Bo Salon

Hannah does excellent blonde. Amazing. Great personality. The only reason I haven’t given 5 stars is that I haven’t had my hair cut yet. Will update when I do.
5 stars for color and service for Hannah.
The receptionist was super nice too, both on the phone and in person.

Rude. Ruder. Rudest.
Conjugate THIS you pissy little man at front desk.
I have NEVER been treated so disrespectfully. I am still in shock that they allow this angry venomous guy to answer phones.
I called to schedule a spa package that was a gift. already PAID for. He spat «Well we aren’t doing that anymore»
«But, I have a prepaid gift card for services» I said. «Well, he spat – basically, no ACTUALLY, we aren’t offering that anymore. All those appointments are booked. HOLD.» I was put on hold numerous times, mid sentence…
He said they could give me PARTIAL credit toward other services. I said this was unacceptable since my spa package date had NOT EXPIRED & I expected the full amount to be honored.
Pissy little man-​worm, after throwing hissy little fits, hung up on me! or maybe I hung up on him when he said HOLD again & I said no. I understand busy, but receptionist should still be courteous.
I was so angry and upset. Bottom line: he was rude and pissy and would NOT HONOR my PAID for spa package (worth $ 250)
I would NEVER go to this salon for any reason. There is NO excuse or reason to treat a customer this way.
If this is the vibe of the salon then I am grateful that I didn’t go in for my massage/​spa package. I am sure I would have left more stressed out.
Terriible. Unacceptable.
Bo Salon should be called NO. NO GO.

TERRIBLE! This place has some of the worst customer service I have ever received. My husband purchased a package for myself and a guest. The salon booked out months in advance for this package. I booked my sister’s and my appointment in June for a Sep appointment. The day before the appointment in Sep I never rec’d my confirmation call, so I called the salon to find out they have us NO WHERE in their schedule at all. They deleted or forgot to save the appointment! After multiple calls, the manager still has not called me back regarding fitting us in for these services that were already paid for, worth several hundred each. Likely, one of their incompetent lackeys did not even pass along the message to conceal their mistakes.

I had the best massage at my life at Bo Salon. Katherine (I think that is her name) is amazing.
Make an appointment for a hot stone massage. You’ll love it!

I went to this salon looking for a place to get hair extensions. They did a consultation and some woman was having them put in. I saw the finished product and it just didn’t look like they added enough as it looked thin. For the price it wasn’t going to be worth it as I’ve seen better.
So I left… a few days later I started noticing how my scalp was super itchy, like fire. I had gotten lice! I hadn’t been around any kids or anyone with lice and I hadn’t left the house except to go to the grocery store. So the only logical place I could have gotten lice at was the salon. Perhaps they were in a dirty hairbrush that was used but it was NIGHTMARE to get rid of them. I ended up spending about $ 500 on products and finally a doctors visit and a really pricey solution to kill the lice. I wouldn’t go back there even if I was paid. I wouldn’t wish lice on my worst enemy. 3 weeks out of my life that I can’t get back and my hair is still recovering.

While on vacation in Austin I decided I needed a new look. I was referred to Bo Salon by some local ladies, and walked in that day. The salon has a very cozy feel, with only two hair dressers in each room. I love the big mirrors, and open windows of the salon. The receptionist was such a sweet heart and got me in with a hair stylist named Kalea. Instantly I was greeted with a cheerful smile from the girl I was trusting my long blonde hair to.
WOW is all I can say! Kalea fixed up my roots, brightened up my hair with highlights, and gave me an AMAZING hair cut! She even curled my hair cute for the bars that night! She was a real nice girl to chat with, and had some great suggestions to do while I was in town. I’m sad that I can not go to her next time since I do not live close. My favorite part of this salon is the shampoo room. It’s a separate room, very dark, and cozy, with peaceful music playing. She gave me the best scalp message, and I almost fell asleep in the chair. Check out this place! I really loved! and really loved KALEA! Thank you!

KALEA WRIGHT!
If your hair is wrong you want to get it WRIGHT with Kalea!
When I first walked into Bo Salon I was immediately surprised at how plush it was. Everything seemed to be in pristine condition. The receptionist was very friendly– as lush as Bo is, it gives a friendly «Austin» vibe.
After a recent break-​up I wanted to do a change with a stylist that was young and trendy so they recommended me to hair extraordinaire Kalea Wright. While I couldn’t give into the temptation of chopping my hair off I opted to do a color. I let Kalea use my hair as a blank template to paint, as an artist with its paintbrush. Mind you, I haven’t colored my hair in probably 5 years so this was a big change for me.
I went from my bland light brown color and got JAZZED UP with a soft dark brown and some fun highlights to add that «keep it weird flair.» But in a very professional way. I don’t know how professional and weird can come together– BUT SHE DID IT! I went from a heartbroken girl bruised from a shitty ass break-​up to a rejuvenated woman with locks (that were loved) thats skyrocketed my self-​esteem to take on the world! Though looks don’t define anyone, a change can leave an impecable long-​lasting feeling that can 180 you back to you!
Thank you so much Kalea for using your artistic talents on my hair! You really know what you’re doing and I would recommend you to ANYONE. :)

II love love love kalea wright. I literally had overbleached hair that was falling out when I went to see her and now its beautiful and healthy again. I’ve even been back recently so she could do my highlights. She’s also done amazing updos for a few special occasions I’ve had. This girl is a miracle worker and I swear I’m never letting anyone else touch my hair.

No I’ve not been to Bo’s but they just acquired my favorite stylist Monica Barnes. You can not go wrong with her ladies and gentleman. I didn’t always know what I wanted when I would go see her but she knew the right questions to ask to get the information she needed to give me what my heart desired. Every time for four years I had the most amazing hair cut ever. I need to find me a rich man so that I may fly to Austin every 6wks to see Mon.
If you’ve been trying to find the right stylist for you see her!
Lucky Austin, Lucky Bo’s!

Monica is the bomb! She rehabilitated my over-​bleached blondiness to a beautiful and healthy red. She understands easily not only what you want done, but how best to do it.
Monica is not only an incredible, versatile, and knowledgeable stylist but a lovely lady.
Bo Salon really lucked out to incorporate its newest Austin transplant to its already wonderful staff. A special trip to Austin is certainly in order just to come to Monica. She’s so worth it.

I’m sadly writing this review for Monica Barnes, Austin’s newest bestest hairstylist, because she left me and my hair from the SF Bay Area to head (no pun intended) to Austin.
My hair has a personality of its own as it’s thick and course. But Monica was able to tame it. And I like my hair short. Monica always gave me a cute, short haircut without making me look like a boy :)
Monica started out as my hairstylist, but she also became my friend. I was so sad when she left us. Austin, you are now lucky to have her.

So, I lied… the owner of the salon asked my friend and I how our pedicures were and I said, «Oh, it was great, thanks.» I apologize for that BUT now I will speak the truth. The pedicure room was located in the next building which is not a bad deal but there was no where for my friend and I to wait until they were ready (all the seats were taken), so we stood in the front foyer. I will say right now. the people were VERY FRIENDLY! We get to the pedicure room and it is awesome! It is like a little pedicure hideaway. the girls were very personable. So we settle in for our pedicures. As they worked, my friend and I talked. My nails were trimmed short. almost to short. They were out of a few things that they needed. like quick dry. We sat there and waited for our nails to dry a bit. So once we were done there was a flurry of exitment and then a few other people walked through our room. I was given paper shoes since I didn’t have sandals. Literally. paper shoes! I have never seen anything like these before. they were kind of funny, actually. My husband even asked what the heck they were when I got home.
So all of this typing and here is the summary:
Nice room, eh pedicure, friendly people, will continue the search for a pedicure place.

NEVER AGAIN!!!
I went to Bo Salon because I had heard good things… I simply wanted a cut and some dark red low lights. the red came out purple and when i went back for a refund, they insisted on correcting the problem. After the first bleaching in attempt to correct had failed, they wanted to bleach it again! i expressed that i was concerned about the health of my hair and i would just rather not. Management began arguing with me to the point of screaming, say that i knew nothing about hair and they are the experts and i should just trust them.
I have fragile, extremely curly hair and i new processing it again would ruin all the hard work I had done to make my hair healthy, so i said no and asked for a partial refund. More screaming matches from angry bald men to the point where i was in tears. they made me feel like i was not allowed to leave until my hair looked good because they didn’t want me being seen walking out of there salon with screwed up hair. i was crying, upset and wanted to go home, but no… not until i at least let them style my hair!
I got 60 bucks of the 300 i paid them to screw up my hair. With in two weeks, my hair was so damaged by the correcting attempts, i had split ends about three inches up the shaft. i have since cut much of my hair off and will think twice before ever going to the professionals again. after all, i can ruin my hair all by myself for about $ 15.
Just be warned, these people do not give a crap about the health of your hair, so if that’s important to you, don’t go to Bo Salon!

I was at the stage of thinking I would have to have my hair cut really short as it was in such bad condition. Having read the reviews about Brandi, I decided I would see if she could work some magic. I can honestly say she has brought my hair back to life … she was able to create the beautiful sleek bob I was after and the color is perfect. I am in love with my hair again! I would also thoroughly rec ommend Kate for a mani/​pedi — she is apparently a great masseuse too.

One of the fastest and best cuts I’ve ever gotten. I was in & out of the chair in 45 minutes, and enjoyed every minute of the lovely chat I had with my stylist (Hannah). She was speedy, but precise, and gave my hair the pick-​me-​up it drastically needed before 2010 arrived.
I adore the atmosphere Bo has — the two neighboring houses make a cute setup for the salon; very inviting. The staff is super peppy, and you can tell the stylists like working there, and with each other. Prices are on the high end, but based on my first experience and observing other satisfied customers come/​go — it’s worth it.
Two heads up: One, don’t expect a confirmation call. I didn’t get one, and when I was waiting, I couldn’t help but observe how busy the front desk staff was (usually only one girl). One even mentioned to the other about having little time to make them. No biggie for me, just an FYI. Also, it’s warm in there! With all the little rooms, blow dryers, flat irons, etc it gets toasty fast. Plan to layer, so you can strip down as needed.
Confession: I sent my husband here first, as a guinea pig. It wasn’t necessary, but the time I spent in the waiting area definitely gave me the insight I needed to pick my first hair salon after returning to Texas.

I love love love RJ at Bo Salon. I just moved her from LA and my friend referred me to him. His specialty is blonds (cali blonds) and not only does he do an amazing job, but his care for my hair out of the chair is above an beyond! I am so happy I have found him and if you are a blond he is the best in Austin!

I’ve been seeing Joanna for over a year now and followed her to Bo Salon a few months ago. I have very short, curly hair that’s even more dried out by bleaching it platinum. Compared to my previous bleaching experiences, though, Joanna is hands-​down the best! My scalp hardly even tingles, and she never puts me under the dryer but achieves the same level of blonde that I had with more harsh colorists.
There isn’t anything I’d rather spend that much money on!
And the salon itself is really cute. Very happy overall with my experiences there.

My hair dresser switched to Bo Salon so I checked it out. I loved the feel to it — happy yet serene. And I’m happy with my haircut. Thumbs up!

The staff at Bo Salon are friendly and professional. The place is very well kept and if you become a regular, they go out of their way to make you feel important and valued!
I always make an appointment with Kim Turney, as she is really top notch! She will work around your schedule to get you looking great and she is always running on time, so you rarely have to wait for your appointment! I recommend her to all my friends, both men and women! She is not the first person that cut my hair when I moved to Austin, but she will be the last!

Bo has really raised my expectations on salon experiences. During my first visit, I was offered hot hibiscus tea followed by a complimentary hand massage. I had never had any color in my hair whatsoever, so I was nervous when I decided to take the plunge. I put the fate of my hair in Barbara’s hands, and she worked wonders with it. I left with a great cut and the most natural looking honey-​gold highlights.
I have been hooked on Bo ever since, and have recommended it to friends and family, all of whom have shared my enthusiasm.