Voted best highlights in Boston, Amaci Salon specializes in hair care for both women and men, coloring, waxing and threading.

(857) 362-8480

230 Stuart St (Arlington Street)
Boston, MA 02116 42.35044 -71.068636

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Neighborhoods: Central, Downtown, Bay Village

www.amacisalon.com

Years in business

Established in 2003

Hours:

SUN 11am - 6pm

MON 11am - 7pm

WED 10am - 7:30pm

THUR 10am - 8pm

FRI 10am - 8pm

SAT 9:45am - 6:30pm

Last updated 8.17.11

Category:

Beauty Salons, Keratin Treatments, Hair Removal, Hair Care

Payment Methods:

Gift Certificate, Check, Visa, MasterCard

Cosmetic Services:

Wedding Make-Up

Hair Removal Services:

Brazilian Wax, Threading, Waxing

Beauty Services:

Makeovers

Hair Care Services:

Japanese Hair Straightening, Wedding Hair Styles, Hair Coloring, Color Correction, Hair Relaxing, Hair Highlights, Hair Extensions

What People Are Saying About Amaci Salon

The Owner

Amaci Salon

Owner

The ultimate experience in luxury hair care.Amaci Salon offers upscale expertise in hair and skin services for a wide range of clientele. Owner Amad Saab and his close knit team ensure a design that amplifies your lifestyle. Every client at Amaci Salon is treated with individual care and expert finesse to capture your vision. Specializing in highlights, design cuts and keratin treatments, Amaci Salon constantly pushes the envelope to stay up to date on all the latest trends for your unique style! This top Boston salon is a one-stop shop for beauty enhancement.

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Featured Review

Contributor

Contributor

Back Bay salon provides men's and women's cuts, plus expert in highlighting and coloring services; facials, straightening and waxing services also offered.

Editor's Tips

Parking:
The salon validates ($3 for two hours) at the 200 Stuart St. garage. They also offer valet parking
Brands:
Redken, Pureology, Aquage and Retro products are always available. Be sure to pick some up after your next appointment to keep that new look vibrant.
Know Before You Go:
Make sure to bring cash or a check for the tip as gratuity cannot be added to a credit card purchase.
Coloring:
This salon's specialties are color and highlights. Try a new color here.
ambiance
92.2599983215332% positive
  1. instantly felt comfortable and knew I was in good hands - this girl really knows her stuff!
  2. Brazilian waxes aren't ever pleasant but she makes you feel comfortable and relaxed.
  3. 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.
  4. Great music, not too loud, nice street side location.
  5. The new salon is fun , funky and much more his style.
  6. The atmosphere was great and I it was like being among friends.
  7. The salon is comfortable and the staff is friendly.
  8. Last I think the location is ideal, you can get there by T or the parking lot is there if you need it I can't say enough of how great this place is and how I would highly recommend them to anyone.
  9. This salon so comfortable and very friendly
  10. have been going back ever since and definitely recommend Amaci for people looking for a high quality salon with out the snobby atmosphere and high prices.
  11. amaci's been a one of a kind experience, where in a very friendly and professional atmosphere i got a state of the art hair color and cut, better than i expected, and its reassuring to know that there still is a talented artist when you need one.
  12. The prices are reasonable, the staff is friendly, and the environment is bright and comfortable.
  13. The cut was great as well as the color and everyone at the salon was very nice and fun to talk to!
  14. The staff are also very friendly, and I always feel very welcome and very comfortable as if I was almost family now.
  15. Plus the atmosphere is great and the prices are reasonable- you can't beat this place!
  16. Amaci Salon in Park Square is conveniently located and offers a comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
  17. Amad was very friendly and gave me a fun flirty haircut that was perfect for my facial features.
  18. The atmosphere is warm and stylish without being intimidating.
  19. was incredibly happy with the value and Ahmad made me feel very comfortable right from the start.
  20. Relaxing atmosphere with friendly+professional staff
  21. The validated parking at the garage next door is a huge plus as well.
  22. exellent overall,exellent salon,exellent quality,and exellent stylist amad and great location what more i can ask for in a full service salon?
  23. Amaci salon is great- convenient location and friendly staff.
  24. Felt very comfortable and the service and atmosphere was very sleek, professional, comfortable.
  25. was impressed with the salon; nice atmosphere, pleasant people, modern decor.
  26. Amad has brought his own personality into Amaci, making it a relaxing, fun place to be, with a team of very talented, creative and dedicated stylists.
  27. He's also fun to talk to and always has interesting stuff to say.
  28. The atmosphere in his salon is inviting and my "two second" wait for Amad was occupied by the mounds and mounds of fabulous fashionista and celeb gossip magazines.
  29. If you looking for a stylist who can do great color and cut with lots of fun ,AMAD is the one
  30. They also validate parking which is a great plus!
  31. Despite the location it is quite easy to get to and the parking validation is great.
  32. They have the best of both worlds of outstanding service as well as professional and comfortable environment in the salon itself, but one of the best things about them is their ability to accommodate my schedule since I travel a lot for work and the weeks
  33. amazing stuff and great atmosphere
  34. If that wouldnt be enough, the place is GREAT: clean, nice, cozy, good location and a great staff.
  35. Amaci was a great move for him to, it has a great atmosphere and great staff!
  36. also work in town so Amaci is in a pretty convenient location.
  37. Amaci is a nice, clean salon with a great ambiance with very friendly employees and great services.
  38. The atmosphere is welcoming unlike many other salons in boston and the prices are very reasonable.
  39. Great atmosphere, cool people working there.
  40. It has a great location, reasonable prices, parking options and they are true professionals.
  41. Great ambiance and hair styling
  42. The haircuts are amazing (I always get compliments on my hair), the prices are reasonable, the atmosphere is hip but laid-back, and the staff is very friendly.
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. She took my hair from being overprocessed, dull and unhealthy to a beautiful, rich shade of chocolate brown.
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. Allow some time, have a glass of wine, enjoy the tunes, and relax to the pampering shampoo/conditioner massages they are all so undeniably amazing at!
  2. The receptionist was immediately welcoming, offering me something to drink, and providing me with a fresh smock.
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. didnt think it could get any better and then she cut my hair, giving my a new fresh stylish look.
  2. The receptionist was immediately welcoming, offering me something to drink, and providing me with a fresh smock.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. She also gives extensive tips on how to dry and style your own hair, demonstrating technique which is really nice.
  2. It has a great location, reasonable prices, parking options and they are true professionals.
  3. Maria is extremely professional and will immediately put you at ease and talk you through different style and cut options that will compliment your style and needs.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. the best place I've ever gone!
  2. My experience at Amaci salon was great, I really had the best hair cut I have had in years the hairdresser who cut my hair Amad seemed so nice and friendly he is great stylist and I really got what I wanted so now I have my own hairstylist that I have bee
  3. Last I think the location is ideal, you can get there by T or the parking lot is there if you need it I can't say enough of how great this place is and how I would highly recommend them to anyone.
  4. I've followed Amad from hair fx on comm ave to leeba salon on comm ave, and now his own place on stuart st. If you want to get a great haircut/style/color without paying out the nose or worrying about the results, this is the place - Amaci Salon.
  5. Just a great place all the way around.
  6. Amaci is a great place with awesome staff that works there.
  7. He makes my hair light and bouncy - I highly recommend this place for people new to Boston looking for a great place to get regular hair cuts.
  8. Plus the atmosphere is great and the prices are reasonable- you can't beat this place!
  9. Definitely worth trying out a new place and now I know that whenever I come to Boston I'll have a great place to get my hair done!
return potential
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. My experience was absolutely horrible and would never return again.
  2. The color has never been this wonderful, and it lasts til i come back.
  3. had searched for a couple of years to find a good salon and stylist in Boston, and it wasn't until I found Amad at Amaci that I found that I was not only satisfied with his work, but I actually looked forward to getting to go back!
  4. love Curtis and would go back to him in a second!
  5. left with a great cut and will certainly go back soon.
  6. The haircut was great, I would go back for that.
service
92.88999557495117% positive
  1. its the best service ive ever had and the people there are extremely friendly.
  2. Amaci Salon provides a chic experience sans the pretentious nature traditionally associated with a hair and skin service provider of their caliber.
  3. I've had many bad experiences with different salons around the city where the staff was rude and condisending and the cut was not definetetly not worth the steep prices.
  4. Everyone was genuinely friendly, and I felt welcomed and pampered.
  5. Amad is very friendly and makes great suggestions for products to use.
  6. have been going back ever since and definitely recommend Amaci for people looking for a high quality salon with out the snobby atmosphere and high prices.
  7. She never rushes through a service gives really wonderful color consultation as well.
  8. She has a very good sense of what looks good on people so now I basically leave it up to her.
  9. They have the best of both worlds of outstanding service as well as professional and comfortable environment in the salon itself, but one of the best things about them is their ability to accommodate my schedule since I travel a lot for work and the weeks
  10. amad and the people at amaci salon are so friendly
  11. definitely recommend this salon to anyone who is looking for excellency in service & quality.
  12. The staff is incredibly nice and the salon is extremely clean.
  13. dont about any price when you get great service by amad
  14. They have a wonderful wax and threading service that is very reasonably priced and done by Anna.
  15. The salon is always clean, and everyone is very friendly.
  16. He's done an amazing job with the salon, from customer service to efficiency, and of course great styling.
  17. If you're looking for a great Salon in Boston, with a friendly staff, give Amaci a try.
  18. The staff is so nice and really friendly!
  19. It's a wonderful place and the costumer service was incredible!
  20. He goes out of his way to make sure all customers get great service.
  21. This salon so comfortable and very friendly
  22. Great service
  23. The friendly Anna then alked me into getting them threaded rather than waxed and I am so glad that she did!
  24. Ahmad and his staff are professional, courteous and highly recommended for any style or cut.
  25. No prima donnas here - just nice people committed to excellence.
  26. Felt very comfortable and the service and atmosphere was very sleek, professional, comfortable.
  27. The staff at Amaci Salon-they are amazing!
  28. Great work with eyebrows, friendly people
  29. didnt even have to tell him what to do, it was by far the most amazing service I have recieved in a long time!
  30. was impressed with the salon; nice atmosphere, pleasant people, modern decor.
  31. The staff is superb!
  32. The staff is friendly and personable.
  33. Relaxing atmosphere with friendly+professional staff
  34. Amaci salon is clean and has great service.
  35. Prices are reasonable and staff is super
  36. Amaci is a nice, clean salon with a great ambiance with very friendly employees and great services.
  37. Everyone was very friendly and i was able to do this on my lunch hour which was very convent for me.
  38. the stuff is friendly and the salon is very clean THATS INPORTANT to me
  39. Great cut, great service
  40. would say Amaci Salon is the go-to place for a great cut and excellent service.
  41. The staff are also very friendly, and I always feel very welcome and very comfortable as if I was almost family now.
  42. would reccommend this Salon to any one who appreciate good service, Highly recommended.
  43. The haircuts are amazing (I always get compliments on my hair), the prices are reasonable, the atmosphere is hip but laid-back, and the staff is very friendly.
  44. She gives great service and is a perfectionist.
  45. Amaci was a great move for him to, it has a great atmosphere and great staff!
  46. Amaci Salon said they eliminated my cost for the horrible service after waiting an hour and a half, but just so everyone knows.
  47. Amad was very friendly and gave me a fun flirty haircut that was perfect for my facial features.
  48. and his staff are the best in the city
  49. It's a warm friendly environment with a very talented staff!
  50. amaci's been a one of a kind experience, where in a very friendly and professional atmosphere i got a state of the art hair color and cut, better than i expected, and its reassuring to know that there still is a talented artist when you need one.
  51. exellent overall,exellent salon,exellent quality,and exellent stylist amad and great location what more i can ask for in a full service salon?
  52. i just had a great exprience with the service
  53. Amaci salon is great- convenient location and friendly staff.
  54. The staff are friendly and upbeat and my hair looks fabulous!
  55. The staff was very professional and friendly.
  56. With a coupon, the service is beyond disappointing
  57. Amaci Salon in Park Square is conveniently located and offers a comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
  58. have recommended several people, and they are hooked.
  59. Outstanding service by far
  60. The salon is a friendly and relaxing enviroment.
  61. Amaci Salon is a friendly enviornment yet very hip.
  62. Everyone there is really friendly.
  63. Amaci is a great place with awesome staff that works there.
  64. So not only did they provide bad service, but they also lied online to get themselves to look better.
  65. have been apart of the Amaci Salon family for the past year and I am always amazed by the expertise and percision in styling hair that Amad and his wonderful staff have mastered.
  66. Fabulous style and customer service
  67. got an excellent cut at a good price with professional snd courteous staff.
  68. Great atmosphere, cool people working there.
  69. Every aspect of the salon has his touch and he hand picked the whole team of wonderful people which complete the package!
  70. The staff is extremely knowledgeable about the wonderful products they offer.
  71. The prices are reasonable, the staff is friendly, and the environment is bright and comfortable.
  72. We both received terrible service.
  73. My experience at Amaci salon was great, I really had the best hair cut I have had in years the hairdresser who cut my hair Amad seemed so nice and friendly he is great stylist and I really got what I wanted so now I have my own hairstylist that I have bee
  74. Amaci salon is made up of a great and friendly staff, combined with top shelf products.
  75. The stylists at Amaci are excellent (my stylist is Amad): friendly, professional, quick, and very accommodating to your schedule.
  76. Amaci salon is very clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful.
  77. And was nothing but pleased by the great customer service i received by the stylist and salon.
  78. Amad is truly amazing along with the entire staff of Amaci.
  79. good prices, good service
  80. The staff at Amaci was so professional and talented.
  81. The salon has great staff and every one is friendly and professional.
  82. The staff is very friendly and they always make you feel welcomed.
  83. My stylist, Curtis, was attentive to my needs, making suggestions about what would look good and asking for my input.
  84. He makes my hair light and bouncy - I highly recommend this place for people new to Boston looking for a great place to get regular hair cuts.
  85. It was so great to find Amaci -- here you get a great hairstyle in a relaxed and friendly environment where the stylists enjoy their job, each other, and their clients (at least most of them).
  86. Its really awesome, and the whole staff is super nice, and its reall easy to get too.
  87. The salon is comfortable and the staff is friendly.
  88. The price for a cut- $50-$60 is a great value for the service.
  89. amaci salon excellent service
  90. He and his staff were courteous, efficient, and the outcome was fantastic.
  91. The staff seems friendly and the salon is nice and intimate.
  92. Amaci as a salon is wonderful (Newbury St service and style without the price) and Maria is the shining gem of the place!
  93. She took the time to provide a great customer service.
  94. The staff seemed nice, but the individual that threaded my eyebrows did a very poor job.
  95. really nice people
  96. If that wouldnt be enough, the place is GREAT: clean, nice, cozy, good location and a great staff.
  97. They lasted so much longer than waxing and she did a fantastic job-I would definitely recommend Amaci to anyone looking for a friendly and very talented salon :-)
  98. Everyone at Amaci was so friendly and welcoming as soon as I entered the salon.
  99. Excellent service, best salon in Boston!
  100. His highlights and coloring are beautiful, rich, and so good that I've actually had people on the street compliment me and ask me where I had them done.
  101. Amad is sooooo amazing, my cut and color look so fantastic, the staff are great, friendly & welcoming, Dominic is darling!
  102. Amazing hair service!
value
85.62000274658203% positive
  1. read all these ads for expensive salons and trendy lil places that come and go all over Boston, but when i heard a handful of girls at my office talking about Amaci I had to go and check it out.
  2. The prices are very reasonable, there is never a long wait for a scheduled appointment, and I always leave feeling like a million!
  3. Definitely worth trying out a new place and now I know that whenever I come to Boston I'll have a great place to get my hair done!
  4. got an excellent cut at a good price with professional snd courteous staff.
  5. highly recommend Amaci to anyone who's looking for a hip salon with reasonable prices!
  6. bought the groupon and I went with a friend who did not use the groupon and paid full price for a cut and color.
  7. (and the price was reasonable.
  8. GO TO AMACI SALON MARIA RIVERA TRUST ME i wish some one would have told me all this so i could have narrowed down my long search for an non-expensive, amazing salon !
  9. would like the price to be cheaper and next time I will definitely ask what the price is before she touches my head.
  10. have been going back ever since and definitely recommend Amaci for people looking for a high quality salon with out the snobby atmosphere and high prices.
  11. its worth driving an hour for beautiful look.
  12. The price wasn't bad for the city, but I definitely wasn't satisfied.
  13. just stopped in to see what the prices were like and to see what services he offered.
  14. I think AMACI SALON is one of the top notch salons with great prices.
  15. The haircut was good but I don't think it was worth $200.
  16. Plus the atmosphere is great and the prices are reasonable- you can't beat this place!
  17. Amad, the owner of Amaci, is the best and gives the best haircut in town and for a better price than other salons in Boston.
  18. He transformed my dull locks into healthy hair through his recommended styling products which he carries right in his store at reasonable prices.
  19. The experience is high end salon, but the prices are much more reasonable.
  20. The prices are very reasonable for a salon of this caliber.
  21. The prices were more affordable than 95% of the salons I've looked at in Boston and I couldn't be happier with the results.
  22. The prices are reasonable (I hope they stay that way when the word gets out).
  23. The validated parking at the garage next door is a huge plus as well.
  24. It has a great location, reasonable prices, parking options and they are true professionals.
  25. The prices are reasonable, the staff is friendly, and the environment is bright and comfortable.
  26. Amaci as a salon is wonderful (Newbury St service and style without the price) and Maria is the shining gem of the place!
  27. I've had many bad experiences with different salons around the city where the staff was rude and condisending and the cut was not definetetly not worth the steep prices.
  28. The atmosphere is welcoming unlike many other salons in boston and the prices are very reasonable.
  29. Great styles at an amazing price!
  30. Overall, Amaci needs to work on making its business match its talented stylists or lower prices a lot.
  31. He has a great sense of humor and so much talent, it's definitely worth the trip to Amaci.
  32. The haircuts are amazing (I always get compliments on my hair), the prices are reasonable, the atmosphere is hip but laid-back, and the staff is very friendly.
  33. good prices, good service
  34. For a dry cut and style, the price is perfect.
  35. Amaci - overpriced, poor in-house experience, stylists too good for the salon.
  36. He does an incredible job at excellent prices.
  37. was incredibly happy with the value and Ahmad made me feel very comfortable right from the start.
  38. amaci salon where you can find the best services and reasonable price.
  39. 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.
  40. The price for a cut- $50-$60 is a great value for the service.
  41. dont about any price when you get great service by amad
  42. He gave me a perfect price.
  43. Excellent experience, great value
  44. faught with pricey newbury street salons, all the way to Everett on referral disasters!
  45. He is absolutely the best , but this week I went to buy some product and The attitude from the Receptionist was Terrible, When I try to pay her she try to screw me for the rest of my money , especially in today's economy, I expect nothing but the best, an
  46. moved to Boston two years ago and was petrified of finding a new salon because of high Newbury Street prices and the threat of a terrible, too-trendy cut.
  47. And, the price for a cut and full foil was very reasonable, especially with the 20% discount for first-timers.
  48. had never tried threading, but decided to get it on a whim - 20 bucks for the best eyebrow shape I have ever seen.
  49. used to go to Maksou because of its proximity to my office, but when my haristylist left, there was no one there that could give me a great haircut at a reasonable price.
  50. Very good prices if you want to compare.
  51. It makes a huge difference in the life of the shine and color.
wait time
87.5% positive
  1. The stylists at Amaci are excellent (my stylist is Amad): friendly, professional, quick, and very accommodating to your schedule.
  2. She understands that sometimes curly hair does that triangle thing when the layers are weird and long.
  3. The prices are very reasonable, there is never a long wait for a scheduled appointment, and I always leave feeling like a million!
  4. His cuts are equally amazing, even with the bouncing between long and short, he makes the transition as painless and smooth as possible.
  5. He's amiable, talented, and gives a guy a terrific, long-lasting cut.
  6. GO TO AMACI SALON MARIA RIVERA TRUST ME i wish some one would have told me all this so i could have narrowed down my long search for an non-expensive, amazing salon !
  7. good coloring should last long!
  8. didnt even have to tell him what to do, it was by far the most amazing service I have recieved in a long time!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/27/11

THE BEST!

by Julesk1022 at Citysearch

BEST CUT, STYLE AND HILIGHTS IN BOSTON!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/24/11

Anna She's amazing.

by happyyyy at Citysearch

Okay so I went to her for my first time. , very quick, very clean, and talented.

I learned that not everybody can be a waxer. They need precision, steady hand, and good timing. Anna has all of that and she's a clean person which is a plus.

Because I'm a struggling college graduate, I opt for a different salon that charge $10 cheaper. To my surprised, not just they double dip the wax stick, they also leave me unclean, irritated and an ingrowed after my second wax. Even after I treat my skin with care after the wax, exfoliate before. I don't know what come to my mind, really!

Now I'm back with Anna, and my skin has no problem, and I'm very happy.

Be on time for your appt., :)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/17/11

Wonderful Visit to Amaci Salon

by GuntlowCasey at Citysearch

I am very picky and apprehensive about who cuts my hair. I went to Amaci Salon this week for the first time, and I have never been happier. Amad is amazing at his job and really knows how to deal with hair and make the client feel beautiful. You can tell this is what he enjoys and was supposed to do. My hair feels so healthy and light, and even the blow-dry was the best one I've ever gotten. The salon is clean and classy, and the whole staff is very friendly and makes you feel comfortable. I enjoyed my visit from beginning to end and I look forward to going back again in the near future!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/28/11

I always look forward to going in.

by Rob French at Citysearch

I first went to Amaci because it's across the street from my job in Park Plaza. I was thrilled with my first visit.

Michelle is awesome. She may be the most thorough stylist I've ever had. During that first visit, she got herself a new regular customer.

I'm going to try an eyebrow waxing, tonight!

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/28/11

Amaci is for me

by asand7 at Citysearch

I got my color and highlights done by Amad, the owner, and he did a fantastic job. He knew exactly what color would look good on my complexion without me even knowing what I wanted. The color came out great and my hair was left feeling soft and looking shiny. I would definitely recommend Amaci Salon to someone looking for color treatment and highlights. The prices are reasonable and completely worth it for the caliber of work that the stylists do.

The Details on Amaci Salon

Place Categories:

  • best new salon
  • great layered hair cut
  • friendly snd courteous staff
  • reasonable lower prices
  • great full coverage color
  • great haircut
  • best new stylist
  • best hair amad
  • great amaci experience
  • great place
  • highly recommend amaci salon
  • great atmosphere
  • best amaci
  • never good salon experience
  • amazing highlights
  • best old colorist
  • nice several people
  • great trendy style
  • dry hair cut
  • friendly environment
  • great suggestions
  • extremely professional maria
  • best stylist curtis
  • great threading service
  • very nice everyone

Message from Amaci Salon

  • Color & Design Cut Experts
  • Keratin Treatments
  • Waxing & Threading

The ultimate experience in luxury hair care.

Amaci Salon offers upscale expertise in hair and skin services for a wide range of clientele. Owner Amad Saab and his close knit team ensure a design that amplifies your lifestyle. Every client at Amaci Salon is treated with individual care and expert finesse to capture your vision. Specializing in highlights, design cuts and keratin treatments, Amaci Salon constantly pushes the envelope to stay up to date on all the latest trends for your unique style!

This top Boston salon is a one-stop shop for beauty enhancement.

Amaci Salon

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