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    Highlight by Linda

    Linda is the GOAT. I have crazy thick, frizzy hair and she has been nailing my blonde highlights and blowouts for almost 10 years. I made the mistake of visiting another salon when Linda was out of town, couldn't see me and I instantly regretted it. No one can match how natural her color looks. Plus, gratuity is always included in the price, so there's no stress or awkward exchange you sometimes feel elsewhere when you are finishing up the service. Love the whole process start to finish.

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    Lisa C.

    I've been going to Linda for years and now my teenagers go to her too! She gives great, flattering cuts and she always has good ideas to refresh my look and mix things up. my hair is teally straight and my daughter has big curls, and she's equally good with both. Oh, and I love her shampooing technique--a mini massage!

    Octavia S.

    I've been coming to Linda's salon since the Natoma Street days, and I haven't trusted anyone else with a blow dry, color, bleach, or cut since 2021. Linda and Andrea are incredible -- every appointment feels less like an errand and more like therapy. The space itself is so charming: full of plants, great music, and always a cheerful greeting from Bishop & Boogie. This year I've been splitting my time between San Francisco and Miami, and honestly, the thing that makes SF feel like my true home base is knowing this is where my hairdressers are.

    Ubin L.

    Almost a decade later, I'm still going to Linda. She knows my hair, my maintenance habits, my preferences for growing out my cut, and even though she moved downtown from the mission, totally worth the short bart ride. Hair always feels light and silky smooth after seeing her. The only times i've regretted my hair choices this decade were when I was in a rush or out of town and had someone else cut or bleach my thick af black hair. Never again. New location, same cute pups!

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    Polly W.

    Linda highlights, color and cuts my hair. I wouldn't go anywhere else. The salon is a gem in Union Square.

    Jillian L.

    I've been going to Linda for approx 13 years now. She's talented and extremely good at what she does. She explains what she's doing and makes you feel comfortable with your hair in her hands. Her salon is extremely clean and easy to locate. Recent picture after I let her cut 6-7 inches off.

    Kristi G.

    Linda is the queen of color. I have been told over the years that my hair would never go any crazy colors because it was too dark. Turns out, those stylists were just being lazy. Linda knows her stuff and can make those styles you've been pinning a reality. I got a haircut, top color with purple ombre all in 3 hours. She's in the Mission at 18th and Treat. The entrance is on Treat, you just put it the suite number and it dials her and she buzzes you in. The building is a great creative space with a ton of other small businesses. Her cute dog hangs out as well. She takes credit cards through square and you can book online through Style Seat where all her prices are listed. I'm a huge fan! Can't wait to pick another color.

    Session 3 in removing harsh dark dye and lightening my hair
    Mel A.

    Linda Thomas is fantastic - she is beyond skilled. Highly recommend her, she listens and is so talented at what she does. I have had amazing ombre and balyage from her.

    Morgan P.

    Linda is amazing! I've been searching for the perfect stylist since moving to the bay area a little over a year ago, and I finally found one! I came to her after a stylist at Revamp Salon completely screwed up my request for platinum blonde hair (instead of bleaching my entire head, he gave me chunky highlights). Linda managed to get the rest of my hair to a nice shade of blonde without completely frying it. I only wish I had gone to her first! Her haircutting skills are top notch as well. I left a very happy customer.

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    It was my pleasure doing your hair. Thank you for your review!!

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    Thank you Sunny! Always nice seeing you.

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    Linda is amazing and responsive! You should check out her beautiful plants too. I'm always happy when I get my hair done here.

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    Linda was able to take my sister with very little notice and she did an amazing job with the cut and style. Highly recommended.

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    AMAZING!! Thank you for the best layered haircut ever!! Linda and Kendra are the best!!!

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    Ask the Community - Acute Collective

    Do you have any PPD-free or sensitive scalp hair dyes?

    Yes we do!

    Does the salon use olaplex or other products to salvage hair from bleaching?

    Yes, we use Olaplex in all our lightening services.

    Do they use cruelty free hair products?

    Yes!

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    Review Highlights - Acute Collective

    I made the mistake of visiting another salon when Linda was out of town, couldn't see me and I instantly regretted it.

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    1.3 miLower Pacific Heights, Japantown
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    I did a walk-in since I was nearby for a long women's haircut but definitely recc calling ahead to…read morereserve a time. Mr. Ono was super detailed and took his time cutting, washing, and styling my hair to the style I wanted so super appreciative of him! It was $90 for the extra long women's haircut. I typically ask for layered haircut kind of similar to a butterfly haircut, and I think he delivered. There was a nice massage hairwash too. I took a photo the day after of my haircut so the styling wore off. I love how he took extra time to check every layer while cutting and styling! Bonus points for their super cute doggo in the shop. Very kind staff here! :)

    I drove 2.5 hours to come here for a haircut and showed the hairstylist pictures of both the front…read moreand back of the hairstyle I wanted. She told me she could do it, but unfortunately, it became clear during the haircut that she did not know how to achieve the style. She cut my hair short and then tried to use a hairdryer and comb to make it look like the pictures, but it did not work. I showed her the reference photos again and asked if she could get help from someone else. She asked a colleague, who showed her how to cut the style, but she still seemed unsure how to do it. Eventually, the owner had to step in and finish the haircut for me. For a long-hair haircut that cost about $100 total ($85 for the haircut plus a $15 tip), I was very disappointed with the experience. At this price point, I expected the stylist to be able to achieve the hairstyle she had confirmed she could do, or to be upfront from the beginning if it was outside her expertise. Unfortunately, based on my experience, it was not worth the price or time.

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    Taylor Monroe - Done by Benji! (instagram: wooneats)

    Taylor Monroe

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    1.7 miLower Haight, Hayes Valley
    $$

    So happy I found Benji! I'd been professionally covering my grays every 3-4 weeks, fighting that…read moreharsh demarcation line as my hair got darker and darker. From the moment I sat in his chair, he made me feel completely at ease -- personable, attentive, and so easy to talk to, like catching up with an old friend. He took the time to consult with me, listen closely to my concerns, and develop a thoughtful plan to begin lightening my base and gray blending journey -- keeping the integrity of my hair a priority every step of the way. He's incredibly talented and knowledgeable when it comes to color, using modern techniques to create a natural, seamless blend with no harsh lines -- just soft, pretty color that'll grow out beautifully. A total perfectionist, he made sure I was thoroughly happy with the result before I left the chair. The whole experience felt effortless, and I haven't loved my hair like this in so long. Benji is the only person I'll trust with my color from now on -- so grateful to have found him!

    As a 58 yr old woman it's nice to be noticed. Thanks to Benji I get compliments on my hair ALL the…read moretime! We've been on quite the hair journey since 2021, playing with a variety of shades of red. I've been loving being a redhead. I am 95% grey, which I have found is not easy to achieve perfect coverage. Benji's got me! I appreciate his excellent communication skills. He listens intently and asks a lot of clarifying questions to be sure that we're on the same page. He exceeds my expectations and I feel genuinely cared for in his hands. He's a sweetheart and so fun and easy to chat with during my services.

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    David James - Beautiful blended color by Devon.

    David James

    4.8(293 reviews)
    1.5 miAlamo Square, Hayes Valley
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    Nielle is the best!! I'm so glad I found her, I would follow her around the Bay Area. She keeps my…read morehair looking fresh and healthy after it went through a major thinning process. A shoulder cut can quickly look crazy on me (mullet alert) but she was able to perfectly layer my hair with some face framing bangs to come out perfectly balanced. Also she's the easiest person to talk to, makes your appointment feel so relaxing and peaceful like you're catching up with a long time girlfriend - she is theeee best!!

    I've been going to Nielle for over a decade and from the jump she really listened to what I wanted…read more I originally came to her after a botched balayage I got in the Philippines, and she completely fixed it. From there, we did an 10 hour transformation going blonde and honestly, that appointment bonded us for life. I've never trusted anyone else since, she's basically my hairstylist and therapist hehe Her balayage is SOOOOO good. It always looks natural, grows out beautifully, and lasts forever without getting brassy. I'm pretty low-maintenance, and somehow my hair still looks put together months later because of her work. Her haircuts are also super clean, and she's actually the one who got me into curtain byayangs and I've stuck with them ever since. What I appreciate most is how much she cares about doing things the right way. When I decided to go back to my natural color, she didn't rush it or take shortcuts. She slowly transitioned me over time and kept my hair healthy through every stage. I live in Los Angeles now and will literally fly home just to see her, that's how good she is! After 11 years, she's more than just my hairstylist, she's someone I trust completely. Highly recommend!

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