Hakim’s Aalim (Hyderabad) haircut review – Two thumbs down

May 26, 2008 · Filed Under Opinion

And that’s the lowest rating on my scale.

This hair and tattoo salon was opened in Hyderabad sometime in April 2008 amidst much publicity. After all it has given some of the Bollywood stars their defining locks. They claim- Everyone in the film industry right from Ajay Devgan, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi and Salman Khan, Adnan Sami, Kajol, Saif Ali Khan, Sunny Deol, Tanushree Datta and Anil Kapoor, have got a snip from Aalims magic scissors. I hope that they meant that literally because more than a snip and the bollywood stars would be reeling with bad hair days and a sure shot dive in their film careers.

With prices as high as this you would expect a brilliant haircut or atleast a superb experience, but do you get that? Nope, not even close.

My experience:

I called up the Hakim’s Aalim salon on 24th of May to fix an appointment for my friend and me, at 6 p.m on the same day. All went as expected, the lady fixed the appointment and told me she would give a call at 5:30 p.m to confirm the appointment.

I received a call at 5:30 p.m from Hakim’s Aalim to confirm the appointment. Nothing .. till then, could be questioned about the brand.

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 1:

After a few minutes of waiting on arrival one of the staff tells me that the stylist that I wanted is unavailable, however a senior stylist is free. This despite my appointment.

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 2:

The fact that I was not informed about the stylists (top, senior etc.) at any point during my call or on arrival. ( The details on the prices and stylists were known to me because I like researching the brands that I use and found out about this from their website, and from a friend who had visited the salon a week ago.)

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 3:

When I informed him that the appointment was with a top stylist, he looked slightly taken aback and mumbled “Yes yes, she is also the top stylist.”

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 4:

All this while they completely forgot that the appointment was for two people - WE had to remind them. Then the arrangements were made for my friend’s haircut!!!!

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 5:

Their so called “Top-Stylist” could only suggest a ‘step-cut’ – The reason given I had curly hair and her imagination couldn’t think beyond a step-cut.

Lady, if I wanted a step-cut I could have gone to Habib’s (which by the way is any day better) or Latitudes , or for that matter any neigbourhood parlour. Why claim yourself to be top-stylist if you offer exactly what the street parlour offers?? I mean what the hell are you the top-stylist for?

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 6:

I still had hope, thinking the execution may be better .. you know the final touches, removal of frizz , magical removal of split ends .. something!!

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 7:

You get a very ordinary haircut for a price that could ensure just the same or even a better haircut and money left for one more haircut!! My super normal haircut cost me a very unjustified Rs. 975/- and my friends cost Rs. 575/- .

Why not to visit Hakim’s Aalim Salon, Hyderabad Reason 8:

Better and more professional outlets available, with less hype and talk and more satisfactory results. Where you ask? Well you could try this , this or even the likes of this ( The first two recommended are from my personal experience, the third does come recommended – just not from me!).

Based on better experience, better hair and all that at a lesser price.

One plus point about the visit : I would have otherwise not known how crappy the place is.

June 15, 2009: The day I revisited Hakim’s Aalim after much thought, did this visit change the way I feel about this place? Read here.

Hakims Aalim Revisited

June 15, 2009

Tags: Brand, Review

Comments

111 Responses to “Hakim’s Aalim (Hyderabad) haircut review – Two thumbs down”

rohan on March 30th, 2009 1:46 pm

any reviews on the tattooists at Hakim’s Aalim, Hyderabad?
Chaitanya Reddy on April 4th, 2009 1:52 am

Nope, have never been there. Although I am unaware of are any other professional tattooists in Hyderabad.
prachi on April 27th, 2009 7:21 am

do they pierce eye bro n what is the cost..of that
Chaitanya Reddy on May 2nd, 2009 9:52 am

Am not sure about that Prachi, you can call them at 040-23305371(Hyderabad) or visit their website http://www.hakimsaalim.com/nodes/home . Cheers!
loksatta on June 1st, 2009 12:41 am

I was searching for Hyderabad blogs and read some of your posts. They are good.
Chaitanya Reddy on June 1st, 2009 2:33 am

Thanks .. keep reading !!
Halims Aalim Revisited | Chaitanya's OWN on June 15th, 2009 4:55 am

[...] my first impressions (read post here), I did revisit this place as the quality and speed of growth of my hair showed visible improvement [...]
Ara on November 22nd, 2009 12:59 am

hi chaitanya,

Im new to hyderabad. I need a good hairstyle that would suit my face and some hair grooming. I am wandering where to go. Could not risk it. Do u know any place that u prefer which gives good service as well as in lesser price ??
Chaitanya Reddy on November 23rd, 2009 2:25 am

Hi Ara

There are many options available. I have not tried anything else after getting a cut from Hakims Aalim. The prices are a little steep though.

I have also been told that ‘Naturals’ is good for styling. Though I have not been there yet.

Try visiting the sites, it may help.

–
Cheers!!
sachin on December 30th, 2009 1:33 am

hi chaitanya! I went through yewr blog and was very upset aout yewr experience yew went through! as been in this prof frm last 15 yrs.. seems to b yew lost hope on hairdressers in hydrabad! just need one chance to do yewr hair! I assure yew dat it won’t repeat! I believe in action speak louder then words! lets proove it! mi name is sachin and I rock in mirror salon in jubilee hills! just one chance! thankz!
sachin on December 30th, 2009 1:43 am

hie guy’z and girls- this is sachin from mirror salon in jubilee! for make over and changing your looks call direct on my cell num 8008333008!
sachin da hairstylist on December 30th, 2009 1:45 am

call me on my cell 8008333008 for make over!
Chaitanya Reddy on January 1st, 2010 10:00 pm

Hey Sachin

I have noted your number, will definitely consider your offer for my next haircut . Cheers .
sagar on January 13th, 2010 1:45 am

hi,i would love to get a tattoo in ur saloon can i know the costs
Tattoo_Mistress on January 26th, 2010 3:15 pm

You really think it’s safe to tattoo and cut hair within the same vicinity? How disgusting! I only wish that people would realize what they were doing wrong….
Chaitanya Reddy on January 27th, 2010 6:12 am

@Tattoo_Mistress: That does sound positively repulsive and I get your concern there. Although, I would like to believe that proper hygiene is followed and separate sections exist for hair cutting and tattoo . Will check when I go to next, meanwhile you can also check the official websites for more info and contact details ..Cheers !!
Vie on February 3rd, 2010 9:57 am

I had not be to Hakim’s however the stylist who worked at Hakim’s works in a different salon and I had a rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreallly reeeeeeeeeeeally good hairdo from him.

Only then I realised the worth of Hakim’s.

I had an hairdo that I never had got done in my life, I looked like a star.

Brand does matter, and the cost for feeling good about one’s own look is priceless.

I somehow disagree.

Talking about professionalism etc…you would never find in my country.Its not a ridicule but its a fact to be proud of sometimes, we aren’t formal to our family leave alone to the rest of our country fellowmen.
Vie on February 3rd, 2010 10:01 am

I forgot to mention, I got the haircut done in Mumbai
Chaitanya Reddy on February 3rd, 2010 12:15 pm

Hi Vie

What you say about brands and the cost of feeling good does hold a lot of merit. Perhaps you missed the last line of the post .. which mentions my re-visit to Hakim Aalim.

That said, I would like to re-visit this place, truly based on merit and not primarily based on lack of options.

Cheers!!
Pooja on September 2nd, 2010 1:38 am

Hey Chaitanya :

There are two saloons oh Hakim in hyderabad .. Right ???? which one are ypou talking abt Jubliee hills or BAnjara hills ?? Please let me know i realllyyy need to go
kruthi on December 4th, 2010 12:24 am

Has anyone tried Dev at Hakims Aalim? He’s the best but he’s split from them and I’m unable to locate him. If anyone knows his whereabouts please let me know. Thanks.
Chaitanya Reddy on December 5th, 2010 8:47 pm

Hi Kruthi,

You are right Dev was really good and so was Ram. What I hear is that both have left and are planning to start their own venture. I will definitely update once I get to know the exact details.

I did go again for a trim yesterday and they have a new senior stylist Aman, who is also good. You could probably try .

Wish you all good hair days.

Cheers!
akifa on December 9th, 2010 3:37 pm

hey chaitanya,
i was planning to get a haircut this weekend…and hakim was my first choice,but now after reading ur review i kinda think i wont go there.i have super frizzy hair n wud like to get a cut that can make it easier for me to handle my wild mane…….where do u think i can go?ne suggetions?im new to hyd n searching for some places that dont cost ott.
thank you:)
Chaitanya Reddy on December 20th, 2010 12:28 am

Hi Akifa

There are salons like : Mane’a (its a loreal venture) where I guess the haircut costs about 550. You can check their site http://www.manea.in/home.html, and call to confirm. Few people have raved about this place to me.

Natural and Jawed Habib are also easy on the pocket, but I was not so happy with their services. In Hakims Aalim also you can probably go for their ‘Top stylist’ who will charge 750 for the cut, senior stylist and style directors will charge 1000 upwards (these are the charges for lady clients, for men the rates are lower).

Just go ahead with what you feel is comfortable, it’s your hair after all and a few hundred can save you from bad hair days . Call the salon, ask questions and see if they offer what you want.

Hope I have helped .

Cheers!!
sagar on December 29th, 2010 11:29 am

HI
CHAITANYA I HAVE READ A LOT OF YOUR COMMENTS JUST WANTED A SUGGESTION FROM YOU,I HAVE BEEN TO HABIBS AND NATURALS BUT WAS NOT HAPPY WITH THERE CUT.I RAED ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE AT HAKIMS AALIM ,
SO WANTED TO KNOW WERE ELSE TO GO APART FROM THEM,
KINDLY SUGGEST
Chaitanya Reddy on December 29th, 2010 12:15 pm

Hi Sagar

Apart from this post, I have also done a follow-up post on Haakim’s Aalim here.

Compared to when I had written the post, there are many new salons open, as mentioned in the previous comment you can try Mane’a, which had got good review’s from some people I know.

From the places I tried, I prefer Naturals the least, Jawad Habib was average (I went twice and both times, they were up-selling , even before selling!), Hakims Aalim had some great stylists (Ram and Dev, who have left). My last visit to HA, was a couple of weeks ago, wherein I got a simple trim.

I suggest that if you are fine with the prices, try Hakims, till we are pampered with good options
padmaja on February 16th, 2011 10:39 am

Hi all,

i went twice to HA(haakims alim) for hair cut.. done with the same stylist which costed me 750 for the 1st tym.. and after 3 months it is 900..i was ok with the first tym.. but 2nd tym i am not at all satisfied… try some other saloon … if u hav any idea.. plzz let me know..
Chaitanya Reddy on February 16th, 2011 11:40 am

Hey Padmaja .. a new salon is opening in Hyd soon(within the next month), will visit review and upate here ..

The owner is Dev (Ex- HA), and he is good .. fingers crossed for the expense though
padmaja on February 20th, 2011 6:06 am

hi chaithanya,

Thankq 4 d response..let me know once u get it done
Sravanthi on February 23rd, 2011 1:55 pm

Hi Chaitanya…
It was nice to know that there are regular updates on the hair saloon options that are available in the city..i was looking at getting a haircut & was thinking about hakim aalim’s…so jus thought i’d review them.after all i’d b paying a huge sum so i need my vfm right?!!so wot do u think..is hakim’s better or mane’s?i want a kinda makeover of sorts u can say…
Chaitanya Reddy on February 24th, 2011 3:45 am

Hi Sravanthi

Hakims is a good option but expensive (personal experience and opinion), whereas Manea is cheaper (almost 50% cheaper) and also good (so I am told).

So choose accordingly to your priority , also if u dont mind the wait I will be reviewing another new salon 19th of March 2011.
Cheers!!
Sunitha on February 26th, 2011 11:07 am

Hey Chaitanya..
Nice 2 c ur reviews on d salons..
Im looking forward to have a haircut dis week n am really confused btwn Hakims n Mirrors..!!
I tried B Hills Hakims earlier but it was just fine.. So wondering which 1 wud b better?
Price is just not an issue..!! I jus need a chng in my look..!!
Chaitanya Reddy on February 26th, 2011 10:22 pm

Hi Sunitha

Well, I agree with the Hakim Aalim experience being just about fine, I have heard good reviews about mirrors, but not been there . It would be great if you could revert back with your feedback in case you do go there.
Also note, that I am going to try a new Salon and review the same, in a couple of weeks from now, so if you don’t mind the wait you will have another place to consider .

Let me know your feedback in case you try Mirrors or any other place .

Cheers!!
shalinireddy on March 4th, 2011 5:03 am

hii chaitanya,,
i want to go 4r permanent hair straightening at hakims,,and now am confused with ur comments whther to go or not,,and i had also seen that another salon will be opened in march,,can u suggest me foe gud straightening salons.
thanks..
Chaitanya Reddy on March 4th, 2011 12:19 pm

Tell you what Shalini, let me check the new place out (latest by 12th March ..just a week away ) and get back to you with feedback.
shalinireddy on March 8th, 2011 5:15 am

thanks 4r u reply…
swetha on March 9th, 2011 2:40 am

Hi Chaitanya …. First thngs First … ur blog is so damn helpful … cheers for tat i am very much a regular customer of hakims aalim… n had been gettin my hair cut done only by Dev … now since he’d left ha , m lukin for other options … but nw ur blog has given me some hopes regd Dev’s new parlour …. waiting for ur reviews on tat ….. !!!
nikita on March 10th, 2011 1:19 am

Hi all …
I am planning to go for a hair cut. After an intense search , thgt i vud go to mirrors which is located at jubilee hills… but many of my frds told me tat sachin n aughi are the best stylists thr and unfortunately both of them left… Rite nw mirrors has spandana and mitesh who are the top stylists but i really dont knw anythng abt their work …. plzzz let me knw if any one of u got a hair cut done by thm or plzz be advised on whr else can i go for d cut …. been to hakims aalim n i left its kinda okiiishhh … not gr8 … somethng better vud be very helpful … thanx
Chaitanya Reddy on March 10th, 2011 5:33 am

Quick update, Dev’s Salon opens in the third week of March hence I can check it out on the 26th or the 27th.

Got to wait a little longer – disappointing because I REALLY need a cut, but I guess worth the wait.
Ajitabh on March 11th, 2011 5:04 am

Hi,
Any idea about mirrors? I’ve heard about them being good. Anyone been there?
Chaitanya Reddy on March 11th, 2011 11:27 am

Hey Ajitabh … never been to Mirrors, but been hearing about it quite often.
sahil on March 18th, 2011 8:56 am

Do you know where exactly Dev is going to open his salon.
Chaitanya Reddy on April 2nd, 2011 4:42 am

Ok, so I did not go for my appointment yet.
But not to disappoint you all, here is the address of Dev’s Salon (which is called ‘Snippers’ btw):

H.no., 8-2-277/2, UBI colony
Plot 2, 2nd Floor
Road no. 3, Banjara hills

Mobile: 90000 08276
Landline: 040 – 23607277 or 040-2367177
tanuja on April 6th, 2011 5:45 am

hey.. just stumbled upon your blog and thought to give a try @ Snippers and yes..i got my hair cut from Dev…for the very first time..it was gud enuf..
had to shed out 1.2k though..
Chaitanya Reddy on April 11th, 2011 12:15 pm

Hi Tanuja

Thats great to hear .. one secret once you get a ‘Dev haircut’ your hair grows much better. Give it some time and you will see.

I also got a cut last weekend and love love love it .. expensive yes!! but worth it .

Cheers!!

P.S: Do let me know if you try any new Salons and how your experience was.
Chaitanya Reddy on April 11th, 2011 12:17 pm

Ok , so I got the much needed haircut from Dev at Snippers and as expected, it went well.

The Salon is still undergoing the final stages of setup and construction, so do call for a prior appointment.

Happy hair days you all
aryan on May 12th, 2011 2:01 am

ny pocket friendly salons for teens in hyderabad which offer trendy hair cuts at reasonable prices??? ny1 here been at sanyo’s kharkhana???
aryan on May 12th, 2011 2:04 am

ny pocket frindly salons in hyderabad which offer trendy haircuts for men at reasonable prices??? ny1 been at sanyo’s vikrampuri(kharkhana) over here???
aryan on May 12th, 2011 2:05 am

awaiting for ur reply!!
Latha on May 15th, 2011 9:44 am

Hi Chaitanya, Your blog is very helpful. I am going to snippers salon to get a hair cut from Dev tomorrow, never tried before. Will update you.

Many Thanks,
Latha
Chaitanya Reddy on May 15th, 2011 10:08 am

Hi Aryan

You can try Sanyo, it is definitely pocket friendly.

Other options around that area are Latitude, Naturals (Sindhi Colony, and I guess one in the same building as Naturals as well – Rainbow Mall Karkhana) –these are all comparatively cheaper that Aalims or Snippers. Although Jawed Habib is also closeby, would not recommend it.

Check the prices for the cut’s at Manea’ by Loreal (they have branch’s in Banjara and Madhapur, you can get the contact and other details from their site : http://www.manea.in/contact.html ).

Hope this helps ..
Chaitanya Reddy on May 15th, 2011 10:10 am

That’s awesome Latha
Aryan on May 19th, 2011 10:51 am

thanks a ton..bt i dint feel sanyo dat useful…coz he tottaly messed up wid ma hair! wel mah last hope is snippers for nw! hmmmm raly ur blog is v.useful man! thanx a ton!
Chaitanya Reddy on May 19th, 2011 10:53 am

So sorry to hear abt the Sanyo experience .. hope u only have good hair days from now on .. cheers
sravya on June 19th, 2011 7:47 am

Hi Chaitanya

I just got a superb hair cut from dev at snippers
wow wow wow
i just love it

all thanks 2 u
Chaitanya Reddy on June 20th, 2011 2:32 am

Hey Sravya glad to know.
Your comment made me smile cheek to cheek .
sravya on June 20th, 2011 12:47 pm
Shilpa on July 6th, 2011 12:25 pm

Hey Chaitanya..thanks a ton for providing this info.have been looking for a good salon since a long time. Grapes in Himayat Nagar is also good.The prices are reasonable and also the stylist knows what she’s talking about.
Sunitha Thakur on July 15th, 2011 5:19 am

Hey I read all ur comments … going to get myself a haircut done soon for my bday … Planning togo to Snippers … heard a lot on the blog abt Dev ..hope will not b dissappointed
Chaitanya Reddy on July 16th, 2011 1:13 am

A very happy birthday in advance Sunitha, I am sure Dev would live up to reputation, do let us know your feedback .
Sunitha Thakur on July 23rd, 2011 2:51 am

Hey thanks Chaitanya …I did get my hair cut done from Dev in Hyerabad atleast form wherever i have tried….But its very pricy ..They charged me Rs. 1200 yaar
Sunitha Thakur on July 23rd, 2011 2:52 am

**I meant he is better than other saloons … atleast from whereever i have tried in Hyderabad
Sunitha Thakur on July 23rd, 2011 2:59 am

Hey any idea about leave in conditioners … Actually i have curly hair and Dev suggested me that i use Leave in Conditioner …So can any one suggest me some good brand and place from wer i can buy the same
Chaitanya Reddy on July 25th, 2011 1:56 am

Hi Sunitha, most of the well known salons charge approximately the same, so I guess there is no escaping that :-/.

Regarding the leave-in conditioners, you can ask Dev for the same and he will advice.

I also have curly hair and use the Label M (leave in) conditioner, you can probably check at Snippers if they stock the same for sale and pick it up during your next visit .

Let me know if you need any other information. Also if you find any other brand of conditioner that you like do tell me, I would like to give it a try too .
abhishek on July 29th, 2011 1:27 pm

Iam looking suitable hair style for my curly & dry hair.every body sugessted me to go for spy,but iam unable to maintain,can any hair stylist sugest me for better one.9700000644
Chaitanya Reddy on July 30th, 2011 1:06 am

Hi Abhishek

Spa is pretty effective, but you need to continue it and I must say it is not so easy on the pocket too.

Do speak to the Snippers team and fix an appointment, maybe they can help.

Scroll through the comments to get their contact details.

Cheers!
pamela on July 31st, 2011 8:08 am

I am looking for hair smoothing treatment. Where should i go Hakim Aalim/Manea/Snipers/any other. My concern is quality than price. so frenz pls help me?
Sunitha Thakur on August 1st, 2011 2:36 am

Hey thanks …. but can i get it some where else too apart from Snippers?
Chaitanya Reddy on August 1st, 2011 10:35 am

Hi Pamela,

Personal preference Snippers over Hakims Aalim.
Never been to Manea.

I sure hope one of the readers can help with your query.
Chaitanya Reddy on August 1st, 2011 10:38 am

Hi Sunitha

The Label M leave in conditioners you will get over the counter in most of the city Salons.

Let me know which area you frequent and perhaps I can give a more pointed location.

Further, you can try the hair serums also.. they do wonders for dry curly hair, but the effects are temporary
Sunitha Thakur on August 1st, 2011 12:52 pm

Thanks Chaitanya ….Secunderabd is more convinient as i stay close to that but i dont mind if its in banjara hills or madhapur too as i work ther so that would also be convinient
Sunitha Thakur on August 1st, 2011 12:53 pm

Hey nd yes i used to used Loreal Serum but dint really find any difference
Chaitanya Reddy on August 3rd, 2011 2:18 am

Hey Sunitha

In that case just check with Jawad habibs (located near AWHO colony diamond point, secunderabad) , or at Hakims Aalim/Manea to pick the Label M leave in conditioner.
You could just call them and check if they stock these.
Sreedevi on August 6th, 2011 3:03 am

Hi Chaitanya – Any feedback/ reviews about “Hair Art by Chandrankanth”? I’ve heard about the place and I’m trying to choose between Dev and Ck – had a friend go to Dev’s recently and she wasn’t too happy with the results.

Thanks
Chaitanya Reddy on August 7th, 2011 8:19 am

Hi Sreedevi
Sorry, no idea about Hair art by Chandrakanth, but must say not very impressed with their website.
Sreedevi on August 7th, 2011 11:17 pm

Well, then will try Dev. Hopefully I’ll be happy with the results. Thanks a lot, Chaitanya
Chaitanya Reddy on August 8th, 2011 10:59 pm

let us know how your session turns out Sreedevi.
Sari on August 26th, 2011 4:07 am

Underwent hair cut as part of grooming session for an event at Hakim Aalims….. they changed my entire look with a wierd boyish hairstyle……so called posh i was shocked to see myself …i had wavy shoulder lever hair…..i received many compliments on my hair…….got many ads too….iam nowwaiting for my hair to grow I dont understand why this saloon is so famous? for changing the shape of your hair??…….not even bothered to see if that suits one or not…….crazy !!!!!i hate them i never suggest one to go “Hakim aalim’s” at Jubilee HIlls
Chaitanya Reddy on August 26th, 2011 9:18 am

I can totally relate to what you say Sarita, I once had my waist length hair chopped off by a ‘hair stylist’ :-/. But the good news is hair will grow back sooner than you realize, I would say that you try and make the most of this new look.
And if you so wish just check in at Snippers and see if they suggest anything to make the look better.

Take care and let me know if you do try something else.

Cheers.
Indu on September 1st, 2011 8:24 am

Hi Chaitanya,
I hv worst experience with Habib’s at suchitra.I just told their stylist to cut little bit length of my hair and i went there for simple “U” cut.but she chopped all my hair length and i dont knw which type of cut she made its not “U”.i cried for 2 weeks.after 12 months i got the same length and again i want a hair cut bcoz my hair cut shape is terrible so plz suggest me good parlor for my make over i am very depressed.I am the person who really needs ur HELP
Chaitanya Reddy on September 1st, 2011 8:48 am

Hi Indu

First of all a ((hug)) .

We all have bad, terrible and disastrous hair days but trust me it is one of the easiest things about your look that can be fixed.

To be honest I am yet to come across someone as good as Dev or Ram at Snippers (atleast in the city of Hyderabad). Although many claim to meet similar standards they have failed to impress me.

But I have noticed that one advantage to getting my hair cut from Dev is that the hair grows back super fast, allowing me to experiment further.

Why don’t you take an appointment and seek their advice and tell them exactly everything you wrote here , am sure they will work out a style that is perfect.

Do tell me how you go about switching your days to good hair and happy days.

Much love
Chaitanya
Priyaanka on September 1st, 2011 2:47 pm

Hey Chaitanya,

I see u doing sum good work out here mate

Dude, I jus wanted to know about “keratin treatment” apparently heard tat it’s good for frizzy hair n wavy hair..
N u know very well now the permanent straightening is totally cliche…

Wat is ur opinion on this treatment.. N who does it the best in hyderabad????

Hoping for a speedy n helpful suggestion:)
Chaitanya Reddy on September 1st, 2011 10:35 pm

Hey Priyaanka

Thank you and glad that the review is helping many make a choice .

To be fair and honest about your query most treatments do work wonders for your hair, but the results may not be permanent and you need to go for the same on a regular basis.

I had once taken a treatment for my hair (I guess it was a protein treatment) and within a month my hair was visibly fabulous ….but, I felt it was an extravagance that I did not wish to indulge in anymore and discontinued.

That said I think you should definitely give it a go (if you can afford it, if you are getting it done from a reputable place and by a person you trust your hair with). The results are definitely going to please you as long as you ensure that you get the treatments done at regular intervals (I guess they recommend once every 14 days to begin with and the frequency reduces eventually).

Let me know what you decide. Hope I have been helpful.

Cheers
Chaitanya
Priyaanka on September 4th, 2011 3:03 am

Hey chaitanya,

Keratin treatment is something like straightening itself.. But it lasts for only 3 months.. N again after 3 months it should be repeated..
The adv of this treatment over the normal permanent straightening is that, after 3 months ur entire hair looks even unlike permanent straightening where u hav parts of hair that is straight n d new growing hair that is like ur original hair which eventually makes u look like a gorilla

I gotta knw abt keratin treatment at “juice in jubilee hills 10 c”
The hair stylist Amit recommended it to me..

So I only wanted u tell me which is the best place for it and wat is ur opinion on the” juice palour”?????
Chaitanya Reddy on September 5th, 2011 12:46 am

Hi Priyaanka

Never visited the Juice salon, although saw the same a couple of times. I do recall hearing decent reviews about the place, but cannot vouch for the same.
Personally am against much alteration to the natural form of hair, but to each her own .

If Amit is someone who has consistantly given good results for your hair treatments, you can consider the option.

Cannot help you in making a choice whether to go for the treatment or not, but you can definitely visit a couple more reputable salons and ask what treatments do they suggest, maybe that can open up few more options for you.
Chaitanya Reddy on September 5th, 2011 4:09 am

Update: Just saw that Snippers is offering a 88% discount via Snapdeal.
anisha on September 12th, 2011 10:27 pm

Hey Chaitanya,

Interesting article, reviews and comments. I can understand what you say and feel. To each his own. In my experience there is no other salon as cool as Hakims aalim. The makeover which I got is simply amazing… i actually feel like a star and am ever greatful to them for not only giving me a new haircut but for giving me confidence and self worth.

Try vishu or nitesh there… may be you will change your view.

regards
Anisha
indu on September 15th, 2011 8:21 am

how much dev will charge for hair cut?
Chaitanya Reddy on September 15th, 2011 9:23 am

Hi Indu .. 1000-1200 is the standard charge, but they are currently offering discount’s on services. You could call to confirm but looks like it’s a good time to avail the services .
indu on September 17th, 2011 5:36 am

Hi Chaitanya,

I forgot to tell u tht i m living in A.S rao nagar now, i came to knw tht snippers is in Banjara hills which is very far frm my place can u pls suggest a better option near by my area, help pls

regards,
Indu
Chaitanya Reddy on September 18th, 2011 11:56 pm

Hi Indu

Perhaps you can check for Jawed habib or Naturals salon close by.
Although I cannot vouch for the end result, they have plenty of outlets spread across the Hyderabad Secunderabad region and I am sure there will be one near where you stay.

Perhaps this will help:
http://ww.justdial.com/srch/search.php
http://ww.justdial.com/srch/search_cmd.php?srch=true&city=Secunderabad

Let us know how the appointment goes
Cheers!!!
uma on September 20th, 2011 7:07 am

I went to the Hakim Aalim at bangalore…very average..nothing great at all! I prefer bounce or jean biguine any time for a haircut. Keep away
indu on September 22nd, 2011 6:40 am

hey chaitanya,

I got a deal from snapdeal for 80% off at snippers and i am happy for that but unfortunately DEV will not cut my hair bcoz he is creative head what to do suggest me?please email me at mvmach1979@gmail.com

Help me friend

regards,
INDU
linda on October 10th, 2011 10:32 am

i badly want a hair cut from some creative hair dresser not any average hairstyle. I m looking for someone who is passionately into hairstyling and understands what is wanted.

I thought of Dev at Snippers bt nw it seems like haakim, jawed he’s also got his pets. …
linda on October 10th, 2011 10:36 am

and yes…was looking for a kat von d type tatoo head who can pen my thoughts and bury it in my skin… Please advise.
Chaitanya Reddy on October 11th, 2011 11:05 am

Hey Linda

When it comes to the haircut’s, personal experience has been that Dev and Ram are the best I encountered (so far) in Hyderabad. Give snippers a visit and check if they can deliver before you make a choice.

As for the tattoo, Kat Von D is waayy too good and I am not so sure if there are any Tattoo parlors in Hyderabad that will give similar quality Ink, but then again I have never gotten a tattoo or researched on it. Personally all individuals that I know with tattoo’s got it either from other cities like Bombay(Mumbai), Pune or from their trips out of India.

If any of the readers have any idea on this, would request your inputs on this.

Cheers!!
Rosa on October 13th, 2011 1:55 am

Hi all …
I am planning to go for a hair cut. After an intense search , thgt i vud go to mirrors which is located at jubilee hills… but many of my frds told me tat sachin n aughi are the best stylists thr and unfortunately both of them left… Rite nw mirrors has spandana and mitesh who are the top stylists but i really dont knw anythng abt their work …. plzzz let me knw if any one of u got a hair cut done by thm or plzz be advised on whr else can i go for d cut …. been to hakims aalim n i left its kinda okiiishhh … not gr8 … somethng better vud be very helpful … thanx
+1
linda on October 28th, 2011 9:59 am

thanks chaitanya…. My haircut is still due nd i will consider snippers once…. as far as a tatooist is concerned… I discovered a collegue of mine if not equal to bt in the league of kat… He is awesome… Bittu jenkins… I think this guy needs a break ….
Chaitanya Reddy on October 28th, 2011 11:50 am

that’s good to hear Linda .. btw , when you speak to Snippers just ask about their Tattoo services as well…
and whatever you choose do let us know your experience .. helps us all in making an informed choice ..
Cheers
sravi on January 3rd, 2012 4:16 am

Hi Chaitanya,
Need ur help in finding out good saloon for my hair cut and styling. From the above posts, it seems Snippers is the good choice, any idea on hw much DEV charges for an hair cut. Please also suggest the other good hair stylists in the city. i have seen you mentioned in another post as RAM, good hair stylist, is he from snippers?

Cheer,
sravi
Chaitanya Reddy on January 3rd, 2012 5:49 am

Hi Sravi

In my experience and those whose feedback I have taken, Dev is definitely one of the best . I guess the hair cut charges are in the range of 1000-1500 Inr . But do call them to confirm on this.
Yes, Ram is also currently with Snippers.

Hope this helps . Wish you have a great 2012 and would love to hear back on how the hair cut and styling turned out .

Cheers !!
Swathi on January 5th, 2012 7:51 am

Hi Everyone,

I have been trying to get some information on who/which saloon proivdes good bridal make-up/hairdo services. It will b of grt help if I can get some suggestions on both in Hyderabad and B’lore.

Thanks…
Chaitanya Reddy on January 6th, 2012 10:53 am

Hi Swathi

Can you specify the budget and location in Hyderabad. This would help is getting information.
Swathi on January 8th, 2012 5:29 am

Hey,

the reception is in both B’lore and Hyd so want to cover both the locations within the budget of 8-10K if possible. In Hyd saloons around Panjagutta, Banjara hills will be ok.
Aishwarya on January 9th, 2012 12:07 am

Hi everyone

I finally got a haircut done from Snippers by “DEV”… now i loooovveeee my hair. Thanks a ton for this blog and Chaitanya. i feel Dev is one of the best hair stylists in hyderabad. No regrets in spending money for this kind of look.

Soon going to Snippers again for hair colour.

smiles….
Chaitanya Reddy on January 9th, 2012 12:43 am

Woohooo Aishwarya .. glad to have helped and very happy to know the review helped.

Do let us know about the hair-colouring experience as well.
Chaitanya Reddy on January 9th, 2012 1:45 am

Hi Swathi

Just check from the below, and see if any of it helps :

In Hyderabad:
1. Doris Parlor : Located in Diamond Point (Secunderabad)- mobile : 9849435692 (she comes recommended by few people)
2. http://www.shayascare.com/wedding.html#economy
3. http://grministudio.webs.com/

You can ask for a trial session and decide.
Shall let you know if I come across any further details. You can also try the Lakme and Taj Salon if budget permits.

Hope it helps and truly wish there was more information I could share . Let us know about who you pick and how the experience is.

Cheers and congratulations
Swathi on January 9th, 2012 6:14 am

Thanks Chaitanya. This helps
Gauri on January 13th, 2012 6:50 am

Hi Swathi,

For Bangalore Bridal make-up you can get in-touch with Uma (9845118570). She runs a fairly large Bridal make-up business and is practically our “Family-bridal_make-up-lady”! She has done the bridal make-ups for All weddings i’ve attended on my in-laws side.

My package with her had costed around 10K but that was around 3 yrs back and it included 3 functions and pre-function stuff as well; she even does mehandi (really nice!).

http://www.umasbridal.com/
venkat reddy on January 17th, 2012 3:47 am

@ Chaitanya Reddy,,
hey dude how much snippers dev charge for hair cut!!i wana make my long hair to short n stylishhh plz suggest me a best hairstylist in hyd… how much javed habib,hakim aalim charge… im new to hyd!!!!
Swathi on January 17th, 2012 5:46 am

Thanks a lot Gauri.. I will definitely contact her