VCC Salon & Spa

don’t be deceived with the cheap prices. not worth it. I was misinformed with the prices, didn’t get the hair colour I wanted and my cut was uneven. only paid $ 84 but would rather have paid more at a different salon. at first i love it (being a first timer with dyeing hair of course i loved it) but when i showered, that’s when i noticed all the mistakes. the curls my hairdresser gave me in the end was too deceiving. I called again for them to fix it because i really don’t appreciate how it turned out and that $ 84 was a such a waste, but they insisted on me paying AGAIN. if you’re looking for a good cut and balayage/​ombré, don’t ever go here.

Love this place! The students are awesome and it’s such a great deal on hair, facials and massages! Best kept secret in town!
Who needs a fancy massage/​spa when the quality is just as good because they are in training and really enjoy their profession.

THEY MADE ME GO BALD!
My hair was virgin and non-​treated. I went in to do a ISO Maintamer. The teacher who was supposed to come and check my hair barely came by, the 2 students that worked my hair combed the shit out of it while the product was in, and all my hair BROKE AT THE TOP. What resulted from that was 2 – 3 weeks getting HANDFULLS AND HANDFULLS of hair. It was a nightmare. I called them and they offered NO SUPPORT whatsoever. I know it is a hairdressing school, but the minimum of care should be taken when students and teachers are working on a person’s hair. I had to pay over 450 dollars in extensions in oder to cover the huge bald spot at the top of my head. I contacted them when I was getting extreme hair loss, and all they did was ask me for pictures, which I did send them. Yet they offered NOTHING AT ALL.
ALL I CAN SAY IS STAY AWAY AND PAY A PROFESSIONAL INSTEAD OF COMING HERE.

Over the past year or so I have been trying to save money by having my sisters cut my hair since it’s so simple to just shave a #1 around the sides and leave the top alone BUT before that I was used to paying $ 20 plus for the exact same thing at a barber/​salon and it just wasn’t worth it.
I wanted a nicer cut for my girlfriend’s birthday but didn’t have much time to do so because I was working all week and unfortunately I work downtown (where hair cutting prices are through the roof) I did some research of places near by and found tons of $ 25 — $ 100 and then I came across this one that was $ 11 for a haircut from a student so I called and they said I might be able to walk in.
I got there around 1:30pm and luckily I was told they had 1 spot left for the day. Here’s where I understood why the price was so affordable… The student I got must have been the most green (new) out of the bunch, he had to keep calling his instructor for help but I also understood that he was still learning and just tried to zone out and let it be. To my surprise the $ 11 included a shampoo and conditioning which I had no clue was part of it and the student was actually very good at this part! lol, I had never had that done for me before.
In the end the instructor probably did 90% of my haircut after being called over to help 5 – 7 times and it took almost an hour for what seemed to be a pretty simple cut but it was worth the price for sure. If you plan on trying this place out just be patient, you might get an advanced student or you might get a greener student on whatever service you choose. Also make sure you have a good amount of time before going in so that if it takes longer than expected you will be well aware.
I will for sure try it again when I have the chance (I’m sure my sisters will be grateful) :P

I don’t cut my hair often nor do I stick with one salon but I realized that if I want to maintain my hair that is down to my lower back I should probably get it cut more than once or twice a year!
At VCC, $ 11 gets you a shampoo, condition, head massage, cut and blow-​dry. I should mention that I asked for a trim with just the ends cut off and layers in the front – not a crazy cut. From what was happening around me, the students are capable of these crazy awesome cuts but I just didn’t get one. My stylist barely cut anything off yet my hair felt so much lighter!
If you’re still wary of a student cutting/​dying your hair I asked one of the instructors and they let the students work on clients 3 – 4 months after starting their program and also there is always an instructor there who checks every hair cut after it has been finished.

The spa and salon services at VCC have been totally renovated and the new combined space rocks! Varying tones and shades of white, mauve and green along with super flattering lighting makes this a relaxing oasis on the southern edge of Gastown.
Private treatment rooms are gorgeous, with warm massage beds and soft, soft linens.
A full selection of organic Eminence product, along with Dermologica is avaiable at reception.
Six-​star service!

I have been getting my hair cut off and on at the salon for the past 2 years. I’ve never had a bad hair cut here. The students are cautious and really listen to what you want. There is always an instructor supervising. Price can’t be beat at $ 11 for a shampoo, cut, and blow dry. A deep conditioning treatment runs about $ 8 and I think these are a must if you want to maintain healthy hair. I also feel good that I’m helping contributing (in a positive way) to students’ education.
I’ve had better hair cuts here than in most salons around Vancouver. Facilities are very clean and the salon just had a very nice facelift and renovation.

Went there today for an eyebrow wax and got great service!
Keep in mind that these are students, not hired and seasoned professionals at a high end salon. Have patience and an open mind. and be flexible.
I can’t say for every service, but for mine, an instructor was in there with the student to make sure I didn’t end up with crooked brows. Love it. Yes it took longer than if I went to a salon, but that’s ok. The students are still learning.
A really professional place that offers great services at a lower price. Great for poor students like me looking to get pampered.
I will definitely be returning!

A cheaper place to get your spa done, but cannot confirm their scheduale with customer. I have been reschedule 3 times and still unable to get my spa done, very upsetting