Hair salon in Raleigh, NC4.8 on Google

Family hair with aSouthern flair.

Award-winning, family-owned, NC State alumni-owned and women-owned salon in North Raleigh, NC, specializing in custom haircuts and color for over 25 years.

Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave2017 to 2024
  • Neighborhood FaveNextdoor · 2017 to 2024
  • Elite Color SalonScruples
  • Couples’ ChoiceWeddingWire
  • Southern BrideAs featured in
  • Midtown MagazineAs featured in

About

Family hair with a Southern flair since 2000

Haircuts and color for you and your family. Whether you are in the neighborhood or visiting Raleigh, our experienced Sweet T design team welcomes you.

Sweet T Salon is a family-owned, women-owned and NC State alumni-owned hair salon on Departure Drive in North Raleigh. We have styled Triangle families since 2000, growing from Classy Cuts to Sweet T Salon.

We practice team service. The skills of the whole team are available to you, so you are never locked in to one stylist.

About Sweet T

Specialties

What Sweet T is known for

Oil-based blonding without bleach, Keratin Complex smoothing, gray blending, curls, perms and men’s cuts.

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Oil-Based Blonde + Olaplex

No bleach, breakage or brass. Scruples’ Oil Lightening System gives you happy, healthy highlights.

  • Oil-based highlights
  • Balayage and ombré $250–$495+
  • Olaplex/PBX bonding treatment $45
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Keratin & Keratin Express

Smoothing treatments that cut frizz and styling time, from Keratin Complex.

  • Keratin treatment $365–$465+
  • Keratin Express
  • $25 new client consultation
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Gray Blending

Cover or blend your grays with color lines like Scruples and ammonia-free Oligo, customized to you.

  • Single process color $150–$250
  • Gentlemen’s color
  • Scruples MENZ for men
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Curly Hair

A pre-consult for every curl client and cuts shaped to your curl pattern.

  • Curl pre-consult
  • Olaplex stand alone treatments
  • Wavy to coily
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Perms/Body Waves

Today’s perms are gentler than the ones your mom and grandma got. A perm lasts around 2 to 6 months.

  • Perm consultation $25
  • Body waves
  • Modern curls
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Southern Gentleman’s Services

Men’s haircuts cut to your hair’s length and thickness, plus beard trims.

  • Gentleman’s haircut $40–$65
  • Beard trims
  • Scruples MENZ gray blending
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Our mission

Sharing God’s lovethrough service and beauty.

Our vision is for everyone in the world to feel loved and beautiful.

We are Family Hair with a Southern Flair, so we welcome and passionately serve all clients regardless of beliefs and backgrounds.

  • 25+Years styling Triangle families
  • 2000Opened in Raleigh
  • 8×Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave
  • 6Stylists on the team

Reviews

What clients say about Sweet T

Rated 4.8 on Google from 282 reviews. Here are a few, in their own words.

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This is the best hair salon in North Raleigh! Everyone is very knowledgeable and, most importantly, honest about what’s best for your hair. They take the time to recommend the right treatments instead of just trying to sell you something. I always feel like I can trust their advice and know my hair is in good hands. Highly recommend!

MMargarita F.Google review · Sep 2026

I went to get a balayage and two stylists worked on me. Melinda and the other stylist were fantastic! So patient and they helped walk me through the whole process. It took 10 hours but my dark hair has never gotten to be this light before and looks better than I could have imagined it! So thankful for the wonderful ladies here. Go get your hair done by them, it’s worth it!

TTiffany W.Google review · Dec 2024

Just got my perm done by Amy and I love it!!! She took the time to care for my hair and did exactly what I was looking for. I had gotten perms before that did not take and she exceeded my expectations. Very thankful to have found this place and for Amy.

CClarissa K.Google review · Jun 2026

Sweet T Salon is fantastic. So glad I found this place. Honestly best haircut I’ve had in years. As a guy with long hair it’s not easy out here. Amy was phenomenal and knew exactly what to do! This is now my go to place. 10 stars

AAndrew H.Google review · Apr 2025

Nancy did an amazing job on not just my hair but the overall experience! I hadn’t been to a hair salon in a while and wasn’t sure what to expect, but I instantly felt welcomed and comfortable here! I have very long hair, and Nancy took her time detangling the knots instead of forcing a brush through it and breaking my hair. She checked that I was okay with the amount she was taking off and made sure I liked how it turned out at the end. I think I finally found my home hair salon, will definitely be returning!

LLaura M.Google review · Jan 2026

Carly did a wonderful job with my long shag! She was very gentle with my hair and made me feel at home with her chill vibes :)

SSydney J.Google review · Mar 2026

I had my first appointment with Amy and she gave me an amazing cut which is very important for my very thin hair. The atmosphere at the salon is very welcoming and I have found my salon! So worth the half hour drive to get there. Thank you, Amy! My hair looks great because of you!

MMary L.Google review · Sep 2025

Great experience! Rosa was attentive and thorough. She did an excellent job and dried my hair exactly as I like it/want to feel after a cut!

LLibby S.Google review · Jan 2023

Carly did a great job with the balayage on my hair. I have really long hair and Carly was very patient with me and understanding. I will definitely come back for my hair care needs. Staff was really friendly and salon was clean. Not to mention price was good too!

NNina M.Google review · Dec 2025

I visited this salon for the very first time yesterday and they did not disappoint! I am so pleased with the service and results that I received. My hair has not looked this good in many years. I have always had thin hair but in recent years it has gotten much thinner to the point of being able to see my scalp. Suzi was excellent and extremely helpful. She gave me a cut that I absolutely love and helped me with options to help keep my hair healthy and looking fuller. Everyone in the salon was very warm and welcoming. The salon itself appeared well organized and very neat & tidy.

AAnna R.Google review · Oct 2024

This was my first time visiting, and Nancy did an amazing job with my hair! She was super friendly, listened to what I wanted, and made sure I was happy with the result. My hair looks great. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a great haircut!

SShreya D.Google review · Mar 2025

Amy is amazing! She gave me a great curly cut, definitely recommend her if you have curly hair and want someone who is experienced with curls. Thanks Amy!

NNye P.Google review · Aug 2024

This is the best hair salon in North Raleigh! Everyone is very knowledgeable and, most importantly, honest about what’s best for your hair. They take the time to recommend the right treatments instead of just trying to sell you something. I always feel like I can trust their advice and know my hair is in good hands. Highly recommend!

MMargarita F.Google review · Sep 2026

Nancy did an amazing job on not just my hair but the overall experience! I hadn’t been to a hair salon in a while and wasn’t sure what to expect, but I instantly felt welcomed and comfortable here! I have very long hair, and Nancy took her time detangling the knots instead of forcing a brush through it and breaking my hair. She checked that I was okay with the amount she was taking off and made sure I liked how it turned out at the end. I think I finally found my home hair salon, will definitely be returning!

LLaura M.Google review · Jan 2026

Carly did a great job with the balayage on my hair. I have really long hair and Carly was very patient with me and understanding. I will definitely come back for my hair care needs. Staff was really friendly and salon was clean. Not to mention price was good too!

NNina M.Google review · Dec 2025

I went to get a balayage and two stylists worked on me. Melinda and the other stylist were fantastic! So patient and they helped walk me through the whole process. It took 10 hours but my dark hair has never gotten to be this light before and looks better than I could have imagined it! So thankful for the wonderful ladies here. Go get your hair done by them, it’s worth it!

TTiffany W.Google review · Dec 2024

Carly did a wonderful job with my long shag! She was very gentle with my hair and made me feel at home with her chill vibes :)

SSydney J.Google review · Mar 2026

I visited this salon for the very first time yesterday and they did not disappoint! I am so pleased with the service and results that I received. My hair has not looked this good in many years. I have always had thin hair but in recent years it has gotten much thinner to the point of being able to see my scalp. Suzi was excellent and extremely helpful. She gave me a cut that I absolutely love and helped me with options to help keep my hair healthy and looking fuller. Everyone in the salon was very warm and welcoming. The salon itself appeared well organized and very neat & tidy.

AAnna R.Google review · Oct 2024

Just got my perm done by Amy and I love it!!! She took the time to care for my hair and did exactly what I was looking for. I had gotten perms before that did not take and she exceeded my expectations. Very thankful to have found this place and for Amy.

CClarissa K.Google review · Jun 2026

I had my first appointment with Amy and she gave me an amazing cut which is very important for my very thin hair. The atmosphere at the salon is very welcoming and I have found my salon! So worth the half hour drive to get there. Thank you, Amy! My hair looks great because of you!

MMary L.Google review · Sep 2025

This was my first time visiting, and Nancy did an amazing job with my hair! She was super friendly, listened to what I wanted, and made sure I was happy with the result. My hair looks great. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a great haircut!

SShreya D.Google review · Mar 2025

Sweet T Salon is fantastic. So glad I found this place. Honestly best haircut I’ve had in years. As a guy with long hair it’s not easy out here. Amy was phenomenal and knew exactly what to do! This is now my go to place. 10 stars

AAndrew H.Google review · Apr 2025

Great experience! Rosa was attentive and thorough. She did an excellent job and dried my hair exactly as I like it/want to feel after a cut!

LLibby S.Google review · Jan 2023

Amy is amazing! She gave me a great curly cut, definitely recommend her if you have curly hair and want someone who is experienced with curls. Thanks Amy!

NNye P.Google review · Aug 2024

Questions

Sweet T Salon FAQ

We’re a family-owned salon on Departure Drive in North Raleigh, open Monday through Saturday. Book online or give us a call.

Hours
Monday: 10am–4pm
Tuesday to Thursday: 10am–5pm
Friday: 10am–6pm
Saturday: 9am–2pm
Sunday: Closed
Where is Sweet T Salon?

5621 Departure Dr. STE 102, Raleigh, NC 27616, near Defy Gravity in North Raleigh. There is plenty of free parking.

What are Sweet T Salon's hours?

Monday 10am to 4pm, Tuesday to Thursday 10am to 5pm, Friday 10am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 2pm. Closed Sunday.

Do you take walk-ins?

Walk-ins are welcome when a stylist is available. Appointments are recommended, and you can book online or call (919) 831-1100.

How much does a haircut cost at Sweet T Salon?

A ladies' haircut is $75 to $125+ and a gentleman's haircut is $40 to $65, depending on length and thickness. The full price list is on the services page.

Do you use bleach for highlights?

No. Sweet T is an oil-based blonding salon. Scruples' Oil Lightening System lifts and tones without bleach, so you get highlights without breakage or brass.

What payment do you accept?

Cash, credit cards, Apple Pay, Android Pay and Sweet T Salon gift cards. No checks.

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Address
5621 Departure Dr. STE 102
Raleigh, NC 27616

In Departure Centre in North Raleigh, near Defy Gravity
Hours
Monday10am–4pm
Tuesday to Thursday10am–5pm
Friday10am–6pm
Saturday9am–2pm
SundayClosed
  • Plenty of free parking at Departure Centre
  • Walk-ins welcome when available. Appointments recommended.
Sweet T Salon storefront at 5621 Departure Drive in Departure Centre, Raleigh

Since 2000

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Styling Triangle families for over 25 years