Beware of penny pinching users - Cosmetologist SmartStyle Employee Review

1.0
Nov 16, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Usually quick at building a clientale worked 8 plus years at master cuts and loved it but smart style would never recommend to anyone

Cons

Low pay , taken advantage of, hazing, do nothing upper management , they will kill u quickly and make u think 7 days a week for their company should be expected and that u should be happy with minimum wage pay even with 20 years experience and good luck being reimbursed for anything ever even gas if u go help at a sister store

Explore other reviews about SmartStyle

5.0
Nov 17, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Lenient dress code, ample access to new clientele, video library to expand skills and product knowledge, PTO and benefits

Cons

The salons are almost always short staffed

1.0
Jul 9, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

I loved working there. I loved my job. I loved meeting new people..

Cons

• Poor management and retaliation for raising concerns • Unauthorized schedule changes with no notice • Unfair NCE pressure and write-ups despite strong sales performance • Micromanagement from 400+ miles away with no understanding of local conditions • High turnover due to bad communication and bullying

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All