Salon Nordine & Day Spa

I was introduced to Salon Nordine in Gainesville following my hairstylist Valerie from another salon in Woodbridge, I made the 45 minute commute to Gainesville every two weeks just to get my hair done with Valerie, that’s loyalty as we women have a hard time finding a good stylist, I never let anyone touch my hair other than her, after 1 year going to Gainesville one fine day the Salon calls me and tells me that Valerie is no longer there, I went in crisis, not kidding, total crisis to the point that I left my lunch that day and brainstorm how I was going to find this woman, they didn’t want to tell me why and the little lame excuse they gave me I knew that it was a lie. Moving forward they asked if I wanted to do my appoinment with another stylist and since I had no choice I said yes, they schedule me with a girl named Maryam, I had no complaints with Maryam she did a wonderful job for me, so I was content that on the absence of Valerie I had Maryam as a back up, eventhough I miss my Valerie tremendously, but guess what?, literally after 6 weeks of doing my hair with Maryam, the Salon called me and told me that Maryam was no longer with them, I thought that this people were playing with my feelings and my hair feelings, what in the world is going on???, at that point I kind of gave up, but of course I needed to do my hair, then I get a phone call from the Salon that Valerie was back, imagine my happy surprise, my girl was back, so I got my hair done, told her to please dont leave me again, and of course I got the real scoop on why she was let go, «kids»…, but guess what?, the Salon called me again 2 weeks later and told me that Valerie was not with them anymore and I lost it, I have found someone else to do my hair now, but have heard so many things about Salon Nordine after these incidents that have dissapoint me so much.
Story doesn’t finish there, I was in a hair emergency and couldn’t find anyone that I can trust my hair with, so I called Salon Nordine in Gainesville once again and told them to just give me a hair stylist for Flat Iron, they made an appointment with a lady called JC and they told me that she was new at their Salon, I was praying that she was good, she welcome me and told me that she came from Philadelphia and wanted to know about the Woodbridge area, plus that she’s been doing hair for around 20 years, so she started doing my hair, hated it, I don’t know how many times she pulled my hair, my hair is very sensitive, falls a lot and my scalp hurts if you pull it, it really hurts, she was not careful at all, too rude with my hair, so not sure what have she done in those 20 years, maybe she thought that doing my hair was not a challenge, she wasn’t even finished and I already knew that I was not coming back to Salon Nordine unless Valerie or Maryam were back, so needless to say I haven’t find a replacement/​professional hair stylist/​sensitive care professional that can do my hair, I’m sure with so many professionals there has to be someone out there, but I need someone that is going to treat my hair like a baby at a decent price people, I liked Salon Nordine at lot but I believe that the management of this «joint» has some issues to work on and some of the stylist need to mind their own business and forget about the other stylist life, focus at your job, is it that so difficult? After reading some of the reviews here I know that there is something going on in there, in fact one of the reviews that I read here it was about how the stylist dress and are showing their breast, a woman can dress how ever she wants, that doesn’t bother me at all, but if there is competition and too much gossip among them because they want to look better than other etc., that is another story, enough with this, I just want my stylist back where ever they go…

Worst pedicure ever! I was there on Nov 22, 2014 for a mini day. This is like the 3^rd time I have given them a try. Each time there was a little something that was off. I try not to be overly critical my first visit. This one takes the cake. My massage was very good. My facial was okay, but the aesthetician seemed hurried and not real interested in my skin type, issues, etc. Her cell phone even vibrated while I was in there. So next I wait for my lunch… at least a half hour before someone asks me «are you here for a mini day?»…she then gets my lunch. While I am eating my lunch some asian guy asks if I am so-​in-​so, doesn’t introduce himself. He tells me to take my time. Same asian guy comes over 5 min later and asks me if «do you want to stop your lunch?».I tell him «no, I would like to finish»…Seriously…oh, then he starts my pedicure and cuts one of my toenails too short and does not even apologize… WTH?
So, it doesn’t end there. I get to the check out and the girl behind the counter doesn’t know how to handle a substitution service (ie credit towards another service).so the owner/​manager? comes over to deal with the issue. While checking out, I overhear a stylist from the salon talking about a color job they botched up or an existing job. Manager says «Let’s not talk about this here».
Overall, the employees appear disgruntled and the place is a disorganized mess.
We will not spend another dime in this salon. way too many professional ones out there.

Receptionist have no idea how to schedule an appointment. Every time I call to schedule an appointment, she appears confused.
Staff is not that friendly. Everyone seems sad and unhappy. I won’t be going back.
On the positive note, the salon is nice!

This salon visit was so important to me because I have been in the hospital for almost 4 months on bed rest prior to having twins. It’s been quite a while since I’ve had the chance to indulge time for me alone & I really was looking forward to a great experience. Let me say right off the bat, that the pedicure I received is flawless! It looks amazing, and Betty left me feeling like a million bucks! She took excellent care of me, and made sure that I left feeling great. The reason for the low score is all about the scheduling and the front desk. It took me three phone calls to coordinate a time for myself and for my husband have appointments at the same time. When I arrived, they seemed really disorganized and a little overwhelmed. I did arrive right on time, but they were busy, and I had to wait.

I have had waxes done here as well as my hair and I was extremely impressed with the staff and great customer service provided. I highly regiment tori for highlights! I love my bleach blonde highlights and will definitely go back

I am actually really sad to write this review but here it goes. I have been a customer of Salon Nordine for over 8 years. At first I saw Rebecca, wonderful colorist and stylist and she was fun to chat with. She left abruptly after 2 years. After her I was really bummed, thinking I would never find anyone that good again. In came Po and she was the BEST! I would just describe the color and cut and like she had ESP she would read my mind and Poof!!! Done and beautifully so! I saw her every 3 – 4 months because the prices for just a cut and color were really up there.
Now the heartbreak, (my husband says I am overdramatic but he doesn’t understand how hard it is to find a great stylist!!), when I called in a few months ago for my cut and color, Po was gone! I asked what happened and I’m pretty sure the girl at reception lied to me. She spun a whopper about Po quitting with no notice and even canceling her phone and moving so no one could find her. What?! Did she go into a hair stylist witness protection program?
Alas, I tried to go back and I just didn’t click with anyone else. I was rushed, treated like a number, and my hair looked meh. Sigh. The final nail in the coffin was the huge spike in prices. A cut and color went from the usual $ 125 to (a quoted over the phone), a price of $ 250!!! Are you kidding! So now I can no longer even afford to go to the salon that I have been frequenting for over 8 years.
Hopefully they will come to their senses and reduce those unreal prices.

As the seasons change so does my hair style. The one thing that has stayed the same is my stylist Paola at Salon Nordine in Gainesville!
She is always knowledgeable about the latest fashions and hairstyles. She helps me get a mix of professional but stylish. People at work still compliment my hair which took some getting used to. I never had a single compliment on my hair before I met her, now I almost expect it!
Paola took me from long and unstyled to short professional last summer, now I am growing it longer and it still looks great in the office or great on the weekends.
I’m totally loving Paola right now because she gives the best haircuts I have ever had, hands down. I still drive halfway across town to see her.
They just moved to the new salon next door and I can’t wait to see it, but I don’t go for the ambiance I go for the great haircut. Thanks Paola!!!
Guys, you are in for a treat with Paola. Great haircut every time. Bring your ladies too, she is fantastic.

I’ve been going to Salon Nordine in Gainesville for the past three years & have had nothing but positive experiences. Love that I can get a high end salon experience without having to drive to DC. The salon is completely separate from the spa, so there is no noise on the spa side, and you don’t see people in robes on the salon side. The salon has the best brands of hair, beauty & nail products for sale as well.
I regularly have my hair done at Salon Nordine — I highly recommend Tracie for color and cuts — she is amazing. I have had one facial in the spa and it was great. My mother and sister are also repeat customers for hair and spa services. Oh, and you can have a glass of wine while you wait for your color to develop! Very relaxing atmosphere and by far the best salon in the area.

Paola is wonderful! I just love the way she flat irons my hair. Always does such a great job! Also just having your hair washed at this salon is AWESOME. Love the massage chairs.

I have been going to Susie for YEARS and she is hands down the BEST hairstylist in the metro area (and I have been to some big name salons!). Oh, and not just hairstylist, she is a color magician! Seriously, I am nothing special but men stop me in the street to tell me I have cool hair! Even if you work in corporate, she can work a little fun into your tresses while maintaining a professional appearance. The key: go in and trust her. She knows what will look good on you. I seriously sit down and tell her «I don’t care what you do.». It is always awesome. Make an appointment… I promise you won’t regret it!

I don’t know how they get off charging the prices they charge. Extremely expensive for the same quality I can get at much less expensive salons. AND all of the stylists think the more cleavage they show, the better work they do. I DO NOT go to a salon to see breasts hanging out. The majority of your clients are women, so why do you do that? Cover them up ladies, please!!!

I have been going to Salon Nordine for years — visiting multiple locations. I love the Gainesville location. It is small enough to be friendly yet you still know you are in a great salon. The atmosphere is calming & the staff is extremely friendly & knowledgable. My only complaint that since I am tall, the reclining shampoo chairs just aren’t the most comfortable thing… but not many are.
Lindsay is my favorite stylist at the salon… She is highly recommended.