Charles Studio

I decided to try Charles Studio because it’s close to home and got great reviews. Charles gave me a dated styleless haircut that did’t suit my hair type. The funny thing is, he kept telling me how chic the cut was and how nice I looked so I couldn’t tell him how I really felt. I just don’t think he invested the time necessary to achieve a great cut and for $ 90, I expected more. I went back to ZOKU in Summit to get it fixed and my stylist IRENE did an amazing job. She charges a $ 100 but it’s worth every penny. Never cheating on her again!

I have tried so many salons in this area, and was never happy with the results. I can happily say that I am done looking for a new salon! Charles Studio is it. I scheduled my highlights with Jeanine, and a cut with Katelyn. Both woman are amazing in what they do. Both ladies took the time to sit and have a full on consultation. Jeanine pulled up pics of hair colors on an iPAD and asked me what I thought, (too blonde, too brown etc) She explained everything she was doing through the entire process of highlighting my hair, which required a double-​process to cover all my grays. And I absolutely loved the end result– it’s very natural looking and is exactly what I wanted. Katelyn spruced up the cut and style of my hair, but made sure it was still easily manageable for me to throw up in a pony-​tail if I wanted. Only downfall of this salon is not being able to put a tip on a credit card, but I think that is becoming the norm in a lot of places. Just make sure you have a lot of cash, as I needed to tip 3 individual people (colorist, hairdresser and shampoo girl) Thankfully I was somewhat prepared to do that. Place has a really cool vibe, and I loved sitting around a table all facing in getting my hair done, and not staring at a wall with my back to everyone– made for some lovely small conversations with other people at my table. Great neighborhood vibe!

From start to finish, the experience at Charles Studio is top notch.
The beautiful salon is buzzy and filled with energy, but calm enough for you to enjoy the most extensive and skillful hair wash and head massage you’ve had outside of a professional cranio-​sacral massage. This is easily my favorite part! The designated hair washer concentrates on you and never rushes through this critical step. Upon being seated, they will serve you an espresso, latte, water, or tea. Rivals my Starbucks run!
Jeanine has been highlighting my blonde hair for more than a decade. I continually get compliments, and have referred her to several friends (and strangers!) who have had fabulous experiences with her as well. She has always worked with me, keeping me realistic about my hair and also allowing me to experiment. Her color always looks natural, and my follow up appointments are stretched few and far between because of her skilled technique. I always tell her she’s doing herself a disservice by doing such a good job! I don’t have to come back nearly enough. If I ever feel I haven’t achieved the exact look I was going for (yes, it’s happened over the 10 years!), I call and she welcomes me back to her chair to make the necessary adjustments.
Charles has cut my hair for even longer than Jeanine has colored it. He has become a friend, not just a stylist, over the years. Through an illness that affected my hair in a major way, he offered to continuously cut, trim, and style my hair and never allowed me to pay. I can’t tell you what a difference in my mental well-​being this made. He made me feel beautiful even at my worst. I will be forever grateful to him for this. Charles cuts are always flawless, he moves with confidence, and as a woman with long hair I like to say he specializes in the «Charles” — the cut that somehow takes off all the dead ends, and yet still feels long. His cuts last for months on me.
Katelyn gives the best blow outs! She has always cut my boys’ hair (ages 3.5 and 4.5) and people are always asking where I get their hair done because they are «real» cuts and not «kids» cuts. She also cuts my husbands hair. She’s a gem!

So disappointed with this salon. I had been going to the salon for awhile and was paying $ 20 for a blow out. I went one Saturday, I had a touch up on my color and a blow out (my hair is short) for $ 120. I went home and realized when I looked in the mirror I still had quite a few gray hairs on my head. I called back the following Monday to inquire about the price of the blow out and complain about the gray hair. I was told it’s $ 30 on a Saturday and only $ 20 on a week day. I understand Saturday is usually a very busy day for a hair salon but there were quite a few employees who were standing around doing nothing and were quite capable of doing a blow out. I was so disappointed, I never even got a chance to mention all the gray in my hair after spending a total of $ 120.00 for color touch up and blow out plus tip. Never again.

I went here hoping that I’d have a decent haircut based on the amazing reviews. But, I ended up with the worst haircut of my life. The girl who cut my hair got so layer happy that my hair ended up looking like it has been chopped in layers. You can see the layers just laying on top of one another as if I have 3 different lengths of hair. I didn’t bother going back to have them fix it. Just got too traumatized. I’m still trying to grow it out. A big let down.

From start to finish, this was a positive experience and I am looking forward to my next hair cut, haha. The guy at my current salon left, so I knew I needed to find a new place. I was staying with my boyfriend for the weekend and desperately needed a haircut so I found Charles Studio on Unilocal (THANK YOU!) Located in a small strip mall, there is parking on the back, and the place is very inviting. I was greeted by a young girl, who was shy and seemed new, but she offered me a beverage and directed me to the chair. I was also greeted by the manager/​desk girl and everyone was really friendly. The young girl (her name escapes me, but it started with an A!) brought me to the private shampooing center which was three reclining chairs. I love getting my hair shampooed, that’s half the reason I go to the salon. To my surprise, she also provided a head/​hair massage which was so relaxing, I could feel my stresses melting away. I then met Katelyn, who like the other girls, was young, dressed well, with good hair. I get the whole «shoemaker’s kids don’t have shoes» thing, but I don’t think this applies to hairdressers. I never trust a stylist with bad hair. Katelyn had a nice style and was inviting and friendly. I mean, if you are gonna take care of others look, you should probably have a good hold on yours. It’s all about presentation. As soon as I sat down, she said, «You have great hair.» That made me feel good, especially because I had been having a bad hair week, knowing that my haircut was long overdue, lol. Since my hair is long, she had me stand for the initial cut, which I had never experienced before, but it made sense and ensured an even cut. The remaining experience was great. We had common interests and chatted about lives, boyfriends, etc. There was nothing awkward about this and it was really an enjoyable time. Most importantly, my haircut was AMAZING and looked great for my evening out. She made sure that I was satisfied and offered to fix anything I was concerned with, even though everyone else had left for the day. She stuck around and made sure I liked it. I was really grateful for this and overall more than pleased with my time here. Everyone was friendly and pricing was fair. I will most certainly be back.

I started going to Charles Studio about a year ago, after needing a change from my colorist/​stylist for over 10 years. So happy I did. Jeanine does my coloring and its great — I have to go every three weeks so I’m there often. Katelyn cuts my hair, as well as my daughters. I was worried about the pricing since its very modern and has a NYC feel, but surprising was cheaper than my previous salon. They are very attentive, asking you if you want a latte, water, tea — making sure you are comfortable. The BEST part is the hair washing— the girls do an awesome head massage as they wash your hair. Great place!

Charles is amazing, and I’ve also had a haircut by a junior stylist that I was happy with. Charles really pays attention to what you want, and knows what works well with your hair.
As far as coloring goes, I had a horrible experience with the colorist. I went in and wanted to go from brunette to blond (knowing very well what I was getting myself into because I had blond hair before, and even showed her a picture of my hair). She talked me out of it, and said ombré highlights would look better. I agreed. When it was done it didn’t even look like she had done anything, and definitely didn’t look like what she said she was going to do.
I ended up spending 5 hours at the salon, had to have my hair dyed back to brown, and months later, my hair is still recovering from all the damage she did that day. Not mention, she still charged me for the highlights, when she was the one who made the mistake and didn’t do what she said she would do.
Get a haircut. Don’t trust the coloring.

I came here to have highlights done by Jeanine, the colorist. As soon as I walked in I was greeted and offered a beverage. The salon is clean and welcoming. I got the best wash and head massage I’ve ever gotten. Jeanine did a fabulous job on my highlights and knew exactly what I wanted. I cant wait to go back and have my hair cut. Overall it was a great experience.

I love Charles Studio! My hair is the healthiest it has ever been! I get compliments all the time. Jeanine is my colorist and keeps me looking natural with her color knowledge. I had a huge problem with my color when I first came to her. She was able to make me look 10 years younger in one visit! The products made my hair shine and restored its health. Lisa trims and maintains my long cut and the condition of my ends. I look forward to my visits and the pleasant surroundings. The salon is bright and has a very good feeling of harmony. You never hear personal conversations between the staff about each other. The customer is the focus. Total customer service! Such a relaxing atmosphere! The shampoos are heavenly! I have almost fallen asleep with the scalp and neck massage you get.
The extraordinary layout of the salon is so new and innovative too! You feel part of the team. You never feel stuck in a corner or away from any staff. You are offered a beverage as soon as you arrive and I have never had to wait for my appointment! I am always on time or a bit early but they take my coat and help me into a robe as soon as I arrive. Depending on the services you are having your time in the salon moves at a comfortable pace. You are in and out in a timely manner. They schedule everyone so as to have a smooth flow and you don’t loose hours waiting.
It is important to say they are able to offer services for all. I have seen everyone from very young to 85+. Men can also enjoy all of the services offered to women. I have even seen a TV star or two! Always discreet the staff just treats everyone with the same impeccable service and respect.
This is why I would not go anywhere other than Charles Studio!

I was looking for a place to get my hair cut and found a review for Charles Studio on Unilocal.I have been going back ever since. Charles does a great job, and his salon has a really nice vibe to it. Staff is great too.