Alba’s Beauty Salon 2244 1st Ave., Apt. 6 (@ 115th St.)
Upper East Side
212.831.3865
This friendly salon is filled with old-fashioned clients who have been trusting Alba with their most precious attribute for years, and some of them still set their hair in rollers. Known for quality hair weaving and subtle highlights, this salon pleases everyone who walks through the door. A bit of gossip about the inner salon circle is unavoidable, but promises to entertain or leave you yearning to turn the material into a screenplay. With dozens of regulars, Alba spends most of her time making clients feel welcome and com-fortable–but she still has time for questions. The quick, but quality blowouts are popular with the regulars and guarantee that you’ll walk out looking polished and ready for your next destination.<br><br>Insider Tip: Make an appointment during the week since weekend nights tend to fill up quickly.
