I've been here 3 times. I was lured in by the 20% off coupon but after my most recent $175.00 job won't be going back. Maria Rivera, one of the stylists kept me returning because she knows what she's doing, explains everything in detail which proves she knows what she's doing and has done a great job with highlighting my hair. A former Newbury Street gal, she's very up to date with modern techniques and for someone like myself who likes a more modest look, knows how to add style to simplicity. I've seen people walk out from her with gorgeous elaborate styles too. She also gives extensive tips on how to dry and style your own hair, demonstrating technique which is really nice. Still, for the price, I expect a more spa-like experience. The salon space is not up to par with its competitors, arguably tacky and far from relaxing with its techno house and blaring dance party music. One thing that bothers me a lot is that they don't properly clean up the fallen hair in the salon. It was all around my chair, all over the floor and on the shampooing chair I sat in. I'm not sure what the protocol for this is in salons, but it seems very unprofessional to have layers and layers of other people's hair scattering near your feet. This has been the case all 3 times I've been there and although the space isn't filthy, it's not clean. The shampoos have been rough and uncomfortable no matter who does it and for a price which usually promises a scalp massage, you'd expect at least a comfortable seat. It's not. I wanted it to be over with and thats usually my favorite part! This time around I was foolishly talked into getting an extra "glaze" put on after my highlight to preserve it and add shine. As a consumer, I think that this should be a part of the package. A good coloring should last long! It was only left on for 3 minutes. 3 minutes for an extra $20! Overall, Amaci needs to work on making its business match its talented stylists or lower prices a lot. For the $$$, its a C.
Pros: Quality results, instructive stylist
Cons: Awful ambience, overpriced, dirty
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