Rodolfo Valentin

After reading in New York Magazine site that his clientele has voted him with 10 points out of 10 and is highly recommended I wanted to see him as soon as possible. Undeniable Rodolfo Valentin of New York is the best hairdresser in USA.
In my trip to the big apple I was able to experiment his legendary talents and I must to say that I have deeply enjoyed his great haircut, his knowledge about hair color and most than all together the volume and length that he added to my hair with his unique hair extensions technique call Hair Infusion.
I look 20 years younger and my husband love me again.
I will have to commute to New York every 4 weeks, and after all, who cares ?

Posted 10/17/08

I visited the Rodolfo Valentin Salon after a second-rate up haircut left me feeling ugly and completely frightened to get anywhere near a pair of scissors. About my hair color, I have visited previously many top NYC salons for color as Frederic Fekkai, John Barret, Stephen Knoll and my color never was special, just OK. By far Rodolfo is the most excellent hair colorist in USA.
The staff was extremely courteous and understanding and Rodolfo did a fabulous job with my hair. I had never had the color quality I got from them. ?I LOVE MY COLOR?! Now I wouldn?t dream of going anywhere else. Rodolfo Valentin Salon is hands down the best of the best!

Pros: best hair color, best hair cut, best hair extensions, best hairpieces, best wigs

Posted 09/11/08

My own hairdresser recommended the Hair extensions by Rodolfo Valentin (that he named Hair Infusion) his patented trademark system, I was looking for somebody to make my hair like a Tyra Banks, Beyonce, or Naomi Campbell, because my style is exactly like them and for the first time in my life I am so happyyyyyyy!. They not only look so amazing but natural and are very healthy to put on!?.yes! believe or not, VERY HEALTHY!, they do not require the heat that burns my own hair as the other hair extensions systems ( and I have used the best, including great lengths). I would definitely recommend these to everybody who needs them.
The quality of the hair is beautiful, long, healthy and Rodolfo Valentin highlighted my own natural color using his magnificent hair infusions in different degrees of colors!. Nobody can be disappointed, I can?t believe how real the hair infusion feels, and the price very fair and competitive.

Pros: they are simply the best in everything they do

Posted 07/28/08

From 2003 I am coloring my hair, and although there are no similar statistics for products used in hair salons, and if it is true that the vast majority of women are hiding their gray as myself, most of the popular brands does not last long covering it and in a few days the gray color shows because the color wash out! As many of my friends I also even tried to do it myself buying the hair-coloring product from the drugstore.
After all that dependency I was ready to give up until I meet the legendary genius Rodolfo Valentin.

He explained to me that the major difference is that a professional colorist can custom blend a specific color and control the amount of peroxide used. With this conscious blending, the color will last longer. The only unavoidable problem is how much your hair grows, but the ?key? is to retouch only the roots and using only deposit colors.

I never expect that I will have the time to make this report, but after so many years he gave me back my ?hair happiness?. Thank you Rodolfo, artists like you should live forever!

Pros: ambiance, staff, best service and of course Rodolfo Valentinbest hairdresser in New York

Posted 07/18/08

I was diagnosed with breast cancer one year ago. My biggest fear was losing my hair. I am red haired and had lots and lots of hair. I got a list of places to go, but how could I know who was the right person to do my wig? I went to a couple of places and had made up my mind until through word of mouth from my friends the last place I went to was Rodolfo Valentin?s salon. I met Rodolfo and immediately felt his reassurance, the mastery of his craft and his great sense of style. As he shared with me his mother?s battle with cancer, I felt tremendous sensitivity and empathy of what I was going through. I knew he was the person I was going to trust to make me look whole again. Rodolfo fitted me and made not only a beautiful wig, but one that was ME. People who lose their hair want to look like themselves and this was Rodolfo?s biggest achievement. I?ve gotten millions of compliments on my hair and now that I?m parting with my wig as my hair is growing back, there are so many people who are stunned to learn that what I was wearing for the past 8 months was a wig. I am indebted to Rodolfo and everyone who works with him for making this traumatic and emotional process not only tolerable but at times made me smile. His permanent smile and patience to please me in any way was and will always be something I will be eternally grateful for.

Posted 06/16/08

Rodolfo Valentin has changed my life. As far as I know, Rodolfo is the creator of his own patented hair infusions. In my experience, this is the only hair addition that has not damaged my hair and there is no hair loss. This ?hair-infusion? technique has helped my hair to grow in much healthier and faster. Rodolfo is also the master in hair color and after several months my hair is no longer damaged by over-processing.

He is a perfectionist and treats your hair as if it was his own. I am fortunate to be a client of Rodolfo. Rodolfo and his staff have changed my life and his hair extensions are the best thing that ever happened to my hair! You are treated with tremendous sincerity, he is extremely accommodating and truly cares that you leave his salon beautiful and happy. No more insecurities, I look and feel beautiful everyday. Thank you to Rodolfo Valentin and his superb and talented staff!

Posted 04/25/08

I had the most fantastic experience!!!! I went into Rudolfo's salon and the maestro immediately reacted to the poor state of my hair which was severely over processed. He was very sympathetic and reassuring and said that he could help me correct the problem. The following day I had infusions done and I looked and felt like a new and different person. The infusions are matched to the original colour of the hair so they are not noticeable but instead provide a lush, thick head of healthy hair. That day I was transformed from a haggard person with thinning over processed hair to a much younger person with a head of thick hair and a style that was youthful and very flattering. I could have kissed his feet and even offered to do so at the time. I don't think I would ever be without my hair infusions and I am eternally greatful. Even if I had to live on the other side of the world I would visit the salon of Rudolfo Valentin to have my infusions maintained. He has changed my life; thank you so much!!!!!

Pros: Professional, attentive, caring

Cons: None

Posted 12/26/07

A HEAVENLY experience words cannot describe. 45 minutes in Rodolfo?s golden hands removed 25 years from my looks. His EXCLUSIVELY TRADEMARKED INFUSION HAIR EXTENSIONS SYSTEM IS THE ULTIMATE. Thank you Rodolfo and thank you to each and every talented and wonderful professional member of his staff! I could not be happier.

Pros: Everything about the experience

Cons: None

Posted 11/15/07

My girlfriend finally brought me to Rodolfo Valentin Salon. I was begging her to bring me, but looks like she didn't want to take responsibilities. She knows I am difficult with my hair and she was concern I would blame her if I don't like it. Also I didn't wanted to walk in by myself! ( I wanted Rodolfo give me special attention)...lately I realized that he is such a great person that it would be okay if I did. They take care of every single customer equally in opposite to other salons or hairstylists.
How I will rate my haircut?, 10 points!, probably the best I've ever had. I don't think I am going back to my former haircutter. Rodolfo has just something different about the whole concept, and he really delivers a good professional cut. The salon is nice, the staff is friendly, they even offered me wine while I waited, I would definitely recommend it!

Pros: Friendly staff, skilled hairstylists, right off shopping Madison Avenue

Cons: everything is perfect here!

Posted 03/07/07

I had heard of the hair designer Rodolfo Valentin for years, but never imagined such a wonderful salon experience with old world furniture and floor tiles. At this magnificent salon (other exist in the south shore of Long Island) there are junior stylists and colorists, as well as senior, designer, and high skilled stylists and colorists. Rodolfo Valentin is from Argentina, and you can read about him and his salons on his website. The NY salon, on the upper east in Madison Avenue, is an oasis of privacy and comfort. I also enjoyed my visit to his gorgeous Salon and Spa in Long Island where one floor is reserved for hair stylists and colorists, while in the upper floor is located one of the most beautiful spas for treatments, such as seaweed wraps and a multitude of massages, and manicures/pedicures, etc.
I chose a junior stylist, named Sasha, and a senior colorist, named Maritza. Sasha and Maritza spent a total of over four hours catering to my hair! Sasha literally cut and styled my hair two times -- before the colorist and after. And, Judith, the colorist's assistant, was extremely attentive, even bringing me gourmet coffee as my snack of choice. In fact, all of the staff at Rodolfo Valentin work as a team and are most hospitable and classy.

Pros: great hair coloring, best staff,everything is top at Rodolfo Valentin salon

Posted 03/02/07

I was desperate about losing my hair after the chemo treatments.
The mother of my friend Lucy told me about her experience and that she too found it to be very shocking losing her hair, but in her suffering she was very lucky to meet Rodolfo Valentin, who she calls ?the angel?. He gave her back her sense of self-esteem lost during her agony of losing her attractive hair. I rushed to see Rodolfo, and he is really an artist, and his expressions of love and concern for people in our circumstances is rewarding. He is also one of the best hairdressers in New York City, and one of the best hair colorists (there was a lot of people having their hair color done)?He offered me a loaner until my custom made was done and after few weeks he delivered to me a beautiful hair prosthesis designed to perfection. When I came to pick up the hairpiece his salon was full of people, but he didn?t mind to make others wait, he told me that ?in this moment you are more important for me?? I asked to Rodolfo why he is so particularly gentle and caring with people in our situation, and his answer with tears in his eyes was ?because Sofia my mother, also was in your situation, and she was the most important person in my life!??I could not hold my tears either! Rodolfo you got me as your client for the rest of your life. I cannot wait to have my hair back and have the excuse to see you more often! Good bless you!
he also has an exclusive hair prosthesis website that is not showing in here citysearch.
that website is: hairprostheses and I think ends with com

Pros: best hair prosthesis by the greatest hairdresser in new york

Posted 12/03/06

Rodolfo Valentin's salon is the best !
Rodolfo really understands women and gives you to sophisticated, secure look that exactly matches one's lifestyle and the individualized attention is matched by his excellent staff. He has created an unmatched method of hair "infusion" that not only looks great in the salon but is easily maintained at home.
Rodolfo rocks!

Posted 11/24/06

Ask yourself one question...do you love your hair? If so, there's only one person who will treat as carefully and with as much respect as if it were his own! Rudolpho Valentin! Not only is he a true artist at his craft, he commands an amazing team of specialists who treat your hair like it's gold. I have never had SUCH attention paid to my hair and you will not walk away feeling neglected, ignored, unheard, or unhappy. This is truly a place where your hair is the star of the show and the center of attention. After other (high priced!!) city salons left my long brown hair a bleached and sun-in-orange frizzy mess. . I was scared to recolor! I looked in citysearch for direction and couldn't believe how many people wrote such unwavaringly high reviews about this salon...so I took a chance. You should too! The salon is beautiful, relaxing and unpretentious. Rudolpho is charming and charismatic and makes you feel instantly at home! He addressed the "COLOR and CUTTING ABUSE! (his terms)" that were inflicted upon my hair! After fixing the base color, Rudolpho wanted to put in a very conservative caramel/honey highlight but I pointed to his awesome dolce pants and said - I WANT THAT COLOR BURGANDY! So I now have beautiful fun burgundy highlights that look classy, not trashy. As I sat and processed, the other 2 clients in the salon (both gorgeous shades of blonde they say that ONLY Rudolpho was able to create!) began to chat with me and told me how Rudolpho had saved their hair and they would ONLY trust their hair to him! He had suggested putting in his exclusive extensions to help me deal with the choppiness of my layers from the "cutting abuse" but I felt I couldn't afford them at the moment - HOWEVER - if I could - I would have done it. It's a fantastic system and LOOKS amazing! I HIGHLY recommend this salon - Rudolpho and his staff made me feel so welcome and special, and my color is so much fun! I can't wait to go back!

Posted 11/16/06

My mother has been going to Rodolfo Valentin since Rodolfo came to this country. It was my mother in fact, who took me there and Rodolfo's has been my current salon since then. I used to be a fanatic of Garren but Rodolfo Valentin is a hair color genius.
Another great thing about Rodolfo Valentin Salon is that it's way user-friendlier;fabulous gracious and you don't need to be someone important to get treated fabulously.
Rodolfo Valentin atmosphere is not a snobby, intimidating one.
Rodolfo Valentin is the best salon in New York. PERIOD

Pros: best salon in new york, best hair designer and staff

Posted 10/18/06

I am addicted to Rodolfo Valentin Salon where I get the best for my hair, my hair color, my haircut, my style and my soul (the atmosphere at this salon is very relaxing). Few days ago I also visited their unbelievable Salon and Spa in Long island. It is something very rare to find a beauty center to get all imaginable kind of services in one place. Before I found this unsurpassed Salon I was required to go to different places to be one hundred percent happy, my hair color in one shop, my haircut in another, now at Rodolfos where every service is twelve points (from one to ten) I really cannot believe how lucky I am!. Because I am also and spa enthusiastic, I can have everything in one network.. It is impossible to describe the beauty of the premises without seeing them, there are not enough words to describe this palatial grounds, the high quality of every service they offer, the warm welcoming and far above the ground experienced staff. At the end of my spa experience, Rodolfo was also there ( he is there Saturdays only), and he cut and styled my hair and what I can say if every talents of Rodolfo Valentin have already been told! That evening in a dinner with friends that I didnt see from the last two months they thought I had a face-lift! Even my husband turn out very romantic that evening! Thank you Rodolfo & staff!

Pros: best haircoloring, best haircut, best hairstyle

Posted 10/15/06

Before I left his georgeous salon Rodolfo told me: "if you are happy with your hair, let other people know by writting a review in citysearch, and I am here writting one. to begin Rodolfo is the key men to use for hair coloring. As a path to success is to make sure that the color looks good on you and Rodolfo is the only one that will make sure it happens.. Matching your hair color is principal, as a mismatch will be obvious. Rodolfo took me within a few shades of my natural hair color; and he also told me that some difference is acceptable, as it can create a nice subtle yet dramatic look, but any more than a few shades and the hair wont look quite right. He also told me that he could dye my hair with an entirely new color, but hair coloring for an executive women works best when its subtle, not when its a dramatic hair color change. Everybody is asking me what I did that I look younger and refreshed!

Pros: The warmest people rarely found in other salons are the right way to name his staff

Posted 09/16/06

I was really unhappy with my hair color until I meet Rodolfo Valentin. Ive been in every salon in New York City and I never got what I wanted. Rodolfo showed me that a good hair colorist can add spice and enhance my hairstyle and it is really enjoyable and pleasing when it comes out glittering. I agree completely with Rodolfo that a great hair color should look as natural as possible and it is a must that a good result should to include shine, drama and fun to your hair. Though most of the women color their hair to cover the gray hair, many others like my case are coloring the hair for the change of having a new look. Rodolfo has save myself tears and unwanted disastrous results as I was getting most of the time from other hair colorists.Rodolfo you are unique.

Pros: His clientele calls him the walking encyclopedia of hair

Posted 09/15/06

I haven't had my hair colored in years, because let's face it, it's scary trying to find a new colorist after growing out your hair from bad past color services! Also because coloring seems to really dry out my hair. It's been 10 weeks since my first visit to Rodolfo and his color and products are so moisturizing and nourishing - I swear not only will I never have my hair touched by anyone else but I will recommend this salon to my friends that truly worship their hair! (and to those who deserve to look as fabulous as I do!) "

Pros: everything is great at this salon (including prices)

Posted 07/08/06

Hair color, haircut and hair extensions are insuperable by none at Rodolfo Valentin salon. His highly trained professional hairstylists help you find the look that is right for your personality and lifestyle. Rodolfo, Edith, Maritza, Mitch, they all really are passionate about their work and I witnessed that they continue training to master the latest techniques in hair coloring and hair cutting circling around one point [elegance] and this is what I got an elegant, gorgeous and fun-young hairstyle that also suited me as individual. Rodolfo (handsome), warm and classy, his welcoming Asian managers and his entire staff makes you fill like you are in another time (when customer service was important). I have been weekly coming to this salon for the past 6 months and I always experience consistency of quality in every aspect. About prices, let me put this way you get the most for your money. I am writing this report after Rodolfo Valentin told me
dont tell me about how good we are, tell the people, and I said how I do? write a report in city search he answered.

Pros: hair coloring, hair cut and hair extensions unique

Posted 06/30/06

I am from LA. I was searching for years for a really true hair designer. I found the answer to my eternal question about who-is-the-best just looking in the mirror after accidentally finding Rodolfo Valentin while visiting New York with my husband's frequent business trips there.
After meet Rodolfo I became my husband official travel companion to New York every two months. I want to everybody know that when it comes to getting great hair; dont look any further than Rodolfo. He is the one who can determine your haircut by your face. As he says: everyones face is different and its important to understand that every hairstyle is not for every face shape. To accentuate balance and beauty, strive for a hairstyle that works with your particular face shape. That strategy will not only give you your best look, but also emphasize your best features. If you are not lucky enough to live close to his salon like me, probably you will make up reasons to visit New York often as I do.

Pros: I wish I live closer to Rodolfo Valentin Salon

Cons: nothing is negative there, everything is just superb

Posted 06/30/06

Haircut extraordinaire is Rodolfo Valentins high merit. He really puts the scissors in the right spot leaving no room for mistakes, so there is no time spent fixing it afterwards. He gave me the best haircut I ever got just in minutes. As Rodolfo told me: I dont spent half a day giving a haircut, so I dont need to charge a fortune to give you a good oneand it is true that I paid a third of what I used to pay sitting for an hour and the results are double as good! I got cut, shampoo, conditioner, a delightful minutes of cranial massage and a wonderful finishing for the comfortable cost of 275.Not only that, I was advised that it is the first time cost, next time same package will cost me 225! Congratulations Rodolfo, you are making women beautiful but also their life easier! JanethBarth@hotmail

Pros: Rodolfo best haircut

Posted 06/21/06

I found this salon by typing in "Best Colorist" "New York" on Google.com. After reading all the rave reviews, I now find myself writing one! I've been to Rodolfo's salon twice: once for highlights and the second time for a haircut. His team is so welcoming and fabulous. There is such a good vibe throughout the whole salon. Rodolfo is a master at his craft. He looked at my hair color and prescribed the perfect color palette. Michel got my highlights to blend in naturally and look radiant. Every snip from Rodolfo's scissors was like second nature. The wigs and hair extensions on display are amazing. I've never seen anything like them. Rodolfo explained his patented hair extensions to me and how they were designed to be undetectable. I saw another client with extensions that looked like her own! I've always wanted long hair so I'm tempted to try that next! If you want a glamorous and elegant look, this is the place to go. No trendy music and inexperienced stylists... Just pure expertise!

Posted 06/19/06

I am a customer of Rodolfo Valentin since the day he opened his shop on Long Island. I moved to the city 12 years ago and tried many of the top salons without any satisfaction. My only choice was to make the commute back to Long Island so that I could be happy once again with the style genius of Rodolfo Valentin. After much persuasion I convinced him to open a salon in New York. I see him every week he handles my color, extensions and style and to sum it up he truly has "golden hands". I live down in Gramacy Park and I don't mind the ride up to 78th and Madison knowing that I will feel like a million dollars when I leave his salon. His staff is exceptional, friendly informative and knowledgeable. If Rodolfo is on vacation I am secure in knowing one of his trained staff can handle my needs as they are all trained by Rodolfo.
Susan Goldfarb

Pros: unique color and services for the right price

Cons: In 25 years as client I never had a bad experience

Posted 06/16/06

Today was very exciting day for me. I had heard of the Rodolfo Valentin Salon & Spa for years, but never imagined such a wonderful salon experience with antique furniture and floor tiles. At this magnificent salon in the south shore of Long Island, (the other location is in Madison Avenue in the upper east side of New York city), there are junior stylists and colorists, as well as senior hair designers, great stylists, and high experienced colorists. Rodolfo Valentin is from Buenos Aires (Argentina), and you can read about him and his salons on his website: www.rodolfovalentin.com The Long Island salon, on 137 Cedarhurst Avenue, the lure town in the south shore of long island, has multiple floors. One floor is reserved for hair, one for spa treatments, such as seaweed wraps and a multitude of massages, and one for prepare the delicious spa meals.
I chose a senior stylist, named Maritza, who is from Bolivia, and a junior colorist, (under Maritza instructions) named Maria. Maritza and Maria spent a total of over four hours catering to my hair! Maritza literally cut and styled my hair two times -- before the colorist and after. And, the colorist's assistant, was extremely attentive, even bringing me gourmet coffee as my snack of choice. In fact, all of the staff at Rodolfos work as a team and are most hospitable and classy.
. Whether you live in NYC, NJ, CT, Upstate NY, LI, or beyond, it's definitely worth making a reservation for a hair styling, superb hair color, or upscale spa service at Rodolfo Valentin Salon & Spa. Call 212.327.4227 if New York, or 516.569.0574 if you are closer to Long Island Salon.
If you are consulting about hair for first time, try to have your first consultation with haircolor authority Rodolfo Valentin, after he will assign the "perfect" person for your hair color job.

Pros: My bill was 1/3 less than other similar status

Cons: I didn't find any down part

Posted 06/16/06

I enjoyed reading the reports on Rodolfo Valentin. I've been seeing him for the past month. I am more than satisfied and grateful for the service I received as well as the georgous color I had since I went to him. I love everything he's done. About the prices??? I firmly believe that the amount I paid is more than just reasonable.. for $565 I got a lot of services - color, highlights, cut and blow - which i believe would cost me twice from other high end salons.Whenever I visit his salon I leave with peace of mind...Finally I found the best salon in New York. Thank you Rodolfo for giving me the hair I've always dreamt of!!!!!

Pros: Excellent service superb location reasonable price

Posted 06/16/06

I was very impressed by the actual service that they provided but I was less than impressed with my bill.
I specifically said that I wanted a newer stylist when I booked because I couldn't afford more, I mentioned that AGAIN when I did the consultation and end result? I got the MOST expensive, Senior Stylist they had. I was quoted Mid-100's.... I left having paid almost $500. I will not be going back despite a great coloring.

Pros: Nice Salon, Good Location

Cons: Communication is missing

Posted 06/15/06

Rodolfo is probably the only conscious hairdresser in the city. He gave me my hair back previously burnt by others inexpert (and very expensive) so-called hair colorists from very famous salons. Rodolfo took me into his exclusive hair infusion. I got again the length and volume previously lost, and thanks to his healthy and safe hair coloring methods, after one year my hair grow up healthier also with a great color. I am writing this review to show my gratitude and recognition for his professionalism and to other disoriented people to find out where really is the place to go

Pros: Rodolfo Valentin, blessed hands

Posted 06/12/06

I definitely agree with all these testimonials about Rodolfo. He really is the best for hair extensions in New York (also for color, he saved my very damaged hair by a famous colorist!)His exclusive extensions systems that he calls infusion are the best. I found him while surfing this website. I was so fascinated by the great testimonials about him in this site that I made an appointment for consultation, and it was the best thing I did in my life, my hair never was healthy and gorgeous like now! Citysearch congratulations your postings are very accurate.

Pros: great talent, great service, great prices ( more for less)

Posted 06/12/06

Rodolfo Valentin is without any doubt the supreme hair cutter in the city. Thanks to him I got back again the glamour and charm previously given away in the hands of other famous (and very expensive= 350/400 dollars) hairdressers. Now, thanks to Rodolfo I can just wash and wear, and at the half of the price!, worth every penny!!. I also noticed a lot of people getting highlights extremely happy with the results!. Next, I will try my color there.

Pros: ELEGANT AND RELAXING "SPA" LIKE ATMOSPHE, VERY OLD WORLD CHIC

Posted 06/07/06

"Rodolfo Valentin may have the requisite foreign accent, but he is not your typical celebrity hair stylist, or designer, as they prefer to be called now". (This is how the prestigious Robb Report) my favorite magazine started the great editorial about the best hairdresser for guys Ive ever found and the reason why I decided to pay a visit to his Salon. Every word in that article was true. He followed the trends in fashion and gave me a new look keeping my personality untouched. Rodolfo prefers long hair but he also
Accepted my preference for shorter style and his artistic hands conferred to my hair a sophisticated look. He really knows how to please a client and if people says that women are difficult, I think men are more hard to please, specially when we want a lot of hair job done without showing! Rodolfo you got me.

Pros: great for guys

Posted 06/01/06

I've previously visited Rodolfo Valentin Salon but in sad circumstances...few days ago it was for happy circumstances, and having the hair done at his salon was the perfect complement to the wonderful dinner we have later. We got the best hair extensions in town , cut and color. everything is top at this salon, including the fabulous, caring staff!. Best salon in New York!

Cons: gently, classy, sweet heart

Posted 05/30/06

Rodolfo told me that sometimes he gets a new client whose hair color needs correction, and it happens because the technician didnt understand what she wants and fault in recommending what is the right job for her. Like my case, my hair was deeply hurt by very famous colorists that were giving me the wrong color, so it was easy for them to cover the mistake with a dark color and start all over again pulling out highlights already previously bleached, darkened later and getting bleached again! I was obliged to use a lot of heavy conditioner to give my hair a decent silky texture otherwise it was like straw! Rodolfo instead, when it comes to re-touching, only pick up the same pieces of bleached hair and never mix the light ones with the dark ones, he avoids overlapping color and bleaching. He really knows what he is doing!

Cons: he knows what you wan, he knows what to do, he knows what's doing

Posted 05/19/06

I finally got the color I want from Rodolfo Valentin! It cost me time to find him! Why is nobody saying anything about him? Is everybody afraid that he will get very busy? Many of my friends told me that the most important aspect of getting your colorist to give you the color you want is communication, and I tried that with every colorist in New York City, but it did not work! When the colorist does not know to do better, there is no way to get what you want (and I used most of the so-called BEST). When I walked into Rodolfos Salon at Madison Avenue, I was shaking I immediately relaxed when I realized that we were sharing the same vision, with no room for misinterpretation.

Pros: NONE PROS, NONE PROS, NONE PROS

Cons: BEST COLOR, BEST HIGHLIGHTS, BEST HAIRCUT

Posted 05/11/06

Definitely there are not better hair extensions that the hair infusion technique of Rodolfo. They are lightweight, not heat used to attach them as the most of the systems do avoiding burning my natural hair, and overall my hair is growing healthier I am in showbizs industry and believe me, Ive tried them all and infusions are the best. warning, Ive noticed that many other salons are promoting hair infusions and I asked to Rodolfo about it, he said presently he has not trained or giving the authorization to others to do it, (this is a intellectual property trademarked by Rodolfo) so if you are not careful you can ended up with the old systems burning your own hair.

Pros: all, all, all

Cons: none, none, none

Posted 03/24/06

Vogue magazine dictated it: "the ponytails are the fashion-style for this 2006 spring.
I run to my haircolorist Rodolfo Valentin to find the solution for my short hair.

Because there is not time for me to let it grow, I consulted with Rodolfo for the fastest way, and it was a custom made ponytail that exactly fits and matches the texture and color of my own hair. IT IS REALLY INCREDIBLE! It goes freely on my head and easy to attach, I just have to pull through my own hair and voila!!!!!!! The good thing is that I can still have my short style when I want it!

Pros: excellence, excellence, excellence

Posted 02/10/06

Rodolfo Valentin Ponytails are the best!, after reading the February issue of Vogue about Ponytails as a fashion style for any time of the day, I realized that I have a problem " I don't have enough hair to put in a pony",I rushed to Rodolfo Valentin Salon who happens to be the best colorist and haircut designer in Madison Avenue ( I've been upside down Madison Avenue and I cannot find an equal), but also the best hairpieces maker in the world. In few days, he hand-made a ponytail that is the envious of all my friends, and "I do not need a rubber band to hold it" as other hairstylists suggested in the Vogue article...Rodolfo has an unique pony built in a way that my own hair would go through and blend!!!. Everybody thinks it is my own hair!!!
Rodolfo, YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY A GREAT ARTIST AND CREATOR!

Pros: top colorist, top haircut, top Ponytails

Posted 01/27/06

Rudolpho saved my hair! I have naturally dark curly hair & took the leap to go blonde but I didn't go to Rudolpho's - my 1st & last mistake! The other salon slathered harsh chemicals all over my hair which turned it white with abrupt dark streaks & dark roots. It felt like dried wheat.

I was at Rudolpho's the next day & with his oversight, the colorist took my hair almost piece-by-piece with such precision & care that they turned my head into a gorgeous, silky blonde mane. People comment on how natural my hair looks. My own mother insists I've never looked so good!

Rudolpho is there daily to check for any tweaks your hair may need. He takes a personal stake in your hair & commands an amazing team of people who make sure his vision is executed at the highest standard.

Rudolpho is an unparalleled ARTIST!

Pros: excellent color/cut, great staff, affordable

Cons: none

Posted 01/08/06

I met Rodolfo a few years ago and from the first visit I knew I found the experience I was looking for. With ease Rodolfos looked after my every need from start to finish. I am welcomed in to impeccable surroundings, treated like a family member, prepared for a wash (which includes a full head massage one of my favorite things), offered a snack or anything Id like to drink, and of course lead to Rodolfo to perform his magic. Im then rewashed and returned to Rodolfo for styling. Now Im ready to face the world once again looking great and feeling younger.

Rodolfo has forever changed my expectation of a haircut experience & I look forward to my next visit each time.

I have also visited their flagship store in Cedarhurst Long Island, which features a top rated day spa. I highly recommend Rodolfos for marvelous service and treatment.

Pros: Outstanding service, Exquisite quality, Impeccable surroundin

Posted 12/19/05

Two weeks ago I read a comment about Rodolfos infusions on glamour magazine, I have to thanks them for the advise. I got them last week. I have thinning hair and it has helped me a lot, people does not 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 Rodolfos clients are looking for length). He also gave me the best haircut I have ever had! and as a bonus Rodolfo used different tones of infusion and the hair color result I got was unvelievable!!!I hope my posting will help others ( fashion and beauty is very important for me). Cheers to Rodolfo!

Pros: infusion, color, cut

Cons: i didn't find any!

Posted 12/13/05

The quality of services offered at Rodolfos are legendary, but nobody reports about the facilities,this is the most hygienic salon in the city! Although that they dont have spa at the Madison Avenue location (they have a Long Island spa voted the four top day spas in USA by American spa) his NY salon feels like you are getting hair services in a great spa: first highlight is the elevator that opens into the salon floor, the sense of privacy is enormous! Like youre coming into a friends home. There is a center table offering complimentary snacks (unbelievable!), the receptionist will help you change into a fresh robe. Their floor attendant will promptly bring to you any beverage you desire and the aromatherapy terry towels in the ladies rooms are abundant. It is a pleasure to spend time there. Rodolfo is a very refined guy with an inarguable sophisticated taste.

Pros: great services, great facilities, great location

Cons: ?, ?, ?

Posted 12/13/05

Rodolfo not only does the job, also spends time explaining to clients what he will do and how.I am a red hair, probably the most difficult color to achieve perfection. Rodolfo explained that he never does just a single process,he hates flaming roots and boring ends. I watched several redheads at his salon,Rodolfos redheads are really a work of art! Hair colorists from most salons in NewYork are always challenged by Reds, but No for Rodolfo!Light reddish people look better with copper, Rodolfo explained that this is why the shade is the most important RV keep saying that a lot of people can wear red, and should be at least three colors incorporated to give the dimension and highlighting.I got 5 dimensional redtones thanks to his Coding Coloring. UNVELIEVABLE GEORGEOUS!!- RODOLFO MY RESPECT FOR YOUR SKILLS IS INFINETLY HIGH!/, you are elegant and classy guy!!

Pros: superb color, elegant atmosphere, very classy

Posted 12/06/05

I have found a place where true magic is made! As soon as I walked in I was greeted with a smile. From the owner to the assistants, there was not one bad attitude in this salon. I started with the japanese thermal reconditioning. Maritza was a true expert on the treatment and the result was perfectly straight healthy hair. Next was the hair infusion. Rudolfo put the extensions in with the help of 4 assistants and finished in 40 min.! The hair infusion is the most natural looking extension I have ever seen! Rudolfo and his team are true artists that love what they do and that shows through the work they are producing. After you see what they can do, you will not let anyone else touch your hair!

Posted 12/02/05

While enjoying my nails by Gloria, I was watching clients having their hair colored. I was able to see the results on 10 ladies each of them with unbelievable color effects. The techniques that Rodolfo uses are incredible! The most impressive was something call CODING COLOR TECHNIQUE it is done by applying 7 different colors of individual caps, each of them with different color formula it is the most impressive multi-tone highlights I ever saw. I got them and it was the best decision I ever made! And the price very reasonable comparing with the one month salary I used to spend with the others New York hair stars(and I was never completely happy as I am now!Rodolfo expertise is very high and hair does not have any secrets for him or his very well trained staff. In my opinion consistency is his key of success

Pros: BEST!, BEST!, BEST!

Posted 12/01/05

I have found a place where true magic is made! I walked in with damaged short curly hair and walked out with beautiful long straight hair. As soon as I walked in I was greeted with a smile. From the owner to the assistants, there was not one bad attitude in this salon. I started with the japanese thermal reconditioning. Maritza was a true expert on the treatment and the result was perfectly straight healthy hair. Next was the hair infusion. Rudolfo put the extensions in with the help of 4 assistants and finished in 40 min.! The hair infusion is the most natural looking extension I have ever seen! Rudolfo and his team are true artists and love what they do, and that shows through the work they are producing. After you see what they can do, you will not let anyone else touch your hair!

Pros: friendly staff, knowlegdable

Posted 12/01/05

The best hair color I have ever had, since Mr. Rodolfo is doing my color people constantly stop me wherever I go to ask me where I have my hair and color done, in addition I have added fusions to my hair for volume and lenghth and it is fabulous and has actually made me look years younger. For traveling he has taken several of my hats and with velcro and real european hair he has matched my color perfectly and made traveling so much easier, I no longer have to worry about having my hair done in a strange country. It is a real pleasure to go to this friendly and caring salon who take your hair as their own personal interest.

Pros: color is excellant, fusions are the best, service friendly,car

Posted 11/30/05

I have been going to Rodolfo for at least ten years, after working with several of the so-called top stylists and colorists. I have never enjoyed so many compliments, both on my color and cut. He is a supberb colorist, carefully selecting the shading that is most complimentary to onea's complexion. As a blond, I can attest that he never lets my hair go ashy - a common complaint - and always makes sure that the color is that wonderful blend one sees in a child's hair. His styling is equally great. taking into account my lifestyle, my fashion likes and dislikes and everything else which makes for a great cut. Hurrah for this man - would that there were more like him and one would see less disasters in and around the city.

Pros: good staff, attractive atmosphere, cared for and cosy

Posted 11/30/05

When I see an outstanding haircut or hair coloring I hurry to find out whom? And most of the time the answer is Rodolfo Valentin, so I decided to give him a visit. Almost a year now, I become addicted to him, he really paid close attention to what you want and he is so deeply perfectionist that he want to make sure youre completely satisfied before you leave the chair. No one, absolutely, no one ever did my hair color like Rodolfo. He really knows what he is doing with my hair (and everybody else in the salon agree). Hair is his passion and all of us call him the walking encyclopedia of hair. About his staff?, they are possible the nicest, most attitude free staff around ready to please you!

Pros: Custom Hair coloring, Design Hair cut, Infusion hair

Cons: none, none, none

Posted 11/26/05

Rodolfo Valentin: classy guy, knows is work up to the detail (handsome...)perfectionist
Staff: the best trained and pleasant staff. They go out of their way to serve you the best
atmosphere: chic european
and nobody (SPECIFICALLY NOBODY) EVER IN NY DID MY HAIR COLOR AS RODOLFO DID..
I GET STOP ANYWHERE I GO, BG;HENRY BANDEL;CHANEL; EVERYBODY WANTS TO KNOW "HOW DOES YOUR COLOR"???
Thank you citisearch for your recommendation, he really is the only and the best.

Pros: location, services, staff

Posted 11/25/05

Ive been everywhere and I must to share my happinesssince I move to New York from Italy I spent four years searching for the right salon. I got very tired having my color in one place, my cut in another, even my blow dry! Until I found
Rodolfo Valentin in Madison Avenue, he really works like most Europeans he is a one-stop-shop where I get everything I want,best quality: the colors, the haircut, blow-dryand his well trained staff makes you feel very confident, they are multifaceted,you can feel very lucky if you get Rodolfo (probably the reason why his clientele keep him as the best secret of the city to meet him is an experience and the good news are that you do not have to climb narrow steps, the private elevator opens into the old world chic salon where the high society of new york frequent.

Pros: services, atmosphere, staff

Cons: it is closed saturday

Posted 10/08/05