Sarah (apologies if I'm spelling her name incorrectly!) did a wonderful job cleaning up my hair on…read morevery short notice. Not only was I thrilled with the results but I also genuinely enjoyed my time in her chair. She was easy to talk to, had a great vibe, and shared some helpful tips along the way. I'm so happy I found Spruce Hair Salon. The experience was worth the wait. I truly think this salon is one of Durham's hidden gems, and I'll definitely be back.

I went to see Jennifer for my long, dry hair. She did a great job cutting off only the parts that…read morewere needed and texturing and smoothing my hair. She also put in the effort to style it and was super friendly! Would definitely recommend seeing her if you have long hair.

This place is a hidden gem. My daughter (3) and I both get our hair done here. I love that they…read moremake it super easy to book and reschedule appointments AND they are super gentle with her hair. We manage wash day with no tears! Everyone is super friendly and the salon is very pleasant.

First experience was ok, second time left my scalp dirty & blowout was $88 ( increased prices…read morewithin a month) ridiculous don't waste your time or money

Alysha Powell has left the salon she was working at and has ventured out on her own. I've been…read moregoing to her since she has started her career as a stylist and could not be more satisfied with my experiences or happy for her success. It is also a plus that this new spot is more convenient for me. I went for my first appointment today and had an amazing experience. If you are looking for a hair stylist, I highly recommend Alysha. She is located inside of Sola Studios in MacGregor Village.

Jackie's still working - semi-retired so shorter schedule…read more She's in her daughter Beverly's very modern salon in south Durham, so a bit of a commute, but well worth it. She does great work with my thinning white hair, and it's always a pleasure to visit with her.

I have been a client of Tracey's for the past 17 years, and very pleased to been going to Jackie's…read moresalon for the past 11 years. It's a quaint clean environment and is welcoming to everyone! My hair cut & color are always fabulous... and Tracey is always friendly and attentive. I love that their salon is an educational salon - and they are always learning and eager to train others. Highly recommend this salon to all my family & friends... Attaching my photo from today and some of mine from the past!

The summer humid weather in North Carolina is not ideal for those of us with curly frizzy hair. I…read morebooked my daughter and I blowouts here to get us thru the heat and humidity. I had grabbed two 3pm appointments, but got a call the day before that one of their hair stylists had called in sick so they'd have to do a 3pm and 3:45pm appt. Not ideal to sit around, but we were tired after a duke tour so fine to just sit around and rest. My daughter also walked around the shopping center for a bit while I got my hair done. Morgyn did a great job, although took a little longer for her to get our unruly locks straight in comparison to our blowout bar at home. I do think back at home they are just used to our hair and we are usually in and out in 25-30 minutes. This took a full 45 minutes. However, the finished product for both of us was great and many days later it still looked great even with all the heat and humidity. We try to rock those blowouts for as long as possible (thank you dry shampoo!) and this held up to the test!

They do a good job. They are convenient. Addison does a wonderful job on my hair. The membership is…read moreworth it!

It took me several years of experimenting to find my stylist here, but once I had my first visit…read morewith KELSEY NETHERCOTT I knew I had found my home! She is absolutely fantastic -- great eye, excellent technique, friendly and kind. She understands cutting with the hair and not fighting it, and how to work with the crazy humid weather we get here in NC. Kelsey locked into what I wanted pretty quickly and I trust her completely -- over the past few years all of my haircuts involve a quick chat and then me declaring, "Do what you think is best!" And we will occasionally do little edits to the overall look that keep things feeling fresh but still consistently what I want, and I've never been upset or disappointed. My hair is long, coarse, very thick, wavy hair. It is "Asian hair" but a little atypical due to its coarseness. I find that i need someone who really appreciates and understands hair texture to work with mine, because I prefer air-drying when possible and just having low-maintenance hair. Her haircuts are fairly priced ($50), and I've also come in for blow outs for special occasions (college reunion, weddings, big presentations at work, etc.) for an extra, very welcome boost. Last year I got a keratin treatment from her, too, and I loved the results -- much gentler than other straightening treatments I've had and results lasted a long time. She has online booking (just google her name), which make setting up appointments a snap. I've recommended Kelsey to multiple friends and want to recommend her to you, too! :) The atmosphere of the salon is fun, clean, and a little funky without being pretentious, annoying, or stuffy. Plus, Hot Headz is next to Joe Van Gogh coffee so you can get some work done beforehand or head over for a cup of coffee if you want to show off your fabulous new hairdo. Parking is easy in the lot beside The Green Room. Everyone in there is friendly, and they offer you a beer or glass of wine to sip on while you get your hair did. A+++

I originally posted this review on the Funky Monkey page. It was really a review of Angela who I…read morejust found out is now here at Hot Headz so it still applies. Angela Goldman rocks the hair world. I have been going to see her the last three years and couldn't imagine anyone else near my hair. She is so good, I just let her play with my color and style because I know whatever she comes up with I will be happy. I'm not talking crazy hair, just subtle changes that compliment the shape and style of your personality. I now take the whole family to Angela. My fiance always comes out looking "hot" and the kids feel like they are styling, as high school students should. Angela takes her time to hear what you want and is great at suggesting something you may not have thought of. She takes great care to make sure every customer is treated kindly and with respect. It's hard to find that person to let mess with your hair and believe me I had some hideous cuts before landing in her chair. If this sounds like you, I suggest making an appointment with Ang.

I had been seeing Panduh for vivid/fantasy hair color and was willing to overlook early red flags…read more-- until my third visit went so poorly, I was left with severely banded color, no resolution, and ultimately dropped as a client after voicing my concerns. A quick rewind: My first appointment resulted in chunky, uneven highlights around my face instead of a well-blended money piece. The second time, it blended better -- but the color wasn't applied close enough to my scalp, leaving a visible blond halo. I chalked it up to a learning curve and gave her a third shot. Her salon setup doesn't help: it's dimly lit, with black walls and a single window behind the chair -- great for her to see your hair, but you're completely backlit in the mirror, meaning you can't clearly see the results until you're in normal lighting. (In hindsight, that feels intentional.) At this last appointment, I came in with faded pink and brown roots, expecting a simple root bleach and color refresh. Instead, I left with a huge band of lighter pink across the middle of my head and a harsh transition to darker pink below. I didn't see it until I got home and looked in a properly lit mirror. When I texted photos and asked if she could fix it, she admitted she saw the banding -- but refused to fix it. Her excuse? That the appointment was too short and I "needed seven hours instead of five." Worth noting: I never book my own time. I always call and have her team schedule me, since they know my hair length and needs. She then pivoted, saying I don't come in "regularly enough" for my "color goals" (something she'd never mentioned before). I told her I would've adjusted my visits if that expectation had been communicated. Again, she refused to make it right -- and then fired me as a client. For reference: I was a $700-per-visit client. If this is how she treats someone investing that much, I can't imagine the experience for anyone spending less. If you still choose to go: pay with a solid credit card. Thankfully, mine sided with me and issued a full refund after seeing the photos and text thread. _____________________ Edited to add, in response to the salon's reply (8.12.25): To clarify a few things mentioned, for additional transparency: Again, I booked by phone every time so your team could allot enough time for my long, vivid-treated hair. I never used the online system. I never asked for any clients to be moved around. I never chose the length of my service. The first appointment was not fully corrected -- just a darker overlay added to blend the harsh bleach, which faded. I didn't push the issue and was never offered or given a refund, ever. Nor did I reach out about the issues with my second appointment; I fixed it myself. The lighting in the salon makes it very difficult to assess the results before leaving -- whether one black wall or not, the fact of the matter is Panduh's space is dim and backlit. I communicated calmly and respectfully, shared photos, and simply asked for the banding to be fixed. You acknowledged it and declined. Then dropped me as a client. If you're going to respond, please include the full context. I am.

Panduh has been my stylist for more than a decade, and I have never left her chair disappointed…read more She's done everything for me from conservative cuts to fantasy color, and I keep going back because I know I'm going to get the best results every time. In addition to the top-level service Safe Space Salon provides, it also is committed to serving the queer community through events that bring everyone together and lift up those of us most in need. In a world that too often exploits our community for profit alone, Safe Space stands out as a business that puts principles first. When that fact is combined with the knowledge that no one else is going to give me such high-quality hair services, choosing Safe Space Salon every time is a no-brainer. The clients and community are lucky to have this business in the area. It's a rare gem, one I will support at every opportunity. It makes the community better, and it makes me hotter. What else could anyone want?

I highly recommend salon lofts at Southpoint and Miranda High hairstylist. Miranda has been doing…read morehair in a salon since 2014 after graduating from Aveda in Chapel Hill. She is truly amazing at color updos, extension certified, wedding parties and corrections just to mention a few of her specialties. She is truly Durham's Finest! Call her today at 919-884-5017 or visit her on salon lofts at Southpoint website and schedule with her to get your nook for 2020.

Unfortunately had mixed experiences with Taylor and would not recommend her overall. First appt was…read moreperfect, second appt my hair did not turn out the way I wanted and she refused to fix it unless I paid ANOTHER $300...I was very reasonable and offered some middle ground options but she had no interest in working with me on it and we parted ways. Very sad to be out all that money and have a result that is not what we discussed and unflattering. If you go to her, make sure you bring pictures and be prepared for her to kick you out if she doesn't like you asking for her to fix something that doesn't look good. I was shocked! Time to find a new stylist.