Eskandalo! Hair Salon

Address:	12 W 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015, USA
Phone:	+1 610-625-9100
Site:	eskandalohair.com
Rating:	4.7
Working:	Closed 10AM–9PM 12–9PM 10AM–9PM 10AM–8PM 10AM–6PM Closed

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Reviews 7

Alyssa Meadows

My previous hair stylist moved to Chicago, so I asked around and got several recommendations for this salon. Never have I hated a haircut so much in my entire life. I called ahead and asked who would be best for doing simple cleanup on my long layers, since their website discusses more alternative, avant-garde styling, and wanted to make sure I wasnt too normal for their aesthetic. The receptionist said "anyone could do it" but clearly, the stylist I had was completely incapable. I should have known better when the girl asked me if I wanted a wash before she cut my hair, or if just misting it was fine; I was an idiot to miss such a blatant red flag. She razored my hair from above my ears (which never looks flattering on fine, thin hair, so now I have a lovely halo of frizz everyday, thanks so much!) and thinned my hair beyond comprehension. She cut off 4-5 inches when I said I just wanted a trim and mainly came in because my bangs were getting too long. She didnt even touch my bangs until I asked her a 3rd (yes, 3rd) time, and when she finally did, she added more by pulling hair in from the middle of my scalp! She took away all the volume from my hair (which, as fellow pin-straight fine-haired folk know, is the most important aspect to maintain), and completely ignored my very simple request and quite honestly did what she wanted without any regard to my style. Never mind the fact that the next day I discovered the cut was not even in length on both sides. The worst part is, her botch job has ruined all the ways I used to style my hair. Its too thin now to stay in a braid or bun (my ponytail holder literally falls off within 5 minutes), and in a ponytail it looks like it was hacked to death by a 6 year old. I literally cannot style my hair in any flattering way, and Im stuck with it for who knows how long. Basically, she gave me a haircut that I would have gotten in an emo phase in high school, before I knew what a nice haircut was. And when I called to complain in tears after I realized that she had taken away more than half of my ponytail, they had the audacity to put her on the phone with me. The receptionist the next day was very sympathetic and gave me a refund and complimentary product, but it doesnt even come close to repairing the damage the stylist caused. If you want something asymmetrical, or alternative, maybe this is the place for you, but if you want simple and traditional, I wouldnt recommend this place to anyone after the complete disregard the stylist had for what I asked. If you cant honor what the customer wants, you shouldnt be styling hair. I dont understand what part of "I just need a trim" means "do whatever the hell you want" but thats clearly how Ashley interprets it.

Anonymous User

As a woman, there are SO many issues to navigate when choosing a hair stylist/salon. At Eskandalo, they take all the pretentious crap away and simply give you an awesome experience. You dont have to make an appointment. If you see a different stylist every time you come in, you dont get nasty looks from the other stylists. If you color your hair at home and just get your cut there, you wont be judged. Their hours are very convenient. You can be a man, a woman, 5-year old or 60-year old... they will give you a flattering and appropriate cut. You can see EVERYTHING about them on their website, so youre not surprised when you show up. The shop itself looks fantastic and doesnt have those weird posters of hair models on the wall that would look good in any color or cut. Oh, and great music is always playing. FINALLY, and most importantly, the service is excellent. Ive been there several times and have been *completely* satisfied every time with different stylists and different colors/cuts. For an extremely reasonable price, especially in the ABE area. Skip the pretentious salons and super cheap hair cutteries with horrible service and just go to Eskandalo! Youll be wishing you did so a long time ago. :) P.S. If you are looking for the current, most fashionable styles and color out there today, the staff is versed on it and give you that ultra-cool style in no time. :)

Carly Johnstone

Alison (owner) saved my butt for my wedding. After a bad experience with another salon, she did the hair and make-up (with a make-up artist that was also amazing) for myself, 3 bridesmaids and 4 flower girls at my home on super short notice. It was a 20s-30s themed event and everyone looked fantastic. She managed to schedule in a great consult at the salon a week prior to the wedding and to also refresh my color the day before the wedding. The costs were reasonable and her response time was excellent. She worked within my budget for the wedding itself and there was not one woman that wasnt taking selfies all night to capture how great they looked. I could not recommend the salon and Alison more highly and will be going to her from here on out.

Elle Ess

I have been coming here off and on since they opened. Everyone has always done great work on me. I go to Jeffrey, who has short, thick, curly hair like me and totally gets it. He has an artistic vision but always gives you what you want on top of that. Anyway, I call complete bullshit on that one-star review. Like were you paid to come here by Ripoff Report or what? 1. Why did you choose an alternative shop for a mainstream style? 2. Ummm its p basic to ask if you want a wash since dry cutting is super popular in recent years 3. How is it audacious to try to have the original stylist work out the issue with you???? 4. WHY DID YOU CHOOSE AN ALTERNATIVE SHOP #ijs. Great shop, highly recommend

peiceofmindxo

I have been coming here for a couple years now and I can tell you right off the bat. If youre looking for something simple and are not comfortable with getting away from the norm, even just a little, this place is not for you. While they have no problem accommodating to the simplest trims, you cant be disgruntled when you receive something you didnt expect. This isnt holiday hair and the stylist are truly passionate about their work. They also know what they are talking about when it comes to hair and will be able to answer your hair concern questions. The Gentlemen cuts in particular are the best in the area hands down. I will be going there later today in fact!

Stephanie Arot

I usually am cheap when it comes to getting my hair cut, and prior to yesterday hadnt gotten in cut for almost a year. I found Eskandalo online when looking up places near me and thought I would try it out. It was the best hair decision Ive ever made! Not only is the store absolutely awesome looking, the people who work there are wonderful. They are so friendly and laid back. My hair turned out even better than I was imagining and the haircut itself wasnt overly expensive. I will definitely recommend this store to everyone I meet and will be going there from now on for my hair cuts! LOVE IT!

Lo Smith

Ive been coming here since it first opened in 2000-something. Every stylist that comes through the doors is excellent, and I can trust them 100% with my hair. Allison, the owner, hires great listeners with distinct personalities who are always ready to give you what you want. Recently I saw Jeffery for a great cut and style and come back the next day for Harley to style it again for a wedding! I looked and felt awesome.