09/18/09

Good but not worth the price charged

by Mel2319

Why are clients being charged $170 up for a touch up and a trim, not a precision cut, just the ends.

A wash and deep conditioner $95.

Hair looks good but not great.

• Pros: Prompt service
• Cons: Over priced.- never sure what you will be paying at the end

08/12/09

I finally found a great salon

by cosmochic

I really enjoyed my experience here. Natasha is great! She's knowledgeable, courteous and respectful of your time. I'm growing my hair natural and she is very supportive of this process. She listens to what you want and infuses that with what you need. And the best part is that you're in and out quickly but you still get a great salon experience. The staff is great and the assistants give the best shampoos I've ever had. She's a little expensive but I'm learning to budget my money so that i can go at least every two weeks. I love it here and I never miss an appointment!

• Pros: never have to wait long
• Cons: a little expensive

07/31/09

I'm truly impressed...

by greedysmurf

I went to this salon after researching salons in the area. I was looking for a place that would style natural hair since I have gone natural (without a relaxer) the last year. After doing my hair myself and getting frustrated, I went to the salon with my hair looking a mess!! I was a bit ashamed of its condition, but I have come to the conclusion that I can't do it myself anymore. I walked in thinking that I was just going to give up and get a relaxer but the stylist Shoshanna convinced me that I didn't need one. She was also natural and flatironed and cut my hair. I must say that it looks better than it ever has with a relaxer. It looks healthy and shiny. I guess I am hooked.

• Pros: Great stylists, friendly staff, clean salon...
• Cons: A bit pricey but worth it!!

05/07/09

Natasha Saved My Hair

by ChenaSheena1

I was referred to Natasha by my good friend Renee. I had been going to another salon and stylist recommended by a different friend. She completed jacked my hair. She over relaxed and over dyed my hair. I was desperate. I decided to give Brooklyn a try. I sat in Natasha's chair in tears. I had what we jokingly now call a "landing strip". The whole middle of my hair was gone and broken off. This landing strip was due to the other stylist bleaching a strip down the middle of my head. Who bleaches and relaxes at the same time? I was duped by being told I was getting 'highlights". Also, who highlights a patch of hair down the middle? I was floored and humiliated when I left the salon. I wanted to choke her. But when I met Natasha she calmed me down and told me very effectively what I needed to do. Since then my hair has grown out beautifully; healthy, thick, shiny and bouncy. So much so that my friends and family tease me that my hair looks like a wig. I love highlights but she warns me that I will have breakage (unavoidable with a relaxer and dye) and my hair will be dry. She is a true aficionado who studies and practices her craft. I could keep writing but in fairness I will end by saying. Get to the GREEN ROOM FAST!!!!

• Pros: Knowledgeable about hair care
• Cons: It is so far for me but worth it nevertheless

03/05/09

My Amazingly Wondeful Evolution!

by Dinai

So I tried a new hair salon after being more faithful than not to my hairdresser of eight years. I usually get a press and curl and went in for pretty much the same thing but was open minded to something new. Well long story short Tiffany (the stylist that did my hair) was amazing. I have never seen my hair look so bouncy and full of life (far from the fried, died and layed to the side look that I often receive). She gave me a cut to die for and it honestly almost bought a tear to my eye because it just looked amazing. I am usually expecting the worst or mediocre results when people try to do my hair, but I see Evolution is not your everyday salon. I love the results, but the true deciding factor in my return was the fact that Tiffany was really concerned with the health and well being of my hair care and took the time to explain what she was doing and even provided me with some hair care tips. In addition, the rest of the staff was very friendly and pleasant and seemed to enjoy being there (which I often don't get at other salons). I felt so pampered and beautiful leaving the salon that I was happy about every last penny that I left behind for a wonderful hair evolution!

• Pros: Friendly staff, nice decor, amazing stylist.
• Cons: Parking is a little difficult but its NYC.

03/03/09

An amazing hair experience

by CSMobileUser

I can't begin to say enough about how pleased I am with this salon and their services! I researched hair salons in Brooklyn before moving here from California at the beginning of this year. This salon had consistently positive reviews, which spoke to the professional service and attention to hair care details, both of which, are extremely important to me. I had my first appointment with the owner today, and I was extremely satisfied with the skills and attentiveness of her staff. I had the best hair wash I have ever had in a salon. My scalp was thoroughly washed and massaged. I had highlights applied, which came out great, and my hair was finished with a nice glaze that helped my color pop even more. I was also very pleased with my final style, and the extra attention given to my dry scalp problem. I am definitely a salon snob, and this salon completely satisfied all of my hair needs today, so much so, that I felt inspired to write about my positive experience. I highly recommend this salon

02/12/09

One of the BEST in BROOKLYN!!!

by cat73

Finally an inviting beauty salon with TRUE PROFESSIONALS!!

The salon was warm and inviting. The decor lends itself to comfort and relaxation. The staff is amazing: skilled, communicative, customer-oriented!! When I walked in on the day before my wedding, I was greeted with a warm and sincere smile. I completed a questionare which was used by the stylist to better serve me. The stylist listened to me and responded to all my questions and concerns. She kept me informed about what she was doing and the products used the entire time. I felt good about being there. My maid of honor got her hair done as well. She was raving about it.

Do you want fabulous hair? Do you want only professionals handling your hair? Do you want to be treated like a queen? Do you want to feel good about your hairstyle and the condition of your hair ?

Then....I highly suggest you make an appointment.

• Pros: staff, decor, service
• Cons: none really

11/10/08

Great Hair Care

by ctmiles

I started going here about three years ago and I have been hooked every since. After cutting off my hair to start growing it natural, I had no idea what to do with it. The staff at Evolution recommended great products that enabled me to control my curls and achieve the look I always wanted. My hair has grown beyond shoulder length in those three years and I know its due to the great hair care advice I have received. I have really learned how to manage my previously unruly hair and when I go to the salon I receive wonderful service and my hair looks amazing. My naturally curly puffy hair is transformed into a soft silky state and to top it off my hair is very healthy now. My hair has grown in length and strength since I started going to this salon. The staff is friendly and the service is great.

• Pros: great hair care advice

11/04/08

5-Star Service in the County of Kings

by vixen5

I came to Evolution based on the recommendation of one of my Sorority sisters (who always has great hair) after finally leaving a stylist that I had been with for more than 10 years. I was gunshy because of the complete lack of professionalism that my previous stylist had shown over the years. But I had no reason at all to fear as Evolution owner Natasha Paul, has created a top flight team of professional stylists. From the door I was welcomed and made to feel like family. I was charmed immediately when I was greeted by name and offered a beverage or a snack. In terms of service, I have come to expect nothing but the best styling, the best services, the best products and the best conversation. Natasha has enhanced my look tenfold in my brief tenure with Evolution. My hair is thriving and I love it. Highly recommended!

• Pros: Great service and styling
• Cons: A la carte services can be pricey but it's worth it for the the level of service

10/26/08

For Black hair care, this can't be beat

by MalaikaJ

The key in that title is CARE. The stylists at Evolution, from the time you walk in the door to when you leave, actually care about the style AND condition of your hair. The first time I got my hair done here, they offered me a drink and asked me to fill out a consultation card relaying the state of my hair and the goals I have for it. Definitely different than anything else I had been to, and this was just within the first 5 minutes!

Of course the style was GREAT. My stylist was truly a perfectionist and wanted to make sure every strand was curved and pressed just right. Unfortunately, because I had natural hair at the time and got a press, it reverted the same evening and I was very frustrated. I went back, and the owner of the salon gave me a free cut to make up for it.

I finally decided to get a perm for the first time in my life, and I only trusted evolution to do it. I cried during the process, and instead of ignoring my tears, the staff comforted me. I truly felt like I was in a room with family.

Even though I'm a working student and not quite balling outta control, I make sure to come here! It's pricey, but still pretty affordable. And for healthy hair, assurance that I'm going to get a great style without risk of my hair falling out, a staff that cares, and a warm, calm environment, I'd say it's well worth it.

• Pros: Warm, friendly service; professional, knowledgebale staff; they actual care about your hair's condition
• Cons: A bit pricey, but it's pretty decent for NY...I'm used to ATL prices!