HAIR BY RAE in Brooklyn

Review №1

2021-08-19

First time customer. I got a silk press from Hair By Rae with Princess. I waited until I washed my hair to write this review, to see if I had any heat damage. No heat damage!First, I was trying to get a hair appointment before my trip abroad. Even though Raes books were filled, she said she will see if she can figure something out and give me a call back—and she followed through! Rae was very friendly and welcoming when I entered the salon as wellThe salon is small, but its so cute and clean! They also have light refreshments section for folks waiting on service (water, chips, a coffee machine). Rae gave me a *very* thorough shampoo—which I make a point because a lot of more expensive salons do not. Princess trimmed, blow-dried, and pressed my hair. Princess was not scissor happy at all. She took measures to not tug crazy on my head because I am tender-headed, and she alleviated my anxiety about heat damage. Plus we had good convo :). The only thing I wish was that my hair was a bit more glossy in the end, but thats not a complaint at all.Thankfully I live right around the corner from Hair By Rae so I feel like I finally found my hair salon homebase in Brooklyn! :)

Review №2

2021-11-21

This review comes after going to the salon for 5 months (from May 2021 - October 2021). I originally went to the salon to get Microlinks and enjoyed the installation and overall outcome. When I first received my kinky curly Microlink install, I got a full wash, deep treatment, blowout and trim. I trim my hair every 3-4 months at a professional salon. The trim I was given was ok/standard, but not how I prefer it/my regular stylist does it, hence I planned to not get a trim from here again, but would continue for Microlink maintenance. I informed the hairstylist of my hair history given I had heat damage in a certain section of my hair and was provided a set of hair products by my regular hairstylist that would reconstruct the hair. Keep in mind, no product will fully revert heat damage, even if its a reconstructor treatment (i.e. Olaplex, which I use). Im aware that it will have to be cut off over time, thus the reason for trimming every 3-4 months (plus for overall hair health I get trims seasonally).When my hair was initially being analyzed, after the deep treatment was wash out, I was informed that my hair is heat trained. I did question this analysis given Im very aware of my hair state, but continued to let the hairstylist analyze and proceed with the service. Since this analysis, I have gone to my regular stylist (Noel New York) for my routine trim and another hair salon that specialize in curly/kinky hair (Renaissance Salon in Harlem) and was informed that my hair is not heat trained, rather it was most likely dehydrated (lacking moisture) at the time of service. Thankfully my heat damaged ends have grown out since my installation in May 2021, albeit this was expected, to about 25% heat damage/75% natural curl and is in a much better state than it was 6 months ago.The outcome of the microlink extensions was great and I was very happy. I continued to go to the salon every month for maintenance as this is part of the service. In between maintenance visits, I took care of my own hair and had a diligent wash/style (braid-outs) routine. I made sure my hair was moisturized and did reconstructing treatments, as needed. I received many compliments throughout the duration of having the microlinks installed, I attribute that to the installation process and how I took care of the hair at home. I also recommended this hair salon to whoever asked me about microlinks.The overall salon is very clean, plays an awesome catalog of music and provides water and snacks. The commute was a pain point for me, given where I commute from, but overall was worth the travel given the microlink maintenance service was always quick. I do wish that during my maintenance I was able to leave with my braid-out fully dried and taken out, but due to the volume of hair extensions, this was not possible and I left with my hair in braids. Please see my other review for the microlink removal process.

Review №3

2021-12-10

It’s 3:00 am and I went on her site, and I realized I never left a review, RAE is amazing, she did my first micro-links on my birthday three years ago and then multiple touch ups, then another set and multiple touch ups, she’s such a doll.She’s very kind, professional and gives you what you need and want!You’ll never go wrong going to herSo proud of her, when I met her she was driving to her appointments, now she has a salon I love it I’m here for it.

Review №4

2020-08-09

This is a wonderful black owned business. The functionality of the website is great. I was very happy with my stylist and the cost, especially coming to my home. It’s Convenient, she brought all her tools with her, she kept her mask on and everything was sanitized. She was professional and fast. Customer service was incredible which is very important to to me. Thank you Hair by Rae for an amazing service!!

Review №5

2019-09-23

I had my first experience with Hair by Rae and I absolutely love my hair. I am usually NEVER fully satisfied with my hair and I can truly say I got out the chair in love. Dezzrae arrived on time and was very professional and sweet. She answered all of questions and even followed up later on with more helpful tips, products, and videos. I have been in search for a stylist for quite some time and I’m so happy I’ve found her! She has gained a lifelong customer.

Review №6

2021-01-18

I have had two appointments with Hair by Rae so far. The stylists were both extremely professional and did amazing work. I love the mobile service as well. It is so convenient! I will continue to be a customer and supporter of this business.

Review №7

2019-08-27

Had my first experience with Hair by Rae today and it was wonderful. Marie was the expert hair braider who came to our home. My daughter is very tender headed and we’ve had bad experiences in salons before. Marie created a really beautiful corn row style and was always checking in with my daughter to make sure nothing felt too tight. Very gentle and kind and a gorgeous style in the end.

Review №8

2019-11-08

Honestly, Ive been using Hair By Rae for almost 6 months now (braids and natural styles) and I love the service, diversity and have recommended Hair By Rae to several friends who have also been very pleased. Rae is always adding new styles and services and is thoughtful, communicative, and places the satisfaction of the client at 100. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

Review №9

2020-05-26

Late review but wanted to make sure I shouted out Hair by Rae for the awesome service.For my wedding in Nov 2019 I knew I wanted longer hair and wanted something that I could wear naturally being that my wedding was a tropical destination wedding. I did a lot of research about micro hair extensions and felt that would be the best way to go. After visiting a salon in person, I was astounded by how much not only the hair cost but how much the service cost as well. Something just didnt feel right. After doing some Google searches I came across Hair by Rae and decided to book a consultation. After speaking with Dezzera over the phone I felt so completely at ease. It was like talking to an old friend. I told her about what I was looking for and she was very transparent about costs and the different options I had. She wasnt pushy and I loved that she listened and had many different recommendations so that I didnt feel stuck with going with any one thing. In the next days or so I sent over pictures of my hair in its natural and straightened states so that she could accurately pick which hair type would be best for me. She then sent me a picture of the hair she would use and the costs for everything...which mind you was WAY cheaper and seemed more reasonable than what the salon I went to quoted me.Flash forward to the week of my wedding. Dezzera came to my apartment and proceeded to add in the tips. The process the smooth, comfortable since I was in my own home, and very relaxing. It took about 5 hours total with washing, drying, styling all included. It came out beautifully and exactly what I envisioned for my wedding.Thanks so much to Dezzera for the service and finished product. You are the best!!!

Review №10

2018-07-19

Wonderful experience using HAIR BY RAE, LLC from booking to the followup after I had my lemonade braids done. Lenny is a pure joy of a hair braider, she ensured I was comfortable with the experience and very efficient. I would recommend to anyone getting their hair braided to utilize the service of HAIR BY RAE. Thank you and I will be using your service again in the near future.