Owners Ron and Jay Bredeson remain dedicated to perfect care and want customers to be aware of the changes effective January 1, 2009. Spa services will be offered in private treatment rooms in the salon as use of the spa area will be discontinued. The pool area, locker room, wraps or scrubs will no longer be available.
Reviews (25)
Amanda LoveABull Worrall
Apr 23, 2022
Jackie
Apr 19, 2022
Ashley Warwick
Apr 05, 2022
Margot E.
Mar 25, 2022
I made an online appointment with Gina, one of the top tier stylists. In the comments section I asked that she wear a mask. ( Although staff and clients are no longer required to mask, it is the owner's policy that if requested staff will comply). I also called the salon to make sure Gina would not have a problem masking. When Gina greeted me she was maskless.
When we got to her chair I asked her to please put on a mask. She did so begrudgingly calling it 'theater' and put on a see through nylon mask. For the entirety of the appointment, (full foil, cut, style) she said only the bare minimum. At the end she suggested I find another stylist if I insisted on masking as it was just not her. Needless to say this entire experience was uncomfortable, and potentially unsafe, not to mention entirely avoidable. I would not recommend this salon.
When we got to her chair I asked her to please put on a mask. She did so begrudgingly calling it 'theater' and put on a see through nylon mask. For the entirety of the appointment, (full foil, cut, style) she said only the bare minimum. At the end she suggested I find another stylist if I insisted on masking as it was just not her. Needless to say this entire experience was uncomfortable, and potentially unsafe, not to mention entirely avoidable. I would not recommend this salon.
Daniele Perez
Mar 21, 2022
I came to my appointment for a haircut and when I told the hairdresser what I wanted, the same haircut I had for the last three years, she told me that I had curly hair and it wasn't possible. I didn't get a haircut and the manager was clueless. I decided for to stop a cost cutters and in 25 minutes I got my haircut perfectly for $18.00 plus $15.00 tip. What a irony.
Paula McGuire
Mar 14, 2022
Jaclyn Wegener
Feb 20, 2022
Jen L.
Jan 27, 2022
Anaelys B.
Nov 17, 2021
I went here a few times and at first loved it. But then I went in for a dye. Oh boy. I've dyed my hair red for 7 years. My roots were my natural color (black) so they needed to be bleached. The rest of my hair just retouched/evened out. The girl who did my hair bleached my whole head to ''even out the color''. At first, I didn't think much of it- since she had been a recommendation from a friend.
And my hair did look good right after, so I thanked her, tipped well and left. Within one wash, all of the color in my hair was gone. I now had orange hair with the texture of a piece of sandpaper. I went to someone else to fix it and was explained that the bleach made it so that my hair did not retain color now. My engagement photos were the following week and this poor girl had to dye my hair SIX TIMES because every time she did it it would come right off as soon as she washed it.
My hair is still recovering from this place, hopefully it will happen in time for my wedding. I am doing every hair mask and treatment known to man and my hair is still so rough. I would never cause a scene in person or yell at a worker but how I wish I had known this before she touched my hair.
And my hair did look good right after, so I thanked her, tipped well and left. Within one wash, all of the color in my hair was gone. I now had orange hair with the texture of a piece of sandpaper. I went to someone else to fix it and was explained that the bleach made it so that my hair did not retain color now. My engagement photos were the following week and this poor girl had to dye my hair SIX TIMES because every time she did it it would come right off as soon as she washed it.
My hair is still recovering from this place, hopefully it will happen in time for my wedding. I am doing every hair mask and treatment known to man and my hair is still so rough. I would never cause a scene in person or yell at a worker but how I wish I had known this before she touched my hair.
Andrea Kelly
Nov 16, 2021
Cat Gower
Oct 20, 2021
Cristina was amazing. About a year ago 1/2 my hair fell out (literally) due to a health scare. It's finally growing back in - thank goodness - but it's all different lengths and looking crazy. Cristina talked me through my options and was extremely patient and thoughtful. I can't thank her enough for being so kind. She gave me a clean haircut that I feel so much more confident about. Thank you, Cristina, you are an angel.
Kaitlyn Hopfensperger
Jul 17, 2021
I was a part of a bridal group for a mid-July wedding in Wisconsin and we all had our hair and makeup done. The group all saw different people for hair and makeup but I was lucky enough to be paired with Nikki, who was absolutely phenomenal. My hair and makeup looked amazing and remainder intact for the entire time event and night (and my appointment was at 9am!). Nikki absolutely understood my vision and both my hair and makeup turned out the best out of the group.
The only reason I am rating ANiU a 4 is because of the other experiences of the bridal party. Two bridesmaids needed to redo their entire face of makeup because it looked terrible and the bride's hair came out shortly after leaving the salon. Overall, my experience was great but mainly because I was with Nikki. 10/10 recommend her! Photos from Nikki's Instagram. Thanks again for doing much an amazing job!
The only reason I am rating ANiU a 4 is because of the other experiences of the bridal party. Two bridesmaids needed to redo their entire face of makeup because it looked terrible and the bride's hair came out shortly after leaving the salon. Overall, my experience was great but mainly because I was with Nikki. 10/10 recommend her! Photos from Nikki's Instagram. Thanks again for doing much an amazing job!
Bella R.
May 14, 2021
J. K.
Jan 04, 2021
I am disappointed to do this. I still think Meghan is great. However, for the second time I went to a different stylist at Aniu, my wishes were disregarded, and the stylist did whatever she wanted to with my color. She used lowlight colors lighter than my hair, bumping my base, left it warm, and, rather than using foils, as I asked, and as Meghan has done, she used seran wrap, lifting the remaining base. An attempt was made to fix it, but it is now an odd mix of warm and cool stripes.
I showed the stylist pictures of my own hair as a model, which clearly had several baby lights and a shadow root, with much of my natural base, and was cooler. It was a very basic blonde highlight I wanted - no coppery base bump, as was done. When a customer is paying nearly $200 including tip, it is unfair to do whatever one wants with their hair.
This is the second time, and the creative venture neither time has turned out well. Since this is a recurring problem, and my stepmother had the same issue for years until she had to find another salon, I have to adjust my review down.
I showed the stylist pictures of my own hair as a model, which clearly had several baby lights and a shadow root, with much of my natural base, and was cooler. It was a very basic blonde highlight I wanted - no coppery base bump, as was done. When a customer is paying nearly $200 including tip, it is unfair to do whatever one wants with their hair.
This is the second time, and the creative venture neither time has turned out well. Since this is a recurring problem, and my stepmother had the same issue for years until she had to find another salon, I have to adjust my review down.
Steph H.
Jan 18, 2020
Take caution As I was leaving the salon today after a haircut, right outside the door I couldn't help but noticed there was a female sitting with a male and she was crying and upset. I initially walked by because the building also has other businesses. When I went to open the bathroom door I heard the woman say "Stop!, Don't point at me. Don't yell at me." So I turned back around and there was now another man closely standing in front of her.
At this point, of course, I asked if everything was ok. The man standing in front of her then walked away into the Salon and the other man answered by saying "oh my god are you kidding me." When I responded by saying I wasn't kidding because there is clearly a disturbance and I need to make sure everyone was ok and no one needed help. The upset woman than aggressively told me I needed to stay out of it because it was her BOSS.
While she is talking to me the man sat there now focusing his frustrations at me telling me saying things like "omg you're joking" and "omg are you serious". At that point I removed myself from the hostile situation and went into one of the entry way doors of the building while they continued the same behavior. I had picked up my phone and waited a minute to make sure everyone was ok as the body movements became more aggressive.
I would have just left and not thought much of the interaction but after they finally walked away, they both got up and went into the ANiU salon!. They are employees there!. I am in complete disbelief that not only would they have a full blown argument in the middle of the entry way where everyone has to enter AniU, as well as, the other businesses inside, but that they would talk to someone that way, period.
Especially someone who is only there because they are utilizing their business! I had scheduled another appointment on my way out today that I will now be canceling because how unbelievably uncomfortable? I really liked my stylist and she did a great job but there is no way I can justify that type of work environment or client relationship. Come spend hundreds of dollars here so we can cause a disturbance and belittle you for trying to help.
No thank you. Someone really needs to look into management and that work environment if that is what is tolerated. I'm so sorry that the employees there have to go through that. Update: I just called to cancel my appointment and when I was asked why I explain the situation above and the lady on the phone apologize profusely and asked if I would speak to the owner.
When I told her that the owner was probably out there she said that he was not, so I agreed to speak with the owner. She put me on a brief hold and when the owner got on the phone he started by saying "I don't understand what the problem is" and continued to yell at me over the phone until I finally just hung up on him after multiple attempts of trying to explain why they would make anyone uncomfortable and he just would not listen or let me talk.
Holy smokes guys! beware! I have never seen somebody act so ridiculous before simply because someone was trying to do the right thing and make sure someone was ok. Imagine walking into a hotel, or a restaurant, to the owner and 2 employees in an emotional dispute causing a disturbance right in the common area, then basically being told to pound sand when inquiring if everything was ok?
It would make for an uncomfortable stay. Who knows what was really going on, but, at the least, it should have been handled behind closed doors. If you're going to present yourself in that manner, in a common area for multiple businesses, you need to accept that you are going to cause a scene and expect others to react accordingly. Be better.
At this point, of course, I asked if everything was ok. The man standing in front of her then walked away into the Salon and the other man answered by saying "oh my god are you kidding me." When I responded by saying I wasn't kidding because there is clearly a disturbance and I need to make sure everyone was ok and no one needed help. The upset woman than aggressively told me I needed to stay out of it because it was her BOSS.
While she is talking to me the man sat there now focusing his frustrations at me telling me saying things like "omg you're joking" and "omg are you serious". At that point I removed myself from the hostile situation and went into one of the entry way doors of the building while they continued the same behavior. I had picked up my phone and waited a minute to make sure everyone was ok as the body movements became more aggressive.
I would have just left and not thought much of the interaction but after they finally walked away, they both got up and went into the ANiU salon!. They are employees there!. I am in complete disbelief that not only would they have a full blown argument in the middle of the entry way where everyone has to enter AniU, as well as, the other businesses inside, but that they would talk to someone that way, period.
Especially someone who is only there because they are utilizing their business! I had scheduled another appointment on my way out today that I will now be canceling because how unbelievably uncomfortable? I really liked my stylist and she did a great job but there is no way I can justify that type of work environment or client relationship. Come spend hundreds of dollars here so we can cause a disturbance and belittle you for trying to help.
No thank you. Someone really needs to look into management and that work environment if that is what is tolerated. I'm so sorry that the employees there have to go through that. Update: I just called to cancel my appointment and when I was asked why I explain the situation above and the lady on the phone apologize profusely and asked if I would speak to the owner.
When I told her that the owner was probably out there she said that he was not, so I agreed to speak with the owner. She put me on a brief hold and when the owner got on the phone he started by saying "I don't understand what the problem is" and continued to yell at me over the phone until I finally just hung up on him after multiple attempts of trying to explain why they would make anyone uncomfortable and he just would not listen or let me talk.
Holy smokes guys! beware! I have never seen somebody act so ridiculous before simply because someone was trying to do the right thing and make sure someone was ok. Imagine walking into a hotel, or a restaurant, to the owner and 2 employees in an emotional dispute causing a disturbance right in the common area, then basically being told to pound sand when inquiring if everything was ok?
It would make for an uncomfortable stay. Who knows what was really going on, but, at the least, it should have been handled behind closed doors. If you're going to present yourself in that manner, in a common area for multiple businesses, you need to accept that you are going to cause a scene and expect others to react accordingly. Be better.
Pamela C.
Oct 12, 2019
I've gone to ANiU before and had great service every time, but today left me stunned. Grew my hair out on a whim. Never thought I would be told by a stylist that because I grew my hair out she wasn't comfortable/qualified to cut my hair. It's a two because I appreciate that she was honest with me. If she doesn't feel qualified to return me to the short hair cut I've had for the last 10+ years, please put the scissors down, and walk away from the head. Had even had my hair trimmed by the same stylist and had brought up that I was only growing it out on a whim and that I wasn't to eventually go back to short hair. Just stunned and so disappointed. I was so ready and excited to part with my ponytail.
Samantha L.
Feb 22, 2019
I saw Winona for my first time today. I Love my hair! The attached photos don't do it justice, I have bad lighting. It is just beautiful! Wonderful experience, looking forward to my hair journey with Winona. She is great, did exactly what I asked for! Beautiful start and transition color/highlights/lowlights to eventually get the ash blonde/white balayage highlights I've wanted for years on my dark brown hair.
I also am in love with my hair cut, it looks the healthiest it has in years while keeping my length! She also told me everything I need to do to achieve and keep healthy hair so we can get to the color I want faster. I really appreciated that as I am not very knowledgeable on hair health. The front desk staff were very friendly and the salon was a nice, clean environment. Thanks Winona, looking forward to achieving my dream hair with you!
I also am in love with my hair cut, it looks the healthiest it has in years while keeping my length! She also told me everything I need to do to achieve and keep healthy hair so we can get to the color I want faster. I really appreciated that as I am not very knowledgeable on hair health. The front desk staff were very friendly and the salon was a nice, clean environment. Thanks Winona, looking forward to achieving my dream hair with you!
Heather M.
Oct 26, 2017
Disappointed. Pedicure: They have bench style pedicure seats they don't adequately support your back or legs. Immediately after getting up I realized by back was not going to be happy. They next day I was so sore. For an upscale salon you think they would have more comfortable seating. Also, the next day one of my nails had already chipped. Massage: Although the masseuse was great the experience was not.
The room is right next to the stations for manicures and pedicures. I could hear the conversations next to me the whole time. When you exit the room you are shocked with the bright lights and busy salon. There is nothing relaxing about this experience. Hair: I have only gotten my hair cut at Aniu. Each of my experiences were very different. The few times I went during busy times I was ready to get out of there sue to noise, it seems to really travel.
Most recently I went during one of their less busy times and was pleasantly surprised. There were only a couple other people there and the noise did not seem to be a factor. Conversation with my stylist (a new one to me) was good and not forced and I liked my hair cut. I didn't love how she styled it, but that is pretty typical for me.
The room is right next to the stations for manicures and pedicures. I could hear the conversations next to me the whole time. When you exit the room you are shocked with the bright lights and busy salon. There is nothing relaxing about this experience. Hair: I have only gotten my hair cut at Aniu. Each of my experiences were very different. The few times I went during busy times I was ready to get out of there sue to noise, it seems to really travel.
Most recently I went during one of their less busy times and was pleasantly surprised. There were only a couple other people there and the noise did not seem to be a factor. Conversation with my stylist (a new one to me) was good and not forced and I liked my hair cut. I didn't love how she styled it, but that is pretty typical for me.
Joanette R.
Aug 14, 2017
Love this high-end, full-service salon! I have my hair cut and colored every 5 weeks with Winona and she's amazing. I like to switch up my style from time to time and she's always on board to try new looks. She has a keen understanding of color and how age and seasons influence the need to keep tweaking the details. The environment at Aniu is relaxing, modern, and fun.
I love watching the stylists work because they each have their own style. I also use the salon's Kerastase hair products and Eminence facial moisturizers and feel they are of high quality and useful.
I love watching the stylists work because they each have their own style. I also use the salon's Kerastase hair products and Eminence facial moisturizers and feel they are of high quality and useful.
Angela M.
Jun 12, 2017
Had my second facial with Barb today. She does an amazing job. I am 60 and went for the age management facial and it was probably one of the best facials I've ever had. She takes the time to give great arm, hand head and neck massge. She didn't scrimp at all on the massage which to me is the best part and the products she used are fresh and delightful. I'll be back!
May P.
Jan 14, 2017
Billie is absolutely incredible at what she does! Balayage (hair painting) is her specialty, but she can do it all. Billie listens, offers suggestions, and executes perfectly every time. I can go 6 months without a touch up, and get tons of compliments on my hair. I drive from Chicago to see her, because she is THAT GOOD. Go see Billie, you will not regret it, she is one of the most talented colorists you will ever meet!
Annie D.
Jan 22, 2015
I've been searching for a new salon and have had so much trouble finding one that is reasonably priced that I liked. I finally found mine here! I enjoy coming here, everyone is friendly and helpful. I always have the same stylist and she is wonderful! She is always patient and helpful when I come in and want to try something new but am too scared.
Kate K.
Sep 04, 2014
My experience at ANiU didn't come under the best of circumstances - I had gotten my hair cut the day before at another salon and the best description for what I was left with is "hack job." Since I was leaving for vacation the next day, I was desperate to have it fixed and called ANiU since I've heard their ads on the radio forever. The woman who booked my appointment was very nice, and after I explained the situation and that I needed a stylist very experienced with working with short hair she recommended an appointment with Amy, a level three stylist ($40).
When I arrived for my appointment I was checked in and took a seat in the waiting area, which is set up with coffee and hot tea. Amy came out to get me right on time and took a few minutes to listen to my preferences. She then told me what she could do to help salvage the cut and got to work. She was able to even out much of the choppiness of the first cut and give my hair a better shape, while keeping within my initial preferences.
She then showed me how to easily style it and suggested a product to keep it from flying away on me. Some people have mentioned that the staff really pushes product, but she didn't push me to buy anything, she just asked if I needed anything and when I said no, that was that. The salon is HUGE - I was really surprised by how many stylist chairs they have. Amy told me they have upwards of 50 stylists who work at the salon, which explains how easy it was to get an appointment on such short notice just before Labor Day. I would definitely recommend both the salon and Amy.
When I arrived for my appointment I was checked in and took a seat in the waiting area, which is set up with coffee and hot tea. Amy came out to get me right on time and took a few minutes to listen to my preferences. She then told me what she could do to help salvage the cut and got to work. She was able to even out much of the choppiness of the first cut and give my hair a better shape, while keeping within my initial preferences.
She then showed me how to easily style it and suggested a product to keep it from flying away on me. Some people have mentioned that the staff really pushes product, but she didn't push me to buy anything, she just asked if I needed anything and when I said no, that was that. The salon is HUGE - I was really surprised by how many stylist chairs they have. Amy told me they have upwards of 50 stylists who work at the salon, which explains how easy it was to get an appointment on such short notice just before Labor Day. I would definitely recommend both the salon and Amy.
Gina R.
Aug 14, 2014
I recently came here to get my haircut after doing my research this the place I had decided on, as im new to wi I hadn't a clue where to go. My hair was so damaged which makes sense seeing as my last haircut was atleast a year and a half before so I decided to take the plunge and get a lob (long bob) shorter in the back longer in the front my hair before then was near the very bottom of my back.
I opted for a level 5 and I couldn't be happier she was great, I believe her name was Rebecca! She listened and gave me suggestions on how to style which I loved. I will totally be back to touch it up, next time I think ill treat myself to a facial or gel mani. The cut includes wash, and style as well!
I opted for a level 5 and I couldn't be happier she was great, I believe her name was Rebecca! She listened and gave me suggestions on how to style which I loved. I will totally be back to touch it up, next time I think ill treat myself to a facial or gel mani. The cut includes wash, and style as well!
Ashley H.
Nov 16, 2008
Aniu is quite expensive but on the other hand it has a huge number of stylists and other beauty professionals to choose from plus the service has always been good. For hair, they have a huge number of stylists to choose from--Robert is the #1 but he is BOOKED for months on end! One of the waxers--I believe her name is Shirley--is really good and I'd recommend her for a fast, accurate wax. They also do free makeup touchups after an appointment if you ask.
