I had an appointment with Karen, she was so friendly and really gave me the 5 star treatment! I came in with very dry overly dyed hair and I left with healthy and soft supple and voluminous curls! She revived my hair and did so with a calm and fun demeanor, and I will for sure be back for another appointment! The energy in the place was so awesome and made my hair experience a great one. I loved Karen's approach, as she recommended further ongoing care for my hair including treatments and color care that meets my needs and at a great price. I can't wait to be back, thank you so much! I love my curly shag/wolf cut it's so artsy and beautifully done! read more

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Karen gave me a fantastic cut! I loved my appointment and will definitely come back. The atmosphere was really fun and relaxed, and she shared lots of ideas on ways I can optimize hair care for my texture. Her head, scalp, and neck massage was super relaxing too! She put so much care and thought into my styling - I've gotten many compliments on my cut :) So thrilled this salon is here making curly expertise available. I would absolutely recommend Madusalon! read more

Karen did a wonderful haircut! As someone with curly hair, I know how hard it can be to find a stylist who truly understands curls. She took the time to listen, worked with my natural texture, and gave me a cut that has amazing shape, movement, and definition. My curls have never looked better, and I've received so many compliments. Highly recommend for anyone with curly hair! read more

Whenever I go here I come out looking stunning!! I have been coming here since I was teeny tiny and am excited to go again!! I requested a short curly cut, showing reference photos from pintrest and saying that the hairdresser, the very friendly and helpful Karen, should do what she thinks looks best for my head shape. I was not disappointed, I feel incredibly cute!! It's a very nice studio and I got tea and a massage, which helped me relax. I can't remember the person who did my hair first when I was younger, and I adored her. Aside from the lovely Karen I have had my hair cut by Arlevia, again, absolutely adored my time with them!! While services can be on the more expensive side, it is always a wonderful experience and I have no regrets!! read more

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I've been going to Madusalon for more than a decade. It was a life-changing experience after all the salons that are confused by (or afraid of) curly hair. Aside from consistently great haircuts, they also taught me how to properly care for my hair, so I get less split ends and need fewer cuts. I've been seeing Arlevia for about 5 years and she's a true artist- Especially when it comes to color matching for natural hair- or even pink. She did these epic Magenta highlights (see before and after photos) read more

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On May 19, 2026, I had an amazing experience with Marie who really listened when I told her I'd been wearing a super short natural for 50 years [yes, 50 years], now wanted a change after letting it grow for several months, and trusted her creativity and skill. She cut, styled and taught me how to care for the lovely style into which I could let my natural, silver curls grow. Her beautiful personality infuses the vibe of the shop and seems contagious. Marie provided gracious, unhurried care even knowing that I can't be a regular client because I live out of town. However, I will always book an appointment with her along with any future plane reservation to visit my friends in the beautiful Bay Area. The Jessicurl products she used and recommended are great for me. read more

Madusalon has been incredible, showing me that I indeed have wavy hair and how to maintain my curls! This review is specifically for Karen, who has been dyeing my hair for the last five months. She's wonderful, so thoughtful, kind, and clearly skilled at her craft! During my first visit to decide exactly what shade of red/brown to dye my hair, we had a little hiccup. I went home feeling that my roots were way too bright. I tried getting used to them, but after a few days was indeed displeased with that outcome. I called the salon back to explain the situation. Karen was super professional - she was quick to respond, apologetic, went out of her way to fit me into her busy schedule, and comped the fix-up. After the second try, the color ended up being perfect! Karen has continued to help me with root touch-ups, and I've gotten so many compliments from friends since :) Karen is a delight and I highly recommend visiting her for your hair color needs! read more

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I have been seeing Jaretta for years at Medusalon. She is excellent! Not only is she great stylist, she has a keen sense of not only the latest styles but the ones that suit you. Walking into Medusalon feels like family members taking care of friends. Marie, the owner, and Joseph are great. I can't recommend them enough! read more

I went in for a blow dry and flat iron. The vibes were great and everyone was really nice. It was my first time getting my hair professionally done in 3 years so I was very excited so I was extremely disappointed when the "flat iron" only lasted 3 hours. I left the salon at 6 and went straight to dinner and by 9pm, my hair had already reverted to a blow dry and my roots were starting to curl up. I expressed my hair needs to the stylist (doesn't like oil, isn't compatible with a lot of protein treatment, reverts easily if the right products aren't used) but trusted her expertise. I woke up the next day (today) to greasy hair and will have to wash and restyle my hair. Everyone who came in for a curly style looked great after so I think that might be their expertise, not straight styles. read more

This salon serves everyone! They are friendly, professional, and helpful. My stylist is Karen L. She is the best!!! My goal was to grow my hair and its grown at least 8 inches within a year. Karen is very concerned with the health of my hair so she educates me what I should and should not do. I love how she relaxes me with a head, scalp, and neck massage!!! I also love the protein treatment she gives me! I always leave her feeling radiant! read more

I was genuinely excited to start my curly hair journey here. I'd booked with the owner and hoped to become a regular. But the day before my appointment, I came down with something and immediately called to reschedule. I wasn't trying to skip out--I was trying to be responsible and find a solution. They informed me of a late cancellation fee, which they do notify you of when you book, so I offered to come in anyway. That's when they told me they wouldn't see me because I was sick (understandable, that's exactly why I'd called ahead!)--but they still planned to charge me. The way I see it: if you're going to be rigid about cancellation fees, you also have to allow clients the option to come in. You can't refuse service AND charge a fee. I did everything I could to be upfront and considerate, but they still insisted on charging me--just with a 50% discount. I was essentially penalized for something out of my control, even though they were the ones refusing service. Cancellation policies like this reward people for showing up sick and coughing on the stylist--because apparently that's better than rescheduling. In the post-COVID era, businesses need to do better with sick policies, especially when a client communicates clearly and in good faith. If you're considering booking, just know that if something unexpected comes up--like getting sick, a fender bender, or childcare falling through--there's no flexibility. You'll be charged, no matter the reason. read more

I've been seeing Arlevia @ Madu for a few years now! Absolutely love her work, she's a perfectionist in the BEST way! I love my hair to have a round shape w/ layers and she delivers every time. Vibes are great and I always learn something new! Highly recommend as a curly girl who grew up having zero clue on how to deal w/ curly hair read more

This review is for Jaretta. She did a wonderful job giving me a combo of a curly shag cut with an a-line bob style for the length. She also added curtain bangs that I wanted (and was quick and precise). (Hint: It's easy to google pics with the hairstyle terms I just used, and I recommend googling articles with pics to help you describe your desired haircut in words when seeing whatever stylist. I brought pics in, too. Jaretta was grateful for that, which I know not every stylist cares about.) Based on the Andre Walker's hair typing system for curly hair, my curls are mostly 3b/3a with a little 3c. The cut she gave me is quite hard to get right. Many have tried and failed. It involves a lot of layers. She did it with a great attitude and listened really well to my needs. I highly recommend her. read more

I have very curly 3B hair, and finding someone in San Francisco who can give me a truly sleek blowout has been a struggle for years. I've been to countless salons over the past five years and always left disappointed, either with curly roots or poofy hair. Then I found Madusalon and met Karen, and everything changed. Karen is absolutely lovely and incredibly talented. She gave me the most fabulous silk press, my hair was sleek, straight, and smooth from root to tip. I finally felt like someone really understood my curls and knew exactly how to get the result I wanted. I've been going back ever since, and every experience has been just as wonderful. The salon has a warm, welcoming vibe and clearly knows how to care for textured hair. I highly recommend Madusalon and Karen to anyone with curly hair looking for a perfect silk press or blowout in SF. read more

I was so happy with my wavy/curly cut by Jaretta! This was my first dry cut, and the end result was so much better than wet cuts with a blowout that I've had in the past. My hair has never been this curly and easy to style after a cut. Jaretta was a dream hairstylist: friendly, checking in and keeping open communication about what I wanted from the cut, making sure the cut actually fit my needs (as a low-maintenance, air-dry and no or minimal product hair person), and answering questions and sharing information about how I could use product or style my hair if I wanted to (in an accessible and not at all pushy way). Finally, a hairstylist that I look forward to returning to! read more

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Staff was absolutely lovely! Friendly and very welcoming. My 14yo had a cut by Jarretta. it was her first time getting a professional cut for her curly hair. Jarretta was amazing! She explained every single step throughout the entire process, from the cut to the products she used, and even showed her how to use them! My daughter's curls were so refreshed! Beautiful cut! She will definitely be going back. read more

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Curly Hair Holy Grail: Jaretta works her magic again Gone are the days of bad haircuts meant for straight hair and disappointment. If you have curly hair and are tired of stylists who just don't get it, look no further than Jaretta! I came in with a head full of frizz and faded color, armed with inspiration photos. Jaretta listened intently, then took her time crafting the perfect cut and color for my curls. It wasn't just about getting close; she didn't stop until my hair was EXACTLY what I dreamed of, even when the color needed some tweaking. On top of her hair magic, Jaretta has a warm personality that instantly puts you at ease. She's a true artist and a fantastic listener, and her ability to work with me to achieve my inspiration look was so refreshing after encountering the word 'no' with so many other stylists. After feeling quite down about my appearance I finally feel like myself again. I found a stylist who understands me and celebrates my curls, and I couldn't be happier! Thanks, Jaretta! read more

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Curly hair people - run, don't walk to this amazing place! The service is top notch- great communication about appointments and what styles work for you. A warm, welcoming atmosphere led by the charming and talented owner Marie. My personal stylist Arlevia took me from a tiny Afro to beautiful curls and versatile twists . Definitely a winner!! read more

Where are the 10 stars??? Krylon is a genius! Not only did this amazing woman tame 2 years of curly neglect, she kept me entertained for 90 minutes swapping tales and spilling tea. She also gave me some styling tips. The salon also comped a deep conditioning due to the holidays. I will never get a non-DEVA haircut again. read more

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Service -5/5 Ambiance- 5/5 What a wonderful experience at MaduSalon. Marie, Olivia, and Denise all partnered to revive my curls today. They were experts and walked me through each step of the process while making recommendations for products and techniques to maintain my curls. I highly recommend this spot. It was worth every penny. Bonus points--the salon's playlist is ON POINT. I was vibin the whole time to 90s R&B Please note--you must come with your hair down in its natural state and on arrive on time. read more

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Amazing salon!!! Worth every penny. The people are so friendly, professional and knowledgeable. I loved how my hair turned out both times I went. And it's such a fun place, truly a pleasure to spend time there. Karen and Krylon are both amazing! read more

Jarretta is an amazing hairstylist who helped me achieve the hair transformation of my dreams! She understood my vision immediately and got to work while also providing lots of helpful suggestions for how to best customize my desired hair to suit my face shape and aesthetic. But on top of it all she's just an absolute joy to talk to while you leave your hair in her very capable hands. Couldn't recommend her enough! read more

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Cute salon with knowledgeable stylists. Went in for a consult and deciding if I want to continue with services. Only "negatives": I wish they were transparent with pricing. Hair care is expensive and knowing what your getting into helps you make decisions. Making appointments online is really clunky. The site they use isn't user friendly and took several tries to make an appt. read more

I have curly hair that's in the process of turning grey, which has made it more prone to frizz. I needed a change, and Sasha gave me a gorgeous cut that's been easy to maintain. Then Marie applied a color glaze that tamed my grey, leaving my hair soft and glossy. I absolutely love my new look! The salon itself is warm and welcoming -- a relaxing place to hang out while my color processed. Everyone is so friendly, and I'm thrilled to have finally found a place that truly understands curly hair!I read more

Absolutely fabulous. Go in with an open mind (or not if that's your style but that's on you) but I have to say Arlevia is the *bees knees*. Super personalized style and so much time and love getting there with my curls. I'm hooked and will be back to see her. My hair looks fabu! read more

I went in today for a trim / shaping, and left in tears. I asked for about two inches off, and my stylist took off closer to 4-5 inches, with some layers as short as 2-3 inches from my scalp. With curly hair, the result is a really strange looking lopsided bob. I've never had hair shorter than shoulder length, and my hair takes a long time to grow, so it will be months before it looks normal without random strays. My stylist didn't seem to be paying attention during the haircut or shampoo. She was chatting with other patrons/stylists and didn't even notice that all the hair she was cutting ended up on the chair and in my lap. At the end of the appointment, when I pointed out the end result was much shorter than we discussed, she explained she had no choice because my hair was so damaged. My hair IS dry and damaged, but that doesn't explain why I have all these strange micro layers. Anyways, I would have expected a heads up if she was trimming twice as much as we discussed. In the end, the salon discounted me $100 (so I paid $140 for a deva cut), and offered me complimentary deep condition for my next appointment. I will not be going to this salon again, so that's not much help. Overall, very disappointing. read more

They texted me an hour before my appointment was scheduled and cancelled on me. If I had done that to them, I would have been charged a fee. Very disappointing. read more

Jaretta! She is the absolute best. As someone with a lot of very curly (3c/4a) hair, finding a hairstylist I trust has been challenging. Jaretta, listens, she is creative and truly talented. My cuts always come out with the perfect shape and my color always adds the vibrancy that I'm looking for. Her cuts grow out great too! She has recommended some great products to me and I always leave with a smile and some extra hair goodies. She goes out of her way to make her clients feel comfortable, beautiful and heard. I highly recommend booking an appointment with her! Book using this link: https://jaretta-madusalon.square.site/ read more

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I almost never post on Yelp, but after today's amazing experience, I knew I had to let everyone know just how much this salon is a MUST go. I have wavy/curly hair and always wondered how I could get my curls defined. But my issue was always that I am very minimal when it comes to a hair care routine. I had a stylist at a shop in the peninsula who used to cut my hair in layers, which definitely helped thin out my hair, but never gave me the defined curls I sought after. Once this stylist retired and then the pandemic happened, before I knew it, 5 years had passed without a haircut and I just gave up on my curls looking like what I saw in commercials. Then in steps Jaretta, and this dream has come true! I had heard of this salon from others for some time but after so long without a proper haircut, I was really hesitant. But after reading their reviews and searching through their site, I decided to just jump in and book an appointment. I booked Jaretta based on the reviews I was reading and the time slot since weekends are best for me to get to this area, and I am so glad I did! Jaretta not only walked me through the whole haircut to explain how the cut would emphasize my curls, but also really listened to my current hair routine. As mentioned early, my routine is minimal (wash, comb through and air dry), and Jaretta was able to show me a routine that could work to keep my hair defined. Honestly, this is the best not only my hair has ever looked, but also I finally have those defined curls I never thought would be possible without all those gadgets and products. And to top it all off, my hair feels so light and soft! I can actually run my fingers through my hair without it getting caught on anything and the curls still hold! Needless to say, though this was my first time at the salon, it will not be my last as I am a new fan and can't wait to continue working with Jaretta on any new hair ideas I may have in the future! read more

MaduSalon - 1 week post cut update and my curls are looking as defined and healthy as ever (even despite the wind)! - Hair Salons Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had the most amazing time getting my curly devacut from Jaretta. She is one of the most compassionate people I have ever met. After getting Brazilian blowout treatment for years, I finally decided to grow out my natural curly hair. I did my research and decided to do a consultation with Jaretta and from the get go felt an instant connection with her. We decided to cut out my old damaged hair, she gave me the most beautiful pixie cut ever! I can't believe how flattering it looks, I was a little nervous going into it but Jaretta's confidence and her kind words made me feeling amazing in no time. I feel transformed but at the same time I feel like myself! I highly highly recommend Jaretta! PS: You can book an appointment with her through this link: https://jaretta-madusalon.square.site/ read more

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I recently visited Madu Salon for what should have been Pintura highlights and grey coverage, which I had a consultation for a month prior. As someone with textured hair, it was challenging to find a stylist I felt comfortable with, so I booked with their master stylist, Marie, based on a referral. I traveled from Walnut Creek and spent an entire day at the salon, from 10 AM to 6 PM, mainly under dryers for unexpected moisturizing treatments. Despite my clear request for a certain style, Marie over-bleached my hair, turning it a coppery red instead of the blonde highlights I wanted. She never discussed adding the moisturizing treatments or their cost beforehand. Shockingly, I was charged $1100, which was never disclosed during my consultation or in any pre-appointment communications. The result left me extremely disappointed. My hair is not what I wanted, and I still need to wear protective styles because I'm unhappy with them. Marie tried to justify the outcome by saying it was to preserve the integrity of my curls, but this should have been communicated during the consultation, giving me the option to choose another stylist if necessary. I feel misled and overcharged, and now I need to wait months to correct my hair, which will likely cost extra due to the color correction needed. Another thing that struck me as odd was Marie's decision to apply an all-over color of two different browns before attempting to lift my hair. This significantly affected the outcome. As a non-hairstylist, I find this technique questionable, and others I've consulted agree. Dyeing my hair a dark color before lightening it seems counterproductive, as the dark dye would likely cause the bleach to turn the hair coppery red or inhibit the lifting process. Although I can understand the freestyle method without foil, I don't understand why Marie dyed my hair dark before attempting to lift it. While the salon had a nice atmosphere and the other stylists were sweet, I can't overlook the poor service I received. I hope Maadu Salon reaches out to make this right. I am just really disappointed, but I'm trying hard to accept my new look for a few months. The photo of my hair was taken immediately when I got home. I did not edit or do anything to the photo. read more

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Update: still in love with my color and haircuts after months with Jaretta. I was having a lil problem finding her appointment system on the website so just gonna drop it here for everyone : https://jaretta-madusalon.square.site/ Promise you won't regret it! read more

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A year later, still seeing Jaretta! It's been such a pleasure having her guide me through my hair journey. Here's an update with a photo: read more

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Jaretta is unbelievable!! Not only does she have a great energy, but is very skilled at her craft. She understood the vision for what I wanted and the haircut was even better than I expected! I love the way she listened to what I wanted and also offered her honest opinion on what would work best. Thank you Jaretta read more

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Basically: I had a great experience and gorgeous haircut, and recommend this salon. I was lucky enough to get a last minute appointment with Jaretta and had a great experience chatting with her, Marie, and the other girls in the salon! I've never had a haircut specifically for curlier hair (deva cut), and recently decided I didn't want to go to my old salon, get my same old haircut, and feel sad when they style it straight/blown out. I couldn't be happier with the cut! She also showed me how to style my hair when wet so that the curls really come out, and I've received several compliments from friends and family in the last few weeks just by making this simple styling change. Thank you Jaretta! read more

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I started my curly girl journey in the past year, have been changing my routine, exploring curly-approved products, and was ready to get a deva-certified cut. After a curl cut consult with Jaretta, I was all in. While she is a straight-haired goddess, she really knows her way around curls. There was a lot of conversation around what I wanted, looking through examples of what I like and precious clients she's done, my curl type (3A) my hair goals (keeping length), styling and product preferences. So easy to talk about curls with her. Trust was built in a 10-minute conversation. What I really loved about the cut -- she talked me through all the steps of cutting my hair. "Now I'm matching the layers, now I'm creating a step between curls" she's asking for permission as she cuts "okay if we take the length to here?" and giving me tips "this cut is setting you up to grow more length, here's how to train your part." Not to mention the time flew by, it was a genuine friendly and fun experience! read more

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This was my first time going to MaduSalon as well as seeing Jaretta and OMG I am in love. It felt like Jaretta read my mind in terms of what I wanted out of my haircut. The photos are from the week after the cut and I feel like my curls are looking great every single day! She was super friendly and made me feel like we had known each other for a while. On top of that, the salon itself is super cute and I saw a ton of fellow curly haired folks coming in and out! Can't wait to come back in a couple months. read more

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Omg, I can't believe I never wrote my review for this salon. I went to Madusalon on Feb. 22nd.2020. I've been natural for well over 10 years now. After becoming tired of my hair having no form, I made the investment to get my hair done here. My stylist was Sasha. First off, the salon was SO clean. The staff was super friendly and they ran a tight schedule. I was admitted in a timely fashion for my appointment. Second, Sasha was a GREAT listener. I told them to "have fun with my hair" and they took my hair to Disneyland and back. I absolutely loved my cut. It was quite refreshing and really fit the frame of my face. They used JessiCurl's Spiralicious and the DevaCut conditioner on my hair. Sasha was great about not using only DevaCurl products due to the recent lawsuit alleging that said products were destroying people's natural curls. In the end, I ended up with happy curls (you can take a sneak peek of the photos I provided below). While the salon is expensive, curly hair tends to be a more expensive endeavor than other hair types and I must say that Madusalon lives up to the hype. My hair has grown beautifully since my cut and I hope to see them again soon for another service. 10/10 would recommend this salon for curly girls especially those with tighter curl patterns. read more

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I got in with Lorena a few days before the new stay-at-home order and I am so glad that I did! I hadn't had a DevaCut or any kind of haircut since June 2019. Hella straggly! I booked with Lorena because her cuts and styling of curly-curls (3c-4c) are excellent. She does justice to every curl throughout the entire process and she listens. Excellent consultation skills! Due to the precautions taken to limit COVID-19 transmission, I didn't get to experience Lorena's post-Deva-cut styling skills, but you don't need much when the cut is on-point. Great shape. Tons of curl poppin'---all the things this 3c+4a head loves! I did forgo the wash, condition and styler application because I didn't want to be at dinner with wet hair, but I look forward to rebooking with Lorena @better_hairdays in a few months. Thank you, Lorena and thank you Team MaduSalon. It feels like family there and the new location in Cow Hollow is really nice too. Stay healthy, everyone! read more

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I have been going here for years, then the pandemic hit. Well. Everything is how I remembered. There's a reason why they are curly experts. My cut was amazing and my color is nothing like I ever could have achieved. #Marie'sclientforLIFE read more