Habitude at the Locks

11/18/09

Best Hairstylist around!

by KissyTina at Citysearch

I drive all the way from Mill Creek to the Ballard locks to get my hair done at Habitude. Ever since the first time Kermit cut, colored, and styled my hair I've never gone anywhere else. Before Habitude, I tried Gene which was way overpriced and rushed me in and out. Then I tried 7 which only had one good stylist who left. Then I found Kermit at Habitude who charged a fraction of the cost and produced a much better product. He always takes his time to listen to exactly what I want, gives great advice and then teaches me how to actually do my hairstyle at home! He's amazing with color and keeps up on all the latest hair trends. Updo's are another one of his specialties and again cost way less than some of the high end salons. I would never go to anyone else! Recently, I also sent my husband in for a hot rock massage and he loved it! He said it was the best birthday gift ever.

• Pros: Actually affordable, spend time on client, keep up on trends
• Cons: NONE

11/17/09

Gel Nail Lacquer Rocks!!!!!

by spagirl2207 at Citysearch

For years I would "drive" by Habitude and always wondered about it and what services they had to offer. I am a natural nail fanatic, and I have never had nail enhancements..... so I love the idea and phylsophy behind Habitude and Aveda.

My only disappointment, in getting my nails done, for years was the fact that as soon as you get a manicure with polish start to chip! I was so excited last February to find out that OPI had created a long lasting Gel Nail Lacquer, that wouldn't damage the nail bed, doesn't chip and wears at least 2 - 3 weeks.... sometimes I can even get 3 1/2 to 4 weeks and that's unheard of!

I searched and searched trying to find a place that offered this service and was surprised to find that Habitude around the corner was now offering it, starting this past September 2009. I called up at the beginning of September and had my first experience with Habitude... and let me tell you it was an experience. I was greeted in the loby (of which there is great retail shopping) and was guided up to the spa! I had arived early, so I had time to take a herbal steam before my mani and Pedi, what a treat! Having never been to habitude before I let the receptionist schedule me with whom she thought was best. I am now a FAN of JENNY!!!!! She answered all my questions and gave me the best pedicure I have ever had, and I have had TONS!!!! and one more thing....... no more day long until my manicure chips any more..... My nails looks fresh and beautiful for 3 WEEKS!!!! how awsome. You should really schedule an appointment with Jenny or any of the Habitude nail techs! They know what they are doing!

• Pros: Right around the corner from where I live
• Cons: a bit spendy, but that's what a girl deserves!

11/16/09

LOOOOOOOVE HABITUDE!

by AmandaKay at Citysearch

I just moved to Idaho and now go to a new salon, a very nice one in fact but it does not EVEN compare to habitude salon. I am always looking forward to the next time I will get to visit the salon as I was going there for almost two years and always would leave saying I think this is my most favorite cut & color! Everyone who works at habitude is so friendly and the salon is so calming and relaxing, there were plenty of times I could've taken a nap after herbal tea, a head massage and from relaxing on their big comfy couches. Kermit is the stylist that does my hair and he is a very lovable and humorous person so not only do I look forward to getting my hair done but I also look forward to visiting and catching up with a friend! Also, they use Aveda products which are earth friendly and smell SO good. Before I came to this salon I often times was anxious for my hair to be done but you will not want to leave this place! I highly recommend Kermit- you will not leave Habitude disappointed.

• Pros: Everything
• Cons: I moved to Idaho and they do not have a habitude here:(