Worst walk in ever... Asked for 2 inches off in a long layer, and told her I wanted enough to twist up. With the first cut, she lopped off 4 in and held it up and asked, is this ok? When I said no, she said she would "fix" it and thought I would look good in a bob. I left, wet hair and all. read more

Tere (Teresa) has all that you would want in a hairdresser: she's talented, un-rushed, meticulous & charming. I go more often than I need to, because the experience is so relaxing. From the massage (eh, I mean hair-wash), to cut and color, I trust Tere's hands to work wonders. The shop itself is tastefully appointed, with a collection of interesting and unpretentious experts, who keep you engaged and entertained. It's located along with great restaurants, a bookstore, cafes, movie theaters, etc... where Japan-town, Pac Heights and the Fillmore Jazz District intertwine. Go see Tere, you won't be disappointed. read more

All I needed to was to tame my Brooke Shields brows and to have a quick wax. Lamis suggested that I tint my brows, something I had considered but was always intimidated by. I was always worried that I would end up with Michael Jackson eyebrows, but not so! For one, it took just a couple minutes for the color to set in. Lamis has a gentle confident touch that only comes with years experience doing this sort of thing. She first trimmed my brows to make them less rogue-like. Then applied color, wax, more shaping, plucking. When all was said and done, I had the most perfectly shaped not-too-noticeable brows. My friends noticed something different about me, but not one could put their finger on it. So an enthusiastic recommendation for Lamis and Citrine. read more

This is I think, my new favorite spot for having my hair done. I was impressed by the great customer service, tea, coffee, water or CHAMPAGNE! offered as you walk in. Secondly, HAPPY HOUR for blow dry/styling! Yes! Only $30!!! A must try! Alex, is super talented and in only 25 minutes I had a lovely blow dry stylish hair!!! I had lots of complements about my hair. Finally, they use really good products for your hair, like Moroccan oils, and stuff like that. So, that said, call them and make an appointment is preferred! I just become a regular customer! Amazing place. read more

Thanks to Amber I got the exact cut I wanted. The salon is very cute, personal, and comfortable :)

Still going to the great Mel (as in Melissa, ignore my previous Melanie comment, please) and quite frankly the idea of going anywhere else gives me hives. We just did an update - added some layers - as I age my fair curly hair is getting a bit thinner - and I couldn't be happier with the result. Actually, just being around this hilarious, upbeat woman makes me happy. ATTN: Burners!! She is super great at those intense blues/greens/purples/reds. She will tell you in honest terms what is possible and what upkeep will look like and what it might cost. I know for a fact she has loyal clients that love their funky stuff. Again, don't be intimidated by the Fillmore Street location of the salon. They definitely get their share of uber rich society ladies in there, but Mel is as down to earth and wonderful and funny and talented as they come. read more

Amber is the bomb!!!! She was amazing and very personable!! she got me the haircut that i wanted and knew how to work with my hair texture. i also colored my hair and she was kind enough to let me come in for a touch up when we didnt get the exact result that we wanted... its nice to meet someone who cares about the end result as much as you do!! read more

Citrine is the best salon in town! Renee is the best hair cut and stylist. I just got a cut and highlight last week to get ready for the holidays. Not only did she do an incredible job but gave me advice that we followed to give the highlights a better result than I originally thought. I love the cut and the highlights! They are so artfully done that people have only commented on how nice I look these days, not a comment about "did you do something to your hair," which is the most favorable result one would want. Additionally to being superior stylists in this salon, Renee supports local artists and designers with an array of very creative clothing, costume jewelry and accessories. Her selections are cutting edge and unique while giving exposure to small business artists and supporting her community. Come to Citrine and introduce yourself to unique and clever styles. And if you want purple or blue hair, they can do that too for you. read more

When your hair is unhappy and you need a little lift - GO SEE MEL! I absolutely LOVE her. The salon is always clean, friendly and you are sure to get a laugh from any of the other stylist! GO, GO, GO you are sure to be pleased with your results! read more

I am taken a back by how amazing, efficient and streamlined getting a brazilian was here. Lamis is the Miss to get your wax done. She was friendly, polite, F-A-S-T and did a professional job. The area and work station is tranquil, clean and well-equipped. Definitely coming back when I need a wax in SF read more

I have been going here for about a year and a half and I am soooooo happy to have found this place! I am even more happy to see that it gets such great yelp reviews from others!. Tere is definitely amazing! I first came here because I got a groupon and I've never been so pleasantly surprised. When I first walked in I was greeted as though I'd been coming for years and Tere offered me water, tea, coffee, and even champagne since it was around the holiday season and they had some goodies out for everyone. I am not a good small talk person with people I don't know, but Tere made me feel right at home. We chatted like old friends and even joked around with the other stylists. It's been like this every time I've come in and I always look forward to appointments. Not only do they make you feel welcome, but Tere really goes above and beyond for her clients. I used to have the worst work schedule when it came to trying to get a hair appointment, off at 5:30 or 6pm every night, and I have long thick hair. Not many stylists will take me so late in the evening because they know it will take hours especially for a cut and color or highlight job, but Tere was willing to work with me even with my schedule even when it meant not finishing until 8 or 9pm and we were the last in the shop. On top of that she offered to change anything I needed, even add more highlights if I wanted, FOR FREE, within two weeks of my original appointment. Needless to say I always tip her large even when she does complimentary work, but I was just blown away by that offer in the first place. She is helpful in finding products that work for your hair too, but doesn't push a sale, she'll even tell you if you don't really need to buy something, definitely a first in my salon experiences, usually they try to up sell you like crazy. I will definitely always go back to her for as long as I live in the city and highly recommend her to friends whenever I can. Although the salon is on a pricey side I think it's definitely worth it!!!! read more

I've been going to Citrine for five years, and every haircut I've gotten from Mel Campbell has been a work of pure genius! I've worn my hair at about the same length for years, but Mel somehow manages to make every cut look new and different. She's also great with color, and has helped me go red, black, blue, titanium, bleached, purple, pink... you name it, she's tried it! I love her daring approach, and I love even more that it always works out beautifully. I get compliments on the street several times a month - she's THAT good. Go see this girl, seriously. read more

OK. So it is time for me to address the "elephant in the review room" so to speak regarding Citrine Salon: Waxing. And I'm not talking about your eyebrows. I'm talking about below the belt, as in Bikini Waxing & Beyond! Though it was not my first time ever getting waxed "down under", Citrine IS the Salon that made me a believer, and I owe it all to the lovely LAMIS! While Lamis is known as an "Esthetician", I now see her as the "Brazilian Wax Whisperer" because she is simply THAT good at what she does. Her ability to make an uncomfortable and, frankly, painful endeavor - dare I say - a pleasant experience is nothing short of amazing. Seriously. During my first wax with her, I was inspired to hum a tune to numb the discomfort, and this second time Lemis was just able to distract me, if you will, with friendly banter - kinda like when you go to the doctor's office & get a booster shot! Of course, the fact Citrine itself offers such a cute, quaint & inviting environment with truly talented & helpful staff is icing on the cake. Speaking of cake, they do offer complimentary sweet treats as well. I'll be back, to see Lemis - and hopefully sip some of that CHAMPAGNE too ;) read more

I love my new hair dresser, Renee. I can't say enough good things about her. She transformed my wild, unmanageable hair into sleek and stylish cool hair, and this was a spur of the moment walk in appointment. What a talent! The salon offers not only good hair products, and beautiful accessories and clothing, but the staff were all friendly and welcoming. - read more

Lamis is the BEST person I could have chosen for my first brazillian wax. That is not a fun and pleasant thing to have done but it was so quick and awesome with Lamis. She is so nice, I wish I could just clone her, and she's amazing talented AND so fast! Great overall atmosphere, great ambiance, and EXTRA points because they were the nicest even though my tattoos were showing (cause it's HOT) and I didn't get stares like I do in the Marina for being a tattooed woman of color. BADASS! They're amazing! I'm in love with all this place has to offer. I officially have a waxer/esthetician! read more

I LOVE this salon! Carol has been my stylist since 1986. Yes, that means I'm over 35. But I sure don't look it or feel it. I constantly have people asking me, who cuts my hair? I tell them about Carol, but plus about Citrine itself. It's warm and friendly,..all the stylists and clients make you feel comfortable. I'm the type of person who doesn't always make a set appointment, so at times when I can't wait for appointment with Carol, I have asked Rene, Teri and Mel to cut my hair.....I have no complaints. Yes, I'll probably go to Citrine until the day I die :) and that will make me a old lady...but hell, I know I will look fabulous and be surrounded by friends. read more

Mel just created an ombré masterpiece with my daughter's 20 inches of hair; red, into purple, into a midnight dark aubergine. Wow! Mel is a talented artist. Thank you so much. read more

Renee's been cutting & occasionally perming my thinning hair for years, and I wouldn't even think of going anywhere else. In addition, her clothing & jewelry lines are unique. One jacket I bought a year or so ago frequently inspires perfect strangers to walk by & ask where I found it. read more

I recently moved to SF and have been desperately trying to find an affordable hairstylist who can do quality color and cuts. I've bopped around to various stylists in the marina and pac heights but have not been impressed, not to mention how expensive my bill was. As someone who has been highlighting my blonde hair for 10 years and having worked in a salon before, I am very cautious about who does my hair. Amber Rider did my highlights and it was honestly one of the best hair coloring experiences I've ever had. She was able to freshen up my blonde while making sure it didn't get fried. She was meticulous, professional, and not to mention has one of the sweetest personalities. I walked out of the salon with the best blonde color I've had to date, and my hair feels moisturized and polished. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking out a stellar hairstylist who also makes the entire experience enjoyable. 5 stars all around!! read more

I got a great haircut here from Mel. She had a creative idea on how to change what I did not like about my layers and it worked! It still looks good, even grown out. The place is a cosy salon in the bottom of a victorian house. read more

I have been going to Citrine Salon since they first opened. I started going to Carol when she worked at another salon in the city and moved with her as she opened Citrine. It is so wonderful to walk into a place where you feel like you are at home. Everyone knows your name, they greet you with a smile and usually a jab here and there. I even get invited to their holiday party! The best part - my hair looks AWESOME when I leave. I get compliments on it all the time. Carole is FANTASTIC at hair color and never misses the mark. I usually go in with a "do whatever you want" or "I don't know what to do with my hair" - comment and every time, she amazes me. She keeps me looking gorgeous and for that I can't say enough. I sent many friends there and they all love it! Their place is always clean and presentable and Renee's collection of accessories (jewelry, bags, coats, etc.) is always eye-opening and wonderful. What more can I say...the crew is great, the prices are reasonable and it's always a pleasure going to see them! read more

Yeah! A hair salon that doesn't take all my money, has a sense of style and fits me in without a huge wait. When Mel cuts my hair, people take notice and like her work. After a few cuts, I may even have saved up enough to get my hair professionally colored again and I hear she's really good. I'll post the results. read more

If you're looking for a hip, young gal with experience ranging from kiddos to runway, Shvonne Austin is your gal! She has been trained from the best and it shows! I popped in one day for a "change" and she was able to guide me in the right direction for color and a cut. My friends have all commented on my great new hair and I ran out of her business cards on the street! Trust me, you won't be disappointed. Not to mention she's a doll to chat with and the time flies by! read more

Started going to Renee for cut and color after seeing what she did for a friend's hair. She really knows her way around all types of hair! In my case that means fine, straight, thinning and graying. She has helped me find the best produces, too. My hair looks fuller and is easier to take care of. read more

This salon is great. I went to Carol for cuts and color for nearly 8 years, and when my husband and I moved down to the peninsula, I kept driving up there until my schedule didn't permit it any longer. Great color, great cuts, and an entertaining environment. Parking is tough on Fillmore, so if you're already in the city, take public transit. read more

Alex is the best!! I have been looking for someone to cut my hair the way I want and he did that to the tee! He listens, talks it through to make sure he understands and then does a great job. Best hairdresser I have had to date! I highly recommend him! Citrine is definitely my new spot! read more

I started going to Citrine right before my wedding 3.5 years ago because my hair needed some nice coloring as it was just long, straight boring and medium blond. MEL basically transformed my hair into bombshell hair; she does the most amazing job at making it look absolutely gorgeous, yet natural. Added bonus is that she is also one of the most fun and entertaining people, that makes your hair appointment into a mini vacation for yourself. I got so many comments about how nice my hair looked; even from strangers on the street. After such a great experience with her, I also sent my husband to her and surely, her magic also worked on cutting the much more difficult, dark and unruly hair of my husband. The salon is located in a cute corner right by Japan Town, everybody there is so pleasant and very friendly. We have moved recently and I am yet to find someone who can do just half of what MEL did with my hair, here in Chicago. If you need someone to make your hair look absolutely fabulous MEL is your answer! She is hands down THE best stylist I ever had. I really wish she would move to Chicago so she could still do my hair. read more

I want to thank Renee for giving me a wonderful haircut and style last minute! Renee knows how to style and listens to you. She left my hair feeling alive again...it was very damaged. The staff was welcoming and I felt as if I was a regular. I think I found a new hairstylist :) read more

Went in and got a haircut from Tere a few weeks ago and she did an absolutely amazing job. I'm in the military and do not see my hair out of a bun that much and it grows so fast and gets hard to maintain with my lack of visits to get my hair cut. I have curly/frizzy hair that is really thick. I asked Tere to please help do something with it, but not to take it above the Shoulders if possible, which my hair was to the middle of my back. I almost always wear my hair curly, but always get my hair cut when its' straight. Tere cut my hair while I had it curly so that she can cut/style it to best fit and lay with it in its curly form. My hair feels so healthy, easier to maintain and lays perfectly. Tere also took the time when she didn't have to to blow my hair out and my hair looked amazing, I have never seen it like that before. I will be going in more often than my past to get my hair cut and will definitely be going back to Tere. Thanks Tere :) !!! read more