Back Bay · Boston · Est. Newbury Street
Michael Roffi
Master Cutter & Ouidad Expert
About Me
Michael Roffi - Five Decades Behind the Chair
Five decades behind the chair, and still learning, teaching, taking classes and giving back.
For Michael, education has always driven the work. He is Sassoon-trained and Ouidad-certified and has pursued advanced cutting techniques through personal training with some of the industry’s most respected educators, including Ouidad Wise, John Sahag and Eiji Yamane in the John Sahag dry-cutting technique, and Nick Arrojo in razor cutting.
Michael is the former co-owner of IBIS Hair & Skin Specialists and former owner of ROFFI Salon & Day Spa. Throughout his career, he has remained deeply committed to education, not only continuing his own training but also passing that knowledge on to others.
He has taught extensively within his own salons, for leading beauty-industry companies and at cosmetology schools. His philosophy is simple: the standard only holds if it is passed on.
Giving back has always been an equally important part of Michael’s career. Over five decades, he has supported the community that supported him through numerous AIDS and cancer benefits and other charitable efforts.
Today, Michael continues to take classes, teach, mentor and work behind the chair. After five decades in the industry, his greatest pride remains the same: his reputation, his craft and the people he has had the privilege to educate and serve.
Ouidad
Certified
Services
The work
Every service begins with a consultation;
your hair history and your routine.
Hair cuts are designed according
to your hair type, features and lifestyle.
-Inspire and inform-
01
Dry Cut
A precision haircut performed on dry hair, allowing me to see how your hair naturally falls, moves and holds its shape. Each section is carefully sculpted to create natural movement , balance, texture and a personalized finish.
02
Precision Haircut
Sassoon-inspired haircuts personalized using razor cutting or dry-cutting techniques to create a customized shape with natural movement and texture.
The razor softens lines, removes weight, and creates effortless blended movement. The hair is refined while dry to follow its natural fall.
The result is a polished yet modern haircut that feels light, natural and easy to wear.
03
Ouidad Cut
A specialized curly haircut designed to work with your natural curl pattern. The hair is shaped to enhance definition, balance volume and create a beautiful manageable shape while allowing your curls to move naturally.
04
Razor Cut
A precision razor cut designed to create soft, natural texture and movement. The razor technique gives the hair a lightweight effortless shape with blended edges and a modern, lived-in finish.
Gallery
Cuts that hold their shape on week six.
Reviews
4.9 across 954 reviews
Google · Facebook
“Exceptional service and highly skilled staff.”
Andrea Shapiro · Google
“Great stylist, friendly environment, clean and well decorated space!”
M. Callahan · Google
“The manicure is well done and the color was wonderful.”
J. Rivera · Google
“Boston's curly hair experts — nobody else cuts my hair now.”
Facebook Review · Facebook
Hair Journal
Notes from the chair
Curl Care
Why your curls behave differently in a Boston winter
Dry indoor heat, wool collars, and hard water — three reasons your pattern loosens between November and March.
Technique
Dry cutting: what it is, and who it's for
Cutting hair in its natural state removes the guesswork of shrinkage and spring-back.
Consultation
How to talk about the haircut you actually want
Bring three photos, not one. Here’s what a stylist reads in each of them.
FAQ
Before you book
How do I book with Michael?
Use the booking request form on the Contact page, or call the salon at +1 617-536-9600. Requests are confirmed by phone.
What is an Ouidad certified curly cut?
Ouidad’s carve and slice method cuts curls individually so they nest into each other, removing bulk without losing shape. Roffi is the only Ouidad certified salon in Boston.
Should I arrive with my hair washed or styled?
Come with your hair the way you normally wear it. For dry and curly cuts, clean, dry, product-free hair is best.
What is the cancellation policy?
We ask for 24 hours’ notice for cancellations or reschedules so the time can be offered to another guest.