Went in for a carmel brown highlight/baylage color and haircut. I got there about 10am, and left at 5:15. I kept telling my stylist I had plans for a happy hour, and they said no worries, we will be done by 4, at 5:15, I ended up leaving without the haircut and wet hair, as I had already missed my plans. I stated I wanted it blended into my roots to grow out nicely into the color on the bottom which I did not get. I understand that it is a teaching schopl, however supervisors need to be around more to check in more closely and speed things up. I am very disappointed in my hair color, and will be going to get a haircut and color correction.
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2/12/2026: This is not only a review, but also a how-to. Booking with the school can be its own issue depending on the day. To start, I'll explain the how-to and important things to know.
First: When calling, dial 1201 for the extension. This was the only one I could get to pick up 2 days the week I booked.
Second: Black chairs are the least experienced, blue is middle and red is the highest. It is not mandatory for a blue chair to move up to a red chair to graduate. Different skill levels also come with different pricing.
Third (and most important): Be prepared to spend time on this appointment. I arrived at 5:15 PM for a 5:30 PM appointment. I didn't walk out until 10:09 PM.
Forth: An estimate will be discussed before proceeding.
Fifth: The payment for the services will be taken at the end from the school itself. For tip, you must pay the stylist directly via Zelle, Venmo, or cash. No cash back available from the cashier. Come prepared and ask your stylist their preferred form of cash app. Don't be a jerk and skip this part. These stylist work hard and they have payments for school. Don't assume the cost of the services covers anything for them personally.
THE SETUP: The space very much had a Visible Changes vibe. Multiple chairs in rows with mirror and people back and forth through the area.
COLOR: Natalie (Naty) was a blue chair. Super sweet girl, very personable, and I could tell she wanted to do a great job. She had a school friend assisting her with my color. I have very fine medium hair (on the short side of medium), so I wasn't sure why she needed assistance. I have never had my hair done at a school, so I was hoping for the best and trying to trust the process. The instructor walked by a couple times and added some verbal instruction and assistance. I felt good about that. The instructor also helped Naty with my color mixture. I was charged by the bowl. For my hair, she used two bowls, each at $15.00. Total for the color was $30.00. I have not had color done in at least 6-7 years, so my hair took really well to the chemicals. This is something to consider. Hair that needs a lot of processing, is damaged or unhealthy, would change my plans for a school to do my color. All in all, I am happy with the color.
CUT: Natalie seemed to have more difficulty with the cut. She was having an issue with the layering and the separating of the hair. I get it though. Just like everything else, her groove will come with more practice. All in all, I am happy with the cut. The haircut cost was $10.00.
So, for $65.00 (color, cut, and a $25.00 tip), I was able to have a vacation hair that I was hoping for; something bright and fun. My regular place would be $75.00 for the cut, $245.00 for the color, and then the tip. I wouldn't get out of there for under $400.00! I guess that's the difference between how your experience will be viewed. I was hoping to save money. I had more expenses than I anticipated for my vacation. I am not a vain person and don't really care much about my hair. If it didn't turn out well, I know it will grow out (color) and back (length). I was looking for something fun, cost effective, and didn't have much to lose. I saw nail stations at the school, but I did not see anyone attending them. That may be certain days they do main/pedis. Everything turned out great for what my expectation was and what I wanted. I'm not trying to down the experience at all. Naty and Rachel (second stylist) really did a great job. Naty is truly a hard worker. I could just tell by watching her.
Would I go back? I would for sure if I could request Naty, but she is graduating in March 2026. I probably will go back again and see how it works out with another stylist. The only thing I was slightly concerned about was the "money piece" that frames my face is a little lighter than I expected, but it will be fun for my cruise. Other than than, the color is truly beautiful. I have always been told I have an usual natural brown hair color. I'm sure it is tough to pick a color treatment that will highlight it.
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2/12/2026: This is not only a review, but also a how-to. Booking with the school can be its own issue depending on the day. To start, I'll explain the...
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