Since moving to the city several years ago, I had been cutting and coloring my own hair in my bathroom. I wasn't bad at it, but I wasn't good at it either. So, I decided to spring for a professional. A neighbor of mine suggested HotMess, so I made an appointment.\r
When I arrived, I was greeted warmly, and paired up with Ken. He took the time to ask me where/how I have been getting my hair done, and what sort of cut/color I was looking for. He asked questions, made suggestions of his own, and took the time to explain what he was going to do before he did it. He was able to decipher my vague description (""I dont know, something sorta red, some sort of layer cut, nothing to hard to handle, nothing to bright or dark, maybe some highlights?"") into a gorgeous style. What was once limp and lifeless is now layered and lovely. What was once an average color is now beautiful. \r
I used to think that paying for a stylist to do I was perfectly capable of doing was a waste of money. An unnecessary expense. Now I can't remember why I wanted to do my own hair. \r
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I will return to Ken when it is time, and I will point my friends in his direction as well.\r
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Many thanks to Ken!!
Pros: easy parking, knowledgeable and friendly staff
Cons: a bit far from my neighborhood, but still worth the time and effort
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