Beauty Review | The Blounge Salon
7:09 AMDisclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. Everything posted here is my own opinion and I was not paid to post this.
This post is really way overdue because I have been to The Blounge three times already, and I only had the opportunity to review them now. But as they say, better late than never.
Anyway, I
was never a fan of salons in my early 20s because I thought all salons were
expensive. And when I see cheap salons, I don’t trust them because of horror
stories I heard from friends such as their hair getting destroyed or services not
good at all. For years, I was looking for the right salon that will fit my
budget, needs and lifestyle. What I am looking for one that is not too
mainstream yet will give me high-quality service and ambiance I want.
Finally,
after years of searching, I found the salon for me and it’s called The Blounge.
The
Blounge opened on November 11, 2011 and is the first hi-tech beauty lounge in
the metro as it combines classic comforts with hi-tech savvy. The salon is
owned by ABS-CBN broadcaster Anthony Taberna’s wife Rossel Taberna and is
located in front of ABS-CBN Building. I first heard about The Blounge in Doll
Hana’s Blog last 2012 where it offered a rainy-day promo of hair coloring + treatment
+ Foot Spa for only P1800.00. I needed a hair color for a cosplay plan that
time.
Aside
from that need, I have to admit I was attracted to its hi-tech aspect. They provide iPads to every customer so they
can play games or check their Facebook profiles or emails while they are being
pampered. I setup an appointment on a weekend and decided to avail the promo.
The first
time I got there, I already knew this was the salon for me.
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| From The Blounge Facebook |
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| Reception Area |
The
inside of The Blounge was lively and comfortable. It has a flat-screen TV by the reception area
which features various shows or anything that can give relaxation and comfort
to the customer. And despite being
located in a busy area, I love that it’s very private. I was the only customer
at that time, so it was really quiet and homey. Plus, there is no “salon smell”
and I am sure you know what I mean. What I really hated about salons is it is very
noisy and there was a “salon smell” that gave me a headache even if I just
arrived. The Blounge didn’t have that and even if I have been here for three
times already, it still had the private vibe and there is still no “salon smell”.
And of course, there is their promotion of providing iPads to every customer
while they are being pampered---without extra charge. At the times I have been there,
I used the iPad to either play games or check my Facebook. When I went there
with my friend, we used the iPads to look at pictures of our favorite anime
characters XD It is one of their amenities that I really like and glad it’s
still there.
In my
past visits, I availed the following services: Full Head Hair Color, Hair Color
Treatment, Foot Spa, Hair Spa and Hair Cut. Also bought a hair color
conditioner.
With the
hair color part, I wasn’t able to get the color I wanted---but I think it was
partly my fault because I wasn’t clear on the instructions and didn’t provide
them with a hard copy of the color I wanted.
When I have a hair color in the future, I’ll make sure to provide them
with clear instructions and a hard copy.
For the
foot spa, it’s my first time and I am glad I got one. It was very relaxing and
gave my feet the pampering it deserves. The foot spa attendant smoothened my
feet gently and my feet felt baby soft afterwards. I also chatted with her
about the salon. Such a sweet lady :)
I got the
Hair Spa and Hair Cut as a beauty package for only P499 two times and I was
satisfied. The hair spa gave me time to either play games in the iPad or chat
with my friend while the hair cut helped me relax. Together with that is a
massage from one of their staffs. I also
made sure to provide them with hard copies of the haircut that I want.
Here are
the lists of their services and beauty packages that will give you great
savings:
All in
all, after three visits, The Blounge never failed me and I am always satisfied
with them. I knew I found the perfect salon and I want to try their other
services in the future.
Tips:
*Make
sure to set an appointement with them by calling their landline so they can
accommodate you better.
*Be sure
to be clear on your instructions so you will get the hair cut or hair color you
want. Try providing hard copies of the color or hair cut if you can.
What I
like:
*It has a
private feel. Even though the salon is full of customers, it is not very noisy
or crowded.
*It doesn’t
have the “salon smell” that can give you headches when exposed to it for a long
time.
*They
provide iPads for all customers so you can play games or browse the Internet
while you are being pampered.
*The
staff are very accommodating and approachable, even the receptionist. And they
know if you want to be quiet and just relax. Plus, sometimes, they give
massages in your shoulders, neck and head. J And they offered us water or iced
tea.
*Affordable
rates. Plus they offer beauty packages that can give you great savings.
*I wasn’t
able to take picture of their bathroom but it is very comfy and clean.
*For
someone like me who commutes, it’s very easy and convenient to go there.
What I
don’t like:
*Parking
is limited
*They
didn’t get the hair color that I wanted before, but I will still avail that
service in the future and see the results.
*Hair Spa and Hair Color Treatment stings my scalp a bit.
Grade:
Services:
9/10
Ambiance:
9/10
Customer
Service: 9/10
Location:
8/10
Overall:
9/10
Where to
reach them?
The Blounge Salon
2nd
Floor, Hodge Podge Building, 139 Mother Ignacia Street (just in front of ABS-
CBN ELJ Building), 1103 Quezon City, Philippines
For
appointements, call (02) 921-2247
info.theblounge@gmail.com
PS. Sorry
for the lack of pictures and its low quality. I wasn’t able to take more
pictures in my past visits because I was relaxed and enjoying chatting with my
friend.
~Hainrihi
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