Insider Pages Reviews for Ippatsu Salon

4 Stars: A little 'hipper' than I am used to, but that won't keep me away (by Carolyn T.)

Carolyn T. — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:06:00 GMT

I have a ton of long, heavy, thick hair and am used to getting 'ok' but not great cuts from most places. I had a spontaneous desire for a haircut yesterday and was able to get a same day appointment at Ippatsu with Abby. She listened to my ideas, provided some of her own, and was friendly throughout the process. The salon was hip and trendy but managed to stay approachable for someone un-hip like me. Roxanne, the resident chihuahua, was a nice surprise, even though she was having a moody day. I have never had a nicer haircut - Abby did a beautiful job of dealing with my thick hair and making it look polished. At $40 for a basic haircut, Ippatsu isn't cheap. In my case, however, the price was well worth it and I'll be going back to Abby from now on.

5 Stars: Fun environment, great stylists.... (by Jessica S.)

Jessica S. — Wed, 07 Sep 2005 01:15:00 GMT

I went to Ippatsu for about 2 years. I have since moved from the area, but really miss it! It's trendy w/o being intimidating or obnoxious. The stylists are fun, and they are up-to-date on their trade. The products they use are very high-quality, and I always loved how my hair looked. Plus, Roxanne, the chiuahua that lives there is adorable!

PROS: Stylists, products, atmosphere....
CONS: Price (but, you get what you pay for!)

5 Stars: best place for curly hair (by mary m.)

mary m. — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 20:30:00 GMT

About three months ago I walked out of a very expensive Champaign salon crying at what they had done to my curly hair. Last week I went into Ippatsu and not only was Doug sensitive to the fact that I was nervous about trusting a stranger with my hair, he gave me the best haircut I have ever had. I got compliments from strangers the very next day. My curls look amazing and feel amazing because the technique he used to cut my hair cuts down on the dryness and frizz. I took 5 business cards to pass out to friends, and I will be going back there from now on. I give Doug my highest recommendation.

3 Stars: Good cutting skill but does not necessarily go with the face (by Hsiang L.)

Hsiang L. — Fri, 04 Nov 2005 01:47:00 GMT

One stylist has a good cutting skill but the style doesn't go with my face. The environment is very modern and stylish and some people like it very much. Last time I went they charged $25 and I don't know if they increase the price or not. I don't think there are many good salson around here. So if you cannot find a good one, Ippatsu is the one worth to give it a shot.