Root Salon

Did a great job! I had gotten my hair messed up by another salon so I made an appointment with Dawn and she did a phenomenal job getting my hair back to what I wanted! Great place and service by all staff was so nice!

I had a great experience here last night getting my hair colored by Dawn! She did a fabulous job and it was apparent that she knew what she was doing. I would definitely recommend coming to this salon!

I found Root salon in 2012 and have never booked a service anywhere since. I always feel like a princess whether i’m in to see Bree for waxing/​makeup or KC for some stellar hair.
KC– is sweet, sassy and of course professional– and that comes out in her expert color and tone choices for my hair. If I am feeling «safe» she doesn’t push me to make drastic changes, but if I am feeling like it’s time for something totally different I have every confidence that she will make me look amazing time and time again. Your hair is often your identity, and I trust her with every strand! I just booked her for a wedding this spring ! Please go see her: p (She does haircuts too!!)
Bree– Bree is fantastic, she is sweet and made me feel 100% comfortable. She answered all my questions and remembers all the silly things I tell her. I am booking her for my next event when i will need some fantastic makeup. I have only great things to say about her.
Root is a top notch experience; every detail is perfection. From the moment you walk in someone is catering to your every need. I’ve moved out of this area but would never think to leave — worth it to see my gals!
–Paula (a very happy customer !)

I have had 2 wonderful experiences at Root Salon.
The first was for my wedding. Ginger did an amazing job with my updo. I was thankful to have had a trial before the actual day because she was able to come up with an idea to have it hold longer the 2^nd time with almost no bobby pins! My bridesmaids had their updos done with other stylists and all turned out wonderful. We paid extra for mimosas and pastries and were glad we did. Bree did my makeup and I wish I had half her skills to replicate it!
The second was just for a highlight and cut. Peter, my stylist, was patient and diligent. I could tell that he put more work into my hair than previous stylists I’ve had (not at Root). I usually bounce from salon to salon but I think I’m going to stick with Root from now on!

I highly recommend getting a haircut from KC here. I recently moved to Saint Paul and needed a new salon close to my home. My style is very simple yet stylish and with my coarse Indian hair, it’s always been hard to find a good stylist that gets my hair. KC has been able to give me a perfect haircut every time! She gets my style and my more importantly is able to adapt the haircut to the texture of my hair. She listens to what I’m looking for and is very attentive. Definitely see her. Also, the service overall at the salon is also very good. Perfect 5 for this place!

I’m from New York and, for several years, got my hair cut at Bumble & Bumble in Manhattan. I’ve tried many different high-​end salons since moving to Minnesota, but Root is the very best. I’d recommend any of the stylists, although I love Kelly. Jim (owner) and Justine do wonderful work, and I’ve heard good things about Sarah, too. I’ve been so happy with my hair ever since I started going to Root. And the aesthetician/​make up artist, Bree, is great. Highly recommended!

Started seeing Kat about 18 weeks ago and had her do my hair 3 times now. I bounce between red and brunette and am a natural blonde with very thick and coarse hair, so I’m pretty much the client from hell. The first time we touched up my red, they use wella products and if you go red, you know what that means… It’s gonna hold. The second time I saw her we liked the color I faded too and it was summer so we kept it strawberry blonde and added some highlights and lowlights and worked my roots in. We also did a deep conditioning treatment since my hair was really dry. The last time it was fall so I opted to go bold and brunette. I love red but it’s been red for 2 years. Change is good and I love the color. It’s rich with some highlights for depth. She’s excellent and knows color! I highly recommend her!

I live in the neighborhood but had never been to Root because it seemed really upscale and I thought it would be way too expensive. I have been trying to grow my hair out for a year after having to chop it off because I over processed it. I needed a good hair cut that would get rid of the split ends and frizz but keep the healthy stuff, without taking off too much length. I went to see Annie and she was so kind and wonderful! Usually I hate going to those hair tubs and getting my hair washed while feeling like my neck is going to break in half… she made it super comfy and it felt like a massage when she was shampooing and conditioning, I literally almost fell asleep right then and there. The cut and blowout were amazing… I felt like I got $ 80 worth of service for $ 40. I really like my cut and I will be back to get a color with her next time. Treat yourself –you won’t be disappointed!

I have seen Sara here for several years. She does an amazing job of cutting my fine and curly hair.

My bridesmaids and I all had our hair and makeup done here for my wedding, and they truly did a fantastic job. Sarah and Bree made me look gorgeous, and the whole staff were great to work with and made the morning so fun. It was exactly the experience I wanted for my wedding day.

Overall this salon is ok. The vibe and the building is very cool. My friend and I went here on different days amd had different stylists so we compared both our experiences. On the day I went, I bought a picture along like I always do when I meet a new stylist. My stylist, Liz, examined the picture carefully and seemed like she was listening intently to what I wanted. I told her I love «choppy» layers. The haircut was NOTHING like I said or even showed her in the picture. Her idea of choppy layers was a single layer cut off around my head. The ends of that layer were fuzzy.
My friend had the same issue with her stylist not listening. She has very olive skin and her stylist tried to convince her she had a PINK tone to her face. She got a great cut and color however.
Overall, we both agreed the stylists were not attentive to what we needed.

First time to Root Salon today, and truly what a wonderful experience. Went in for a quick trim/​cut, Ginger was my stylist and I was in and out in 50 minutes. I walked out feeling and looking like a million bucks! She listened to what I wanted/​needed gave me some tips and executed. She made sure to talk about their products but not make me feel uncomfortable for not purchasing any at the time. The head massage was fantastic and the style was appropriate/​flattering. The location could not be more perfect, especially considering they have parking off to the side of the building. The salon itself was clean, sleek and organized. Go check it out, I think I may have found my Twin Cities salon!

A few months later and my hair is finally grown out to the length I originally asked it to be cut to. I also have been pretty consistently been wearing it pulled back because I realized I didn’t like the shape of the cut that Peter did.
For some reason, it is longer in the back and shorter in the front, which is an awful shape IMHO for any cut above the shoulders — especially between the shoulders and jawline. I asked for a bob, so I was expecting it to be shorter in the back than in the front. Wearing it down has looked a bit like a grandma cut (I am not a grandma). Now that it is down to about my shoulders again — which is where I wanted it – I’m almost ready to get it trimmed, but I will probably pick someone who is more experienced.
I didn’t mention this before, but Peter also burned my scalp with the dryer as he was spacing out while he was drying my hair. That had never happened to me before.

Lauren is hands down the most amazing stylist I have been to. She LISTENS to what I want and is always able to throw a few suggestions into the mix. I’ve been seeing here for years now, and we’ve been all over the board… Short, long, blonde, brown and now red! During all of these transitions she has taken the time to explain not only the maintenance, but also different styling tricks so I am able to replicate the looks when I go home (still working on my curling iron skills!)
I can honestly say I have LOVED every style/​color we’ve had so I would highly recommend her for any look. Her attention to detail and eye for style is hard to come by.
Also, she is hilarious! Just needed to add that.
The salon itself is a great space, friendly front desk, easy parking, and great location! Will absolutely be back!

Beautiful job with wedding updo’s!

Got my hair cut here in May with Erika. My hair was a mess, very short and I had been cutting it myself (not well). She not only fixed it but I was able to grow it out until today (4 months later) without ever thinking about getting out my scissors. It grew out with great waves and curls. Went in today and got it shaped and ready for fall. Erika is a genius, best haircut I’ve ever had and she is a sweetheart as well. Stylish atmosphere, good prices, off-​street parking.

DAWN DAWN DAWN I LOVE DAWN.
I get a bleach and tone + I don’t even know how many treatments she has to throw in my mess of a coif i keep so unkept.
I always walk out feeling like I need to go somewhere important and the price is extremely reasonable.
I always end up buying a product even though I never spend extra money on that kind of stuff– but after i see what it does to my hair i just have to have it.
Everyone is sweet and accommodating.
I’m also always a little bit late and they totally understand.
Don’t hesitate to see anyone here because they are ALL professional.

I just went to Root Salon for the first time after hearing wonderful reviews from my brother and sister-​in-​law. They referred me to Jess, who was absolutely fantastic.
I love my new cut, and will definitely be back! So excited that this great salon is right in my neighborhood!

Love kelly. Cut, color for over 5 years now. Long, short, dark, light. She is great. Friendly. Funny. I even brought my 9 year old to see her.
The salon is beautiful. Free parking. Yummy bakery next door for a treat. I went to Juut in grand for years till a friend turned me on to Root and kelly. You won’t be disappointed.

BLONDES, COME HERE AND SEE ANNIE!
I have been having my hair colored at many different salons for 12 years; always hopping from place to place trying to find a good colorist and I FINALLY found one! I like to have a very well-​blended, natural looking blonde and Annie does it perfectly!
I recommend getting a full highlight with color-​splash with her. I have had times at other salons where I can immediately see that the highlights are placed so far from the scalp that they look like they already need to be redone in a few weeks… I don’t know if that is just a scam so that you will come in again sooner or if the stylist is really just that unskilled, but with Annie I have never had that experience. They grow out smoothly and are placed very well.
I finally feel pretty and confident about my hair! I can’t recommend Annie enough!!!