Level 10 is a fabulous salon. I have been a client of Erica's for 20+ years and she never disappoints. I always leave my appointment looking and feeling great. She is an amazing stylist!! read more

Loved my haircut today! I was in desperate need to cut off all of my damaged ends and get my hair razored. I came in looking dry and disheveled but left feeling glowing. My hair is shining and I think it'll keep for a few weeks. I'm so glad I found a salon that I can trust! Amazing. read more

Level 10 Studio - Before and after - Hair Salons Near Me - San Carlos, California

Warning, do not go here. This review is for Erica Malfatti , Took all my money to get a Brazilian and root cover. My friends pointed at me when they saw me that the back of my hair all are gray Plus my hair is drier, fizzier and curlier than before. She damaged my hair by using cheap products. When I sent photo and attended personally in her salon she raised her voice and taken down at me,Do not go here and look at the condition of my hair. read more

Level 10 Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - San Carlos, California

Not sure why it's taken me so long to write this review but I love this studio! The girls here are so nice and welcoming and every time I see them I leave in a better mood :) It's just a good energy. If you're looking for a new stylist you honestly can't go wrong with any of them. :) read more

1. I didn't find Brande through Level 10. I followed her from San Jose because she has worked miracles with my hair and I trust no one else. I have frizzy, very difficult curls. Before going to Brande, I mostly kept my hair in a ponytail except on the rare occasions it behaved. That occasion is now every single day. She's cut my hair three times now, and the second two she did highlights. I've never felt more confident or happy with my hair. 2. Not only is Brande incredibly skilled, she is very sweet, personable, and full of energy. She isn't just nodding along when you talk, she'll really listen and talk right back. 3. The salon itself is a great environment. Nice wide open spaces, tasteful decor, bright lighting, but not glaringly so. The hot cocoa was even really good. Best stylist I've ever had, great salon experience. Never been happier. :) read more

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Alyssa is Amazing. I've been going here for years. Feel guilty that I haven't reviewed until today. Honestly , all of the ladies are wonderful , but Alyssa does my hair and my hair has never looked so good. I get compliments ALL THE TIME! Highly recommend this place. Well worth every penny. :) Small Business - Support Family Run Businesses !!! read more

I love the service I get from Erica. She has done my hair for several years now. But in the last 7 years I've relocated to South Carolina.....I still haven't found another Hair Stylist that measures her expertise. She's knowledgeable and very friendly. The salon is very clean and has a refreshing atmosphere. The prices are reasonable and well worth the level of service I receive. My hair is curly & frizzy which has always been a challenge to maintain. She introduced to me to Brazilian Blowout (hair straightening and smoother treatment). OMG...what a difference! I LOVE IT!!! I still have family in the bay area so every time I return to visit them.... an appointment at Level 10 Studio is a MUST!!!! I highly recommend Erica to anyone!!!! She does an amazing job every time! I've included before & after photos of my Brazilian Blowout read more

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I have never been to a salon before, so as can be imagined - I was a little intimidated in my quest for some sort of style. Sporting what must have looked like a Starter Mullet ala Supercuts, I walked in for some hair products. I was graciously welcomed by Wink, and offered a little advice as well in my process of 'growing my hair out'. This got me thinking about actually breaking from the whole Supercuts thing and actually seeking professional help. I made an appointment, and was quickly and easily accommodated. The experience was calm, refreshing, comfortable and did not seem expensive (though I have no basis for real comparison here). I will definitely be back! --Update: For almost a year now, Wink has been the only one to cut my hair - as well as my wife's. I am so glad I happened to walk by and step in that day. We both really enjoy our visits - it's more like stopping in at a friends and looking better when we leave. :) read more

I would follow Wink anywhere as a client and now she has her own salon, a five star! Wink apprenticed early in her career and she dedicated herself to making hair STYLING and COLORING a professional, personalized and so very expert experience for her customers. She gives 300% of her attention and can either help you decide what cut and look is right for you or if you have a specific idea and KNOW what you want she really listens and totally comes through for you. Her salon is small, but warm in atmosphere and decoration and furnished with very modern equipment and product that are up to date, state of the art and the healthiest for hair that can be presently be acquired. She is that phenomenal and if I am in a talkative mood then we have a great rapport and if I am in a quiet mood she focuses on her artistry and we don't talk that much, she is totally professional in being able to detect what sort of mood the client currently has. I have recommended dozens of people over the years to her. I was so excited when she opened her own place and it is fulfilling all my expectations! read more

Truly the best ! Erica is the best stylist I have ever have. She is flexible and a talented stylist. I love my hair... always ! Great casual salon ! read more

This salon is the best one I have ever been too. I have been going there for 4 years now and love it. Erica, the owner and the best stylist I have ever had, she makes you feel so at home in a wonderful atmosphere. She is a warm, caring person who helps you along with your hair decisions and I have always been extremely happy when I leave. I love the place and her team, they are wonderful. read more

This review is for Alyssa: About Alyssa: professional, precise, a pleasure to talk to. About Alyssa's work: she takes it a few steps past professionalism- what this girl does is art. I've been getting ombre+balayage done for over a year now elsewhere, and there has always something amiss. Either there's an obvious border where the blonde hits the brown, or the blonde is too brassy or too high making it look like I'm late for my 5-week root touch up for platinum blonde. I came to Alyssa off of a recommendation, and she delivered. She made my roots a rich, vibrant reddish brown, blended it seamlessly into a perfect shade of multi toned blonde hair, and finished it off with a cut & style. Let me tell you - her cuts are just as good as her color; i left with freshly cut looking hair without feeling like i'd cut any length off at all (isn't that the dream?). As soon as i left i could hardly wait to go back. read more

I can't believe that the person had the experience they mentioned with Liz. She's amazing. She can work with different hair textures, she listens and works with you and when you leave you have a great cut that grows out well. Finally a place I take repeat business. read more

After 12 years I was trying a new stylist and Erika was so good at listening to me and gave me a great hair cut. She also shared tips on how to style it at home myself. It was an amazing experience and I would go to her again for sure! Thank you Erika!! read more

I've been having my hair cut and colored by Erica for quite a few years now. She did a fantastic job of determining the best color for me after 2 years of never getting the same color I asked for twice at Yosh (PA). Now my hair always looks great - I've never come home with a weird color! Bring in pictures, and Erica will tell you how she thinks the color or cut will look on you, kindly and constructively offer alternative suggestions if she thinks it would suit you better, show you how to style your new 'do, and what hair products to use to keep it looking good. Pricing for services is reasonable. The shop is nicely decorated and modern. Erica, Wink, and Kimberly all work well together, and are glad to give their opinions before you undergo a style change. So glad they remained in San Carlos!! read more

I've been going to Liz off and on for about 6 years I think. I'll explain the off and on part. When I met Liz, she was working at a different studio. We hit it off immediately. Prices are reasonable and she's just F A B U L O U S ! ! ! She moved to Level 10 and there was NO WAY I was going to stop going to her... Anyway, my hair is a pain.. It's not quite straight, it's not quite wavy. It's also fine and somewhat finicky. I'll go to Liz and does me right up. Every once in a while, I'll think: hmm, I need something different or the timing doesn't work out since I work in SF (you figure I would have learned by now) I go to someone new and damn near HATE my hair with a passion. Then I stew, deal with it, and let it grow out for a few months then go back to Liz asking her to please fix the fiasco! Asian hair is NOT easy. Hair like mine is even worse. Sure, its easy to get up and go in the AM but that's because Liz cuts it right and it grows out evenly and beautifully. I don't have to mess with it. Give me the wrong cut and I'm a complete mess. BTW, she's a great colorist, too. The day she leaves the area (which I hope NEVER happens) I'll be completely devastated. Thank you Liz (and Level 10) for taking awesome care of me!! read more

I have been getting my hair beautified by Kimberly for close to a decade, and have followed her from place to place because she is such a talented , creative, effervescent hair -dresser. As I have grown up, so have my hairstyles with Kimberly, and all of them were done to complete perfection. Like the three Daves in the Chappell Show, here are the three Katies in my decade tribute to my favorite hair-dresser, Kimberly: 18-22 year-old Katie: Rockin the teen and early twenties wildness-Multiple layers, multiple colors, and multiple compliments a day on my creatively colored and styled, chic punk hair-do! 23-25 year-old Katie: The poor grad-student do, no color, just cut, but she always made my hair look classy, healthy, and stylish 26-28 year-old Katie: Now a work'n woman with a career, I've got to have a combo of professionalism with my natural inclination towards spunk, and Kimberly can always deliver! I always leave with fun, new, long layered cuts, perfectly straight, and elegantly styled, with a beautiful sheen due to the color gloss she puts in my hair. I always leave feeling like I'm going for a hair photo-shoot (: Today, just because she's awesome, she put in a cool reddish-brown plume. It's so tasteful and fun! So no matter what age you may be, or what look you are going for, Kimberly will do it for you, and make your hair look incredible! read more

This review is for Erica: Erika, the studio owner, has been cutting my hair for about a year now. With work, I sometimes go a few months between a cut and color, but Erika, knowing that, always manages to get my color just right so that it looks good for a long length of time. She's a master highlighter in my opinion and her cuts are always gorgeous. I often have an idea of what I want, but then let her make a recommendation based on my hair type and what she believes will work best for me. She's never led me wrong, and I get compliments on my cut and color often. The products used are always top notch and the salon is well maintained and comfortable. Parking is usually easy to find. I love Level 10!!!! read more

I recommend everyone I know to Liz, she is so professional. She actually listens to what you want and takes the time to get to know your hair. My hair is so hard to deal with and she is the first to make it look beautiful. She Rocks with color and I have never had a bad experience with my color growing out. If you want a true professional go to Liz you won't be dissappointed. read more

THIS REVIEW IS FOR ALYSSA: Alyssa is professional, very sweet, and is super affordable! Her work is amazing, I wouldn't even call it work and call it art! I met Alyssa after somebody screwed up my hair, even though she was busy she realized the emergency and tried to accommodate my scheduling . I wasn't able to make it to any of the appointments she had available but because of my experience with her I decided to call her back! I easily made an appointment with her when I was ready to dye my hair again and it was an amazing experience! She was quick, efficient, and so friendly to talk to! I will never go to another person again!! read more

I started going to Erica when I needed to have highlights for my wedding. I was so happy with my results. I have light brown blond hair and needed brighter highlights... Nonetheless the wedding pics were beautiful. Erica was personable, inviting and took the time to explain the process of everything. Her prices are reasonable and she really takes the time with you. She has now been doing color, cut and highlights for me ever since. I have recommended her to friends and love getting compliments on my hair! read more

I always leave feeling beautiful. Alyssa does an amazing job every time. Great owner/operator. All the other members of the team are welcoming and friendly. Overall would 100% recommend to anyone asking. read more

I just took a big leap of faith and switched from my hairdresser in burlingame to Erica, co-owner at Level 10 salon. I wanted to find a place closer to work as i have limited time for myself. Erica was really good! I was very impressed and pleased with my haircut. I definitely would recommend Erica to those that are very picky with getting the cut they want! I know i will be returning. Thanks Erica for a great haircut! read more

I made an appointment with Wink which took a few days to get booked... many phone calls and messages back and forth. The salon is small with her station closest to the door. A little uncomfortable but I went with it. She's very chatty (too chatty for me) and a little 'rough' in handling. Just not a very relaxing experience. The cut was ok and at least worth a second appointment. I realize there's a bit of a 'communication learning curve' with the stylist and customer, as well as with the hair they are cutting so I don't have to have the perfect hair cut the first time to bring me back for another try. Unfortunately when I tried to make a second appointment, she never called me back after I left a message. Moving on... read more

I've been going to Erica for 5 years, why has it taken me this long? I have thick curly hair, my last stylist wasn't able to work with it, but Erica has been a miracle worker. I've had the same basic style and color since I've been going to here, but since I'm getting married I want to make sure that I have enough hair to work with. This means growing it out, which in turn means that my thick and curly hair gets a bit unruly and hard to deal with (more so than usual.) I was at a loss of what to do, I want that long hair for my wedding, but growing this thick mane is horrific. Erica suggested a thinning out, which helped! I'm in love, my hair is growing, and it's not a bird's nest! Thanks Erica!!!! read more

Erica is the best and she always does a great job on my the hair of my entire family. Everyone, even my extended family, has or regularly enjoys haircuts by Erica! The studio is clean, and coffee, tea, and cookies are free flowing! If you like to talk about Hollywood gossip, let Erica know and the conversation could go on and on for hours! Definitely the most fun you'll have at the hair salon! Great location, too. Close to shops if you have teenagers who don't want to sit and wait for you or want to stroll around after your appointment! Reasonable and greeeat quality! GO! read more

Wink is the BEST! I love to change my hair all the time and Wink is great. She listens to what you ask for, if you bring pictures, even better. If a style won't work for you hair, she will tell you why. She always knows what the latest trends are. I appreciate that she keeps my styles chic but not over the top. The salon is comfortable, modern, well organized and very clean. Wink's main station is near the door and has good natural light, so you can really see your color. Co-owners, Wink and Erica, have done a nice job with Level 10. read more

This is the place to get a good haircut and ask for Erica!! Erica has been my stylist for many years. Every salon she has owned is stylish, trendy and comfortable. Erica always gives me a welcoming feeling I feeling and also has different ideas even for a men's cut. The salon has a small waiting area, but doesn't really need it because my hairdresser is always on schedule or even ready for me a little early. My girlfriend started to go to Erica last month and gets compliments on her haircut and color all the time. It made me think I should be passing on this information to other potential clients. Thank you Erica for making me look great! read more

I just had my hair cut with Liz -- crooked bangs kind of sums it up.

I've been a client of Erica's since she had her shop on San Carlos Avenue (waaaayyyy back when...). There is no one else I would trust with my hair. Her innate sense of style has guided me away from what might have been many hair catastrophes. She also knows me well enough to talk me out of doing anything that I might regret later. She's got a great salon, and a loyal customer. read more

I have known Wink from Level 10 Salon for well over 20 years. Wink has been doing my hair for as long as I have known her - in fact she is the only one that I would trust to do my hair on the day of my wedding. She is truly an artist at what she does. She knows what styles and colors look best. I have always trusted that she knows better than I, and she does. I have always looked forward to my appointments with her - she makes it fun! She cuts and takes care of all our hair needs - even my college aged son's have their hair cut by her. They really do look forward to their appointments with Wink. As an interior designer for many years, I also appreciate her great studio. The environment is fun and inviting and I love the colors!! read more

I've been a client of Kimberly's for over 10 years now, and I followed her to Level 10 Studio. I always look forward to my appointments as time away from my hectic life where I can read a silly fashion magazine and have a cup of hot tea. Kimberly has always seemed to psychically know exactly what I want to do with my hair and is able to make me look fabulous even when I'm growing my hair out. The red color that I'm now sportin' looks so good people can't believe that I'm not a natural redhead. I give Kimberly 5 stars and the salon 4 - only because i wish that they had nail services too to make it a one stop shop! read more

I love Liz! I've been going to her for cut and color for almost 10 years now. She has worked wonders with my color--even when I had a sad experience transitioning from red..... She took my orange clown hair (not her fault!) back to my "natural" fabulous blonde! Girl knows her color!! She is pleasant and sweet and always on time! Thanks Liz!! read more

I've been going to Liz for color and cuts for 10+ years. She's fantastic - nice and friendly as can be and she's a color pro, cut master and somehow always remembers exactly what we did the previous time and what we should do to make the cut or color even better. I've recommended to her to many happy friends and will continue to commute to San Carlos as long as she'll do my hair. read more

Liz is the BEST! I have been seeing her for over 10 years, and she keeps my hair looking awesome for a mere fraction of the price and time/hassle of those frou frou salons. She's a master with color and keeps my blonde locks looking fresh and natural. As Jessica said, she always remembers what we did before and can duplicate it or tweak it to my desires. I have referred many friends to her over the years: women, men, and mature teen girls, all of whom have loved her and gone on to become permanent clients! These are some picky folks, many of whom can afford to go get a $300+ hair cut/color, but go to Liz because she's far BETTER, FASTER, and infinitely more fun to work with! I don't know what I'd do without her. Wait, actually, I do. She moved away for a year or so several years ago - and my hair was a hot mess during that time. I have endless gratitude that she came back and is here to stay! read more

I HaTe having to find a new stylist! Unfortunately, I travel for work and have to do this at least once a year. I read the reviews here, checked out their website and decided to call Wink. I came to my first appointment with no clue what I wanted to do, just something "different". Wink went over some options that would work for my fine hair and coloring and we went from there. Loved the results and went back to see her again. She tweaked what she had done before and my hair looked even better! My color is fantastic and my cut is very easy to style and maintain! On the social side, Wink keeps me laughing and I don't really have to utter a word. That's not to say she doesn't listen because she does and gives you her total attention, she's just a whirlwind of energy! read more

Love this place! Everyone is super nice. Alyssa did my hair (short cut) and I love it! She clearly has a big bag of hair tricks and used many skills during my cut. Alyssa clearly knows hair. I will be back for a Brazilian Blowout! read more

I want to say I have been visiting Alyssa for over 4 years now, and I have always left above and beyond satisfied with my color and cut! She is a true artist and I fall in love with my hair more and more after every session! If your new to the area or are in need of a change visit my girl! She's the best! read more

Erica. Always great service. Beautiful small shop. Good location. Very nice staff. A pleasure to go there.

I have known Wink and her talented eye for hair cuts and incredible color for 15 years. I travel from San Francisco to see her because of her talent. She is amazing. With her talent she colors and cuts my hair making me look years younger, trendy but still classic, which I love. I feel so amazing when I leave. Believe me she is a girls best friend!!! read more