Shine in the Heights Heights

The salon opened in 2006 at 518 East 11th Street with two chairs and grew to seven over time. It later expanded into two neighboring salons, and according to its About page it now has more than 30 employees. Cherryl Gryder owns the business and is listed as owner, master stylist and educator. The business describes itself as woman owned and operated.

The salon describes itself as offering several treatments and services for men, women and children. Cut and style work includes haircuts, blowouts, updos, braiding, and curling or flat iron work. Color work ranges from root color and base breaks to partial and full highlights, balayage, glazes and extra foils, while color corrections are priced after a consultation. Extensions are also priced by consultation, since cost depends on the brand and the certifications involved.

Clients can book online and buy gift cards through the booking page. A credit card is needed to hold an appointment. Arrivals get a 15-minute grace period, after which they may be asked to reschedule. Changes made with less than 24 hours' notice are charged half the booked services, and no-shows are charged in full. Children are welcome during their own service but cannot be left unattended in the salon. Clients who are not fully satisfied can contact the salon within a week of the appointment for a correction, and later concerns are handled case by case.

The salon says its staff brings advanced technical skill in hair color, cutting and styling, and that the team keeps up with the latest in hair.