Lush The Art of Hair

I have been in Indy for 5 days at a convention and needed a break from all the walking. I found Lush by searching on City Search and found it to be very worth while. It was be best deal in town, a cut and color for under $100.00. I was shocked for a smaller salon that the staff was very personal and very friendly. I do not like the big salons due to the way they rush you in and out of there so fast. Lush was very laid back and were glad you were there relaxing and enjoying yourself. It was a great experience and I will be back next time I am in town. Thanks again to the staff, you were great! Sincerely, Gina

Pros: Inexpensive, Good parking, Staff

Posted 03/15/06

Two weeks ago I read a comment about Danitas extensions in a magazine. I have to thank them for the advice. I got them last week. I have thinning hair and it has helped me a lot, people dont know what it is but they see something different on me. They are thinking that Ive changed my haircut! Now my hair is fuller, I wanted only volume not length (most of Danitas clients are looking for length). She also gave me the best haircut I have ever had! And as a bonus she used different tones of color and the result I got was unbelievable. I hope my posting will help others (fashion and beauty is very important for me).

Posted 03/03/06

I was looking for a new stylist and someone to do hair extensions. After talking to several people in the college town where I live, no one could do them the way that I wanted. So I got on the internet, read about Danita and Lush, made my appointment and drove from Bloomington three times to get my hair done. Carissa was wonderful in matching my color and talking with me about past hair experiences. Danita was awesome in doing my extensions that even my mom and my grandmother weren't sure what was my real hair and the extensions. I just found my new salon and highly recommend Lush to everyone!

Pros: Very Friendly Staff, Fantastic Service, Talented Stylists

Posted 02/27/06

After my first haircut in Indianapolis (from a chain salon) two years ago, I was in my office restroom on the brink of tears when a co-worker told me she had a good doctor. I made an appointment with Danita, she fixed my terrible cut, and I haven't seen anyone else since. Danita is a perfectionist, and her cuts allow me to leave the house with wet hair, and to extend the time between cuts when needed, because they grow out so well. When I decided to get highlights, I made an appointment and was amazed by how natural and seamless the color was. Friends even said, "This is what your natural color should be." Her color is as thorough and meticulous and she now has created her own wonderful salon.

Posted 02/11/06

Lush Salon was an awesome experience! I had my hair highlighted and cut and I love it! I arrived to the salon a few minutes early and met with Sheila who took the time to consult with me so I felt confident when she started my color. (This is always scary when you go to someone new!) After highlighting my hair she shampooed me and gave me a great haircut. I really appreciated how she took into consideration the fact that I dont have the time or skill for a high-maintenance hair style, so the cut I got is really workable for me to duplicate at home. Overall I had a great experience there. I highly recommend this salon!

Pros: Valet Parking, Atmosphere, Staff

Posted 02/08/06

I've also had my hair cut in Atlanta, Scottsdale, and Denver and enjoyed my Lush experience as much as I've enjoyed my salon experiences in other cities. Last week Jessica cut my hair and she was incredibly nice and full of helpful hair tips. It was the first time I'd visited this salon and was impressed by friendly service. Sure, the place looks nice, too, but it's the service that matters and Jessica was great. I would certainly go back.

Pros: Lots of Parking, Fantastic Service, Great Hair Products

Cons: A Bit Pricey

Posted 01/31/06

This salon is fabulous. It is a bit on the expensive side, but it is well worth it in my opinion. I don't mind paying when I get great results. I also have longer hair so coloring is a bit more expensive for total color. I had a seriously horrible cut at another salon and Carissa fixed it perfectly. It looks exactly how I wanted it to look before I went to the other salon. I also got a color which looks fabulous. I don't think my hair has ever looked so good. My hair seems to be hard for stylists to cut due to it's curlyness, but she knew just what to do. I was not pressured to do anything I didn't want to due or pressured to buy their product (which was nice for a change). Great Salon. Very Professional and Friendly.

Pros: Easy Parking, Very Friendly Staff, Talented Stylists

Cons: Expensive

Posted 01/30/06

Lush is one of the finest Salons in Indianapolis! When I walked in, it felt like I was in Miami! The atmosphere is breathtaking; the staff is friendly and welcoming. Their Services are what you would expect from a top notch Salon. I had Highlights/Haircut and my hair is perfect! My Stylist told me that education is key for their staff, and it shows! I could go on, but see for your self, to the people that commented on their bad experience, how about giving them the chance to fix your "problem" You ever heard the saying, one "bad" meal at a restaurant, doesnt make it a bad restaurant? Seems like you would not be pleased at any Salon!

Pros: Experience, Price

Posted 01/28/06

I was definitely in a hair rut, so I decided to try a different salon. I went to Lush based in part on the citysearch reviews...I was quite pleasantly surprised! They gave me a fantastic haircut and totally reshaped my brows to open-up my eyes! For the quality of service that was given, I do not think their prices were high...higher than what I would pay out here in the 'burbs, but definitely worth it. Everyone that I encountered at the salon were professional and friendly.

Pros: Easy to find, On Time, remarkable results

Posted 01/27/06

I was not impressed. I've lived in Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, Denver, Vegas, and Scottsdale and had great stylists in all of those cities. My cut at Lush was actually the most I've ever spent for a haircut, so I had high hopes. Unfortunately high prices doesn't always mean impressive results. I felt like did a better job styling my hair than the licensed stylist at Lush. I looked better when I walked into the salon than when I walked out of it. The service was good, excpet my stylist seemed more focused on telling me about the Prive products than cutting or styling my hair. She didn't really listen to what I wanted. Lots of money for a mediocre cut. If you like to be treated with respect but have low expectations for your hair, I'd recommend Lush. Otherwise, keep looking.

Pros: nice service, nice salon, good parking

Cons: expensive, mediocre skill

Posted 01/26/06

I hadn't heard anything about LUSH but at 6:55 p.m. on a Monday night, I was bound and determined to. All of us girls know how that is! I knew that my chances of getting an appointment at any salon would be slim, so I called LUSH to see if they could fit me in. When I arrived Danita and Carissa were so welcoming. I told Carissa about my challenges and she offered solutions to ensure my hair would look great. Carissa was able to tame my wild mane! I have that odd curly hair that I like to wear stick straight one day and curly the next. She offered up some great tips on how to tease my hair to add more body. I think that LUSH is very blessed to have Carissa working for them. I plan to recommend, repat, and increase business with LUSH.

Pros: Great Value, Great Stylists, Nice Ambience

Cons: Difficult Parking

Posted 01/25/06

I moved from Texas and am extremely skeptical of new places, deals, and searching things out on the internet and most of all letting people deal with my hair. I find someone and then stick with them, so I did my research and found Jessica at Lush on the city search profile and had a gut feeling that she was it, and boy was I right!! My first time visit was incredible. Not only is she a color genius taking me from a red to a beautiful blonde, looking like I popped out of the womb with golden locks!! But she gave me a cut that changed everything! The atmosphere is great, theres free valet parking and the price is way worth the results...What more can you ask for?? I know its one of the hardest tasks to find new hairstylist, but have no fear putting your trust in Jessica!!!

Pros: Great Parking, Nice decor, Jessica

Posted 01/14/06

After years of receiving and complaining about my bad haircuts, my friends finally had enough of it and demanded that I go to Lush at Keystone at the Crossing. Reluctantly I went but did not have high hopes. I have to admit that I went into the salon that day expecting to receive an "o.k." haircut at a not so "o.k." price - but I was wrong. The attention I received from the woman who work there was like nothing I have ever received from a salon before. They took the time to consult with me to fully understand what I was looking for - and the result was an amazing cut! I was extremely impressed by their talents. I now tell my friends that it was the best piece of advice they have ever given me.

Pros: Experience, Patience, Location

Posted 01/12/06

It's easy to feel comfortable in this cozy salon even for a shy person like me. My stylist, was on time, professional and practically psychic about what I was looking for in a new hairstyle. She has a gift, I swear. I couldn't articulate how I wanted my hair cut exactly but she totally got it and gave me some simple styling tips that are really flattering. She didn't try to push products on me and patiently answered my billion questions without seeming annoyed. The complimentary head/neck massage was a nice touch. I walked in there feeling self-conscious and nervous and walked out feeling fabulous- for real. I am always happy to support conscious businesses like Lush that are good to their employees and the environment, but it helps a lot that the service and quality is excellent, too. I'm definitely going back!

Pros: Personality, location, price

Posted 01/12/06

I went to Lush Salon last week and was very impressed. Danita cut my hair and gave me the best cut I've ever had. I have gone to several salons and just wasn't satisfied, until I went to Lush. The staff was very friendly and they made me feel right at home. Danita was very confident in what she was doing. I was impressed that she didn't use clippers and was able to show off the skills she has with the scissor over comb technique. I will definitely be back to see her and the rest of the salon staff!

Pros: Staff, Interior, Cost

Posted 01/02/06

I have lived in Indianapolis for 1.5 years and still drive to Carmel to get my hair cut by my favorite stylist. No more! I used CitySearch to locate an option closer to home and was thrilled with the results. Lush is an upscale looking/feeling salon, and the people are very friendly. No hip city snobs. I got an appointment with Carissa because she had an immediate opening, and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. She's the most junior stylist there, but did an amazing job. She listened, and she cleared all her recommendations with me as she was cutting. I walked out with a fabulous cut that is ready to wear today and totally reproduce-able on my own. There was no pressure AT ALL to buy products, additional treatments, etc. The best part--it cost $45!

Pros: chic, inviting, clean

Posted 12/29/05

I was amazed by the treatment I received at Lush. I have been to salons before that are so institutionalized that you are only a number. At Lush, I was treated with the utmost care and prestige. The atmosphere was great, the people were friendly. I would recommend this place to anyone for a cut, color, or whatever you may desire.

Pros: attitude, cost, location

Posted 12/25/05

This is such a fabulous salon. Everyone working there is pleasant and really knows how to work with all hair types. I had my hair cut and colored and it has never looked better. I have never been treated so well in a salon! The staff here is so great and talented, too! I had my hair and eyebrows done and each was a great experience. I have been going to the same dull place for years and i have now found a salon that has passion! I looked so good. I found a new salon!

Pros: Valet Parking, Atomsphere, Coffee

Posted 12/22/05

I highly recommend her highlights. Having dark brown hair, its very hard to find the right mixture of colors to avoid the skunk look. She was very informative on what colors would work well with my natural hair color, and did exactly what she explained. She blended a mix of cinnamon, gold, and light brown, and it looks great! I have never had so many complements on my hair. People I dont know come up to me and ask were I had my hair done. Danita also gave a very thorough explanation of what kind of products would work best with my hair to achieve the style I was going for. Though I was slightly hesitant on purchasing the Prive' products she recommended, I was amazed at the salon quality hair styles I now can do at my own home.

Pros: Skill, Friendly, Knowledgble

Posted 12/22/05

I went there with two of my friends and we were in a wedding. It was our first visit and we were treated like royalty. I have always been nervous about coloring and cutting my hair due to my past experiences. I went to Lush (I found it through this website) I was so nervous that I even bought in a book of pictures circled with hair cuts and color that I liked. Carissa was so sweet she calmed my nerves and listened to what I wanted. She worked her magic and, I came out looking like a MOVIE STAR!!!! MY BOYFRIENDS JAW DROPPED when he saw me. Since my new look I get nothing but compliments about how great my hair looks. Everyone wants to know with who I got my hair done with ... I just smile and say Carissa, she's the best..... lol

Pros: Stylists, Location, Price

Posted 12/20/05

Im a model and am very particular about who cuts my hair. I have had my hair done by the best stylist around the globe, and I am now living in Indianapolis. My agent told me to go to Danita who owns LUSH I have heard of her through other model friends of mine when I was abroad living in Parisand she is truly a world class hairstylistand everything I have been told. The salon had a very pleasant atmosphere as well, and no matter where I move to for work I will make sure to book trips back to Indy just for Danitas hair cuts! Shes Fabulous!

Posted 12/09/05

After experiencing several salons in Indianapolis that were overpiced, not very good, or both, I finally landed on this gem. I got full highlights and a cut, and my hair looks fabulous!!! These are some of the best highlights I have ever had. Danita did my hair and was VERY patient and did an excellent job in communicating my options and all of the pros and cons of each choice. I LOVE it. It felt so good to sit in front a stylist and not feel rushed and pressured about what I wanted. In addition, I got a massage and conditioning treatment for free as part of the total experience. This place is fabulous, and I plan on recommending it to all my friends!

Pros: Location, Price, Environment

Posted 12/07/05

I don't usually take the time to write reviews, but in this case I must. I searched for someone great with highlights and color, and i found Danita i went, expecting to be traumatized the way I'd been in my previous attempts at other stylists' salons, but i was thrilled before, during, and after. Danita was reassuring and skillful, and my hair color looks better than it ever has.
This salon is great for both great cuts/styles and expert color. Very hard to get both within a reasonable price. Here you got it!! Do not expect a pretentious atmosphere, but do expect a chic salon with lively and entertaining stylists. GREAT PROFESSIONALS. I highly recommend Lush salon.

Pros: Valet Parking, DVD's, WiFi

Posted 12/04/05