I panicked when another hairstylist I had made an appointment with had to cancel because he was very sick. Between work and school I have little time to schedule a cut and color and my next available time would be in December...and my roots were making a marked appearance. Eman was recommended by the sick hairstylist and I walked into the appointment with a bit of trepidation because I had no idea what to expect. Eman was so personable. His space was clean and he patiently listened to me while I listed off a somewhat nebulous idea of what I wanted to do with my hair. My instructions: keep length, more layers, side swept bangs...hair with swing and sass...red hair color appropriate for work. Without me having to provide a picture of exactly what I wanted...because...well....I didn't even know EXACTLY what I wanted... he went to work. Though I have asian hair, my hair definitely has some odd cowlicks and waves. He used various techniques to shape my hair and even after I washed my hair and let it air dry, my hair still has a defined style to it. The color is definitely multifaceted. Thank you Eman for being so much fun and for being so patient! read more

Tried 6 different places before finding eman. He is the best

I found Eman from the wonderful Yelp reviews he received. I was DESPERATE to get my hair trimmed especially since my hair was lacking style/luster and my next scheduled appointment with my hair stylist wasn't for another two weeks! I don't know about you, but I feel a sense of cheating when I have to go to someone else after having a relationship with your current hair stylist for the past 17 years! Needless to say, I loved my cut/trim. Eman listened when I told him what I was looking for and he "kicked it up a notch". He even suggested that we add some curls since I had a holiday party to attend that evening and took the extra time we needed to make me look purty. The trim was simple but added dimension and layers to my hair which added volume (which I so needed). The curls stayed throughout he night and I loved the look. But the true test is when you go home and wash your hair and try to style it the way you normally do - does it work? YES! I love the layers that Eman made and how it frames my face. He is artistic and knows what works. Definitely a go to person in my future (I'll have to see about intertwining my hair appointments between him and my regular gal :)). On another note, Eman is awesome! He's got such a refreshing personality and I immediately bonded with him. Love his down to earthness and realism...Eman, you gotz skillz man! read more

Quite impressive attention to details. I really like haircut. His studio has a very relaxing atmosphere. Eman is very friendly and professional. Will recommend to my friends. read more

Fantastic colorist and stylist! My only regret? I only discovered him a few weeks before I moved across the country! I would highly recommend Eman. read more

He is seriously the best. So nice and so talented!! I just booked my second appointment with him for a touch up and I can't wait!

I needed a haircut badly about 3 months ago and decided to go somewhere close to my work. What a find! He's cut my hair 2 times now and I have to say, not only is he a really nice guy, but he listens really well to what I want and he has given me some of the best haircuts I've had in a long time. I can highly recommend him. read more

Amazing! Eman was so friendly and really paid attention to my hair. We had a great time chatting and by the time I left my hair was perfect! I have long hair and most of the time layers don't look quite right on me but he styled my hair so it falls perfectly =) This was my first time and I'm glad I went! read more

Eman is great! He helped me get my hair ready for a party and the curls stayed for the entire night. That's something for someone who has pin-straight, asian hair. He's great and I'll definitely come back! read more

What a great find! Emanuel is talented and extremely nice. He decided to leverage the waviness of my hair instead of trying to hide it like most hairdressers do. Highly recommended! read more

Loved my haircut, he did exactly what I wanted without me having to show him a picture. Fantastic haircut!

I went to him a year ago, didn't have time to do reviews during that time but now I have lots of time to write reviews. He was great! it's hard to find a place that can style and cut asian hair. This guy is great because I told him what I wanted in a cut and he delivered. Other places I usually went to don't quite get what I mean and messes up every time. But Eman, he gets what I'm saying! and my description of what I want isn't that complicated. I will go back to him. read more

Eman is as legit as it gets. Between the quality of cuts, the pricing and the fact that he's a super friendly dude, this is as good of a haircut as you're going to find in all of SF. read more

Eman is the most amazing hairstylist I've ever met. He is creative and isn't afraid of being artistic. I feel like I get my hair sculpted rather than simply just cut and I always get compliments the second I walk out of the building after getting my hair done. i will never get my hair cut by anyone else. read more

Eman was great! Had a mediocre haircut at my last joint....which he was able to fix. Shampoo was good as well. Pleasant conversation.

So glad that I found Emmanuel. Great guy, great cuts. I'm looking forward to my hair growing out so that he can cut it again.

Eman was awesome! He knows what to do with Asian hair(from layering to coloring) and it was fun talking to him too.

Eman has been cutting my hair for over 2 years. I bring him a photo of a haircut I think would work on me and look-out Angelina Jolie, I got your huzzband's hair! He's a pleasure to be around, his shop is lovely and with my short Dyke-Do, I'm in and out in under an hour. Love the easy online booking - no phone tag. read more

I've been to Eman twice now, and I'm so excited to have finally found someone in San Francisco who I trust with my short, baby fine hair. Looking forward to more coif collaboration with this smart, sassy stylist. read more

First time getting my hair cut and colored by Eman. I had high expectations and all were met. My color and cut was exactly what I wanted. I can't wait to come back! Thanks Eman! read more

I cannot recommend Eman highly enough. On top of the fact that he is interesting, down to earth, and easy to talk to -- he is an artist who excels at his craft. I have wavy/curly hair that causes me considerable grief -- i'm hardly ever happy with a new haircut. Eman gave me a nice cut with layers, and for the first time, I have no complaints! Eman, see you in 8 weeks :) read more

Emmanuel cut my hair a few days ago and I love it! My hair was very long and I desperately needed a trim. Emmanuel suggested how much I needed taken off. I was nervous at first but I knew I needed it. I love the cut! It's definitely one of the best haircuts I've ever had. He's a great person and I loved talking to him the whole time! Will definitely be going back. read more

Eman is awesome! I decided to cut off my long hair that I had kept for 15 years, and he did a wonderful job. Loving how I look now.

nice guy, cozy environment, great cut! he knows what hes doing.

Great, extremely talented and friendly guy. Open late, I didn't have to wait, and had a great experience. Definitely charges less than he could in such a convenient area, and open at great times. Been to many places in SF, LA, and Toronto and haven't been happy (I like my hair cut simply but I have Asian hair that needs layers and I don't like to use any kind of styling products), but Eman really delivered on what I wanted. read more

I love my haircut! I showed him what I wanted and he knew extacly what to do and took his time. It was a plesant exprience. I can't wait to go back, higly reccommened. read more

Eman is amazing. I have been with him for the 5 years and not once have I been disappointed. When I am traveling I regret getting haircuts elsewhere. He is amazing. Don't even think twice using his service. read more

There's a reason people go apeshit over Eman. He's knowledgeable, skilled, and fun to hang out with. Three years ago, I asked him to make me look like Bernard Sumner, and despite my curly hair he delivered like hot pizza. I've been going to him ever since. read more

Eman's great. Terrific haircut, very friendly, I always look forward to getting a haircut. His new salon location is terrific.

I love this man!! He did my hair as well as my bridesmaids' hair for my wedding back in August. He is funny, caring, and awesome at what he does. He totally understood my desire to not look "bridey". He was such a pleasure to have at my apartment while my bridesmaids and I got ready. He comes super prepared and even practiced a couple of the looks beforehand on his own so that they would come out perfectly. If you want someone dependable, caring, and stylish, hire Eman for your wedding day. He is the best!!! read more

Eman is the exact experience that I want to have when it comes to getting my haircut. Not only is he skilled at what he does, but he's fun to talk to, stylish, and super friendly. I leave looking great and feeling like I just hung out with my best friend. read more

I first met Eman at every 6 weeks. I said i wanted a bit of a change...maybe bangs? i was a little scared since i hadn't had bangs since the 80's. He gave me a great cut that I'm still receiving compliments on. When he left E6W i hunted for him and found him! He's downtown, right off the Montgomery Bart/Muni. Online scheduling is great. Same rates ($60 for long hair). Great guy who seems to intuitively know my hair. Gotta support someone who is venturing out to be his own boss. Go support Eman! (Website is down ... but stay tuned) Online scheduling is at http://www.vagaro.com/Eman . read more

I followed Eman here when he branched out on his own from another salon. Have been going to him for 6 or 7 years and I come away happy every time, great haircut, great sense of humor, great company. Don't know what else to say except snatch him up before he is completely booked at his new downtown digs! read more

Super nice guy, needed very little direction and got the job done well! I have some pretty crazy cowlicks, but he handled them with ease. Will go back! read more

Eman is the the best! I had my first haircut with him yesterday and I just fell in love. I've been bouncing around hair places from cheaper Asian salons to more higher end ones. I have really straight Asian hair that tends to be flat and I have the worst time finding a place where they understand my hair. Eman knows how to handle hair. Tell him what you want and he will tweak it so it works with your hair texture and face. He is also someone you can have a great conversation with. I also love that he shares my same love for fashion and he has a keen eye for style. His paintings are also amazing. In conclusion, if you want someone who understands you hair and who knows style, choose Eman! read more