Services designed around real life, not rigid menus
Hair isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are the services behind it. This page is meant to help you explore what I offer and how each service is approached, not to box you into a preset list.
Many clients come to me for haircuts and styling, blonding and brightening or balayage and dimensional color, while others need a more restorative or alternative hair approach. Some arrive knowing exactly what they want; others are looking for guidance, problem-solving, or a fresh perspective. During periods of change, like hair thinning or loss, medical transitions, or lifestyle shifts, wig and hairpiece services can provide comfort, confidence, and control.
No matter what, every appointment starts with listening and ends with hair that feels intentional, wearable, and truly yours.
Core Services
These are the services I focus on most and where my experience runs deepest. Each one reflects the way I work overall: thoughtful consultation, intentional technique, and results designed to fit your real life.
While these are the areas I have the most focus on, they’re part of my broader, flexible approach to services and client care that’s always tailored to you.
Haircuts & Styling
Precision haircuts designed to work with your natural texture, lifestyle, and long-term goals. Every cut is built to grow out well and feel manageable day to day.
Balayage & Dimensional Color
Soft, dimensional color designed to enhance movement, depth, and natural contrast. Customized placement creates a lived-in look that grows out beautifully.
Blonding & Brightening
Thoughtful blonding focused on tone, condition, and wearability. Each session is customized to achieve brightness without sacrificing hair health.
Restorative & Reparative Color
Color services designed to repair, rebalance, and bring hair back to life. Ideal for correcting past damage or creating a healthier foundation moving forward.
Vivid Color
Creative color with an artistic approach. From bold, expressive hues to subtle statement moments, each look is designed with intention and longevity in mind.
Wig & Hairpiece Services
Personalized alternative hair services including wigs, toppers, halos, extensions and other pieces. Each piece is customized for fit, movement, and natural integration.
Services like restorative and reparative color or vivid color are often paired with other appointments to support long-term hair health and personal expression.
Looking Ahead
Some services become more relevant as your hair changes. Others shift based on lifestyle, health, or long-term goals.
If you’re unsure where to start or feel like your needs don’t fit neatly into a category, that’s completely okay. Many appointments begin as a conversation and evolve from there.
How I approach every service
Every service I offer is built around one core belief: hair should feel considered, nor forced.
That means taking the time to understand how you wear your hair, what frustrates you about it, and what you want it to do for you. It also means being honest about what will work best long term, even if that looks different than what you initially expected.
While these are the areas I focus on most, they’re part of a broader, flexible approach to services and client care that’s always tailored to you.
Additional Services
Supportive services available as part of select appointments or by request.
Color Correction
Thoughtful, multi-step color work designed to rebalance tone, depth, and condition over time.
Grey Blending
Soft, low-contrast approaches to blending natural grey without harsh lines or full coverage.
Rich Brunette Color
Dimensional brunette tones designed for depth, shine, and natural movement.
Artistic Effects
Expressive details like color blocking, peekaboo accents, or bold placement techniques.
Texture Cuts
Shags, mullets, wolf cuts, and lived-in styles built around movement and shape
Curly Haircuts
Curly-specific cutting techniques designed to support natural curl pattern and wearability.
Short & Pixie Cuts
Intentional short styles designed for balance, growth, and ease of styling.
Long Layered Cuts
Layered cuts focused on flow, weight distribution, and long-term shape.
Thin Hair Solutions
Custom approaches for fine or thinning hair, focused on comfort, coverage, & confidence
Chemical Texture
Perms and waves designed to enhance movement and texture with modern techniques.
Root Touch-Ups
Targeted color services to refresh regrowth between full appointments
Glossing & Toner
Tone-adjusting services to maintain shine, balance, and color integrity.
Hair Repair
Bond repair and conditioning treatments to strengthen, protect, and restore hair health.
Facial Waxing
Simple, precise facial waxing services designed for comfort and clean results.
Silent Appointment
A quiet, low-conversation option for clients who prefer a more peaceful experience.
Ready to book, or just have questions?
If you’re not sure which service fits your needs, that’s okay. We’ll talk through your goals, your hair, and what will work best for your lifestyle before anything else happens. Every appointment starts with a conversation.
New clients welcome • Consultations always included
Find Urban Vintage Hair Studio
Urban Vintage Hair Studio is a private, appointment-only salon in Cedar Rapids specializing in thoughtful, artist-led hair design. Jess creates lived-in cuts, dimensional color, bold vivids, and complete transformations tailored to your face shape, lifestyle, and personal style. Located on 1st Ave NE next to Best Buy.
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Urban Vintage Hair Studio
4620 1st Ave NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Located next to Best Buy