Samuel Cole Salon

12/18/08

Recommend Yvette

by lrue at Citysearch

Jay Ray, the owner, is a very thoughtful businessman. I had an experience in his salon where I wasn't happy, and he worked very hard to try to address my concerns. I would absolutely recommend the colorist, Yvette, who is new to Raleigh and working to build a clientele. She is very skilled and has a tremendous resume.

12/04/09

Warning for those with thin or oily hair!

by doxnwag at Citysearch

Went for a highlight and cut for the first time recently and walked away with a neat little bag of a spray on conditioner (Prep) and some coupons. The stylist didn't push to take more off the ends than necessary and the color looked pretty good, however after trying the Bumble & Bumble product and following their suggestion for conditioning my hair, this is the worst it has looked in years. I have thin hair and an oily scalp and if I use a hair band, it falls out because it is too slick. I had high hopes after my colleague had an amazing cute haircut, but this definitely is not a place for someone with special needs hair. I had even told the stylist that I used a special zinc pca shampoo, but perhaps she wasn't experienced enough to realize what that meant? She was very sweet and any other type of hair might have an awesome experience. Just wanted to warn you.

• Pros: complimentary parafin wax treatments, coffee & wine
• Cons: products and cuts that don't work for everyone

11/30/09

Wonderful Experience. Go to Nikki.

by lbr492 at Citysearch

I have been going to Samuel Cole Salon now for about four visits. I have been seeing Nikki and she puts me at ease. Good listener and great ideas. I would reccommend her for anyone new to the salon!

• Pros: Friendly, Good results.
• Cons: tips can't go on credit card

11/30/09

Nichole made my hair beautiful

by tgilbert2010 at Citysearch

I have never colored my hair before and was feeling very nervous. I have failry light hair color and was scared of doing something I would regret. I have been seeing Nichole the past year for my hair cuts and felt I was ready for some hilights. Nichole explained to me she could put lighter pieces in my hair that would look like the sun had naturally lightened it so I would not have to make a commitment to doing hilights every six weeks. It turned out so natural and pretty.... I have actually set my next appointment in six weeks for even more. I have gotten so many compliments. I would not trust my hair to anyone else. I have recom,ended her to all my friends and family. Thanks Nichole!!!!!!

• Pros: Pretty Color, great stylist, great salon

11/29/09

Best Haircut I've Every Had!

by BFair at Citysearch

I had a wonderful experience. I received a gift certificate for my birthday and Noel was my stylist. She started by offering me complementary beverage, listened to my needs and was very attentive to my hair cut. She made me feel comfortable about my decisions and gave me feedback about how to maintain my style. The complimentary parafin wax was fantastic. And as a first time customer I received free hair tonic! I couldn't have had a better experience, I will be returning!

• Pros: Great environment, welcoming staff, knowledgable stylists
• Cons: Kind of pricey but totally worth it

11/16/09

Thank goodness for Samuel Cole!

by cowabunga at Citysearch

I am so glad to have found this salon. I used to go to a different salon not far but they closed. I saw a posting from one of the stylist's from the other salon who's working at Samuel-Cole now and I'm so glad I followed her here. I have a reason to visit Raleigh more often now, it's definitely worth the drive. MJ's an expert at threading and my eyebrows have never looked so good! I love everything about my hair and I've already sent people your way. Thanks for a great experience!

• Pros: Atmosphere, stylist, reception, products, services, attitude
• Cons: I live too far

11/10/09

very disappointed

by cah56 at Citysearch

I was really excited about trying the Samuel Cole Salon--especially because I found someone who specializes in curly hair. I have to say, the setting is nice and everyone was very friendly. And thats about it.

I made an appointment for a cut and full foil highlights. The stylist did spend time discussing my options with me and answered all of my questions. I told her that in the past when I've had color on my hair it turns brassy and that she would need to use bleach. She assured me that what she was using is like bleach and would NOT become brassy.

When I left the salon my hair was still somewhat wet so I did not see the outcome of the color until I got home. I loved the cut but was very upset when I saw that the color was completely uneven, blotchy in spots and no where near my scalp! The front was so bad that wearing my hair pulled back was not an option because there was one big blond streak in the middle of my head!

I went by and actually spoke with the person who assisted. She was very defensive and said that the only reason the 1 inch gap between my scalp and where the color started was a problem was because of the way I wear my hair! Which is ridiculous because if the stylist did a decent job I'd be able to wear my hair any way I wanted.

I scheduled a redo (which is a great policy) and the stylist was very nice and agreed that the color was not even. She added several more foils. However, once again I left with wet hair and when it dried I realized that she never even touched up the roots---at my part or the front! She totally missed the point. So now, a month after spending $200, several hours at this salon, and tipping the stylist and her assistant twice I am having to search for another salon to fix this brassy mess and touch up my dark "roots"! I would not recommend this salon.

11/02/09

Nichole is the best

by richardss at Citysearch

I have been a long time client of Nichole's and I wanted to take a moment to say what an amazing job she does on my hair. I am constantly changing what I want with my haircut and hair color and every single time I leave with beautiful hair. Most recently she has altered my color so I am ready for fall.... I feel like I should be in a magazine. I have really fine hair and she has shown me how to style it to make it look fuller. I have never had so many compliments on my hair. Love the salon and love Nichole.

• Pros: beautiful hair and good conversation
• Cons: not one

10/25/09

Jess is awesome

by hkimbrown at Citysearch

I went to jess for the first time at samuel cole salon for a haircut because i have several friends that have been going to her and she was/is amazing, i booked for color and got to enter a contest for 5 free products!! the salon is beautiful and they offer complimentary beer and wine which is a plus! thanks so much jess!!

• Pros: wine and beer

10/24/09

Carolyn is a rock star

by alisaoliver at Citysearch

Carolyn is a rock star, by far and exceptional stylist who I would follow to the ends of the Earth. I have been in the area close to five years and until I met Carolyn I was totally unsatisfied. If you are looking for a cutting edge, up to date, fashionable cut that works for you then you have found the right girl at the right salon.

You rock, Carolyn!

Alisa Oliver

• Pros: Hip salon and they have number one stylist in Raleigh
• Cons: None that I can think of...

10/23/09

Nicole Rocks! Love the Cut and color!

by cindie carver kennedy at Citysearch

Always fast, friendly, and attentive! Love the wine and Parafin and the latest, scalp massage with the conditioning! Nicole is just fantastic! I love this salon and am so happy to have found it! ALWAYS an enjoyable experience!!

• Pros: Classy, friendly, awesome service with a pampering touch!
• Cons: none at all