I have been living in NYC for a little less than a year and have had my hair highlighted probably four or five times, based on recommendations I found on Citysearch--I'm definitely one of those people that have never written on here! I went to Platinum Salon about three times, and Ioved my colorist there, Caitlin, but she has since moved back to the OC (where she gets her skills in blonde hair!). The last time I went I got highlights/single process (based on recommendation by the colorist, Sheila told me later that was unnecessary/unhealthy for my hair) that made my hair orange, so I went back to get them redone and had them even more messed up. I was so upset and desperate and I made an appointment at Salon Mingle with Sheila based on the reviews here--SHE IS A MIRACLE WORKER! I walked in and was treated so well by everyone. Sheila took the time to examine all of my messed up highlights, looked at the pictures I brought of what I used to look like and wanted to still look like, and gave me two options: 1. the faster option of just adding lowlights or 2. toning me back to my natural dark blonde, then add in more highlights. She explained everything so thoroughly and I felt very comfortable choosing the second option--and I was NOT AT ALL DISAPPOINTED! EXACTLY WHAT I ASKED FOR! I have not made a second appointment at any of the other salons I have been to in the city and I have an appointment with Sheila in June to get my touchup highlights. Thank you so much Sheila for saving my hair!
Pros: Experienced colorist, friendly staff
Cons: None? I walked past it at first?
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