Michael’s Hair Design

Love Michael! I’d been a client of his years ago when I lived in Stoneham then I moved to California. When we returned to Massachusetts the only person I trusted was Michael. It’s a nice small place and he’s always attentive and my hair always looks great! Highly recommend him!

Tried a number of shops since relocating my office to Stoneham including Hairmates, Nicole’s, Lisa’s and The Men’s Room. Michael’s is definitely the best. Easy to get appointments quickly, ample parking, and Michael does a great job. The interior could use a paintjob, but it’s clean and neat. Great prices and friendly people. Just plain nice.

I am and will continue to be a loyal patron to Michael’s Hair. My stylist is Amy. I have been with her for 10+ years now. I followed her from a previous salon in a different town. I must say I enjoy the laid back, comfortable, friendly atmosphere. I will say this salon is very casual, no frills… (Who needs to pay extra for frills?) not me, no thank you!) Amy’s prices are very reasonable especially for the outstanding quality/​job she provides. When Amy is out on maternity leave I see Michael (her boss) Amy has been out twice now. Trust me she’s worth the wait!!! And Michael is more than accommodating to her clientele. (Which is appreciated) I recommend this place (although I hate to, bc she’s hard to get!!) Id like to add they work wonderful together, they seem to click well. Which is very nice to see. They do it all!!’

I’ve been coming for haircut and highlights to Michael’s for over than 5 years now. I’m always happy with the cut and also with a price. I used to go to another salon in Stoneham; that was okay but a bit too expensive for me. So when I found Michael, I was very happy that I can get the same quality for a better price. As I am over 40 now, I wanted to cut my long hair but I was hesitant at first as it is such a big steep for me. But Michael took care of it, suggested which hair cut would suit me best and now I am very happy with my short hair. I can only recommend this place.

Michael has been cutting my hair and family members hair for 25+ years. Trust me, if he wasn’t any good, we have options. Fair pricing, great styling and good customer service. You won’t be disappointed.

People who read these reviews are looking for a good cut at a good price. Michael delivers that. But personally, I don’t want to have to deal with twisted people who inexplicably double their prices after they’re done you (a $ 20 blowdry?), don’t greet you when you come in, and think it’s OK to keep you waiting 15 minutes or more while they read the paper and gossip with a client. The clientele is primarily retired, but I’m not and I don’t like people wasting my time.

Review from a Guy…
I’m a stereotypical guy in that my goal is to spend the least amount of time possible doing my hair in the morning. I don’t trust a $ 12 haircut nor can I justify spending $ 50 on a haircut. I just want a quality haircut at a reasonable price.
I stumbled upon Michaels after bouncing around to a couple different barber shops in Stoneham. I’ve now been to Michaels 4 times and will continue to go there. He does a great job and his hours are very convenient. When I get my haircut, I don’t feel like a sheep that’s been shaved bare. There’s no «it will look better in a week.» Just a good solid haircut.
He’ll continue to get my business.

Wish I could give negative stars I went in to get a full foil the girl put in maybe 10 foils and said ok sit here for a while when she took them out my hair was brassy I asked her to tone it down it looked terrible she gave me an attitude as did the owner when she was done you could not even tell I had gotten my hair done I also asked for a colored streak I let her do blue she did it on a dark brown chunk of hair do you could not even see it. Don’t go there and if you do don’t go to Paige she’s an airhead

I am a Michael’s convert! I used to go to another salon in Stoneham, which I loved, but the prices were slightly higher. I found Michael’s on Unilocal and decided to try it. Michael did my highlights, an overlay, and a haircut a few months ago. The salon definitely has that neighborhood feel. During my time there, a few locals and Michael’s friends stopped by to chat. He seemed to know everyone from little 6 year-​old kids getting their haircuts to the mailman! Michael was a hoot, telling me stories about his family and Stoneham, and even though I was not yet a regular, I felt right at home. One of his daughters even stopped by to help him out and he introduced me to her. Amy, who everybody speaks so highly of, seemed to know her stuff too and was friendly even though she was not handling my hair. When I first arrived, I also asked Michael if he thought I could park on the street and he told me I should move my car into the lot in front. The lot is small, but it was nice that Michael didn’t want to get my car towed!
The salon is no-​frills in appearance, but Michael did wonders for my hair. The cut was just as I had asked and the color was an improvement over the job that the last two stylists at other salons had done. I was a little worried that I would have to pay an arm and a leg for his magic, but when he rang me up, it was significantly less than other salons have charged me for the same services. As I was leaving the salon, an older woman was coming in for her appointment. She complimented me on my color and told me I looked great. Since then, complete strangers and colleagues have told me how wonderful my hair looks as well, so I guess that means I will now become a regular here!
Michael told me he has been in business for a long time in Stoneham and I can see why. Ironically, there is a barber right next door, but the customers seemed to be filling into Michael’s for the friendly and efficient service instead!

I have been coming to Michael’s for the last 12 years. I have shopped around only when I can’t get an appointment, ASAP. This usually happens on a Monday when he is closed.
I will never go anywhere else. Michael never fails to make my hair look amazing.

Amy is an absolute goddess, and if she moved to Alaska I would be investigating plane tix as we speak. The atmosphere of Michael’s is fun and friendly, very neighborhood-​y in the best of ways, and the prices are so low for the quality of service you receive.
To re-​iterate: Amy = AMAZING.