Had such a great experience here. Helen and the entire team were exceptional -- truly top-tier customer service from start to finish. Super welcoming, attentive, and genuinely hospitable, which makes such a difference. You can tell they really care about their clients and the experience they're creating. I felt comfortable, taken care of, and appreciated the whole time. Highly recommend -- I'll definitely be back! They do nails and hair !! And a spa!!! read more

DO NOT GO TO HELEN!!!! I went to get a honey blonde blended highlight and showed her the inspiration photo attached. I asked for a root smudge to make sure the grow out looks nice because I have naturally black hair. After talking to me for about a minute long and rushed consultation, she used non bleach lifter on my entire head from root to tip, turning my hair orange and breaking my base which cannot be undone. When I told her it was orange she said "it's not orange you just think it's orange". She also said "you're just not used to being light just give it a week". She rushed me out of the salon because she had another client waiting. I told her later that I didn't like it and showed her the photos, yet she still would not admit that she made a mistake. I asked for a refund and she didn't respond to me, which is extremely rude and unprofessional. What Helen did is costing me a lot of money because I had to pay for a color correction and consistently need to tone the orange that she permanently lifted my hair to. Please do not go to her!!!!! read more

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Helen did an amazing job on my hair and got me in last minute, she was very kind and also gave me a great haircut read more

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I went to La Bella Salon today for the first time for color and highlights, service was great and Helen did an awesome job with my hair. She took her time and was very careful not to damage my hair and was very honest. I recommend her and will be going back as a regular customer. Thank you Helen read more

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I've been going there for a while now for haircuts and styles. I got my hair cut and dyed by Helen she did a wonderful job. She is always on time and never disappoints. I highly recommend this place. read more

La Bella Salon - Hair dye cut and style did a beautiful job thanks Helen. - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came in a day prior asking if they could help fix my hair, because I went and messed it up with box dye. And when I walked in staff was already very kind and friendly, and was able to schedule me the next day with one of the stylists named Helen. When I came in the next day Helen was so kind and insightful throughout the entire process. She fixed my hair color, gave me a haircut and a hair treatment. All went perfectly and timely, and I appreciate her so much. I highly recommend this salon and Helen specifically as well, I definitely will be coming back myself! read more

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I have known Helen (owner) for at least 22 years. I decided to let my natural grey grow out about 4 years ago. I called Helen, I told her I'm ready to look young again...lol! She got me in quickly, I showed her a picture of what I wanted, and the outcome was on point Her work is absolutely amazing as always, she definitely knows what she's doing Thank you Helen read more

Helen at La Bella Salon again did her magic. She creatively found her way to color my roots and apply low lights to my bleached hair. This color suits me so well and my hair looks and feels so healthy. Color is really tricky and you can't just go anywhere and expect these type of results. By making it very affordable, she made it possible for me to have the type of blonde I dreamed of. She is also an expert with the scissors. read more

La Bella Salon - My Sand hair color - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Popped in spontaneously just this past Wednesday. Provided a picture of the style/color I like to Helen and she told me she can do it and that she's available same day if I wanted to get my hair done. I said OK! I took a chance with a new stylist and Helen did not disappoint! My hair was dull and in desperate need for some color after I had it cut a month ago and now it has beautiful highlights. Love it! See before and after pictures. Thank you, Helen, for your time and flexibility! Appreciate you providing professional advice on my hair. Will be coming back again! :) read more

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Incredibly rude. I called and asked if they had availability. She said she would take me then when I showed up she said they were taking lunch and that I had to wait.... Must not want to service anyone read more

LaBella did a fabulous job! Called them at the last minute on a Sunday because my prior plans fell through and they were able to accommodated me. I was very pleased with the end result and so grateful as I had a wedding event that afternoon. 5 stars read more

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Helen always delivers! She ALWAYS does the absolute best! NEVER DISAPPOINTS. Wonderful and friendly staff. Pictures speak for itself read more

La Bella Salon - Amazing job as always ! - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

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Helen did this color. It came out nice I asked for a light pink it came out hot pink. She always cuts my hair good and reshapes my eye brows. This was from 6/12/21 Still had it in my drafts. read more

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It took me a week to decide if I should review or not. I made a last minute decision to go to a nail salon near my office as I had an hour off from work before having to pick up my daughter from daycare. As a working mom who is an essential worker and a primary parent, I don't have the luxury to go frequently. When I do go, I expect to get a good service and end result. I called an made an appointment, and arrived on time. Lisa was waiting for me and immediately escorted me to a pedi station. She persuaded me to go with gel like many nail tech do anywhere else. I went with the suggestion. There wasn't a pricing board or list anywhere. When asked the gel mani+pedi was $55 (+$1 for venmo cost). I went with it and picked white as I had a photo session in the coming days. She asked if I wanted that or french. I said a solid white. As she begins the pedi she consulted on length of nails. Soon after I realized I was going to be in for a different experience. She began cutting my cuticles really short, and also cut my big toes deeply on the corners to create a slimmer shape. One my left foot she cut and pressed down under the nail causing the pointed end to sharply poke the sensitive skin. One cuticle on my right foot was cut too short or something and was stinging the whole time. While the pedi was happening, small talk was happening. Alot of it was pushing services on including that I should get highlights, "don't you like highlights? I can do it while you sit there". It didn't help that one of the first comments was "oh, you have so many grays for a young person". The comments and "offering" of services such as blackhead treatments, highlights and more continued. Comments about my having one child and I should have more also was unwarranted and opinion based, and not needed. While I was getting the mani, now at a mani station, a woman was getting finished up with her hair appointment and was loudly saying someone had messed it up, and she shouldn't have had to come back to have a new person fix it. Lisa had gotten up from my nails and walked over the the complaining client and the tech. I couldn't help but feel like this is how many clients are experiencing services. While she stepped away I noticed a previous client who had doe in her hair was also waiting for the fixer to finish up with the complaining client. Now that my mani is being painted, I notice the layers of gel are uneven, and gloppy on some ends. Even a dust particle or something was stuck, and she didn't even try to get it out. In my pictures you can see edges not being finished off with a top coat, or it's bumpy. Needless to say, I won't go back. I'd rather wait until I can get away and spend the needed time to relax and trust the process. read more

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the hairstyle I wanted, and after she finished, it was 100% identical to what I envisioned. She completely understood the subtle adjustments I needed, making the final result absolutely perfect. Her attention to detail and skill are truly outstanding. I couldn't be happier with the experience, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top-notch haircut! read more

Helen did a great job with my hair. My hair was very brassy to start. Now feel so fresh and ready for summer! read more

La Bella Salon - Balayage by Helen. Love it! - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

I recently got my hair done with Helen and I absolutely adore it! I requested a reverse ombré going from blonde to black and She killed it. Helen blended my hair so well. She is very experienced and has great technique. I have been going to her for years and every single time she delivers what I ask. I will never stop getting my hair done with her read more

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This place is so shady that they can charge you anything that they want and run a super corrupt business right in front of you. First of all, they don't take credit cards and accept venmo and cash. If you pay by venmo, they will charge you more. Wow! What kind of a business are you running? They don't have any listed prices and increase the prices on the fly. I went for a kids haircut which i was told over phone is 13$ by Helen and was ultimately charged 15$ because that's what they wanted. They will use dirty rags over you full of filth and quality of work is super bad. Forget a simple decent haircut because they can't offer that. Totally a waste of money and time working with these people. Horrible experience read more

Helen did an amazing job on my daughter's hair exactly what she asked for! Been going to her for many years with my own hair cuts, styles and highlights! I'd highly recommend all of the ladies at La Bella Salon! Thank you Helen!! read more

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My hair is so uneven and it was dyed but it has several different colors!!!!! What the fuck did I pay 100+ for??????????!!!!!! Thank for ruining my hair. I highly recommend going to a well known salon. Only reason why I gave 1 star was because I can't give ZERO stars. read more

Helen is amazing she did exactly what I asked for and at a reasonable price and time! Highly recommended! read more

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I am happy when I let Helen highlight my hair. She really do good job. The price is reasonable and she is very nice lady. Thanks a lot and I hope you will have more customers read more

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Decided I wanted to try a new salon for my haircut. Filtered "most reviewed" and this place popped up rather quickly with 4 stars. It was the perfect affordable haircut. I called ahead and was told to come in 30 minutes later. I arrived and Queenie was very kind and friendly. She helped me right away and started by washing my hair. I wasn't really sure the cut I wanted so we talked about the options and I decided on layers. She did a wonderful job! It looks so fresh and clean now! $25 for the cut. I'll definitely go back! A lot of cheaper cuts are quick and impersonal, but Queenie really took the time to make it a fulfilling experience. read more

La Bella Salon - Layers done by Queenie - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Kristen C. recommended this salon to me and was also nice enough to join me in getting a haircut. $35 for an oil treatment shampoo and a cut is quite a good deal these days. It's $25 for a shampoo and cut without the oil treatment, but as quoted by Dana, my hair is "so so dry, too dry, wow oh my so dry, need the oil." At first I was like ok, that's not very nice to say, but then I realized she's very right. My hair is dry as sh*t because I often iron curl it and will 9/10 times avoid brushing my hair. So alright Dana, oil up my hair girl! I like yelp for a few reasons-- it can prepare me for what I'm about to get myself into based on insights from others. Yelp helped me prepare for the following at this salon: 1. I knew to be ready to turn down the up selling tactics. 2. Apparently Helen is amazing stated by multiple reviews. I tried requesting her but she was booked up for the day. The up selling is common here. If you're really trying not to cash out on products, be prepared to say no thank you a lot during your visit at this salon. You can be a liar pants on fire like me and say "oh thanks but I already own that at home" ;) So there's been a lot said, but 4 stars? Here's why: It's cheap, your hair really will be saved if it desperately needs saving, and the haircut ain't that bad. Kristen C. and I walked out with baby butt soft hair, Rachel from friends type style hair. We weren't fans of the styling since it was very 90s, but after restyling it at home, we decided our haircuts were much needed. If you've been the type to usually spend more $$ for high quality cuts, this wouldn't be the right salon. But if you're looking for a decent job for a good price, then do try them out. read more

Helen's been cutting my hair for years and the woman knows what I like. I've paid double the price of what she charges and the outcome isn't nearly as good as when I come to Helen's, but maybe that's what happens when you establish history with your stylist. Don't come here expecting an ultra luxurious salon. It's a perfectly equipped salon with many hair chairs and a side dedicated to manis and pedis. It's spacious and the women working there are nice, albeit sometimes they can talk your ear off when you're trying to be zen but this isn't exactly the type of establishment to get your zen on. It's usually full of patrons and activity. I'm a very simple hair person. I don't get my hair "did", I just get it trimmed. Get those nasty split ends outta here! I have side bangs so that's the only thing I'm super particular about but Helen does a great job catering to my needs and if you need her to fix something or show your hair some more love, she will do it. My haircut along with a hair mask is super affordable and less than $50 which is a steal in my book. The only thing I super dislike about this place is the location. Sometimes you get homeless wandering outside in the parking lot or in front of the store and it can be a little off-putting. read more

Helen did amazing with my hair. Have been going to so many hair salons and none of them got me to what I wanted. Helen did her miracle. I love it read more

Love the way Helen does my hair... she is awesome... Update: Tried a new look this time and Helen rocked it as usual... read more

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I recommend Helen hair stylist I went to another salon had me ruined my highlights I had before when I asked what shampoo or highlights she had me totally ruined my hair after I just got highlighted for my birthday a week ago. Wednesday I went to La Bella hair salon she was able to fix my hair and even look better than how I imagine she takes her time she makes your hair look gorgeous. Put the smile on a happy customer she does serval other things Then just I do recommend her if you're looking for a good hairstylist salon. She also does appointments Make note they only take cash only? But it is worth getting your hair done. You will not regret it read more

Queenie is the best. She's been cutting my hair for 7 years now and I love how thorough she is and does exactly how you want your hairstyle to be like. Five stars. read more

I've been coming here on a regular basis ever since my hair stylist, Helen, left her previous salon to open up her own place. Helen is great. She really takes the time to make sure she's doing a good job on your hair. I don't have any complaints! Her salon offers many services... hair extensions, chemical straightening, eye lash extensions, eye lash perm, waxing, eyebrow tatoo'ing, facial and massage, manicures, pedicures and bridal hair and make up. Whatever you're feeling, she's got it for you. The salon's been open for less than a year so all the equipment is new and Helen makes sure her shop stays clean all the time. She is located right at the corner of 11th Street and Santa Clara Street. And the best thing about this place is that it has its own parking lot! This is much appreciated considering most of Downtown San Jose is based off metered parking and paid parking garages. Call and make your appointment today! Helen will take care of you. =) read more

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Yesterday, I was frantically finding an opened salon. Who knew that most are closed on Monday's AND for Easter?! I was having an Elle Woods moment and totally needed and update on my three-week old a-line. After much disappointment, I finally came across this gem on Yelp and was thrilled it was by my work. I called and Helen told me my trim would be $18 for shampoo and styling. WHAT. I've never had a haircut this cheap. I quickly drove by and walked in. I barely sat down for a millisecond when Helen guided me over to the shampoo area. I got my hair shampooed and conditioned and then sat me on a chair. She spent a LOT of time on my short hair! I told her exactly how I want it (don't trim bangs, only trim the front to rid of split ends and cut the back) and she said okay. I was nervous as most of the photos on Yelp are only nails so I wasn't sure how the stylists would be. To my surprise when she turned me over, I LOVED IT! I've never said this about any cut I've ever had before. Helen invited me back to get my nails done at a very decent price for Shellac and I'm going to take her up on that offer in about three weeks. :)) read more

I've gone here for years and Helen always does my hair. The prices are always reasonable and she does an excellent job. They have plenty of parking and it's located in a convenient location. She always finds a way to fit me in to her busy schedule. Jessica always does my nails and she does an outstanding job! I love their comfy massage chairs that I get to enjoy during my pedicure. Thanks Helen & Jessica, you're the best! read more

I've been going to this salon for about a year now. I love it! I've had 3 haircuts with Helen, and 1 with another woman there, and although I adore Helen and prefer her, they were both wonderful. What I would say is the best about this place is that they actually listen to how you want your hair done. If you have a picture, they will match it to the best of their abilities, no questions asked. If you have a hairstyle you are curious about and want to try, they will give you their HONEST opinion about whether or not they think it will look nice, but regardless will do whatever you want without pushing you another direction. I recently came here for a Balayage Brown Hair coloring session and deep oil treatment. In total, the session lasted about 3 hours with dye, treatment, and styling. I am new to this the coloring world and never pamper myself by having my hair professionally done, so I was a bit taken aback by the price which was $140 for color and deep oil treatment, but I was very happy with the results and opted for it! I would highly recommend this salon and know I will be back. read more

La Bella Salon - Balayage Brown Coloring - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

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For the first time ever I have found a stylist who is excellent in all ways. I wanted to pass down my compliments as a credit to "Helen". She works magically on the hair and as a person she is sweet and comforting while your getting your haircut. I took my friend too and she has also been complimented equally. Helen thank you for making me look great . I highly recommended her and take appoint if possible. Walk-in are appreciated. read more

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I've known Helen from more than 15 years she's giving me haircuts my mom my grandmother my aunt's and my oldest but today she gave my 4 yr old daughter her first hair cut and she loves her new do Thanks Helena read more

La Bella Salon - Her first Hair Cut - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Originally, I loved my gel manicure. It was this beautiful pink and seemed like they were done well. I had my nails done Sunday and by Tuesday some of my nails had turned a weird beige/yellow color. It seemed like the top coat was what was turning color so I'm not sure if it was defected. Overall I'm pretty disappointed and sad that the manicure did not last. A gel manicure is pretty cheap if it's only $15 but not worth it if it doesn't even last a couple days. Only real reason why I'm giving 2 stars is because the ladies were kind enough to share their food with us on that Sunday which was Chinese New Year. read more

La Bella Salon - My nails after a couple days. The thumb nail is the one with the most discoloration. Went to another salon to get them redone. - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Awesome! Whole heartedly. I'll preface this with the fact that I was wary to come here based on other reviews. I was so pleasantly surprised. We called ahead and were seen right away. The massage chairs were awesome. The pedicure was the most thorough I've ever had! I don't think my feet/toenails have ever been so clean and tidy. The leg/foot massage could have been a bit longer but it was definitely sufficient. For $15, a pedicure here is absolutely worth it. I'll be back. Highlights: Clean Friendly/attentive: call ahead Very thorough Relaxing Great value! read more

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Thao did it again! I came in for a huuuge haircut because my hair's been getting too long and unmanageable. She did my friend and I with such ease and precision that I came out so happy. My hair went from long and layered to now a short layered bob =) Pictures will be posted soon! read more

La Bella Salon - Fresh short hair for spring & summer :) - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Slow, damaging work and rude service - I wish I could give a lower rating! I only came here because it happened to be close by at the time but I shouldn't have been so lazy. I walked in and asked for a gel mani and regular pedicure. After several attempts to communicate with a worker, I was quoted $20 for the gel mani and $16 for the pedi + $1 for card charges. Sounded great! I picked my colors and was told to wait in the pedi chair and soak my feet. While I was in the chair, the first woman started doing my nails. She sat to my side so that I had to stay in an uncomfortable twisted position while she slowly cleaned my nails. I've never seen slower, messier work. After several minutes I had to tell her to stop because I was bleeding a decent amount and all of my nails were a complete mess- ruined! The skin around EACH AND EVERY ONE of my nails was torn and my nails were cut into uneven square-like shapes even though I asked for round. She apologized, but the damage was done. The pedicure was good, though! If you come here- come for that. A second lady did my pedicure and she was careful and really gave great service. The cleanliness wasn't looking too good- I had to specifically ask them to change out old water and some of the tools. Good thing I didn't stay here. Now- when it was time for me to pay, I was told to pay the $16 for the pedicure, of course, AND $10 for my "manicure". I insisted that I shouldn't have to pay that for my bleeding, torn-skin, beyond-repair nails. A younger lady working on someone's eyebrows started yelling at me repeatedly from across the room that I got a manicure so I have to pay the $10. Finally, the manager came over and insisted that the pedicure lady could finish it for me. I somewhat trusted her work, but I just needed to get out of that hot place (no/little AC?) ASAP. I ended up paying $5 for my hands and the $16 for pedicure + $1 card charge before Lyfting away to Valley Nails (see that review). Cheap prices, but I'd pay to never go there again. My fingers looked AWFUL and they HURT - and I got yelled at for that! This place is NOT worth the risk. read more

So I and my wife stopped at here some time ago. Before continuing 1) Both of us are foreigners (so please find the following some criticism and not insult to any foreigner) 2) We know it's a $ salon and not high end. We didn't expect too much except some normal service for the price. Summary =============================== Extremely dirty, rude, trying to force you to buy product, ruin your hair and then they charge full price. If interested, please read till the end. Cleanness: =============================== (intend to report this place to the state bar) 1) The barber dropped the comb he was using on my wife to the ground and he picked it up and continued using it! (no washing, no replacing) where .... 2) There were piles of hair on the ground already. I guess they simply haven't broom since they opened the salon in the morning (we were there in the afternoon). Customer understanding/communication =============================== 1) My wife showed the picture that she wants and specifically asked for (a) TRIMMING and (b) told the barber to leave the bangs below eyes (she had her hair long for more than a year and it was very long). We have attached some images, so please take a look at the end pages of the photo section... At the end, The barber cut more than 10 inches of her hair and left the bang a couple of inches above eyebrow. My wife was literally crying at this moment. We are foreigners ourselves. We have lived in US for more than 10 years so we have some fair but understandable accent as we have no problem elsewhere (hinting not our fault). As a final reminder, we had repeated multiple times what we wanted and the barber verified his understanding as we explained the same things to his colleagues in the salon and he acknowledged. Accuracy =============================== I have attached some photos of ours. As I said, I also needed some haircut. And while my wife was crying as she lost her long hairs she kept for year in less than a few minutes, I was trying to pacify her that it would grow again, it's not that bad and so on (her hair made her looked like a crazy person honestly at that moment)... so we get home and I notice that my barber had not leveled my side-burns and not only that ... she had messed in back of my hair and then she tried to fixing it by shaving by razor my hair end one inch up. Greediness =============================== After the masterpiece we received on our hair (while they were constantly trying to sell us stuff)... no apologies from their side and they asked for the full price as nothing has happened. We did not insult or use any foul words as we paid the full price though in my opinion, I should have brought that into their eyes. Again I know it's a cheap salon, but think again before you go there. They do whatever they want to and who knows how dirty are those razors ... read more

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