Van Sickel Salon

Love this place. I have gone to all of the stylists and they are each excellent. Reasonable prices and nice people, too!

Jackie gave me a solid haircut and it was an overall good experience. Also pretty affordable. Beware cash or check only.

Jessica is awesome. Listens, honest, fun. she gets all my hair and hair cut issues.
When I ask for tinny trim that’s what I get :) This is the longest and most committed relationship I had with a stylist. I recommend her to friends and they all love her.

I sorely miss this place since I’ve moved. For many years, beginning in college, I trekked to Brooklyn to get my hair cut by Mark and then when I moved there, I had a chance to get my hair cut by Jessica. I miss the quaintness, value and the lack of attitude. Not to mention being able to walk there.

Just had my first haircut with Jessica and she was AWESOME!
I had a big hot mess with my curls, and she did so good on fixing it. She listened to what I wanted and worked around that.
Super sweet and friendly, the salon is wonderful and everyone has a great energy.

Sadly, Diana is not with Van Sickel anymore…

I’ve been going to Jessica at Van Sickel for 6 years — having gone through many haircuts over the years: the Zac Efron, the Beiber (hey it was in at one time!), the Brad, the Boardwalk Empire and now the Peeky Blinders cut, I can unequivocally say Jessica knows her cuts!
Cute salon on a tree lined Brooklyn Heights street. Enjoy a cup of herbal tea and pistachios while you get your hair rinsed, have a fun catch up chat with Jessica and then walk along the promenade with your new ‘do. Perfect way to spend a late afternoon when you need to get your hair done right.

Diana has been cutting my hair for a couple of years now. She is fantastic at her job, super friendly, and always gives a good cut that grows out nicely.
Highly recommend!

I was unable to get a last minute cut appointment with Fox and Jane or Boy Luv Girl, so after some calling, I was able to get one here.
If I could give 5 stars to Jessica alone, I would. She understood my needs and was incredibly sweet and professional. I honestly do not understand her mixed reviews here! I normally am not a «gabber» at salons, but after 10 minutes she had me chatting away and I felt as If I’d known her for years. My cut was precise, gorgeous, and exactly what I had asked for.
Another impressive factor here is this place is AFFORDABLE. I paid $ 45 for my cut — and they consider that on the high end (I had long hair before it was cut).
The only minus was the location itself. Though I really enjoyed the quirky décor (giant yarn flowers, framed sketches everywhere), while I was waiting I noticed there were a lot of people hanging around considering how small the space is. Because there was no standard uniform (all black, etc), I was confused as to who were employees. Also, there were a few empty soda cans and cups from previous guests that weren’t picked up — but nothing major.
Overall would highly recommend Jessica and Van Sickel!

Officially the worst haircut I’ve ever had. I actually cried when I got home. Jessica completely destroyed the shape of the haircut I had before, but it is still not the worst part. I asked her to cut my bangs and she had no idea what she was doing. I cannot even describe it in words. She cut swept-​side bangs the wrong way around. I couldn’t believe in my eyes… I don’t know about other hairstylists at this salon but if you have straight long hair and bangs, NEVER EVER GO TO JESSICA.

Just had a horrible experience here. Bear with me, it’s not complicated but it’s almost unreal how much basic courtesy was lacking. So I confirmed my appointment for cut and color at 7pm the day before. (I had booked a week ahead of time) I show up 5 minutes to 7, ahead of time, and I’m told I’ve come an hour late so they can only do the cut. I let them know I confirmed with one of their employees the day before that my appntmnt was at 7 but they don’t even remark on that they just look at me like I’m at fault. No I’m sorry whatsoever. Blank uninterested stare.
So I get it these things happen. It’s after work and who knows who the employee that told me the wrong time was but my understanding has limits. I take it in stride and say ok let’s do the cut and reschedule the color for later in the week. Again no ok great or thanks or sorry about that. So now no one tells me anything. No have a seat no one offers me coffee water not even a glance. So I sit patiently for 20 mins while they pretty much ignore me. I look around and think this through while slowly starting to realize that hm that lady’s hair is going to take at least a half hour more and the guy doing it is my hairdresser. it’s not ok to not only NOT apologize, mess up my appointment, act like it’s my fault and on top of that not even let me know that I’m now going to be waiting for half an hour so they can rush through my what say…15 min haircut given that they close at 8. (Oof long sentence! But that’s how ridiculous the situation felt)
I know it’s late in the day and you want to get in the clients and it sucks to have a no show client but isn’t it basic basic business sense to say I’m sorry for your employees mistake and then not blame and ignore a new client? Finally I get up to say that I would appreciate it if you let me know exactly when this haircut is going to happen and it’s not ok to not apologize at the very very least. they get all defensive and look at me like I’m being demanding and sort of but not really try to apologize (in this cold fake «i do care» way) giving me a breakdown of what they do when a client is late (which apparently does not include calling them) and claiming that they did say I’m sorry (nope I would have remembered). It didn’t add up. And they didn’t really care. Cool. So Unilocal I get to tell you what happened and this place gets to lose a loyal and punctual client who lives in the area. Would not recommend dealing with them.

I recently moved to NYC and was terrified of NYC hair salon prices. I love looking lovely, but not more than I love keeping monies in my wallet. I thought I’d just skate by on boxed color and trips home for a cheap cut.
Then I had to get married, so I had to find a hair dresser locally who would be awesome and reasonably priced. That’s how I found Mark. I’ve been three times and will definitely keep going back.
The place is a little quirky. Eclectic/​rustic décor and a down home feel. Don’t let it make you nervous. They have the skills of a sleek and shiny Manhattan salon, but are totally down to earth, un-​judgey, and non-​pushy (no one is going to be trying to sell you $ 40 shampoo here).
The colorists are hilarious. I’ve had a young, mouthy girl who Mark kept admonishing. I had a girl that was quintessential Staten Island and talked my ear off the whole time she colored my hair. Last time, I had a no-​nonsense Russian lady who didn’t utter a sound. All 3 of them did terrific color.
Mark is amazing. He knows the right questions to ask to get you to tell him what you want (even if you didn’t know what you want when you walked in the door). He works quietly and efficiently and doesn’t feel the need to make small talk while he gives you a great cut. He cares that you’re happy and he knows what he’s doing. He’s super professional.
And all this for $ 90. Are you kidding me?
CASH ONLY.
Plus this place always reminds me that I want to walk around Brooklyn Heights more often.
** Update to previous review:
It was mid-​March and Mark was on vacation (how dare he!) and so I saw Jessica. I will spare you all of the details, but you should not see Jessica. You should see Mark or Diana only.

I just got the best haircut of my life at Van Sickel Salon — and I’m over 50!
Mark took the time to ask me what I usually do with my hair and there was absolutely no pressure whatsoever for anything trendy or hip or, most importantly, short.
It’s the first time my bangs were exactly the way I wanted them and the blowout
made my hair look fabulous! The price is great but bring cash and plenty of tip money because you’re going to love this place.

I called today around 3:30pm and Diana was a gem! She said I could be there at 5:30pm and she would fit me in around her other clients. Fit me in she did! She was so warm and friendly and we hit it off the moment I came in. She worked so fast and efficiently as well and connected with every client that came in. She is the vision of a well-​balanced multi-​tasker. She had me in and out of there in less than 2 hours and she did partial highlights on me. She also blow dried my hair. Nina washed my hair for me and she is a Russian delight. Very maternal and gentle on the head.
This salon is just what I needed after a failed attempt at the Joseph Tyler Salon. They were rude and had horrible customer service except for the receptionist. My appt was for 3pm and I was waiting until 3:35. I left because I was so turned off.
That said, Diana really took care of me and restored hope in the salon professionals in Brooklyn. She was very professional and relational. I saw regulars come in and kiss her on the cheek and schedule an appt. It is definitely a neighborhood staple and I was welcomed like part of the family.
I am a makeup artist, so it was great to see the wonderful customer service be upheld like I try to deliver to my clients as well. I will definitely be going back and look forward to it.
Jessica was the other hair stylist there and she was excellent as well. Very cheerful and upbeat, and quick too.
Don’t be turned off by the dated store front decorations either. It kinda adds to the character of the place ;-)
Thank you Diana and Van Sickel Salon!

Curly Girls Beware.
I got a cut here about a year ago. I will NEVER go back! And joined Unilocal because I remembered this experience!
I got a hair cut that when styled at the salon looked okay. The stylist was so nice I tipped her very generously, but once I took a shower I could see how incompetent the cut was.
Imagine a photo of a woman’s large fifty’s style skirt and her legs. My top layer of curly hair looked like the full skirt of a woman, and the bottom layer looked like the woman’s legs. It was bad.
FYI — My hair is between a loose and tight curl and is thick.
A friend of mine with tight curls got a blow out here once which was fine and then the next time she had really poor results. Nice People. Bad hair.

Mark is amazing! Did a wonderful job of cutting my hair and it came out soft, best blowout as well
he is charming and a great stylist and made my day with asking me if i wanted coffee, will definitely be back :)

Firstly let me say I have a fear of hairdressers. To the extent that I cut my own hair! I plucked up courage to book an appointment here after reading the good reviews and it being a 5 minute walk from my apartment. Jessica was great, cutting an inch at a time
and showing me until I was happy with the length. Walked out with a great new haircut all for $ 40. This will be my go to place, no more cutting my own hair :-)

I went to Van Sickel after reading the great Unilocal reviews — I just moved to the neighborhood 2 weeks ago and was in desperate need of a trim. Jessica totally lived up to the reviews! The girl I went to previously in my old neighborhood always did an OK job for what I paid, but she tended to over-​angle the front bits of my hair (which is long and not extremely thick) so I ended up with a haircut that tapered off in the back. Not so awesome looking with split ends.
I told Jessica that I just wanted the ends to be more even but not to look like Cousin It. She knew just what I meant and did an excellent job cleaning up my cut. She was also SUPER friendly — not so chatty that you’re sick of talking, but not awkwardly quiet, either. She gave me some great restaurant suggestions, too!
The cut was also $ 10 less expensive than what I was expecting, so I was able to tip well without breaking the bank. I will definitely be returning to Jessica for my next trim!

I found Van Sickel after searching Unilocal for a stylist that could handle my curly hair. I booked an appointment with Jessica and never looked back. I have been going to her for around 2 years now, and I literally have never been disappointed with my haircut. Even when my hair changed textures she handled it with ease and she has stopped me from making some very poor hair decisions in the past.
If you’re looking for your new hairstylist that it good with curls, look no further than Jessica. Also, did I mention that I have extremely thick and long hair and she charges me $ 50 every time! Amazing!
UPDATE: I had to come back to add another star, I made the mistake of buying a lifebooker coupon and getting my hair ombré highlighted at an upscale Manhattan salon. After paying an arm and a leg I didn’t even get the style that I wanted. I went to Jessica and she spent so much time making sure my hair was exactly how I wanted it, and it looked a million times better. For cuts, color, whatever… go to Jessica.

Lovely salon, that is so close to where I live I don’t think I’ll ever need to go anywhere else. I got a haircut here from Jessica, who did an excellent job and was very nice. She did a great cut for only 45 dollars; I have had worse cuts in Manhattan for double the price. The staff is very friendly and chatty in a good way! The salon has a nice ambience with furnishings that give it a vintage charm. Cash Only, no credit cards.