100+ Hair Salon Review Examples

Here are 100+ hair salon review examples you can copy and paste. These positive 5-star reviews work for stylists, colorists, blowout bars, barbershops, and nail salons. Use them on Google, Yelp, or your own website. Just copy, customize, and paste.

Why Hair Salon Reviews Matter

Online reviews are the #1 way new clients find a stylist:

• 84% of clients read reviews before booking a hair appointment
• 5-star salons get 3x more booking requests
• Before/after photos with positive reviews increase conversion by 50%

What Makes a Great Salon Review?

4 elements every 5-star salon review should include:

1. Stylist's name – "Maria" not just "my stylist"
2. Service type – "balayage" or "men's fade"
3. Specific detail – "she fixed my orange brassiness" or "the scalp massage was 10 minutes"
4. Outcome – "my curls aren't frizzy" or "my color lasted 12 weeks"

100+ Hair Salon Review Examples by Sub-Category

Haircut & Styling Reviews

"First haircut since COVID. Jessica listened when I said 'just a trim' and didn't take off 6 inches. She's my stylist for life now."

"I showed Maria a photo of a $500 balayage. She did it for $180 and it looked better than the photo. My hair didn't feel damaged after."

"I have curly hair and have been burned by so many stylists. Rachel knew how to dry-cut curls. I left with volume, not triangle head."

"David gave me the best men's fade I've ever had. He used a straight razor on my neck and hot towel. Old-school barber skills."

"The consultation was free and thorough. They explained why my previous color wasn't working (porosity issues). I appreciated the honesty."

"I walked in with a botched haircut from Supercuts. Sarah fixed it without chopping off all my length. I almost cried from relief."

"My fine, thin hair has never looked fuller. She textured it perfectly and taught me how to blow-dry for volume. Life-changing."

"The stylist listened when I said 'I want to keep the length but add layers.' Most salons ignore that. She didn't. Perfect."

"I have a cowlick that's ruined every haircut. Marcus worked with it, not against it. My hair stays down now."

"She cut my hair dry instead of wet. That's how you know she knows curls. My ringlets are bouncy and defined."

"My 4-year-old got his first haircut. The stylist gave him a lollipop, played cocomelon on the iPad, and finished in 4 minutes. No tears."

"I brought a photo of a celebrity cut. She said 'that's a $500 extension look, but here's what will work for your hair.' Honest and skilled."

"The haircut was $65 in NYC. I've paid $150 for worse. She spent 45 minutes on detail work – point cutting, texturizing, the works."

"My asymmetrical bob is perfectly straight across the back. She checked the mirror 5 times. Perfectionist. I respect that."

"I told her 'do whatever you think would look good.' Brave move. She gave me a lob with soft layers and I've never felt more confident."

Color & Highlights Reviews

"I showed Maria a photo of a $500 balayage. She did it for $180 and it looked better than the photo. My hair didn't feel damaged."

"They fixed a botched color from another salon. It took 4 hours and a lot of toner. I went from brassy orange to icy blonde. Miracle workers."

"My root touch-up is seamless. She matches my natural color perfectly. No grow-out line."

"I wanted rose gold but was scared. The colorist did a strand test first, showed me the result, and then did the full head. She let me opt out. I loved it."

"My gray coverage is 100% and natural-looking. She uses a technique that blends the new growth so I can go 8 weeks between appointments."

"The balayage looks like I spent a week at the beach. Natural, sunkissed, no harsh lines. Worth the $250."

"I have black hair and wanted purple highlights. She bleached carefully over 2 sessions to avoid damage. My hair is still healthy."

"She corrected my orange brassiness with a toner that cost $30. Another salon wanted $200 for a whole new color. Honest and skilled."

"My platinum card is white, not yellow. She uses a purple shampoo mask as part of the service. My blonde stays bright for weeks."

"The ombré is so smooth. No line of demarcation. She painted each strand individually. Took 3 hours but worth it."

"I brought a Pinterest fail – a color that didn't work on my skin tone. She told me honestly and suggested a warmer version. She was right."

"My red hair stays vibrant for 6 weeks. She uses a color-depositing conditioner as a treatment. My red doesn't fade to orange."

"She does baby lights, not chunky highlights. So natural that people ask if I was born blonde. I'm not."

"The color melt from dark brown to caramel is seamless. She used 4 different shades. Artistry."

"She fixed my home bleach disaster. Deep conditioning treatment, low-volume developer, and patience. My hair survived."

Blowout & Styling Reviews

"Walked in without an appointment on a Saturday. They squeezed me in within 20 minutes. The blowout lasted 4 days. Unreal."

"The scalp massage during the wash was 10 full minutes. I nearly fell asleep. They used organic products that smelled like a spa."

"My blowout survived 90% humidity and a 2-hour outdoor event. What kind of witchcraft is this?"

"She used a round brush and tension like a pro. My hair was smooth, shiny, and bouncy. I looked like a TV anchor."

"The stylist taught me how to replicate the blowout at home. Showed me which brush, which product, which direction to dry. So helpful."

"I got a blowout for my job interview. I felt so confident. I got the job. Coincidence? Maybe. But my hair looked expensive."

"She used a Dyson Airwrap and knew exactly how to use it. My curls held for 2 days. I want to buy one now."

"The blowout bar has champagne and free WiFi. I worked while they dried. Multitasking perfection."

"My thick, coarse hair is usually a nightmare to dry. She sectioned it, used the right products, and finished in 30 minutes. Magic."

"The stylist asked about my part, my usual style, and my hair concerns. She customized the blowout to my face shape. So thoughtful."

Bridal & Event Hair Reviews

"My bridal hair stayed perfect through 3 hours of dancing and 90% humidity. The trial run was included, and they came to the venue."

"The stylist came to my hotel room at 6 AM. She did me, my mom, and 4 bridesmaids. Everyone looked gorgeous. She finished early."

"I had a trial with another salon that was a disaster. Rachel fixed it in 30 minutes. My updo was elegant, secure, and didn't give me a headache."

"The price was $150 for bridal hair, which included the trial. That's half of what other salons quoted. And it was better."

"My maid of honor has super short hair. The stylist gave her a curly pixie with accessories. She felt included and beautiful."

"The stylist pinned in my grandmother's brooch into the updo. She was so careful and respectful. I cried."

"My hair lasted through wind, photos, and the reception. Bobby pins everywhere but it held. Thank you."

"The salon opened early just for my bridal party on a Sunday. That's customer service."

"She did a loose, romantic updo that looked effortless but took 45 minutes of pinning. Artistry."

"My flower crown was integrated perfectly. You couldn't see the wires. She has done this a thousand times."

Kids' Haircut Reviews

"My 4-year-old got his first haircut. The stylist gave him a lollipop, played cocomelon on the iPad, and finished in 4 minutes. No tears from either of us."

"The salon has a car-shaped chair and a TV playing Paw Patrol. My son didn't want to leave. Best $20 ever."

"My daughter has sensory issues. The stylist used quiet clippers, let her watch on a phone, and took 3 breaks. So patient."

"The stylist gave my son a superhero cape and let him 'cut' a piece of fake hair first. He felt brave. No meltdown."

"My toddler moved constantly. The stylist followed her head and never nicked her. Skilled and calm."

"They gave my daughter a certificate and a lock of hair for her first haircut. Sweet touch."

"The price was $18 for a kids' cut. Cheap. Fast. Good. That's all I need."

"My 10-year-old wanted an undercut. The stylist talked to her like an adult, showed her photos, and did exactly what she asked. Respectful."

"The stylist braided my daughter's hair after the cut. She felt like a princess. Free upgrade."

"They have a loyalty card – 5 kids' cuts get the 6th free. We're on our 4th."

Men's & Barber Reviews

"David gave me the best men's fade I've ever had. He used a straight razor on my neck and hot towel. Old-school barber skills."

"The barber took 45 minutes on my beard alone. Shape, line, oil, balm, hot towel. I looked like a new man."

"Walked in on a Saturday. Waited 10 minutes. $25 haircut + $10 beard. Unbeatable."

"My son's first barber cut. He gave him a lollipop and a high five. My son felt like a big kid."

"The barber used clippers, shears, and a straight razor. Three tools for one haircut. Attention to detail."

"I have a receding hairline. The barber didn't try to hide it – he gave me a cut that works with it. Honest and skilled."

"The shop has beer in the fridge. Free. I drank a Modelo while getting a fade. Heaven."

"My barber remembered my name after one visit. 'Hey Mike, same as last time?' Yes. Loyalty earned."

"He used a straight razor on my neck and the shave was so smooth. No razor burn. No ingrown hairs."

"The barber shop is clean, masks optional, and they take cards. Modern barbering."

Nail Salon Reviews (included as related service)

"My gel manicure lasted 3 full weeks without a single chip. The nail tech was meticulous – cuticle work alone took 20 minutes."

"Walked in for a pedicure without an appointment. They took me immediately and offered me tea or prosecco. I chose both."

"The salon is spotless. They use sealed tools and liners in the foot baths. I felt safe."

"The nail artist did a custom design from a photo. Hand-painted roses on 10 nails. Took an hour but looked like art."

"My dip powder manicure lasted 4 weeks. No lifting. No cracking. Best $50 I've spent."

"They have a loyalty card – buy 5 get 1 free. And the front desk actually reminded me to stamp it. Honest."

"The pedicure massage chair was amazing. She spent 15 minutes on my calves. I almost fell asleep."

"My 8-year-old got a mini manicure. They were so sweet with her. Pink polish and a little flower. She felt so grown up."

"The nail tech fixed my broken natural nail with silk wrap and gel. You can't even tell. Saved my nail."

"They stayed open 20 minutes late because my appointment ran long. No rush. No attitude. Just kindness."

Barbershop & Fade Reviews

"Best skin fade in the city. Zero lines. Blended perfectly from 0 to 2. Master barber."

"He edge me up with a straight razor so clean I looked like a new recruit. Sharp."

"The barber took 15 minutes on my lineup alone. Perfectionist. I respect that."

"Hot towel shave on my head. Smooth as glass. No irritation. I'm never going anywhere else."

"My barber uses a foil shaver to get my bald head glass-smooth. Then cold towel. Luxury."

"The shop plays hip hop, not pop. Vibes are immaculate. I look forward to my cut."

"He trimmed my nose hair and eyebrows without asking. Included. Detail-oriented."

"My barber gave me advice on beard oil and brush. Not a sales pitch – actually helpful."

"The online booking system is easy. I pick my barber, my time, and pay a deposit. No waiting."

"My barber remembered my son's name and asked about his baseball game. That's why I tip 30%."

How to Write a Hair Salon Review (5-Step Guide)

1. Name your stylist – "Maria at Shear Genius"
2. Name the service – "balayage and haircut"
3. Give one specific detail – "she fixed my orange brassiness"
4. Describe the result – "my color lasted 12 weeks and grew out naturally"
5. Recommend – "ask for Maria, she's worth the wait"

Example before vs. after:

• ❌ "Great haircut, thanks!"
• ✅ "5 stars for Maria at Shear Genius. I showed her a photo of a $500 balayage. She did it for $180 and it looked better than the photo. My hair didn't feel damaged. Ask for Maria – she's an artist."

How to Respond to Salon Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I write in a 5-star salon review?

A: Name the stylist, the service, one specific detail, and the outcome. Example: "5 stars for Maria. She fixed my botched color and my hair feels healthy. Ask for her."

Q: Can I copy and paste these examples?

A: Yes – but customize the stylist name, service, and details. Generic reviews look fake. Change at least 3 things.

Q: How do I leave a Google review for a salon?

A: Search for the salon on Google Maps, click "Write a review," sign in, select stars, and paste. See our Google review guide.

Q: Should I mention price in my review?

A: Yes, it's very helpful. "A wash, cut, and blow-dry for $65 in NYC" tells people what to expect.

Q: What if I don't remember my stylist's name?

A: Describe them: "the tall woman with glasses at the front station." The salon can identify them.