Barber/Hair Salon: Douglas J Aveda Institute

For all colors, cuts and styles, one salon stands alone as the best of Ann Arbor: Aveda. The Douglas J Aveda Institute offers cheap cuts and color for students. Student hairdressers carefully follow the specifications of clients under the close supervision of their instructors to ensure the best service possible.

While waiting for color to set or bangs to be trimmed, complimentary hand massages are common, leaving customers relaxed. Aside from the service, anyone who leaves Aveda is guaranteed to smell great. Every hair flip, glance or nod will send waves of countless natural essences that are sure to turn heads. There’s a reason Aveda is a cut above the rest.

—LUCY PERKINS