MIDOMA

I was referred to Vince by a friend after my stylist moved and I’m so happy to have found him! My hair has a mind of its own — it’s fine but there’s a lot of it, it’s wavy (when it wants to be), it frizzes at 5% humidity… I always wear it back because I don’t have the patience to deal with it. Vince totally reshaped my hair while still respecting my wishes to not take much length off and I could not be happier. Now if I want to wear my hair down it’s so easy to style myself and takes a fraction of the time it used to. It looks great whether I wear it wavy or straight, it feels so much healthier and it’s cooperating with me for the first time in my life. And the blowout looked amazing and lasted three days, which is way longer than my blowouts usually last.
Oh, and he is super nice, which made the experience even that much better!

I thought I had gotten a hair cut until I went to Midoma. Raphael was my stylist and I was a lifebooker client… That means I was paying less than half price for his work but judging by his attitude and helpful information you would have thought I paid double! My stylist worked with me to get the cut I want and need. I was so scared of losing length but he talked with me for a good 30 minutes about how important it is to have healthy hair rather than just long hair and the results speak for themselves, I got both!
I will be going back and paying full price because it’s worth every penny. Go to Midoma!

Not worth your money. You’re better off spending money at a quality salon. It’s also in a very odd location …

When I first moved to NY I decided to try this place my hair had got extremely messed up by a salon on the UWS was very broke and damaged.
So I booked an appointment with Midoma they put me with their head stylist I think he may have been the owner or high up not sure. Was not made aware of this until it was time to pay. They charged me $ 545 for a color and cut. Being from Wisconsin I was in shock and felt cheated that they put me with the most expensive stylist with not even telling me.
However I was pleased with the service but for an over $ 600 hair job when you include tip I better be happy. I did continue to go and get hair treatments after once or twice that were only $ 100 or some each time because my hair was extremely damaged.
Now leading to why I am writing this review. I haven’t been to Midoma in 2 years. I booked the appointment online on Sunday for Tuesday at 2:45 due to the fact I have a wedding this Saturday. I had purchased a Groupon for the balayage highlights which I was thrilled to get done and happy to give them another chance where they couldn’t swindle me for my money.
Today is Tuesday and they called me two hours before my appointment letting me know they changed me to a different stylist. Okay that’s fine. I called back to confirm it was still for the same time. The woman said yes and everything was confirmed then she put me on hold for 5 minutes and another person was on the phone telling me that since I have been there before I can only use the money I spent on the groupon towards the service.
What a JOKE. No way was I going to let them over charge me again. Now I need to try to get an appointment else where before this weekend.
Thanks Midoma for treating retuning guest like champs and for waisting a full afternoon of my work day!

I got a groupon deal for balayage 2 and half hour later I walked out with no major difference in my hair color except few strands in front of my bangs area that showed up blonde. My hair feels damaged and looks like a failed dye job vs balayage, going to my hair stylist and never trusting a groupon deal again
Only gave one star because Raphael did a good job for the blow out and styling
The colorists here are a joke, I saw the other girl who got balayage here had very sharp straight edges, at least my hair looked nothing was done except the bangs vs hers.

Love, love, love Rafael! He cut my hair for the second time last weekend and it, once again, looks and feels amazing! I’ve never had a cut where my hair consistently falls into place everyday. He’s a miracle worker! His blowouts are also amazing. Any cowlick on my head (and there are a lot) totally disappears. Plus, he’s absolutely hilarious so it’s a pleasure to sit in his chair for an hour.
I also go to Shakira for highlights. She is great and her work is fab as well! My color always looks amazing when I leave Midoma!

Like a lot of people on here, I got a Lifebooker deal for Midoma, and THANK GOD. It had been almost 2 years since I’d cut my naturally curly hair and it was frizzy, shapeless and lifeless, but my last haircut had been such a hack job that I was terrified to go anywhere.
Raphael immediately put me at ease with his humor and his clear knowledge of how curly hair works, which is SO refreshing! We figured out what shape would look good on my hair without losing too much length. When I asked for long side bangs, he called me out that I probably would never blow them out… so right. Raphael, you see right through me… haha!
Then the fun began! He shampooed/​conditioned me and went to cutting. He was hilarious and reassuring the whole time. The amount of care he took was unbelievable. After the cut, I went back to the sink for another condition, then sat under a fun rotating diffuser thing for 10 minutes or so. And then he took the diffuser attachment on a hairdryer to me. AND THEN he took a curling iron to the pieces that didn’t immediately spring back to life. He was literally cradling individual curls in his hands to make them do what they should. THIS MAN IS AMAZING.
I was in the chair for 2 hours. Raphael was super patient and did not at ALL make me feel like I was keeping him from anything, even though my appointment was at 630 and I was the last person in the salon, at 830 pm.
I’ve never felt better about my hair, about myself… it is amazing what a good haircut can do!
Bottom line: Midoma is incredible. Raphael is a hair magician.

I initially came here via lifebooker and have continued coming to see Raphael ever since. It was probably my tenth visit last month and I’ll continue to see him until I die. First off, he’s a Colombian man so he KNOWS how to make a woman look good. He has helped me grow my dry, split-​end-​prone hair by 5 inches, and brought it back to health.
Last time I was in, Shakira did some face framing highlights (first time I’ve colored in ages, so I was nervous) and I am ecstatic about the results. I highly recommend Midoma and also doing the membership which is economical if you get cuts every ⁵⁄₆ weeks with intermittent blowouts, or whatever. WORTH IT!

Got a living social deal and sadly everything is wrong with Raphael as a hairdresser
First off I hadn’t cut my hair in a long time because, to quote rumi neely from fashiontoast, «I don’t believe in hair cuts for girls». I just think a blow dry or up do can do so much more. But my hair was going to reach my belly button so I decided to cut it. I was getting compliments on my hair from strangers regularly for it being long and wavy but I did have a lot of split ends. When I showed up Raphael started off by telling me how long+awful my hair felt+looked. I mean that’s fine I guess if he was able to fix whatever the situation.
He pre-​cut my hair before shampooing. Since my hair is thick and was long there was a big pile of it on the floor afterwards. He congratulated me on «getting rid of that hair» and STARTED KICKING IT AROUND in the salon space. LOL thats actually hilarious but BRUHHHHHH which hellscape does this clown come from someone needs to tell me.
Shampooing was fine. Whatever. He then told me he wouldn’t put too many layers into my hair because I am «low maintenance» and giving me dimension would make my hair explode if I don’t blow dry it religiously. 10 minutes later he was done. He told me «I was hiding behind the hair» before my cut and now «I look so different and pretty that he can’t recognize me». I can still recognize myself thank goodness but my hair actually looks like someone used a pair of scissors and cut my hair against a ruler. I WOULD RATHER THAT MY HAIR EXPLODE.
He then went on to style my hair a bit which didn’t really do anything because my hair is thick and more importantly he didn’t try hard enough. Once I stepped into the cold wind again all the shape was gone.
I mean, the hair isn’t bad enough to stop me from going outside my apartment since my perpetual pulchritude will continue to shine through it even during rough times such as this. But LOL ppppppplease don’t touch my hair again.

I have been going to Midoma for a couple of years now for my color. I love this salon. The space is open and cool with lots and lots of great natural light. Every time I come there’s great new art on the main wall which is always inspiring. Everyone is friendly and sincere (which is so welcoming in NYC). Shakira is my colorist and man does she know her stuff. She’s honest and talks me through the process if I come in to make a change, and I trust her. It’s my hair, trust is the most important part of a relationship with a colorist. My color always looks amazing when I leave the salon. I highly recommend Shakira and Midoma, a hidden gem in a city that is over saturated with salons.

If you are looking for someone to really listen to what you want and do a fantastic job– go to Ryan! I have long hair and he gave me a great cut while keeping it as long as possible. He’s very professional and truly cares about what you want. I know a lot of women with long hair complain when hair stylists cut too much off. Ryan did not do that. I used living social for this visit, but I would love to go back because of him.

I came in through Lifebooker, and was able to coordinate an appointment within a few days. I received a cut from Molly who was just wonderful. She really listens to what you want and makes suggestions along the way, She takes her time and clearly cares about her work and listening to her clients. I ended up getting a fringe and long layers and I am very happy with my cut! She also happened to be a very friendly individual so you immediately feel welcomed.
I’m definitely glad I purchased my vouchers and I plan to get my next cut with Molly

Like many other reviewers, I also came in through Lifebooker. AND I’M SO GLAD I DID! After having another salon cancel on me because I was 5 minutes late to my appointment, I was DESPERATE to get my hair cut. I did some Unilocal & Lifebooker research and settled on MIDOMA. I purchased two Lifebooker vouchers for haircuts with Michael.
On my appointment date, I decided I wanted my bangs back. Michael listened and made suggestions – he really has an expert understanding of hair type and what will/won’t work with it. He recut my layers and gave my sweeping bangs that blend in perfectly with the rest of my cut. He also gave me tips on coloring (which I usually do at home myself).
I’m definitely glad I purchased two vouchers. Looking forward to my next cut!

I have been a long-​time client of MIDOMA. Michael, the owner, and his wife Marianna are great. I have gone to Michael for my cut and Shakira for my color.
Shakira will take the time to find out what you are looking for and give her recommendations based on her expertise. She is fun as well as being professional.
I have thick hair which is about 1 inch below my shoulders. From my first appointment with Michael, he took the time to consult with me about my hair. He continually does this every time I come in, which I appreciate. He was not afraid to cut into my hair and give me great long layers.
I have been to many stylists over the years who do not want to cut into my hair. Michael did not shy away from this, since he knows what he is doing.
I would highly recommend MIDOMA. You definitely get what you pay for — which is a great color and haircut.

Used a Lifebooker loot for this place, and they handled it smoothly. They required a credit card number to book, which they used to charge a non-​reversing $.01 fee. Shady business practice but didn’t lead to any material issues.
I booked at 2pm appointment but got a call at 1:30 that my stylist, «an artist, a perfectionist,» was running 20 minutes late. That slowly spiraled this into a 2:45 start time. The wait aside, my goodwill was plied with a complimentary mask and a beautiful haircut. Raphael has a careful hand with the scissors and a careful ear with directions. Though I left late, I left happy!
Don’t forget cash for a tip if you use a Lifebooker!

Eduardo is absolutely AMAZING! I have never died my hair before and went to Midoma for the first time (off of a Lifebooker deal) and got the balayage highlights and LOVE It!
Will definitely be back and recommend to all of my friends.

Eduardo is a MAGICIAN.
Prequel: Was in a YOLO state of mind when I bought a deal via Lifebooker for Ombré Highlights ($ 89).
Booking was very simple — the receptionist (contrary to other reviews) was helpful as I picked out a day for my appointment over the phone. I even emailed to change my appt to 1 hour early with ease. That being said, Midoma is VERY strict about their 24 hour cancellation policy — you will receive two emails — one that confirms your appt and one as a reminder the day before your appt. When booking be prepared to provide your credit card number that will in effect be used as collateral and will be charged should you be a no-​show. Just go to your appointment on time and you’ll be fine… simple simple.
Now onto the good shtuff — Eduardo greets me with open arms as if he’s expecting to see me, like I’ve been a client forever. We discuss for about ten minutes exactly what I want to do with my hair. I show him my pics, he shows me his pics. I stress no red tones and natural, natural, natural. Ultimately he decides that balayage would work better for that natural look, so we scratch the ombré. I’m wary that I’ll be charged an absurd amount extra since this isn’t the service I originally bought. He says it will be $ 150, half the price of a full price balayage — so I’d just have to pay the difference of $ 150 — $ 89. not a bad deal at all and quite a competitive price to other salons around the city with less stellar ratings.
The actual bleaching/​coloring was enjoyable and painless. Read a magazine while he paints you like one of his french girls. He’s gentle, always aware of your comfort. At one point after the bleaching stage, he brought me over to the blow drying station and dried one of my strands to see whether he needed to deepen the color. quality workmanship. But nah, he good, it was PURRFECT.
Although blow drying was explicitly excluded in the voucher, Eduardo took the time to blow out my hair, I’m sure because he wanted to see his masterpiece (lol).
I could not have asked for a better balayage hair coloring. Asked for natural, no red, I got both and more. My hair has beautiful undertones, highlights, and for once in my 23 black hair years, it has DIMENSION. Kardashian-​y, sans the plastic surgery. I’m obsessed!
Total time: roughly 2 hours start to finish.
TLDR: Sorry for this long ass novel. Basically if you’re an apprehensive scaredy cat, a virgin hair coloree, or just trying to find the best bang for your buck hair coloring (two which don’t usually go hand-​in-​hand) you’ll be in good hands at Midoma.

One word: Nana. I got a Lifebooker deal here for $ 39/​haircut and blowout after seeing all the amazing reviews. I really wanted Nana in particular since apparently she cuts Asian hair very well. Luckily enough, she was my designated hairdresser! The whole process was lovely, she is really attentive to your needs and let’s you see how much is really being cut off the entire time. The blowout was the best part — got some bouncy curls to my hair for my Friday night ;) How great my hair turned out is really an understatement, since I’m such a skeptic usually. Now I literally can’t stop looking in the mirror! HIGHLY recommend.
PS — get their orange spice tea with milk and sugar.

I have gotten 3 haircuts with Nana this past year, and I think she’s got me hooked! Normally, I would start to get tired of a stylist after a few haircuts because my hair would look more or less the same. Nana, however, always comes out with a fun suggestion for my hair (without me having to bring a picture) every time I go in for a haircut. She suggested side swept bangs for me this time, but I decided to get full-​on short front bangs as she was starting to cut it. She agreed that it would look good on my face, and showed me a few sample photos. I know having front bangs is a big commitment because I would have to come in for every 4 weeks or so for a trim, but I was in the mood for change for the New Year! Still, I was a little hesitant on getting the bangs (I know I can get overly impulsive at times), Nana explained the growing out process thoroughly to assure me that it will be a smooth transition if I ever decide to lose the bangs. Also, she offered me free bang trims if I need it. With that promising «return policy», I decided to go for it.
The result? Overwhelming «likes» on Facebook and endless compliments wherever I go! Check out my photo, and can I get a, «SHEEEEEEBANG», please?

The only way I would try a salon is through a referral, so when a good friend of mine from work recommended this salon so I decided to give it a try.
It’s very easy to get to by train, and a quaint spacious art gallery type area with very friendly staff. The lifebooker reservation will give you about 15% off which doesn’t hurt.
Raphael cut my hair and he was wonderful. He was very attentive spent time talking about my desired cut and hair type and although I did not want to cut a lot off he assured me that this will help my hair grow, and it really did. My hair is healthy and growing faster than ever!
Since the stylists are very attentive and take time to cut and style your hair, I would recommend giving yourself about 90 minutes minimum for the visit. I haven’t gotten color here yet, but my coworker goes here all the time for both and just recently got a GORGEOUS balayage color job done by Eduardo.
I have already recommended it to my friends, who all purchased packages at this salon! Will be back soon for sure.