Hair by Hope Russo

Hairstylist and Studio Owner

I offer haircuts, hair coloring, and hairstyles for the whole family with a philosophy of accessible and grace-based service. My business is located at a cozy, private studio inside SOLA SALONS in Spanish Fort, Alabama.

Services

Hair by Hope Russo is a non-upselling, non-tipping salon with a policy of price transparency.

My prices reflect product and labor costs. You will never be asked to pay extra for treatments, protective ingredients/bond builders, additional product usage for long or thick hair, or for access to the latest technology in hair care. The best of everything I have to offer comes standard. 

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Loyalty Clients (clients who visited the studio or booked their initial appointments prior to 12/6/21) will receive an automatic 20% off of these prices for the entirety of 2022.

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All prices will be adjusted to the nearest 10-minute increment up to one hour, 15-minute increment up to 3 hours, 30-minute increment up to 4 hours, and 1 hour increment up to 5 hours. For services beyond 5 hours, the day rate applies.

The client is expected to pay the less-expensive of the quoted and final time-adjusted price at the end of their service.

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For example, if you are quoted $70 for a Classic Haircut but your service only takes 35 minutes, then your final price will be lowered to $53. Your final price will never be raised from your initial quote.

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If you have questions or concerns, please contact me by text or email for more information.

Complimentary Adjustment (30+ Minutes)

$0

All Hair by Hope Russo services* come with a 14-day complimentary adjustment policy.

*Texture services, including permanent waves and keratin smoothing services, come with a 14-week complimentary adjustment policy. 

Blitz Haircut (~15 Minutes)

$18-$35

These are typically bang trims, quick children's trims, or regular clients who receive clipper cuts [new clients seeking clipper cuts should book an Express Cut to ensure enough time is allotted].

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No bonus offerings are available with this service.

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Express Haircut (~30 Minutes)

$35-$70

These are no-frills (typically dry) haircuts that may use scissors or clippers, including children's cuts. This is an excellent budget-friendly option for regular maintenance trims. A shampoo and basic blow-dry are available upon request.

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No bonus offerings are available with this service.

Classic Haircut (~45 Minutes)

$70-$105

This is a standard haircut. A shampoo, blow-dry, and iron styling are included in this service.

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Additionally, the following bonus options are available for no additional charge:

• Customized Hair Treatment

• Clear Shine Semi-Permanent Gloss

• Brow OR Lip Wax

Deluxe Haircut (~1 hour)

$105-158

An elevated option, the Deluxe Haircut features a multi-phase approach to the standard haircut. Hair is sectioned for precision and cut while wet, then detailed after styling for a perfectly tailored silhouette. A shampoo, blow-dry, and iron styling are included in this service.

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Additionally, the following bonus options are available for no additional charge:

• Customized Hair Treatment

• Clear Shine Semi-Permanent Gloss

• Brow and Lip Wax

Luxury Haircut (90+ Minutes)

$158+

Prioritizing creature comforts, this service includes a five-minute scalp massage with aromatherapeutic scalp oils, a hand massage, and an eye and lip mask. Hair is sectioned for precision and cut while wet, then detailed after styling for a perfectly-tailored silhouette. A shampoo, blow-dry, and iron styling are included in this service.

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Additionally, the following bonus options are available for no additional charge:

• Customized Hair Treatment

• Clear Shine Semi-Permanent Gloss

• Facial Waxing

• Brow Tinting

Hair Consultation + Prep (~50 Minutes)

$88+*

This is a booking for first-time clients only.

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During this appointment, we will consult about your hair goals, perform patch-testing and strand-testing as needed, prep your hair using a Chelating treatment, book your chemical service (color or texture) appointment, and cut and style your hair. *Half of the total price of this consultation appointment will be applied to your chemical service price as a deposit.

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No bonus offerings are available with this service.

Express Color (~60 Minutes)

$88-$158

This service includes a single root color OR a single maintenance toner. A deluxe haircut, blow-dry, and iron style are included in this service.

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Additionally, the following bonus options are available for no additional charge:

• Bond Building Color Additive

• Customized Hair Treatment

• Clear Shine Semi-Permanent Gloss

• Facial Waxing

• Brow Tinting

Custom Color (90+ Minutes)

$158+

Custom colors are boutique services that may involve highlights, lowlights, balayage, vibrant color, multiple colors, multiple processes, colorblocking, or other boutique techniques. A deluxe haircut, blow-dry, and iron style are included in this service.

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A firm price quote will be given before the service is performed, as prices vary widely depending on necessary product and labor usage.

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Additionally, the following bonus options are available for no additional charge:

• Bond Building Color Additive

• Customized Hair Treatment

• Clear Shine Semi-Permanent Gloss

• Facial Waxing

• Brow Tinting

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Permanent Wave Texture Service (~3 hours)

$315+

This is a cold-wave perm, wrapped to achieve your desired effect. This process takes approximately three hours and includes a complimentary treatment and haircut.

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Each texture service allows for different bonus offerings, and these will be discussed with you prior to your appointment.

Keratin Smoothing Treatment (~3 Hours)

$315+

Using Keratin Complex products, this service smooths frizz without destroying curl.

This service takes approximately 3 hours, lasts for four to six months on average, and requires a 72-hour no-shampoo period immediately after application.

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Each texture service allows for different bonus offerings, and these will be discussed with you prior to your appointment.

Reserve A Day

$840

Guarantee that you are my only clients for the day. Pay for 8 hours, receive up to 9! Great for large families/friend groups seeking multiple color or texture services.   Includes 9 total hours of work on any individual or group in one 24-hour period. Any menu service is available as long as it fits into the scheduled 9-hour window. 
*Note: Do not attempt to book desired services in addition to this Reserve A Day slot--I will contact you at your time of booking to finalize the details.

What is Grace-based Service?

In 2018, I was diagnosed with a chronic health condition. This illness was invisible to everyone (and even to me, for a long stretch of time). I was suffering and no one knew to give me grace--not even me.

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Since my diagnosis, I had worked hard to try to fit my Spoonie self into an Able world. This led to financial success, but also a lot of exhaustion, tears, and unfolded laundry. In 2021, I decided that I would instead work to make my little part of the world less centered on the able experience.

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Grace-based Service is that attempt. It is a three-part commitment to see my clients as individuals with unique preferences, who deserve a relaxing salon experience regardless of needs or abilities.

Grace-based service includes:

Flexible Scheduling:

1. You can cancel or reschedule your appointment without notice. There will be no fees, and there will be no awkwardness.

2. You may request an appointment outside of standard business hours (if you work overnights or odd hours, then you may not be available during the average workday).

3. You may redesign your service to meet your current needs--even at the time of your appointment. If you are unable to sit for a color, we can simply do a haircut. If you can sit for neither and you just need the caring touch of an extended scalp massage, then that's fine too. This is your time; we will use it however you need to use it.

Cheerful Accommodation

1. I am able to provide mobility assistance in the event that you need it.

2. We can take breaks throughout your appointment as you desire.

3. I am happy to work through any sensory concerns you may have prior to or during your appointment.

Compassion

1. I strive to center your lived experience during your appointment. That is how you should have always been treated, and that is my commitment to you.

2. I strive to serve your unique needs, whatever they may be. Nothing legal is too weird for me; my mind is a judgment-free zone.

3. I strive to meet your standards. You will not need to work to conform to any societal standard while you are in my chair. This is your time to be centered and cared for. Please enjoy the experience.