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Milk + Honey The Hair Lounge in Cary, NC, offers an elevated salon experience centered on personalized care and expert craftsmanship. Our stylists provide haircuts tailored to men, women, and teens, along with a full suite of color services, including highlights, balayage, ombre, and precision foiling. We also provide keratin treatments, Brazilian blowouts, and eyebrow tinting, all designed to complement your natural beauty while maintaining the health and integrity of your hair. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, our salon is committed to ensuring each guest enjoys both exceptional service and refined comfort.

We further specialize in premium hair extensions that offer immediate length or volume with options such as clip-ins, tape-ins, fusion methods, and micro-links. Each extension type is selected for its quality and natural appearance, blending flawlessly with your existing hair for long-lasting results. For clients seeking transformative color, our colorists use high-quality products to ensure vibrant, dimensional shades whether you desire subtle enhancements or dramatic changes. Our goal is to provide stunning, manageable styles that suit your lifestyle and preferences. We invite you to book your consultation and experience the dedication and artistry that define Milk + Honey The Hair Lounge.

Served areas
  • Cary, NC
Highlights and features
  • Skilled stylists delivering personalized, precision hair services.
  • Premium extensions for seamless length, volume, and versatility.
  • Expert coloring with vibrant, long-lasting professional results.
  • Relaxing, luxurious atmosphere focused on client comfort.
  • Advanced keratin and smoothing treatments for lasting manageability.
  • Customized cuts and styles for men, women, and teens.
Payment methods
  • Cash
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards
Services
Hair Extensions Our extension services deliver customized results using trusted, top-grade hair for both hand-tied and tape-in methods. We determine row and weft needs based on your starting length, density, and desired outcome. Hand-tied installations usually require one or two rows, while tape-ins often need one or two packs. Each service includes a thorough consultation to tailor your look.
Balayage / Ombre Our balayage and ombre services in Cary, NC are designed to deliver customized, sun-lit color with fluid blending for clients. We tailor each application to your hair texture and style goals, offering subtle and dramatic results. These techniques grow out gracefully. Pricing starts at $325 for full long hair, with options at $275, $250, $200.
Hair Color We create personalized hair color designed to bring out your best features while reflecting your preferred aesthetic. Our offerings range from all-over permanent color and gray coverage to multidimensional highlights, balayage, ombre techniques, and bold fashion shades. High-performance products ensure both protection and longevity. Every service is tailored to deliver a refined finish that supports your style goals.
Hair Foil & Highlights Our dimensional foiling service is designed to deliver refined highlights and lowlights that enhance your natural features. Each appointment starts with a comprehensive consultation to ensure your goals guide the color placement. We use advanced techniques for smooth transitions and long-lasting dimension. With consistent maintenance, your results remain vibrant for eight to twelve weeks.
Hair Cuts Our team of experienced stylists is dedicated to crafting unique looks for men, women, and teens, offering options from traditional cuts to current trends. Each service is thoughtfully customized to match your style goals. We maintain a calm, professional atmosphere to elevate your visit. Schedule your appointment and enjoy the confidence of a refreshed appearance.
Brazilian Blowouts With our Brazilian Blowout treatment, we refine hair texture, control frizz, and promote healthier-looking strands that remain manageable for up to 12 weeks. The service is completed swiftly, usually within 80 minutes. You can wash or style your hair right away. It adapts to every hair type and preferred finish. The process also supports same-day color services and smooth transitional results.
Keratin Treatments We provide professional keratin treatments designed to transform frizzy, unruly hair into smooth, manageable strands using premium, formaldehyde-free systems. Our stylists deliver up to 95% frizz reduction, faster styling, and results that last 34 months. These customized smoothing services suit all hair types and perform exceptionally well in humid climates. Clients consistently rely on our expertise for healthier, more polished hair.
People
Ashley Vargo
Ashley Vargo
Ashley has been a dedicated hair stylist since 2009, starting her career after completing her education at The Paul Mitchell School of Raleigh. She achieved initial success at a high-end salon spa in Cary, NC, and then went on to establish her own salon studio after just two and a half years.

Ashley's dedication to excellence is evident in her comprehensive training, which includes time spent at The Redken Exchange in New York and attendance at numerous hair conferences across the Carolinas. She is certified in Brazilian Blowout, Keratin Complex, and Babe Hair Extensions, and has specialized knowledge in Hand-Tied and Tape-In extension methods.
Kylie Seagroves
Kylie Seagroves
Kylie Seagroves began her career in the beauty industry by attending Central Carolina Community College, where she studied Cosmetology starting in 2007. With a strong passion for hair coloring, she then transferred to Paul Mitchell The School located in Raleigh, to focus on advanced dimensional coloring techniques. After completing her education, Kylie refined her skills by working at a well-known salon spa in Cary, North Carolina.
Reviews (17)
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Kate Brown
Dec 03, 2025
Ashley's creativity and skill makes her a premiere highstylist. She has an amazing eye for color and has never failed taking my color visions and bringing them to life. Highly recommend!
Erica Murphy
Sep 29, 2025
Ashley is fantastic! I came in for a cut, and wasnt totally sure what I wanted. I heard she did a really good job so I pretty much said whatever you want Im cool with. My hair is amazing! Couldnt have chosen a better style. Not only that its a really fun vibe and a great place to be, 10 out of 10 recommend!
Wendy
Sep 19, 2025
I have been going to Ashley for years and she is top notch. She is professional and always does a great job with my highlights, haircut etc. I recently got extensions and I have received so many compliments. I love going to her.
Shannon Suggs-Welch
May 23, 2025
Always amazing! Every single time the absolute best! Highly recommended. Her talent with color is unmatched!
Lauren Roberson
Apr 14, 2025
What takes other stylists 3 hours, Ashley does in half the time and it always looks amazing. Pretty sure she could do my hair in her sleep. Always a pleasure!
Dina A.
Apr 11, 2025
Ashley is amazing!! I came to her for extensions and was so impressed by her professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail. She does such a great job and Ive never been happier with my hair!
Katie Tuttle
Apr 01, 2025
Ashley does an amazing job every time!! I highly recommend her! She listens to my vision and always delivers exactly what I want. I always have a great experience :)
Lorrie Osuna
Feb 09, 2025
Best hairstylist in Cary! Amazing grey blending. My highlights look awesome.
Meg Johnson
Oct 23, 2024
Hand tied extensions by Ashley are on point beyond impressed every single time. Worth it!
John Stevens
Oct 18, 2024
If youre looking for quality and consistency, look no further. Ashley is the best in the business. 10/10 youre in great hands here.
Laura Linton
Oct 17, 2024
Ashley is amazing! She is very friendly and warm. I love that she keeps up with the latest trends and stays current professionally.
I truely believe that she wants everyone to leave her space feeling like a million bucks!
Leana Deuel
Sep 29, 2024
Ashley is the absolute BEST! I've trusted her with my hair for almost 15 years now, and she never disappoints. The atmosphere in the salon is laid back and relaxing. Ashley really listens to what your looking for, provides her expert advice/recommendations and always makes you feel comfortable. Trust her with your hair journey!! You won't be disappointed :-)
Christie L.
Sep 16, 2024
I scheduled with Ashley based on a recommendation from my sister. I wanted something a little different, a violet blush dimensional color all over. I attempted to do it myself at home but it wasnt what I wanted, so I went to Ashley in hopes to fix it. She provided me with a thorough consultation and began my color transformation. I appreciated her honesty when my highlights didnt tone to the exact color I was hoping for. She took me back to the shampoo bowl and toned my highlights again until they were the perfect color violet pink for my liking. Ashley is amazing with color and really wants to make your hair dreams come true!
Jenna Burney
Sep 04, 2024
This was the first salon Ive ever been to so I was pretty nervous and unsure of exactly what I wanted to do to my hair. Ashley was extremely helpful in providing different ideas for what to do and ultimately we decided on doing a balayage!! The results were better than I could have ever imagined!! Shes a miracle worker!!!
Annabella Delgado
Jul 12, 2024
I can't recommend Ashley enough! If you're in Cary and looking for top-notch balayage or hand-tied extensions, Ashley is the go-to expert. She transformed my hair beyond my expectations, giving me the perfect blend of color and volume. Her attention to detail and skill is unmatched. Plus, she's super friendly and makes the whole experience enjoyable. If you want stunning hair, Ashley is your girl!
Shelby Clardy
May 24, 2024
12/10 experience! Grateful my friend recommended I go here. Ashley did low lights and toner to get me back to a natural color and away from my years of bleached blonde. Atmosphere was laid back and relaxing and the outcome was better than I could have hoped for!
Sarah Pollard
Oct 04, 2022
Possibly the best salon around. I cant begin to tell you how much of a genius Ashley is with blondes, always such amazing results and delivered with professionalism and confidence. If you are looking to have hand tied extensions she is your to go to girl! AMAZING!!! I am beyond happy with my extension, natural looking but also packs a punch. 10/10!