Simply Swank Salon & Spa

Literally the best facial I’ve ever gotten. Not only did the facial service include a foot, hand and arm, and scalp massage (which I’ve never received with any other high end salon’s facial service) for the same price as your average 60-​minute facial, but the esthetician was amazing. She was extremely professional, very interested in addressing my skin concerns, and great at performing the service. I couldn’t have been more relaxed and pleased. She even offered me samples of the products she had used to take home which was so unexpected. The atmosphere is wonderful, and the fact that it is a no tipping salon is nice, but she was so great I actually wanted to leave her something! Highly recommended!

The highlights were perfect. Love it and the Aveda products.
But…
Pricing is very unclear. The charges were much higher than I expected.
Nearly $ 50.00 over what I expected to pay.
Idea for a better experience: Create a menu showing exact pricing. The brochure shows the lowest possible price (80.00) for the highlights. I found out afterwards that each Stylist charges something different.

After recently moving, I was nervous about finding a new place to get a quality hair cut, but the positive reviews lead me here, and I was not disappointed. Stylist Tatum was gentle and skilled at cleaning up (but not drastically changing) the existing style that I wanted to maintain. The Aveda products that she used made my hair feel clean and smooth, without looking overly gooped up. The whole experience was relaxing and drama-​free. No one tried to aggressively push buying more products, nor are you permitted to tip. Rather, in lieu of gratuities, you are supposed to pass on the positive referrals, which I happily share in this forum. My one suggestion? The owner should allow the stylists to have their names and short bios on the salon’s website, so that credit can be given where credit is due!

I’ve been coming to this salon for probably 7 or 8 years. I tried out a few alternatives when I moved out of the area a few years back, but decided that it was worth the drive to continue coming to Simply Swank. I have always been very pleased with my haircuts (from Sarah). I must say though that my absolute favorite thing about this salon is their no tipping policy. I absolutely abhor those awkward conversations other salons force you into when paying «I see you’ve written in a tip. How would you like that divided between your service providers?» Ugh.

I’ve been coming to Simply Swank for probably 10 years now and have only positive things to say about the atmosphere, offerings, stylists and service!
My last visit was no exception!
I came in a bit unsure of what I wanted. All I knew for sure was that it needed some serious length taken off. I had read on the website that they do Lock for Love cuts and it sparked my interest. Normally my hair isn’t so long, but I had grown it out for my wedding. Before mentioning it was even an option for me I asked my stylist what she thinks would look good. She recommended collar bone length. Which made me think a few more inches wouldn’t hurt so I asked about the donation. Jackie immediately lite up at that option but was for sure not pushy in any way! In the end I decided to do it. Jackie gave me a great cut that looks cute and I can feel good about.
I’m already looking forward to my next visit in summer 2014.

I’ve been using Simply Swank for several years now and love my time there. I see Nancy for my cut/​color — she is AMAZING. I receive compliments all the time. Love her friendship, as well as her talent. I also see Candice for the most perfect french shellac manicure. Her precision is impeccable. DeAnne has the most attentive pedicure. She is so nurturing — I feel totally pampered in her care. My toes look amazing for weeks after. Overall, love the look, love the people, love the experience!

My husband gave me a mani-​pedi, paraffin dip and 60-​minute massage at Simply Swank for Christmas. I finally got to use it recently. The front desk greeting was a little indifferent. After that, everyone working at the salon was extremely nice. My nail technician, Candice, was very friendly. The pedicure was great… very thorough, but not rough or painful.
I never get manicures because my nails are very soft and the polish always chips off in 12 hours. Well, I am completely amazed because the manicure I got from Candice is still going strong with no chipping 4 days later. This is a miracle! I have no idea how she did it, but I’m ecstatic about it!
The massage was a nice overall relaxing experience. The massage room is nice and the table is heated. The therapist didn’t really work my chronic knots and problem spots in the way I am used to when I get a massage, so I probably personally wouldn’t return here for that service. But for general relaxation it was good.
The employees offered me tea, water, magazines, etc., often and really made an effort to make my visit nice. The one suggestion I would make is that at the really high-​end spas that I’ve been to, the front desk almost seems to know who you are when you walk in the door and they act like they are really happy to see you. They must just take the time to review the day or the next few hours of appointments. I’m even saying the current front desk approach is a problem or I am complaining about it… it’s more of an observation.
I was all prepared to leave tips at the front desk upon leaving when I was informed that they are a no-​tip salon. I felt a combination of guilty and happy about this. The happy is winning out, though, and I am definitely planning on trying Simply Swank out for haircuts and other services.

Nice salon, great look. Bad customer service.

Best salon in Hudson… super clean, trendy Aveda salon. Very reasonably priced. They take good care of the customers. I love my stylist Jackie. All the products they use are all natural and paraben free. Definitely recommend this salon!

Top drawer Aveda salon & spa owned by a mega talented Mary Swank. She was my one and only go to girl when I lived in Ohio. I drove 45 minutes to see her because I couldn’t find anybody better.
Whenever I was bored or feeling like I needed a little more sex appeal to my hair… Mary was able to give me a new option & I felt sexier walking out the door. (She laughs at me when I tell her I’m feeling like I have soccer mom hair.)
They have a beautiful spa downstairs, but I haven’t had the time to try out those services. (I got the tour on my last visit.)
Book in advance (or ask if you can get in for a cancellation.)