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Avant continues to be the ultimate salon and spa experience in Austin. We will devote all our attention to you as you indulge in a truly nurturing and energizing experience. All of our professionals are individually chosen and have passed our nationally acclaimed educational program with great success. We have two great locations to serve you: gateway shopping center and downtown. Full-service salon includes chemical and cutting services: haircuts start at $40. Spa services include body treatments, nail services, waxing, facials, solar effects body bronzer, massages (hydrotherm massage is also available). Gift cards available online.
The spa is larger than the storefront leads one to believe. Comfortable seating allows guests to relax and sip complimentary beverages as they wait for their appointments. Soft lighting plus rose bouquets and...
citysearch.com - expert review - 06/27/2006
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I have been going to Avant for a few years as I like the AVeda products, the atmosphere, and the customer services. Teresa does both my color and cut. I have always enjoyed the visit to the salon as it is...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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I just have to say that I LOVE Mandy at the downtown location! Wow! She is amazing! Just when my bridal portrait day was looking extremely gloomy (rain and a bad updo.....) she made the day a beautiful one by...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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Haircut by Amanda, color by Vanessa. Both stylists were lots of fun, but very professional. Haircut and color were spectacular. I would definitely recommend this salon to ANYONE!!! Front-desk personnel...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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My experience began really well- I had an enjoyable facial that left me feeling really clean and relaxed. My haircut, however, would end in disaster. My stylist, Laura, was condescending and rude. After I...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Avant might not know about about the videos but I was informed that they had numerous complaints from clients feeling uncomfortable from Jason and did nothing. So how come we still don't know if Jason…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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My experience today was unbelievable. I truly enjoyed every minute of it. Amanda was so knowledgeable and so kind. She did an incredible job on my highlights and I felt so special. Rick was awesome. So...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My awesome hair stylist of many years at Ann Kelso is soon to be out on extended leave, so I decided to take this opportunity to try somebody new at a north-side location (which is much more…
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Kvue newstation here in Austin just released some important information regarding Avant. Massage therapist, Jason Charles Thompson, was just arrested b'c he was taking improper photos of his female…
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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Ask for Mandy, if you need a colorist! She listens and cares about her clients, and has an intuitive sense of color. Also, for awesome shampoo/massages, and great styles, ask for Vanessa!
openlist - user review - 09/06/2008
I loved the haircut I already had from Vain but needed a trim to clean things up since my regular girl was out of town. I made an appointment at Avant and when I arrived they did not have me on the calendar....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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I am the type of person who enjoys walking into a salon and telling any stylist the basic changes I want (i.e. short, growing it out, highlights, single color process, etc.) but after a disaster with a new...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you're getting a haircut, I recommend Ric. If you're getting color done, especially highlights, go to Vanessa. They are the best! I will not let anyone else touch my hair, and I've tried many…
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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Ric did an awesome job helping me choose a cut that really works with my lifestyle. I'll definitely be coming back, and have told many of my friends and family how happy I am that I went to Avant.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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I found Avant while searching the web for a new salon to get a haircut. Between the mixed reviews and high prices I was very skeptical, but I felt like treating myself and thought I would give it a try. After...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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I have been getting my hair done at Avant for a few years and like it just fine. Amanda is my stylist and she is friendly and does a nice job. I have a very simple hairstyle, though, so I can't speak for...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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I made a big mistake... "cheated" on my regular hairstylist thinking that "the grass was greener somewhere else". What a terrible mistake! I live in north Austin, therefore ended going to Avant Salon looking...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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This is well worth your money. This was the best brow wax I have ever had. The gal spent about a half hour just on my brows. She waxed, plucked, and trimmed forever. I felt so pampered and she was very...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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I have been a regular customer at Avant since the days of one salon on Guadalupe in the early 90's. My daughter was in kindergarten then and I would bring her with me and the stylists would give her a...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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I just want to tell you that you are very lucky to have Amanda Hasty working for you. I have been coloring my hair for years at many different salons in many different states and I have never found anyone as...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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This place is the best. It´s pampering all around since the very moment you enter into it. I have been going with Jenn Marie and Ashley for haircut and highlights since 2003. They are great. I have done 3...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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I love love this place, probably one of Avant's biggest fan! I've been a very very satisfied/returning customer for over 5 years. I'm Asian and I have really thick dark hair (not coarse), just really thick and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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I can't believe Ive never gone to your salon since I moved here from Dallas! I've been looking for 4 yrs to find a place I always want to go back to, and now I have. The service was excellent! I haven't cut my...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Love what Amanda Hasty has done for my color. Everyone is super friendly and concerned with my results. Haircuts or color are always done right.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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I have been going to the downtown location of Avant for awhile now. I just recently got married and Mandy, who does my highlights, did my updo for the wedding. It could have possibly been my favorite thing...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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I have been extremely happy with Avant and their hair coloring. I started with Ashley at the Gateway Avant in Austin, Tx and transferred to Emily at the downtown Austin location. Emily has been a great source...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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Its funny I just so happened to go on to the site to get the dwontown number and saw this last review about "the girl with the dreadlocks". Just wanted to say a couple things real quick. Thats my girl and she...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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Today was my first time at avant and I loved it. I am originally from Chicago, but I have lived in Austin for 3 years. I have never been to a salon here and now I wish I would have started years ago. David...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to Avant for about 13 years now and have been through several stylists and used different services from them. Overall, I really like the place. I got my last haircut from a stylist…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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I have been a faithful Avant customer for the past 8 years and will not be going back. Service has been great until now. I have made 4 appointments between August 2007 and April 2008. Three of the four...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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I got a massage during Spa Week at Avant and was very impressed with the treatment that I received for the price. Don't be fooled by the busy salon area up front. They take you to a back area that is quite,...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Being a recent resident of the Austin area, I have been able to experience a few of the so called "top rated" salons in the city. However, I have just really never seem to click with a stylist. Either the cut...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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Please be careful who you go to get your hair colored. I learned the hard way by choosing a terrible salon like Avant. Tina colored my hair and it is now a brassy orange color. She didn't seem like she was...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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I was in your salon on Tuesday getting an updo for a bridal portrait. Mandy did my hair and it looked great! I'm not from Austin so I wasn't sure where to go for my hair and I was referred to your salon and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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I was asked recently to be a model in an Avant Photoshoot. I was excited since I have admired Avants photography since i was child. I was apprehensive about doing anything too crazy with my hair, but Avant...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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Avant was recommended by a friend after I relocated from Dallas to Austin. I'm very finicky about who cuts my hair (I have an unruly coif) and wanted an Aveda salon. Lacy and the downtown Avant salon were...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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After messing up my appt and the receptionist responding extremely rudely to it all, I was shoved in with Tina, the colorist. Something in my gut told me to leave, but I needed my hair done so I decided to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this salon three times, and two out of three experiences were good. The atmosphere of the salon is upscale and trendy, with upbeat music and a modern decor. Staff seems friendly and you…
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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I have to say, I decided to go to Avant due to all the positive ratings. I called and talked to the receptionist, told her what type of style I wanted (short funky razor cut) and she recommended 2 stylist to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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I was really excited to get my hair done because I just moved here so I made an apt and went in! That was a HUGE mistake!!! I told the stylist exactly what I wanted an he cut and cut and cut and I was so...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Awful colorist. Attitude deluxe. Went there 4 years ago and still remember her 'tude. Also, not into getting my hair done to that block rockin beat. Way too much bass and runway music going on in…
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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My name is Jackie T. On January 30,2008 @ 5pm I went into the Downtown Avant Salon on 4th & Colorado with my Twin Sister Joanne, to get my hair cut for Locks for Love. We were greeted by Russell who made us...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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I moved down from Minneapolis, where the original Aveda Institute started. Wasn't sure I would be able to find a good salon here in Austin, it took me quite a few trips to other salons to find Avant. Glad I...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My stylist is named Teresa, but everyone calls her "T-Baby." She has been coloring and cutting my curls for over 5 years. T-Baby always has a funny story and I trust her with my tresses. In fact, she…
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Austin has a lot of great salons, and I have always liked to try them out. However, Avant stands out from them all. This salon has consistent great service, and everyone there is talented and worth the time...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to jenifer P. yesterday for a color and she is magnificent! She may have only been there 1 year but she has a perfect eye for color. I have tried several other upscale salons and they simply…
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Are you tired of messing around with hairstylists who don't know what they're doing in order to try and save some dough? Well, quit being a cheapskate, go to Ric at Avant and get the cut and style…
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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I recently got my hair cut at Avant ; since I'm originally from Houston I was struggling trying to fin a new salon and stylist. I did my research on the Internet and found out that Avant had great reviews and...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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Does anyone know where Angelica went? She is the best curly hair cutter around! I have not found anyone like her. Thanks so much!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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After having moved here from Dallas five years ago, I was on a quest to find a great hair salon that met my high standards. I finally found Avant during my first year here and have rarely been disappointed....
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is crazy in the front and serene in the back... kind of like a bass ackwards mullet! The salon section of the shop is bumpin' with crew and customers. There is always an upbeat vibe and…
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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I just wanted to tell you that getting a haircut at Avant was a great experience. Why? Well, Avant has that blend of upscale professionalism mixed with a staffwho seemed to actually LIKE people. It's...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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I wanted to tell you OUTSTANDING your salon is. I had the same hairdresser for several years before she moved away a few years ago. Since then I have not been able to find a salon or hairdresser that I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I wanted to kill some time and stopped in to Avant to check out some Aveda products. This guy Bryan offered to help us and he was awesome! He did my make-up with some of their new brown…
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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I was very nervous to have a drastic change in cut and style. I have been less then impressed by other pricey salons in Austin, and was afraid of getting screwed again. Melissa was recommended to me and she is...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/13/2007
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I was an out of town guest for a wedding and could not have been happier with the results. Will definitely recommend to any friends in the Austin area! Your salon has a nice overall feel and your staff there...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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Tina at downtown was great! I am very happy to talk with a professional who knows what is best for my hair. I will make a good habit to always book my appointments with Tina because she is professional and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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I have gone to Avant downtown for over 6 years with nothing but great experiences. I have recently moved to the Domain, so I decided to try a new Avant hairdresser at the Gateway salon (closer to my new home)...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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I really liked my experience at Avant. (north, by Whole Foods). I had a haircut and a facial. I will recommend it to my friends for sure.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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I went in to get a trim with Rick. I am over 8 months pregnant, so I guess you could say my face is a little puffy. I told him I didn't want my chin length hair to be much shorter. I just wanted a trim. He...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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I do not normally write editorials, however after the dissapointing experiences I have had at salons over the last two years, it was great to visit Avant. I visited Avant with more then a little fear. Yes,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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I wrote the previous review about my cut.....well the highlights are beautiful too! Emily at the downtown avant did my blonde highlights and they look great! I went Urban Betty to get the done and I asked for...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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I have only been here once, and it was to correct someone else's mistake at another salon. Very fun atmosphere, they knew exactly what I wanted, and explained the processes to me. I would definitely go back.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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I have been traveling the world and have had the opportunity to go to some exceptional salons in Tokyo, London, New York, and Paris. I was a little worried about finding a hairdresser in Austin. I was excited...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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I went in to Avant's Gateway location for the first time this month. It was recommended by many of my co-workers. They would come back from getting their hair done, each looking fabulous. All of them had...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2007
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My first experience was wonderful and relaxing at Avant. Everything about the salon was great from waiting for the stylist, the hair wash, and most important the time that my stylist spent with me showing me...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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Avant is a great salon, with great stylists and great atmopshere....but.....my stylist (Rudolph) and colorist (Kari) just left Avant! If anyone knows if they are still working let us know!!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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This review is only for people who are from New York or LA and are unused to Austin style. Don't mean to be a wet blanket but I went after reading 5 star reviews here. This is not the place to go if you want...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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Getting a haircut at the Colorado street location of Avant salon was a great experience. The location had that blend of upscale professionalism mixed with a staff who seemed to actually LIKE people. It's...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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Brandon is a genius! I have always left Avant loving my hair cut (by Rudolph) and my color (by Brandon). He knows exactly where to place to the color to make my hair look natural. Many colorist have a tendency...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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My wife sees Melissa pretty often for massages. Ive always been hesitant about having a female therapist because they normally can't go deep enough. So, I gave her a try and will now go to her every time. Her...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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II've gone to many of "the best" salons in Austin and Avant surpasses them all. I have paid top dollar at other salons for highlights and have come out with horrible color and damaged hair. Emilyis absolutely...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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I am new in town and visited your salon recently for the first time for some color and highlights. Emily went above and beyond to make sure I left there completely satisfied with my hair color. She is quite...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been seeing J (Jennifer) for about a year and a half, and I've never been happier with my hair. She always gives me something a little different, which I like, since I can get in a rut, and it…
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2007
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I went to Amanda at the Avant off 360. First, she was 10 minutes late, and then when I said I just wanted my hair trimmed...but keep it long, and to only take a little off...I got just the opposite. She gave...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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I recently moved to Austin and have tried 4 different stylists and hated every cut that I got. I heard about Avant on this website and decided to make an appt. I'm glad I did! Kari did my color and it looks...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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I had my color done with Emily and cut with Julia at downtown. They are great! I had so many compliments from my friends, co-workers and even strangers! I highly recommend them.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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My first visit was amazing. I moved from DC to Austin back in August and had not gotten my hair cut in such a long time. Not only do I love and adore the cut and style of my hair, but the service and staff...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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I went to Avant for the first time and saw Vanessa for my color. Well let me tell you, she changed my life! I went in to get my roots retouched, I've been blonde for years. I have never thought about coloring...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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My experience at the Avant spa was great!! I've been in town for a couple of months and stumbled across Avant from all the great reviews. I was looking for an affordable stylist that could get the job done....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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Angelica is an amazing stylist. I home-colored my once-blonde hair brown, and it came out green on my previously colored hair. I was afraid of corrective color, so I found Angelica on Citysearch. I asked her...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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After 4 years of dedication to my hairdresser in New York, I moved to Austin. my biggest worry was to find a stylist. After reading an article in InStyle about Rudolph at Avant downtown I decided to to give...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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I had my hair done at Avant downtown by Connie. The service is great, very relaxing and friendly. It is the best hair experience I have had...possibly ever. I am the type of girl that goes in with an idea in...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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I really enjoyed my trip to Avante Salon. I just moved to the area and have tried several other salons without success. However, when I walked into Avant, I knew that it was a place that I would enjoy. My...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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I recently visited Avant Salon and Spa by Arboretum area for one hour Facial and one hour Massage. This was by far my best spa experience ever! I definitely recommend this spa to anyone looking for a great spa...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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I had the same hairdresser for several years before she moved away a few years ago. Since then I have not been able to find a salon or hairdresser that I have liked and am comfortable with telling her what I...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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As a frequent and well established Aveda Spa goer, this place does not provide any pampering or relaxing techniques that Aveda prides themselves on. Plus, there is no relaxing atmosphere prior to a facial or...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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I work downtown and ha
