Nestled into JFK St. in Harvard Square, the Leonard Stephen Salon is clean and sunny with a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. The Salon prides itself not only for their attention to detail, but the return rate of their customers. With an eye for the new trends, the stylists listen closely to the needs of each and every customer and believe in the importance of delivering the exact look that they desire. From haircuts and color to perms and blowouts, they offer it all. Leonard Stephen Salon uses and sells products such as Matrix, Artec and Aquage.

If classic is your pick, Diego stylists are known to develop excellent cuts that will suit your face and style. If you want to go wild, they can make your head a theatrical work of art, as they have for the A.R.T. and the Hasty Pudding. They cater to gentlemen as well as ladies. Cuts are $40-65 ($10 cuts available Tu nights for those willing to take their chances with stylists-in-training; call ahead to reserve). Color treatments $60+, perms $100+, and foil highlighting $140+. Many quality products—Bumble & Bumble, T.I.G.I., and Biogenol—are available here. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins welcome. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

DHR (standing for Dale Hair Rob, the names of the owners) occupies a basement space whose floor is covered in marbleized plastic, walls plastered with aluminum foil, and atmosphere overrun with Star Trek and Star Wars memorabilia amidst twinkling strings of lights. The out-of-this-world ambience is complimented by a celestial Aveda selection. Wash, cut, and dry is $45. Perms are $85+, coloring $45+, and highlighting $105+. Make an appointment. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Had a hard day? Give yourself over to the expert hands of Pyara's friendly and well-trained staff and you'll emerge feeling ready to face anything. This eco-friendly spa and salon offers top-notch haircuts and color treatments, as well as waxing, makeup, and manicure services. The rejuvenating spa treatments, however, are where Pyara sets itself apart. Indulge in the Caribbean therapy body treatment ($165), a 2hr long session of exfoliation, seaweed masques, and massage, guaranteed to let you experience a slice of heaven. All services and treatments use Aveda products. Pyara Spa & Salon is a purely Aveda spa oasis, located in the heart of Harvard Square, dedicated to renewal, balance, and well-being. Pyara spa therapists and stylists understand that each individual is unique and they strive to design personalized systems that focus on maintaining balance. By merging ancient Ayurvedic philosophies with advanced flower and plant technology, Pyara’s principles match Aveda’s mission with perfect harmony: caring for the world we live in - from the natural products to its dedication to environmental awareness. Also check out Pyara in Burlington. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call or visit their website.

The stylish wood and big windows of this tucked-away salon create a decidedly posh atmosphere. Friendly stylists attract a loyal and diverse clientele—from undergrads to visiting KSG politicians to Brattle St. matrons. Prices vary according to designer. A wash, cut, and blow-dry is $45+, perms $75+, coloring $55+, highlighting $90+, pedicure $45+, and manicure $16+. Facials $65+; full-body waxing available. Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome. Check the Crimson for periodic coupons. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Having pampered the Cantabrigian elite since 1985, Le Pli's Charles Square spa attracts everyone from the rich and famous staying at the Charles Hotel to plebian students in need of rejuvenation. In this classy, black-and-white enclave, personable staff will carry out your every desire; be it a glycolic peel ($40), a 1½hr seaweed wrap ($65), or a 1½hr hot stone massage ($165) that is sure to rub away those midterm blues. If facials ($80/hr, $60/30min), make-up lessons and application ($75), tinting, waxing, pedicures, and manicures ($20) aren't enough, pamper yourself with one of their packages ($132+). Hair cuts start at $60, and highlighting at $130. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments recommended, especially for spa services.

Great prices and decent cuts await at this fast food drive-thru of salons, but don't be too surprised if they don't get your order exactly right. Avoid busy times (W, F nights and weekends) when you may have to wait more than an hour. Great Cuts provides a no-frills service to its mainly young clientele: expect $13 for a dry cut, and $16 for shampoo, cut, and blow-dry (they won't blow dry straight, though). Bang trims ($5) and beard trims ($4) available. A convenient source for hip Biolage and Paul Mitchell hair products. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

French for “nothing special,” the 105-year-old La Flamme is often so swamped with students that you have to slog through a half-dozen back issues of Car and Driver before getting a cut. Most opinions on La Flamme are favorable, but you may want to let your roommate try it first. If nothing else, it's cheaper, safer, and generally greater than Great Cuts. Shampoo, cut, and dry for both men and women (though we've never seen a woman take this offer) $19, without shampoo $14. The staff is mostly friendly, though some only ask one question: “What number?” If you guess wrong (they want to know your preferred clipper attachment size), you'll learn, at least, for the next time. Cash/checks only. No appointments. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Fake birch trees, light wood decor, and environmentally-inspired beauty products lull one back to nature. Come to Origins for their complete line of make-up, hair, and skin care products and walk away as the portrait of eco-chic after a free make-up demonstration. If you need to relax after the strenuous beautifying, check out the books on massage and reflexology or treat yourself to a Peace of Mind GumBall ($3.50 for 20) or bubble bath ($23.50).

Customers and barbers chew the fat in this narrow, restrained, old-fashioned men's barber shop. Walk-in wash and cut for $13, beard trim and cut combo for $18. Cash or check only. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.