Business Details
Your Trusted Hair & Beauty Salon in Akron, OH
Positive Image has been a trusted name in Akron, Ohio, for over four decades, dedicated to delivering exceptional hair and beauty services. Our team of highly trained professionals, including owner Mary Reed with 40+ years of experience, specializes in precision cutting, coloring, and innovative styling techniques tailored to individual needs. We prioritize healthy hair care, continuous education, and maintaining the highest professional standards to ensure client satisfaction. Our salon offers a welcoming, professional atmosphere where clients can relax and enjoy personalized attention.From chemical treatments to natural hair care and nail services, we combine expertise with a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends. Every service is designed to enhance confidence and reveal the unique beauty of each client. Our loyal clientele attests to our reliability, friendly environment, and consistent delivery of exceptional results. We take pride in fostering a community where clients feel valued and leave with a positive image that reflects their personal style.
Services
Hair Styling
Color Treatments
Nail Care
Makeup Application
Waxing Services
Hair Extensions
Relaxer Services
Facial Waxing
Shellac Manicures
Corrective Treatments
Highlights and features
- Our stylists attend regular training to stay updated on the latest techniques.
- Owner Mary Reed brings over 40 years of expertise in precision hair cutting.
- We specialize in healthy hair care and customized styling solutions.
- Clients receive personalized attention in a professional, welcoming environment.
- Proven track record of loyal clients praising our consistent, high-quality service.
What people say
Friendly and professional
Lifted my spirit
Optimal professional service
Always friendly
Loyal client
Services
Hair Styling
Our precision haircuts and styling services cater to diverse hair types and preferences, combining technical expertise with creative flair. Stylists undergo continuous training to master the latest trends while prioritizing hair health. Clients receive personalized consultations to achieve looks that enhance their natural features and lifestyle needs.
Color Treatments
From classic single-process color to complex double-process techniques, we offer vibrant, long-lasting results tailored to individual skin tones and hair textures. Our color specialists use high-quality products to minimize damage while maximizing visual impact, ensuring seamless grays coverage and dimensional highlights.
Nail Care
Our nail services include classic manicures, shellac applications, and gel treatments that combine aesthetics with durability. Technicians focus on hygiene and precision, offering customized shape and polish options while maintaining cuticle health for a polished, professional finish.
Waxing Services
Specialized facial waxing removes unwanted hair efficiently while minimizing skin irritation. We use gentle yet effective techniques for eyebrows, lip, and chin areas, leaving skin smooth and refined with results lasting weeks longer than shaving.
Makeup Application
Professional makeup artists create flawless looks for special occasions or everyday wear, using premium products that enhance natural features. Services include bridal makeup, airbrush applications, and personalized makeup lessons for long-lasting, camera-ready results.
People
Mary Reed
Owner
With over 40 years in the industry, Mary Reed founded Positive Image to combine innovation with traditional hair care excellence. Her expertise in precision cutting and fashion-forward styling ensures clients receive timeless, high-quality service.
Candace Diamond
Managing Hair Consultant
Candace brings 25 years of experience in healthy hair care, specializing in coloring and chemical treatments. Her approach blends technical skill with a nurturing attitude, ensuring clients achieve both style and hair health goals.
Leticia Lewis
Cosmetologist
Licensed since 1997, Leticia excels in color, relaxers, and natural hair care. She focuses on revealing clients' innate beauty through personalized treatments and styling solutions tailored to individual lifestyles and preferences.
Asa
Master Stylist
With 25 years of expertise, Asa specializes in creative styling and healthy hair maintenance. Her passion for customized haircare plans helps clients achieve manageable, vibrant hair that aligns with their daily routines.
Shatelle DeJournett
Hairstylist
Shatelle offers 13 years of experience in natural hair and chemical services. She identifies scalp concerns and develops growth-focused solutions, ensuring clients maintain strong, healthy hair through expertly formulated treatments.
Questions
What services does Positive Image Salon offer?
We provide haircuts, coloring, relaxers, nail care, makeup application, waxing, and specialized treatments for natural and chemically treated hair.
Are appointments required?
While walk-ins are welcome, we recommend scheduling appointments to ensure availability, especially for peak hours and specialized services.
Do you cater to special occasions?
Yes, we offer bridal packages, event makeup, and updos with experienced stylists who create elegant, long-lasting looks for weddings and formal events.
How experienced are your stylists?
Our team includes professionals with 13-40+ years of experience, including owner Mary Reed, who has trained under industry-leading educators since the salon's founding.
What makes your salon unique?
We combine decades of expertise with ongoing education, using premium products and personalized consultations to ensure every client leaves with a confident, polished appearance.
