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    Beach waves by Tara Kelsey
    Erin W.

    I love going to KinShoppe Salon! It's always a treat when I get my hair done, but when you spend the money you want both a great experience and a good haircut! I have been going to Tara, one of the owners off and on for a few years now. In the past year, I have only gone to her! She always asks what we're doing and she listens. Often times I want just a trim and to some hair stylists that still means cut off a couple inches. My length is NEVER compromised. The environment is relaxing and I LOVE all the plants in the salon. I've always received a friendly greeting and offered a refreshment. The pricing might be a little more expensive than other salons, but I've been to many and the lower cost compromises part of the experience in one way or another. Tara always gives the best shampoo and head massage (one of the best parts) on my opinion, and I walk out with my hair styled and looking fabulous. Other salons will then add on and charge more if you want a blow dry and your hair curled. I know I'm going to have the full experience, so I don't mind paying more $$. My style always lasts about a week (depending on the activity I do)!

    Caitlin R.

    I've never experienced a salon quite like KINshoppe and now that I have found KINshoppe, I never have to experience another salon! I booked with Roxy (Discovered her on IG) and not only do I love my new hair but I loved the entire salon experience. She provided a preference sheet prior to my appt and on that sheet I was able to choose what type of appt I preferred such as silent, energetic or relaxed. I was given the drink menu-- I chose the monthly drink and it was waiting for me upon my arrival. The preference sheet also asked if there were additional services I wanted to add in addition to my complimentary scalp massage!! From start to finish, I felt like I received royal treatment. The vibe was calm, the aesthetic is adorable and Roxy is kind, honest (and she listened to my wants!) I have already booked my next session!

    Hair by Khandyce Elkins

    I have been going to Khandyce Elkins at the Kinshoppe in Ventura since 2019. She has transformed my dark brown hair into the most beautiful blonde mixture that grows out naturally and seamlessly. I constantly get asked if this is my "real" color because she puts so much work into making it look natural. Khandyce creates a safe and relaxing environment that makes me look forward to each visit.

    Another perfect cut from Jordan!
    Sofia A.

    Ive been coming to Kinshoppe for years and I wont even try anywhere else. From hair to makeup to nails, it's my go to spot. Jordan is amazing and always so patient with my absolute indecisiveness! No matter what, I always leave with a haircut that makes me look and feel my best. Jordan is awesome! Tara has done some amazing color for my hair! She also came to the rescue the day of my wedding with very little notice. She fixed our emergency and completely saved the day! I recently started getting my nails done more often and let me tell you, Darcy is the best. I have tried a few places in the past when I was in a wedding or had a special occasion so I never paid much mind when the nails dulled after a few days from whatever misc nail place I'd previously picked out of a hat. For the past year or so I have been getting my nails done often and now I've learned what to look for. Now that Darcy does my nails, I understand how good quality nails should look and last! Cute designs and a huge array of colors, I wont go anywhere else for my nails ever again. You can get all your hair care products or even get a super cute pair of earrings! The salon is always super clean, organized and decorated beautifully. These ladies take extra care to keep everyone safe while keeping up the feel of relaxed pampered environment. I feel very luxurious when I step in and out of the salon! I leave happy everytime!

    Karen K.

    This Salon is very professional. It is very Clean and everyone makes you feel at Home. All the Girls are very Educated and are very Talented. This Salon is The Best for All yourself Care needs!! I love the atmosphere and the way the Salon is Decorated. From their Coffee, Snacks , Tea and all the other Drinks you will feel Loved from the moment you walk in until you leave. I totally recommend this Salon

    Jessica D.

    I had a facial with Chloe & it was AMAZING (Find her on insta: @chloemariescollection_ ) The salon is beautiful, very clean, everyone was welcoming! My facial was perfect, Chloe was very informative on everything she was doing with my skin. Even though there was a lot going on throughout the salon I couldn't hear anything in the room while getting my facial just the relaxing music! Will be booking more services - she's also the eyebrow queen & sells homemade products to take home like bath bombs! Must book with her if you want to be pampered!!!

    Root smudge, haircut, glaze, toner, hair treatments
    Shanelle A.

    LOVE Tara Kelsey Wellman at the KINshoppe! She's the absolute best! You will NOT regret going to her I am a natural (dirty) blonde with VERY fine hair and she's the only person I know that could get me to a super cute and funky copper red balayage and leave my hair in amazing condition. I have been every color imaginable but I've been opting for easy low maintenance looks. Yesterday I came in with some super uneven babylights I did on myself myself during quarantine and an awful home haircut and she worked some magic y'all and I couldn't be any happier with the results. All the girls in the salon are super sweet and extremely professional and make you feel very welcomed and comfortable. The salon is such a cool vibe and very laid back but chic! You won't regret coming to KINshoppe salon.

    Long whispy bangs by Jordan & demi-permanent colour
    Lynndee J.

    Love this spot! Out of all of the salons in Ventura County, I am thrilled to have been exposed to this one! I was referred by a dear friend, only to find out they were accepting the 2018 Axxess card! I am nine mos preggo and in desperate need of a colour & cut before the babe's arrival. I was so impressed by the space, customer service, promptness & pricing! This team definitely knows what they're doing and I am definitely planning on coming back!

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    Amazing salon with the BEST hairdressers. Tara is truly an artist and my hair not only looks great but it feels so healthy.

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    Wonderful location and great service! Enjoy my visits each and every time and love my hair!

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    I love this place so much, I drive 40 minutes from Moorpark regularly to get my hair and nails…read moredone. Kia is a Vivid Hair Specialist who has transformed my hair from its natural brown to teal, then pink with extensions, and now purple with a silver money piece! She's super sweet, and she's always been very realistic with me about what kind of maintenance certain colors or cuts need. (Despite how it may seem, I like low maintenance even though I still want fun colors.) For the time and service she provides, her rates are very reasonable. I've looked forward to every visit with her, and I feel like my self-confidence has grown not just because of my beautiful hair but also because of her positive and empowering outlook! Ariel is an amazing nail artist! I was never one to get my nails done regularly (low maintenance, like I wrote), but when I was getting my hair done, I'd see Kia's nails (always done by Ariel), and they were literally fantastic. So I gave it a whirl and got some fancy nails for a business trip. And then I asked for some fun nails for a wedding. The more I visited the salon, the more I enjoyed the ladies that worked there and the energy that I felt, and the more I wanted to come back. Now I come every 4 weeks for Ariel to do my nails. Each time I come with an idea or inspiration from Instagram, and Ariel makes magic. She's a true artist! I've never had her repeat a design in the nearly 2 years I've been going, and she's never once told me she wasn't capable of doing something I asked for. Even when I've arrived late (more often than I care to admit), she's been wonderfully kind and patient with me. Between these two wonderful ladies, I feel more beautiful and feminine than ever. I truly feel like they're my friends, and I'm so grateful to have found them and that I get to benefit from their expertise.

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