The Upper Hand River Oaks
River Oaks location of this stylish salon spa studio chain features expert care for hair, skin and body and offers a wide assortment of Kerastase products and treaments.
Message from The Upper Hand River Oaks
The Upper Hand is one of Houston's most respected hair salons. In addition to being one of Kerastase's Houston treatment centers, The Upper Hand has also been selected as one Shu Uemura's ultra elite Art of Hair salons. The Upper Hand features numerous New York trained hair stylists and has been showcased in national publications, news segments and on the radio. Most recently, you may have seen some of our hair stylists performing magical make overs on the CBS morning show Great Day Houston. So whether you are looking for a blow out to die for....or simply looking to experience world class products like Kerastase, Shu Uemura, Jane Iredale or Jan Marini....give us a call today...and see for yourself what everybody in Houston is talking about!
Editorial by Citysearch
In ShortStylish women all over the city head to the Upper Hand for creative hair, nail and skin treatments and to shop for world-class beauty products from some of the industry's biggest names, including Kerastase, Jan Marini, Jane Iredale and Pevonia. With eye-catching artwork, sleek colors and unique furnishings, the spa atmosphere is entirely fashionable and completely relaxing. Expert stylists and colorists consider clients' lifestyle, face shape and hair type for each new hairstyle. Choose a fragrance theme for your spa manicure or pedicure. With evening hours, the spa is the ideal place for parties; including special pre-wedding prep.
Key Points
- Kerastase Products/Treatments
- Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics
- Jan Marini Skin Care
The Inside Scoop
- Products - Most salon locations carry Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics, Kerastase treatments, Jan Marini Skin Care and Pevonia skincare.
- Massage - Services include hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, chair massage and aromatherapy massage.
- Beauty Salon - Salon services include men and women's cut and styling, highlights and hair color, updos and bridal hairstyles, perms, color corrections, manicures and pedicures, waxing, lash and brow tinting, microdermabrasion and facials.
Latest reviews from Citysearch.
Christina
by Dabylee
The woman knows waht she's doing. She operates with precision like I've never before seen.
Posted 11/24/09
no. 1 spot
by ATZapata
I get exactly what I want when I go to the Upper Hand. everytime.
Pros: Sarah
Posted 11/24/09
The best in Houston
by stoneviewfarm
John R. is my hairstylist. I always have compliments on my cut & color. you can too!
Cons: none
Posted 11/24/09
what to say, what to say
by DaVla
John makes my hair look absolutely poetic. Simply divine little salon, very lively.
Posted 11/24/09
Exceeding expectations
by leejean
This is a great place for expert cut & color from a personable stylist. It's a really remarkable salon
Pros: Carri, punctuality
Cons: can't think of any
Posted 11/24/09
Jessica...is a miracle worker!!
by 45aeb
The whole salon always makes me feel like they've been waiting for me to arrive & pamper me. I love it!
Pros: make you look & feel beautiful!
Cons: NONE
Posted 11/24/09
Best Stylist Ever!
by OValve77
Trish always delivers great cuts with lotsa creativity
Posted 11/24/09
Jennifer
by JEPatt
She does wonderful color!
Posted 11/24/09
Trish knows what she's doing
by STima
Trish is fun and creative. It's always a pleasure being in her chair!
Pros: Trish, Jess
Posted 11/24/09
Mikey
by RMtHou
She's a great stylist and very friendly. She makes getting my hair done enjoyable!
Posted 11/24/09
Newbie's experience
by SylHab2
I have followed Kecia to the Upper Hand, and I must say, I had a very pleasurable experience. It's a top notch salon
Posted 11/24/09
Bold, Provocative, and Talented
by eray5a
Trish is creative and chic but she really listens when you describe what you want. She's creative, edgy, and understands individual desires
Cons: she looks better than all of her customers
Posted 11/24/09
The Upper Hand= The Best
by henpen2
This salon's staff is the best in Houston. The stylists genuinely enjoy their work and making customers happy! I've seen Mikey and Cory, and they both did great work.
Pros: artistic, competent, good listeners, professional
Cons: none come to mind
Posted 11/24/09
Mikey Daly
by nurseay21
Very personable! amazing with my short hair.
Cons: absolutely none
Posted 11/24/09
Carri does a mean blonde
by JNev23
I just had my hair & color done by Carri and she exceeded my expectations.
Posted 11/24/09
Upper Hand is the only place I will go!!
by hammackc
I always leave happy- Carri is great at color & cuts.
Pros: Great Customer service- everyone at the front desk!!
Posted 11/24/09
My nails have never looked better
by LoHat
Nancy is very professional, and she did a fantastic job on my nails. I'll be coming back to see her for quite awhile.
Posted 11/22/09
good times
by ReaBrow
My hairstylist is extremely talented, funny, & very friendly. Trish is on top of it.
Pros: Trish
Cons: none
Posted 11/22/09
Excellent
by SVS3408
Such a cool place to go, relax, unwind, and come out looking 10 times better than when you walked in!
Pros: Carri, Ashley, Penny
Posted 11/22/09
+++
by pmrn77
Everyone is very friendly and goes out of their way to work with you. I love it- especially Jessica!
Pros: Great place! Very relaxed while very professional
Cons: None!
Posted 11/22/09
good place to go to
by KRoberts2
The upper hand is all-around great
Pros: Jennifer
Posted 11/22/09
Astonishing service everytime
by VeryDwerry
I always look forward to my appointments. Make sure to ask for John Rubio for hair, and Nancy for facials.
Pros: punctual, friendly, excellent service
Posted 11/22/09
Bartlett= the Best
by Spin124
Kathy does my hair, and she is a great stylist. In addition, she's always on time, and extremely flexible with styles.
Posted 11/22/09
Excellent staff
by CatJ
Everyone at the salon is great. I love love LOVE Jessica, Tony, Elizabeth, and Rachel!
Pros: Jessica is the best!
Cons: none
Posted 11/22/09
Mikey is a godsend
by neeCain
j'adore Mikey D!!!
Pros: everything
Cons: can't think of one!! :)
Posted 11/22/09
best color & stylist!
by 95DK
Carri continuously gives me a cut & color that works, and always looks just slightly different (better!) than before
Pros: easy to work with, creative & wonderful personality
Cons: none!
Posted 11/22/09
The best
by RiDino44
Jen always makes my hair look gorgeous!
Pros: Jennifer
Cons: none
Posted 11/22/09
Great cut, great service
by RH713
Go and ask for Kecia, her hairstyles are on another level
Posted 11/22/09
Great men's stylist
by WOlter
Sarah is the best stylist for men's hair. I always get compliments on her cuts
Posted 11/22/09
My first time here!
by LeCin
Kathy did a great job. It's a luxurious salon that's fun to go to. I'll be back very soon.
Pros: great stylist who keeps on time for appointments
Cons: none
Posted 11/22/09
It's all about Mikey
by Cutey43
Mikey truly is the best, she does the best blonde I've ever seen!
Posted 11/22/09
Totally awesome hairstylist
by LThom
Trish does an amazing job on my hair, & is fast! I have never had a bad cut, color, or blow dry!
Pros: fun & outgoing people
Cons: none
Posted 11/22/09
My hair never looked better
by 123RVD
Kathy has taken me from blonde to brown and back again, and given me great haircuts along the way!
Pros: fun environment
Cons: parking
Posted 11/22/09
Great Salon!
by HurrMM
The salon always has great services. I love my hairdresser, Jennifer. She always makes my hair look wonderful everytime I come in! There've been times when she wasn't there, and whoever they sent me too has done a great job as well.
Posted 11/22/09
to die for
by VickVick
Love the salon, the services, & the staff!
Posted 11/22/09
One-stop shop
by Kellllla
I always get compliments on my hair after a visit. Jessica never ceases to tell me what would work for me- and she's always correct. Fibee does wonderful work, the results are great. She turned me on to threading, that's for sure.
Pros: hair, nails, eyebrows
Cons: can't think of any
Posted 11/22/09
great stylist
by HailFr
cut, color, style, you won't be disappointed!
Pros: Mikey- go see her, she's great
Posted 11/22/09
Ringlet-master
by Djarallo
Kathy is great with curly hair!
Posted 11/22/09
Jessica, the most wonderful hair stylist!
by HellasHouston
Jessica has a great attitude, is genuinely friendly, and cuts hair great. Always on time, too.
Pros: best hair stylists
Posted 11/22/09
Keeps me coming back for more
by AllStar
It's always fun talking to Jessica. She's cheerful, and you come away with a smile on your face.
Posted 11/22/09
the cutting edge
by adshirah
great service. always current with the latest style.
Pros: Trish
Cons: None
Posted 11/22/09
Jennifer M.
by CaHa1984
This place has to be my favorite salon that I've tried in Houston. I'm a devoted client of Jennifer's, planning on having her do my hair ad infinitum
Cons: none
Posted 11/22/09
Perfect Hair everytime
by ZoeWhat
Carri is so dynamic & creative, always a great experience + such fun.
Pros: friendly & professional
Cons: -
Posted 11/22/09
the name says it all
by ranamama
I have been seeing Christina since 2005 and have never been disappointed. She does my hair the way I want, but always makes sure to add helpful comments and suggestions.
Pros: kind, friendly people, excellent with color
Cons: none
Posted 11/22/09
Incredible Salon
by MelVitz
Have been coming to Jennifer for 5+ years, and she's never let me down. I couldn't imagine seeing anybody else!
Pros: excellent cut, coloring, & styling, personable staff
Posted 11/22/09
The Upper Hand
by LBrooke
Great service every time!
Pros: Nancy
Posted 11/22/09
My nails are exquisite
by Mey819
Nancy is the one to see for manis and pedis!
Posted 11/22/09
Cari
by cmlanier
I always recommend Cari & the Upper Hand to anyone looking for a salon
Pros: very knowledgeable & friendly
Cons: very busy because business is so good!
Posted 11/22/09
Great Haircut & color everytime.
by OllieFG
Always in the best of moods- I always feel better when I leave the salon!
Pros: Carri, Ashley
Posted 11/22/09
Carri is the Best!
by CtoNeato
Carri is patient & listens to exactly what you want. Very personable & friendly and always does a great job! Always in tune with the latest fashion & styles.
Pros: salon is energetic, great service, always look forward to it
Cons: parking spaces are too narrow!
Posted 11/22/09