Charisma for Hair
Where your style is our passion

The majority of our stylists have been working together since before the year 2000. Our team is a family – and we strive to make all of our guests feel like they are part of our family.

Our stylists don’t just stroll into the salon with a pair of scissors and land behind a chair. We don’t let just anyone stand behind our chairs. Our hair stylists are comprised of passionate, well-educated and creative people who share a belief that the Charisma for Hair experience should be engaging, relaxing, and professional from beginning to end.

All stylists are Master Colorists trained in Trilogy through Goldwell. We have over 200 combined years of experience, specializing in all areas of the salon business: barbering, spiral perming, directional perming, coloring, foiling, bleaching, and much more.

We believe our clients are special, and we strive to ensure that our clients always leave our salon feeling beautiful and happy. We offer free consultations at any time. Stop by and visit us or call for any appointment.

Kim Cross, Owner

Stylists

Janet

Deborah

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Sweet words from our special clients

  • Roger C.
    I have been a customer of Kim's for many years! She always does a fantastic job ! All of the staff are courteous and helpful. Great customer service ! Very friendly !!
    Roger C.
  • K W
    I love my hair stylist, Janet! She's been doing my hair here for about 5-7 years now. The salon is clean and bright. Nice music in the background. All of the other stylists are very nice and friendly. Great parking. Another plus? Starbucks is nearby! One of the ladies will make a run to Starbucks if you need it. I have no bad comments about this place.
    K W
  • Tom B.
    Great Salon!! Kim Cross and her team make it a pleasure looking forward to the next visit. I speak from 36 years of Haircuts 🙂 Thanks Kim
    Tom B.
  • Rebecca W.
    Janet has been doing my hair and many of my friend and family's as well for well over 10/15 years. Everyone there is well trained and do what you ask for.
    Rebecca W.
  • Kelly B.
    Best salon hands down!!! I went in to have a spiral perm done by one of the stylists. I was not happy with the results and was very disappointed, until the manager Kim called me back. She is the most professional, caring and knowledgeable hairdresser I have ever met. She went above and beyond, she came in on her day off, to fix my hair. she re permed my hair and gave me a treatment to help with any damage. she also gave me some products, which was cool. I also received a phone call from her, to just check on my perm and I thought that was awesome. I love my perm its just what i wanted ! I would absolutely go back, and I would recommend Kim and Charisma to everyone.
    Kelly B.
  • Sandra C.
    Best group of stylists ever!! Come in and see the fabulous creations from some of the best trained and most professional hair experts anywhere.
    Sandra C.
  • Alvin M.
    I am so glad I made an appointment here, this is the best place I've gotten my hair cut in Gainesville. The staff are all very friendly and polite, and the service I received was fantastic. I asked to get a slick, side-part haircut and showed a picture of what I was going for. I received the best haircut I've ever gotten, spot on what I requested and very nicely done with fades and everything. The quality of the haircut I received was significantly better than other places I've gone to in town, and because the atmosphere was welcoming I enjoyed the time I spent there very much.
    Alvin M.
  • Lisa H.
    LOVE JANET! She is my hair soulmate!
    Lisa H.
  • Jenneina D.
    I was recommended Charisma by a co-worker . My daughter and I have been going there for well over 11 years now. We have had color, highlights, perms, cuts, and even a rescue cut from a swimming pool over chlorination accident. I highly recommend them. Awesome Awesome staff !!
    Jenneina D.
  • Allison N.
    Deb is definitely THE BEST!!! Not only did she do an amazing job correcting the color mess I had but she's a wonderful person as well!!
    Allison N.
  • Nancy B.
    Moving to a new city and finding a new salon is the pits, but this place really delivered! They made me an appointment that fit my schedule, called to remind me about it, and even called when an earlier time opened up to see if I wanted it. They allowed my husband to schedule a cut last-minute too. They offered us water & coffee while we waited, and the receptionist was so sweet. We loved our stylists - 30 years experience and it shows! Excellent efficiency, great conversation and consultation, reasonable prices...we felt right at home!
    Nancy B.
  • Joy H.
    I received the best haircut I've gotten in years. I am so thankful I went in!
    Joy H.
  • Tom B.
    Great Salon!! Kim Cross and her team make it a pleasure looking forward to the next visit. I speak from 36 years of haircuts.
    Tom B.
  • Alyssa Q.
    Deborah did an amazing job on my hair! For the first time ever, not only did I leave the salon thrilled.... but I also love my hair when I style it myself. I will most definitely be returning to her!
    Alyssa Q.
  • Heather P.
    This is a very nice neighborhood shop. I highly recommend it for basic color, cuts, and even special occasion hair, for prom or weddings. Excited to take my three year old for her fist hair cut and cannot wait to them to clean up my husband!
    Heather P.
  • Patricia B.
    I go to Janet every five weeks for a haircut and style. Don't know what I would do without her!
    Patricia B.
  • Michael R.
    Upon presenting a picture of what I wanted, they did a wonderful job re-creating it atop my dome. Very pleased with how friendly and accommodating the employees are.
    Michael R.
  • Sarah W.
    I have been a client of Janet's at Charisma for about 15 years. She is the epitome of professionalism and it is supported by her terrific staff and owner Kim. I have been having my hair cut, colored and styled and have sent numerous friends and family including both of my grandmothers. I trust them!
    Sarah W.
  • Joni J.
    Kim has been my hairdresser for over 15 years. She is very meticulous as she cuts, shapes and fluffs my hair. And it doesn't take her very long either. She is a true professional. And besides that, we have fun visiting. I always receive compliments for how pretty my "do" looks. She is amazing, and I wouldn't trade my time and experience there for anything. Thank you, Kim.
    Joni J.
  • Marilyn C.
    Awesome. Heather is amazing. She takes the time to get to know you/your hair, checks in periodically, and then is always willing to tweak what she's done to be sure you are happy.
    Marilyn C.
  • Jenneina D.
    I was recommended Charisma by a co-worker . My daughter and I have been going there for well over 11 years now. We have had color, highlights, perms, cuts, and even a rescue cut from a swimming pool over chlorination accident. I highly recommend them. Awesome Awesome staff !!
    Jenneina D.
  • Lindsey H.
    Best service!
    Lindsey H.
  • Kristina W.
    Great place to get your hair cut/color/highlights etc. Super nice people work there. Janet has cut/colored my hair for about 8 years. I wouldn't think of going anywhere else. Plenty of well trained, knowledgeable stylists. This isn't just for women. Plenty of men clients here for just a cut too.
    Kristina W.
  • Sheri B.
    Took a chance when I found Charisma for Hair online when I moved to the area. I was impressed with the professional way I was treated from the start. I was booked with Heather and she has been a perfect match for me and my "quirks" , Lol! She is patient, takes time to understand what I want, and even writes down what she does each service so she can refer to it the next time make changes or keep things exactly the same! I'm so happy I have found my hair care salon!!
    Sheri B.
  • Alvin M.
    I am so glad I made an appointment here, this is the best place I've gotten my hair cut in Gainesville. The staff are all very friendly and polite, and the service I received was fantastic. I asked to get a slick, side-part haircut and showed a picture of what I was going for. I received the best haircut I've ever gotten, spot on what I requested and very nicely done with fades and everything. The quality of the haircut I received was significantly better than other places I've gone to in town, and because the atmosphere was welcoming I enjoyed the time I spent there very much.
    Alvin M.
  • Dana B.
    Awesome crew so polite and they make you fell welcomed. I've been with Kim for a very "LONG" time.
    Dana B.
  • Stephen G.
    Wonderful shop. Quiet professional atmosphere. Friendly folk. Ms. Debbie is my barber and has been for many years. Friendly, professional skillful artist with scissors. Recommend her and Charisma to all.
    Stephen G.
  • Sheri K.
    When I first moved to this area in 2015 I searched as carefully as I could for a stylist, as I tend to be a bit particular, especially when it comes to my hair! I Googled and found Charisma and first got hooked up with Heather. She was amazing and just what I needed! Heather listened attentively and did everything exactly as I asked. ! Kim, the owner, is also such a sweetheart, so personable. Such a pleasant atmosphere. I don't know why anyone would want to be anywhere else!!
    Sheri K.
  • Joni J.
    Kim has been my hairdresser for over 15 years. She is very meticulous as she cuts, shapes and fluffs my hair. And it doesn't take her very long either. She is a true professional. And besides that, we have fun visiting. I always receive compliments for how pretty my "do" looks. She is amazing, and I wouldn't trade my time and experience there for anything. Thank you, Kim.
    Joni J.
  • Catherine I.
    I love Charisma for Hair. Great scheduling, receptionist and stylists!!
    Catherine I.
  • Malerie W.
    Great jobs on whatever you ask. Color, cut, style. With amazing sweet staff that always gives a warm welcome. Only hair salon I will go to.
    Malerie W.
  • Donna H.
    I just had the greatest experience here. Janet and the other stylists made us all feel very safe and comfortable. And my hair looks great as always. So glad Charisma is open again!
    Donna H.
  • Kelly B.
    I went in to have a spiral perm done by one of the stylists. I was not happy with the results and was very disappointed, until the manager Kim called me back. She is the most professional, caring and knowledgeable hairdresser I have ever met. She went above and beyond, she came in on her day off, to fix my hair. she re-permed my hair and gave me a treatment to help with any damage. She also gave me some products, which was cool. I also received a phone call from her, to just check on my perm and I thought that was awesome. I love my perm it's just what i wanted ! I would absolutely go back, and I would recommend Kim and Charisma to everyone.
    Kelly B.
  • Amber F.
    I had a spiral perm & eyebrow waxing done by Kim. It came out looking absolutely beautiful ? Kim is hands down a great stylist and professional. This was my first time here and I will definitely be back! ???
    Amber F.