Awesome! Wonderful, perfect nails every time. I am really particular about my nails and I get…read moregel fills and gel polish overlay and that is hard to find for some reason. Sindy does a perfect job every time and I don't have to worry about my nails peeling or curling early. I followed her from her SF salon then to her space at Shylock's and so glad she is still in San Rafael. (Close to the San Rafael Transit Center, so easy for me to catch a bus on the way home.) Large selection of colors for gels and regular polish. (My favorite is Perfect Match.) She also does fantastic and complex 3D nail art designs when I'm feeling more artistic. But I love the glitter! I love the new location of the salon and the boutique ambiance is super cute and relaxing! Make an appointment because she books up quickly and travels to teach. I usually book the next appointment when I go in.

Classic is amazing! First, it was very nice being able to communicate via text, as I have a 3 month…read moreold daughter and holding a phone conversation is near impossible. Through text, she was able to quote a price, squeeze me in her schedule (same day!) and tell me the best parking near her location. Second, she was very understanding of my situation, having a 3 month old who needed her passy put back in a few times and sound machine turned on. Classic was very patient-- even when I accidentally smudged a nail! And her work is flawless, just want I wanted, beautifully hand painted French tip lines and a pretty flower on the ring fingers. And a pretty rhinestone! All in all, an amazing experience and I'll definitely be back the next time I need my nails done and with my daughter when she's old enough for a mommy daughter mani!

I have been going here on and off over the last year and today I received the best service yet! Sue…read morewas absolutely amazing, personable, kind, and skilled! The prices are unbeatable and the staff is so fun. It's a relaxing environment and well equipped. I got a wash, blow dry, and flat iron and it was excellent! I highly recommend this business and be sure to ask for Sue!

I understand this is a training school and that they are learning, but I think better expectations…read moreneed to be set prior to the appointment. I came for a blowout, and right off the bat, it was evident that the trainee was not experienced with blowouts on long hair. However, I had no issues with the trainee itself. The trainer would come here and there to give some pointers, but after the wash and comb through, the trainee spent several minutes on one small section of hair while we were almost an hour into the appointment. While the trainer was there, I politely asked if it would be possible to complete the blowout in 30 minutes, as I had to be somewhere. This was on me because I have longer-than-average hair, and I should have double-checked while making the appointment. I was told that it would take about an hour when I made the appointment. The trainer got super defensive and stated that I was asking for too much, and this would technically be an $80+ blow out (my blowouts at traditional salons have never been $80+). I was surprised as to why he was so offended when I only politely asked and even offered to come back at a later time, as they close at 3 pm. Nonetheless, my event was postponed, and I was able to stay for longer, but the trainer ended up doing the blowout while the student watched. What I don't understand is why the students are made to do the service independently when they do not have much experience. The trainee was very sweet, and I understand that they were trying their best. It was overall a strange experience, and I don't think I will go back again. The results were just okay, and the curls did not last through the day.

Shampoo & conditioner is Amazing! Prices are reasonable. Lovely staff. I appreciate the staff and…read morethat they are on time. I am a Black American old lady and appreciate the staff and how they take care of me. I received a deep conditioning, blow dry and a flat iron. I wanted a Silk Press but that's not what I received. The stylist was limited in products & equipment to produce a Silk Press. I appreciate the stylist making the most effort to style my hair. Thank you.

Alexis Pierce was absolutely rude when I did not sign up.I went in for a tour and discussed options…read morefor schooling and when i decided not to go through with it she attempted to insult and belittle me lol my husband heard the whole conversation over the phone and we were astonished. It seemed she wanted commission only and not to fulfill needs to help others. Hopefully she gets replaced its ruining the business. Yikes.

Happy to have returned for another hair color and Noa did an amazing job. She and the team are…read moreawesome and really take their time for perfect results. I'd recommend getting your hair done at this amazing salon/school.

Had a nice stress free cut and blow out. They did not push products. Also unlike another school…read morethere is no additional charge to have your hair dried. Nice folks. I'll be back

I was in a huge need of a self-care day, but with limited budget, so I went to Aveda for a…read more90-minute facial treatment. Amber met me at the lobby and welcomed me to the spa area. We did a thorough assessment, and then got an okay from the instructor to get started. I took a nap. The mini massage was heaven. I ended up doing an add-on dermaplate for $20. After that, the total came out to be about $100. Amazing deal! Note: gratuity not included. I like that a basket of products was picked out for me, but absolutely no pressure to buy anything. Now that I know what were used, I'll likely go back to the retail store to pick some up during the holiday season!

My hair was done by a cosmetology student who did some incredible highlights for me. I've never had…read moremy hair bleached or truly dyed. Noah was very friendly and did a fantastic job doing exactly what I asked for. He got me water and offered me snacks as well. He was very friendly and welcoming and I walked me through the steps especially because I had some concerns about bleaching my hair for the first time. Truly a fantastic appointment!

I have been going to Swina, as it's called shorthand, for about 4 years now. It's a great place to…read moreget spa quality facials and treatments from the lovely students getting their training hours completed under the supervision of licensed instructors. They use very nice and high quality products for the skin. I always enjoy coming here and getting their monthly specials. For October on my recent visit it was two pumpkin facials for $55. That's a great deal and my aesthetician was very pleasant and skilled. Will definitely keep coming back. There's plenty of parking behind the building and it's easily found in a large shopping center.

Very well organized during the settling days. Came in for microdermabrasion today. Very Friendly…read morefront desk personnel. Parking is easy- just a short walk. Love the packages and end up being friends to help me use them. Great school. Students are well trained.

I am excited to start here, everyone is so nice and kind. The facility is great as well!read more

What a terrific experience. Very well organized and completely full class of stylist. The…read moreinstructor was friendly, outgoing and encouraging. Jasmine was kind, attentive and friendly. Prices were so amazing! Parking easy and the cut was perfect. Definitely coming back.

I love this beauty school. I never have had any hair services. I have been here 3 time for facials…read more They are so amazing at facials! It feels just as nice as a high end facial and I have had those before as well. They do appointments and walk ins. The facials last about 75 minutes and such a heavenly experience. The price is no more than 50 dollars. The girls are so nice and pleasant and accommodating !!! I will always come back here!

Jessica D . Has helped my skin come a long way , she was the first to use high frequency on me &…read morei've loved the results every step of the way