Christopher Markus The Lion’s Mane Salon

It’s doubtful anyone in Philly has the following that these two owners have in the industry. There is a haircut and there is the, «Damn, this looks good!» feel you get when you leave there.
I hate wasting money. I never feel that way once leaving this place. Thanks guys!

It has been hard to find a stylist I could trust in Philadelphia. You wouldn’t think that would be the case in a city with so many choices, but it’s been one disappointment after another. After three years here, I took a chance on this sweet little salon and BINGO! Christopher did a phenomenal job with my uncooperative hair. What’s more, it was very much a «team project»: he truly listened to my concerns and hair history, asked pertinent questions, and took care to incorporate everything we discussed. Ultimately, the resulting style/​cut was not unexpected… yet looks better than I’d imagined. And, it’s the rare occasion that I leave a salon stress-​free, relieved, and confident about how it will grow out and how I will be able to work with it in the coming weeks. Christopher is truly kind (Markus is equally nice). I genuinely trust him with my tresses and absolutely will return to The Lion’s Mane.

Went for my wedding hair and make-​up trial this past weekend. Markus and Stasha are by far two of the most amazing people I’ve ever met. Not only did they do a PHENOMENAL job with my hair and make-​up, they made me feel completely comfortable. My hair and make-​up came out perfect and I can’t wait to have them do it again the day of the wedding. If you have an event and want hair and make-​up done make sure you go to Markus and Stasha!

Very fun and easy place, sophisticated and artsy without being snooty. Teeny does my hair, and I’ve never been disappointed. She has no ego but plenty of skill; Somehow it has rained the day of every appointment I’ve had and yet I leave there feeling sunny!

I’ve been going to this salon for a year now. I won’t go anywhere else! Christopher is awesome, and everyone is so nice there. I highly recommend this salon!!! Love this place:)

Markus has been cutting my hair since 1998. I’ve followed him everywhere and was thrilled 10 years ago when he and Chris opened their own place.
My hair has been short, long, bangs, color, etc. Markus has taken wonderful care of my hair. When I was a student and then just starting my career, he understood when I’d stretch the time between my hair cuts. When I was super busy, he helped me keep my look simple, knowing I don’t like to take a lot of time to style my hair.
When I went in a few months ago wanting ombré coloring, both he and Chris consulted to get me just the right balance of color. As I’ve gotten more daring, the color has gotten more adventurous. I’ve gotten a lot of compliments.
The service is always great. The atmosphere is fun. And they never let my wine glass be empty.

Best Salon in Philadelphia, hands down! I can say that because it’s true. And I do not lie. I’ve been going to Markus for almost 10 years and I have never been disappointed. He has followed me through every whim of a haircut, through bangs, sans bangs, various colors of varying shades, and even a perm moment (which thankfully he talked me out of!). His salon is classy, modern, but also fun and relaxing. Nothing too pretentious. I love that he displays local artists so that the wall art is always changing, giving homage to some of philly’s best artists.
The moment you walk in, you are offered a beverage. Whether it’s a hot cup of tea, or a refreshing glass of wine to smooth away the stress of the day. It’s little things like this that make a trip to get a haircut special. Then after discussing the plan for your hair today, Sean will give you the best hairwash & scalp massage you’ve had in your life. I swear his fingers are magic.
If you come here for a cut, Markus will be able to replicate any haircut you show him. If you want color, he’ll bring out a swatch of hair colors so that you can place your actual hair next to it to see how the highlights will look. He will also custom mix a color for you if you say «i like that, but maybe a BIT lighter». And since practice makes perfect, every time I’ve gone, he’s kept careful notes in my «chart» as to dry times, color schemes, so that now when I go, it’s like clockwork. And although Markus is my regular hairdresser, I have gone to Chris a few times and have had wonderful results. They truly are perfectionists here. After all, why would you want anyone BUT, touching your hair?

The Lion’s Mane is the best salon in Philly hands down. Markus and Christopher give amazing cuts, color and style. And Shaun gives one of the best shampoo/​head massages ever!
I haven’t worked with Teeny, but I am confident that since she works at the Lion’s Mane, she is top notch as well.
All that aside, the atmosphere at the salon makes you feel like you’re hanging out in your friend’s living room while getting styled.
Love, love, love this salon and all who work there. I no longer live in Philly, but still send all of my friends there and make an appointment for every time I am back.

I went to this salon on a friends recommendation about 5 years ago and have been hooked ever since. Trust Marcus or Christopher to make you feel like a movie star!

Teeny at The Lion’s Mane tamed my own personal lions mane. and for this i am entirely and eternally greatful.
xox

In a few words… MARKUS IS THE BEST! Go ahead and trust anyone at this salon — you will never been taken care of better anywhere!

To this day, more than 3 years after leaving Philly, I still really miss Markus. My relationship with him was longer than all those relationships with those other guys. And each time we parted, I left looking more fabulous than when I came in. How many guys can do that for you?
We first met on a friend’s recommendation at a department store salon (I think in the Galleria?)… but eventually, over the course of 10 years, we moved on to swankier environs, culminating in Markus’s own salon (with Cristopher) a few years back. A really relaxing but vibrant space with local artists’ work located right in the middle of town. They also offer drinks (including wine!) while you wait.
I have really thick, poufy, wavy hair which really limits the cuts that works for me. Fortunately Markus has always been frank about what will or won’t work on me, and has worked with my hair texture at all different lengths. I’ve gone from extremely short, boyish cuts to long past the shoulder lengths, and he’s made all these cuts work. He’s also been really great with highlights. The colors are always spot on and he can do natural looking highlights without chunky blocks of color. Maintenance has also been good, toning them down after a few months in the summer, and even returning me to my natural color after I got sick of doing color. The only thing I can fault Markus for is that I’m not overly fond of the styling — but for an awesome cut and color, he’s your man.