I was so excited to get my hair done by Carlos just by looking at all the great reviews and before & after photos online ! We had set up a date for my hair appt over the phone. I went to his studio and sadly he told me he had to cancel and reschedule for another time. He was very genuine and apologetic and offered a free shampoo and discount for our new reschedule appt (Awesome by the way) unfortunately, I couldn't make it to the rescheduled appt due to work. Anyways, 3rd attempt and so so worth it!! (He did come through with the shampoo that he promised and the discount which was very nice of him) There is a seating area with a variety of magazines to look through and a flat screen that was playing the movie "White Chicks" lol SO, Carlos did an awesome job with my hair! I had dyed my hair jet black (I know I know, it's bad for my hair) about two months before I met with Carlos for my hair appointment and I had showed him a photo of something similar that I wanted and he did above and beyond! He knows what he is doing It's been three months now since that appointment with him, my hair grew out a little and I just still love it. I posted a recent photo 100% recommend to check out his website and Facebook read more

Carlos Gonzalez Hair Studio - I had dyed my hair jet black 2m before I met w/Carlos for my appt & he did a fabulous job! It's been 3m now & still happy! (recent pic) - Hair Salons Near Me - McAllen, Texas

Terrible experience!! very unprofessional, cursing and bad language in all his conversation talking about other clients and people in general. He left me there while he was working with me to go do some errands (around one hour) with my hair wet,, after an hour I called him to see if he was coming and he replied to me in a very rude way. I waited for him to get there and left some money in the chair for his unprofessional and undone service and started walking outside, he followed me calling me and when he knew I wasn't coming back he started cursing and telling me "what kind of christian you are", I didn't speak one word. He is hyper, looks very anxious and I don't know what kind of disorder. terrible experience! read more

Carlos is great at color. That is a fact. However, we booked with him a month in advance for my best friends bridal shower hairstyle, and sent him a picture of what she wanted. We get there at our scheduled time to find him with 2 other guests. He triple booked us. He had no capes and no towels. Very unorganized, unprofessional, and unprepared. To top it off he was conducting personal business on his phone and asked to use our phones to conduct more personal business (house renovations/prescription refills). It's disappointing as we have gone to him in the past with no problems, but we assume the way he conducts business has now changed. read more

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The reviews that you read about Carlos are true, he is a very professional person and goes above and beyond BUT, BUT - only if you are a CAUCASIAN WOMAN. He does not care about his NON-CAUCASIAN clients, at all! My sisters experience was horrible since she stepped inside his business - he was not polite at all and during the whole process he messed up her hair, and blamed it on her stating: "because you're Mexican". Upon giving him a call to explain what he had done wrong he said - and I quote "I don't give a shit, it's the valley either ways". I can tell Carlos has a huge ego because he says he does some work in Beverly Hills and other places, but that doesn't mean you should disparage the area where you are currently in. Carlos you should be ashamed of your self, not because you are trying to grow your business, but because you deny your roots and the people who try to support you. You work for the people, all your customers should be your priority not just one ethnic group. I have several businesses in Chicago as well as Puerto Vallarta, my customers are from all backgrounds of ethnicities and I have never mistreated one, or have had a personal preference over the other. I treat all my customers just how I would like to be treated or a family member to be treated, with respect and joy. I invite you to contact me and visit my businesses just so you can see how customers should be treated. Oh and also Carlos, I travel around the world, have met highly influential figures like politicians, millionaires - even billionaires and yet I remain humble and never forget where I CAME from and that's what's helped me to be where I am now and has kept my doors open to all. I am not one to write long reviews or bad ones because it's not in my nature, however I decided to do this because I know there's other girls who have had either a similar experience or an experience just as bad. read more

Carlos was able to squeeze me in after calling for an appointment the next day! Hw listened to what I wanted and was very affordable even though his work is superb!! So happy with my hair! Thank you!!!! read more

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wasn't a fan...aggressive and very defensive when i wasn't satisfied and started accusing me of not wanting to pay. he did apologize and wanted to fix it but after all that i wasn't interested. read more

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I LOVE Carlos! I have been going to him for 10+years. My mom is also a faithful customer and so are my other family members. I have never left with damaged hair or something that I do not like. He is honest and is a blast to be around. I have been everything from blonde to black, long and short. I can not imagine getting my hair done by anyone else! 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

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I have been going to Carlos's hair salon for over two years now. I admire his work ethic, honesty, patience and skills. His talent and natural ability ceases to amaze me. He has elevated the color, style and over all health of my hair. He is truly an innovator and a hair guru. read more

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Carlos is amazing! I love the way he cuts and styles my hair. Not only is he great with hair, but he has a keen eye for what style will compliment my features. He is very pleasant to be around and has a great energy about him. I come down from San Antonio to get my hair done by Carlos won't trust anyone else. read more

I have called the number on his website(9566557225) 3 times in 11 days with no answer or returned phone call. I left 2 messages trying to make an appointment. Moving on to someone else. I was looking forward to seeing this man based on his reviews and balayage knowledge. :( read more

Kind of disappointed (that's an understatement) that I never got to experience his work that everyone has been raving about. Being that it's by appointment only, we agreed to a time but it was never followed up. It was postponed THREE times, either due to an excuse that a client scheduled before me arrived late, he was booked or busy, or he went out doing something else. I thought third time would be a charm, and I was offered a 50% discount for that third re-schedule, but I was let down. That is very unprofessional that he does not follow his own time. I was really looking forward to the experience, even arrived early, only to be told "Can we push it to __ o'clock? Can we push it to ___ day?" It's a waste of gas, time, and effort to re-arrange my day based on his schedule. If you decide to schedule an appointment with this salon, call an hour in advance to make sure you're still on. read more

Carlos is a lifesaver. I found someone on Instagram to do my hair...she charged $350 and ruined it. I found Carlos from a friend the next day and he FIXED what she had done. His prices are so reasonable, I honestly can't believe someone so good charges what he does but he always reminds his clients it's not about the money and that's what I love about him. He cares about your hair and will do what he can to achieve your hair goals!!! I always leave the salon feeling like a million bucks. I also got bored during quarantine and dyed my hair pink and he got it back to blonde in ONE SESSION! Love Carlos and will always recommend. read more

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Carlos is an amazing hair dresser! He took the time to address my hair concerns and did a phenomenal job! I was very please with the results! Thank you! read more

I LOVE Carlos. He's so sweet and accommodating! We've become great friends since he's started doing my hair and I look forward to my appointments. He's Trained in Balayage and does a beautiful job! I'm platinum blonde and he keeps it beautiful and healthy looking! Also dyed my hair extensions to match my hair perfectly! 10/10 recommend. read more

Carlos Gonzalez Hair Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - McAllen, Texas

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Got a wash, cut, and blow dry with Carlos and he did EXACTLY what I asked of him! I brought pictures for inspiration so that I could get a certain look because I felt like my hair look very limp and needed more body. We had a great conversation and I left the salon feeling like a brand new woman! :) read more

i've gone to carlos multiple times for my highlights and he never disappoints, i always love it and he always makes me feel so comfortable there, my hair always looks amazing and feels amazing!! Definitely would recommend! read more

I love Carlos so much! He's been doing my hair for years and I don't trust anyone else with my hair. He's very personable and always so excited to see his clients (at least with me). He's a genuinely nice, humble person. He has his own small salon which is so homey and welcoming. There's a couple areas to sit if you're taking a guest with you and a tv that's typically on as well. Not that you'll need it really; Carlos is so fun to talk to. Parking is always available in the parking lot as well. He is VERY fair when it comes to his prices. For a wash, cut and blow-dry, you pay $30. I've only ever cut my hair with him but I have seen his color work and it looks flawless. Check out his website for before and after pics. Since he works alone, he does only do by appointments only, so shoot him a text or give him a call. He's very flexible with scheduling and will work with you. I highly recommend Carlos. He's never let me down and I wait until I'm in the Valley to get my hair cut if I need to (I live in Sacramento now). 'til next time! :) read more

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Omg, don't wait to get your hair done with Carlos, best decision I ever made. I have thin hair and it is easily damaged, he gave me a treatment, haircut, and blow dry. He took my vague "this is what I want" and made magic and gave me more than I could have dreamed off. Love my hair! Thanks for giving me an amazing experience and having such a great friendly vibe. read more

have had hairstyles with the best stylist in Hong Kong, Germany, Miami, Los Angeles, and NEVER have i been turned down by prominent stylists, but it happened in mcallen, tx?? LOL. Took long to respond and they are Not taking new people due to having old customers and overwhelmed with their current customers. well, i guess bad luck for the people who just moved to this area. I would rather pay more, than wait for this. 90% of his pictures are from blond women, I guess i don't fit the profile either. read more

Honestly everyone raves about he does amazing hair & the blonde comes out great. It's bullshit. I spend about 180 begging for all blonde and left me looking like a clown , i asked . He gave my hair 3 or 4 different tones it is so embarrassing . All he ever does it y'all shit about all his clients when they leave . He is very rude and unprofessional tries to argue and give you attitude if you tell him you don't like his work. I've seen numerous clients of his have the same problem. I wish I never went here. He ruined my healthy hair now my hair is so messed up and I have grey, blonde, and dark blonde all over my hair . I went back to get it fixed and he just put bleach and told me that's all he can do because he would loose money and treated me like crap and talked down to me the whole time I was in there . He really should just stick to one client at a time . He work on 3 or 4 clients at once and is jumping around and never finishes one person within 4-5 hours. Don't waste your time or money . Do not let him disrespect you either . Just know the second you walk out he's talking about you and you can hear it from his window being open. And if you're wondering why you can't ever get an appointment he will see the number and say I'm not going to answer I don't want to do their hair or I'll reschedule this client because I don't feel like doing their hair. Everywhere I've gone everyone has asked who ruined you hair & I make sure to tell them Carlos . read more

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Carlos is amazing and hilarious! He's really knowledgeable on all things hair. My mom and I always come to him for our cuts and color. Best way to reach him is to call him! read more

I have now gone to Carlos for my balayage 3 times and I have never been disappointed. I had never colored my hair before going to him and he did such an amazing job with the color, the cut, the styling, he also washed and did a conditioning treatment and I was blown away by how affordable his prices are- with all his expertise and credentials he could charge way more. He spends roughly 4-5 hours on my hair each time, plus an additional couple hours to re tone my hair again and he's so patient with me. He has a hilarious personality and always keeps me entertained during those long hours. I don't know if I could trust anyone else with my hair like I trust him, he's never failed to amaze me. The quality of his work really shows, you can see in my pictures how the color held up as long as a year and a half (thanks to covid) without any treatment or touch ups or even purple shampoo it stayed blonde and as it grew out with my darker roots, it somehow still looked natural and almost ombré as it grew. I had him do my hair for my wedding and it came out gorgeous. So if you're questioning and hesitating on who to go to regarding your hair, you can look no further. Carlos is the best!!!! read more

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Called kind of last minute but Carlos was awesome enough to squeeze me in. He did an awesome job listening to my concerns and what I wanted. I showed him a couple of pictures to what I liked and gave him creative liberty. I couldn't be happier! I recommend him and have definitely found my valley stylist!!! read more

Awesome experience! Carlos is super personable and friendly, makes you feel welcome the moment you step inside. I loved my haircut!

I made an appointment 5 days in advance for my daughter and I for haircuts. We were super excited because he had great reviews and were having problems finding a good salon here in the valley. My daughter and I arrived 5 minutes before appt. As we were walking upstairs we could hear cussing and yelling. When we got upstairs Carlos came out and just stared and finally asked...what we needed. I told him we had 2 appts scheduled for 12pm. He had neglected to write us in the schedule. We had just drove 30 minutes to get there and he said we could try and come back at 4 which I declined because of dinner plans we had at 5. He then said he couldn't help us then and I told him we would have to find another salon and all he could say was OK. We went in being super excited but walked out so disappointed in the lack of customer service level. read more

Carlos has been doing my hair for years and he ceases to amaze me with all the cuts, styles, and color he brings to my hair. Even if it's your first time, haven't been in a while, or consistent client, Carlos will make you feel like you are life long friends with his humor and love of life! Extremely personable and couldn't recommend anyone else better at doing hair!! He will make your hair look fabulous always! Y'all need to check him out before he becomes famous!!!! read more

I'm disappointed. I have been extremely excited to get highlights for the past weeks and Carlos was the second person to cancel my hair appointment this week. We scheduled an appointment and when I get there on time he is still working on some else's hair and tells me he did not remember I had scheduled an appointment. I'm sure Carlos is good at his job but he is defiantly not responsible with keeping track of his appointments. I would not recommend him if you are looking for a profesional hair studio. read more

Unfortunately, I easily believe Maria & Diana's bad reviews. Don't be fooled by all the hype. I really wanted to like Carlos, but after getting my hair done with him a few times, I realized I he is not worth the hype at all and there is nothing extra special about this man. Is he talented? Possibly... but definitely nothing grand that is worth the unprofessionalism. #1 He works on 3-4 customers at once, causing you spend 4-6 hours at the salon for a basic cut & color. I don't know about you all, but I like my individual attention with a hairstylist who can get me in and out with within 2 hours or 3 hours maximum. I realized quickly that this is a pattern for him and I just don't have that kind of time. #2 He talks shit about his clients with other clients and thinks it's funny to do so. When the customer leaves, he'll say things like, "She's a bitch right?" - "Did you notice what she was wearing?" -- #3 He doesn't have water to offer his customers, but has asked customers to run next door and buy HIM a drink. I wasn't surprised when I read a review about him leaving a customer soaking in bleach so that he could go grab lunch for himself. All of these are facts that need to be known. Please do yourself a favor and find someone who will respect you, your time, and money. read more

Was in town for the weekend and decided to get my haircut and came across Carlos yelp page. I was super excited to get my hair done by him because of peoples reviews and their photos of his work. Carlos was able to squeeze me in and cut and style my hair the exact way I had asked. I couldn't have been happier with the result! He was a great conversationalist and was very informative when it came to cutting and styling my hair. 10/10 would visit again! read more

Carlos did an amazing job! He was able to schedule me the same day I called. I finally found my go-to hair stylist!

Loved my haircut so much! Everyone should trust Carlos with their hair because he did an amazing job! I will definitely come back again. He definitely knows what he's doing! read more

Finally, I found someone who I trust to handle my hair! Carlos was very accommodating and listened on what I asked for. Overall a wonderful experience, definitely will be back! read more

i wish this was a positive review since i tend to be a positive person but the experience i had with carlos was anything but pleasant. i had called a few days prior to my appointment to schedule an appointment at 3pm, i arrive 15min early just to settle in and as i walk in i am greeted with stares and was asked what i wanted, i had told him i had an appointment wanting silver hair(keep that in mind it's important) he then canceled on me, i was in kind of a rush to get my hair dyed so he scheduled me in for 7pm. i show up and he is still working on someone and didn't start on me until an hour in. i showed him what i wanted and he stated he could give me silver hair. he then starts to section my hair to bleach it, which he only bleached certain spots not my whole head like i asked he then proceeded to tell me "you don't know what you want i do" and continued to do whatever the hell he did to my hair. he left the bleach on my virgin hair for 4 HOURS completely frying my hair and left my hair every shade of brown and blonde you can think of. midway through he left the "studio" to go get something to eat, i thought no this has to be a joke right? nope. he sat and ate as my hair continued to fry. he then washed my hair and dried it with PAPER TOWELS. he then proceeded to cut not only my hair but my shirt as well (i didn't mention this previously but i had bleach all over my jeans as well) as he turned me around to see the final look, i was presented with YELLOW hair keep in mind i had asked for silver, come to find out he didn't even have the right toners for it, so i was quite confused on why he said he could execute my idea and came out with the most horrible hair imaginable. don't be fooled by the good reviews and don't make the same mistake i have DO YOUR RESEARCH and don't let a hair stylist tell you what you want is wrong and you have no clue what you want. read more

Carlos is a skilled colourist and hairdresser, and a lovely person, who takes the time to truly listen to what you want to achieve with your hair. I am a musical theatre performer so I'm very particular about what I want (so that my own hairstyle does not conflict with the characters I play on stage) and Carlos exceeded all my expectations. I was passing through McAllen for a couple of days whilst on a national tour with a show and I'm so glad I found him through Yelp. He did a full head of highlights and glazed the hair with an ash brown colour... and cut my hair as i wanted, all at a very reasonable price. I had work later in the evening and his time management helped so much with getting me there on time. He explained every step and was so efficient and organized. I am based in New York and Sydney, and Carlos is just as good as the hairdressers in those big cities! I wish i could continue to have him do my hair, McAllen must realize how lucky it is for having him! Thanks Carlos :) read more