I've been getting my haircut here for 6 years now, and even though I've moved to a different part of town, I still come back. They are great - all of the stylists are highly trained and have a... More

I've been getting my haircut here for 6 years now, and even though I've moved to a different part of town, I still come back. They are great - all of the stylists are highly trained and have a special technique for cutting and styling hair so that you always leave happy and satisfied with your new doo!
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Scott J is conveniently located on Broadway near Columbia University, right next to Starbucks (upstairs). It pretty much has the monopoly on Columbia students, as there aren't many similar salons... More

Scott J is conveniently located on Broadway near Columbia University, right next to Starbucks (upstairs). It pretty much has the monopoly on Columbia students, as there aren't many similar salons nearby. As a matter of convenience, I started going to Scott J when we moved to the neighborhood. Convenience is probably the only thing that has caused me to go back. It's a so-so salon with average stylists. Every stylist has an assistant who washes the hair, etc. (read: more than one person to tip). I've never had a bad haircut / color there, but I've not had a fabulous one either. The atmosphere is not very spa-like. It's pretty run-of-the-mill in terms of design. The prices, however, are more in line with a spa. A women's haircut is no less than $50 (there is a 10% student discount), and highlights will run you somewhere in the neighborhood of $150 or more). They do fantastic blowdrys, and offer free makeup "touch-up" when you get a cut, color, etc. If you aren't looking for perfect hair, then this place is adequate. However, I'd expect a little bit more out of a NYC salon.
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If you want perfected eyebrows, visit Scott J Aveda, and ask for Natalia. She is not only welcoming and professional, but she always remembers your name and what is going on in your life (but not... More

If you want perfected eyebrows, visit Scott J Aveda, and ask for Natalia. She is not only welcoming and professional, but she always remembers your name and what is going on in your life (but not in a pushy way.) The other services – massage and facials are also luxurious with out breaking the bank the way many full service salons can be in the city.
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