Umi Salon

11/13/06

Ask how much before you sit down in the chair

by boscaz at Citysearch

First of all great haircut and color. However, nothing more special then what I have had elsewhere! Grant you I am not a stylist or colorist. But, I do know my hair and I have been around a few great salons in my life. I know when I have a great cut/color by the way I feel as soon as I walk out of the salon and see the reactions I recieve from strangers and friends.

The salon first of all is very sterile and cold in appearance. The stylist was talented and nice enough. But, got the impression she was not happy there, or at all??

However, what really dissapointed me was when it came to pay my bill. My jaw nearly fell to the floor. It was $400. for a shampoo, conditioning treatment, multiprocess color (highlights, low lights) and a cut with blowdry and hot iron. I don't know what cost the most....probably the color.

If you have the money to burn, and you like that sort of enviroment go for it!!! However, there are a plurality of great salons around the city of Boston that have great talent, better enviroment, and more style and personality then Umi.

• Pros: great cut...ok color
• Cons: exorbitant in price!

08/27/09

I LOVE this salon

by the movement at Citysearch

They are the best ever. Nothing else compares as far as I'm concerned. Umi Salon is the very best - great stylists - great service - I'll be going back for sure.

08/22/09

Fabulous service at Umi Salon

by mmwww3 at Citysearch

I have a brand new look that I love. The atmosphere was so nice and everyone very helpful. I love the Umi hair products! The best hair cream I've ever used.

• Pros: Detail and service oriented staff

Posh hairstyling abounds at Newbury salon

by Christine Liu at Citysearch

Founded by award-winning stylist Jeffrey Dauksevich and popular with local models and artists, Umi has received national acclaim. The salon's sleek, ultramodern loft reflects its commitment to modern style with hair cutting, coloring, and conditioning services.

08/09/09

Swooning

by looksees at Citysearch

I had what can only be described as a total hair makeover at Umi Salon. What's noteworthy is that I had no expectation of having a total makeover. I've never, ever had a better haircut in my life. They have their own products too - and they are my new fav - UmiFoam - yummy!!!

• Pros: expert advice, products that actually work

08/06/09

I Agree

by Krinkkrink at Citysearch

It's the best salon I've been to in Boston - there is simply nothing else to say : )

10/07/08

great customer service

by anamb226 at Citysearch

I went to Umi for a haircut model call. I had short hair, bob style, and so the only haircut that they could get from that was a pixie cut. Angela gave me the haircut. She was professional, had gentle hands, and did a great job. My friends say I look younger, but need my hair colored (I guess my natural hair color of dark blond is not that stylish). All stylists were personally supervised by the owner and two more senior stylists, and it looked like they were judging the American Idol contest (not cheesy, just very attentive to minute details). Also, at the reception there was Laura, the person who was responsible for model call (email her if interested, preferably with a picture of current look). She was professional, friendly, attentive and had a killer haircut. I have no problems with Umi, and would go there again, but only for model call, as I cannot afford anything over $50. I guess if the haircut was $400, I would not rate the experience that high, but then again the only thing I would buy for that kind of money would be a plasma TV or a trip to Mexico, so what haircut can compare to that?

• Pros: ambience, service
• Cons: price list

03/28/07

Excellent Salon

by rizzoizo at Citysearch

Umi Salon was a perfect fit for me. It's ultra clean, the styling is meticulous, and the staff is thorough and perfectly accomodating.

02/24/07

Great

by trainson9 at Citysearch

Umi is the salon visit in Boston. It's very expensive, but you will leave the salon feeling new and fresh, as I did. The stylists there do very good work and the place has a nice feeling about it.

02/23/07

It's great there...

by notch22 at Citysearch

Umi Salon is unique. You can tell they are serious about what they do, but they don't take themselves too seriously. The salon projects a cool and confident vibe and they deliver with really beautiful looks.

02/22/07

Yes, they are absolutely the top of the top...

by yakaworld at Citysearch

Of all the stylists that have done my hair over the years, nothing will ever compare to the way Jeffrey Dauksevich cut my hair. He is the undoubtedly the best hairstylist I have ever sat with, period. Brilliant, talented beyond words, and so, so nice... I wish him all the best. He is a very special individual with a charm that is completely intoxicating. His salon is wonderfully calm , and he has the most beautiful and personable staff I have ever encountered. Umi Salon is the best of the best.

• Pros: Great attention to detail and design