Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hair Salon in Waterford, CT
A Cut Above has been a cornerstone of Waterford, CT's beauty industry since 1990, offering cutting-edge hair services in a boutique atmosphere. Our team of award-winning stylists combines traditional techniques with modern trends, specializing in precision cuts, dimensional coloring, and bridal styling. With over three decades of experience, we've earned recognition as Southeastern Connecticut's Best Hair Salon for seven consecutive years.Our commitment to excellence extends to personalized service, using premium products like Wella and R+Co to ensure every client receives transformative results. We prioritize client comfort through amenities like coffee service and magazines, while maintaining rigorous professional standards in a space designed for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Services
Haircut
Hair Coloring
Balayage
Bridal Services
Massage Therapy
Waxing
Facials
Blowouts
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 35 years of excellence in Waterford's beauty industry since 1990
- Award-winning team recognized as Southeastern Connecticut's Best Hair Salon
- Personalized service combining technical expertise with creative vision
- Premium product lines including Wella, R+Co, and Color Wow
- Comprehensive bridal services with on-location options
What people say
Award-winning stylists
Exceptional balayage work
Relaxing atmosphere
Bridal expertise
Transformative results
Services
Hair Coloring
Our expert colorists specialize in dimensional coloring techniques including balayage, foil highlights, and corrective color. Using premium products like Wella and R+Co, we create customized color solutions that enhance natural features while maintaining hair health. Services range from subtle highlights to dramatic transformations, with options for both permanent and semi-permanent formulas.
Bridal Services
We offer comprehensive bridal hair and makeup services for both on-site and in-salon appointments. Our stylists specialize in creating timeless updos that complement wedding themes while ensuring durability throughout events. Trial sessions help perfect styles, with pricing starting at $125 for bridal hair and $150 for bridal makeup.
Balayage
This freehand coloring technique creates natural, sun-kissed effects with seamless color transitions. Our stylists customize balayage patterns to suit individual face shapes and hair textures, offering both partial ($110+) and full ($150+) application options. The low-maintenance style grows out gracefully compared to traditional highlights.
Massage Therapy
Certified massage therapists provide customized treatments including Swedish, deep tissue, and hot stone techniques. Sessions address stress relief, chronic pain management, and muscle recovery, with 60-minute ($65) and 90-minute ($80) options available. Our therapists incorporate aromatherapy and hot towels for enhanced relaxation.
Haircut
Tailored haircuts for women, men, and children using precision techniques matched to hair type and lifestyle. Services include consultation for optimal style selection, with pricing starting at $20 for children and $28 for men's cuts. Blow-dry styling options enhance finished looks with volume and movement.
People
Paula Peltier
Owner/Stylist
With over 30 years of experience since acquiring the salon in 1990, Paula specializes in dimensional color and bridal styling. Certified in Brazilian Blowouts and trained by industry leaders like Yves Durif, she maintains active education in the latest techniques while operating That Look Salon in East Lyme.
Evelin
Massage Therapist
Certified since 2012 with expertise in deep tissue, prenatal, and sports massage. Recognized as The Day's Best Massage Therapist in 2018, Evelin combines multiple modalities to address chronic pain while incorporating hot stone therapy and aromatherapy for relaxation.
Jamie
Stylist
Newly licensed in 2025 after graduating from PMTS, Jamie focuses on alternative styles and color experimentation. Passionate about helping clients express individuality through unique cuts and colors, they bring fresh perspective while emphasizing client confidence.
Ava Lue
Stylist
Recent graduate from Tigi's 2025 program, specializing in dimensional color techniques. With experience from family hair care to professional styling, Ava prioritizes creating safe spaces for clients to explore their authentic styles while maintaining technical excellence.
Sara
Stylist
Creative professional with expertise in wig styling and costume design from anime convention experiences. Brings artistic vision to hair transformations while balancing technical skill with personal expression, offering unique perspectives on modern hair trends.
Questions
What hair services do you offer?
We provide haircuts, dimensional coloring, balayage, bridal styling, massage therapy, waxing, and facial treatments with customized options for each client.
Do you offer bridal hair services?
Yes, we offer complete bridal packages including hair, makeup, and trial sessions both in-salon and on-location with experienced stylists specializing in wedding updos.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily serving Waterford, we also accommodate clients from Lyme, East Lyme, Stonington, and Mystic with convenient location access.
How can I book an appointment?
Appointments can be booked through our online scheduling system or by calling (860) 444-6717 during regular business hours.
What pricing options exist for hair coloring?
Color services start at $75 for retouches, $95 for new formulations, and $150 for full balayage, with prices varying based on hair length and complexity.
