The best salons & beauty spots in East Haven

“Hair salon offering cuts, coloring and other beauty services for coiled and kinky curls (including GinaCurls), and braids.”

“When your sides are getting wild this week and the beard line is flirting with chaos, Next Generation Barbershop cleans it up with precision haircuts, crisp lineups, hot towel shaves, and fades that actually fade, courtesy of barbers who blend modern technique with classic style.”

From the West Haven newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Professional barbershop featuring an immaculate, modern interior, plus beard trims and eyebrow tinting.”

“Whether the mop is creeping over your ears or your beard needs a proper reset, The Blue Collar Barber nails classic cuts finished with hot lather and a straight-edge, plus legit three-part hot-towel shaves. Slide it into this week and leave looking like you actually planned ahead.”

From the Meriden newsletter, August 20, 2026

“This week, when your roots are plotting a coup or you just want to go vivid mermaid, Trinity & Jackie's Beauty Nook is the spot for custom color, specialty blonding, cuts, Brazilian blowouts, extensions, spray tans, and brow tints. Book it, then let the compliments roll in.”

From the New Haven newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Whether you're eyeing a bold new color or just need a trim that grows out nicely, The Hive Hair Studio keeps it cozy with New Haven stylists who listen and work magic with scissors, AVEDA, and VERB. Independent, down to earth, and founded here in 2014, it delivers great hair without the attitude.”

From the New Haven newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Friendly hair salon specializing in curly hair cuts and styling.”

“Nightbird Salon is where New Haven folks go when ends need rescuing and shape needs purpose. Slide it into your week, get a clean cut and styling that fits your vibe, then enjoy hair that behaves past day one instead of staging a midday mutiny.”

From the Milford newsletter, August 11, 2026