SHEARMADNESS

A Salon For Men & Women

Where Style Meets Balance

Our Story

About Shear Madness

We are Hoboken's top-rated beauty salon for professional haircuts, waxes, hair coloring, straightening, extensions and much more. Tucked away just three blocks behind Hoboken City Hall, Shear Madness was born in 2003 with one simple mission – recreate the professional salon experience by providing top notch beauty services for men and women; without the pretense of other fine salons, in a warm and inviting atmosphere, atypical from the rest. Staffed with top notch artists/stylists from many backgrounds, using the finest quality products available, in a comfortable Asian inspired setting, the Shear Madness team can help find and interpret the vision of even the most discerning client. Once you are here, you're not just a client but a member of the Shear Madness family. Trust me, relaxing in one of our chairs, it will feel like a second home! Whether you're looking for a dramatic change – a new hair color perhaps – or just maintaining your current style, from avant guarde to traditional, you owe it to yourself to call us today and FEEL THE MADNESS!

SHEAR\ˈshir\noun

A pair of scissors. Often used in the plural.
Any of various implements or machines that cut with a scissor like action. verb tr.
To remove (hair) by cutting or clipping verb intr.
To use cutting tool such as shears.

MADNESS\ˈmad-nəs\noun

The state of being mad.
Intense excitement, enthusiasm or passion.

SHEAR MADNESS\ˈshir ˈmad-nəs\noun

Where passion and excitement combine with shears and various implements to achieve beautiful hair.
Where beauty and passion intersect.
Where skilled artists achieve great beauty through creativity using great products.
A place for really great head.
A Salon for Men & Women.

30+

Years of Craft

4K+

Styles Perfected

5★

Client Trust

What We Offer

Our Services

Built on craft.Refined with time.Styled with purpose.

Women's Services

Haircuts · Blowouts · Colour · Highlights · Extensions · Updos

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Men's Services

Cuts · Colour · Relaxer · Highlights · Eyebrow Wax

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Hair Treatments

Keratin · Conditioning · Tandem Texture

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Meet the Artists

Our Artists

“Great style should feel effortless, personal, and quietly confident.”

Oscar “Victor” Landicho

Master Stylist · Co-Founder · Manager

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Co-founding Shear Madness in 2003, Oscar “Victor” Landicho has helped shape the salon into one of Hoboken's most trusted beauty destinations. As Manager, he continues to serve his longstanding clientele while also welcoming new guests through personal referrals and word of mouth.

With nearly three decades of experience (since 1987) — including almost two decades in Hoboken — Oscar has become known for his precision, consistency, and intuitive understanding of personal style.

If the lights are on, Oscar “Victor” is in.

George joined Shear Madness from the Spa at Port Liberté, bringing with him over 28 years of experience in the beauty industry. His expertise extends beyond the salon, having worked in the entertainment industry on Broadway and in film with renowned talents such as Melanie Griffith, Raul Julia, Melissa Manchester, and Rosie Perez.

He also served as a National Educator for Glemby International, associated with prestigious retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. Specializing in cut, color, and styling, George also offers make-up and massage services.

Accepting appointments Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM until closing.