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The Art of Modern Hair
Our Philosophy
Meet the passionate team of skilled stylists dedicated to your hair journey. We combine cutting-edge techniques with a personalized touch to ensure you leave our chairs feeling completely refreshed.
Professional Hair Services In Schenectady
Welcome To Velvet Strand Salon
Experience beautiful transformations, expert care, and personalized styling at our Willow Creek Avenue location.
Marcus Vance
Master Colorist & Artistic Director

Master Colorist & Artistic Director
Marcus has spent over a decade perfecting the delicate balance of bold color design and molecular hair health. He believes that a custom shade should never compromise the structural strength of your strands, utilizing advanced bond-protecting formulas to create rich, multi-tonal dimensions that grow out beautifully.
Our Story
Driven by Passion and Precision
Located in Schenectady, NY, Velvet Strand Salon was founded on the principles of masterful hair artistry and personalized care. We create a welcoming salon experience where skilled stylists combine modern techniques with a passion for hair wellness, ensuring every client feels valued, confident, and refreshed. From precision cuts to transformative color and treatments, we are dedicated to elevating the beauty experience in our community.
Our People
Expert Stylists
Our handpicked team consists of highly trained, licensed professionals who live and breathe modern hair design. They bring years of diverse industry experience directly to your chair, handling everything from classic shapes to complex structural transformations.

Our Growth
Always Learning
The beauty industry is constantly shifting, and we make sure to stay ahead of the curve. Our stylists regularly participate in advanced training and global masterclasses, keeping our salon at the absolute forefront of modern styling techniques.


Our Mission
Healthy Strands
We treat hair beauty and hair health as one and the same inseparable standard. Every structural or chemical change we introduce to your hair is backed by deep, nourishing protection to ensure long-term strength and brilliant shine.

Meet Our Stylists
Find Your Perfect Match
Great hair starts with the right connection. Explore our talented team of industry experts and find the ideal stylist who understands your hair type, texture, and personal aesthetic goals.
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Visit Our Salon
Come visit us and experience personalized hair services designed to help you look and feel your best.
Velvet Strand Salon
Mon-Fri:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat-Sun:
Closed
