The Alchemists Salon + Apothecary 1168 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

"I had my hair cut by Kayla recently and it was a great experience! I'm always nervous seeing a new stylist, but she SAT DOWN WITH ME and talked hair. Asked me what I really loved about it, how I wear it, etc. I felt cared for!! The cut was amazing, as it always is with an alchemist hair dresser. I love this salon & these folks!"

"I cannot stress enough how amazingly warm, welcoming, and peaceful my experience was at The Alchemists Salon & Apothecary. From the start, the staff was super nice and excited to work with me on my hair! From the wonderfully decorated and aromatic salon to the super cute pink flamingo walls in the restroom, the entire experience had me giddy from start to finish. I had Kayla do my hair and I’ve never had a cut more perfectly suited for my face/overall aesthetic! It was definitely much needed and even made my faded hair color seem revitalized and fresh! Absolutely will be going again and highly recommend everyone I know to do the same ♥️"

"I booked an appointment with Kayla and I have never been happier with my hair!! They did such a great job, and the atmosphere in the salon is unbeatable. I travel from out of state and will continue to choose The Alchemists Salon as my go to!!"

"I’ve been a client of Katie and Kevin’s at The Alchemists for a year and a half now. I’ve been hesitant to publish a review because the amount of positive things I can say about this salon and the stylists who work under its roof are endless, and it would be hard for me to be succinct. I found this salon through social media ads while we were still in 2020 lockdown and there was no telling when we’d be back in hair salons. My first visit with Katie was to fix my at home hair experiments during this time (bleaching and pastel color) and from my words she transformed my hair into the vision I had in mind, and beyond, with her own unique style and low tox products. I was blown away. It took me 23 years to find this incredible space in the capital region, which if you ask me, is way too long to find a salon you truly vibe with. However, I am finally effortlessly comfortable in a salon that provides incredible talent and happiness through their work. I have never felt better about myself and my hair since. I always always look forward to my appointments with excitement as I now see this space as one of my happy places, where I can come and truly relax during my appointment and I know walking out into the world with my amazing new hair will feel even better. This salon is truly a hidden gem of Albany"