Alter EGO
(919) 832-6239
119 E Hargett St
Raleigh,
NC
27601
35.7784
-78.6378
Neighborhood: Central
Reviews & Ratings for Alter EGO
55 reviews
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LOVE the location and service!
by djrdowntown
November 21, 2008
I recently moved from Michigan and now I work downtown Raleigh and LOVE the fact that I can go on my lunch hour and get my haircut!!! The service is great and the ability to schedule appointments online makes things so much easier. I found my stylist and won't be going to any other salon but Alter EGO!!!
- Pros: Great Location, Ease of Scheduling, Great Service
- Cons: Parking
Dont expect much from Drew!
by mlk1290
July 07, 2009
I had to find a great salon, and someone great to do my hair the day before my graduation. I looked online, and thought that Drew would help me out, and expected much out of my visit to AlterEgo after reading reviews and looking at photos of the place. i told him what i wanted in my hair, and i noticed he did not touch my color at my bangs and i had noticable root growth....youd figure since he has an assistant and is an educator for the salon, that he would touch every spot and get every strand of my hair fixed.....when it came time to blowdry, my hair was frizzy and not blown out at all (usually my hair (short bob) can be blow-dryed straight). yes, the color was pretty.....a little orange in some spots, and when i was walking to my car, i felt the back of my hair.....which was WET, and let me remind everyone.....as a hair stylist you NEVER let your client leave with a wet head (if you blowdry their hair) So, i guess Drew was in a hurry because his next client showed up and he didnt waste a minute until he started working on her.
the girl at the front desk was very nice and welcoming, but i will NEVER get my hair done at alterego again....drew was preoccupied with drama going on with another stylist and didnt foil my whole head.....
- Pros: Nice setting, beautiful place
- Cons: Left with wet hair, and chopped bangs and hair
Finally NYC Atomsphere in Raleigh!
by Runnergirlb
May 16, 2009
I have finally found a salon and stylist that meets my NYC standards! The salon is trendy and all of the staff are professional and friendly. Trevor is amazing! I have really long hair and most stylists want to chop it off.....but Trevor listened to what I wanted and gave me the perfect cut. My color is also AWESOME!!! I get compliments on it everyday! Alter Ego is THE salon to go to in Raleigh and Trevor is the BOMB!
- Pros: Trendy and Professional with Awesome Customer Service!
great haircut and color
by carolcox
May 04, 2009
I've been very pleased with the cut/color Mary Taylor gave me last week. My hair is long which can be an awkward style for a middle aged woman, however, Mary Taylor has design a cut for me which is both stylish and easy to care for. I love the color, brunette with very sublte highlights. I also enjoyed her friendly, easy going manner. This is why, in this age of automation and often impersonal and less than satisfactory service, when I find someone who can "give me what I want" I like to take the time to write a review and give my recommendation.
- Pros: warm personality, expert color
Mary Taylor is Fabulous!
by Cat678
May 03, 2009
Mary Taylor is so creative. I want "something different" and she gives me a great new look!
I highly recommend!
- Pros: great place, very friendly
- Cons: none
AMAZING
by cgarchbe
April 21, 2009
Dana (the owner) is the stylist I see and she is fantastic! She's so sweet and is the definition of perfectionist. She will spend an hour cutting your hair to make sure it's perfect. She really listens to everything and always makes creative suggestions. The space is breathtaking as well. Go, if you haven't yet!
- Pros: Talented Artists
- Cons: None
Drew at ALTER EGO is amazing!
by MaryNYC
April 06, 2009
OFF THE CHARTS!
Drew is the most amazing stylist! He is urban and fun and can give you something that is eye catching. After I go and see him to get my hair cut/colored everywhere I go people want to know where they can go to get such an amazing cut! Hands down he is who to go and see if you like fun trendy urban out of the ordinary hair! :)
- Pros: Amazing Quality Cuts that are unique, urban, trendy, etc.
- Cons: none-this place rocks!!
Just make sure you get any price quote in writing...
by AdrianneF
March 13, 2009
The only reason this place gets a two stars is because my stylist was amazing.
I went to Alter Ego because I was in a wedding and all of the bridal party was getting their hair done there. There had been issues with the manager figuring out what I needed done to my hair but after a phone conversation with her everything got figured out and I asked for what the total price for a relaxer, wash, blowdry and style would be. She told me "The cost for the relaxer, wash, blowdry, and style will be $75" and I said "Ok, see you on Saturday."
After my stylist finished my relaxer and blowdry I went to the register to pay the $75 + tip.
When THE OWNER rang me up, she told me the total would be $125 because I had gotten my hair dried. I asked her if I could have gotten a relaxer and not had my hair dried and she said no it was part of getting my hair relaxed. I told her that I had been quoted that the cost would be $75 two days earlier when my appointment was finalized and she said, "Sorry" and ran my card for $125. Not wanting to make a big scene, I signed the slip and went outside with the rest of the bridal party. It turns out that everyone else in the bridal party had been charged $10-$25 more than the cost we had been quoted two days earlier with no explanation from the owner.
That's no way to treat people in a highly referral based business. I won't be returning there again or reccommending any of the other brides I work with.
- Pros: Trevor, who was my stylist, is absolutely amazing
- Cons: I was charged $50 more than what I was told over the phone
Modern Art meets a Fabulous Salon
by Gracie81
February 03, 2009
I'll be honest I am at Alter Ego, b/c I followed my stylist there (and I would follow that man to the moon. Yes, he is that good). However, if you like the idea of going to salon that not only has amazing talent (these guys do not lack creativity), but is also as aesthetically interesting and pleasing as a modern art gallery, this is the place for you. Every detail, from the ceilings to the hair washing stations are fascinating to look at. I am never bored as I wait for my hair to process. The staff is friendly and goes out of their way to make sure you are comfortable in your surroundings and with the image you are creating with your stylist. Another perk of going downtown for my hair, is that I schedule my appointments for the very end of the day and then walk out of the salon looking amazing and I am right there at Moore Square ready to take in a night of fun.
Fantastic.
by keithkurson
January 31, 2009
Let me start off by saying that I'm very particular about my hair. I live in Virginia, and I drive the three hours to Raleigh to get my hair done by Mary Carr, and I've traveled to each salon she's moved to. I wouldn't trust anyone else to bleach my hair ;)
Out of all of them, Alter Ego is my favorite. The location is nice, plenty of parking nearby. The actual salon itself is gorgeous. Huge, open space. All of the stylist who work there are nice, coming up to talk to me even though I'm not their client. Complimenting hair styles, etc.
Overall, it's a great environment, and I'd suggest it to anyone looking for anything from a bleachout to a simple haircut.
- Pros: Great Staff with great skill.
- Cons: The price might be tough for some people.
Great haircut, great location (if you work downtown)
by nanceM
January 10, 2009
Alter EGO has a great atmosphere, friendly service and great stylists. I especially enjoy the location on Hargett Street -- it's just wonderful to walk over for a quick (and relaxing) haircut during my lunch hour. If you work downtown, you should try it!
- Pros: close to downtown
