Studio H2O Salon

I work for an airline and had recently transferred to the Salt Lake area. I've heard great reviews of Studio H2O Salon by associates so I thought I'd give them a try. Pros: Haircut of course plus the customer service Cons: don't have one more

I've been with this salon for over three years now, ever since I moved to Salt Lake City. I have had consistently excellent results with one minor exception - once I didn't like how dark my low-lights are so I had to get them redone. Easy fix. They keep records on your visit so they can match your colour (nothing new, I know) and they know who your regular stylist are. I once needed an emergency cut (are you seeing a pattern here?) and they fit me in the same day. The price is about average for a salon of this caliber and when you're paying $150 for cut and highlights you want to be sure you're going to have no mistakes. When I was blonde, I had people telling me that it looked natural and they didn't realize it was highlighted until I told them. Cuts are reasonable at about $45-65 depending on the stylist you get. The atmosphere is always bright and pleasant: the people are kind and helpful; they'll talk if you want to talk or say nothing if you just want to read a magezine; they'll make you feel like a star and give you want you want with a touch of what you need. Pros: spacious, downtown more

I heard a lot of good things about this salon so I went there to get a haircut. First of all, I felt that $35 for a man's hair cut was too expensive and I was so disappointed with the way my stylist handled my hair. I showed her my old picture, kind of style that I wanted and as far as my experience goes, most hairstylists get an idea what the customer wants when they see the picture. This girl, however, did not have any idea of what she was doing even though she kept looking at the picture. She rarely talked to me when she was cutting my hair but the real problem was that she kept cutting and cutting until my hair became too short for styling. Most stylists that I met (I've been to hairshops in England, New York, Korea, Spain and France) usually ask the customers whether they are satisfied with the look or not satisfied but this girl never asked me such question but kept going until the point where she could not handle my hair anymore. At the end I was so terrified that did not even know what to do with my hair. Hairstylists could make some mistakes but when you go to a hairshop that costs $35 for a man's haircut you expect kind of haircut that you exactly wanted and worth the price. But unlike my expectation, I got the worst haircut I've ever had since I was in middle school and I am gonna have to wear a cap everytime I go out. I would never ever go back to H2o and recommend other guys looking for stylish haircut to pick another place. Pros: Huge salon Cons: Price and the quality of service more

It's nice to go to a salon and not be inundated with white walls with pictures of women's hands. Hands with extremely long nails. Or badly handwritten posterboards with the price of a paraffin wax. The decor in here alone, in my opinion, is reason enough to go. Every time I go anywhere else I always wonder why. I have never walked out of here disappointed. Granted, I get your basic mani/pedi and a once-in-a-while eyebrow wax. Oh, oh, wait, the eyebrow wax! How could I have forgotten? I got my eyebrows waxed and, I swear, it took about 4 weeks before I needed another. All in all, it's a very nice place. Oh, and they never lie if it's a long wait. They'll tell you if it's going to be a while so you can go shopping while you wait. I appreciate that. Pros: Easy to get in more

Two coworkers and I went to get manicures before a tradeshow. Mine was particularly bad, dark color with poor coverage, no cuticle work, polish job looks like a teenager experimented on my nails. Our nails didn't even dry despite sitting for a long time under the UV dryer. My coworkers' nails were cut too short and crooked. Just overall a bad experience. Will not be back and will be certain to let others know of the poor service. Cons: Poor attention to detail more

It's taken me years, but I think I've finally found my person in Utah, and her name is Lien! After reading some great reviews about Studio H2o, I took advantage of the Citysearch discount and scheduled an appointment. I was lucky enough to be able to go on a weekday so I only had to book a couple of days in advance, but I'm sure weekends require more time to book an appointment. I showed up early to my appointment and planned on hanging out in the nice waiting area with a nice bottle of water to wait. They also have coffee and soda's. How fun is that? I also had fun browsing their extensive Bumble and Kerastase; Bumble product offerings. To my surprise, Lien came out right away to welcome me, even though I was 20 minutes early! She was friendly and sweet from the first moment I met her. I liked how she was really straightforward with me. I just mumbled some apologies about my overly long and super unhealthy hair, and she took control right away, saying that she was going to get rid of my dead ends, fix my layers and make my overall look lighter. Basically, she read my mind! Then it was on to one of the best shampoos ever. I just wish they could last longer...why can't every haircut come with a 30 minute shampoo? I really appreciated the head massage as well...I had a pounding headache that day so it was much-needed. The haircut was a super enjoyable experience, thanks in large part to Lien's great conversational skills. She's friendly and engaging but you know she's paying attention to what she's doing also. After all was said and done, I was left with a great haircut that really made me feel lighter. So many times with long hair, it's hard to even tell when you've gotten a cut, but Lien's made some great improvements. I'm so glad I found a downtown spot that is so wonderful! Pros: modern open salon more

I'm not a salon type of girl. In fact, I hate getting my hair done. Having to sit there for two hours (I have a lot of hair), participating in the inane banter with my stylist who is annoyingly way cooler than me. One might say I had serious commitment issues when it came to stylists. I would stick with them for a couple months then leave them for someone new. My search has ended! I can't find enough good things to say about Tuan. He's personable and always gives his suggestions and he never scolds me when I let my hair grow out for WAY too long a time. Though this salon is about five minutes from where I live I would still give it my business regardless, it's friendly and unpretentious and Tuans' the best! Pros: Everything! more

I've have been coming here since they've open. All the stylist get continuing educations in various cities like L.A. and New York. I always get lots of compliments after leaving here. Everyone I've recommended loves it! Good job guys!! Pros: freindly, clean, and professional more

I have been visiting this salon for a couple of years now for nails only, but have not had time to get my hair done there (I live in Wyoming). I did have the time last week though, and was surprised when I was able to get an appointment for the date and time I requested with just two days notice. In addition, I called the day before the appointment and was able to have the time moved to earlier in the day. I didn't request a stylist, because I didn't know any of them, but ended up having Thida, who owns the salon along with her husband. I can honestly say this was one of the most pleasant salon experiences that I have had in a very long time. Thida not only listened to what I wanted, but also made some great suggestions with the color that I wanted, and very good suggestions for my cut. She was great to talk with, worked super fast on my long and thick hair, and not only told me what she was doing each step of the way, but asked my permission before just assuming what I'd want. The result I got was a terrific style-three shades of brown perfectly weaved, and a beautiful cut. The price was already great, but I mentioned CitySearch and received $10 off my service. I love my hair and thanks to Salon H2O, I have a great place to get my nails and hair done when I am in town. Thida, thanks again for the great service! Jana Ditton, Pinedale, WY. Pros: Very flexible, great prices, good at listening to customer! more

I just love coming here. Everyone is so friendly and nice. I get my hair done by Lien or Thida depending on who has availiblity. It's worth the drive for me to get exactly what I want. Pros: Talented and friendly staff more

I have had my hair cut in Las Vegas, LA, and some the finest salons in Utah, never have I seen the skills and prefection that I did when I had Krista at H2O Salon cut my hair . I recently switched to H2O and have brought 4 other people with me after they have seen my results. If your tried of looking like everyone else in Utah and want the most up todate styles then give this salon a try. more

Parking is terrible: enter into the abyss by driving into a maze that looks to be designed by architects that were smoking something. Absolutely impossible to figure out where you are vs where you want to be, which wouldn't be so bad if the mall was a vertical one, but this sucka is two loooong city blocks, so if you choose poorly, you'll be walking a mile to shop. It took me at least 1 hour to finally find the salon which sits all the way at the end of the mall. I checked in and was left sitting in the waiting area for another 1/2 hour while the receptionist sitting at the desk chit chatting away. I left the salon walked another long block to my car and still unable to find my car in this crazy maze. Be sure to get a clue as to where you parked because you'll NEVER find your car again unless you take pains to write down where your car is. This is the most inconvenience experience ever! Pros: Nothing Cons: Everything is A Pain Here! more

Tuan is the best in the business. I would highly recommend this talented stylist. He takes the necessary time for each and every one of his customers. He has excellent suggestions for a style that works for you based on what your hair texture, length, and preferences are. I wouldn't go to any one else. I would encourage any one that has had a challenging experience in the past, to talk with Tuan about it and he will personally see that the issue gets resolved. Pros: personal service more

I came here for my nails, the gal who worked on me doesn't speak a word to me. I sat there 1/1/2 hours with this non-verbal conversationalist. I called in for a Gel Set and I specific asked if they perform Gels nails. The receptionist answered we do! I got there sat through half a day and they gave me acrylics which I am allergic to and when I asked her about my Gel she me quickly puts a gel top coat over my nails and charged me an extra $5. I heard they were good but I didn't know they are so outdated. They don't do anything but acrylics then then they give you this story about the acrylics was gel. Gel doesn't look artificial. I had an allergy reaction the minute I left the salon. I had to soak off my own nails. This place sucks! Pros: Huge salon Cons: So Outdated more

I can't wait to try this salon. I've heard fabulous ratings and reviews only. I love knowing it's a pretty chic salon and hairdressers are all on top of the latest hair styles. Pros: Heard only great things more

Wow! is all I could say. I had the best pedicure done by Jenny. She really took her time and did an awesome job on the flowers she painted on my toes. I love this place! They even offered me a beverage while I was getting the pedicure. The salon is cleaner than all the other salons I've been to for nails. I'm definetly coming back. I need to try their hairstylist as well. Everyone that walks out looks amazing. more

All I have to say is about this place is? FABULOUS! I must thank Lien for her spectacular service. She really knows what she doing. That day I had a date with my girlfriend and I wanted to look good. I know I needed a trim so one of my friend suggest going to this salon. I really didn?t want to go but hey you got to look the best if you?re going out. When I walked into the salon, it had a friendly atmosphere and everyone seems like they were enjoying themselves. Lien came up to me and kindly as if I needed a trim and then she sat me down. I just wanted a simple trim but she took what I called style to a whole new meaning. She even gave me great tips on how to style my hair that I never even knew about. When I walk out of the salon and to the theatre, my girlfriend was speechless. She loved my new haircut and I was feeling really good about myself. I have never been in a place like H20 Salon before and I will never go to another salon ever again. more

I had been going to Landis for a few months and had been getting good haircuts there, though nothing to write home (or Citysearch) about. I loved that Landis was an Aveda salon and thought I'd never pay $40 for a haircut at any salon that wasn't Aveda. I'm a cheapskate and always cringed at the price of a ""real"" haircut, but the luxury of Aveda products always made it seem worth it, even when the stylists were less than inspired. Then I made an appointment at Landis for a much-needed haircut the night before I was going to be filmed for a TV show. I arrived on time for my appointment and long story short, the front desk staff forgot I was there, cancelled my appointment, sent the stylist home while I was sitting there, and told me I was out of luck. No ""please accept our abject apology"" or ""next haircut's on the house"" -- just ""oops"" and ""bye-bye."" It was a Saturday evening and I frantically called my brother and asked him to look online for any salons that were still open in SLC at that hour. The only one was Salon H2O, so that's where I ended up, praying I""d get at least a decent haircut. The only stylist available was the quiet Krista. I explained to her desperately that I was going to be filmed the next day and just needed my fine, straight hair to look good. Soft layers, hopefully something with a little more movement to it, nothing weird. Told her I always let my hair air-dry and hate having to do much with it, and hoped she could come up with something that would work well for me and my lifestyle but also look good on camera. She was meticulous in cutting, not much of a conversationalist, took her time. Like all stylists she insisted on blowdrying it (even though I rarely like my hair blowdried). The cut didn't look spectacular to me when I walked out of the salon, and it didn't have that wonderful Aveda smell, but when I washed and air-dried it later that night it was the best cut I'd ever had. Created a hint of wave, swept back across my forehead perfectly. First haircut I've had where I like my hair almost every day. So there was my dilemma -- what do I want the most? The luxurious smell and look of an Aveda salon or The Perfect Haircut in a less-than-fabulous-looking salon with not-so-great styling products? So far I've settled on The Perfect Haircut. I can always use Aveda at home. Pros: Walk out with a great haircut Cons: Decor is chilly and not very inviting, chemical smell more

This could be a great salon depending on who service you. I've heard great reviews by friends about this salon. So I gave it a try. Unfortunately, I was out of luck each time I was there. The first time I was there I was serviced by the small asian lady Wendy who took 20 minutes the most on my pedicure. She doesn't listen to what I was asking her to do for me but instead keep trying to sell me upservices. Finally, I gave up and sat through my 20 minutes . Pros: Spacious Salon Cons: Staff more

This is one of the best salons I have been in! The employees were so friendly and very knowledgable. Excellent skills. I just received the best haircut I have ever had in my life. In the past they have had great reviews for hair and not the best for nails. The current owner bought out his partner's half and is now in charge of the nail section as well. They have a new lady who is excellent and is now training the other nail employees. Give it another chance! Wonderful! I can't say enough good things! Pros: Excellent Service, Very Friendly, Wonderful Cuts more