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:)
Anne
Mar 2026
5 Stars All the Way Around: An'Lei has been cutting both my mom's and my hair for several years. Her cut is a short pixie and mine is long layers. He ALWAYS - Delivers an amazing cut - Is very efficient with our time (usual visit length including shampoo, cut, and styling is 30 mins) - Has great appointment availability - Is affordably priced - Is super careful and thoughtful with my 80+ year old mom in ensuring her safety As a bonus, parking is easy and there are tons of interesting restaurants nearby--perfect for a post salon lunch.
rae yu
Jul 2025
my mom and I come here for hair cuts and root perms. He always does a great job and we have been going to him ever since.
Angela Baek
Jun 2025
I’ve been going to An’lei for my hair color, and I’m so glad I found him. He really understands how to create tones that suit me—no red or brassy surprises, just beautiful, natural-looking color that lasts.
Recently, I also got a root perm to add volume, and he nailed it. The lift looks great and feels effortless. What makes An’lei stand out, though, is his holistic approach—he doesn’t just think about the haircut or color in isolation. With his background in fashion, he considers how your hair will complement your overall style, wardrobe, and personality.
He’s also incredibly kind and easy to talk to, with a fascinating life story that adds to the experience. I always leave feeling like I’ve been truly seen and taken care of—not just styled. Highly recommend!
SandY DaRInT
May 2025
She was very nice and kind. I asked for light layers and she did a good job. My baldy ass hair looks so much thicker, thank you omg. It sits so well here in the pic with my straight hair, I barely did any styling that day. I got the haircut, shampoo and styling for just 60 bucks. U get a first-time discount. She's legit
Michael Esguerra
May 2025
An'lei is the nicest guy you'll ever meet. Hi service is very hospitable and is a very undertsanding guy, ive seen him a few times most recently was for a root uplift and omg my hair looks amazing ! Its less flat and it added mroe volume. He even gave me a free gift of this hair spray to help style my hair. If you ever need a roop uplift or perm, this is the guy!
Michelle Hines
May 2025
An'lei is an incredibly talented professional who seems underpriced, honestly. He is detailed, careful to cut evenly and blend layers in multiple directions, and hair looked amazing even before any styling. Not to mention he is kind and very interesting (past career as a model in Japan, currently designs clothing he sends to Japan) and fun to talk to! I live in the District but will drive here for all future haircuts.
Ana Denise
Apr 2025
He fixed my hair after getting a poor cut somewhere else. Very professional and detailed.
Edit: After washing my hair and letting it fully dry I am able to see that my hair is significantly shorter than what I asked for. I asked for the cut to be evened out and that a MAX of 1 inch be cut to accomplish this; he cut 3-4 inches off my length.
I was charged $70 for this haircut (it does not include shampoo, or a blow out) and now my hair is too short to even wear in a side braid (I wear a side braid everyday).
He also used thinning shears all over my hair without asking if I wanted this beforehand. This created short strands that poke out when I try to braid my hair.
For $70 elsewhere you can likely get your hair both shampooed and cut the correct length. I can cannot recommend this stylist.
Marlene Lemro
Apr 2025
An’Lei is an excellent hair stylist. He styled my hair to fit my face frame. Took time to explain what he needed to do to correct my last cut. I asked about high lights but he recommended that I not get them because it wouldn’t enhance my hair. He didn’t push products. I’ll be making another appointment with An’Lei.
Vika Keats
Feb 2025
Fantastic customer service and even better hair skills! I've been here for a perm, cut, and color in different visits and every time I have left super happy. He is honest about what will look good/work well with your hair and face. Will come back so many times and I recommend to anyone. EXTREMELY REASONABLE PRICING AS WELL!!
Erica Joo
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:)
Anne
5 Stars All the Way Around:
An'Lei has been cutting both my mom's and my hair for several years. Her cut is a short pixie and mine is long layers. He ALWAYS
- Delivers an amazing cut
- Is very efficient with our time (usual visit length including shampoo, cut, and styling is 30 mins)
- Has great appointment availability
- Is affordably priced
- Is super careful and thoughtful with my 80+ year old mom in ensuring her safety
As a bonus, parking is easy and there are tons of interesting restaurants nearby--perfect for a post salon lunch.
rae yu
my mom and I come here for hair cuts and root perms. He always does a great job and we have been going to him ever since.
Angela Baek
I’ve been going to An’lei for my hair color, and I’m so glad I found him. He really understands how to create tones that suit me—no red or brassy surprises, just beautiful, natural-looking color that lasts.
Recently, I also got a root perm to add volume, and he nailed it. The lift looks great and feels effortless. What makes An’lei stand out, though, is his holistic approach—he doesn’t just think about the haircut or color in isolation. With his background in fashion, he considers how your hair will complement your overall style, wardrobe, and personality.
He’s also incredibly kind and easy to talk to, with a fascinating life story that adds to the experience. I always leave feeling like I’ve been truly seen and taken care of—not just styled. Highly recommend!
SandY DaRInT
She was very nice and kind. I asked for light layers and she did a good job. My baldy ass hair looks so much thicker, thank you omg. It sits so well here in the pic with my straight hair, I barely did any styling that day. I got the haircut, shampoo and styling for just 60 bucks. U get a first-time discount. She's legit
Michael Esguerra
An'lei is the nicest guy you'll ever meet. Hi service is very hospitable and is a very undertsanding guy, ive seen him a few times most recently was for a root uplift and omg my hair looks amazing ! Its less flat and it added mroe volume. He even gave me a free gift of this hair spray to help style my hair. If you ever need a roop uplift or perm, this is the guy!
Michelle Hines
An'lei is an incredibly talented professional who seems underpriced, honestly. He is detailed, careful to cut evenly and blend layers in multiple directions, and hair looked amazing even before any styling. Not to mention he is kind and very interesting (past career as a model in Japan, currently designs clothing he sends to Japan) and fun to talk to! I live in the District but will drive here for all future haircuts.
Ana Denise
He fixed my hair after getting a poor cut somewhere else. Very professional and detailed.
Edit: After washing my hair and letting it fully dry I am able to see that my hair is significantly shorter than what I asked for. I asked for the cut to be evened out and that a MAX of 1 inch be cut to accomplish this; he cut 3-4 inches off my length.
I was charged $70 for this haircut (it does not include shampoo, or a blow out) and now my hair is too short to even wear in a side braid (I wear a side braid everyday).
He also used thinning shears all over my hair without asking if I wanted this beforehand. This created short strands that poke out when I try to braid my hair.
For $70 elsewhere you can likely get your hair both shampooed and cut the correct length. I can cannot recommend this stylist.
Marlene Lemro
An’Lei is an excellent hair stylist. He styled my hair to fit my face frame. Took time to explain what he needed to do to correct my last cut. I asked about high lights but he recommended that I not get them because it wouldn’t enhance my hair. He didn’t push products. I’ll be making another appointment with An’Lei.
Vika Keats
Fantastic customer service and even better hair skills! I've been here for a perm, cut, and color in different visits and every time I have left super happy. He is honest about what will look good/work well with your hair and face. Will come back so many times and I recommend to anyone. EXTREMELY REASONABLE PRICING AS WELL!!