How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%86+46.9Reliability 24%79+19.2Value 14%78+11Replies to reviews 7%43+3Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORECavalry Salon
Washington, DC · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #39Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 57 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 923 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other wedding hair stylists (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.
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Customers hired Cavalry Salon for 8 kinds of job.
Cavalry Salon for balayage
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New to area so it’s my first time coming here. I wanted something not too light as I don’t normally get my hair colored. Hava gave me exactly what I wanted. I wanted dimensions on my hair, so she gave me a full balayage with medium brown color. Found my go-to salon 😌
Yvonne is unbelievably amazing for blondes, and that’s an understatement. I’ve had some bad experiences with stylists who didn’t understand that I have very fine hair and need someone who cares about the longterm. I move around a lot, and always find it challenging to book with someone experienced with ash blonde,…
Yvonne Le is truly a hair artist! She has an amazing eye for style and always knows what works best for my hair. Her attention to detail, creativity, and professionalism are unmatched. Every time I leave her chair, I feel more confident and absolutely love my hair. Highly recommend Yvonne to anyone looking for a talented hairstylist! ★★★★★
I came to Cavalry Salon in May 2026 for a partial balayage with Yvonne, the salon owner. I brought clear inspiration photos — including photos of my own hair from 2022 — showing a soft, dimensional brunette with preserved natural depth and a darker root. My goal was subtle dimension added to my natural brunette, not…
Summer update 2026! 😊
Yvonne is an artist! I asked for a balayage with reference photos, and she was able to replicate it beautifully while still matching it to my natural hair color. The blowout was also beautiful and my hair felt like silk. I can’t wait to come back, I had an amazing experience! May 2026: I came back for a balayage…
The best hairstyle I have ever had!! Last year I got blonde baby lights, now after a year, they’ve transformed into a full blown balayage!! When I came for my treatment last year, Yvonne told me “just wait, in a year your hair will grow into an even more beautiful style.” And she couldn’t have been more right!! She…
Carlos is the Wizard of Hair and an absolute scientist when it comes to color. He knows exactly how to get it right every single time and never misses the mark. Carlos works miracles on hair — he really is like a physician who can diagnose and treat whatever your hair needs, no matter who you are or what your…
Hava is an ARTIST!!! She is truly a master colorist and gave my hair life I didn’t know it needed. I have been getting balayage for years, but she has given me the hair I’ve always dreamed of. She was extremely meticulous; no detail was overlooked — you can tell she focuses on delivering top-notch results. I…
Hava was an absolute artist! I told her what I wanted and she delivered with flying colors. She’s also just a pleasure to talk with and takes such good care of you. I definitely will be coming back.
A true artist!!!! Yvonne is the long hair blonde expert!! I’ll never go anywhere else! Highly recommend.
Hava did an amazing job on my balayage!
Yvonne does an exceptional job with color correction and blonde highlights. After my first appointment with her, my highlights blended so much better with my dark brown hair. I was able to let it grow out for 5 months because of how well it was blended (I’ve never been able to do that before.) I think the pictures…
Hava gave me the hair of my dreams!! I had never colored my hair before, but knew I wanted to brighten my natural dirty blonde. I explained (very uneducatedly haha) what I was thinking, and Hava gave me EXACTLY what I was hoping for. So pleased!
Hava at Cavalry Salon does the most amazing haircuts, styling, and balayage—I’ve been coming here for several years and always come away loving my hair and feeling confident, even after just a trim! She’s an incredibly skilled and lovely hair stylist and I can’t say enough good things about her work. My hair tends…
I have been coming here for almost 5 years. Everyone who works at this salon is incredibly talented. I’ve never left the salon feeling less than my absolute best. The customer service is great as well! I specifically cannot recommend Yvonne enough! This is by far the best hair salon I’ve ever been to, and I will continue to be a loyal customer!
I went to Calvary Hair Salon for a haircut and balayage after having my hair done incorrectly abroad, and once again Yvonne exceeded my expectations. I was visiting DC for the holiday break and had very limited availability, but she was so kind and accommodating and penciled me in as soon as possible. This is my…
I absolutely love Hava! She gives me a perfect cool-toned ashy balayage 🩶
I can’t say enough great things about HAVA AT CAVALRY SALON!! I’ve been a faithful client since 2020 and Hava always makes my hair dreams come true. She listens to what I want and makes recommendations based on my lifestyle and upkeep. Strangers come up to me on the street to ask who does my hair. My friends refer…
Hava came recommend to me by a colleague, and boy they did not steer me wrong! She gave me exactly what I was looking for all while keeping my hair healthy and smooth. I was looking for a good salon in DC and I’m so happy I found Cavalry!
I always leave very happy from a cut or color with Yvonne! The space is clean and bright and Yvonne and all the staff super friendly, knowledgeable, creative, and attentive.
My first time going to this salon and immediately felt like family! I’ve been searching for a fairly priced hair stylist in DC and this was exactly that. Yvonne’s quality and attention to detail was unmatched. I left extremely happy with my balayage and even happier knowing I now have a great place to return to for my hair needs!
This was my second time here and I will be a regular for as long as I live in DC! Yvonne is the best! I got a full balayage and haircut , and I am so happy with results!
Yvonne is the best. I went for a balayage, she help me decide the color and the results were great!!
Literally a dream! I’d been wanting to dye my hair purple for about 7 years and after tonnes of research I came to Yvonne and team here at Cavalry. I was definitely anxious but I think everyone can tell from the picture just how amazing they are at their work. The team really has a passion to give the client what…
This is my 5th time coming back to Hava. Anytime i have gone to get my hair done somewhere else, i always regretted it and hava fixed it, leaving it better then it was before. (Not to mention healthier). This time I came in with partial balayage done by someone else. Hava gave me a full blonde balayage and my new…
I went in to see Jessi last week for a full balayage. She listened to everything I asked for and I love how my hair turned out! Jessi provided a lot of information on products and my hair type and was super helpful. I went from a brassy color to a nice cool/neutral blonde that I love. I will definitely go back for…
Hava is amazing!!!! She transforms my hair every time and is such a sweet person. I have incredibly thick, dark hair and Hava is so patient with me and helps me get the hair I want!!
Amazing experience!! Super easy booking process, friendly staff, and everything was on time. I have dark brown hair/roots and got a lighter balayage for the first time. Hava was amazing!! She is so sweet and did a phenomenal job coloring/styling my hair - especially with how dark it was.
Price
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Haircut | 227 | $45–$91 |
| Hairstyling | 127 | $58–$136 |
| Hair coloring | 96 | $214–$426 |
| Hair highlighting | 49 | $214–$426 |
| Blowdry | 44 | — |
| Balayage | 29 | $246–$426 |
| Blowouts | 18 | $50–$97 |
| Bang trim | 15 | — |
