Janet Rufin's Parlor

I called in desperate need of someone to correct a bad color/highlight job and the receptionist told me that she'd squeeze me in and to come right over. Karen took a look at my hair and did exactly what I wanted: stripped the too dark color from my hair and went over it with a more natural-looking shade. Everyone has been complimenting me on my new color. I will definitely be back! more

It's taken me over 20 years to find a haircut that works for my extremely curly hair, but I found it at Janet Rufin's Parlor! On my first visit Janet spent time with me figuring out the best way to do highlights in my hair, then turned me over for a haircut as well. I've never gotten so many compliments on my hair as I have since I started coming here! more

A few days ago I had the Japanese Straightening done here and my hair looks amazing! They all showed a lot of concern to make sure my hair was not damaged after the treatment. This place is really great, and everyone was just so helpful. I would recommended it to everyone. Pros: Ambience, Service more

Went in looking like a washed out tortoise-shell cat and left feeling beautiful. Weeks later, a stranger woman on the subway told me I had beautiful eye color! Never heard that one before. (My eyes are brown!) It's because my highlights are gorgeous and lighten my eyes, uncannily. Beauty doesn't come cheap though, I've never been charged separately for lowlights and highlights before - in about 25 years of getting salon color in NYC. more

It came highly regarded here on citysearch so I was excited to try it out for a TRIM i repeat a TRIM. The salon is a basic no frills space but I was still excited to have my hair cut by the owner.. I sat in the chair and said I like my hair just need a TRIM and clean up. Janet (owner) said she liked my length and would just clean it up. Well when I left my hair was at least 2 and half inches shorter than when I came in and had NO STYLE just flat to my face and cut blunt. I feel ripped off, cheated and really upset about my chopped locks. \r \r when I checked out the the front desk lady told me if I filled out a citysearch review and printed it out for my next haircut it would be half off. That is how she got this many reviews. Please beware not worth 135 at all go somewhere where its worth it. Again awful :( Pros: lemonade Cons: bad haircut more

Eugene had been highly recommended to me and now I understand why. I have frizzy, curly, thick unmanageable hair. Eugene quickly understood my hair challenges. He successfully thinned it and styled it without having to shorten it dramatically - bringing out its natural curl. This is the best hair cut I've had in years. Have received many compliments. The salon is warm and cozy. Check this place out. You won't regret it! more

Went to Janet Rufin's Parlor for the first time after reading the glowing reviews on Citysearch. Had a haircut with John and was totally thrilled with the results. Haven't had this many compliments about how I looked in a long time. John really listens and then explains what he would like to do and why. While he was cutting my hair we had a lovely conversation about spirituality and I felt very connected to this total stranger. John is very special and talented as well. Make an appointment, you will be glad you saw John. Pros: Haircut, location, quiet more

I definitely recommend this place, especially Karen Murphy. She did an amazing job turning my horrendous dye job into healthy looking highlights. She is also very welcoming and great to talk to. It's also easy to book appointments, even at very short notice.The salon itself is beautiful, nice and cool with an outdoor patio.Karen is absolutely fantastic, she is very precise and does her job beautifully. Pros: easy to book, no sales pressure, great results more

The customer service is fantastic, and Janet did the best hair color I've had. Eugene cut my hair, and I was thrilled with the results. I also referred my best friend to Eugene, who felt it was the best cut she's had. She lives out of state, and plans to continue coming into the city to have her hair cut by him. Big thumbs up! Pros: Expert hair color and cut, friendly staff Cons: None.... more

I have my hair Japanese straightened (thermal reconditioning) and I am loyal to Masako. She has done my hair 3 times now and when she relocated to Janet Ruffin's parlor, of course I followed her there. She does the most amazing job and she is extremely thorough. She doesn't get easily distracted and when she is working on my hair, it feels like there might as well be no one else in the room, that is how hard she is concentrating. And the results are top notch. I will be booking my fourth appointment with her in the next month. She has over 12 years experience in thermal reconditioning, she did it in her native Japan for many years. So if you are looking for an expert in the field, she is the one to see! I have also read amazing reviews on the stylists, I plan on booking an appointment with John to have my hair cut. Pros: Skilled professionals, friendly staff, nice environment more

I've been having some bad luck with my color until i found janet she did a wounderful job on my hair she picked the right colors to compliment my skin tone... but I didnt like the decor of the salon to much I feel that for her prices i would expect more and even though I love animals and have dogs myself I feel that have a dog running around in a salon or spa is inappropriate Especially a golden retriever.. Pros: great results, fun atmospher, great staff Cons: dog on the lose more

I first went to the Salon back in December for color processing. I meet with Janet and she was GREAT!!! She really took the time to figure out what options were going to work best for me. I loved my color and it still looks great 4 months later! I plan on going back to soon a touch up. Pros: Great for Color more

The salon is very hip and cool on one hand and warm and welcoming on the other. I had an awakening by my friend who introduced me to Karen. My hair needed a fix and I had been going to the same place that was doing noting but giving me too much of an orange color. \r Karen worked her magic and found a suitable color for me that turned out beautiful.\r Thanks Karen! more

After spending years dropping so much (hard-earned) cash on celebrity colorists, I am thrilled to discover Janet Rufin's salon. I have asian hair and it's rare to find a colorist who can give me soft color with natural highlights--usually, if I go to less expensive salons, I end up with red brittle hair with orange stripes for highlights. So, I eventually resigned myself to forking over a significant handful of my earnings to pay for good hair color. But, this kind of spending couldn't last (I gotta eat) and this is when I gave Janet Rufin a try. I was apprehensive when I met the beautifully blond Stacey (can she do asian hair??!!). But, after she was through, I was amazed. My hair was glossy, and the color/highlight was perfectly rich, natural-looking, and so flattering. I have had so many compliments and after 2 months, the color still remains rich and beautiful. Stacey has an amazing gift. And unlike other shi-shi salons, you deal with just one person (not a dizzying crew of assistants with more attitude than talent) from beginning to end. Stacey listened to my concerns and delivered beyond my expectations. I left the salon with the prettiest head of hair ever! She is an amazing find. Pros: Talent, Service, Ambience more

I dropped into this place because I live nearby and had gotten three weird haircuts in a row. By chance I was paired with John, one of their stylists. I always feel a little clumsy and out of place at salons because...well...they're just not 'me'. I never know how to put on their little 'tops' or whatever they are. Just one of those things I guess. That's why I was surprised when I sat in John's chair for the first time and felt relaxed. Some individuals just have that effect on people, I suppose, and John is certainly one of them. I could tell you that he's good at cutting/styling my hair (he is) and I could tell you that he listens to me when I describe how I want it cut (he does) and I could rave about how he unobtrusively offers his creative advice about my haircut (he has), but all that would only detract from what really set him apart for me: his ability to make me want to go back.\r \r That's it. Pros: Vibe of the place, skilled staff, cool dog Cons: coffee! more

I was in search of a new salon and stylist - cut, color. I went to Janet's and tested the salon with a wash and blow-out . To my suprise, it was the best and most affordable one i have ever had! I have now been going for a year and get all of my color (blond) and cuts done. They are amazing - everyone is incredibly knowledgeable about color - Janet is a trainer for one of the color lines i found out - and very friendly. This is a hidden gem!\r I think this is one of the best salons in NY! Pros: Color Experts, Friendly, Chic, Affordable, more

I am extremely picky when it comes to my color. I've been have been getting blonde highlights for over ten years so when I went to Janet for the first time I knew exactly what I was looking for in a good colorist. Janet was very patient as I explained in abstract terms what I wanted my hair to look like. She has a great attention detail and I can tell that she has developed a technic that is rare and unique. Janet is not the type of hair dresser to listen and form an opinion and then do what she wants. She really works the client and has very open communication which is extremely important. I felt comfortable with her and trusted her. Janet has the perfect combination of natural talent and good people skills which make her an excellent colorist. I believe that I can depend on Janet for consistently perfect hair color and I am even willing to risk being more creative with my color since I trust in her ability. Pros: Excellent with color, easy to talk to, good atmosphere more

It took me 5 years of living in NYC to find the best blond colorist in the city. After going to the ""top"" very expensive salons and getting horrible brassy or yellow color, my friend (who has been going to Janet for 10 years) gave me her inside tip. Janet's low key attitude and experience make her unintimidating when telling her what you want, either color or cut. Of course I always beg her to make me ""more blond"" and my hair always comes out looking great. Even my boyfriend notices the color and compliments me on it after leaving her parlor. If you are sick of the snobby, factory like NY salons, go to Janet and I promise you will be forever converted!!! \r more

Tried this place after reading allure. Janet gave me the absolute best color I have ever gotten. I have been to several salons and never left with such a satisfied feeling. People are already complimenting me.\r Janet explained every detail perfectly and I actually learned a lot about my hair. I am going next week for a cut to see Eugene and can't wait. more

\r I?ve been to many salons but could never find everything I was looking for in one place:\r \r A perfectly selected color for me, products that won?t dry even more my already parched hair, great service & pleasant atmosphere with a personal touch (that glass of wine was really needed after a long business day).\r \r I got it all in Janet Rufin?s Parlor! Karen is the best colorist ever!! I?d never go anywhere again. My search is finally over!\r more