How to choose an extension specialist here
Extensions cover a lot of ground — tape-ins, sew-ins, micro-links, clip-ins for special occasions — and a salon offering the service isn't automatically set up for every method or every hair type. Ask directly what install method the stylist uses most, whether they've worked with your hair texture before, and how they handle maintenance appointments (extensions aren't a one-and-done service; you'll be back for moves and removals).
Because our service tags confirm the work happens at a salon rather than pointing to a specialization, treat this list as a starting point for calls and consultations, not a final ranking. A quick message through Instagram or a booking site is often the fastest way to confirm current pricing, availability, and whether a stylist takes new extension clients.
What booking and ratings look like in Columbus
Across these 10 salons, 70% offer online booking, so you can lock in a consultation without waiting on a callback — useful if you're comparing a few options before deciding. All 10 have at least one rating on file, and the citywide average of 4.86 stars reflects genuinely high marks rather than a handful of outliers.
Review counts vary a lot from salon to salon, which matters more than it might seem: a salon with dozens of reviews at a high rating tells a different story than one with just a few. Weigh both the star rating and how many people left it before you decide who to call first.