Mark Garrison

I Always go to MG salon, whether its blowouts or cuts. Iam always pleased. I see Maria, Redd, and sanae whoever is free and they always take GREAT care of me! HIGHLY RECOMMENED THE LADIES OF MARK GARRISON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pros: always pleased more

I went to Mark Garrison Salon - and had the misfortune of having Maria Palazzo cut my hair - well, the first time more time was spent on my hair and I was satisfied. The second time, she barely took her time, went scissor happy--and over layered my hair...clearly, she didn't care about the finished look nor took pride in her work. With what they charge, a client should not be rushed. I had to go somewhere else to fix what Maria had done--and she is supposedly a senior stylist?! Based on what standard?! One star is too much if you want my honest opinion. Anyone knows that if you have fine hair - you DO NOT over texturize or creat too many layers - it thins it out!! What a rip off and waste of time. I went elsewhere and they cleaned it up nicely. Save your money. Cons: Everything more

Mark is so talented - worth every penny. Pros: haircuts grow out really nicely more

I visited Mark Garrison Salon for a haircut with Mark a few months ago and was completely blown away. (no pun intended!) Mark is what they call a real master stylist. He cuts with intense precision and enormous detail and truly gave me the BEST haircut of my life! I have long curly hair and Mark added long layers in just the right places which gave an actual shape to my mane of curls for the first time. And even though it was pricey for me, he gave me such a fabulous cut that after 3 months, I still don?t even need a trim. But I did just go back to the salon for a color appointment with Sam. After studying my features and coloring, he took my over processed, brassy August hair to the most amazing shade of copper. It?s so beautiful and so natural that it really looks like I was born with this color. I feel so fortunate to have found this dream team. In addition to loving everything about Mark and Sam, the salon itself is so lovely. Everything from booking my appointment to the greeting at the door to the great people who assist, was handled with true professionalism and a smile. The salon has absolutely none of the pretentiousness that most Upper East Salons have. Pros: Amazing experts in lovely setting Cons: Can't think of any! more

My friend reccommeded I go to Mark Garrison for my next haircut. Mark cut my long, straight boring hair into a hip and easy to manage style. Everytime I pass a mirror I do a double take and have received so many compliments over the last few days I will never get my haircut anywhere else! Mark took into consideration my low maintenance lifestyle but was still able to give me a fashionable cut that literally just falls into place when I wake up in the morning. Ive never had bangs before but Mark knew that they would flatter my face shape and bring out my eyes. And he was more than right! You can trust you are in good hands when you are in Mark?s chair, he will give you the best cut and style that works for you. The haircut is worth every penny and then some. Not to mention he is a sweet guy and is easy on the eyes!! Pros: amazing haircut! Cons: none that I noticed more

I've been to many salons in my life, but none have exceeded my expectations quite like the Mark Garrison Salon. Everything from scheduling my appointment to check in to my services were handled with the utmost professionalism. My haircut with Mark was top-notch. He's a master cutter whose precision and attention to detail translated into the best haircut I've ever had in my life. I'm literally blown away (no pun intended). Sam did my color and with the eye of an artist, achieved the most beautiful, natural-looking coppery shade I've ever seen. The space itself is clean and simple without any of the stuffiness that goes along with an upper east side salon. The staff was friendly and all seemed happy to be there. On top of that, my hair has never looked better! Pros: Amazing staff that are as friendly as they are professional Cons: NONE!!!!! more

NOTE-It looks to me as if some of the ""Excellent"" Pros: Pleasant salon environment;Very good colorist Cons: Horrible Cut for $350 by Mark himself more

I've been writing about hair and beauty for many years and have been to some of the best salons/stylists in the city. I have very thick, wavy hair and no one could ever make it look right--it was always bulky, frizzy and unflattering. Mark was recommended to me by a friend and after a short consultation, he put me completely at ease so I gave him carte blanche to do whatever he wanted, the only stipulation being that I didn't want it too short. The result was amazing--my jaw-length cut had lift, fullness and beautiful, frizz-free curl. I have never received so many compliments and I'm in the hair biz! I also call it the cut that keeps on giving because it lasts a full six weeks without losing its shape. Mark is truly a genius & I can't imagine ever going to anyone else. Pros: Mark's the Wizard of Hair Cons: You may be kept waiting awhile more

Redd did an amazing job on my brazilion relaxer. Pros: Great Service more

i was recommended by a friend to see Gianni a jr colorist at Mark Garison Salon, i was hesitant at first because of the ""jr"" in his title, but he is amazing, i thought my color was nice before i went to see Gianni, but after a few hours of highlights and color my hair looks amazing, i never thought my hair could look so good and natural! If you are looking for great color with someone who takes his time and listens to what you want...see Gianni! Pros: affordable color from a profectionist!!! Cons: hard to get an appointment more

I go to Edita and she is amazing. She definetly does the best blonde highlights in the city more

This stylist ruined my hair. She does not know how to cut hair Every hair is a different length. She made a mess and haircut was expensive. I will never return and I hope this is a warning to anyone who goes to this salon. Pros: nice salon Cons: expensive and not professional more

Although $350 may seem like a lot to some for a haircut, it is well worth it! Mark knew exactly what I was looking for and listenedd to what I had to say. He also gave me some great tips and products for stying my wavy hair on a regular basis which have worked amazingly well at home when I style it. I have never written a review on here before, but and am so happy with my results that I wanted to help others in their quest for a gorgeous cut. Once you invest the $ in a haircut/stylist of this caliber you will understand and see what a huge difference it makes! His assistant Bri was very nice and did a great blowout w a lot of body. The front desk people had a bit of an attitude problem, that would be the only negative coment I could say about my experience at the salon. I am looking forward to my next cut with Mark! Pros: Greatest stylist! Cons: Atmosphere was a bit random more

A friend of mine recommended Mark Garrison Salon to me a few months ago. I called for an appointment and asked the receptionist to recommend a stylist for a cut and color. I got my color done by Johnny...I was comfortable from the start! He was polite and funny and really listened to what I wanted. After my color I got my hair styled by Maria. She was friendly and professional. During our consultation, we worked together to find the cut that would look best for my face and style. Throughout the process I always felt comfortable to add my opinion and I ended up with a great cut and color! I am so happy that I was referred to Mark Garrison and hope to see Maria and Johnny everytime I go! Pros: friendly staff more

I have been going to Mark garrison himself for years. Sadly his prices went up thru the years, So I stopped going to the salon. After a couple bad cuts I went back to the salon and asked mark for his help. His cut as always was AWESOME! He assured me that other stylists in the salon would take care of me at 1/2 his price, He said ""Maria will take better care of you than me and give you a better blowout TOO!"" Wow is he right. Maria is a doll, and cuts just like mark. I love the both of them and the way they get along. The whole staff laughs and teases eachother, just making you feel welcome and at home. Pros: great staff, no ego more

I have jumped from salon to salon since I moved to new york, never being wowed, until I tried mark garrison salon. I was recomended to MARIA from a co worker, I wasnt convinced that any hair cut was worth $95. Boy was I wrong. Maria was kind, friendly and cared about how I cared for my hair. She had great suggestions and wasnt pushy, And The BEST PART is my hair looks great when I do it myself!!!! more

I shouldn't share my secret but I had tried so many place in NYC for highlights and Marc Garrison is truly the best. And my colorist is Joesph and he is just so incredible. Everytime I leave there I am just so happy with it and it's not a fortune either!!! more

gossipy- rushed-rude and awkward Pros: color, location Cons: service more

I had my hair cut by Redd, and it was by far the best cut I have ever had. I am finally in need of another cut, six months later. My friends noticed it as well. I had been going to Bumble and Bumble for years, but the cut I got from Redd made me a new customer. I found out about the salon by asking a woman whose hair I loved where she got her cut and who did it. I'm very picky about this stuff, and I was thrilled. I even called a week later to tell them. I got exactly what I asked for, only better. more

I recently had a terrific experience at Mark Garrison Salon. I had sugned up for the color class on Wednesday night and it was terrific. I had a great experience. Each of the students asked what I was looking for and the instructor decided on Horace. He was terrific. The experience was wonderful including the great scalp massage during the wash. The color hightlights came out natural and wonderful. I loved every minute! Thanks for a great all around time! more