Humankind Studio
Hair salon in Philadelphia, PA
Humankind Studio is a small shop at 1327 Tasker St in Philadelphia, open Wednesday to Friday from 10am to 7pm and Saturday from 10am to 5pm. According to the salon, the feel is relaxed and casual, closer to time spent with friends than a formal appointment. Prices are based on how long a service takes rather than on hair texture, and services are not priced by gender.
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Humankind Studio is a small shop at 1327 Tasker St in Philadelphia, open Wednesday to Friday from 10am to 7pm and Saturday from 10am to 5pm. According to the salon, the feel is relaxed and casual, closer to time spent with friends than a formal appointment. Prices are based on how long a service takes rather than on hair texture, and services are not priced by gender.
The team focuses on solving each client's hair concerns within their personal style and budget, and plans maintenance schedules around what the client can realistically keep up with. According to the salon, guests usually see their stylist every three to six months. Stylists are trained to work with all hair textures, with training from Forever Curls Academy, DevaCurl and Curl Cult. Visits can run longer than the booked time, since the salon works with natural texture and sets styling up however the client wants. Hooded dryers simulate air drying.
Haircuts run from quick maintenance trims starting at $44 to full cuts from $70, with curly cuts starting at $88. Clipper and pixie cuts and short cuts above the ears are also offered. Between appointments, complimentary bang and neck trims are available. Color packages range from The Basics through Just a Bit More to Ready for an Overhaul, and new clients can book a free 15-minute color consult. Nail services center on the health of natural nails, with design add-ons from simple accents to cat eye and 3D work, and no extensions or acrylic. Nails that are injured or look infected cannot be worked over.
Walk-ins are welcome when a stylist has time, so it is worth calling to check. Cancellations and rescheduling need 48 hours notice, and a deposit moves to the next appointment if the change comes with less notice. Cancelling within 24 hours or on the same day forfeits the deposit. A 15-minute grace period applies, and late clients who cannot be seen may be charged half the appointment cost. Color bookings require a deposit of $50, $75 or $100 depending on the package, and should include a description of current hair, color history from the past year and the services wanted. Clients should arrive with clean, dry hair. Regular services can be booked for children aged 7 or older when the parent is an existing client, but there is no children's cut. Gift cards are sold in set amounts or a custom amount, and sales are final.
Solves hair problems within each client's style and budget, with maintenance schedules built around what the client can afford, and keeps natural texture at the center of the work.
According to the salon, the shop has a small, relaxed feel that is more like hanging out with friends than a formal salon visit.
Specials & promotions
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Free complimentary bang trim between regular services
Returning clients only; one free complimentary between regular services
On their website as of Oct 29, 2026 · Where we saw it
Services
Final prices may vary.
Color packages from The Basics through Just a Bit More to Ready for an Overhaul, with a free 15-minute consultation for new clients and a deposit that depends on the package.
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Just a Little Bit More Color Package $165–$225
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Color Consult Price at booking
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Just a Bit More Color Package Price at booking
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Ready for an Overhaul Color Package Price at booking
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The Basics Color Package Price at booking
Everyday hair services such as bang trims and shaping, wash and go styling without a cut, and short or clipper cuts.
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Bang Trim/shape $18+
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Wash and Go $30+
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Clipper/ Pixie Haircut $35+
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Short/Clipper Hair Cut $35–$60
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Bang Trim/shape Up $18+
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Quick Cut (Maintenance Cut) $44+
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Haircut $70+
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Curly Cut $88+
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Treatment $35+
Nail design add-ons from simple accents to maximalist cat eye and intricate designs, plus a buff and shine service for natural nails.
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Tier 1 Design $10
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Minimalist Design $16
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Tier 2 Design $20
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Buff and Shine Service $30
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Tier 3 Design $30
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Maximalist Design $32
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Tier 4 Design $40
Photos
Meet the team
- Andie Phillips Stylist
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Emmery Tellado
Stylist
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Julia Caffrey
Stylist
- Sheebs Clark Nail Tech/Receptionist
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Shelly Elfreth
Owner and Stylist
Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.humankindstudio.net (opens in a new tab)
- Highlights
- Service prices are set by time, not hair texture
- Complimentary bang and neck trims between appointments
- Free 15-minute color consult for new clients
- Keune products, from a certified B Corporation, with color that is low to ammonia free
- Nail services focus on natural nails, with no extensions or acrylic
- Walk-ins welcome when a stylist has time
- Good for
- natural and textured curls
- walk-in clients
- low-maintenance cuts
- grey blending
- vivid color
- androgynous or ungendered haircuts
- natural nail care and nail art
- budget-conscious maintenance plans
- clients who want a relaxed, unhurried visit
- Treats
- grey blending
- vivid color
- textured hair care
- low-maintenance cuts
- natural nail health
- nail art
- Techniques
- natural texture cutting
- dry curly cuts
- lived-in highlights
- fashion color
- grey blending
- deva cut method
- hooded dryer air-drying
- smoothing mask
- deep moisture mask
- curl defining treatment
Products & treatments
- Keune
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