Gadabout SalonSpas

I finally booked a facial appointment after being given a gift card about 6 months ago, and holy moly did I need it. From the moment I got there, everything was just lovely. Aimee checked me in at reception and led me to the spa area to change; what a freaking sweetheart she is! Monica was my technician and she was simply divine. I felt like I was floating as she gently worked her magic on my sad, dull, broken out skin. I swear, when the music took a «nature» turn I felt like I was in a peaceful forest whilst my face was being cuddled by sweet, woodland creatures. Seriously though, Monica knows what she’s doing and has the gentlest touch. My skin looks so much better, and now I shall forever be a slave to Gadabout and regular facials for as long as Monica is there.
The only slight complaint I have is that some rooms share a wall with the salon, and you could hear the noise coming through, but it wasn’t too bad.

Whatever you do, don’t go to Julie at the speedway location. She doesn’t listen to what you want and will do whatever she thinks will look good. Which in the end doesn’t look good.
She’ll spend the whole time telling you how good of job she’s doing and once the color is done, you’ll realize that it’s nothing like what you said you wanted.
Then she’ll top it off by just hacking away at your hair. Adding no shape or layers. Maybe this is why gadabout should specialize in either being a colorist or cutting hair.
Definitely not going back to gadabout because of her. You would think for spending over $ 200 you would get something you like.

Went for a massage with B and I definitely plan on coming back, very relaxing and amazing experience and very friendly courteous staff even tho I was the only male customer there I never once felt uncomfortable. B has fantastic skills and is a true professional.

Today I went to Gadabout after a friend did a pretty big oops ombré on my hair. Marco was the stylist that completely saveddddd my hair. I would recommend this place to anyone and especially him. Great service, awesome environment. saying I left happy is an understatement. Thank you!

A friend of mine gifted me with a very generous gift card to Gadabout several years ago, and I am so thankful he did! I checked on Unilocal to find someone to get my haircut with and found Miranda. The reviews don’t lie! This woman is a master craftsman of hair. I have since moved to Portland and can’t find anyone in Oregon who can cut my hair like she does, so I always see her whenever I’m in Tucson. She has other clients that come in from all over the country to see her too.
Her pricing is on the top of the pay scale at Gadabout, but she is worth every penny. My hair always stays beautifully styled for days after the cut and grows out well. If you don’t want to see someone who is at the top of the pay scale, all of the hair stylists (and I believe estheticians) have to go through a 2 ½ year internship before they can start seeing clients, so you’ll be in good hands.
I also received a facial and massage with my gift card. Both were great! The salon has a separate spa section for non-​hair services, and it’s incredibly quiet and serene in that half.
The whole salon is beautifully decorated, and there’s a great selection of coffee and organic tea for while you wait.
I am thankful for Gadabout, and Miranda especially, for treating my hair right! She will have my business for as long as I come home to Tucson.

I’ve been looking for a place to get my haircut ever since moving down here two years ago and I’m happy to say that after many less than awesome experiences at other salons, I’ve found my spot. Karolina is an amazing stylist and the whole experience was really enjoyable. Reasonably priced and a great deal for the quality of services they provide!

Great atmosphere, friendly staff throughout the experience, which it really was. Top quality products used, expert associates, and I ended up with a terrific hair color. From out of town, was a little nervous going to a new place, but this is my Tucson spot now.
I just had a single color done, and price was reasonable. I’m sure it can get pricey with an expert cut, highlights, etc. prices vary depending on experience of stylist, and front desk personnel will share those prices to help you decide who to book with.
Will definitely go back. My husband and friends and I all thought I looked great.

I think for the amount you are paying for the services you should get exactly what you want. I did enjoy going to Gababout but after reading some negative comments I started to agree with them. I told my hair dresser exactly what I wanted along with photos. She said okay no problem. I thought everything was fine as I was at a high quality salon. The look I was going for was a bright red. Once it was blow dried I looked in the mirror in shock. My hair was a dark plum not the bright vibrant colour I was going for. She gave me compliments but this was not what I wanted. I told her I wasn’t satisfied at all. They then went on to bleaching my hair I had a bad reaction and was in tears. The whole process after that to get my hair the right colour took around five hours. The main thing I was upset about is that they completely damaged my hair. I have had such bad breakage ever since because of their mistake. I have always had long hair and now I have to look into getting extensions, Im making for the mistakes this hair salon cost me.

Had an appointment with Rose, Amanda Rose. This was my first time at this location and with this artist.
Rose greeted me as I was sitting, she was friendly, prompt and on time. We discussed what my goals were as far as color. I expressed to her that I wanted to be BLONDE. Like really blonde :). She was on board and she got stared.
Rose was started conversation and kept it going, all while being super efficient with foiling. Holy foils, I knew I was going to Blonde :).
End result, super happy! Exactly what I wanted. She toned me and «broke the base», so no yucky orange tones.
Last color was with Isabella at River. She rocks too, just couldn’t get in on my days off.
Thanks Rose and Gadabout!

I have never, ever had a bad haircut from Marissa Diaz. I currently live in Los Angeles and make it a point every time I am in town to see her. She is a master at both haircuts and coloring. Two years ago I decided to go blonde… Worst idea ever. (my hair is pitch black) My hair not only was severely damaged but also turned brassy orange. I was in tears and super embarrassed. I literally drove all the way down from LA for Marissa to fix my hair that someone «Professional «had ruined. Marissa saved my hair !!! (and ego) And made me feel human again. I highly recommend her to anyone visiting or living in the Tucson area. Thanks Marissa for always giving me the most amazing haircuts !

I can not rave enough about this salon that saved my day last Saturday. my wedding day! When out of the blue, the make up artist at the resort I was having my sunset wedding at quit and no one let me know, a mere week out, I was left clueless as to who was going to get my face and hair in order for the biggest, most special day of my life! I live in the PHX/​Scottsdale area and had no clue as to what to do and my wedding planner suggested two traveling makeup/​hair designers who would travel to my resort BUT for a premium! I was already so over budget I could not imagine stretching my wedding budget even further, so I turned to my trusty Unilocal for help! Enter Gadabouts! Everything from booking and inquiring on my call to them was flawless; the girl I spoke with even directed me to the closest salon to my wedding resort/​venue. Fitting me in at the last minute, though was the key! That is all I truly cared about! I was called a day ahead to confirm my appointment and the lady on the other end of the line advised me of construction in the area and where to park, something I would not have known not being familiar with Tucson. Upon arriving at Gadabouts, I was greeted by the super friendly staff in the super classy setting! There is an infused water station, which as a nervous bride, I needed lots of hydrating water! There is a coffee and tea station too near a cushy couch lounge area. I found this nice for my wedding party, (and my somewhat, ‘it’s about me and not the bride’, person), to hang out and give me their input on my makeup. Makeup: Katina! LOVED her! She used to work for MAC. Her attention to my pictures and what I wanted, which was as natural a look for a bride, with a tad of contouring, was on point. I truly wanted to box her up and take her with me for my everyday life. which is, as some of you know, SKY high! In less than an hour, I looked flawless and my makeup lasted well into the night, thru my wedding ceremony, some tears, dancing, photos, more dancing ! I did purchase some lip makeup, but NOT because she told or pressured me to, but because I loved the pink shade of the Isaac Mizrah lipstick and liner. Next up for my wedding hair: John. I again, HIGHLY recommend to any picky bride, like me! I wanted a high, top bun with fresh off of Princess Grace Kelly style. He was awesome and I am sure at the offset, he was like, ‘Really girl… please.’ He didn’t show it. He went with my requests and changes like a champ of the high maint girl or bride. He even placed my Swarovski crystal headband and curled the ties and pinned them up with tips for how to deal with it later before the wedding ceremony. Other clients in the salon were complimenting him on my wedding updo! I felt honored because I felt I had a fail at my resort with my stylist disaster and ended up here with perfection ! I saved a ton of money to boot! I have a wonderful stylist in Scottsdale, but I seriously have fallen in love with Gadabouts in Tucson and I passed this on to my wedding planner at the JW Marriott Starr Pass also with Katina and Johns names. They all saved my day! I got so, so many compliments from my wedding guests and random people in the hotel before and after the wedding. could be because I’m a bride and it could be the hair and makeup. Whatever ! THANK you to this amazing place!!! LOVE you Katina and John! I’ll be back!!!

I have been going to this gadabout location for the last six years to have Toni cut my hair. I have always been greeted at the front with a smile. I think the most I have ever waited was 5 minutes. Usually Toni is very prompt. I have short hair that is kind of difficult to cut and she has always done a nice job. I get it colored every 12 weeks and I always get compliments. They have what I think are hairdressers in training that wash the hair. Let me tell you that I wanted to tip them as well! They put a lot of care into the wash and do a mini message of the scalp. I look forward to it every time. My only complaint is that they are progressively getting more and more expensive with each passing year. I feel like they are starting to out price me. That is why I only get my hair highlighted every 12 weeks. I have thought about looking at other places that are cheaper but in the end, when you have found someone who can do the job, you suck it up and pay. You get what you pay for. I do recommend Toni (I don’t know about anyone else). My experiences have been positive. Just know you are going to have to dig deep in your wallet.

Basically, they mean well and everyone is pleasant enough, but it’s factory-​line model capitalism at its worst. I’ve been lucky enough to see the same person every visit but it’s still hit or miss in terms of outcome. It always takes forever. Seriously, close to four hours for a cut and color. I just don’t have four hours to kill getting my hair done. They rarely if ever listen. I mean, yeah you need to chat and forge a relationship with your clients, but not at the expense of actually listening to what your client is saying. Also, they have so many clients that they don’t really retain any information about you. I also prefer not to chat about what movies I’ve seen when you should just be paying attention to what I’m saying to you about my hair. Don’t hug me. Especially don’t hug me when your pure intent is to make me forget that you just chopped my hair because you weren’t listening to me. Also, don’t have your friends shine me on with obviously fake compliments designed to make me feel better about the shitty haircut that I am clearly unhappy with.

Imagine you are out at the loudest club you can think of, playing the crappiest Kraftwerk-​techno cacophony (think John Cage t-​boning Stanley Kubrick) and there is a tattoo-​covered woman at the bar who has lots of attitude and zen jewelry but palpably wants nothing to do with you. Now imagine the thought comes to you: this would be a great time to get a haircut! (and I’d like her to be my stylist). That’s Gadabout (at this location at any rate). Lots of cool, not very much kindness, lots of deer-​in-​the-​headlights patrons waiting for their hipster stylists to stop preening or gossiping. Still not sold? At this dystopian barber school you get to shout the directions for what hairstyle you want and practice your mime. Oh, and you get to pay $ 45, not including tip, which you better give if you ever hope to show your face again at the Steampunk convention. I’ve had good, albeit lots of hugging, experiences at the Gadabout at St. Phillips plaza but, and this is your call, unless you are on a self-​loathing, Cleveland Steamer jag, avoid this place and go have some pie down at the B Line. Get your hair cut another day, say at, well, anywhere.

I’m here every few weeks to get my hair done usually with Giancarlo. I tried a few more stylists before and was never disappointed.
I get my eyebrows done here too but I prefer european wax centers actually cause they have a better wax but the staff at this location is very experienced and professional.

I get my hair cut by Stephany. I’m new to short hair and sometimes I’m still figuring out what I want so she’ll show me pictures of haircuts and that’s helpful. She does a great job and I love my hair!

Giancarlo always makes my hair look fabulous! He’s been cutting and coloring my hair for 5 years and I keep coming back. Gadabout has very friendly staff greeting you when you arrive and offering water or coffee.

I honestly did not really enjoy my experience at this salon. When I went, it was my first time. The stylist barely talked to me or paid attention to me. She did not offer any suggestions nor tried to hold a conversation of make me feel comfortable. After I went home after my service, I had dark hair die all at my roots, which clearly meant she did not put enough stuff by my roots to prevent that or she did not wash my hair out fully. I just felt such a disconnect at this studio. I prefer a much more interactive experience when getting my hair done.

Make sure you don’t have anything scheduled afterwards! I had an appt today and waited 15 minutes past my appt time (for the 2^nd time). I know, I know it’s only 15 minutes but I work in an appointment based business and not once in 3 years has anyone ever waited 15 minutes for me. I value my time as well as others. For being a «high class» salon apparently they don’t value their patrons time. Will not be going back!

This review is for this location. I highly recommend Gadabout. The huge selection of high quality products, the services, ALL of the staff, the atmosphere — all consistently wonderful. I always feel so welcome and pampered. The prices are reasonable for the quality of services you get, which is far better than anywhere else in town I have visited. Get a facial or wax from Monica, get a cut and color from Samantha, and get a massage from Jessica. You will not be disappointed. Best of all, you will NOT feel ripped off. Love love love this place!

I have been here once before, and got a color and a cut. They did a phenomenal job, I felt like a movie star!
However, I just recently tried to make an appointment for the Express Keratin treatment. I requested for an appointment online and was told I would get a call or email back to confirm an appointment. I never received such communication. Then the day before my appointment, I emailed to confirm and the online concierge proceeded to tell me that they didn’t have me in their reservation book at all.
Very disappointed, I received an email from the Online Concierge asking if I could do next week, and I can’t because I’m leaving town. After that, the assistance I was receiving was sub-​par.
As long as you get past the booking phase, you won’t regret it. They know how to do hair.

I needed highlights REALLY BAD, and Samantha gave me some hair to show off again! I was a little put-​off by the woman at the reception desk. She seemed irritated in general, but it WAS early morning. Anyway, after that, I had a great experience. I love my hair now, and would go back to Samantha in a heartbeat!

Giancarlo is amazing! I have been to numerous hairstylist across the country and the world and Giancarlo is the best artist I have ever been to! Great staff. Clean and great interns.

I won’t go anywhere but Gadabout on Speedway for hair services. I’ve been a client of the lovely and talented Stephany for several years now and I would be so lost without her!
There was a time before I grew my hair long that I would show up and ask for a random short haircut, and she would craft a gorgeous, unique style on the spot that looked great on me! Every time she’s wowed me. And she knows how to work on my hair type: the annoyingly baby fine hair that tangles and breaks easily.
Service is always professional and so super nice. I appreciate their line of affordable and high quality hair products. Nothing but great things to report here :)

I took my hair cut recently for my business trip to Atlanta on Monday. I had the best hair cut recently! This place is like first class! The staff who work there are supremely friendly! ! Giancarlo Console, who did cut my hair, was the BEST on the planet! He mentioned that he was orginially from Italy and moved here a few years ago. I got that impressed that he was REALLY caring for his customers and took his time to complete the perfection job! Thank you Giancarlo!

The four stars is for this Gadabout as a whole. I find the experience here depends on which staff you get. I want to leave a recommendation for my favorite person at the Speedway location: Linea. I go to her for leg, lip and brow waxing, brow and lash tinting, and massage. I’ve been to a lot of people at a lot of places, and she’s definitely a six-​star.
Edit 11÷1÷2012: They have new seating. Much nicer!
Edit 9÷1÷2013: Linea is gone. :(

I’ve always wanted to write an update, and today I am finally getting around to it. I know from 4 stars to one. I really enjoyed Marisa, but after that hair cut from her I didn’t realize that she had cut my hair lopsided, and its been almost a year since the cut, and my hair is still not so great. I took a LONG time for it to grow out, and someone could finally get it almost just right.
I don’t know why I try…