Harumi Hair

I had high hopes for this place after reading the overwhelmingly positive reviews on Unilocal.I chose to ignore the few negative reviews which I deeply regret now. Two other reviewers had mentioned a horrid two layered/​staircase haircut given by Harumi. Unfortunately, I too received this same hairstyle. I had pulled up a picture taken by another Unilocaler that Harumi had cut for her and I had requested for the same cut. She looked at it for a split second but I was not worried because I thought, if she had given the same haircut before how hard is it to replicate? I was very wrong.
About ten minutes was dedicated to the washing my hair. Twenty minutes was dedicated to actually cutting my hair. And get this: thirty minutes was spent blow drying and straightening my hair. I have never gotten a haircut where half the time was allotted to straightening what seemed like the same strand over and over! After she was done straightening my hair I used the handheld mirror to check the back of my hair. I was speechless! The hair was cut into a literal staircase! There was the top layer and two inches below that was the bottom layer! I kept thinking shit oh shit! I have no idea how she thought it was acceptable to cut my hair this way without any sort of transition layers in between. She tried to rush me off the chair because another customer had arrived. I spoke up and we agreed that I would come back in a hour and she would recut it.
I came back a hour later and this time she was friendlier. Again, she spent about another ten minutes straightening my hair. I have frizzy Asian hair but it was still straight from a hour ago, perhaps she thought that by continuously straightening it I wouldn’t notice the poor haircutting techniques? She cut off some more hair so that instead of a straight two layered cut I had a choppier two layered cut. As I type this review my hair is still in this atrocious «staircase» haircut. It is less noticeable than the first haircut, but the top layer is still two inches shorter than the bottom layer. I will have to wait to grow it out before I get another haircut.
I write this review in hopes of warning other fellow Unilocalers to proceed with caution at this hair salon. I ignored the other two Unilocalers who had a two layered/​staircase haircut and if you read the other reviews, know that this will be third Unilocaler who has also gotten this same horrific haircut.
I really wish that this was a positive review. The salon itself was very cute, and quaint. Furthermore, Harumi is a solo hair stylist, that aside, when you go get a haircut, what matters the most is the haircut itself. Unfortunately, Harumi Salon failed to deliver.

I first found out about Harumi from a Groupon special which gave me Two cut, condition and blow out for only $ 69.00 which was a bargain. I bought the special on March 2^nd and called for an appointment which I got right away for a Friday night 3/​11/​6pm the very next week. Harumi was wonderful and sweet. She is a real professional who spoke with me about what I wanted to achieve with my hair before she did anything and I appreciated that. The deep conditioning treatment that she gave me left my hair soft and shiny. The cut that I received was amazing and exactly what I was looking for. The blow out was nice, no pulling, no burning me with a super hot blow dryer like some people (not naming names) do. I felt as amazing as I looked once Harumi was done with her magic taming my unruly hair. Before I left, I booked another set of appointments since I like getting my hair done at least once a week by a professional. The following week, I had a family emergency and had to cancel my appointment and Harumi was super sweet about that. I have since gone back for just a blow out and I was super happy with that job also. Harumi is my go to place now. It is conveniently located and private which I appreciate so much. Harumi see’s people by appointment only so make sure you call and speak to her directly. You will not be disappointed! The trick to getting into the building is by pressing her number which is 503 and press the green button immediately after. The same goes for the elevator which I found out the hard way, lol… Now lets talk about the space itself. Its in an industrial building like a loft and she shares the space with another person but it is clean, simple, spacious and very nice. I actually really like the space and that is a big plus for me since I am big on things that make me feel special. I have an appointment in a two weeks for a color touch up and I will update this review. Give Harumi a try you will Love it!

She did an amazing job!!! I have really long hair and usually get the same hair cut each time I go to a salon. But I told Harumi I wanted something different (short) but still keep my layered locks, and she did the perfect job in giving me that balance. Her cuts were thorough and she was very attentive throughout. It was my first time and I definitely recommend Harumi!

My daughter and I had Groupons for Haircut, Conditioning Treatment and Blowout. So happy we found this place. Harumi is very professional. I was getting a single process color in addition to the cut. We discussed what I was looking for and then she put my color on. She then talked with my daughter and determined exactly what she was looking for and proceeded to give her one of the best haircuts and styles she has ever received. Harumi then went over with me what I was looking for and again provided the exact haircut I was looking for. My daughter and I both agreed that we had found our new hairstylist. Her regular prices are very reasonable too.

The worst hair I had ever had. Can’t wait to find another hair salon to fix it.
I showed to her several photos but it seems she didn’t even look at them, because the final result is totally the opposite and ugly!!! regret to follow the hype here.

I wish I could leave a great review for Harumi because she was very enthusiastic, friendly and sweet, but I’m sad to say the cut just wasn’t great. I had brought a few photos with me for a long multi-​layered style and I ended up with sort of a 2-​layer cut and about 3 – 4 inches lopped off.
I think we also had some communications issues as I mentioned a couple of times that I didn’t want the ends to be straight, but she must have interpreted the opposite. I couldn’t tell when I walked out because she’s waved/​curled the ends of my hair, but the next morning after a wash and dry, I was disappointed to see that you can basically line up my hair to a ruler.
I’m at a point where I can’t really get it fixed without having another inch or two cut off, so I’m just going to grow it out and get it restyled. :(
On the plus side, the scheduling process and quick and easy. I also didn’t have to wait long for my appointment to being. + the conditioning deep leave my hair soft and silky.

The great reviews for Harumi inspired me to take a gamble on a groupon for a deep conditioning, haircut, and blowout today. To get in, it was a little confusing. Dial 503 + green button, at the entrance AND at the elevator!
When I got to Harumi, I was surprised that it was a very simple and clean salon. I was the only patron at 9am on a Wednesday, and the privacy made the experience much more intimate and special. I trusted her for her advice on what to do with my unruly wavy/curly/who-am-i-kidding-it’s-frizzy hair, and I’m so glad I did. An hour and a half later, my hair was transformed into sleek and polished ‘do. If you guys are fans of the conditioning, definitely purchase the 4pack at-​home treatments afterward! They’re cheaper from her than anything you’d find online, and it definitely lengthens the effect of the conditioning treatment. Only regret was not purchasing the 2 pack groupon instead of just the one.

I am jumping on the bandwagon of rave reviews of Harumi! After reading previous reviews, I decided to purchase the groupon voucher. I texted Harumi to book an appointment and she was very efficient in getting back to me. The salon is very cute and quaint. I showed a picture of what I wanted and Harumi went to work. She was very detailed and I could tell she wanted to give a good quality cut. After she finished, I asked if she could cut a little more. My previous stylist would have told me it wouldn’t look good and refuse to cut more. Harumi was different in that she would cut off more and make it work! I am beyond satisfied with her work and will be buying another groupon to go back to her.

What can I say, she’s got a way with hair.
(I purchased a Groupon for 2 wash/​deep condition/​cut/​blowdry/​style for $ 69.) I came in on a Friday night at 7:00 and left a round 8:15/8:30, so I knew this wasn’t a rushed job for her unlike some other places where they have you in and out of the chair in less than 30. Egh.
I came in with pretty damaged ends from my third round of bleaching (but she asked me where I got my color done, so sweet!), and wanted ONLY an inch or two off. I had super long, waist length hair and I wanted to keep it that way. I’ve had too many hairdressers in the past who would hear «1 – 2 inches» and proceed to cut off 4, so I was very nervous.
However, Harumi is an angel. She sat me down for five minutes asking in extreme depth, what kind of cut/​style I exactly wanted. What a breath of fresh air. I asked for layers? She asked long or short. How much of an angle. How about the back. «I’m going to cut *this* much and if you want more layers afterwards, I can give you more layers.» It’s amazing how so many other hairdressers would be miffed at having to «re-​do» a job after finishing, but Harumi was more than happy to cut less than I might have wanted to give room for touch-​ups if I had actually wanted to make the length shorter/​add more layers.
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TLDR; SUPER attentive, she will give you the cut you ASK for, not a rushed job!!!

If you want your hair’s layers to look like a literal set of steps, go here. If you’re a big fan of right angles and would love you have a haircut that shows chunks missing at the tips, go here.
DO NOT COME HERE IF YOU HAVE CURLY HAIR. She does not understand how to work with that type of hair.
Her definition of ¾ inch was easily 1.5+
Also I’m just going to throw the out there — I was so anxious during my haircut, watching her do «layering techniques» that I’ve never seen before (I’m 26, so I know what to expect — I’m assuming these techniques are what left me with two childish layers that have about 3 inches separating them) that I actually started looking around for her cosmetology licensure. It was not on display. This is not to say she’s definitely not licensed, but it is to say a consumer who was looking for it could not find it.

Just moved to the city and was in dire need of a haircut but so hesitant about going to a new stylist. Decided to buy a groupon deal ($ 35 for a haircut and conditioning treatment) with Harumi. The salon is located in what appears to be an apartment building in Soho and is the cutest studio! Wish I took pictures (but I’ll be returning again to take snapshots next time). The interior is a large open space, all white and very chic with large windows for natural light. There are 3 working chairs. Harumi was the only hair stylist in the studio that day. She listened intently to what type of cut I wanted. The deep condition lasted 10 minutes and not sure if I could tell a difference or not but I enjoyed the treatment! Harumi cut my hair very efficiently and spent time styling it with a blow dryer and round brushes. I had to end up rushing out due to work before I could see the end result fully but she said I could return another day for tweaks if needed. I txted her directly and returned 2 days later for Harumi to texturize my hair a bit more and trim my bangs a little. I was very happy with my decision to try a new stylist and will most definitely return to Harumi for my future hair cuts.

Harumi is excellent. I went here with a Groupon voucher and am definitely now going to be a returning client. I’ve gotten many different conditioning treatments before in NYC salons, and this was the only one I have had that I can say I definitely saw difference for weeks afterwards! I didn’t ask what it was, but whatever it was was worth it. My hair is still, a month later, in great condition, better than before. Even my friend noticed that my hair has been looking super healthy.
I showed her a picture of the cut I wanted, and she gave me exactly that cut. It looks great! She definitely knows how to do hair, and I’m sure she’d be able to give any gal what she wants. I’ll be returning in a few weeks for a trim and of course deep condition :)
The salon had big open windows and was very clean and comfortable. In regards to the building: rather be on a higher floor in a quite business building than on a street floor salon with no windows/​a lot of noise.
Thanks Harumi!

I should have done before and after photos. I’m not fussy when it comes to haircuts. I’m usually willing to risk $ 20 on some random place that happens to be open when I’m in the mood for a cut, but I thought I would spend a little extra and see what that’s like. So, one day I go to lifebooker or livingsocial or one of those sites and I buy two vouchers to two different places (why? science I guess). They both cost the same amount, which was $ 39.00. The first place I went to was perfectly okay and I felt like it was alright, but not so much better that I would give up my rando cuts. Harumi tho! Even though I bought a voucher, she took a whole hour to wash, cut, and style my hair. I don’t think I’ve had that done since I was in my sister’s wedding twenty years ago! The building is definitely meh, but I’m not looking for a spa day, I’m looking for a haircut. Harumi offered me water as soon as I came in, she was on time so there was no wait, and she finished with me right as her next customer came in. I asked her how long she had been doing hair because she was so precise with her cutting. I know I’m gushing, but she was masterful and a joy to behold. Weird, but true. Would go again A+.

Lovely! My hair is naturally dry and brittle. Plus, it’s been bleached twice. Harumi did an excellent job cutting my hair and the blowout was sublime. She was sweet and gracious. The space itself is nice and clean. The building is a little run down, but that’s not her fault.

SPACE:
Harumi works in a shared space with other freelance hair stylists, which I definitely support. The space is almost industrial chic… but by Manhattan standards. White walls, huge paper lantern, minimal equipment and white furniture. I think it’s nice, simplistic and clean.
I was greeted by cute & petite Harumi herself, as we were the only ones there Sunday evening, despite it being a shared space. I liked how private and cozy it was.
BOOKING:
I booked a lifebooker loot (if you don’t know what lifebooker is, message me or look it up! It’s like groupon but just for beauty services, and a godsend) for haircut, deep conditioning and blow dry for $ 39. I booked my appointment over email:
but you could also call/​text (message me for her #). Super convenient and timely.
DEEP CONDITIONING:
The deep conditioning was not a careless throw-​on to the package: she took care in making sure the conditioner was rubbed in with her fingers and then brushed out my knots with a comb/​brush for probably a good ten minutes. My hair needed the TLC!
HAIRCUT:
She asked me how I wanted my haircut and could sense my weary in cutting my long locks. (I only wanted to cut the split ends). She promised only ½ inch, which she delivered!!! Very precise cutting.
I know girls are always apprehensive about leaving a salon with three inches off despite our specific instructions. *shudder*
** I know she does men’s haircuts as well. I believe with a discount it’s $ 35. You could prob mention I said that for the discount.
BLOWOUT:
The blowout was equally a wonderful experience– she took the time and care to make my hair silky and smooth.
Great experience :)

I just used a Living Social voucher for a conditioning treatment and cut. Harumi was great. She’s lovely and I was very happy with the service. The cut is good – not the best I’ve ever had, but if it grows out nicely then I’ll be happy and will go back. Her regular price for a cut is pretty reasonable and she seems open to taking direction.
The space is a small studio that she shares with some other stylists, although it was empty when I was there.
I have to say, it’s nice to deal with a small operation. I always hated having to divvy up tips for two or three different people at the larger salons.

Really great haircut and pleasant experience! I dread getting my hair cut because more often than not stylists feign understanding of what you’re looking for, then do whatever halfheartedly and I end up with either a super blah haircut or chunky dumb layers that make me look like a five-​year old that was cutting my own hair to get gum out.
Harumi patiently listened to my concerns and the look I was going for, then skillfully tamed and fashioned a style out of my overgrown hedge of hair that makes me so happy to have found her :)

Harumi was great! The space is okay but she was superb! Good equipment, beautiful cut and excellent blow dry. She was also very efficient with my time. I’ll go back! Thank you!

Sincerely one of my best salon experiences.
I get the Japanese thermal reconditioning annually and always dread the long procedure, but for the first time ever, I actually had fun at my 5-​hour long appointment! Chatting with Harumi was so much fun and she is so gracious.
No hairy issues (hurhur) — not once did she hurt my scalp as some hairdressers carelessly do. I also hate it when stylists are harried (or should I say «hairried.» Alright, I’ll stop) and behave as if they were doing you a big favor. Harumi kept checking to see if I was cold, needed a bathroom break, or wanted to order food.
As for the end result — my hair looks the best it’s been in years. Why hadn’t I discovered her sooner?
Arigato gozaimas, Harumi-​san!

Harumi is super patient, sweet, caring and attentive to your hair needs. She is always stylish and you know she will take care of your, you get grade A quality treatment at a bargain. She takes appt by text (personally I luv that.) She always makes my crazy ideas look awesome I.e. ½ long, ½ short; tron hair. She is cautious that it will keep your appearance good for work. And she is thorough and super skilful. Simply put she is the best. Also she is really sweet and totes adorbs. Luv her, all the best qualities in a stylist.