Headmaster

Greatest place to get a haircut. Super nice people who work there, we especially love Jessica!!!

The real test of a stylist is how the haircut grows out. And by that measure, this salon’s owner Darren is a Jedi warrior of hair. He gave me an American Balayage, which is like an ombré on steroids, in March at his precious salon location in Clintonville. The color grew out so beautifully and naturally that I didn’t get my hair re-​colored until December 1. And I only got two haircuts in those nine months because the haircut, too, grew out so nicely. I’m a graduate student, and Darren is always mindful of my budget. But because his haircuts last so darn long, I can afford to get fancier color.
Also, I thought Darren was exaggerating when he said that a Brazilian Blowout would change my life. I have really frizzy hair, so a promise of «no frizz, and you’ll roll out of bed every morning looking like you walked out of a salon» sounded impossible. But omg, it has seriously improved my life. No frizz, not even after CrossFit workouts in the summer humidity. I roll out of bed looking like I just had my hair done, and I have no split ends. It’s ah-​maze-​ing.
Darren is also a real sweetie, always fun to talk to and fun to watch while he’s working. He works at the quick, efficient clip of someone who really knows their craft. He’s the best!

Jessee did a wash and trim for me and it was worth the very reasonable price. He did a fantastic job talking me through details about what my hair was like and what he envisioned for it. I also really appreciated him giving me styling tips without pushing services or products on me. My new go-​to place for my hair in the neighborhood!

There is no way to go wrong with these Headmasters guiding you!
I met Jessee at Aveda and have been following him around the city ever since! He is a whiz with color, especially — he is able to a) add high/​low lights to my hair that blend perfectly (and keep without obvious regrowth!) and b) keep my red base color from coming out. He also has an eye for showcasing color through cut and style — my hair looks great up or down, highly coiffed or up in a ponytail. (At a recent wedding style & makeup the stylist COULD NOT STOP saying, «Your hair is so pretty! The color is beautiful… I love your hair!») –That is coming from a fellow hair designer, mind.
I know I’m saving time, money AND beauty stress with Jessee. He listens to his clients and works to make and shape their personal vision into reality. Come in for an appointment, have a relaxing experience, and leave feeling beautiful. What more can a woman ask for?
The salon itself is bright and modern, with comfortable shampoo sinks and chairs. Plenty of parking along Whittier and along the #7 bus route.

Darren is a genius and a true artist. You walk out feeling great about yourself.
He has moved into his own shop and brought a couple friends with him. The shop is open and fresh, bright and airy, sleek and modern.