About An'lei Hair Salon
An'lei Hair Salon is a charming and attentive salon with a dedicated owner who takes the time to understand each client's needs. The salon offers personalized service, with the owner providing expert advice on how to care for one's hair and making genuine recommendations for products. Clients appreciate the attention to detail and the salon's ability to accommodate a range of hair types and styles, including those with thinning hair. The salon is conveniently located and offers reasonable prices, with appointments available with ease. Overall, An'lei Hair Salon is a highly recommended spot for those seeking a personalized and enjoyable hair care experience. The owner is known for being very kind and understanding, making clients feel truly seen and cared for. Recent visits include excellent work on hair color, creating natural-looking tones that last, and adding volume with root lifts and perms. Clients also value the holistic approach, considering how hair complements overall style, wardrobe, and personality. The salon frequently offers first-time discounts and even provides small gifts like hair spray to help with styling. An'lei Hair Salon is a great choice for anyone needing a good haircut, color, or volume boost in a friendly environment.
I stopped by this salon while passing through Annandale for a day, and I’m so glad I did. I was lucky enough to squeeze in between appointments, and the results were incredible. The stylist has a real eye for design and style—the haircut was top-notch, and the salon’s decor, which I heard they did themselves, made me feel like I was abroad. I learned that the stylist spent a long time working in Japan, and it really shows in their technique and attention to detail. Highly recommended!
I've been getting my haircut with An Lei for over a year and I honestly trust him completely with my hair. I usually bring in reference photos, and he somehow always knows how to adapt the cut so it actually works for my face shape, hair, and overall vibe instead of just copying the picture exactly. Every haircut feels really personalized, and I always leave feeling more like myself but elevated.
He’s also incredibly warm and kind, which makes the whole experience really comfortable. And somehow he’s fast without it ever feeling rushed - shampoo, cut, and styling usually takes around 30–40 minutes total.
On top of that, I think the pricing...read full review
I moved here from Chicago, and I’m very careful with who cuts my hair due to a bad hair experience from 2nd grade. I did a lot of research in the DMV area, and I decided to go with An’lei and have gone back ever since! He is so sweet and thorough with your questions and preferences. I showed him several photos of what I wanted and got exactly that! Highly recommend him to anyone who’s new in the area:)