Aveda Institute Las Vegas

If a haircut is just a haircut for ya, then this would be an appropriate place. Don’t come here expecting to walk out with the most amazing, beautiful cut you’ve ever had or the exact color you wanted. They’re students. That’s why it costs so little. They’re learning, so yes, expect it to take a bit of time. If they mess up, tell them kindly and they will fix it if they can. I’ve gone here many times over the years for major cuts, just trims, and coloring– and each student seemed to try their best.
Tell them what you want, and a teacher will come to confirm what they will do to your hair, and will come back around after you’re done to check their work. They will introduce Aveda products to you, but don’t push it on you to purchase (they all smell heavenly though and are Eco-​friendly).
Tip is not encouraged, but it’s nice to slip them a few bucks. Your cut will be super cheap anyway.
I continue to return because hey, hair grows out. Then you just cut it again.

I just got a service done at Aveda. My stylist was really sweet. She did an ok job on my color. However, there was a copper strip left on the top of my hairline. Also, she didn’t do the hand massage or facial treatment and she kept walking away from me about 10 minutes at a time. In all, my services took four total hours and I walked away with a partial highlight and foil. To add injury to insult the «male teacher» disappeared for a smoke break delaying my services. Then, I was supposed to get a 20 percent discount and I got 10 percent off instead. I just walked out pretty frustrated. Sorry.
If you choose to go, allow for 4 – 6 hours! Yes, half a day! And, remind them to do your facial and hand massage. Also, make sure you do the math for your discount.
I was really disappointed I didn’t get my haircut. But, somehow they think I am returning and offered to give me a $ 10 future credit. I don’t think so! Also, realize this is not in a safe part of town, so make sure to come with your spouse or significant other or friend!

Jessica is absolutely amazing!!! From the moment I entered, I was treated with courtesy and I felt pampered. I give this salon 5 stars because the the exceptional warmth and hospitality. The whole staff is friendly and accommodating… I’d definitely recommend this school for anyone who wishes to be relaxed and comforted! My facial was amazing, I literally fell asleep.

I’ve been coming here regularly for a while, and it is definitely my «go to» place for a haircut. I have never received any of the spa services, so cannot comment on their quality. This is the second Aveda Institute I have been to (the other being in the Midwest), and so I was fairly accustomed to the practice. For those who have never been here, please accept that your experience will most likely take longer than that of an average salon. With the fact that there are students doing your hair, and they have regular checks with instructors, it is just logical that the service would take a while (so do not go here if you’re on a time crunch).
I will say again that your experience will be 100% dependent on what instructor/​student you get. The first time I went here, I almost did not want to come back because the instructor was incredibly rude, and when the student asked for help gave both the student and me attitude. I have been back 5 times since then, and haven’t seen that instructor, so it is possible she no longer works there. All of my experiences since have been great. I tend to find a student I like and then keep going back to them until they graduate, and then find another student.
One of the biggest perks of going to Aveda is the price, it is a flat rate for the haircut, and you cannot tip. The haircuts include a shampoo/​wash, mini-​facial and hand massage. You can skip all this if you want, but I normally indulge. I have seen several people get upset there about trivial things, but again, 1) you get what you pay for and 2) they are students, you knew that coming in.
Again, if you’re super high-​strong or high-​maintenance, do not go here. It is a place full of students, they are there to learn. Accept it and leave your attitude at home. If you are more laid back and patient, it is a great haircut experience that I’d recommend.

I just want to say I had an amazing experience here Alyssa did my hair she is wonderful and had a great personality you should go see her my color looks amazing I highly recommend her !!

I decided to visit Aveda based on positive reviews from Unilocal,as well as the extraordinarily cheap price ($ 17 for a cut that promises to include a wash and dry, a hand and arm massage, make up touch up, and mini facial). There’s also a 20% off coupon when you check in on Unilocal,but unfortunately I didn’t realize until AFTER I made my appointment that it’s for Monday-​Thursday ONLY. Make sure you call ahead for an appointment!
My first mistake was going in on a Saturday afternoon. The place was PACKED with stressed stylists. I didn’t have to wait very long for my appointment (only five minutes, and I was early) but my stylist, though sweet and talkative, was tired after already having been on her feet cutting hair for eight hours. I definitely feel like she rushed through my cut. She quickly washed my hair, briefly gave me a hand and arm massage (as well as the mini facial), and then trimmed my hair. Fortunately her teacher took more time giving attention to my split ends. I never received a make-​up touchup and I felt like my stylist just couldn’t wait for me to leave so she could go home, which is never a good feeling when it comes to your hair!
I will give this place another try but it will definitely be on a Monday-​Thursday MORNING when hopefully my stylist can give my hair more attention and I can use my Unilocal deal!

Usually have a great experience here but I just witnessed front desk being extremely rude to both a customer and a student. The heavy set woman with purple hair just told a woman with a small child «Can’t you have the father come pick up your child?» I personally am appalled that any place of business would speak to a woman with a child in that way. As a mother I know that sometimes things are difficult to accomplish and for a company to be so incredibly rude and disrespectful is an absolute travesty! I would never expect this attitude from Aveda, company that claims to care about the environment and the community. I’m so disappointed!

This was an unexpectedly nice experience. I had been to an Aveda Institute in another part of the country, but this one was better. My stylist gave all her attention to my «vision» for my hair and seemed to understand exactly what I was asking for. The complimentary mini facial was very nice, but the hand massage… I need to train someone in my inner circle to do that for me daily!
Only $ 17 for a women’s cut and the complimentary add-​ons. I also recommend you check out Groupn for deals that can be used M-​Th.

My last visit there was a complete nightmare. I need to go with my first instinct if I have a bad feeling about a person that’s about to do my hair I need to request somebody else. The gal that approach me had barely a smile on her face when she extended her hand to shake my hand it was just weakness and defeat written all over face. She completely lack in confidence and had 0 moxie.
Her instructor Anise was the worst of all! This woman should not be an instructor! She had absolutely no leadership abilities, I miss all the old instructors. They were much better. While she was doing my hair she disappeared for 20 minutes and I had a bad feeling about it and of course she dried out my hair by overprocessing it. Unfortunately I didn’t have the time to finish up the toning because I had a work emergency. But they still insisted on charging me for it. It’ll be a while before I go back there, I used to really like coming here but my last experience was a complete nightmare!

I love the Aveda line of products and have almost always gotten a quality haircut at Aveda salons. I figured that I’d save some money & try the institute, as I wanted what I thought was a simple haircut. It took over 2 & ½ hours, involved 2 instructors coming over & checking work (& being concerned that the stylist– Damien– was taking too much hair off). I guess he did a fine job on the haircut, but it is not at all what I had asked for. And now it’s going to take me a year or two to grow it out. I gave the cut three weeks to see if I would get used to it– I didn’t. When I called to ask that maybe a supervisor speak with him about how better to meet client expectations (I had hair down to my hips, I asked for 3 – 5 inches to be cut, now it is barely past my shoulders – as I am tall, he literally took off a foot & ½ of my hair), a receptionist named Carly was super rude with me– telling me that I should have complained within 10 days, but now they would not be doing anything about it– not even talking to him about it. Horrible customer service! I guess that you get what you pay for, but I thought that the Aveda name meant quality, especially quality treatment of their clientele. It was such a disappointment, and one that I have to live with for the next year or two.
The price is a good deal for a cut at a salon that uses quality products, but what you’ll end up with is a gamble. And– per Carly– they really don’t care how you felt about your experience. And, as women know, how you appear both to other people & yourself, matters a lot.

I had an amazing experience here at Aveda. It was my first time and it will definitely not be my last! Having recently moved here, I’ve been searching for a place to do all my services. I am so happy to say I’ve finally found my place in this friendly, professional student salon. Mahalo Brooke @AvedaLasVegas ~ you were awesome and I love my hair (so does my ohana)! I’ll definitely be back for more TLC and I’m bringing them with me! Mahalo to everyone who made me feel right at home.

I am very grateful to have chosen Aveda for my education. I feel my educators are knowledgable and genuinely care for me and my classmates. When someone is absent they communicate with them to make sure they are okay. I’m grateful Aveda is a company that is conscious not only of our community, environment and sourcing, but also of human interaction and connection. This has made my education that much more meaningful. I also love the Aveda product line and aromas. Everything connects in a system and a family of products. I love our hair color system! It is unique and customizable, and the potential for creativity is endless.
If you do not want to learn a school’s specific product line, then pick another school. You wouldn’t get upset that Paul Mitchell uses Paul Mitchell. The Aveda philosophy and history, including how that has affected their product sourcing and development is interesting and informs on many levels of the cosmetology experience.
If your intention is to kick back and take it easy, this is not the school for you. If you intend to make an honest effort, abide by the rules, including dress code and attendance policies, then you will enjoy your time here and have a rewarding experience. If you will show up late, disrespect your teachers, not follow Aveda protocols, not provide guests with the rituals that are supposed to be included in their services, and not THOROUGHLY complete your sanitations, then you will be wasting your time and money, and wasting your classmates and teachers time too. Take responsibility for your education, because you will get out of your education what you put in.

This review is based on 2 experiences with the Aveda School. The first experience was a cut and color from a student with maturity and great interpersonal skills, as well as passion and enthusiasm for what she was doing. Her instructor introduced herself soon after this student took me back to her station. The instructor checked on the progress also asking me for feedback. I would rate this experience a 5 if the color would have held (2 ½ weeks later the gray at my temples is completely back). I commend this instructor and student for their professionalism and attention. The student gave me a great hand/​forearm massage and expertly explained the products as part of the service. I was set up for a positive experience the other day for a mani/​pedi.
I arrived 5 minutes prior to my 2:30 PM appointment. At 2:50 PM a young woman from the checkin desk noticed me still waiting and said she would check on it. She then walked 5 feet away to the opposite side of the magazine bench in the waiting area and made small talk with 3 different students that passed by. At that point, I got up and went to the checkin desk myself to investigate. I spoke to the professional woman who had initially welcomed and checked me in. After she checked, I was told there were only 4 chairs for mani/​pedis and that they were all finishing up. 5 minutes later I was lead back to the area, where there was only 1 pedi in progress by an attentive student. The student who lead me back to the chair did not smile or introduce herself. I had also noticed her while I was waiting as she slowly passed by with a metal basin in hand. (I do not believe my appointment was held up by them being overbooked.) My feet were placed in a metal basin with barely enough water to cover my toes. The student rarely spoke and gestured for me to move my feet. Remnants of old polish were removed with the used cotton pads dropped directly on to the floor (same with used orange stick, etc.) Did not appear very sanitary. I pointed out a couple of places on my toes (one toe was totally skipped) that still had some old polish. The nails were inadequately filed (though some were longer in need of trimming) and visible dirt remained under a couple of the toenails. During this time another student who finished working on hair nearby, came over and showed the student a personal video on her cell phone WHILE my student was performing the service (unacceptable and unprofessional). I asked the student if she liked doing mani/​pedis (she appeared unsmiling and apathetic thoroughout). She told me «no» and stated she liked doing hair. I asked if they «had» to do mani/​pedis and was told yes. At one point I said to nearby student with her hair client that this was not going well. (Was this the student’s first time? Where was the instructor? Who was supervising? This student did not summon the instructor). I had now been there a full hour when the student reapplied nail polish remover to my right foot and then prepared to apply the color (toes that I would I have trimmed more and cleaned with a nail brush). At this point I stopped the service stating it was not working.
Once in the waiting room a blonde woman appeared (the absent instructor?) asking me what the student had done wrong and offering me the service with a more experienced student. The second experience had so many things go wrong that I cannot recommend this Aveda school due the extreme variability of instruction and supervision. I do NOT fault the students, as I did not see any supervision of the students in this area where my service was performed. Inattention, poorly performed services and unprofessional behaviors should be checked and remediated by instructors. I encourage the leadership of this school to look at the levels of customer service and education, particularly for beginning students as the latter students appeared to be. This experience was frustrating and a waste of time. All the more disappointing as I had lived in Minneapolis in the 1980s when Aveda founder Horst was just beginning this work. His passion, mission and dedication need to be renewed and embraced at all levels of this school to the standards which his legacy deserves — starting with the instructors.

The only reason I give this place a 4 is that it took FOREVER.
I went in for a trim and to lighten my ombré. I am well aware that these are students and they need to work with the instructors for approval on everything they plan to do. I also understand any processing will take some time, but I have hair just touching my shoulders and I was there for almost 6 hours.
Other than that. the service was AMAZING. I feel terrible not remembering the students name but I will have them look this up next time I go in. If you buy any product on your first visit, that amount gets credited back to your account for your next visit… just an FYI.
It is a non-​tipping studio all they want is your word of mouth help promoting the space. Everyone was really nice, loved my hair and really helpful. You receive multiple complimentary treatments; massage, facial, hand massage. all with essential oils that smell amazing.
I will be back in a few weeks for my next cut, even though it takes a while it is totally worth it for the prices!
Service: Cut, highlights
Cost: $ 60 out the door.

What other reviewers have to keep in mind is that this is a school for students to learn how to do different services. If you expect a perfect result in a timely manner than don’t bother going to a school. My stylists name was Chris, he was very attentive boisterous, humorous and friendly. I had gone in more of spur of the moment; wasn’t too sure what I wanted done. I decided on the color at the consultation and as for my cut all I wanted was bangs and cut however he felt would look good.
Coloring did take a while because I have long curly hair, so it wasn’t like I expected to get out there within 2 hours. At first my roots came out way too light but after putting toner in it you couldn’t tell the difference. The color was exactly how I wanted it and I couldn’t be happier.
The cut was done mainly by the instructor aside from the bangs which Chris did. The cut was nice and I was very pleased.
Overall the experience was entertaining. They had a little show of students working with cosmetics. Which was very entertaining and creative. Not to mention Chris was very talkative and humorous; probably the loudest person there. Lol
I would definitely go back and get my hair done again.

Your experience will greatly depend on the person you get. My friend and I came in for blow drys. I paid $ 12 with my Unilocal coupon, and she paid $ 25. I got the full Aveda experience (massage, ect) and she got some lady who only wanted to curl her hair and be done with it. That’s an issue. I think the school needs to enforce some quality control rules so you can at least make the people coming in believe that everyone is getting equal treatment.
The guy who did my hair (I’m sad I forgot his name!) was fantastic though. He was meticulous with my hair and was such an awesome guy. If I lived closer I would totally go to him for my hair needs.
Overall I do like the school and I like the products. I wouldn’t shy away from this place, but be aware that you may get a student who doesn’t care as much as the next one.

I always have a good experience at this Aveda Institute! Students & instructors are always fun & do a great job. I got my hair dyed by Quince this time around and I can honestly say I think he did a better job than any hair dye in my life (and I have done a lot to these locks) He was efficient, intelligent, and so much fun to talk to. Seriously, Las Vegas stylists. watch out. He understands color theory very well. Perfect red violet hair with no hot roots, for once!
Thanks again Aveda!

Nice.
Came in, got a cut, left happy.
Of course, there were bumps along the way; but, for the price I was paying, I couldn’t care less. Yes, their professionalism needs a little work. It can be awkward. I spent my entire washing with an armpit in my face, but hey, I got a cut I would usually pay $ 70 for, for only $ 14 w/​my UNLV discount.
Most negative reviews seem to be related to ombres and other complicated cuts that I’ve had friends pay $ 200+ for a professional to screw up lmao… you get what you pay for?
I have a side cut, but it was handled very well. My side cut length is actually the best I’ve had. Impressed. Already scheduled my next appointment!

SOOO Bad.
I really don’t enjoy leaving a negative review but the woman who cut/​colored my hair was so terrible and unprofessional it’s horrifying.
My hair was down to my breast in the front, Ladies you know how long that takes! It was also half way down my back in the back. I asked her to give me a light trim, about a ½ inch and she chopped it to my shoulders. It’s uneven like a shark bite, very jagged. It will take me nearly 3 years to regrow what this woman did to my hair.
The WORST part about her was the entire time she was cutting she hardly even looked at my head. She was all over the room talking to everybody, about the music, dancing, she even went so far as to ask my husband about work after she graduates! My husband thought maybe she was high?
She never once stopped to listen when I voiced concerns, she spent more time hugging and whispering to her classmates 5 chairs away. I found out after that she was about to graduate.
I called the school prior to leaving the review as a courtesy and they were so very sweet I promised Not to write her name here to warn people about her crazy and railroading demeanor. I really hope she doesn’t do this to heads all over the city.
I love Aveda and this was my only experience at the school and I am sad to say I will never return.

I’ve never felt so pampered for so little money!
As soon as my student came over, she offered me tea/​coffee/​water before she got started. Once I sat down, she asked me what I wanted done and then ran everything by her instructor. First she began with a shoulder/​neck massage with eucalyptus oil which was very relaxing. Then she washed my hair and put in a dry remedy moisturizing masque conditioner. While she let the conditioner sit, she gave me a mini facial and and a hand massage. As for the haircut, she did a great job and did exactly what I wanted. The instructor came over at the end to check her work, and she was very thorough.
I’ve been going to Aveda Institutes for many years now both in Milwaukee and Chicago, but the students here definitely seem to go above and beyond what I’ve experienced at other locations. The prices here are pretty similar, with a haircut costing $ 17. But, if you check in on Unilocal you get 20% off! And there’s no tipping allowed, so it’s a pretty cheap haircut. I’m a big fan of Aveda products, so it’s always a plus when I can get get the Aveda spa pampering without the high price! This is a perfect place for a student like me on a budget!