I came here to use a groupon for a cut/partial highlights/and style and was very happy to discover the hidden gem that this place is. All the staff with whom I interacted was friendly and accommodating (and sported trendy hair). The Aveda Institute is a beauty school, which means all the stylists/massage therapists/beauticians are students. All the students are supervised by several teachers who wander around the salon observing their pupils' work. My student stylist, Jackie, was super perky and chatty and did a lovely job on my highlights. She also gave me a wonderful scalp massage that felt incredible. The only drawback to patronizing the Institute is that services may take longer than "normal," since the students are still learning and practicing their various techniques. My cut/highlights/style took 4 hours -- not sure if this is longer than usual (first time getting highlights) or nothing to talk about!
Prices are definitely way less expensive than mainstream salons; women's cuts begin at $15. No tipping is allowed since the stylists are students and not professionals. (If you were especially happy with your service(s), I hear that purchasing a beauty product is like tipping the specific student.)
I'll come here again to check out their massage services!