Smart Hair Studio

The people that work at this hair salon are super nice and the prices are affordable. I have short medium bodied hair and the first couple hair cuts were really great but after the 4^th cut I noticed that my hair had lost all of its body and looked very limp. I realized that the thinning scissors my hairdresser used were probably what caused this to happen. This is just a heads up to anyone getting their hair cut there — from what I learned thinning scissors are not appropriate for every hair texture — certainly not mine so make sure you have a conversation with your hairdresser about it if you are unsure.

This small salon gave me the best haircut I’ve had in NY. Maryana was so thorough with my cut, and was very attentive to what I wanted in my hair. I will absolutely be returning. It’s also reasonably priced. You can’t beat it!

Great first visit — I’m new to the area and am growing out my pixie cut, so I needed a taper of the back of my head to even it out. I arrived early for my appointment with Angela and Brianna offered to take me immediately. She did a fantastic job and it was only $ 15 for a dry cut taper. I was in and out in less than 15 minutes, and the staff were super friendly and welcoming — I’ll definitely be coming back!

Tanya did a fantastic job. She really paid attention to every detail. The hair consultation went well and she truly cared. Top notch customer service. I was offered tea or water and felt right at home.
This was my first time here and I’ll definitely come back. I’m very glad I found this hair salon on Unilocal

Got my eyebrows threaded and a facial yesterday by Stella, who was both professional and informative throughout the service. She took my appointment at very short notice, which I was grateful for. My eyebrows turned out exactly how I wanted, and she listened to my request to leave as much as hair as possible because I’m currently growing them out. As for the facial, I wish there had been more focus on extraction, because I had to do some myself once I got home after the service. The products used on me were good quality, but at the end of the day, I think it’s a bit too expensive for what you get.

I came here because my hairstylist Aaron up and moved to Portland! To

I decided with him gone, I would rather cut my hair in my hood, though I worried the quality would not be as good as a city salon.
WRONG.
I have been to smart hair salon 3 times, and only 3 times because Tanya’s cuts are fantastic and last forever.
I have thick thick hair, she works carefully to give me perfect layers that create naturally flowing waves and a healthy shape.
They don’t push products and they work with who you really are (I am someone who doesn’t own a blow dryer and never uses styling gel) — this way your hair looks good even when you style it yourself the next day.
Everyone at the salon is helpful and nice. Price is very reasonable and they are reliable.
cash and check only

Where to begin!
This is by far my perfect hair salon ever! Anna is my hair stylist since day one and I love everything about her … She is very professional and make sure to achieve my vision. Everybody is so friendly and I do my wax too with Stella they using the Hard wax that I love.

I’m not big on getting my hair done and I was looking for a cut that wasn’t going to break the bank. I had a great experience with Ashley and I will definitely return!

Just got a haircut by Angela, who was super sweet and attentive. She was great to talk to and she was really focused on giving me what i wanted — she communicated with me through the whole process, stopping multiple times to make sure i was happy. From the hair wash (i don’t remember her name but it was relaxing!) To the blowout, i felt taken care of. Will be back! Price is not bad at all for the service :)

Stella is a genius. I will never go anywhere else in NYC for a wax. The staff here is friendly and the actual wax has always been quick and as close to painless as it could be.
This place is affordable but make sure you bring cash or a check, they don’t accept credit cards.

A happy salon experience that makes you wanna dance. The salon is small, only 4 chairs and 2 sinks, so appointments are your best bet. Cash only, ladies… What they offer is their full care, consultation, attention to detail and a great value. Ashley gave my short pixie a formaldehyde free keratin treatment/​half head so half the price and threw in a much needed and appreciated trim so I looked super cute… then Stella did my mani/​pedi. Great service and I’ve never had a regular polish last as long as a gel, but this one is still chip free. Quick-​dry is part of the service, not an extra charge slapped on at the end… Did I mention they use organic lotions and offer organic facials?

There is no better place to get a Keratin Treatment in NYC than right here with Ashley.
She is so awesome and no nonsense and is just the sweetest and most knowledgeable you will find. Angela, the owner has created the best little hair studio in brooklyn. Everyone knows exactly what they’re doing and is super chill. Where else can you get a mani pedi while your color happens? There’s even a perfect little spot to lock up your bike, right in front.

Today was the third time I’ve had my hair cut by Ashley. She always does a great job. I never have to wait long or at all for my appointment and prices are very reasonable. I’ll definitely be coming back!

I live in Windsor Terrace and I was desperately searching for a hairstylist to go to around the neighborhood. I found smart hair studio on Unilocal and I was really impressed by the ratings, so I ended up booking an appointment. I actually got one for the day after. They fit me in with Tonya and I was really excited when I showed up as it was such a warm, friendly neighborhood place that I immediately felt at ease. It was bustling, but Stella ran over and brought me a drink while I waited.
Tanya was then shown my birds nest… which I have neglected ever since I started taking some devil spawn meds that have made my hair dry and brittle. On top of that, another fantastic side effect of my meds was making about half of my hair fall out and unceremoniously meet my bath drain. So I was sort of refusing to pay attention to it except to swear at it and grumble when I passed a mirror. It was so grown out and the ends so thinned out I usually wore it in a bun to hide it.
We spoke for quite a while, with her giving me tips and agreeing on a hairstyle. After we chopped off about 10 inches of the dry kindling I call hair, it immediately looked better. So of course I teared up out of nervousness and sadness about how much hair I had lost due to my thyroid medication. Tanya didn’t make a big fuss, just leaned over and told me quietly that it was okay, and that I had a lot of new growth that was now free of my ends. I gathered my tears and my bada$$ self and really looked while she whipped my hair into a shiny, full looking, sweet head of hair. She showed me how to curl it naturally after my next wash… and I listened carefully because she was so knowledgable. Then there was a beautiful blowout that looked awesome.
She took her time, and trimmed and styled until it was perfect. Then off to my requested eyebrow appointment (Stella gracefully fit me in on the spot with no appointment). She did an absolutely beautiful shaping after we had agreed about possible eyebrow looks and then giggled about some silly things. She then suggested an eyebrow dye, which I had never done before. It was so inexpensive that I figured WTH, why not? It turned out to be so gorgeous that it’s my new «thing», LOL. So, so happy with them and my hair that I’m not frustrated anymore looking into the mirror. Matter of fact, the curls she taught me how to create are so cute and not frizzy, I’m actually happy looking at my hair (and sweet, sweet totally on point brows).
Do yourself a favor, visit this cute lil understated place for a comfortable and calming experience. Tanya and Stella were so kind (and not the fake fakey sort of kind) that I am now a real fan. The haircut and styling were fantastic, brows were on point, and I actually look forward to my next visit. Oh, and the bill was crazy cheap considering the quality of the services…$ 65 haircut and styling with the owner, and $ 10 for eyebrows!!! Whut!!! Yaaasssss!
P. S. I followed Tanya’s advice on how to curl my hair without heat styling, and it worked!!! Looks soooooo cute, and she taught me how to avoid frizz (twirl your hair into twists, but smooth out the frizz by pulling your hair down with some pressure while you twirl). Bouncy, beautiful full looking waves!

I love Smart Hair Studio. Tanya and Ashley are amazing. I have been going regularly for 6 years. They do an amazing job with cut, color and highlights. I go at least every two months for color because I have a lot of grey that I want to cover up. I really like that they use safer, organic dyes. Everyone working at the salon is very nice and friendly and the atmosphere is pleasant. Their prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend them!

I’ve never paid very much attention to my hair. Color my whites, trim every now and then, blow dry when needed. I have curly-​wavy hair that doesn’t do much, I usually refer to it as my «blobby» hair.
When my usual hairstylist moved to California, I followed Unilocal’s suggestion and tried this place out. The organic dye process was easy and relaxed, the styling job was excellent, Ashley had a couple of things to suggest/​correct with my previous cuts, and I was on my merry way.
I washed my hair last night, and for the first time in my adult life, I actually said the words, «Oh my God. I love this haircut.» There was a noticeable difference in, the way my hair fell on my shoulders, framed my face, and there was a wonderful, healthy sheen to it.
God bless you, Ashley. You helped me see my blob in a whole new light.
(On a separate note, Stella’s waxing expertise made what is usually a dreadful experience for me into a quick and less painful affair. The lady knows her bikini hair!)
Only downside. Cash only.

Every person here is incredibly nice and in the most genuine way possible. Ashley tended to my deep conditioning (which worked wonders by the way and has convinced me I need to get them done regularly) while Tanya finished up with her previous appointment. I had scheduled my first haircut in two years on a busy Saturday and when the gals apologized for maybe a 15 minute delay in my appointment start, I was surprised that there was such a short delay. Tanya spoke with me in great detail about what she was going to do and I felt extremely relaxed and trusting of her. She worked efficiently but nothing felt rushed.
There was, however, a gal next to me getting her hair done who seemed a little… off. She made a rude comment that should have offended and was being argumentative about her hair process even though she obviously frequents the salon. Tanya and the other gal doing her hair dealt with her with grace and patience, true admiration from me.
Also, I come from a beach town where any hair care is outrageously expensive. I felt the prices were incredibly reasonable for the great service you get here. I can’t wait to go back for eyebrow threading and thanks to both Tanya and Ashley, I won’t wait another 2 years before my next haircut.

I’d only go to see the owner, Tanya.
Was very excited to come back for my second appointment bc I had such a great experience with Tanya the first time. She was caring and wonderful and really took the time to see what I wanted. One of the best experiences I ever had at a Hair Salon.
Unfortunately, today changed my experience with Smart Hair Studio. I made an appointment for today at 1230pm, and showed up at 1232pm. I guess that 2 minutes is an open invitation to take another customer in my place? I showed up, and someone said my stylist (not Tanya) would be with me in 5 minutes. 25 minutes later, I see that my stylist is still cutting a customer’s hair who’s hair is drenched aka, she still had more than 5 minutes to go.
When I asked how much longer it’d be, my stylist said, «well you were late and then someone else showed up…» she presented it very nicely, but as someone in a hospitality industry, that’s not okay. Honor your appointments (within reason, of course.)
Also, how must the customer in the chair feel? I don’t want her to be rushed, and I sure as heck don’t want my appointment to be rushed… especially after I know what amazing service I’ve had at Smart Hair before.
It’s a big bummer. I thought I found my salon, but I guess I’ll have to keep searching for the whole package. Maybe I’ll return for Tanya, but more likely, I’m going to find a place that honors appointments and does great cuts.

A wonderful experience. Get your mani & pedi with Stella. Call to schedule an appointment with her today! She is absolutely wonderful.
I was greeted by her & she even took the time to help me decide on the color & style I was going for. I feel so relaxed & pampered. I will definitely be back here next time I visit Brooklyn.

I booked an appointment online in the morning for 3pm.
This is located in a quiet section near Prospect Park.
I walked in on a Wednesday afternoon around 2:45pm.
I was greet by everyone; cute little place.
Stella, who was recommended to me via friends, tend to me for a wax.
She explained the procedure to me, and then stated that she doesn’t double dip.
You feel relaxed here due to the friendly vibe that everyone gives off.
Quick and simple.
I picked the sensitive version because I did not wanted to be in pain for the rest of the day.
Afterwards, she used the tweezers (which she sprayed with alcohol to disinfect) to take out the short hairs.
Powdered up and I was good to go.
Overall appointment lasted 10 minutes.
Don’t forget to tip.
They do charge tax at the end.