(718) 599-1449

147 Grand St (Between Bedford Avenue and Berry Street)
Brooklyn, NY 11211 40.714828 -73.962106

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Neighborhood: Williamsburg

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Hours:

Tue-Fri 12pm-8pm

Sat 10am-6pm

Last updated 12.01.09

Category:

Beauty Salons, Spas

Payment Methods:

American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard

Massage Services:

Massage

Hair Care Services:

Hair Relaxing, Wedding Hair Styles, Haircuts, Hair Coloring, Hair Extensions, Updos

What People Are Saying About Self Salon

Featured Review

Laura Norkin

Contributor

You may stand out after a trip to this Williamsburg salon, since bed-head, Flock of Seagulls-style looks are more common in this 'hood than high-end cuts. Owner and stylist Maria Barca opened up the shop in 2004 at just 23-years-old, and has since established a loyal clientele thanks to her natural eye, proficiency with scissors and commitment to friendly service. Several staffers hail from top-notch salons like Frédéric Fekkai and Oscar Blandi; there's even a Deva-trained curl specialist. And if the clean, white, open space isn't calming enough, acupuncture and zero balancing services are…

Editor's Tips

Look Good:
Skip the shampoo and opt for one of owner Maria Barca's signature dry cuts.
The Extras:
Friend the salon on Facebook and you'll be privy to the latest looks as well as any special deals being offered.
Save Money:
New clients score 15 percent off. Discounts are also available for referring new customers.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. was early for my appointment only to relax on this big comfortable red sofa with all the gossip magazines i could read.
  2. The new space is really comfortable, too.
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. The space itself is impeccable - modern, fresh and relaxing.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. it's a great place to find gifts like candles, teas & organic beauty products, and i never tire of seeing what's new everytime i visit.
  2. and a great place for a haircut.
service
100.0% positive
  1. The cranio is amazing because unlike other massage type services the work continues days after you have had the service.
  2. highly recommend self + therapy I am a regular at the space and I always feel right at home the staff is friendly the space is amazing.
wait time
0.0% positive
  1. Anyway, as I waited for my appointment I noticed that the stylist (Maria) had this nasty look on her face like she was going to convulse all exorcist-style any minute on her client.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/27/10

Beautiful, friendly salon! Love them!

by moongypsy24 at Citysearch

I love, love, love Self Salon!!! The customer service is excellent, everyone is so nice. Maria, who's the owner is such a sweetheart and styled my hair to look amazing for my son's wedding day. A week before at another Brooklyn salon, my hair was made to look horrible with a color job that was a nightmare. My poor hair looked fried after the damage was done. He didn't even apologize and I was charged almost 400.00. So grateful to Maria who did an amazing job with my hair, She made my hair look so healthy and beautiful. I received compliments on my hair and makeup all evening. Danielle who is also a love worked her magic and did an incredible job on doing my makeup for the special day. It was beautifully done and people raved how beautiful I looked. My son upon seeing me had a huge smile on his face and said I looked beautiful. Priceless. So grateful to Self Salon for making this mom extremely happy and beautiful. I will be going back to Self Salon for all my hair and makeup. Love them!!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/02/09

Tranquil, Minimalist Salon in Williamsburg

by AMontero at Citysearch

I used to always get my hair done in Manhattan. I got fed up of taking the train to Manhattan from Williamsburg every weekend, so began to troll the neighborhood for new salons. One day I walked by Self and haven't turned back. The space itself is impeccable - modern, fresh and relaxing. The owner Maria did an absolutely amazing job with my cut and Danielle is a color magician. I'd actually never had color before and was so very happy with my new locks. I think my cut was $75 with Maria and balayage highlights which I got were $175 - totally worth it and still about half of what I used to pay! They also rock the blowouts! Love them.

  • Pros: best cuts and color in the 'burg
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/14/09

Amazing, relaxing hair salon in Williamsburg

by agraham18 at Citysearch

I used to always get my hair done in Manhattan. I got fed up of taking the train to Manhattan from Williamsburg every weekend, so began to troll the neighborhood for new salons. One day I walked by Self and haven't turned back. The space itself is impeccable - modern, fresh and relaxing. The owner Maria did an absolutely amazing job with my cut and Danielle is a color magician. I'd actually never had color before and was so very happy with my new locks. I think my cut was $75 with Maria and balayage highlights which I got were $175 - totally worth it and still about half of what I used to pay! Love them.

  • Pros: best hair and color in town
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/15/09

great

by amy84 at Citysearch

I grew my hair for 3 years and being new to williamsburg I had to find a salon.I put all my faith in Maria to satisfy my need for a new up to date hair style and thats exactly what I got..i looked amazing and i have gotten so many compliments from friends and even strangers..thank u

  • Pros: amazing
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/14/09

Best Hair I've ever had!!

by Aish619 at Citysearch

I have been to a few salons around the city. Then I finally found "the one" I came into Self + Therapy a few years ago and have been hooked ever since. I had my haircut with Maria whom is the owner. After reading the two negative most likely fake reviews I felt the need to write a review to set some things straight. Maria is nothing but professional and a perfectionist when she is cutting hair she ALWAYS makes sure you leave happy and in love with your hair. She is super easy to talk to and is very knowledgeable about hair types and products for each different hair type. I also recently had Danielle the colorist add a few hilights to my hair. I had no previous color on my hair and was pretty apprehensive about coloring it, I knew it was time to add a little something to it being winter time i was feeling drab. Danielle suggested painting in a few hilights just to brighten my face. I am so thankful I listened I left the salon with my hair looking like Eva Mendez it was exactly what I had in mind! Thanks Maria and Danielle for making me feel so beautiful and brightening up my winter!!

  • Pros: Best hair experience!
  • Cons: I cant come in every day!

The Details on Self Salon

Place Categories:

  • relaxing new space
  • nice haircut
  • great place
  • comfortable red sofa
  • great experience
  • unique jewelry
  • great knitwear
  • excellent therapists
  • friendly staff
  • good treatment
  • recommend maria
  • amazing lotions
  • really sucked chick
  • very beautiful jennifer anistongiselle bundchen look
  • amazing blowout
  • nasty look
  • highly recommend self therapy
  • seemingly cool salon
  • once beautiful healthy locks
  • perfect acupuncture experiences
  • good hands
  • amazing cranio