About Akeem Hair

Akeem Hair is a renowned hair salon in New York, known for its exceptional services and skilled professionals. Over the past six years, the business has earned a loyal clientele who praise the salon's talent and dedication to its craft. The salon's expertise extends to color, cut, balayage, and insightful consultations, delivered with professionalism and care. Clients have consistently described their experiences as "fun and luxurious," highlighting the salon's ability to create personalized, high-quality results that exceed expectations. With a reputation for being the best among many New Yorkers, the salon's artistry and attention to detail have made it a trusted and highly recommended choice. Akeem, the salon's skilled professional, is described as an artist who performs "magic" on clients' hair. He is praised for his exceptional balayage work, which results in vibrant and long-lasting color. Clients have also highlighted Akeem's talent for cutting hair, leaving it looking "super natural and layered" even months after the cut. The salon's environment, described as a "super zen" Alchemy studio, adds to the overall relaxing and calming experience.

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  • May 2026

    I had such an incredible experience with Akeem. I came in with hair that had multiple layers of old color and uneven highlights, and I honestly wasn’t sure how much could be fixed in one appointment. Akeem took his time, really understood what my hair needed, and approached everything with so much care and precision.

    What stood out most was his patience.. he didn’t rush a single step and was completely focused on getting the result just right. The way he corrected the color and blended everything together looks so natural and seamless. And the highlights he gave me are, without question, the BEST I’ve ever had. They add depth, dimension, and a brightness...read full review

  • Jan 2026

    Akeem is truly one of the best hair stylists I’ve ever had and that’s saying a lot after years of getting my hair done across Asia and the U.S. He has an incredible eye for trendy styles and detail, listens deeply, and understands how hair should move, frame the face, and still feel like you. He’s also extremely personable, which makes the entire experience feel easy and comfortable.

    What sets Akeem apart isn’t just his technical skill, but his intuition and care. Every cut feels thoughtful and tailored. I left feeling confident, refreshed, and more like myself.

    If you’re looking for someone who genuinely respects your hair and elevates it in a...read full review

  • Nov 2025

    Akeem took his time to understand my style preferences while sharing his expertise. The result was a phenomenal bob with new color that made me feel confident, pulled together and fresh!! Perfection. Thank you so much.

Hours

Monday: ClosedTuesday: 10AM - 7PM
Wednesday: 10AM - 7PM
Thursday: ClosedFriday: 10AM - 7PM
Saturday: 10AM - 7PM
Sunday: Closed

Location

119 W 23rd St #710, New York

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