Pia was so good! She made me look so pretty. Brought me back to life. But better. I highly recommend. She's great with both cuts and color and my hair is super frizzy curly. Bordering coyly and she didn't flinch. Usually hairstylists do a lot of flinching when my hair comes out of the bun, but she made me feel welcomed, taken care of and not stressed. It's so nice to get your hair done without anxiety. And i almost forgot, it's super affordable. She also gave my man an incredible hair cut that somehow hid the fact that he's loosing hair. I don't know what kind of witchcraft she did to make that miracle. But I'm super grateful...and so is he. read more

I'm so happy I found them, thanks Yelp! Pia did a great job cutting my hair. She totally changed my style and I love it. Dahlia, the owner, kept interjecting her opinions lol but she has a lot of knowledge and she's a character to boot. It was a great atmosphere and I'm def going to recommend them. The price is also unbeatable! read more

Best colorist and haircut. My hair has never looked better. Dalia brings the best color and shine to my hair and it's the healthiest it has even been. Pia cuts hair so well that as it grows out it gets even better! read more

Best hair team! I love those ladies and they have huge hearts and wonderful hands!! They truly care about each customer.

Today I stop by Hair Team for a usual hair cut. When done I asked Dalia the owner I If I could pay. With an upset deamener she approached me telling me she was busy with a hair dye. with a loud voice she asked what was that I wanted. I just explained that I just needed to pay her. I did asked her to relax and be more respectful. Dalia got even more upset and said very agitated that she wasn't going to calm down, her country was going through war and she wasn't going to calm down. By now she threw me way off. I did not recognize Dalia. She completely took out her personal frustration on me a very loyal customer for many years! Honestly by now i felt very Uncomfortable around her and extremely unsafe. Very out of control Dalia threw me out. She told me to leave and never return. Till this moment I am still very scared and very confused! i honestly will not now or ever feel safe around her any more! We should not ever treat a loyal customer like this! The problems of the world should not interfere with your business. Please be careful if you are one of her customers. I do not ever wish what i went through to anyone else. For the record Dalia you fid not thow me out. Im choosing never ever to return to you hair salon again. I am so truly sorry about the world and what is going on. At the end of the day i am not responsible and i should have been treated with more respect! read more

Do not go to this salon. Dahlia is rude, disgusting, loud, obnoxious and extremely unprofessional. She will quote you a price when you first call, than she quotes a higher price the next time and decides to gouge you the third time. I am only talking about a blow dry, I can only imagine a hair cut or color. She has no finess, she dresess like a homeless lady and her hair is never done nicely. She is one the ugliest women you will meet and has no manners what so ever. I am warning anyone who considers this ugly old dirty salon to stay away. Many other places will appreciate a returning customer and value the business, cause Dahlia does not. read more

I cannot give enough praise to Hair Team and to Dalia! I basically just sat down in her chair and said 'I need a shorter cut and a darker color, I trust you.' And I'm so glad I did! She took my stringy lifeless locks to a full-bodied style, with deep rich color! She even mixed the perfect tone to bring out my eyes. Dalia definitely is an expert when it comes to hair. Her entire team is super knowledgeable and friendly. It was my first time there and I already felt like a regular. I have finally found my forever hair salon in Los Angeles. THANK YOU! read more

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I wish I could give Hair Team more than five stars. Dahlia and Pia are both amazing. When I first went to Hair Team, my hair was bleached and in terrible condition from a previous salon. They transformed my hair only after a couple of visits, and now, a few years later, I can't believe my hair ever looked like it did before. I will never trust anyone else to do my hair. It's a total family business vibe, and not pretentious like almost every other hair salon is in LA. The pricing is also the most reasonable in LA. The only affordable & quality place. Seeing Dahlia and Pia is always a huge highlight to my month! Xx read more

I've been getting my hair cut by Pia for 13 years. She's the best! Hair Team is a great value salon. You'd pay much more elsewhere for this high quality service. Best price for the best hair stylists! read more

I am updating my review with a lower rating to respond the strange response from Dahlia, who has apparently called me racist. Perhaps this is because I mentioned she is Israeli? That was merely to add description to who she is. For what it's worth, perhaps I should have left that out since her behavior is in no way common among the other Israelis and Israeli Americans I know. I've seen most negative reviews on Yelp get an apologetic response from the business owner. I think Dahlia's response here goes a long way to make my point about how she interacts with customers. I now see Julia at "Hair People" on Vine and she is AWESOME!! So affordable, quick, and honestly a great friend. read more

Wow - I feel like I've just discovered a hidden gem. Dahlia and Pia are an amazing, expert duo. They worked together (Pia cutting and Dalia on color) to fix the DIY hair and color I had given myself - and I must say they are EXPERTS. Dahlia has a great idea of exactly what look works to compliment your face shape. I have just found my new salon. 5 star talent! And surprisingly affordable. read more

She gave me a hell of deal - mention yelp deal! Really good with cuts and color! It's so to find someone who is good with blonde color. Also worked with others to keep your salon processing time to a minimal level. Thank you!!!! So happy with my hair! read more

I gave the hair team a try last week because I saw good Yelp reviews. I'm happy I did! I received full highlights (more foils than I could have asked for), a cut and blow-dry for my medium-long hair all for $150. The highlights are beautiful and exactly like the photo I showed them, and the cut was similarly just what I had wanted. The stylists know what they're doing and the atmosphere is that of a family-run place. I'll definitely be going back to this hidden gem! read more

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Literally tried to make an appointment, was interrogated about by who recommended me. A friend from school and I don't know her last name. Lady was aggressive for no reason! Who sent you!!! I'm like okay? Then I tried to explain my hair..."why you want toner?" Toner make it dark!" I really do not understand why you talk with such hostility in your voice and it's obviously not just me based on your reviews. It's sad because you come recommended as being skilled but have horrible customer service and communication skills. Especially for a first time client. Quite disappointing. read more

Great price for a fabulous haircut and friendly service too! I just moved back to So. Cal and never forgot how expensive hair cuts are in LA. I always go for the first time deals b/c they can't be beat, but I have yet to find a place that I would come back to and spend $100 for a haircut. Finally I found a good first time deal and it wont cost me an obscene amount of money to go back again. Hair Team offers an $18 haircut for first timers, which is reason enough to try it out for yourself. So here is my experience. I arrived for my appointment on a Wednesday afternoon. Street parking is easy at this time, if you park around the corner - but keep in mind there is no parking lot. when I walked in to the salon, I was greeted by Dalia, the owner and I noticed right away a few regulars. They all seemed like they knew each other. Very friendly, laid-back vibe. Dalia was very helpful and gave me honest advice about her opinions of what I should do. She gave me a beautiful haircut. And even though it didn't take her very long to cut it, she took her time to make sure it was right. I wanted to fix my color since I had been home coloring for so long. Dalia recommended the color I should use that would look best. And I am very satisfied with my results. Dalia and Pia make a good team and they take time to ask questions to build client relationships. Everyone that came in was a repeat client. It sounded like old friends getting together to catch up on gossip. Think: laughing, small talk, and girls getting pretty. I am still in shock at how unbelievably inexpensive my beautiful haircut and color cost in the city of the overpriced haircut. I already recommended this place to 2 friends and my husband. I will most definitely be a repeat client. Thanks, Dalia and Pia!! read more

Dalia. Is a top colorist she can make any person hair look great she know to match expat the Color to you're skin tone ,prices are very affordable and her team is great and professional is totally recommend read more

Very convenient to get to, and I had never been. Turns out, Hair Team as been in the same location since 1986. I tried the introductory priced haircut and it was very good. I worked with Pia, who is lowkey and good. I enjoyed the mellow vibe of the salon. I'm not sure what the non-introductory price is, but there's a very good chance I will make my way over in a matter of weeks to find out. read more

I went here once, and she really styled my hair well only for 25 dollars. I was in hurry and thought to try this out as it was near to my place. I felt she cut it too short but that gave me uniq look, I wanted it short as it was summer time and I was fade up of maintaining it. I would try it 2nd time soon. read more

I don't know who answers the phone at this salon but wow do they need some customer service training. I just tried to make an appointment for my Mum to get a ladies hair cut and was told "no we are fully booked" in a short sharp tone and was hung up on. read more

Expert color and stylist .... wonderful salon with great prices and excellent service Love my highlights and hair cut this is my second visit read more

Good price and lady cutting my hair was very sweet. Although definitely not going back. Lady at the front and answering the phone was very rude and saying things like "why do you want to do pink? A few strands maybe but all over no" and it was immediately very off putting. Like I said the lady cutting my hair was very sweet but when I got home and checked it out more the back of my hair looks like a hacksaw was taken to it. Really botchy chops. Not cute I'd much prefer excellence and a little higher price than what this left me with. Welp now I know for next time! Overall left sad :( read more

Dahlia. That's all. She knows color better than salons who charge triple what she charges. I didn't even make an appointment because I figured she would need to see my hair first since I was a new client. They have a ton of repeat customers who only go there for their hair needs. My new salon and I couldn't be more thrilled! read more

I came here to get a blunt cut a while ago and it came out looking so clean and neat. Out of all the places I go to to get a straight blunt cut, Hair Team does it the best. My hair grew out very nicely after a while in comparison to when I would get a cut at another salon. read more

My friend and I came here for a spontaneous cut and color and were completely impressed! My hair is exactly the color I wanted and my friends looks beautiful blonde and healthy! Thank you hair team (: read more

Dalia! Dalia! Dalia! Dalia's owned this salon for 30 years & she is no-nonsense & so, so talented. This hole-in-the-wall salon has a "Steel Magnolias" in LA feel - sassy Dalia is a trip & she's not afraid to tell you why you shouldn't have a certain style or color. As a result, she has devoted followers of all generations & ive seen some of the best hair walk out of here. Cash only & once you get your bill, you won't give AF about this minor inconvenience... I'd pay in gold bars if that's all she accepted. I once paid $400 for a cut/color, blocks away from this place, & it looked terrible (although I did lose weight bc I couldn't afford food for 2 weeks). These women know great hair & they do it all day! read more

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Hair fail. I was excited to try this place because of the reviews and the $18 price for new customers. Had I known what was in store, I would've paid the normal price at a decent salon and saved myself the hassle. I arrived promptly for my hair appointment, then sat in the waiting room (or rather, waiting nook) for an hour. AN HOUR. When one of the stylists finally decided to grace me with her presence, I was rushed in and out of the chair in about 15 minutes. Apparently, someone lit a fire under her butt. Unfortunately, it resulted in a shoddy haircut. By that point, I was dying to get the hell out of there. I went to pay my $18 bill - and it ended up being closer to $40. When I asked why that was, the lady replied, "Haircut is extra. Did I forget to mention that?" If there was a "Dislike" button for this salon on Facebook, I would be pressing it with fervor. read more

When I called to make an appointment, Dalia answered the phone with just a, "Hello?" I asked, "Is this Hair Team?" "Yes, this is the salon, what you need??" I'm not going into further detail but the phone call was abrupt, short, and left me feeling a little bullied. I thought, "How unprofessional!" But I was glad she granted me a same day appointment on a Saturday. And for $18, I wasn't going to complain. Off I went to the salon. The place is small and when I got there I was led to the back to get my hair washed, or so I thought. The chick (I think her name was Lily?) asked me if I had washed my hair yet and when I said yes, she said that was good because all we needed to do was rinse my hair then. Hey, I like getting my hair washed at the salon! The shampoos smell good and I like the head massage. Oh well, this is all costing me 18 bucks, right? After getting my hair wet, Pia accepts the task of cutting my hair. My hair hadn't been cut in a year and it was just long and drab. I told her I wanted layers. Doh! My bad, I forgot to tell her that I didn't want any face-framing layers so she cut the first layers around my face chin-length. Argh! I hate dealing with short layers but I take the blame for that. She didn't cut more off than I asked and when I said I wanted to grow out my bangs, she incorporated them into the style. I was pleased. Whilst getting my hair cut, Dalia sat behind me chatting up a storm while eating her lunch. She's the same as she is on the phone but in person, she's pretty funny and not that abrasive. I guess she just has a strong personality. So the cut is done and I'm ready for the blowdry. Oh no! The cut does not include blowdry. This is the first time I've got my hair cut and have to pay extra for it to be dried and styled. Well, I opted out but I felt weird because I have a layered cut and I was not going to see it dry before leaving the salon. I go to pay and aack! Cash only. I had to go next door to the bar and use their ATM machine. So for my haircut, I paid $18 + $2 ATM fee + $5 tip = $25 I get home, blow dry my hair, and all I feel is discouraged. It's not exactly what I wanted and I'm bummed. I think, "I'm never going back there again!" But two days later, after a little growth, I'm digging my new cut! The layers work and it looks fine. Now I'm thinking that I probably will go back when I need a cheap cut. So yeah, I recommend this place. Just keep in mind you're only paying 18 bucks so don't expect too much of an experience but you'll definitely leave with a quality cut. read more

PROS: Pia is great. She made sure she was cutting off no more than the length I was hoping for. CONS: Simply put, Dalia (the owner) is a bully. While Pia was cutting my hair, I watched Dalia berate a customer for putting in a barette (!?). When another customer apologized for coming in early, Dalia snapped "Sit down. Read your book." She also loudly complained about a customer who came in late - thankfully that person was getting shampooed and probably didn't hear anything. Dalia also tried up upsell me on a $26 blowdry which she said was supposedly necessary because of the cut I wanted (?!). I'm sorry, but if I'm coming to a salon for an $18 haircut, I'm not going to pay an additional $26 for a blowdry. Ugh. I can deal with pushy, but this was ridiculous. I won't be going back which is a bummer because again, Pia is fab. read more

Since I've moved to Los Angeles 4 years ago, I've been searching for my "go-to" salon. I'm very picky about my hair, always looking for some place that offers good cuts, at affordable prices. I guess I'm used to paying cheap prices in taiwan for wonderful haircuts. However, I don't go back that often, so I've been continuing my search. Sad to say, I don't think i've found it yet. As a student on a budget, I was really attracted to Hair Team's $18 first-time customer price. (It's $29 for men and women after the first time). I decided to take the bus since I wasn't comfortable. It was very easy to find, and I called the salon to let them know I was coming; they were VERY friendly! I walked in, and Pia washed and cut my hair. I didn't bring a picture (which might have been much more helpful), but I figured I only needed to cut a few inches off (my hair was very damaged at the ends) and layer my hair (and shorten my bangs), so I didn't think to bring a picture. The atmosphere was very friendly, and i felt comfortable right away. The other reviewers are right, it IS like a loud family in there; it was very entertaining! So why 4 stars, and not 5? I guess my cut wasn't what I was really looking for. However, for those that like more blunt cuts, this cut that I got might be more suitable. I like "asian-style cuts", and although my layers were REALLY NICE, the bottom of my hair was too blunt for my tastes. For example, when I tie it up in a ponytail, it looks like someone just used scissors to chop off my ponytail; it looks flat, rather than having a nice pointed end. However, that doesn't make it a BAD hair cut per se, just wasn't what I was looking for) This is more the type of hair that I prefer: (notice that the ends are feathered out and wispy, rather than blunt cut) http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd290/j4x0n/YuriEbihara01.jpg http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/kyofansnk/YuriEbihara.jpg http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/04i965LbtNa1S/610x.jpg This is more the type of cut I got: (imagine it a longer version, just past my shoulders) http://www.hairstylestalk.com/images/elisha-bob.jpg I have really thick, dark asian hair, and unless I straighten or blow dry it with a brush, It looks puffy because it's so thick and the ends aren't thinned out. I'm more of a "wash and go" type of girl, and I usually just dry my hair naturally. :( HOWEVER, I wish I could give 4.5 stars because the service was superb! Pia also spent time teaching me tips on how to blow dry or curl my hair. I definitely recommend this place to others. Maybe If i had brought pictures in, I would have gotten what I wanted? Pia did say that she could emulate any type of hair cut However, I"m not sure I can afford $29 (before tips) in this economy. :( I guess I'll have to wait a few months before I spend that type of money again. OVerall, great service! They are very accomodating. read more

Called in yesterday for an appointment and got squeezed in at the same day! The salon itself was not huge but has a homey atmosphere. It's clean and I love that it's not packed. I came in for a highlight and purchased the yelp deal. Dalia was doing someone else's hair when I came in so she told me to sit down. While she's still doing her other customer, she asked what I wanted and what my hair went through (talk about multitasking!). I told her that I wanted a highlight but don't want something too light since it's my first time highlighting my hair. She said she got it and told me to get an ashy blonde highlight. I was scared honestly after hearing the word 'blonde' because I don't want to be seen like an Asian who's trying too hard lol. But then she seemed like she knew what she's doing so I trust her to do whatever color she thought will look good on me. At first I wanted a light brown color for my highlight but then she said that a brown will turn out to be red/orange in Asian hair and it won't look like a highlight. That's why she pick ashy blonde (which turned out to be dirty-blonde strikes on my hair). Dalia is AMAZING!! Thank you so much!! Her choice of color blends perfectly on my brown ombre hair!! It sure made my hair color looks lighter but it still looks very natural. I LOVE my new highlighted hair! After the deal, my total came out to $63 + tip, and it includes highlight, conditioning treatment and edge trims. HOW AWESOME IS THAT! Dalia also gave me a quick tip on blow drying to make my hair wavy and volumized. Dalia is a straightforward person whom some people may think that she's rude. But I think she's honest and realistic and has a unique personality. Some people came in wanting this and that; but that might not look good on you and she'll tell you that. Just trust whatever she said, let her creativity and expertise decide. She really knows what she's doing. I mean yea you don't get the most amazing service like other pricey salons, but at hair team- they speak quality. Thanks Dalia, you're awesome! Will be back for sure. read more

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Very nice and talented! She was able to do a haircut that fit me, while following my wishes!!

To be honest...I was a bit skeptical about the price, much lower than the average per se. However, I didn't want to drive & this was the only place that answered my call. I've paid upwards of $300 for a haircut at places like Umberto and Chris McMillan. However, I must say I really like my new hair cut by Pia. (Perhaps better than those over-priced haircuts.) She cut with confidence :-) and also gave me lots of helpful tips on where to buy fresh produce. I will definitely return! read more

So I tried this place out because of all the other positive reviews on yelp and because it is in my neighborhood. I don't have a lot of money to spend on my hair because I have so many other monkeys on my back that I would rather spend my limited cash on (fine wining, dining and cooking, and clothes mostly). The five stars are related to the price of the haircut and my 1 experience here. 1 star because: I called the morning of my much needed trim to make an appointment and they scheduled me the same day AND I didn't have to wait for more than 5 minutes upon arrival. It was busy when I walked in. All of the chairs were full and only 2 stylists there. 1 star because Dahlia was sooooo friendly and I always feel a bit awkward in a new salon situation and coming up with small talk. I did not feel at all uncomfortable. She is very sweet but firm. 1 star because I am really happy with my hair cut and Dahlia worked hard to make me happy, stopping every so often to ask if the length was okay. (which I loved) and giving me little tips on grooming for the post salon experience. My man was VERY appreciative when I got home from more compliments over drinks with friends. 1 star for ambiance: the atmosphere was a little hole in the wallish but charming. Don't expect all the glitz and glamour of most BH and WeHo salons. 1 star for being so inexpensive but still maintaining professionalism. Like I said I don't have a lot of money. I need to look for a job. That is why I got this trim but I will return for coloring when I find one. Thanks Dahlia. See you soon (hopefully). read more

As some of the other reviews here have said, Dalia can come off a bit strong. However, soon after sitting down in her chair, you learn that she truly knows what she's doing. I have fine hair and went in for a trim. I didn't want too much off, just enough to keep it looking healthy. Dalia gave me a handful of suggestions about how to make it fuller, including using dry shampoo between washes and blow-drying it upside-down. I've been doing both with great results! One of my favorite lines of hers was: "People usually get put off when I give them advice about their hair, but I'm a professional. I know what I'm doing." It's true! Don't be offended if she tells you that highlights would add to your look or if a shorter 'do is for you. I would trust her and will definitely go back for some color once I donate the 10 inches I'm aspiring to. And I can't even say enough about the prices! I'll take the pared down salon with an $18 haircut over the trendy place that charges $80 any day! P.S. Bring cash or check! They don't take credit cards! read more

I absolutely love the team at Hair Team! I decided to go because of the deal on Yelp the first time. I didn't realize that I was walking into this hidden gem! I'm the type of person who is looking for a hair stylist who knows what's trendy and what would look most flattering on me. That exactly what I get every time! If you are looking for an affordable and friendly hair salon, with all the knowledge of hair given to you by the experts, then this is the place for you! read more

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I went to Hair Team for the first time based on all of the excellent reviews I read here on yelp, and especially given the $18 price tag, I was not disappointed. Although Dalia cut my hair surprisingly quickly (she had a long line of other women whose hair she was attending to, and her business partner was out of town), she cut it with the confident and swift hand of someone with years of experience. I was considering getting a chin-length bob, but Dalia strongly encouraged me not to, saying that since I'm tall, I need to have long, layered hair. I'm not sure I entirely agree with her absolutism, but the fact that she had such strong opinions was refreshing to me. I'm of the opinion that when I go to a stylist, I want them to advise me on how to look my best, and I find it irritating that so many stylists seem afraid to use their own artistic vision in negotiating a cut or color job. I did end up going with something completely new- I got bangs for the first time, and I still can't believe I trusted them to a stylist who was brand new to me. Dalia's personality is the type that inspires confidence, though, and so too did the half-dozen other women who came through during my time at the salon, all regulars of Dalia for years, and all clearly adoring fans. While I'm really happy with the addition of bangs, the cut just doesn't seem to fall as well as other ones I've gotten... I still think the value is good for the price, and I'm looking forward to going back to see Dalia when the salon is not quite so slammed. CASH ONLY Also of note: an hour or two in Hair Team salon is a thoroughly entertaining experience. read more

Good hair trim and nice people :) Not a frills and thrills place, but that's okay with me as I don't need all of thee above. The only thing that made me a little sad is that it is Cash only...I never ever have cash on me...they have a ATM but still the hassle pulling cash etc. I plan on coming back though :) read more

Gotta love the first timer discount. Pia gave me a great cut that I almost wasn't brave enough to go for. She really listened to what I wanted and I walked out with a funky, easy to style chin length cut with assymetric bangs. I started this review when I got that cut, and never finished it. as i type this, i'm an hour away from my second hair team cut, and i hope i'll be just as pleased as i was last time. read more

Had a great time here! Came in for blonde highlights. Dalia is very straight forward. She told me she might not be able to do full blonde highlights on my hair because it was full of so many colors (true, I dye my hair a lot), but she took me anyway. I told her I wanted a very natural blonde and she knew exactly what I wanted! What I like most is that she is very fast and knows what she's doing. She honestly just knows what is best for your hair. Sometimes people ask for things that are impossible to achieve, but Dalia is very realistic and people tend to take that as rude. I bought the yelp deal ($25 for $45) and paid $45 at the salon, so all together I paid around $70 plus tip for some amazing blonde highlights! Where you gonna find that in LA?? So happy I came here. Definitely coming back when I need a touch up. Edit: it looked good when I first got it, only to realize she cheated and didn't start my highlights at the scalp of my head. Also looked like stripes on my head. She is a good colorist but not great. read more

This place was the start to a fantastic day. I drove all night from Phoenix and arrived in Los Angeles needing some hair renovations. I just haven't been able to find a stylist in Phoenix that I like and thought LA might have better options for me while I was in town. Enter Hair Team. I found them on Yelp, bought the deal, called to see if they could take me and walked up Fairfax for about 15 minutes, ready for a cut, color and any good advice I could get. Bless them for taking a same-day appointment. It was busy, laid-back, cute and lacked the salon pretense that bothers me sometimes. The space was clean and there were knowledgeable people working there, from Lili doing the wash and color application, Dalia doing the consultation and project managing and Pia doing the cut. It felt like it was all regulars or referrals there; women were comfortable and just going to the closet in the back to get their own smocks, talking freely, behaving the way people do when they are right at home. Men were also hanging out or getting haircuts and looked like they fit right in. I hadn't been able to get the right bob for years and had been forced into a-line or flapper territory several times. Not at Hair Team, Dalia and Pia understood my desires and how little I want to mess with my hair every day and created a style that agrees with that. It has been a couple days and I'm still really happy with the service, price and result. I have paid the same amount for just color in Arizona, so to get everything I needed for a tidy out-the-door price was spectacular. Dalia does not mess around. My mother has a similarly blunt way of communicating, so I was right at home. I was sending some work emails while I waited for the various parts of my services to be done and Dalia pointed at my phone and said, "If I took that away from you right now, would you not know what to do?" I thought it was funny and it allowed me to iterate my overly-considerate cell use standards. I don't talk on the phone in public, I duck into a corner. I don't text all day but answer work emails when I'm not in the office. Politely. Just as my hair was about to be done/ready, none other than Forrest Day walked in for some "urgent manscaping" (his words). Before that moment, I had never heard of Forrest Day, but he invited me to their show next door at Irish pub Molly Malone's later the same night. He told me to get a CD sampler from the dudes in the van outside. I did, I listened, Googled them, liked what I saw/heard and went to the show. The show was incredible and the perfect start to my time in LA. I have Hair Team to thank for being the catalyst for a wonderful first day in town all around. Four stars gets bumped to five for being unique and affordable. I shall return. read more