Mood Swings Inc
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We combine Aveda pure plant products, sensory experiences and personalized treatments with professional and inspired services to create a memorable experience with every visit. You leave satisfied and renewed.
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Customer Reviews (123 reviews)
Asha31
on Citysearch Jun 28, 2010The receptionist, Kayla, was absolutely wonderful. Ava was my aesthetician and did a great job! (more)
SRosa345
on Citysearch Jun 20, 2010I have a very tough schedule and Lynn, the receptionist, helped accommodate that. When I went in for my appointment they greeted me right away and asked if I needed a refreshment, then updated me on when I would be seen.... (more)
KT345
on Citysearch Jun 13, 2010I had been with the same stylist for 10 years. She was top notch but has left the valley. I called Mood Swings as I had heard many great things about them. The girl answering the phone helped me select a stylist to fit what I... (more)
JoelF
on Citysearch Jun 01, 2010I called an hour before I came in and your rep. was extremely helpful!! It was the first time I didn't have to ask for any changes to my hair in like 10 years. (more)
Meggieg
on Citysearch May 13, 2010I was scheduled with a same day appointment. I liked the products that the stylist recommended for wearing my hair curly. I felt like I was at a day spa being pampered with the deep conditioning treatment and relaxing... (more)
Lindsayr1
on Citysearch May 06, 2010The haircut I got last Friday was the best one I've had. Lindsay did a fantastic job. (more)
ClaudiaZ
on Citysearch May 06, 2010Brittany Really knew what she was doing, I felt really comfortable and that is usually strange for me, however Aveda Salons are really good at what they do. Also I'm always afraid the cut will be too short, but she cut... (more)
dbrownie88
on Citysearch Apr 28, 2010Love love love my color now! Deanne really did a great job! (more)
maryquitecon
on Citysearch Apr 26, 2010Loved the way my stylist cut my hair. Such a hip looking place! (more)
bridgetv
on Citysearch Apr 25, 2010Mandy was awesome and everyone else was very friendly and helpful. When I went to the spa below the salon the lady actually took me upstairs and signed me in and got me warm tea while I waited.... (more)
nelsonwhitney194
on Citysearch Feb 01, 2010I will continue to use Mood Swings as I receive coupons that will help it fit within my budget. I may even switch here for my brow maintenance. (more)
tcw99988
on Citysearch Jan 28, 2010I made a booking without a stylist, and I was there early since i like to get things done early, but I have to wait for quite a while to find someone to cut my hair. Juan came over and gave me a hair cut that I told him what i want... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 18, 2010I have to agree with a previous reviewer - the volume upstairs is excessive. For that reason I usually get my hair and nails done elsewhere.... (more)
AnalisaX
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2009I needed a haircut so I called and the receptionist was very polite and helped me find a stylist that had an opening last minute. My stylist really listened to my concerns and helped guide me in a direction I felt... (more)
BacardiRly
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2009My stylist Lindsey was awesome and super sweet! She helped me get the exact style I was picturing. I plan on going back as soon as I need to. The atmosphere was really relaxing, very cool vibe! I already suggested her to... (more)
kaylim456
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2009Overall I?d say I had a great experience at Mood Swings and really glad that I came. I had never been there before, but I?m glad I did because it was so comfortable. I wouldn?t hesitate to recommend friends or family!... (more)
budanic
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2009I was really pleased with Mood Swings as a whole, especially Jenna. She did a wonderful job with my hair and I couldn?t be happier. I was ready to go right from the chair! They also got me in the day of which was convenient.... (more)
dmagee30
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2009Everyone needs to go here! Mood Swings was definitely one of the most accommodating Salons I have ever been to. The atmosphere was very inviting and relaxed and the overall spa experience was one of a kind. The... (more)
leahv221
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2009The girl that cut my hair at Mood Swings was super cute and very nice. She asked me if I was good on products and I told her I was very happy already with the ones I had! I had a sorority meeting right after I left and I told a... (more)
pele0317
on Citysearch Nov 09, 2009Loved the vibe at Mood Swings on Mill. I just got a bob and low + high lights by Jenna last week. She was super sweet and fun to talk too, so I know I'll be going back. I really love the hand massages and the hi quality Aveda... (more)
Reyna T
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2009I've had long hair all my life and a friend recommended I donate it the next time I cut it. Alex made it a very comfortable situation, even after i found out that donating 11 inches of hair was more than I planned on... (more)
Marijka
on Citysearch Nov 04, 2009I went and had the Plant Peel a couple of weeks ago, which was done in a quick 15 minutes, with all natural products. The girl who did my facial explained every step to me and told me about how if I pre-booked my next... (more)
EPG
on Citysearch Nov 04, 2009Mood Swings was the first salon I went to when I moved to Tempe four years ago, and it's the only salon I've gone to since. I love the fact that it's on Mill, so I can do a little shopping after the cut and the Salon itself is... (more)
Yancy
on Citysearch Nov 04, 2009I love this place. I previously went to Tony&Guy and even though it was close to my house I did not feel the "hipness" they claim to have. At Mood Swings I felt they were cool without trying. They sell art work which I've... (more)
TroJohn
on Citysearch Nov 03, 2009My girlfriend went here a week ago and they did a fantastic job on her hair. Not gonna lie, it looked hot. I plan on giving them a shot at mine next. (more)
FRives
on Citysearch Nov 02, 2009I LOVE Aveda products and find a new amazing product every time I come to get my haircut at Mood Swings! With every cut comes a massage as well as a clear explanation of all the products being used and why. The atmosphere... (more)
AshleyOakes
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2009I tried Mood Swings for the first time last month. Usually at upscale places the people are snooty and rob you of your money. I got a massage when they washed my hair and my stylist gave me a bunch of tips when she was doing... (more)
Alissa1214
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2009I have been going to Mood Swings since I moved to Tempe. I was drawn to the building be located on Mill where I hang out a lot with my friends. I tried their services with a cut and color and loved it. I have been going back... (more)
lzbth
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2009Just tried this place for the first time and it is great. Highly recommend it to anyone. I have nothing bad to say about my experience. Everything we great. (more)
stephiex9
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2009The Salon staff is above and beyond the standard and makes sure each client is taken care of in their own unique and relaxing ways. Ava, the aesthetician, works wonders and really makes each service custom to the... (more)
frichkind
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2009I have been going to Mood Swings since I moved here 7 years ago as a freshman at ASU. Not only is the building and atmosphere really cool, the people are so genuine and nice! I love facials and have tried many of the top spas... (more)
totally rocks
on Citysearch Oct 28, 2009So, I used to go to supercut ( I know, I know). But, I just always thought of getting a haircut as a maintenance type of thing. You're in, you're out, done. But, when I started going to Mood Swings it completely changed my... (more)
VKuber
on Citysearch Oct 28, 2009Have been coming here for less then a year now, and always left satisfied with my haircut. Customer Service is superb, even when making late bookings. I have recommended friends of mine who were looking for a mens... (more)
Shuck
on Citysearch Oct 28, 2009I have been going to Mood Swings for years. Abby was my stylist but she moved away. Now I see Suzanne. Recently I found out Abby came back. Both are great! Not only a great cut and color, but product recommendations, no... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 23, 2009I got a wax from Ava - she was great. Very efficient and polite. I asked the sales girl at checkout to stamp my parking ticket, so I could g... (more)
marykins
on Citysearch Jun 25, 2009I was a long-time customer of Moodswings. They used to take amazing care of their clients and it was a great atmosphere with qualified stylists, astheticians, etc. IN the last year or so I have had nothing but NEGATIVE... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 07, 2009I've been getting my hair cut by Abby for the past 5 years. She's amazing! She's got a great personality and does an awesome job! The onl... (more)
nokia9
on Citysearch Dec 06, 2008I like it because its not very expensive and it also gives you access to food. The food is not very god but the massage is awesome...Just get there early becuase they are slow. (more)
TiffanyAZ
on Citysearch Aug 11, 2008Well I have been a client of this salon for about a year now and I have yet to have the same stylist cut my hair. It seems like they can't keep good staff. I find someone who does a good job and that I would like to see again and... (more)
ambler24
on Citysearch Jun 24, 2008I have been going here for years and in the last 6 months it has gone down hill, I gave them a chance to come back around, but they didn't don't know what is going on, but I have a terrible haircut, eyebrows, bad massages,... (more)
mydogisyella
on Citysearch May 19, 2008Been a few times. Love the atmosphere. Great Aveda products, awesome waxing and Mandy is a wizard with scissors. (more)
atzima
on Citysearch Dec 22, 2007The receptionists were very friendly and my appointment was on-time. I went downstairs and got waxed they did an awesome job. Next I went up and got a manicure. I believe I waited about 5 mins between the two. The... (more)
azsunshine88
on Citysearch Sep 28, 2007I recently went to Mood Swings for a hair coloring for the first time. It was the best salon I have ever been to. The front desk staff was helpful with where to park, they offered me a drink, and told me to sit and relax while... (more)
12boltpozi
on Citysearch Sep 27, 2007Hair stylist cut two other customers hair during scheduled appt. I hope they don't overbook stylists in the future. (more)
shop_sublime
on Citysearch Sep 24, 2007I wanted highlights that were not brassy and a "Lisa Rinna" style cut. I left with hair that is dry and brittle, looks overly processed and a style that looks nothing like the picture I brought in. My hair color looks... (more)
sspalding
on Citysearch Sep 15, 2007The first time I came to Mood Swings I just got a haircut. I loved it so much I had to bring my sister in with me to get our hair dyed. I saw Amy and my sister saw a different girl. My color turned out great! It was really shiney... (more)
misstanyataylor
on Citysearch Sep 14, 2007Being it my first visit to Arizona, I used the "Best of City Search" as my guide to the city's "best" salons and spas. I was very happy with the spa that I chose, but not so much with the salon, "Mood Swings." I forgot the... (more)
eckertfulton
on Citysearch Sep 12, 2007Having never been to this salon before, I had no clue how to choose which stylist I wanted to schdule an appointment with when the girl asked (?) I took a gamble and said, " whichever one would be avail for my scheduled... (more)
veggielovr676
on Citysearch Sep 02, 2007I've been to Mood Swings several times, and i'm always a satisfied customer... except for the last visit. They have wonderful customer service, i always feel comfortable in the salon, and every haircut/waxing is... (more)
exotica22
on Citysearch Aug 23, 2007this was my first time in my whole life getting a massage (and im 50!!) and the girl talked to me the entire time-how rude i try not to be rude so i didnt want to tell her to shut up-but maybe this will get the point across for... (more)
flightoftheconchord
on Citysearch Aug 20, 2007MY EXPERIENCE WAS HORRIBLE!!!! FIRAST OF ALL THE RECEPTIONISTS COMPLETELY MESSED UP MY APPOINTMENT AND WEREN"T INVITING AT ALL. AFTER 25 MINUTES OF WAITING I WAS FINALLY IN MY STYLISTS CHAIR. SHE WAS NICE AND HELPED... (more)
ashley85018
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2007woahhh i was just at moodswings salon and the customer service was incredible. As i walked into the salon a tan and cute reseptionist greated me with a huge smile and then offered me several different types of... (more)
itstrivia
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2007I loved my experience at Mood Swings Salon! The front desk people were attentive, talkative, and friendly, and offered me soda, water, coffee, or Aveda tea (delicious!). I loved my cut and color as well, and my... (more)
blondiegal
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2007I've been searching for someone who can deliver natural chic polished blonde. Not the chunky over processed blonde you see to often. Janessa has exceded my expections. Not only did she give me FLAWLESS color, she... (more)
erinb79
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2007The salon is very trendy - it looks like a loft in New York. Suzanne was my stylist & she was wonderful! I felt like a good friend was doing my hair instead of someone that I had just met. She listened to what I wanted done &... (more)
bhobbs
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2007I saw Jessica yesterday afternoon for a haircut and it went well. Jessica was very quiet and didn't seem to like talking so if you are a talker when you get your hair cut you might want to pick a different stylist. I... (more)
sarahistheshiz
on Citysearch Jul 05, 2007I just went to Mood Swings for the first time because I read the good reviews on citysearch. The salon is very open and had a good welcoming when you go in. I got a hair cut and a coloring done by the hairdresser Amy. You get a... (more)
thebiskit
on Citysearch May 22, 2007I just moved to Tempe about a month ago and needed to find a salon that "does it all." Mood Swings was recommended to me by a stylist at my former salon, which is a pretty upscale Aveda salon in another city. First, I called... (more)
eastcoastgrl
on Citysearch May 22, 2007I LOVED THIS PLACE!! I couldn't believe how nice everyone was, especially for a high-end salon. The desk staff were sweet and honestly seemed to care that I was there, offered me tea and a hand massage while I waited! My... (more)
av2203
on Citysearch May 21, 2007It took me over 6 months of living in Phoenix to find a place to get my hair styled, and thank goodness I found Mood Swings. Chere gave me the most perfect cut, and the highlights she did are beautiful. I get more... (more)
mistique
on Citysearch May 17, 2007How did these people get so high up on the "best of" list? They are extremely overpriced for mediocre service. (more)
gizzmoo
on Citysearch May 11, 2007I am very pickey about my blonde highlights. They always have ended up too brassy or chuncky. I called Moodswings and they reccomened I see Amy. She was very professional, friendly and full of suggestions. Amy had so... (more)
crz25
on Citysearch May 11, 2007I was having a hard time finding someone who knew how to cut and style my problem hair when I came across Mood Swings and found Suzanne! I haven't had anyone else at Mood Swings cut or style my hair because she is so... (more)
denimslc
on Citysearch May 10, 2007My sister, niece and I were in town for the weekend. We were attending a formal event and decided last minute to go to a salon. My sister wanted a cut and style, my niece wanted an updo and I wanted a pedicure. They were so... (more)
msbubbles88
on Citysearch May 09, 2007We have been going to Mood Swings for more than 7 years now and are very happy and satisfied with the management and staff! My daughters and I go frequently for cuts and waxing. Abby is PHENOMENAL with us and she listens... (more)
perrypals
on Citysearch May 04, 2007I have a lot of wirey grey hair, but you would never know it now. She is a genious with grey coverage.The salon is very young and hip, but there were some people there my age. Everyone was friendly and made me feel at ease.... (more)
ciradessa
on Citysearch Mar 12, 2007Never in my life have I had a haircut I liked until I went to Mood Swings. I went in with a very specific idea of what I wanted, and Angie was so helpful in adapting the hairstyle to match my face shape, hair type, and styling... (more)
mulher
on Citysearch Feb 17, 2007This was my first visit to the salon. I found the experience to be very pleasant. I came into the salon with a very bad hair cut and color from a previous salon. It was in SERIOUS need of repair. My stylist really listened... (more)
adixon07
on Citysearch Feb 15, 2007**NOT RECOMMENDED** ONE AWFUL STYLIST WHO MISCOLOURED MY HAIR, TREATED ME RUDELY AND HIGHLY CHARGED ME. I was spoken to rudely when I arrived, the reception staff are very blazay, they act as if they couldnt care less... (more)
imthatoneguy
on Citysearch Feb 11, 2007Mood Swings is phenomenal. The atmosphere is perfect, with great music, contemporary art, and friendly people. Its that time of the month that I take care of myself, and I always look forward to it. My stylist is Nici... (more)
okangel
on Citysearch Feb 06, 2007Im so excited that Khristine is back in AZ and at Mood Swings. I have very thick, curly hair and absolutely no one but Khris can do my hair like this. I just love it ...and her. This women is so special!... (more)
dawne
on Citysearch Jan 18, 2007I am so excited Khristine is back at the salon after 2 long years. The best haircut and color I have ever had. She is amazing with blondes! This salon is nice and chill. They have all of the good magazines without being too... (more)
redhead_8
on Citysearch Dec 14, 2006Everyone knows how frustrating it can be to maintain red hair.... It's also frustrating to get vibrant shades of red without looking like you're wearing a wig... Janessa did an amazing job on my hair. I've never been... (more)
jflow007
on Citysearch Dec 13, 2006Since I have moved here, I have not found anyone that has been able to give me a great pedciure. what makes a great pedicure in my opinion is adressing the needs of the individual. For me personally, I go for the... (more)
txgirl118
on Citysearch Nov 24, 2006After extensive online research of where to go for my very first brazillian wax, I was sold on Kelly at Mood Swings as I read so many positive reviews. I made my appt just days before going on a very special trip and I was... (more)
petronella
on Citysearch Nov 21, 2006I went to Moodswings for their special on eyebrows (make sure to check for specials on their website before you go). The girl who did my eyebrows did a decent job, and she seemed fairly knowledgeble when I asked... (more)
uberreviewer
on Citysearch Nov 03, 2006I went to Stephen after having my hair repeatedly textured and butchered to death. He took his time, completely fixed my hair, and I can't wait to go back. It's honestly one of the best cuts I've ever received, and I am... (more)
O C.
on Judys Book Sep 17, 2006Mood Swings is an arty salon located in an old repurposed bank building on Mill avenue. It looks nice, and at first blush, seems to be a nice place. I believe the way a business treats its employees says a lot about the... (more)
yogaspider
on Citysearch Aug 30, 2006I went to Mood Swings after an other hair salon totally screwed up my hair. I was very sad and wanted it to be fixed and went to Mood Swings Salon after doing some research on the web. The lady at the front desk was so... (more)
isabella_grace
on Citysearch Aug 18, 2006I have been a client at Mood Swings for a little over a year now. I was referred to Kelly after a nightmare experience at a hole in the wall waxing shop. Eyebrowswhat eyebrows! You can imagine how sensitive I was entering... (more)
selectivechick
on Citysearch Aug 05, 2006I have been to Mood Swings many times over the past 3 years and have always come out satisfied. There seems to be much less ego here. I've had massages before the remodel, and hair cuts with Angie and Amanda. They have... (more)
hotelboy1
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2006I have lived in Phoenix a year and have had problems finding a good salon. One day I made an appointment to have my hair cut/colored and it was fantastic. Rachel is my stylist and she is probably one of the best I've ever... (more)
yingszhou
on Citysearch Jun 12, 2006I went there for my facial simply because it is rated as the Winner of Best Facial of 2006 on CitySearch. My experience there was completely negative and came out very disappointed and feeling that I had just lost $80+... (more)
akinphx
on Citysearch Jun 08, 2006I am new to the area and we all know how hard finding a hairdresser can be! I called for a haircut and was scheduled with Rachel. I had a great experience overall and came out with the style that I was looking for. She... (more)
brneyes15
on Citysearch Jun 04, 2006I called Mood Swings after recieving a gift certificate and asked about a facial for my troubled skin. The gentleman on phone was extremely helpful booking me the right facial for my skin and the right person for the... (more)
fhaque
on Citysearch Jun 03, 2006Just a salon in a college town..disappointed with the high priced services. I had my hair done there a couple of times. The girl made me look like Tina Turner while she chatted away with one of her coworkers about... (more)
grtswami813
on Citysearch May 28, 2006I was pleasantly suprised by the attitudes and the atmosphere of this salon based on previous reviews. I had a wonderful experience with my mani/pedi and then leg wax. Amanda was a joy and very meticulous with my... (more)
lilyamongthorns
on Citysearch May 11, 2006I brought my younger sister to Mood Swings after a couple of bad hair cuts at other salons - we even met with a stylist before any appointment to make sure it would be a good experience. The stylist was wonderful: very... (more)