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2 Atlantic Ave
Boston, MA 02110 42.3637 -71.051

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Neighborhoods: North End, Central

JOISALON.COM

Years in business

Established in 2005

Last updated 2.19.11

Category:

Beauty Salons, Hair Removal, Skin Care, Manicures & Pedicures, Spas

Payment Methods:

Gift Certificate, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Travelers Check

Massage Services:

Massage

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Joi Salon

Featured Review

Alison Bulman

Contributor

The Scene – At first glance, this small space appears to be strictly a hair salon. White marble floors and light brown wood and glass shelves lend the space an atmosphere of streamlined cleanliness. Inside bright, kiwi-colored walls and floor-to-ceiling glass, women of all ages sit with their hair in foils or receiving trims as they chat with young, hip hairdressers. The main hint that there's more than just hair here? A single door leading to the spa's treatment rooms, from which patrons emerge thoroughly spoiled. – – The Services – Once guests enter one of the…

Editor's Tips

Know Before You Go:
To save yourself from stinging, refrain from shaving your legs before receiving any of the spa's body treatments. Similarly, the spa cannot perform waxing services for guests taking Accutane, Retin-A or similar drugs that cause increased skin sensitivity.
The Extras:
Joi Salon can add gratuity to a credit card purchase, so don't fret if you don't have cash.
Brands:
Be sure to grab some Bumble and bumble, Aveda or Murad after your next appointment.
Cancellation Policy:
The salon requires 24 hours notice for cancellation or service will be charged.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “Even though this is a trendy salon and spa, all staff are friendly and makes you feel very comfortable.”
  2. “The mood was set instantly with candles, lighting, music and the most comfortable bed ever.”
  3. “Jenny Miller (the girl that I saw) did exactly what I asked for, gave me great recommendations, and made the experience totally comfortable.”
  4. “Everything was great; the room, the atmosphere, and the service.”
  5. “Everyone in the salon seemed very friendly and the atmosphere was relaxed and not stuffy which is one thing i've experienced before and can ruin your entire experience.”
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. “Instead of ignoring my comments and giving the same overstyled, early 90's Jennifer Aniston 'do every other stylist in Boston likes to dish out - he gave me a sexy new cut that works with my hair texture and I can easily style myself.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “It is a great place.”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “have already made plans to come back and highly recommend this place to my friends.”
service
100.0% positive
  1. “They are both amazing people and very professional.”
  2. “Besides the hair cut the staff was also "friendly" and "attentive”
  3. “Even though this is a trendy salon and spa, all staff are friendly and makes you feel very comfortable.”
  4. “Along with the rest of the staff Liz was professional and friendly.”
  5. “The staff is very nice and down to earth and I was very pleased with my cut and color.”
  6. “Everything was great; the room, the atmosphere, and the service.”
  7. “Everyone in the salon seemed very friendly and the atmosphere was relaxed and not stuffy which is one thing i've experienced before and can ruin your entire experience.”
  8. “The place was great; people were super nice and my hair cut was actually better than I could have ever expected.”
value
100.0% positive
  1. “thought that the prices were very reasonable and the services far beyone my expectations.”
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. “Jill is absoutely great- she has quick hands and uses hard wax, which is a lot less painful than European wax that most estheticians use.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/03/10

Best place - great service, clean and accommodating

by MikeLonigro2 at Citysearch

Moved from NY - tried 2 other places - more expensive ones including in Newbury st. Lori at Joi salon is simply the best. Professional and knows her job - She performed where others failed. Quick and caring.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/12/10

Joi is the best...

Contributor at Citysearch

I had just moved to the boston area and was extremely nervous about trying a new person to cut my hair. After long consideration I finally decided to take the plunge and lucked out with edna... she took the time to listen to what I wanted and suggested the right products for my hair. I was so happy with the results I booked my next appointment...

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/03/09

Great place for a hair cut and wax

by serinaq at Citysearch

Kelyn gives an outstanding haircut and never tries to talk you into anything. Over time she gets to know what you like, what works with your hair and I have always left thrilled.

No need to get into detail about waxing- bottom line is that Liz is the BEST in Boston, hands down.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/06/09

Best Brazilian Wax in Boston

by Erica2009 at Citysearch

If you are looking for the best brazilian wax in Boston look no further! Liz at Joi Salon is the best.

I have been looking for a long time and been to many different places. This time my hair was not even long enough but some how Liz managed to get it all out. She made me feel very comfortable and to top things off it was the quickest and the least painful Brazilian I have ever gotten! and I have had MANY from at least a dozen different ladies. Thank you Liz! you are truly the best!

  • Pros: The best Brazilian wax in Boston
  • Cons: Parking. You have to pay for parking because there is none off the street
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/17/09

Great for Blondes :)

by queenjmh at Citysearch

I love the Joi Salon! It is a great place. It is so convenient if you live in the North End. I hate going all the way to Newbury for a sub-par cut and color.

As far a highlights...Kellyn knows what she is doing. My hair looks natural and bright. The right mix of highlights and lowlights. And she is such a pleasure to be around! She also saved me from a bad cut a few months ago!!

I'll never stray from Joi. As long as Kellyn is there- I'm there!

  • Pros: Close to the North End, Kellyn, Appointment times on the weekends/after work
  • Cons: NONE ;)

The Details on Joi Salon

Place Categories:

  • friendly staff
  • great place
  • totally happy joi salon
  • best liz
  • bad cut
  • gleaming skin
  • great experience
  • great color recommendations
  • fantastic blond color
  • helpful everyon
  • definitely recommend joi
  • great facial
  • never outstanding haircut
  • super nice liv tyler
  • superb salon coordinator
  • best brazilian wax
  • recommended products
  • good haircuit
  • good unimpressive salon
  • great hands
  • very friendly everyone
  • very convenient sundays
  • highly recommended very
  • amazing people
  • perfect stylistesthetician