Duque Salon

I’ve gone here twice now and Crystal has done an amazing job turning what is usually a snarly super long mess into a chic and amazing haircut. I don’t get my hair cut enough and she knows exactly what to do.
The ambiance is great too!

I came here to get an eyelash extension fill since the lady I usually go to was out of town.
The girl who did my lashes was lovely and they scheduled me last minute. The studio is cute, clean, and offers a variety of flavored (mint, cucumber, etc) flavors. The lash bed was comfy.
But man, my extensions were awful… she left giant clumps of glue at the base of my lashes. I lied and said they were great as I left because i honestly didn’t want her to attempt to fix them. When I tried to open my eyes after the fill, so many parts of my eye were partially glued shut. It took us a good 10 minutes to fix all those parts. Finally, when we were done, some of my lashes that didn’t have any extensions on them still had glue on them. I went home and cleaned those off myself. In some portions, she glued 2 – 3 extensions on one of my lashes, and on some other parts, she glued a few of my lashes onto one extension. WTF. At a distance it looked OK, but upon a close examination it was awful and most of all, it was uncomfortable.
Another side note — any extension lounge I’ve gone to before has had lovely pads, sometimes with collagen or soothing lotions in them, that they place under your eye to separate your upper/​lower lashes while your eyes are closed. I’m fairly certain that this girl used masking tape of all things. I know it wasn’t surgical/​medical tape based on the color/​texture. Super uncomfortable, and potentially unsanitary.
When my lady came back into town, I rushed to her to get a fix and a fill. She was astounded at the horrible job as well .She explained that if someone glues a few of your natural lashes to one extension, then slowly as those lashes grow, it will tug on the base of all the other natural lashes that are glued to that extension, and essentially hurt and eventually pull that clump of natural lashes out. Not good. Luckily, she fixed them for me, but it’s safe to say I’m never coming back to Duque again for extensions…
EDIT: After reading other lash reviews for Duque, I can say that I did not have Lou as my esthetician.

I was with my girlfriend in Ballard one afternoon when she wanted to stop in some store/​boutique to look around. After entering, I assumed it was some salon.
I was about to tell my girl, I’ll be outside smoking, when an employee asked if she could help us with anything. Without thinking, I said yes. I need a haircut. She said OK.
I didn’t think they had someone who was able to cut men’s hair.
As a man with lesser hair then most men, I was a little concerned about getting some random haircut. I’ve been going to the same barber for last 4 years.
I was introduced to David and before I knew it I was explaining to him what what I needed in a haircut. He made a great first impression and I said screw it, go for it.
Needless to say it’s one of the best haircuts I’ve had in years. Much thanks to David! I’ll be seeing you soon!

David just moved from New York and is awesome! I could not be happier with my hair, he is amazing with balayage and hair in general. He really knows his stuff and listens to what YOU want. Get an appointment with him before he books up because he is the best!!!
Duque is a really cute salon with great ambiance, I couldn’t tell from the window how cute it is but once you walk in you will love it. Be sure to see David he is seriously so talented, passionate about his work and such a nice guy!

Still 5 stars! I have been back to Robert at least 6 times since May 2013 and he is CONSISTENT. What a dream! In fact, at the end of 2013, they couldn’t get me in before Christmas because, of course, I called too late to schedule an appointment. Giovanna called me on her personal cell phone to squeeze me in on the morning of Christmas Eve because she wasted to make me happy. I mean… Wow.
So, back to my amazing, consistent hair. I’ve only been back 6 times because Robert does such an excellent job, I end up letting my hair and roots grow out for months… Way too long. So when I’m back, I always ask him how he blends it so well and he tells me he consults his notes and has a plan for my hair based on how often I come in and the time of year (a little lighter in the summer fading into warmer darker tones for Fall) — and I have yet to be disappointed. I am so happy that I never have to worry! Is it expensive? I guess! But $ 200 for 3 hours of hair time and a blow out that looks exquisite and lasts for 6 days is worth it.
I get so many compliments on my hair — even on the worst hair days. I’m talking, people stop me on the street!
So, couldn’t be happier with Robert and Giovanna — they’re both kind and do great work! I recommend all my friends to go!

I’ve been to Duque three times over the last few months for eyebrow waxing. My first appointment was excellent. They have this secluded, quiet room upstairs that was very relaxing. The aesthetician was thorough, did not rush through the appointment and taught me how to color my brows with powder. I left a very happy camper! My second appointment went down hill quite a bit. They sat me upright in a hair salon chair and quickly sped through the process. I left semi-​unhappy as I had to go home and tweeze the smaller hairs she didn’t get (no light was used to verify work). I made a third appointment. This was last minute and I had accepted that the work would be completed haphazardly, because I had to jet out of town the next day and couldn’t get in elsewhere. When I arrived, the aesthetician guided me to raised platform in the WINDOW (picture mannequins on display, people!) where she proceeded to wax me in front of a sign that said «We fix bad brows!» in front of all of Ballard pedestrians to see! Also, I was wearing a dress with my lap facing the window while tilted back in a salon chair with nothing to ensure I wasn’t flashing my underpants at the entire neighborhood. I was MORTIFIED. Thank goodness I was only getting a brow wax. Goodness gracious! I will NOT be returning to Duque.

Not much one to write Unilocal reviews, but I love Duque and everyone there so I feel I must add my two cents to this salon.
Been going here to get my hair cut by Robert for about 9 years now. Every other place I’ve gone to in my life seem to traumatize my hair for the first week or two following a cut, but not here! Since the cuts are quality I can stretch out the time between cuts if I need to and not look like a total rats nest as a result.
I’ve also gotten the Japanese hair relaxer treatment twice now in 9 years. It’s worth every penny to me and I recommend it to anyone who may straighten their otherwise spastic frizzy and wavy hair. My hair routine in the morning is cut down by at least 20 minutes by this relaxer and on my hair it lasts almost a year (results will vary depending on your hair and how fast it grows out)!

I went in with two eyebrows that were similar and nice and full and left with not only two different shaped eyebrows but one that is just about missing. :-(She was nice enough but I asked only for a clean up of my brows but one of them is annihilated.

Had my appointment canceled twice on me now. Each had a month’s booking advance… :(

Robert nails the right color and cut — every time. Easy going, and relaxed I never feel rushed and he really cares about hairSTYLING. Good stuff.

I am not trusting of hair stylists. I’ve come away with purplish, copper or ash hair almost every time I have it colored. I’ve gone in for a trim and come out butchered with a short mullet. I had just lost all faith and confidence in salons. I hadn’t had my hair colored or styled for about 5 years and I was mostly happy with my hair as it was. BUT, my best friend’s husband created a fun «Girl’s Day Out» for the two of us and scheduled appointments for us to have our hair done at Duque Salon and then go to a ballet. We were unfamiliar with the area and we figured we would be a few minutes late due to bad GPS directions. I called the salon to let them know we’d be about 5 minutes late and the receptionist, Kat, was very friendly about the situation. However we were 26 minutes late and were pretty sure that we would not be seen. We did muster up the courage to walk into the salon and were treated very warmly. Giovanna took my friend back to have her hair done and Robert welcomed me, not making a big deal out of our being late, which was such a relief!
So I have long, brown, straight boring hair but I don’t realize how boring it is. I tell Robert that I’d like it darkened and cut. He shows me a color that he thinks will compliment my complexion and proceeds like Edward Scissorhands. He and Giovanna kept my girlfriend and I laughing the whole time we were there. It was a very comfortable atmosphere. At one point there was a misunderstanding about what our Groupon would cover and they agreed to «modify» the Groupon to also include our makeup being styled just so that we could have a nice experience on our way to the ballet. They never shamed us for our misunderstanding or for being late. When Robert was done with my hair I was thrilled. It’s been two months now and my hair has held it’s color. It’s still not coppery or ashy. It’s truly the color that he showed me it would be. I never thought of layers because they’d always made my hair look so much thinner and crappier that if it were just straight and all one length. Robert put some long layers in my hair and I feel so sexy and sophisticated now. I will only go to this salon for the rest of my days! Thanks Robert and Giovanna for making us feel amazing for our «Girl’s Day Out»! We are so grateful. XOXO

Lou at Duque is awesome. She was recommended to me by a friend for eye lash extensions. I am addicted to them now. My friend tried many other people before she found Lou and I am glad that I didn’t have to go to anyone else. She also does amazing facials and microderm abrasions. And the salon is gorgeous. They always have flavored waters and fun snacks. It’s a treat to go there. Amanda is great too. She always works with me to find a good appointment time.

Hands down the worst facial I’ve ever had. From the moment I made my appointment to the time I walked out of the salon, I was never impressed. I purchased a Livingsocial deal for a 30-​minute Shimmer Facial with Eyebrow and Lip wax. Even though some of the Unilocal reviews of this salon are quite positive, it’s not what I experienced.
To start, the women that I made the appointment with over the phone acted like talking to me and making the appointment was a huge inconvenience for her. I thought it was a little odd but chalked it up to maybe she was just having a bad day. Then when I had to call and reschedule, it sounded like the same lady and the same bad attitude that I talked to before, so I assume this might just be her overall normal demeanor. It was not pleasant nor did it really make me want to go in for the service.
Once I got to the salon, I thought the décor was nice and inviting but the woman who greeted me must have been the same one who makes the appointment over the phone… again same bad attitude. The esthetician started my service promptly at my appointment time and did the waxing first. The wax job was very poor and missed a lot so I ended up having to re-​tweeze them after I got home. She then started my facial and it consisted of a wash with soup and a Clarisonic (I could have just used mine at home for free) and then a very quick steam with a few extractions. After both services were done, I was out of the room 5 minutes early and had soap residue all over my neck and face where she didn’t completely wipe it all off. Basically, I got a glorified face wash, a few stray eyebrows waxed off and my skin was painfully dry.
Overall, I was very disappointed with the level of professionalism and quality of this salon and facial. Save your time and money and go somewhere else!

Just a word to the wise: I made an appointment here, and wasn’t notified of the cost. After reading some reviews, I realized it might be out of my budget, so I called to inquire. For a cut and partial highlight with Giovanna, it was $ 250!
I didn’t end up going to the salon, though the receptionist mentioned she could reschedule me with a cheaper stylist.

I was outside during one of their sidewalk sales (besides being a salon, they sell tons of cute style/​accessory items) and noticed a huge sign that said «We Fix Bad Brows». Well, I don’t think I had BAD brows, per se, but I was definitely in need of a new aesthetician, so I decided to check it out. What can I say? My brows have never looked better! I have recieved numerous compliments from friends and coworkers, and at only $ 18, its a great deal.
I would recommend Lou to anyone and everyone. I have pretty sensitive skin, and have broken out before after a wax, so she tailors my session based on my special requirements and there have been no issues.
I have never gotten a hair cut at the salon, but based on my positive experiences with Lou, and the positive reviews (since the salon redoux) I would expect a good outcome.

I got my haircut at this salon yesterday and am relieved that I have now finally found a salon that can cut hair and do it an amazing job. I typically get a haircut from a salon or barbershop and end up coming home with something my girlfriend always ends up fixing because it bothers her so much to look at that she does something about it. As a result she usually cuts my hair 75% of the time. But after my haircuts yesterday I have finally found a salon that cuts my hair perfectly!

They cut hair dry, which I feel is really important for me because my head is cursed with 7 cowlicks and so stylists always mess up my hair if they cut it wet. I had Robert cut my hair. And both my girlfriend and I agree this is the best haircut I’ve ever had. She likes it so much actually that is is now planning to ditch her current stylist to go get her haircut here.
The truly great hair cut aside, the salon is very clean and the ambiance is very soothing. I really like the music too, it was actually relaxing as opposed to the stuff they play at say Massage Envy that is glorified elevator music. Everyone here was courteous as well and it was super easy to book my appointment, which came with 2 email reminders, one when I booked the appointment and one the morning of – super convenient to make sure I didn’t forget about my appointment. All in all a great salon and will now be my go-​to for a haircut. So check this place out if your tired of wasting your money bouncing from salon to salon with a consistently sub-​par haircut. Thanks again guys!

Top Notch! Robert nailed the perfect cut and color for me — and I have never had that happen before. I am in job-​hunt phase and the way I feel about my cut and color — Robert Duque could very well have literally changed my life! I give Duque Salon a rating of A — NUMBER — 1 — Five enthusiastic stars!

I come here for waxing services! A long time ago there was a groupon or livingsocial deal for waxing here, and I gave it a try for a Brazilian. Super scary, right?! C’mon Ladies. Can I get a what what?
So I was super nervous for my first appointment. I mean, I’ve never had a stranger inspecting my lady parts so closely before. What can I say? I’m shy.
Lou is fabulous. She makes it as painless as probably possible. She is also really great at not making it awkward, which is relieving. She really does a great job!
I keep coming back. I recommend her for your waxing!

This is about the waxing service I’ve received from Lou. Like others have said, she is very sweet and makes the experience far less awkward than it can be if you’re going for any sort of bikini/​Brazilian wax. She uses a combo of regular wax with stripes and hard wax and she is very quick which is great.
The room that she uses is also very comfortable, soothing and very enjoyable to be in. Scheduling and re-​scheduling is very simple and easy to do. The pricing of the waxes are variable since sometimes you get a discount for scheduling your appointment earlier or if it is a maintenance wax. Sometimes, I just wish the price was set as opposed to constantly changing. I’ve paid between $ 50-​$ 70 depending on if it was a new wax or maintenance for a brazilian.

LOVE IT! There’s pretty much nothing better than a great haircut. Here’s some backstory…
I’m not a faithful customer. I get like 2 – 3 haircuts a year, sometimes I get a new stylist, sometimes I do it myself — I’m the worst customer when it comes to hair. Especially when it comes to my bangs… I know I shouldn’t, but I always cut them myself.
So about a year ago I met a lovely gal named Masumi. Sharing a number of mutual friends and a love for the same bar, I bumped into her a few times before I learned she was a stylist. And what really sold me was when I learned that she had been cutting our mutual friends’ hair. He has a kick ass, super stylish haircut and anyone that can master something so cool could probably cut anyone’s hair. It’s hard to describe but this friend’s haircuts are always so awesome.
We chat, we exchange numbers and I book an appt. She cut my hair and I loved it! And even though it’s so unlike me, she’s been cutting my hair ever since. And I don’t see myself going anywhere else. She’s even changed salons and is now at Duque in Ballard. So driving out to Ballard I was excited to get a new cut and check out a new salon. The space is adorable and spotless and the service was great. I loved the products, I chatted with some other employees and overall it was a really casual and warm environment. A totally great place for men or women to get their hair done. So glad Masumi is here! The drive to Ballard is totally worth it.