About Dean of Shadyside Salon
Dean of Shadyside Salon is a well-regarded hair salon in Pittsburgh, known for its skilled and friendly staff. Many clients have praised Ariel for her exceptional haircuts and highlights, often traveling back to the area just to have her work on their hair. The salon is recognized for its personalized service, as stylists like Gabe take the time to understand clients' needs, providing valuable advice on hair care and styling techniques. Customers appreciate the attention to detail and the knowledge shared during their appointments, often leaving with a better understanding of how to maintain their hairstyles. While the salon's interior may appear a bit outdated, the quality of the haircuts and the pleasant experiences make it a popular choice. One notable concern is the tipping system, which some clients find inconvenient, as it requires separate transactions outside of the salon's payment process. Overall, Dean of Shadyside Salon offers a welcoming environment and excellent hair services that keep clients coming back.
I went to Ariel for volume extensions. I have extremely thin hair and was nervous how they would turn out and if they would be noticeable. Ariel did and amazing job and I got exactly what I was looking for. I highly recommend for anyone looking to get extensions!!!
I have been seeing Ariel almost as long as she's been working at Dean's (many years now, more than 5?). I have since moved out of state and still make sure to make a point to have Ariel do my cut and bang highlights (brown to blonde/platinum silver) whenever I know I'm coming back to Pgh. I have not found her combo of quality of knowledge, personality, and blending abilities in both cut and color anywhere else! She's the best and the staff is always nice. I come out feeling like myself again!
I hadn't cut or styled my hair in five years and knew nothing about haircare, and everyone was happy to answer all my questions and inquiries. I came in not even knowing what I wanted done to my hair and left with an understanding of how to cut, care for, and style my hair in accordance with my hair goals.Despite me having no idea what haircut or style I wanted, my stylist, Gabe, was able to assess my nebulous wants to come up with a cut and style for me. He also explained how my hair care routine has impacted my hair in relation to my hair goals, and he was able to redirect me towards techniques that would get me closer to my hair goals. Gabe explained every step of...read full review