Douglas J Institute

About Douglas J Institute

Known for

• Student salon services supervised by licensed instructors
• Haircuts, color and conditioning treatments
• Facials, makeup and waxing
• Daytime and evening school programs
• Downtown Royal Oak, MI location

What reviewers say elsewhere

• “I went in for a 90-minute facial and brow wax with Jessey today. It was a wonderful experience and so beyond relaxing. I highly recommend jessey and this salon! The rest of the staff was very kind and accommodating!”

  — Laura Perry, September 15, 2026 · google

• “Katie was great! She offered a great consultation and took great care to make sure I had a blunt cut with a smooth blowout! Best of luck in your career!”

  — Heidi W., September 7, 2026 · google

• “I’ve always gone to Douglas J and I actually attended school there for esthetics last year when they were partnered with Aveda. Yesterday was my first time going back since they separated from Aveda, and I went in for a brow wax and tint…”

  — Nylah Hubbard, September 2, 2026 · google

• “Douglas J has been my go-to place for bit over a year now. Have tried other schools in the area but Douglas J stands out for me with their quality of service. Everyone, from students to full-time staff, are very professional and taking g…”

  — Sanna Koivumäki, September 1, 2026 · google

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