Amaci Salon

02/14/09

MY FAVORITE NEW SALON-AMACI

by StyleSavvy at Citysearch

Okay, so I had to join CitySearch after reading all of these reviews and then going to Amaci for the first time last week. The salon is gorgeous, it was busy and had great energy. The staff is so nice and really friendly!!

My appointment was with Amad and he was extremely attentive to my questions and ideas. He is very knowledgeable and well versed in hair techniques and color. I let him work with my ideas and cut my hair as he saw fit, and it came out perfectly!!! I feel like I have always had so so haircuts at other salons in Boston and when my haircut was finished, I was psyched!!

I can honestly say, that I was nervous after reading the negative reviews on CitySearch, but after my overall experience there, I can definitely say I am the newest fan and have already scheduled my next appointment with Amad. He truly is amazing!!

• Pros: Friendly, fun, amazing haircut!!
• Cons: No Cons at all!!

11/19/09

Excellent experience, great value

by PA2MD2MA at Citysearch

I am new to the Boston area and heard about Amad from a friend of a friend. Although it is a far drive for me to get to the salon, it is well worth it. I had boring hair that was definitely in need of a change. Amad took the time to explain what he thought would look good for me as far as style and color. He and his staff were courteous, efficient, and the outcome was fantastic. I can't even count the number of compliments I got on my new "do". The prices are very reasonable for a salon of this caliber. I would recommend Amaci Salon to anyone looking for a great style and color.

• Pros: great color

11/18/09

Great Boston hair salon

by alyssagraham at Citysearch

I am a student in Boston and have always found it hard to find the right place to get my hair done. 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. About a year ago I finally found Amad at Amaci. Everyone at Amaci was so friendly and welcoming as soon as I entered the salon. I got my highlights done with Amad and they turned out fantastic! (and the price was reasonable... finally!) I 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.

• Pros: best highlights

11/16/09

Excellent Highlights and a Great Short Cut

by sph11773 at Citysearch

I just moved to Boston from NYC and had disappointing experiences at two highly-recommended Boston salons -- nothing horrifying, just nothing spectactular. I was in search of spectacular, and I found it with Amad at Amaci Salon. The salon is as unassuming as Amad himself -- none of the overly-stylized, image-drenched packaging you find on Newbury Street, but this man makes magic with foil and scissors. Amad spent a ton of time with me...I got a perfect beige blonde -- no artificial platinum, brassy gold or drab ash tones -- and at my request my boring, mid-length hair was transformed via a very stylish, versatile, short cut. 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. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Amad at Amaci Salon.

• Pros: Amad listens, knows his stuff and executes flawlessly
• Cons: None based on my experience

11/12/09

The year's best haircut

by mellie9379 at Citysearch

I went to this salon tonight, looking for a new look. The receptionist was immediately welcoming, offering me something to drink, and providing me with a fresh smock.

My stylist, Curtis, was attentive to my needs, making suggestions about what would look good and asking for my input. The atmosphere was relaxing and cool, the staff neat and friendly. I would highly recommend this salon for anyone looking for a new 'do, coloring, or just a trim.

• Pros: friendly staff
• Cons: none

11/10/09

Maria Rivera is awesome

by chickpea942 at Citysearch

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.

She never rushes through a service gives really wonderful color consultation as well. I'd never colored my hair before going to Maria a few years ago, and she suggested a tinted gloss treatment, which I would highly recommend as well. I've gotten more compliments after an appointment with her than just about any other time! ha.

Overall, the salon is clean and well-maintained, all the stuff you'd expect. Prices are reasonable and staff is super helpful/friendly. Looking forward to my next trip there!

• Pros: Location, professionalism, stylist's skill
• Cons: n/a

09/30/09

The Brazilian Keratin Treatment is Amaaazing!!!

by Kate78 at Citysearch

I am typically not the type of person who writes reviews but I feel I must after recently having the Brazilian Keratin Treatment done!It has changed my life! I have cried over my hair for years, struggling with the dryness and frizziness... not anymore :)! After reading several articals on the treatment I decided to go to Amaci Salon for a consultation with Maria Rivera and was quickly put at ease with her knowlede and her professionalism. I was impressed with the amont of hair classes she attends and her clear passion for doing hair. My hair has never been so easy to manage, the frizz is completely gone! It is shiny and healthy and Im just thrilled with the whole experience. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!

• Pros: Shiny, healthy, managable hair/ Knowledgable, friendly staff
• Cons: none :)

09/13/09

Will try this place by the owners responses alone!

by jacky marie at Citysearch

I'm looking for a new salon for roots, highlights, & cut. I noticed that the owner answers every unsatisfied customer & tries to resolve it. That says a lot to me.~ I had a horrible experience at James Joseph Salon on Newbury Street. I spent over $200 on a nightmarish experience, "won't bore you" then another $200 to fix their mistakes! James Joseph never had the decency to get back to me. (I immediately sent him a personal letter) no reply! I look forward to trying this salon, & I will definitely be writing a review~ What James Joseph doesn't know, is I have a big mouth & a big venue to voice my mouth. Shame on you James Joseph~Hat's off to the owner of this salon.

• Pros: owner fixes unhappy customers, unlike James Joseph~
• Cons: don't know yet~

08/28/09

Sonya Alexopolous

by Veronica White at Citysearch

I have been getting my hair highlighted and colored all over the world. Once I discovered the talent of Sonya Alexopolous, I looked no further. She is a fantastic stylist with a real talent for color. Sonya could work anywhere she wanted. Amaci Salon is very lucky to have her. I also found Amaci to be a very professional and luxurious salon to go to. They have a wonderful wax and threading service that is very reasonably priced and done by Anna.

• Pros: Best Stylist ever
• Cons: none

08/22/09

Great Deal

by LisaOConner at Citysearch

I went here with a groupon and got a really good haircut and bikini wax. The staff was very professional and friendly. The receptionist brought me hot tea and everything. I even decided to get highlights while I was there and they look great. I'll definitely be going here regularly. My stylist's name was Amad.

08/13/09

really nice people

by BeckyJameson at Citysearch

i went here for a haircut and had a fun time. i got a gloss while i was there too and now my hair looks really healthy and shiny. everyone was so nice to me.