Visiting Blowout Bar in DC

Blowout bar is drybar's competitor, centrally on 23rd and L in NW between three metro stops (about 1/2 mile away).  It was hard to find because the signage wasn't that great and Google maps is off by about a block.  But once I got inside, I knew that I would eventually have to make an appointment.

It's sleek and pretty.  I am saddened that they were not as busy as DryBar.  There was one person working and one customer.  When I arrived, the customer, Angela, was getting her hair washed and treated by Star, the only person working.  They were extremely friendly and welcoming.

I started my questions with "why only blowouts?"  Star stated that because its fast.  She explained the menu, from their express (no wash, come in wet, and just dry) to their updos.  She confirmed no nails, no waxing.  She said the only other place that she knows of who can deliver good blowouts are Dominican salons.  However, blowout bar is totally different from Dominican Salons in how they perform the blowout and the products they use.  They use specialty products and have several treatments to include lavender, keratin, and even clip on extensions.

Their clientele consist of a lot of college students, bridal parties, and local residents.  Angela, the current client, stated she came once, and then booked through September.

They had a wedding party on Saturday that reserved the entire salon for three hours.  Although they officer wine and champagne, the wedding party brought in their own food and drinks (liquor).  They have also had some photo shoots in their store recently.  She showed me their dressing room for customers who want to get ready at the salon.  Beautiful little room.


All stylists are certified.

Why does Blowout Bar not do nails?  According to Star, adding nails to their menu is outside of the concept.  

Lessons learned: Blowout Bar is better than DryBar.