dream waves hair salon

I saw James today at DreamWaves and I’m so glad I did! It was my first curly dry cut, and wow — I can’t believe I’ve gone this long without one. My curls are springy, bouncy, and have so much more movement now. The salon is cozy and welcoming, like a friend’s home, and James made me feel completely at ease. I asked for low-maintenance color to blend my natural grays and warm tones, and he nailed it. Exactly what I wanted. Thank you, James!

Rini is the absolute best! I started cutting my hair with him back when he opened his salon in my neighbor in gramercy. I didn't know my hair could look this good. Now that i moved to California I can't find anyone else who can do a job as good as his so i only cut my hair when I come to NY. So worth it!!!

Rini is phenomenal!! Came here for the first time mid 2018 and I keep coming back. Rini has the knowledge to revive my curls when they’re starting to look flat and always managed to give me exactly what I want. From bangs to layers to chopping off half my hair to trims. He has been through it with me. If you have curly hair that needs to be saved, come here.

I recently decided to grow my natural hair and stop relaxing, did some research and found dream waves. I was given a next day appointment and Rini did an amazing job with my cut and showing me how to style my curls. He was very patient and listened to my concerns about the whole transition to my natural curls. I am extremely pleased with the service and so many people have given me compliments on my hair.

I was led to Dream Waves by these amazing reviews, so it only seemed right to leave one of my own. I got a haircut yesterday and I can’t say enough about how much I LOVE IT. My hair was so limp and flat when I went in, and now for the past 24 hrs I can’t stop shaking and bouncing my beautiful curls. Curly hair can be so difficult, but Rini makes it seem easy. I’m already so excited to go back next time I need a cut. For reference: I’m half black/half white with 3b/3c curls. If you’re of a similar demographic, trust me when I say Dream Waves can do wonders for you. <3

Rini is amazing!!! I true magician! I am a perfectionist in my own life, and am always very picky about who cuts my hair. I moved to NYC 2 years ago and have been searching for someone I can trust with my hair--RINI IS THIS SOMEONE! Truly, I forgot how amazing my curls can look. It's beyond the cut, it's the attention to detail and the impeccable results. I will definitely be returning. Thank you, Rini!

I had a highly unprofessional, unpleasant and downright revolting experience. I arrived to my opponent early and my stylist (the one with tattoos) was 10 minutes late. He did not ask me any questions about how I want my curls to look or feel even though it was my first time at this salon and with this stylist. He just started doing whatever he knows. As soon as he was done with my hair he told me to vacate the chair and go to the register by the door without any seating because his next client was supposed to arrive soon. That client was late, to the point that the stylist had to open the door and flag that customer in, all while I was still standing by the door. The entire experience felt super rushed, disingenuous, overpriced and frustrating.

Rini is my GO TO hairstylist! If I ever move out of NY I will be STRESSED I tell ya haha Super professional, attentive, welcoming and amazing at what he does. Do not hesitate! Run to him for beautiful curly hair🙏🏾