I never leave reviews, but I had to for Kelsey…read more My hair had been through a lot: old highlights, past color correction, color buildup, banding, and so many different shades throughout. I had been turned away before, and I had also gone to stylists who took me on but clearly did not really know how to handle color correction. So I was nervous to trust someone again. Kelsey was completely different from the beginning. Even before my appointment, she asked for photos, looked at my inspo, explained what would be realistic, gave me a clear estimate, and actually walked me through the plan. She was honest but never made me feel discouraged or like my hair was too much work. During the appointment, she knew exactly what she was doing. She did a color remover, high-lift color, toner, and haircut with no bleach, and got me so close to what I wanted, honestly even better. She also fixed my layers, and I didn't realize how much they needed help until she did them. Her mom was there too and was so sweet. The whole appointment had such good energy, and they made me feel really comfortable. My mom loved my hair so much that Kelsey ended up doing hers too the same day, even after everything she had already done for me. If you've had bad hair experiences, been turned away, or are nervous about color correction, go to Kelsey. She is talented, honest, patient, and really knows what she's doing. She deserves so much more recognition.

Been having my haircut done for years by Hope . She is amazing and very happy with her services . I…read morerefer my family and friends to her and her shop

AMAZING!!!!!!!! Every time I go to get my hair done Sarah does a wonderful job, she works really…read morehard and creates great conversation. I had a friend do my hair one time and of course it was a horrific mistake which then I needed Sarah to fix and of course she fixed it and made sure that I understood how and why my hair was so damaged. She got it back to healthy hair!!! So grateful for her and her wonderful work! Both my daughters love Sarah they have been getting their hair cut and now colored for about 6 years. Amazing every time! We highly recommend Sarah for all hair needs and must have colors! My little one just had her hair done a couple months ago with Sarah, beautiful cut she was so happy. I did a Brazilian blowout about 1 1/2 months ago. Looks good feel good!

I am SO happy to have found Sarah. I was previously seeing a stylist that not only totally damaged…read moremy hair but didn't seem to understand color. Immediately, Sarah knew exactly how to approach my hair in terms of color and explained exactly what she was going to do thoroughly. She uses the color line that I love and is super fast. She's also extremely accommodating and got me in last minute in time for my anniversary. Thank you so much!!!!

Olivia is THE BEST!!! After years of destroying my hair with other stylists, I went to Olivia at…read moreSix Degrees Salon and absolutely LOVE the results. She spent 25 minutes with me going through photos and talking about my past experiences to ensure I was totally comfortable. I cannot stress enough how damaged and sad my head of hair looked. She brought my hair (& me) back to life. Not only is she extremely talented, she is lovely and a joy to be with for the hours spent in a hair salon chair. I highly HIGHLY recommend her. I will be a forever client of hers.

Love Olivia's work! I get compliments constantly from people not in the hair industry as well as in…read morethe hair industry. She really does care about your hair and is so good at what she does. Glad to have finally found someone in the South Bay with great pricing and talent!

It was my first time getting my hair cut by Chelsea and she did an amazing job! I really…read moreappreciated her taking the time to understand exactly what kind of cut I was going for, aligning with me on expectations and educating me on how to improve the health of my hair. She was also very sweet, friendly and easy to talk to. I love how my hair came out and it feels so much healthier and easier to style! I'm so glad to have found a hairstylist who really knows how to work with my thicker, coarser hair texture. She is the best!

Chelsea is the best! I have very fine, thinning hair and she worked magic on it…read more To be honest, this was the best cut I've ever had.

This review is for Brooke Congalves:…read more I'm new to the area and had been searching for a new hairstylist, which can honestly be nerve-racking when you've been searching from someone you can trust with your hair for years. I don't have access to social media, so I ended up finding Brooke through Yelp and I am SO happy I did! I reached out to her by text and she responded almost immediately. Before my appointment, I sent her a photo of my current hair along with a few inspiration pictures of what I was hoping to achieve. Right from the beginning, communication was easy and I felt like she understood what I was looking for. The salon itself is adorable clean, welcoming, and has a really cute modern feel. When I met Brooke, she took the time to actually look at my hair and talk with me about my goals. One of the most important things to me is keeping my hair healthy because I'm trying to grow it long which has taken some time. She was very upfront that getting exactly where I ultimately want to be would be a process, and I REALLY appreciated that instead of trying to do too much in one appointment. She respected the integrity and health of my hair while still getting me incredibly close to my inspiration photos. Brooke was also just genuinely nice and easy to talk to. The entire appointment was comfortable, relax and I was in and out in about three hours, which was another huge plus. She's also only about a 15-minute drive from my house, so finding someone this close who I actually trust with my hair feels like hitting the jackpot! Her pricing was very affordable, but to be completely honest, the quality of her work was beyond! If you're looking for someone who listens to what you want, is realistic about the process, cares about maintaining the health and integrity of your hair, and can actually deliver what you show her in an inspiration photo, go see Brooke. So happy I found MY new stylist. 10/10. Absolutely recommend!

I can't say enough good things about Charlene and Launa!…read more I was attending a wedding at a Temecula winery and wanted to be done up for the occasion. Charlene handled my hair and Launa did my makeup, and together they nailed it. Charlene guided me on adding curl but not too much volume. I was very happy with the result. Launa's makeup was equally awesome. She made me feel put together without my makeup being heavy or overdone. It held up beautifully through a long evening and I received a lot of compliments. Both ladies were professional, warm, attentive, and invested in making sure I loved the final result. They listened to what I wanted and delivered just that. I left feeling confident, beautiful, and ready for a gorgeous wedding. I would absolutely book Charlene and Launa again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for hair and makeup artists who are talented, professional, and a pleasure to work with. Thank you both for helping make the weekend so special!

It's been YEARS since I've had a haircut. That being the case, I've been reluctant to venture out…read moreand discover a hair dresser who would be able to achieve the look that I've been dreaming of. My Pinterest board is filled with Joan Jett, shag, and 80's rocker looks. I've been holding out because I didn't think anyone could pull it off for me (especially knowing my hair was uneven, as well as extremely dead from bleaching it.) I really believe this was a "wild card" experience. My favorite coffee shop is directly next door to The ASTUTIA SALON. After enjoying my delicious dirty chai latte with a double shot of espresso, I reluctantly wandered into the salon nervously asking if they were able achieve the perfect look. Janice was extremely confident as she explained that she could do exactly what I was dreaming of! My desire was to walk out looking like a rock star... and Janice made that happen! She proved that there are still expert stylists who know how to make their client feel and look funky and beautiful at the same time! My kids, friends, and husband all love my new look! Thank You Janice for your service!

Update review on Astutia Salon! I love it here still and all the hairstylists are so talented. I've…read morebeen seeing Danelle to do my hair now and she does a phenomenal job at color, cut, and style. When she washes your hair too it's like a nice message and you melt away in the bowl. If you're wanting fun red colors I'd recommend Jen and Danelle! You need to make sure to book ahead though because they are always booked for at least a month out.

Britney W. Took as in as a walk in and we couldn't have been more happy to have booked with her…read more She was super sweet with my daughter's and listened to what was wanting. Britney did such a good job styling my daughter's hair that she walked out excited to show all her friends and family ! The glitter on her hair was the cherry on top it made her feel beautiful ! We will definitely be back for her back to school haircut ‍

I went to this salon based on a recommendation and booked with Ashley P. Unfortunately, I left…read moreextremely disappointed with both the result and how the situation was handled. My service was fairly straightforward: an all-over brown color with a red/copper undertone and a trim. I specifically explained that I wanted a copper undertone rather than a purple-toned red. There were no highlights or foils. After the first color application and wash, Ashley apparently noticed an issue before I had even seen my hair and began correcting it. Once she dried a section, I was finally able to see the color myself, and my roots were noticeably bright/glowing red. She mentioned that the salon lighting was making it appear worse and took me outside to look at it. For context, my appointment started on time at 2:30 PM, and it was after 5:30 PM before I was able to see the color for the first time. At that point, I had already been there for three hours for an all-over color and trim and needed to get home to my kids. Ashley offered to continue color correcting it, but because of the time, we agreed she would adjust the roots and I would leave with wet hair. I went back to the bowl for another application, my hair was washed and towel dried, and I paid and left. Once I got home and dried my hair, my roots were still very bright red. The photos attached to this review were taken after I got home. What made the experience especially frustrating was the $400 total: $275 for the all-over color and $125 for the trim. I messaged Ashley afterward to explain that I was unhappy with the result and asked whether any of the additional attempts to correct the color had been included in what I was charged. She explained the pricing and offered for me to return so she could attempt another color correction free of charge. I was also told there would be no full or partial refund. At that point, I declined. After spending $275 specifically on an all-over color, sitting in the salon for more than three hours, and already having multiple attempts made to correct it, I prefer to return to the stylist that I know will get it right and save myself the time and further disappointment. I understand that hair color doesn't always turn out perfectly on the first application. I've had that happen at my usual salon. The difference, for me, is how it's handled afterward. In those instances, the issue was corrected quickly and successfully. I don't expect perfection every time, but at this price point, I do expect the finished result to reasonably resemble what was discussed--or for there to be a meaningful resolution when it doesn't. A few additional observations about the salon itself: it was extremely loud, to the point that having a conversation with my stylist was difficult. While I was there, another stylist had food delivered and appeared visibly irritated with the delivery driver because utensils weren't included, walking away shaking her head. I found that interaction uncomfortable and unprofessional to witness. My back also became soaked while I was at the shampoo bowl, and Ashley mentioned that this happens frequently because of the chairs they have. I do want to give credit where it's due: the salon was kept clean, and I repeatedly saw stylists cleaning not only their own stations but helping clean one another's as well. There seemed to be good teamwork in that regard. Unfortunately, cleanliness doesn't outweigh leaving after more than three hours, paying $400 for an all-over color and trim, and still having to go elsewhere to have the color corrected. I won't be returning and will be going back to my stylist at another salon. Lesson learned.

I cannot recommend Christine Duran enough! She is truly amazing at what she does--especially with…read moreblonde hair. Every time I leave her chair, my hair feels incredibly smooth, healthy, and exactly the shade I was hoping for. She uses high-end products that really make a difference! The salon itself is just as impressive--it's so pretty, clean, and thoughtfully organized. The whole vibe is relaxing and welcoming, and you can tell they care about every detail. If you're looking for a talented stylist who specializes in blonde and a beautiful space to match, Christine is your girl!

I was hoping for a positive experience at Salon MK with Giselle Q, but I left very disappointed…read more The photos clearly speak for themselves but here's what happened-- When I first reached out to Salon MK in June, I was connected with Giselle and specifically requested a light brown, neutral balayage. We booked a balayage ($280) and a haircut ($85). I sent photos of my hair and several reference photos. During the appointment, she explained that balayage is essentially highlights, which made me a bit nervous, as I understand it to be more of a blended, ombré-style look. Still, I trusted her professional judgment. Unfortunately, the final result looked nothing like my reference photos..... The highlights leaned much more yellow and brown rather than the neutral tones I had requested, and they were also uneven, with some highlight sections noticeably thicker than others. The haircut itself was uneven, and the top layers were longer than the bottom section. She offered to fix it, which I appreciated, but by that point I already felt uneasy. I decided to give her a second chance since she was willing to fix the uneven haircut, so I went back in October for an all-over color before an important work event. I was very clear and specific about what I wanted and provided several reference photos beforehand- a dark, natural brown with subtle purple/reddish undertones. I explicitly asked to avoid black, copper, blonde, vivid red or purple tones, and NO highlights. We discussed this thoroughly, and I even said that if there was any hesitation, I'd prefer to play it safe with a darker brown balayage instead. Giselle reassured me she could achieve the color....... Unfortunately, the result was again nothing close to what I requested. My hair turned out coppery brown/red and still showed highlights, which I had specifically asked to avoid. I felt embarrassed going to my event with it. When I reached out the next day with photos, I was told that the custom conditioner I purchased should temporarily fix the issue. This was frustrating, as a conditioner with very minimal pigmentation shouldn't be relied on to correct a $165 color service, especially after I left a 20+% tip out of kindness. Overall, the results did not align at all with what we discussed or the reference photos I provided. My concerns weren't resolved, and I ultimately had to attempt to fix my hair myself before the event. Everyone's experience is different, but I wanted to share mine so others can make the decision that feels right for them and choose a stylist they feel 1000% confident with.