Be Styled

They use top notch product, kerastse (sp?), give a great washing and beautiful styling. I always walk out with magazine cover hair. I see Mina, she’s fantastic.

If you have an important event do not book through them!!!
I booked way in advance for a Sunday appointment because I had an event that I need my hair done for.
The day before on Saturday they told me they are now unable to accommodate my appointment. (not walk in. My appointment) I asked if I could try and go to another location and they told me I can try and call around myself. I would have thought that is their duty seeing as they are giving me 12 hr notice they can’t accommodate me.
Tomorrow is Sunday so most salons are closed. So I am basically out of luck with little notice.
I understand things happen I am a very easy going person. I think they should have either got me into another location or they clearly need more staff. They should have one person designated for walk ins and situations where someone can not come in.
They have one day notice to find another staff member and they have no one?
Highly irritated. You take a high risk booking with this company. I wouldn’t risk it.
Update **
Oh it gets better. I called the morning of my appointment to see if anything opened up last minute. Receptionist says nothing available but has no record or my reservation or that I’m on a wait list of any kind for a call back.
If I could give 0 stars I would.

I went to Be Styled this past Saturday and left completely unsatisfied. First of all, they called me three separate times within an hour to ask if I could come in early. Not only was it annoying, but I felt like I was being rushed.
When I got to Be Styled, I felt like the woman that was doing the blow out was in a rush to clock out. I wanted my hair straight with volume — nothing too complicated. The hairstyle I ended up with had zero volume and I left with fly aways pointing in every direction.
The only reason I gave this salon one star is because I came here a year ago and had an OK experience. I’m definitely glad I did NOT buy these blow outs in bulk.

II’d passed this location a few times and never really ventured in until I read reviews. I had a really nice young blonde blow out my hair. It wasn’t the worst I’ve ever had but it also wasn’t the amazing. She was able to achieve some pretty significant volume which is what I asked her to do. I do have curly hair but it’s soft and fine. I did have to ask her to go back over a few spots. Overall, because I cannot achieve at home the level of volume she did I would go back. I also like how she used her blow dryer and my hair left feeling soft.
I’m on a bit of a blow dry bar tour so she was the first. I would try it again because I’m looking for a place where I can become a regular.
I do not know anything about offered beverages. I had to ask for water and I think it came to me in a plastic cup. That part of the experience wasn’t impressive. The actual washing of the hair was pretty relaxing.

In the end, I really think my hair looks nice. I got what I asked for. But, unfriendly staff, towels with holes in them, no cape to cover your clothes, no mirrors to see what’s going on in front of you, hairballs on the floor. I would not go back there, even though my hair looks good, it’s not for me. Not relaxing or luxurious at all. I’m going to try another place, and if I don’t like that I’ll just stick to going to a nice salon for a blow dry even if I have to pay a little more. The service is so much better.

I have tried Drybar and it was perfectly fine. There are two primary reasons why I choose Be Styled — the fact that you get a free blow dry after purchasing 12 and Liz in reception, who makes you feel like you are long lost dearly beloved relative. She works really hard to make you feel at home. Almost all the stylists are great. If you are not completely happy they do everything they can to rectify the situation.

Worst customer service. Liz was completely unprofessional. I would not recommend them. Especially with DryBar just across the street!

My first time at a dry bar and certainly will not be my last at this particular location. My stylist Jessica Lopez was not only friendly but a Master at her skill. The wash was amazing!!! I left there looking and feeling fabulous!
The staff was super friendly and welcoming. The big friendly smile that welcomed me was very pleasing. I can’t remember her name but she rocks!!! She made my experience a positive one from the second I walked in.
The location is beautiful and very clean. The ambiance is very relaxing. Definite must go for a blow dry!

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Be Styled. I went there to get my hair done yesterday for my birthday and they did an amazing job. My hair is short and I normally don’t let anyone else do it because they never do a good job. I tried Be Styled out and was so impressed with the experience. If you have any issues, ask for Liz, the manager. She is incredible and goes above and beyond to make sure customers are happy and that everything goes right. Definitely way better than Drybar! I will be going back again to get my hair Be Styled!

I love getting my hair done. I first came here after purchasing a gilt city deal. So far I have been here 3x and I just cant’ get enough. They are professional and really clean, they have of styles to choose from. I have been going to Drybar in backbay and I have to say I like the vibe here much better, and location is better for me as well. I was able to get same day appointments and even walk in. I also bought a package of 3 blow-​outs for $ 100. I also like that they have IPADs so you can search the web, will you get your hair did. They have good coffee as well always a plus and they open at 7 AM !!
I have to say, everyone I had thus far has done an awesome job. Next time, I will make note of my stylist. This is a great gift too for a new mom or a girlfriend. who just needs a pick me up :-). Go and be styled !!!

I would give this place ZERO or less than zero stars if I could. Absolutely abhorrent «service» or really lack thereof.
So it is my engagement pictures and I make an appointment to get my hair and makeup done. Great. LESS THAN EIGHTEEN HOURS BEFORE MY SHOOT they call to tell me that the makeup artist has a family emergency and they have no one to replace her oopsie! Sorry! Can’t help you! Bye!
Ohhhhh excuse me– no. Also for the record– I am not at all angry at the actual makeup artist and feel horrible for her and her family and hope that they are all okay. I understand that family emergencies happen!
HOWEVER be styled made ZERO ATTEMPT– other than lamely offering me ten dollars off my blow dry (which seriously– give me a break– that is like almost embarrassingly inadequate) to help remedy this situation– NOTHING. No getting another makeup artist. No calling around, no list of names, no nothing.
So basically don’t make an appointment here if it is for ANYTHING even remotely important because if anything goes awry they will not lift a finger to help you. I will NEVER ever ever ever ever go here and I will be spreading the word for weeks to come to anyone who will listen. Can’t say enough BAD things about this pitiful place.

I came to BeStyled for a blowout one day prior to an event and was immediately hooked. From the sweet girls at the front desk, to the incredibly talented team they have on staff (Jessica, Jazmyn and more) — I always have a great experience here. Which is why I come back, almost weekly.
Thank you ladies, see you soon!

I had a blowout with Kathryn over the weekend and she did a wonderful job! I was so pleased with how my hair turned out, and particularly impressed that she took the time to check in with me about how I liked it at the end and made the slight adjustment I asked her to make. It’s definitely one of the best blowouts I’ve ever had, and three days later, it’s still going strong. I’ve gotten so many compliments on it!
The mood in the salon was pleasant and relaxed and I like how light and airy it is.
The only odd thing I experienced is, while the customer service was truly excellent overall, they seem to have one employee who was either having a terrible day or has crippling social anxiety. She kept hiding out in the bathroom despite the fact that customers were waiting to use it. Odd, and unprofessional for such a nice place, but obviously it’s not going to stop me from returning!

I wanted my bangs straight forward, got them to the side. Couldn’t tell what she was doing, mirror is in back of me. I had asked her to blow the bangs a certain way so they wouldn’t split. She had said okay. Corrected her about the bangs and she redid them her way, they split down the middle. She told me they are trained a certain way and are only allowed to do it that way and she’s been doing it for 9 years. I guess I paid for her way and left saying I would redo it tomorrow morning. Tipped and got out of there. What irks me most is that she refused to let me have my bangs done the way I wanted. The rest of my hair was pretty flat against my head with too much product. And who is paying for the service? Hmmm.

I went to Be Styled for hair and makeup before my sister’s wedding, and it was a solidly ‘ok’ experience, but nothing amazing. One of the reasons I chose Be Styled was for the time slots they had available, but while there didn’t seem to be tons of people in the shop my appointments ran late and I left considerably later than I intended to.
The service was definitely good, I had Chanel and Nina and both were really pleasant and kind, listening to what I wanted throughout the process.
As far as hair goes, it looked pretty leaving the shop (not quite as amazing as I had hoped for the Be Swanky look, but pretty), but by the time the wedding started 2 hours later it had already drooped considerably, and by the end of the night it basically had lost all of its shape. I did mention that my hair sometimes didn’t hold curl well coming in, but was reassured it would probably be fine. I wasn’t too disappointed with how it looked at the end of the evening because it was still smooth and nicely blown out, it just wasn’t really styled at that point.
My makeup was decent– my eyes looked really good– but there weren’t really any lip choices I was pleased with, though we tried a few. My skin was done well, but I didn’t notice until I was long gone that while I selected Be Stunning, my brows were never done. I fill my own brows on a regular basis, they need it, so I was surprised they were overlooked.
All in all I thought my services were good, but not great. If I had wanted to I could probably have done my own hair and makeup at home, to an equal level of satisfaction. I’d probably give 3.5 stars if I could give half stars!
Maybe I’ll try again and ask for a straighter look…

Definitely go here and ask for Jessica. She is super sweet, punctual and does a great job. My hair looked great when she was done.
I found Bestyled, after going to DryBar across the street and having a horrible experience, do yourself a favor, don’t go there.
Bestyled makes you feel pampered, has a calming environment and they know what their doing, plus they were very accommodating. They squeezed me in, I didn’t have an appointment and after a little shuffle with the schedule they were able to get me in.

Went back again today-​and had to update – Myracle is one! On a miserable, humid day she did an outstanding job and was lovely and funny and excellent. I’m so glad that when you book online you now have the choice of requesting a stylist. While I’ve had blow drys here several times, I definitely have my favorites and can’t wait to be able to request them moving forward. If you have long, thick curly hair though, Myracle and josmary are the BEST

I am the blow out queen! I have very curly and long hair but I love to wear it straight. I am african-​american and white so finding someone who can handle my diverse hair has always been a challenge! I also was going to my stylist for 5 years before venturing out to a new hair salon. I went to be styled and was so happy and pleased to find another great hair experience!
The inside is so fancy and modern, I felt like I was in NYC. Everyone was so friendly and they offer an array of complementary drinks! I always tell my friends about it and compare it to a upscale barbershop for women. It perfect for an interview, a wedding, a weekend night, a date, weekly style, or just a mother– daughter pamper day!
You get checked in, handed your cocktail, and then go over what you are looking for. They have their iPad that has different photos of styles they do so its so easy to pick what you want. After your wash you sit in the white leather chairs and play on an iPad (as there is one for every chair), watch a movie that is playing on the flat screen, and after about 35 minutes they spin you around to view their work. The blow up is perfect! You are not sure how they finished so quickly. I have had the sleek straight blow out and have had the swirly curls for other appointments. I like my blow outs to last too, which they do for about a week or two and still look fabulous!
This by far is an amazing blow dry bar, I am coming back for my wedding this June and bringing my bridal party as the photos will be magnificent and their hair will be done quick and fabulously. I have moved 2 hours away-​which I am bummed about but whenever I come home, I will stop by Be Styled!
Not only do they do hair but they do make up and I have had a touch up that was complementary, friendly, and so nice to experience. Their prices are so reasonable as I said; I am the blow out queen! And you get the atmosphere, service, product, in a timely manner.
Anyone reading through reviews and not sure about how they would enjoy Bestyled should stop at this review! Go & enjoy being pampered, a quick and quality service, in a amazing atmosphere!

I love Be Styled and the blow-​out bar concept. I REALLY do.
I have been to a BeStyled location before, but not the the one in Chesnut-​Hill. I was using a Guilt City voucher (which was not cheap!) and it warranted a blow-​dry and a make-​up application.
I had a fantastic shampoo and blow-​dry… however, and I wished I paid more attention, the receptionist said something to the stylist as we walked back, which apparently was something along the lines of «give her the keratin treatment which will cost extra». Regardless, my blow dry was great, although I did have to watch the same stupid movie AGAIN. Thank goodness for Mimosas. :)
The make-​up done here is really scary for someone like me, who wears really minimal. I tried to ask her nicely to not make me look like a drag-​queen, but somehow I still wound up with 5 lbs of mis-​colored foundation make-​up on which I hurriedly removed in the car mirror. The stylist asked if I had «worn fake eyelashes before» to which I said «yes». Mind you, the question was not «would you like to buy the $ 25 fake eyelashes we have here?»
At the end, I paid the equivalent of $ 50 for what should have been a pre-​paid visit. I was so pissed, but also embarrassed by how I looked and hurried out of there to clean up.
All said and done, I looked really great when I cleaned up my face a bit and got over the overcharge.
I am going to go back, but I have learned that I have to be an absolute witch and very stealthy to get what I want! I recommend the salon look into how they conduct business. There are lots of places to go to, yours should stand out as the best!

Loved the blowout I had from Jennifer! The entire staff was very nice, chatty and fun.
Bonus: complimentary cappuccino, silly movies to watch while you can’t hear anything, easy parking, and a froyo next door.