River Oaks location of this stylish salon spa studio chain features expert care for hair, skin and body and offers a wide assortment of Kerastase products and treaments.
(713) 581-8412
1905 Westheimer Rd
(Hazard Street)
Houston,
TX
77098
29.7427
-95.4071
Neighborhoods: Neartown/ Montrose, Central
The Upper Hand River Oaks
Last updated 7.23.09
What People Are Saying About The Upper Hand River Oaks
The Owner
The Upper Hand River Oaks
Owner
The Upper Hand is one of Houston's most respected hair salons. In addition to being one of Kerastase's Houston treatment centers, The Upper Hand has also been selected as one Shu Uemura's ultra elite Art of Hair salons. The Upper Hand features numerous New York trained hair stylists and has been showcased in national publications, news segments and on the radio. Most recently, you may have seen some of our hair stylists performing magical make overs on the CBS morning show Great Day Houston. So whether you are looking for a blow out to die for....or simply looking to experience world class…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Stylish women all over the city head to the Upper Hand for creative hair, nail and skin treatments and to shop for world-class beauty products from some of the industry's biggest names, including Kerastase, Jan Marini, Jane Iredale and Pevonia. With eye-catching artwork, sleek colors and unique furnishings, the spa atmosphere is entirely fashionable and completely relaxing. Expert stylists and colorists consider clients' lifestyle, face shape and hair type for each new hairstyle. Choose a fragrance theme for your spa manicure or pedicure. With evening hours, the spa is the…
Terrible Experience
by Melll
I just spent a small fortune ($250) on a cut and color by Trish and her colorist Jess. I brought in several photos of the color that I wanted and discussed them with Trish before she began. She explained that she would go darker, but that within a week my hair would lighten up to the color that I wanted. This sounded strange to me but she assured me to trust her. It has now been one week and the color is still much too dark and looks nothing like the photos I brought in. I have called the salon everyday now for three days in a row and left a message explaining this to the receptionist. NO ONE has called! The rudeness and lack of customer service is shameful. Do not make the same mistake I did, avoid this salon.
- Cons: Will not fix their mistakes
Awesome Salon !
by BebeL
I just moved back from Dallas. I was able to find this salon. I was looking for a new hairdresser. I am Blonde and very picky when it comes to highlight's. Sarah's first time doing my hair did a perfect job. She also gets very close to roots. She listened to my request & my color turned out just like I wanted. I would recommend Sarah. The front desk personnel are great too! They were able to work me in on short notice. I give this salon 5 star easy!
- Pros: Sarah is very educated in color.
- Cons: None
TERRIBLE!!!!
by graceleelee
I always read the google reviews before trying out a new place. The reviews for this place were pretty good, so I decided to go for a haircut. BIG MISTAKE! I don't know who wrote the reviews, or if they were in their right minds, because they TOTALLY BOTCHED MY HAIR!!!! All I asked for was a trim, but what I ended up getting was a a weird haircut that falls above my shoulders. I specifically asked for a TINY TRIM because of my upcoming honeymoon (I wanted to keep my hair long for it). The lady who cut my hair also didn't have the proper training to even keep it symmetrical, and gave me choppy bangs with ragged edges.I love styling my own hair every morning and have been doing so since I was a teenager. However, I've been wearing ponytails since my visit with Upper Hand, because I just can't wear my hair down. It's impossible to style.
I even went back for a correction, and while they managed to find me someone (not the same person who messed up my hair the first time), it didn't fix the problem. My friends and co- workers are in utter shock of what Upper Hand has done to me!!! I have never written a review for anything before, but I am so furious and don't want anyone to go through what I did.
Save yourself the time and money, go somewhere else!!!!
p.s. I've never written any reviews before, so I was surprised to see that my google review I wrote last night is no longer there this morning. I'm re-writing it on city search.
- Pros: Salon has nice interior
- Cons: Incompetent hairdresser
The Details on The Upper Hand River Oaks
Beauty Salon:
Salon services include men and women's cut and styling, highlights and hair color, updos and bridal hairstyles, perms, color corrections, manicures and pedicures, waxing, lash and brow tinting, microdermabrasion and facials.
Products:
Most salon locations carry Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics, Kerastase treatments, Jan Marini Skin Care and Pevonia skincare.
Massage:
Services include hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, chair massage and aromatherapy massage.
Category:
Manicures & Pedicures, Hair Care, Cosmetics, Skin Care
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Manicure & Pedicure Services:
Hair Care Services:
Message from The Upper Hand River Oaks
- Kerastase Products/Treatments
- Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics
- Jan Marini Skin Care
The Upper Hand is one of Houston's most respected hair salons. In addition to being one of Kerastase's Houston treatment centers, The Upper Hand has also been selected as one Shu Uemura's ultra elite Art of Hair salons. The Upper Hand features numerous New York trained hair stylists and has been showcased in national publications, news segments and on the radio. Most recently, you may have seen some of our hair stylists performing magical make overs on the CBS morning show Great Day Houston. So whether you are looking for a blow out to die for....or simply looking to experience world class products like Kerastase, Shu Uemura, Jane Iredale or Jan Marini....give us a call today...and see for yourself what everybody in Houston is talking about!








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