Salon Central — Local services in North Bethesda

I've been to Salon Central twice, and yesterday - my second visit - sealed it as my new go-to salon.

After bouncing around different salons in the area for years, I left happier than I ever have after my afternoon appointment with Jay.

First of all, they were able to squeeze me in three hours after I called, which is my own fault for deciding last-minute I needed a haircut before a wedding this upcoming weekend. Second, Jay spent a solid 5 minutes looking at my hair and explaining what the current situation was, and the direction she thought I should go. Third, the best shampoo/head massage OF ALL TIME. And last, Jay did not push any products on me - she actually insisted I use up what I had at home first - but let me know what she thought would work best for my hair. I will definitely be stopping by the salon in the future to pick up products when my run out!

Most importantly, I left with a fantastic haircut. Seriously, my oblivious male roommate noticed and complimented me as soon as I walked in the door, which hasn't happened in MANY haircuts. If that isn't the barometer for an upgrade, I don't know what is.

Sugar on top: Everyone who works at the salon is insanely nice and personable. You'll leave wanting them all to be your...

Kayla is just great! ... I’ll start by saying that I’ve recommended Kayla to several of my friends. I look forward to seeing her every three weeks as much for the visit, as my haircut. Kayla has been cutting my hair for about 4 years. Previously, I moved around from stylist to stylist over several years before finding her. She by far has given me the most consistent haircut. You know your stylist is a keeper when your friends routinely compliment your haircut. Kayla takes her time, pays attention to the details of my hair growth issues, and I always walk out feeling great. She has advised me on various changes to my look that I have liked. She is highly competent and her skills have impressed me. Kayla has shepherded me through one coloring and has finally convinced me to embrace my graying hair, boosting my confidence with it. Kayla also accommodates my changing schedule without hesitation. She is smart, attentive, a good listener, a great conversationalist, and just a...

I’ve been going to Salon Central for at least 3 years now and have always been pleased with the modern environment and professionalism and friendliness of all of the staff. My personal hair stylist Marcus is the main reason I have absolutely fallen in love with Salon Central. Marcus has been doing my hair since I’ve been a patron at the salon and is a true gem! Being an African-American woman, it can be a challenge to find a stylist who is interested in maintaining AND improving the health of my hair, while staying on top of current hair trends, AND doing so in a timely fashion. However, I have found all of that in Marcus! I can be very picky when it comes to the styling of my hair and Marcus has ALWAYS been accommodating - especially if there is a strand out of place or if I want to change my hair style all together. I would highly recommend Marcus and Salon Central – not just for African American women but to anyone who is seeking a...