I visited Garbos in Albert Road (opposite the Goose at the V&A pub) for the first time a few weeks ago. I had tried out a few of the other 'big salons' in Portsmouth, but after a recommendation from a friend and after seeing her hair (which looked lovely) I thought I'd give garbos a go! As ... Read review
Advantages: the colour area in the back of the salon, the friendly staff and overall result! Disadvantages: book in advance to get the appointment you want!
I visited Garbos in Albert Road (opposite the Goose at the V&A pub) for the first time a few weeks ago. I had tried out a few of the other 'big salons' in Portsmouth, but after a recommendation from a friend and after seeing her hair (which looked lovely) I thought I'd give garbos a go! As I was recommended by a friend I got a 25% off vocuher which she was given to give to someone who hadn't been before. Bearing this in mind I opted for a colour ... ...off).
The salon interior is stunning very modern and contempary, and after being told they had recently had a massive refurbishment! I was taken to a separate colour area for my colour and my stylist (Charlotte) went through the different options for my colour, I chose a deep brown in a semi permanent colour and for my cut I opted for a general tidy up with a few more layers. I really liked the idea of the separate colour area as sitting ... more
I visited Garbos in Albert Road (opposite the Goose at the V&A pub) for the first time a few weeks ago. I had tried out a few of the other 'big salons' in Portsmouth, but after a recommendation from a friend and after seeing her hair (which looked lovely) I thought I'd give garbos a go! As I was recommended by a friend I got a 25% off vocuher which she was given to give to someone who hadn't been before. Bearing this in mind I opted for a colour and a cut (making the most out of the 25% off).
The salon interior is stunning very modern and contempary, and after being told they had recently had a massive refurbishment! I was taken to a separate colour area for my colour and my stylist (Charlotte) went through the different options for my colour, I chose a deep brown in a semi permanent colour and for my cut I opted for a general tidy up with a few more layers. I really liked the idea of the separate colour area as sitting with colour on and your hair scraped back off your face isnt the most appealing look, so to be sitting in a more secluded area not in full view of albert road I thought was a very good idea.
The assistant who took my colour off was very polite and took great care in what she was doing, also if offered a head massage I would definatly recommend you take it! I then had my cut back with Charlotte and I explained that I had a problem with my hair looking flat. Charlotte showed my a different wayof blow drying my hair (which I have managed to do at home I'm pleased to say). Afterwards the colour looked so shiny and was advised to maybe have my colour done every 8 weeks but to see how feel nearer the time and whether I think it needs to be done! I was informed before my 25% discount my colour would be £30 pounds and my cut would be £31.50, with my discount I paid around £47.
I would recommend this very highly, it was a lovely expereince from start to finish! I would also say if you know someone who comes here get them to get you a recommend a friend voucher as they get 25% off for recommending you! I cannot believe one of the reviews I read on here as I had a great time visiting the salon and none of my friends have ever had a bad time here - they all love it! Im presuming that was just a one off! Well Done Garbos - I will be back in again soon!
Advantages: none Disadvantages: Feeling bad, being shouted at...
The first thing you have to know about Garbo is that their prices are incredibly and ridiculously high for the quality of service provided. Really you'd be better off getting your hair cut in a small salon with someone who has good manners, who cares for customers, and who puts reasonable prices.
Surely you have heard of modeling for trainees in hair salons, and it is for free, but BEWARE in Garbo they will charge you the price of a haircut!!
There ... ...one advertising modeling for trainees, and a more detailed one next to it advertising a service free of charge. Before I booked the appointment to be a model I asked several times (phone, face-to-face) if it was free of charge and never was told otherwise. So it was clear to me I wouldn't be charge, therefore I booked an appointment.
I had my hair cut by a trainee, and although he asked all the proper questions, he seemed quite bored by his job. ...
DarkLi 14.02.2007 (19.02.2007)
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Advantages: really chatty friendly staff, overall result was brilliant - defiantly give it a go! Disadvantages: just leave 5 mins earlier if driving just to ensure you find a parking space :)
I have visited two of the garbos salons in Portsmouth - The Lab and the salon in albert road and both times been really impressed! I firstly went to 'The Lab' and Hayley looked after me. I came in on recommendation and as I work just over the road, and wanted to have my hair blow-dryed and styled as I was going out that night. My hair was blow-dryed beautifully and even just after a blow dry the condition looked amazing plus it stayed in all night. ... ...throughout the appointment and took interest in my night ahead, also suggesting styles to have my hair to compliment my clothes I told her I was thinking of wearing!
I went to the albert road salon and Laura looked after me this time. It had been a while since I had had my hair cut and coloured; I was getting a bit bored with my stylist I usually go to, where even when I ask for a change I still come out with the same style and colour! Laura had ...
kitkat258 08.03.2008
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Yes, Garbo's Portsmouth (North End) is on the pricey side but I have never had bad service there EVER. I have been a Garbo's customer for several years now. I could go elsewhere & get a cheaper haircut but as someone who has had many bad haircuts over the years at other salons, I know I can trust my hairdresser there to give a great cut & offer advice when required. The reception staff are nice & polite, as are the staff who wash my hair. I never feel pressured into leaving a tip, which as a new mum has become financially harder to do. My tip would be that you check the price list before you book an appointment. J Vugler, Happy Customer, Southsea! ...
JulieVugler 19.01.2008 (18.01.2008)
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