I have being going to Nicole for a few years now so this review is quite overdo. I initially went to Nicole for a color correction as another stylist had completely botched my hair. Nicole was amazing, helpful, and kept it real with the steps we'd need to take in order to get my hair to where I wanted it to be. Since then, I only trust my hair in her hands. Nicole is truly amazing and you won't go wrong with the work she can do! read more

I texted Nicole to see if I could schedule a haircut appointment. I sent her a photo and also confirmed her number is correct through her instagram. She never replied. I was really bummed because her salon is down the street from my house and it would have been nice to support local businesses. I ended up getting my haircut in Convoy. read more

I was in search of a new hairstylist and happened across Nicole's work on Yelp. After looking through her previous works on her Instagram, I immediately decided to book an appointment. She responded quickly and I had no issues booking an appointment. Nicole is a very genuine, friendly person so I felt comfortable around her. This time around, I wanted to try out an ashy brown and Nicole gave me her professional opinion on what would be best for my hair health-wise as well as cost-wise. She explained what she was going to do step-by-step and always made sure I was comfortable along the way. I will be going in for a second session in about two months to go lighter, so I'm definitely looking forward to it! Needless to say, I'm extremely happy with my overall experience! If you are looking for a new hairstylist, I highly recommend booking an appointment with Nicole! read more

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I showed up with a pic of what I wanted and Nicole assured me she could get what I wanted with about three sessions. I knew it would take time, but this first session did not disappoint! Thanks Nicole for helping me achieve my hair goals! read more

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I have been going to Nicole for my hair since moving to San Diego (almost 4 years now) and I've left the salon satisfied after every appointment! She listens to my wants as a customer and does everything I wanted and more. Not only is Nicole professional and great at what she does, but she has a way of making you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the session. I trust Nicole with my balayages and she's always exceeded my expectations. I also have a great time chatting and hearing new tips on styling and products. Nicole is a 10/10 hair stylist! read more

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I had a wonderful experience with Nicole. She is very knowledgeable and so patient to listen to your vision. She is honest and gives you suggestions for your hair type and products she will use. I really wanted to change my look and have a more modern highlighting. She walked me thru the whole thing, since there are so many new methods and styles of application now. I was used to foil highlights and baby lights but she really changed the whole game with a ballyage and fresh cut for my big birthday. Salon is very nice, clean and full of happy clients. I definitely recommend Nicole for color and she's a super sweet person to spend a few hours with! read more

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I LOVE NICOLE!! It had probably been 2 years since I last had my hair done by my last hair stylist, whom I loved too, but she moved out of the country... It wasn't till I came across Nicole's Yelp reviews and then I saw pictures of her craft, I was like YAAAAAAS I need to meet her! Haha Well, I have since gone twice and even brought my 7yo daughter for her first wash, trim and style. Let's just say Nicole is our official hairstylist FO LIFE (please don't move away haha). Not only is she incredibly talented but she has the personality to match. Super friendly and we share a lot of kid stories. Look forward to my next appointment with her. Thank you Nicole!! read more

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I found Nicole on Yelp and after looking at the pictures of her work, I decided to book an appointment with her. Over the past year I've had balayage done and prior to that I had all over color and highlights. There were a lot of "stories" in my hair from different color processes over the years. Nicole was able to look at all of the different colors in my hair and was not only able to give me the result I was looking for (balayage highlights) but also was able to make some suggestions to give me a result I hadn't expected! Brassiness from previous colors was gone, and she blended the old and the new colors beautifully! I could not be happier with the results and will be a long term client moving forward. read more

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Nicole is so nice and awesome! I usually go to her to cut my ends because I don't trust everyone with my hair. She always cuts what I tell her too and not more. She styles my hair beautifully, I always get so many compliments. Recommend her to everyone. read more

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I've been told having black/Asian hair i would never be able to be blonde. I've always tried, but end up orange. When i saw Nicole's amazing transformations i decided to give her a try. Her work is so beautiful and true artistry so i didn't want to direct her too much as i wanted to see what Magic she does to my hair. I was so shocked at how ashy and blonde she was able to get me in ONE appointment. I didn't think it was possible. It's everything I've ever dreamed of. I even told my husband if we move I'll be making trips to get my hair done by her. She's amazing. read more

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I found Nicole on yelp then I went to check out her instagram page. She had great reviews and I was very impressed with the pictures of her previous work. I had a previous bad experience with a different hair stylist 6 months ago. I had asked him for a balayage but instead I got a bad bleached hombre. He ruined my hair and made it feel straw-like and brittle. I was so scared to go to a new stylist. When I found Nicole on yelp I texted her and she got back to me promptly. I made an appointment. From the moment I walked in I felt like I was in good hands. She's such a sweet and genuine person. I took screenshots of what I wanted. She explained to me all of the steps it would take for the color correction. I also needed a haircut and my roots dyed. I felt that she gave me a very fair price for all of the time and work that she did. My hair felt so healthy when she was done and it looked soooooo much better than before. Thank you Nicole! I'm happy I found a new stylist. read more

Hair by Nicole - My before pic was brassy, dry, and lifeless. In the after pic my hair feels so much healthier and looks so much better. - Hair Stylists Near Me - La Mesa, California

Nicole spent extra time with me going over different ideas for my new hair color. Very knowledgeable in different techniques and pros and cons of all of them. Color turned out great and Nicole was understanding about my concerns after having lost my hair during cancer treatments and grew in curly and different from before treatment. So happy to have found Nicole read more

I found Nicole on yelp while looking through her photos I saw that she does what I wanted for my hair .she is Very nice and professional and I also got an amazing scalp massage !! I have gotten compliments on the colors in my hair when it hits the sunlight . Happy camper ! read more

I've been trying to find a good hairstylist for the longest time now and on a whim, my friend & I decided to give Nicole a try because of her great reviews on yelp! Getting hair done anywhere can be very expensive so I know people do their research before going to just anyone for a hair cut, dye, or style. I finally found my go-to hairstylist and I'm so excited to finally become a regular somewhere! Trusting my instincts and going to Nicole was the best decision! I am a pretty simple person but I do ask a lot of questions especially when it comes to my hair. I loved how honest Nicole was in explaining the process with me and making sure she got a thorough understanding of how I wanted my hair to look. I went to my appointment planning to lighten my hair and get a balayage with baby lights. Before she did anything, we looked over a few pictures and she made sure she knew exactly what I wanted. I have A LOT of hair and it's also very long so the session took near 5 hours but on my search for a good hair stylist, I was looking for someone who took their time and Nicole is so personable and fun to talk to that the time really flew by! She's a perfectionist but I wouldn't want her to be anything less of that, since I definitely wanted to get my monies worth and with her I did. At the end, she wanted to tweak and tone my hair a bit to make it look better and honestly, I had no idea what 'hair talk vocabulary' she was throwing at me but I trusted her instincts and told her to do as she pleases & once she turned my chair around to face the mirror again, I saw my hair and was beyond amazed! -- Also, I felt as if I was in a movie scene & was getting a makeover by some celebrity hair stylist with that dramatic pause & turn of the chair. -- Anyways, I absolutely love how my hair turned out !! I came to Nicole not expecting anything extraordinary because the last two hair stylists I went to didn't really reach my expectations on how I wanted my hair. But Nicole really blew it out of the park and achieved my hair goals. So, if you're scrolling through yelp right now, iffy and trying to find someone to reach your hair dreams, I strongly recommend you to give Nicole a try! :) read more

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I was fortunate enough to find Nicole to do my highlights. She is incredibly meticulous. She paid attention to every stand on my hair. When it's done, it looked awesome. The best part was going to work, I got so many compliments. The guy I'm dating thought I look sexier with the hairstyle and highlights I got from Nicole. And when people notice that to the extent, well that's just awesome.. Nicole is very talented, and now I have my stylist and she's the best I've ever had. read more

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Simply amazing!!! After trying different hairstylist trying to get the best blonde in im super exited to have found Nicole. NOt only is she very professional but super sweet, she was very upfront and forward including with the pricing. She listened to what look i was aiming for. She definitely meet my goal. I drove from Murrieta just to see her after finding her on Instagram and i can say that her work is definitely worth to drive far too! I found my new hairstylist read more

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I drive from Chula Vista to El Cajon just to get my hair done by Nicole! She is amazing.... she walks you through the process and let's you know what is going on. I love the time that she spends on my hair and she's never rushing. I truly love how she's always working with my schedule so I can get my hair done. Thank you Nicole !! read more

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If you need a new hairdresser go see Nicole! She is amazing with color, goes over everything before you begin any process, and spends extra time to make sure you are happy and she can be proud of her work! Very sweet and funny which is helpful when you're in the chair for a long time :p Extremely knowledgeable and open to you asking a ton of questions. I love my hair and owe it to her! read more

I found Nicole here on Yelp in search of someone to do a balayage on my never-been-dyed hair. After reviewing the photos here and on her Instagram I felt pretty confident, and I have to say she both met and exceeded my expectations. She is so kind and communicative about what you're looking for in a style and the best upkeep. No question felt like a stupid question! I can't wait to come back because I am in LOVE with my new hair and can't see myself going back! read more

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Nicole is amazing. I drive from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon just to get my hair cut and colored- that's how good she is. I trust her implicitly, and usually just tell her to do whatever she wants and get creative with my hair. I'm always happy with the result. Prices are super affordable for the quality that you get, and she's extremely easy going and friendly. What impresses me the most is that sometimes I go to new stylists closer to my home just to get a quick trim (doesn't matter to me who they are, so they're always different - whoever has immediate availability), and every stylist I have gone to always compliments me on my hair color and talks about how the shade and tone is expertly done and really gorgeous. They are always curious to know who did it! The last time I did this it was at a salon in Bankers Hill that charged me NINETY DOLLARS for a haircut --just the haircut-- and the stylist gushed over how beautiful the coloring is. That is how I KNOW Nicole is awesome and amazing at what she does. You won't be disappointed! read more

Nicole is one of the best hair dressers I have ever been to. She does beautiful work and is very informative of the product she uses. I met Nicole while she was going to school and we started off slowly with my hair change. My hair was VERY damaged and she informed me on what products were safe to use for the type of hair I had. When I decided to add red to the bottom of my hair with blonde on the top, she talked me through the whole process and explained each product she was using and why she was using it. I am never going to another hair dresser again. She is very attentive and answers any questions that you have. Also, she does beautiful makeup. read more

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This was my first time going to Nicole and she did exactly what I wanted! I'm a travel nurse so it's hard to find good hair stylists bc you're always moving but if I'm ever back in the San Diego area I will def being coming to Nicole. She is so detailed oriented and a perfectionist, as all hair stylists should be! Love love love my hair! read more

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I am a very picky person when it comes to service. I want it all. Fair price, good manners, nice environment and people who know what they're doing. I always get all of that with Nicole. She is pleasant and professional and does exactly what I want. Thank you so much :) read more

She's done it again!! Love,love her! No one else is allowed to touch my hair but her! Love how OCD she is bcs she wants perfection! My hair feels amazing and I love the color!! Thank you Nicole!! Xoxo read more

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Nicole is soo talented! She is such a perfectionist! She did a color correction on my hair and She spent so much time to fix it. She payed attention to every little detail and made sure that my hair looked perfect. My hair was left very brassy from a balayage that I got a few weeks ago from another stylist and I wasn't happy with the result. She spent so much time fixing my hair and making sure that it doesn't get damaged since it was bleached very recently. She is very sweet and professional. Im sooo glad I found her. Im obsessed with my new hair! read more

I have curly grey hair but I also blow it smooth most of the time. I went to Nicole because of the wonderful reviews she has and, wow, they are all right about her. I've had mostly bad hair cuts and just settle until the next bad one; but I know how my hair looks when it's cut right (which hasn't been for ages); which is layers just about shoulder length. I didn't have her style it, and just went home, showered, washed my hair and did it myself... well, guess what, it's exactly what I had hoped for. LOVE IT, thanks Nicole - I'll be back read more

I was recommended to Nicole by a friend through Facebook. I texted her and she was quick to reply; we had a conversation going even before setting an appointment. After dying my hair black, regretting it and then eventually stripping the color (and failing at it), I knew I had to seek a professional - and that's exactly what she was. She was nice and warm to talk to, inquired about the process I did to my mane without laughing at how scary it obviously turned out, and offered a few options. She also explained to me the after-color results and gave me a few tips to care for my hair. And since I was new customer, I got a free haircut!. (She has different offers almost every month!) Good thing I was directed to her direction because after my color (and cut), my hair was healthier and shinier! I recommend Nicole if you want a knowledgeable and friendly hair expert! read more

Legend says that when you have a great stylist, your hair will grow back really fast, and it is! So I must have a great stylist. :) I went to Nicole back in December to cut my hair for a donation. Since my hair has been waist-length for many years, I was worried that short hair would look terrible on me. She helped me pick a style that would work on me and I got nothing but compliments on it. She knows what she's doing, and she is dedicated to her craft. read more

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Nicole is awesome. So kind and friendly and patient. She worked so hard on my long and thick hair. I love, absolutely love my results and will certainly go back to her! read more

My experience with Nicole was delightful, she makes you fell very comfortable. And as for my hair I wanted to have a very natural balayage, and the result was above my expectations, I definitely love it. read more

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Nicole is such a sweet person and thoughtful stylist. I went in for a color correction and could not be happier with her work, she takes all your ideas and thoughts into consideration and takes the time to explain what the best course for your hair is. read more

I haven't even got my hair done yet but she was so honest and was not trying to get money. She told me realistic expectations about my hair. And I love that! I hope to come to her soon when I can get my realistic results read more

Nicole is able to get my hair short & perky. She is very meticulous that every strand is cut & styled. Have in very fine , naturally wavy it's a real trick to get the cut so I can spike it. Will continue to use her and highly recommend her. read more

Best hair stylist ever. I been coming with her for one year now and honestly every time I come I have a great experience and come out super happy. Totally recommend her ! I wouldn't get my hair done elsewhere I love it Nicole is the best ! read more

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I've been going to Nicole for over a year now and every time I go, I come home LOVING my hair. I was initially referred to Nicole by one of my coworkers/friends who had used her a few times.I had a horrible ombre that I needed to get rid of ASAP. I showed Nicole a photo of a look I liked and told her that I wanted my hair to be blond for the first time. I typically don't trust a stylist to do such a dramatic change the first time I meet with them, but I had such good vibes from her that I put my hair in her hands! To this day, I want to go back to being blond because of how much I loved what Nicole did! She's worked on my hair multiple times since our first meeting, dyed it from blond to brown and trims my hair every 8-10 weeks. Not only is she one of the sweetest people I've met, but she has become a genuine friend! I've referred multiple clients to Nicole and they all come back telling me how much they love their hair because of her! If you're looking for a fantastic hair stylist, Nicole is perfect!! read more

Nicole is great! Deserving of every star. She is friendly and you get exactly what you want or if you're not sure she is great at giving recommendations. She has great prices specially for the quality of work! i have yet to get a haircut or a dye job i didn't absolutely love! You won't regret going to her. read more

Nicole is amazing! I had never done anything to my hair before besides an occasional trim/cut, so I was a little nervous to venture into coloring, but I really wanted something new. Nicole talked to me about my wants and she did a beautiful job. I wanted something natural, but noticeable and that's exactly what I got. I feel so confident and beautiful in my new hair and I can't thank Nicole enough! read more

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I found my new hairdresser! She is seriously the most down-to-earth, sweetest, and talented woman ever!! Super easy to talk to, and could automatically tell what you wanted with your hair. When she was looking at my hair she could tell what I had done with my hair in the past which I found really impressive (balayage and an ombré before that). The last time I got a balayage it took 5 hours and this time it only took 3. She also told me she was a perfectionist which I liked cause it only means she'll work twice as hard to make sure I like my hair. Thank you Nicole! read more

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I'm a little late on the review but I found Nicole on Instagram and reached out to her about doing my daughters very first balayage hair and styled cut. We were not disappointed! My daughter is in love with her hair and gets compliments on it all the time. She was very careful in making sure that my daughters hair was not red and brassy. read more

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My experience with nicole was AMAZING. I went in for shampoo, cut and blow dry. She listened to what I wanted and nailed it!!! I've gotten so many compliments on my new style. She was super friendly and easy to talk to. I will definetly be back!! read more