Snip Philadelphia

Really happy with my hair! I got a cut from Jackie today! I wanted a lot with my hair and she walked me through what she would do and how it would work out.
I asked for a nape undercut with long layers. I got exactly what I asked for/​exactly what she said she would do. On top of it, she evened out my very choppy layers from a previous haircut.
Jackie’s the first person to be able to handle my bangs-​I have a very tricky cowlick. I usually either don’t let the stylist touch them & go home and do it myself. Jackie made me super comfortable so I trusted her with my bangs. And I’m happy I did!
Price was super reasonable for the time Jackie spent on me, too.
She was a bit rough while drying/​straightening my hair but it didn’t take away from the overall experience at all. The place is small, clean and everyone is friendly.
Obsessed with my hair and will be back !!

Both times Ive been here I was upset with the results. Communication is lacking and overall the experience left a bad taste in my mouth. I went here because I live close. But in hindsight I wish I would have travelled to center city. Décor is awesome and I love the orchids but the stylists are lacking.

I recently relocated to Philadelphia and left a hair stylist that I loved back in Boston. I’m growing out a pixie cut, so I was in search of someone who would help me make it through the awkward growing-​it-​out phase and then give me a nice new style. Based on my first appointment, I think Katherine could be the right person. She seemed genuinely curious about what I was looking for in the short and long term from a cut. T
Why I Liked It
–The products used smelled great and really refreshed my hair.
–Katherine was slow and steady — no rushing me in/​out. It is a really thorough cut.
–She encouraged me to come back for a complimentary «clean-​up» — which I am about to schedule.
–It’s a great neighborhood and a nice space to be in — lots of windows, cool, quiet, clean.
Why It’s Not 5 Star
–The place is so small and quiet that the dynamic between me, Katherine, and the receptionist was a little off-​putting. No hustle, no bustle, no music, so our conversation was kind of front and center.

I was given a recommendation from my coworker (whom I respect and adore!) to come here. By chance I was given an appointment with Katherine… And I think I finally found my Philly stylist! I have fairly curly hair, and have made the major no no of cutting it myself recently. She dove right into the challenge, asking me what I wanted but also offering her own vision. She knew what to do right away– the cut was quick and efficient but still enjoyable– and the results are fabulous! Will definitely go back to see her. Reasonable prices as well ($ 50 as compared to where I’ve been elsewhere in the city ranging from $ 60-​$ 90 for a cut and style)

I typically have a treacherous time finding a place to give good haircuts, so when I first moved into philly I started the search all over again. Fortunately, I found snip. Becky does an incredible job. She is vocal about what she thinks will look best but will ultimately go with whatever you have in mind. No matter what, the result is always great. It’s $ 30 per cut but worth it for the quality plus they’ll do a free tune up two weeks later if you ask. Great place, I highly recommend.

Fantastic! My hair has found a home.
Why Snip is pretty darn great:
1. I walked there. I understand this is a thing people do in cities, but I’ve only lived here for a few months, so this will be number one on my list.
2. Upon entry, I was instantly greeted. This has not always happened at salons in the past. (I’m looking at you, every Hair Cuttery ever.)
3. Since I was new to the salon, before touching a strand, Jacqui sat me down and asked what I wanted done and how I normally style my hair.
4. The salon itself is classy, chic, yet down-​to-​earth and welcoming.
5. After finishing my hair, I asked for more to be cut from my bangs. Jacqui did not seem annoyed.
6. I would have been annoyed.
7. As I got the first glimpse of my new cut, my brain was thinking, «WOOOHOOOO!!!»
8. Price was on point with most other places.
9. As I walked along Fairmount Ave. after my appointment, I couldn’t help but keep touching my hair. I probably looked crazed. It happens. Frequently. It’s okay!
10. Now that I’m home, away from the public eye, I keep sniffing my hair. It. Smells. So. Good!
To note: Make an appointment. Salon is tiny-​tiny. It’s also on the corner of the street — across from Eastern State. You’ll see it because it says «SNIP» in the windows.

I met Sean when he was cutting hair at Temple U, when he started his own business I knew I had to follow him because he’s such a wonderful person who loves his work and has a passion for it. He’s absolutely fantastic. Best in Philly.

I was SUPER disappointed with my experience at Snip, as those that recommended the salon raved to me about it. I was looking for a go-​to spot in the city and was really hoping this was it. Definitely not.
To start, no one greeted me when I walked in the door. Super awkward. I had made appointment with Jacqui, who had been recommended to me by some clients of mine.
Right off the bat, I should have know this was not going to end well. I showed Jacqui pictures of the cut AND color I wanted in my hair. I was currently a bleached blonde, with thick, long layers. I wanted a very tiny trim, and asked for bangs. She did the cut first, gave me some choppy layers, which was fine, but did not cut bangs at all, as she said «You don’t want bangs, it’s going to be summer and they will stick to your forehead.» I know what bangs are. I know that sometimes in the summer they are annoying. I asked for them anyway. I should have walked out right then.
Then Jacqui proceeded with the color. Her response was, «You won’t walk out of here with exactly that today, it will take a couple processes, but I will get it as close as I possibly can for you.» Great. I wanted a brown at the root that matched my natural color, and warned her MANY times that may hair pulls red. I wanted that brown ombred into a very cool, pale blue. She said the blue could not be done but that she could do purple. Um… why one and not the other? There was my second warning. But I didn’t know her, and like I said, she came highly recommended, so I decided to go with it and take the purple. She dyed the root first. Of course, it came out very burgundy red, just like I warned her. And worse yet, she only used semi permanent color, so after a few washes at home, it got even MORE red. She offered to have me come back in less than a week for another dye, and at that point, I was still considering it. Moving on to the purple. She put a purple glaze on the ends for the ombred effect I wanted. Except nothing happened. No color went onto the ends of my hair whatsoever. Again, she said I would have to come back for more color. At this point, I’m pissed, but I also don’t know a lot about color, so I don’t question.
When my hair is finally dry, Jaqui asks how I style my hair normally. I say I curl it, never use a flat iron. So of course, she grabs the flat iron and straightens it all out. At this point, I don’t know if she doesn’t understand what I’m saying, or just doesn’t give a sh*t. When she’s done, I’m like, ok, maybe it won’t be so bad when I get home and style it how I like it. I set up an appointment for the following week for another application of color, and pay. I was charged full price for all color and cut, even though no color held for the ombred purple. That was incredibly irritating. Not wanting to make my clients look like jerks for sending over someone who doesn’t tip, I left a tip and walked out.
When I got home, I called my original hairstylist from Pittsburgh and explained to her what had just happened and she had me send her pictures. Turns out that not only had Jacqui completely messed up the color, but it looked like she took a hack saw to the back of my head– the cut was TERRIBLE. There was legitimately a huge step in the back of my hair. I was in a panic at this point, and there was no way that I wanted Jacqui to touch my hair again, so I called and canceled the appointment. I then scheduled an appointment with my hairstylist in Pittsburgh, and went all the way there for her to fix it. Needless to say, she was unimpressed with the work that Jacqui did, at one point saying «How is this girl even licensed?» My girl was able to do a fantastic job in fixing it-​thank goodness.
As I said in the beginning of my review: There were many signs throughout my visit– the ignoring of my cut preference, the improper color choice based on my red warning, the total and blatant disregard for how I wanted my hair styled… Looking back I should have realized she wasn’t totally invested, as a large topic of conversation was her very long job history. Needless to say, I will NEVER go back there, and will NOT recommend Snip or Jacqui.

This place is amazing! I was really itching for a haircut and I went on Unilocal to find places in my neighborhood and came across this. I wasn’t too sure which stylist to ask for, so I asked for a stylist who’s good with curly hair. I ended up getting Catherine and did not regret it.
I brought in a photo for her to reference, but told her if she thinks that there’s another style that will flatter my face shape and curls, please go for it. She ended up talking me out of getting my hair cut like the photo (respectfully mind you), and worked magic on my hair. Seriuosly, I have never had a more flattering hair cut. She puts layers everywhere and angles in all the right places. I will continue going back to her and next time, no photo! I just her judgement

Overall, very unimpressed and will not be returning.
Upon arrival, no one greeted me. The haircut was subpar and the blow dry was pretty awful (underneath was still wet???).
Overall, a very lackluster experience and I would NOT recommend this place to a friend. Even at $ 45 + tip it wasn’t worth it.
Also on cleanliness –if you’re going for a clean, modern, black and white theme, then sweep. the. floor. It was pretty gross.

I love Sean and cannot imagine ever having to find another hairdresser. I’ve never encountered anyone this good before and I’m so happy to have found him. To top it all off, the prices are extremely reasonable. My only complaint is finding a time we’re both available. Our schedules do not sync up!!!

Sean has been cutting my hair for over 5 years now. When he left his last salon and opened up his own, I came with him. He’s that great.
As someone who’s very detailed oriented and stresses about their hair, I really appreciate Sean’s patience, precision and style. He also takes the time to get to know your hair and cuts it in a way that will make it look its best.
To keep it simple, if you’re looking for a great haircut, this is the place to call.

Sean is the best. The end.

Very excited to have found a salon in Philly that I love! I made an appointment with Jacqui after having heard great things about Snip. I had gotten a haircut only a month ago, so I only made an appoinment for a highlight, but I can’t wait until I’m due for my next cut because I’ll certainly be back! The place is super chill and welcoming. Jacqui was great and seemed to really know curly hair — she was all ready suggesting how we can cut it next time to make it look better. It’s so hard to find someone to cut my hair well — I can’t wait to come back! The color looks great and Jacqui was so open to asking for feedback for the next time I’m there. I can tell you the feedback will be to please do what you think is best, since I completely trust her judgment!
Oh, also… I RARELY find someone who can blow out my hair, since it’s super curly and almost crimped in spots. I always leave with bumps in the back. I have never had such a good blow out — it looked awesome!!!
I’m also going to book them for my wedding in February. I can’t imagine a better place to spend the morning of the wedding getting dolled up with my friends.

Jacqui is the best. Snip is the best. I have absolutely nothing negative to say, despite how hard I’m trying to think. Oh I got one… I can’t just call on a whim to make an appointment because they’re all so damn good that they are popular. That’s it.
Jacqui is a wonderful hair dresser and someone I can count as a friend in Philly. My face hurts from smiling after I leave the salon, and we always have something interesting to talk about — not just small talk. I highly recommend her and can count on her to listen to my needs and provide suggestions. Since getting bangs for the first time from her almost two years ago, she’s done so many different things, I’ve been amazed every time. Who knew there was more than one way to cut bangs, not just straight across? Pretty sure the hair dressers I’ve had in the past wouldn’t.
We are going to try some color at my next appointment –another first for me. She’s been so great at helping me find my style and things that work for my personality. Couldn’t be happier.

Sean is a hair God. I love his salon and consider him a close friend. No one else does my hair.
I recommend him to all of my friends. He is not afraid to go places with me and my hair. I like it edgy and I’m not afraid to take risks. He dedicates time to me when I come in and stop by. He’s just a natural at what he does and he really loves just being around people.
I’m not sure about the other stylists. I’ve never gone to them.

Had my bangs cut here a while back. The hairdresser went against my wishes and when I was about to ask her not to cut my bangs so far she got a bit defensive. I was too scared to complain. Result. My bangs start at the back of my head and everyone says it looks horrible. Other than that… cute salon. I was the only person in there. She was the only hair dresser there at the time. SO I cant really comment on anything other than my haircut.
Was desperately looking for a salon to call home but this won’t be it.

I. Love. Sean.
I’m a little hesitant to post this review, because I selfishly don’t want to make it harder to get an appointment with him, but he deserves it.
I started going to Snip when they first opened since I lived a block away. I have since moved, but have been making the pilgrimage back to Fairmount because Sean is so great.
Sean has a great eye, a great sense of style, and respect for my hair and my own sense of style. When I recently came in wanting to cut some inches off my long hair and add some color, he really worked with me to edit my vision into what would be sustainable, gentle to my hair, and suit my look the best. The cuts he gives me grow out beautifully over the 5 – 6 months in between my visits that I probably don’t need to go back so soon for a trim, but he’s so fun to chat with. I also have never had to wait for him, as he seems to run on time.
As for the salon itself, it’s small and serene. I love that the black walls don’t cast any strange colors on my hair or face, and I appreciate that it’s clean. No nasty hair clumps all over the floor here.
Great experiences so far. Thanks Sean and Snip!

Just like everyone else on here who goes to Sean, I LOVE his haircuts! I got my hair cut by him a couple of months ago and he is really good. I got bangs, which turned out so cute. He even does free bang trims! Catherine did a good job of blowdrying my hair, which I needed for an interview because when I blow dry it, it becomes extremely frizzy. I used to go to Kevin’s on 9^th street because they are cheap and Asians know how to cut my Asian hair, but Sean does a better job even though he is more expensive. They will even give you a bottle of water if you ask for it. Great place! Good atmosphere too. Definately call ahead of time because they are always booked. Do yourself a favor and ask for Sean.
BTW, my dad and brother go here too, I don’t know who they see, but they love it.

Never, ever go here. My fiancé went for a hair cut about 6 weeks before our wedding. He asked the woman to only trim the sides and sideburns but to leave his curls alone. Well my curly haired man looked up and she completely chopped off all his curls and in her defense when questioned said «well it will grow back by the wedding». I can’t even tell you how pissed I am. I absolutely loved my man’s curls and now he has this horrible haircut that is completely uneven, choppy and without curls. Thanks for ruining his hair for the most important day of his life. Worst $ 40 ever spent.
Ps– apparently you can’t give zero stars, but I would have.