I bought this haircut through Groupon. Here are the things I liked: the salon is very clean and inviting, the swing outside is also amazing. What I didn't like is that after rescheduling with me 3 times, I came at 12 pm, as scheduled, and Misty was in the middle of applying color to another woman. So I had to wait. Also, the advertised "scull massage" wasn't really a massage. She simply applied a conditioner on my hair and said it was a massage. And lastly, I am not really thrilled with the cut. It's ok, I can live with it, but I don't feel it truly brought my curls out. read more

I, like others found Misty through Groupon. And I'm so glad I did!! I have had trouble finding a stylist since moving down to San Diego (which is probably why I waited two years between cuts haha). I couldn't be any happier with the way it turned out. I love that she listens to what you want, and asks questions. After our discussion, I felt confident enough to let her cut over 12 inches off! Ack!! My style is pretty low maintenance, but she was more than happy to give me some tips on how to curl my hair, and even suggested a good styling tool. I will definitely be coming back! read more

My first time here n I LOVED it! Misty did a fantastic job with my hair. I have already told at least 10 others to go to her! My hair feels absolutely wonderful n I actually got 3 compliments on it last night! She just opened this darling little salon n it really has a great boutique homey atmosphere. I felt relaxed n comfortable the minute I walked in! I could really appreciate her 10+ years of experience when she knew exactly how to cut n highlight my fine hair. 100% a class act! read more

I'm such a happy camper. I have passed by Blu August many times before and I've thought it looked super cute. I purchased a Groupon and figured I'd give it a try. I called once and Misty got back to me right away. Misty is always booked so be prepared to wait two weeks for your appointment but believe its worth the wait. I love my hair and it looks shiny and silky like one of those Pantene commercials. read more

This is such a great little salon. Misty really knows what she's doing! I had such a mess to work with, and she totally fixed it! She even gave my sister a free consult on her crazy situation! Misty is also super chill, down to earth and hospitable. She gave us some hot coffee and also some great happy hour leads for sushi! I'll definitely be back for my next trim. Love Blu August!! read more

This is the truth all you women out there! I moved here 2 years ago and have gone to the finest salons. I'm not going to go into the horror stories as it would take me a year, but suffice it to say I was on the verge of coloring and cutting my own hair from Ytube videos when a groupon popped up on my email. I thought.....how much worse could it get for them to straighten out the mess from the salon before so I set up an appt. with Kathleen. Seriously, I was going in for a trim and I was out of there!!! BUT.......I stayed for 2 hours having it conditioned, cut and colored. This was the first week in May. I have waited to write a review because I wanted to see how my hair reacted for a few weeks. My hair is GORGEOUS!!!! Kathleen is brilliant!! I have very fine hair and I looked like I had come out of an electrical storm even tho I have every product in the world. She explained why my hair was looking like it was (semi-permanent hair color vs. permanent hair color on fine hair). What a lesson! She was so full of information I asked if she had time to condition and color and she took the time. I am a brunette and I finally got a brilliant shade of brunette this time with no red in it!!!! The cut is so precise that, honestly, I don't have to do a thing to my hair for days!!! The products she uses are so different from any other salon and believe me, girls, there was no pressure to purchase at all. Misty was also in on the color and that is so nice that they work together to make sure you are happy and......this time I got a real blowout from Kathleen. I could have gone to a party right afterwards!! They both told me there was no way I was going to walk out of their salon unhappy and I didn't! I have been receiving so many compliments from everyone. With Kathleen by my side, I will never have a bad hair day again!!! Sandra read more

I had my hair cut by Misty and was very impressed. She took her time and made sure it was exactly what I wanted. She did a fantastic job, I would definitely recommend her to anyone. read more

Misty knows her stuff when it comes to the hottest trends in hair - I wanted a classic look for my long locks and she showed me how easy it was to convert that classic look into something chic and fun without sacrificing length (or color for that matter). Excellent service and a down-to-earth attitude makes coming to Misty for haircare a treat. read more

Hey guys, get the highlight and cut and the girls will not stop leaving you alone, just go one and I'm beating them off like flies

What can I say except that Misty is awesome. I just had my second baby and my hair was a dried out desert and she got it looking healthy in no time. I had originally gone in wanting highlights, but she took one look at my hair and was like you need a Keratin treatment!! So I took her professional opinion, held off on the highlights, and got the Keratin treatment that I had purchased off Groupon...my hair never looked better. Her color technique is spot on and she has to be one of the best colorists I have ever been to. I also love coming to her because she makes it a fun,relaxing environment and I feel like there is no BS product pushing. I live in the neighborhood so my whole family has come to know Misty and she has now started doing my daughter's hair. MISTY...you are AWESOME!!!!! XO read more

I can't believe there aren't scores of reviews for Misty, because she does a great job with extensions, and people should know about her. She kept me in gorgeous full hair for about three years when I stopped using them. She works fast, and she is affordable. It is always a good experience to be in her chair. read more

I have been seeing Misty since she first opened her salon and I LOVE her. Not only is she very kind and knowledgeable about hair, she does a fantastic job at shampooing/conditioning, cutting, and styling my hair. I have seen her for numerous services from keratin treatments to a cut and style. She is always kind and always does my hair the EXACT way I like it. She is honestly the best! Highly recommend her! read more

I have been getting my hair done by Cheryl for years and am always happy with the results. She is currently helping to fix a bad box dye job and I am so thankful for her guidance and wisdom! My hair is extremely thick and difficult and has always been an issue figuring out the best lengths and styles. Highly recommend Cheryl for a great conversation and a great experience. read more

Misty did a great job taking my lion mane of a head and making it behave with a keratin treatment. Even though I had just had my hair cut and colored she re-cut the hair now that it lays differently. It is not stick straight, still has some wave. The keratin treatment lasted 3 months! I'm booking another appointment now. Misty is also very responsible, she returns calls promptly and does what it takes to ensure her clients are 100% satisfied. read more

This place is awesome! I moved to the San Diego area about a year ago, and I've been coming to Blu August ever since. Misty is very attentive and fun to talk to, and I'm always happy with how my hair looks. Very fair pricing as well, and there's almost always something good to drink in the fridge. Highly recommended! read more

So glad I found Misty! I have long curly hair and am all too familiar with bad hair cuts. On my first visit she listened to my concerns with my layers and knew exactly what to do. My hair looks great when I leave the salon and continues through to my next appointment. The woman knows what she is doing. Misty is warm and welcoming. She is easy to talk to and wants you to have a great experience. I highly recommend her to others. read more

My first time here was a great experience. Misty's shop is very cute and very homey. She starts off by offereing you a beverage which i thought was very nice. I was very nervous about doing anything with my hair because it is very long and im not use to change. Misty was very understanding and explained everything she did before she did it. I loved how it came out. it wasnt a dramtic change but it was something i was very happy with :) read more

I don't normally write reviews but I had my last appointment with Misty today. I am moving and I am so saddened to leave her! She has been the best hair stylist I have had in many years. She knows what my hair needs and always talks me through what she is doing. My first appointment she talked to me about what would be best because I have 'special' hair (my words not hers). I have curly hair with like 5 different types of curls, it is thin and fine and very blond with grey, which is more like a white. In other words I got a lot goin' on here. She took the time on the very first appointment to get my history and what I am looking for. She knows her stuff and her prices are more then reasonable. I recommend her and will miss her dearly. I am hopeful that I will be able to have my hair done by her when I come back in September for a wedding. read more

I've been going to Misty for about a year now and I can't recommend her enough! She is amazing! I have really fine, thin hair and have struggled with it for at least 20 years. I've never been as happy with my hair as I have been since finding her! She's very consistent, very talented and experienced, and her prices are reasonable. Her new salon is really well designed and has a nice, comfortable spa feel. On top of everything, she's just a good person. Even though I only see her once a month or so, she always remembers what's going on in my life. If you live in North County she's THE stylist to go to! read more

I have been to Blu August Salon about 3 times now and have had a great experience each time. I was very surprised when I walked inside for the first with how nice it was. They did a great job decorating it and giving it a comfortable and classy feel. Luckily I have gone on workday afternoons so there hasn't really been a wait, but there is a large stack of magazines and water to keep you busy while waiting. Misty, the owner, is very friendly and listens to exactly what you want as far as your haircut; she is not pushy with ideas and puts your needs/wants first. I will continue going back to Blu August Salon and would recommend it to friends, family and fellow Yelpers needing a cut or other salon services! read more

I was looking for a new stylist right before Christmas and Blu August was able to fit me in their schedule with Kathleen and I'm so glad they did. Kathleen listen to the style I was looking for and make recommendations on how to get the look I want. Kathleen is very friendly and easy to talk to and a perfectionist with the scissors. I love my hair and I have seen her a few times now and I'm totally confident she will give me a great cut. I have had no trouble getting in contact with her and making appoinments and my hair looks great! I love it! read more

I purchased a Groupon to try Blu August Salon for the first time. I called and scheduled an 8:00 am appointment for 3 weeks later. I arrived shortly before my appointment time and found the salon closed. I waited until around 8:10 to call the owner, Misty. She called me right back and told me that she thought I sent a text to cancel the day prior. I did not cancel, of course, and can only assume that she confused myself and another client. Misty apologized for the mistake, which I appreciated, but I was very disappointed to have wasted my time and to not have a haircut. Misty said, "this never happens," which doesn't do much to make up for the fact that it DID happen on this occasion. read more

Misty is an amazing hair stylist, I found her over groupon and refuse to go to any other hair stylist afterwards. She's very talented and professional which are two qualities I look for in hair stylists, I definitely will be coming back afterwards and highly recommend her. She makes you feel very comfortable the minute you walk in. I have no complaints! read more

Today I made appointment with Teresa Koecher to get a make over. It has been 8 months since I got my hair done. Needless to say there was a lot of work to be done. Teresa met the challenge and today I have a whole new look for fall. The salon is so cute and quaint. Thanks to Teresa today I have a new look that I love. read more

I came here on a Groupon deal--I was suppose to see Misty but since she was booked I had the pleasure of having Erin do my hair. The salon is fairly small but super cute! I loved the little sitting area and the decor. They offered beverages as well which is cool. I came in for a wash, cut, and style and Erin did a great job on my hair. She asked me tons of questions to get a better idea of what I wanted. She didn't get scissor happy or anything, I know that's always a big concern. She did a beautiful blow dry and left me feeling brand new. I highly recommend this salon and Erin! read more

I purchased a Groupon for a haircut and had an appointment with Lindsey. I've been moving around from stylist to stylist since moving here, but now I've found my go-to! Lindsey was great. The salon is adorable -- a cute little cottage on the 101. Lindsey listened to how I style my hair, and cut it to match what I wanted. Really nice ladies there at Blu August, and I would definitely recommend. read more

Misty has cut my hair 3 times in the last 5 months- she is great! listens to what I want and never takes off too much. She is always on time and gr8 about returning calls. I love the salons calming colors and cool music read more

I have been getting my hair done by Marisa for a couple of years now and I always love my results. She's very open and understanding to what you would like to have done! Always asks throughout the appointment your take on what she's doing. Her techniques are great as his her conversation. Highly recommend coming in and making an appointment to see her. read more

Love this place! It is so clean and very modern but cozy! Misty is the best!

Very cute salon, nicely decorated. Hair cut and color would be a B plus rating, I had a problem with a package of services I purchased which was supposed to include a scalp massage, but did not get an adequate hair wash nor a scalp massage. She did call me though and let me know she was aware of my concern and was very nice. So I'm upgrading my review from a 3 to a 4 star. read more

I just had my hair cut and colored by Kathleen. She is very professional and had expert advice on how to fix the color problems I had. I thought I was going in for a partial highlight, but she took the time to make sure I was getting the best solutions for my hair. I'm looking forward to going back in a couple of months for a touch up. I'm so thankful I bought the Living Social deal and was able to find a great hairstylist in Kathleen. I really love my new cut and style. Thank you Kathleen!! The shop is friendly, comfortable and overall a nice place to hang out for a while. read more

Amazing salon! Jamie B does my hair and I have followed her from place to place because she is incredible. She recently did a total make over on me by cutting 11 inches and putting in low lights. I had been thinking about a change like this for over a year, but Jamie gave me the courage to take the step. 2014 is off to a great start for me with this fun, new look. Blu August is the PERFECT salon! It's intimate and eclectic! Such a fun place to spend time at! The other stylists were also adorable and extremely welcoming! I highly recommend Blu August! read more

I am a huge stickler about my hair. I moved to SD from the SB area and was making the 4 hour drive every 6 weeks to get my hair done but it was taking a toll on my wallet! I decided to take a chance after reading all of the positive reviews and came here on a groupon. I really liked my hair after the first visit (and received many compliments) so I booked another appointment with Lauren. I went in again and wanted a bit more of a change and wanted to go very blonde. Lauren was great and talked to me about price, process, and what would work best for my hair. I absolutely love it and I am very happy. I have seen other customers that Lauren does with blonde hair, and I think it all looks fantastic. read more

Misty...THANK YOU!!!! what could I say...she just saved my hair..I have moved from LA a little over a year ago and was having a very hard time finding a good salon around SD. My hair was a mess...Misty was just awesome. Her salon is too cute...very well decorated..small and adorable! Misty made me feel super confortable, we started talking and felt like I knew her forever! My hair looks amazing and I'm so happy to have found this place. PS. I had a Groupon deal and was treated as a regular customer! My appt was scheduled with in the same week I called and I was treated very well! Misty is awesome! read more

We've been searching for a person who could manage my son's huge head of hair for years. Misty finally conquered it. We will be back!

Erin at Blu August just rescued my hair from a very terrible highlighting job done at a beauty school (I know- what was I thinking!!) Not only did she fix the problem, but she gave me an absolutely gorgeous haircut and highlights....and not only that... since I was freaking out and could not be seen in public- she was able to come in on short notice and saved the day! She is super nice and friendly, the salon is adorable and I am definitely, for sure, going to be a return customer!! read more

LOVE this place! We are new in town and I tried Blu August with a Groupon. Lindsey did wonders for my thick, curly, grayling hair! She is so sweet and really good with naturally curly hair as well as color. I can't wait to go back. I know I will be well taken care of. Beautiful salon with a great little garden area in back :) read more

Followed my hair stylist Marissa there when she moved salons. Absolutely adore this salon, very cozy and you feel welcome as soon as you walk in. Marissa is one of the nicest/outgoing stylists I have ever met, I have been going to her for a few years and I will continue to go to her! She listens to you and takes the time to cut/color your hair exactly how you want it. I am always so pleased with my hair when she is done! She is truly the best. I definitely would recommend her to anyone! read more

Went to get a cut & highlights. I was suppose to see Misty, but wound up with someone else that works there. She did a terrible job on my highlights. I usually am unsure about my color/cuts when I leave a salon but love it by the time I get home. So when I wasn't feeling it when I left I faked a smile. It never got better with time - I got home to realize what a terrible job she did. A lot of people couldn't even tell I got highlights she put so few in! and my greys were still noticeable. She even up charged me to add highlights on the side - who gets partial highlights only on the top of their head? I've always had them put some on the sides too when i've paid for partial. Anyway, Misty seemed really nice and I'm sorry she didn't do my hair because I won't be back after this awful experience. read more

I discovered this gem about a year ago and I LOVE it here. The atmosphere is chic & cozy. Misty is funny, warm, knows what she is doing, and will answer all of your questions. She loves what she does and it shows. I brought in a picture of the hair color I wanted and she NAILED it. My husband use to never ever notice when I got my hair cut -- now he compliments me every time I come home from the Blu August. I always leave with a smile on my face. read more