easy enough to walk to her current salon location from porter square (I can park or take the T), and the location is bright, clean, and friendly. I look forward to putting more of her hair care tips to use for my upcoming Halloween costume! Thanks, Jillian :)

Great insights and cuts that look good outside the salon and last last last for me and my…read moreincredibly picky 19 year old. Thankful to have found being new to the area!

I was so happy when I discovered Clementine at a friend's suggestion. I am normally very paranoid…read moreabout bad haircuts, but Patrick gave me the courage to get bangs last summer and I absolutely LOVED it! He is super attentive, very observant and thoughtful, and a total wizard. If you properly explain what you want, he can do it. They also give you free bang trims if you cut your hair there. I have since moved to New York and I miss Patrick and Clementine so much! Can't wait to cut my hair here the next time I'm in Boston. The stylists at Clementine are friendly, reliable, and absolute stars. Very reasonably priced as well. Highly recommend!

I don't have a ton of experience with this salon, but I stopped in for a blowout on my lunch break…read moreone day because I was going on vacation that night. The blow out was really nice and fast. The stylist did a mini consult to ask what I wanted and what the occasion was, and I explained my hair is thicker and can be frizzy. She was great and really friendly. They also offered a drink right when I checked in for my appointment. They were a bit pricey for just a 45 min blowout, but the location in union square was really convenient so I'd consider going back.

Finally found a place that knows what to do with my straight, un-permed east Asian hair…read more Grace is lovely! She was professional, kind, and gave helpful (not overbearing) suggestions on how to best cut and style my hair. Very happy with my haircut -- something that I haven't been able to say for the many haircuts I've had in Boston over the course of 3 years!

Grace is a pro. She's an expert with thick hair and always makes my wavy hair look so smooth, shiny…read moreand healthy. When she washes your hair, she scrubs your scalp and it feels very refreshing.

NEW LOCATION, NEW NAME, SAME GREAT PEOPLE!…read more I've been getting my hair cut here since ~2001 (guy), so of course I followed them to their brand new digs. No longer called "MK Hair Studio", they are now "Studio 3" (because it used to be an event space for the restaurant next door). It is a much bigger, quite attractive salon space now. Easy to find, just look for the giant Julia Child mural on a Monolith out front on the sidewalk of Broad Canal Way, just down from Cafe Luna on the same side of the street. You may see a sidewalk sign on the corner directing you to another business, but that is a barber shop of the other side of the street (don't go there lol!). Your GPS may give the wrong location for the salon, so just remember it is on the first block of Broad Canal Way, just past where it runs into 3rd Street (again, look for Cafe Luna on the corner and then Julia Child). As far as parking, not quite as good a deal as the old OKS location (that was $5 for $35 3 hour parking), they now charge $10 for 4 hours parking which would normally cost at least $32 (I stayed less than 3, so can't confirm the time limit and they didn't seem 100% sure). Which is nice if you also want to get lunch at Shy Bird nearby (excellent fried chicken sandwiches and smash burgers). No chaser tickets now, they validate via computer at the end of your appointment The parking lot is the "350 Kendall Garage", but don't use that in your GPS. Entering 302 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142 in Apple Maps gives me the actual entrance to the spacious underground garage which is behind Studio 3 on the next street over intersecting with 3rd St (so come down 3rd and turn on Kendall St and it will be on your right). You'll then have to walk a couple of blocks to get to Studio 3. There is some confusing construction, so pull a map up on your smartphone. When you enter the garage building on the way out, bypass the ground floor office and put your validated ticket into the machine next to the office and pay by credit card. ***The trick I learned is to remove your credit card very slowly, or it won't take it.***

Great service, talented hairdressers and pleasant experience! Been using them for many years.read more

Sandra is so amazing!! I am so happy with my cut. I also consulted her about color, and she shared…read moresome options and didn't pressure me to commit to doing anything. Really pleased with the cut, and Sandra is the best!! I will definitely be going back!

I've been going to Erin for nearly ten years, and I truly wouldn't trust anyone else with my hair…read more When she started working at Evie Salon, I followed her there--and I'm so glad I did. She makes every appointment feel effortless. Booking is always easy, she's incredibly accommodating, and she consistently makes the experience smooth and enjoyable. Evie itself is a beautiful, calming space in Davis Square, with great parking and lots of places nearby to grab a coffee or walk around after. The whole vibe is warm and welcoming. Getting a haircut can sometimes feel awkward or forced, but Erin creates such a relaxed environment that I always feel at ease. Whether we're chatting or I just want to sit quietly, it never feels like I have to "perform" during my appointment. I can't recommend Erin--and Evie Salon--enough. Consistently excellent, every single time.