About Desert Rose
A spin on laid back luxury
Crafted Hair, Curated Vibes
At Desert Rose, we’re redefining what it means to visit a hair salon. Located in the heart of downtown Somerville, NJ, our space was created for those who want more than just a service; they want an experience.
From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll feel it: the calm, the confidence, the creativity. This is a salon where artistry meets intention, and every guest is treated with care, connection, and good energy.
The Desert Rose Philosophy
We believe great hair starts with great communication. That’s why every appointment begins with a thoughtful consultation—so we can understand your goals, your hair history, and how you want to feel when you leave. No rushed visits. No one-size-fits-all approach. Just modern, tailored services that reflect your style and suit your life.
Our Story
Desert Rose opened its doors in April 2024 with a vision to bring something fresh and trend-forward to the Somerville salon scene. We saw the need for a space that was beautiful, personal, and rooted in ongoing education—and we built it from the ground up.
Our team is made up of stylists who don’t just follow trends—they’re ahead of them. We’re constantly learning, growing, and bringing new techniques back to our chairs. From blonding and balayage to extensions, color, cuts, and treatments, our services are crafted with intention and delivered with pride.
Salon Policies & Gentle Reminders
To reserve your appointment, a credit card is required at the time of booking.
This allows us to thoughtfully manage our stylists’ schedules and ensure availability for all of our guests. Your card is securely kept on file and is only used in accordance with our cancellation policy below.
Thank you for helping us protect our time — and yours.
We completely understand that life happens — plans change, and unexpected moments arise. We kindly ask for advance notice whenever possible so we can offer your time to another guest.
- 48+ hours’ notice: No charge
- Less than 48 hours’ notice: 50% of scheduled service may apply
- Less than 24 hours or no-shows: Up to 90% of scheduled service may apply
This policy helps support our stylists and allows us to accommodate clients on our waitlist.
We truly appreciate your understanding and consideration.
A $7 salon service fee is added to all transactions.
This helps support the behind-the-scenes costs of running our space and allows us to continue providing the elevated amenities, hospitality, and experience you enjoy while visiting Desert Rose.
Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you and includes consultation time to ensure your results are just right.
We recommend arriving a few minutes early.
If you arrive more than 10 minutes late, your service may need to be adjusted or rescheduled depending on availability.
If rescheduling is required, cancellation fees may apply.
If you’re running behind, please call us as soon as possible — we’ll always do our best to help.
We never allow guests to leave with wet hair — your final color result deserves to be seen beautifully.
A professional blowout with one of our trained junior stylists is included with all color services.
If you prefer a specific senior stylist for your blowout, please book this as a separate service when scheduling.
Our pricing reflects each stylist’s education, experience, and unique skill set.
All prices listed are starting prices and may vary based on hair density, length, product usage, or additional services discussed during your consultation.
Accepted payments:
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Discover
- American Express
- Cash
Please note: personal checks are not accepted.
Gratuities are always appreciated but never expected.
For your convenience, gratuities may be provided via cash, Venmo, or Zelle.
Gratuity cannot be added to credit card transactions.
Your satisfaction means everything to us.
While we do not offer refunds on services rendered, we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments if something doesn’t feel quite right.
Please contact us within two weeks following your appointment so we can ensure you leave feeling confident and cared for.
We absolutely love children — however, for the safety and comfort of all guests, the salon environment is not always suitable for little ones.
For this reason, we kindly ask that children only visit the salon if they are also receiving a scheduled service.
This allows us to maintain a calm, relaxing atmosphere and ensures everyone’s safety around professional tools, chemicals, and equipment.
Thank you for understanding and helping us provide the best experience possible for every guest.
We kindly ask guests to keep personal items close at all times.
While we do our best to maintain a safe and welcoming space, Desert Rose cannot be responsible for lost, misplaced, or damaged personal belongings, including handbags, clothing, or accessories.
We also recommend wearing clothing you’re comfortable in, as color services may occasionally come into contact with fabrics.
If anything does occur, please notify our team right away — we’re always happy to assist however we can.
We do not have a private parking lot available.
Street parking is available surrounding the salon, and for more consistent availability we recommend the paid parking lot located behind the salon at 65 W Main Street.
Please allow a few extra minutes when arriving to ensure a stress-free start to your visit.
We don’t just do hair, we shape confidence, style, and a whole vibe.
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More Than Just a Hair Appointment
At Desert Rose, we’re here to help you feel your best—whether you’re prepping for a major event or just in need of a refresh. We specialize in blonding, hair extensions, color transformations, and everything in between, but what we’re really known for is our atmosphere: creative, calm, and full of intention.