Classical Concepts Salon & Spa

After moving to the area, this is the 4^th place I tried for eyebrow waxing. I won’t be going anywhere else. Pricing is on par with other places but the spa experience surpasses its competitors. Moira was great. It was a true consultation and wax. Relaxing environment. I’ve never used Aveda products but would still go back here.

I admit I usually come here when I’m suddenly desperate for a cut, because they have so many stylists and it’s easy to get an appointment, and I expect a better result than a mall shop. I’ve had a few good cuts here, but the last time I got a cut and partial highlights. The girl took her time doing the highlights and I think they came out great. The cut she gave me was mediocre, though. Is it partially my fault? Maybe after 2 hours in the chair for highlights I just wanted to leave and didn’t explain what I wanted well enough.

Absolutely phenomenal massage with Laurel. Relaxing and just perfect. I can’t wait to comeback for another one in a few months

I always dread getting my hair cut because I usually hate it, but I got my hair cut by Rene on Saturday and love it so much! She did exactly what I wanted and in under an hour. I’m so happy to have found a place that I trust!

I am very happy with my experience at Classical Concepts Salon. I have been seeing Julie for salon and spa services for years and have never been disappointed. She makes sure to take the time to listen to exactly what it is you’re looking for from your experience and has always exceeded my expectations. Not only do I think she is both talented and knowledgable but she is also extremely personable which always makes for an enjoyable experience. I would absolutely recommend a visit with Julie!

I recently had a wonderful experience at classical concepts AVEDA salon in saratoga. I was visiting family for easter weekend and I was lucky enough to get Dena for a pedicure and Nyssa for a haircut. They both really took their time with making sure all my needs were met! Between the great pedicure and relaxing scalp massage and haircut I would recommend everyone to see these girls!!!

Since my hairstylist (Brad) has left this place, I vowed to never come back to Saratoga’s Aveda. The last time I was here, I came in to get a haircut and color with Brad, only to find out that he was no longer employed there. Front staff convinced me to try another hairstylist, and since I drove all the way out here, I figured why the hell not? Worst decision ever.
I had wanted to dye my hair a vibrant red, but then the hairstylist talked me into going for a more subdued red. She told me that if I didn’t like it, I could always come back and try another shade. I said okay, and then waited literally two hours for her to do the dye job. It took so long that she didn’t even have time to give me the haircut that I had come in for with the dye job. To make it worse, the red dye job that took two hours to do didn’t even show up! She said my hair was dark, but that you could tell it was red under a certain angle in the light. Yeah. Okay.
Since it was closing time, I decided to just shut up and have her get over with the blow dry. She asked that I come back the next day for the hair cut, and I just never bothered to show up again. Over $ 200 and two hours I’ll never get back but whatever. Curse you Brad for leaving me to have to fend for my hair again. It took me FOUR YEARS to find a hairstylist and colorist I loved, and now I have to look for another one again.

Service is mediocre. I have been to this location a couple of times, and I haven’t been impressed yet. During my last visit, I had a hair cut and color. The stylist could use more training! I asked for a one length cut and a simple color. I got an uneven hair cut (which I had to get fixed by their senior stylist), and color which turned a brown orange color a couple of days later. I thought their standards would be higher since they are associated with a quality product (Aveda).
The worst thing about this place was when my friend came in for a simple eye brow wax (five minute service) with her four month old baby. She was told that they would refuse her service in the future if she ever came in with her baby again. First of all, her daughter wasn’t fussy or crying. Second, I understand Classical Concepts is a «spa» but they only have one room in their back room. Why would you claim you are a spa if you can only accommodate one person at a time?
This place needs a major make over and new stylists! Better yet, it might just need «Tabitha’s Salon Takeover»!!!

I just got a great haircut here a couple weeks ago. For $ 35 I was greeted warmly, I got a scalp massage with essential oils, a shampoo and a cut with a full blow dry. All with Aveda products, no pressure to buy anything and in a pleasant environment. I will totally be back — maybe even schedule a visit with my mom. There is parking right behind the salon near Banana Republic which they validate so no worries about the car while you get your treatments, either!

If you need a Brazilian, go see Dina. She’s quick, gentle, and has a good sense of humor that makes the whole situation much less awkward. She also uses hard wax, which IMHO is less painful than the alternatives.

This salon carries Aveda products, which is a big deal for me since I love their products. The salon is reasonably priced and boasts a modern and comfortable atmosphere. I also found a hairdresser who listens to my wants and offers helpful suggestions that work for my hair. I have only gotten haircuts and have been pleased, but have plans for color in the immediate future.

Love Aveda as a company– their environmental and health consciousness– and this salon and spa is great as well!
I have received many (more than 10 probably?) facials here, by both Moira and Deana (?). Moira is very in tune with what your skin tells about your lifestyle/​diet and is great to talk to about it. Deana provides a very relaxing facial experience.
It would be nice if there was more of a spa area with room to relax, but I think that the experience and products used trumps that need.
I used to get my hair cut here but followed my stylist to another salon. Their products are fantastic as well.

I do not use the services, but as an Aveda addict, I do purchase products from here. This is a full service Aveda salon, so they are in stock of every product imaginable. I never leave empty handed.

This salon has actually been around forever, but it was located in a teeny space on the second floor of a building on the north end of Braodway. The new location is nice, earthy, and spacious. Parking is convenient, too (validated lot, there’s always space available). It’s an Aveda salon with a pretty good selection of hair care and other beauty products. They also offer massages and facials. It’s pricey, but worth it. You get tea while you wait and your choice of a scalp, hand, neck, or other massage before your cut starts. I choose to get my hair cut here instead of in NYC, even though I live there. Gift cards from here make great gifts!

Worst hair and make-​up experience ever. I paid $ 115 to go home and re-​start myself from scratch.
My hair was caked so thickly with hairspray (and I was coughing and choking during the spraying) that the curls were heavy and all drooped out by the time I got home from the salon. The stylist didn’t do anything to my swoopy bangs… didn’t brush, curl, or anything. Just left ‘em.
The make-​up was worse. I didn’t think it was possible to cake that much foundation on a face. It was thick and disgusting. My eyes had dark circles on them from the eye shadow falling off.
To make the entire experience the worst ever, the stylist didn’t smile once. She also didn’t talk to me at all. She was a huge debby downer!
I wouldn’t risk it, folks.
The reason I’m giving this salon a 2 (versus a 1) is that Jen is a wonderful mani pedi gal. She’s worth every penny.

Just visiting town for a few weeks and my hair was fuzzy and out-​of –control — all this rain, I guess. Made a quick appointment with this salon and they got me in that day with Rachel. She was great!
I just wanted a trim and she did a fabulous job. Very professional & a good listener.
A tad pricey at $ 45. for a quick trim but it was an overall very pleasant and professional experience.

I moved here 8 months ago, from San Francisco, where I had a fabulous hair stylist. So, of course, I kept putting off trying a new place here. And I did manage one trip back to SF, where I was able to get a cut. Finally, enough was enough. I called Classical Concepts, asking for a same day appointment for hair and nails.
The manicure was very nice — my hands were in bad shape, having not had a manicure in 8 months either. The woman who did my nails was fabulous. Their basic manicure ($ 25) includes a soothing hand massage. My nails look great, I felt very relaxed.
Next the hair — I didn’t specify a stylist since I was new to the salon. I was referred to Jess. I told her I wanted to keep my long-​ish hair, but needed it re-​shaped, since it had been 4 months since my last haircut. She understood completely and gave me as great a cut & style as I ever had with my old (favorite) hairstylist. My hair looks and feels fabulous and I couldn’t be happier. I’ll definitely be back.

i’ve not had a bad time here ever. i’ve only ever gotten my hair cut, nothing else, but you get a head-​neck-​shoulders massage with your hair cut! and it’s a pretty reasonable price.
i hit it off with my hairdresser right away and the year or so that i was going to her was the best hair year of my life. i was really good about scheduling appointments because she gave me a great cut and i really liked talking with her.
i’ve since moved from saratoga and it’s just about time to get a trim. i know i’m going to go to an aveda salon since i had such a good experience at classical concepts, but i’m still nervous.

I have to say that I wasn’t too impressed by the service at this salon/​spa. I, too, walked in on a whim and was given the unfortunate experience of being completely ignored upon entry. When I inquired about services, I was told to look at the brochure, not actually given explanations or pricing. I felt in the way and completely ignored. I hope to visit their new location at the Crossgates Mall when it opens, but until then, if you are looking for superior customer service, you may want to go somewhere else.

A fairly new addition to downtown Saratoga, the Classical Concepts Salon & Spa is a member of the Aveda family. You can catch a glimpse of the Aveda products along with a wall fountain in one window and in the next window you can see into the salon.
I decided to try out this salon/​spa on whim. I walked in, looked around, happily found a booklet with all of the service information as well as prices so that I did not feel uninformed when I went to the desk to see if I could get an appointment. I decide that I would like to try a hand treatment since I was suffering from the pain of dry winter skin. Every treatment listed sounded great. I was able to get an appointment within a couple hours, perfect. I got to wander, shop and eat downtown before my appointment.
When it was time for my appointment, I got to select a scent to be used for my 40 minute Caribbean Thearapy Hand Treatment. Their description of the treatment: Rejuvenating services include proper maintenance and grooming of cuticle and nails, customized exfoliation, personalized massage and masque. They also included polish and it last for way more than 40 minutes (the treatment, not the polish). My manicurist was friendly and knowledgeable. She is also a hair stylist, so I was able to ask her about the Aveda products for hair as well as their other products. I felt pampered and my dry hands were baby bum soft when I left. The products smelled soooo good. Another woman was getting a manicure next to me at the next station so she and her manicurist kept me entertained with all of their chit chat, so be aware that you are not guaranteed privacy when getting any hand treatments.
I would love to go back again to try some of their other services. Don’t forget to check out their website: