I've been getting my hair cut by her for years (with my first cut in her kitchen). So needless to say, Meli is amazing. I'm super picky about my hair stylist. Not that my style is elaborate or anything but my hair is my favorite physical attribute so I don't trust my hair cuts to just anyone. Ok!! I don't skimp out on hair cut prices either so if you want an cheap hair cut, don't come to this salon. But ladies, let's be real. You spend $50-100 on a pair of shoes that you wear maybe once a week or in some cases once a month or a few times a year... But you want to get cheap on your hair, which you wear every day!!?? Pick your priorities lol Anyway, this is not a lecture... So... I was a virgin to hair color and smoothing treatment until Meli. I grew up promising myself I would never treat my hair w dyes or chemicals because I was blessed with gorgeous red hair from birth. Buuuutttt thanks to the birth of my own children (and the momentous dirty 30), I started to lose the natural luster in my natural red hair. It started turning brown. Ugh! Oh, so sad. So sad. So, Meli convinced me to try a glaze color treatment. She said it's not like regular dye, because the color fades out evenly over time so it doesn't look like a dye job (no roots). So after some heart to hearts and some trust exercises (wink wink) I finally took the leap and replenished my hair to its youthful vigor. And I'm so glad I did!! I also tried the keratin smoothing treatment. I'm posting the before (natural wavy and faded color tint from a few months ago) next to the fresh cut and keratin smoothing treatment and refreshed glaze. Nice huh? Oh, and let me talk about the smoothing treatment. Meli takes her time and does a super good job. She's a perfectionist and she cares about the long term wear and effects of her work. It took her three hours to do the smoothing treatment because she carefully and painstakingly straitened my hair in thin two to three inch pieces at a time. Omg. You can't find a deal like that on groupon... Ok!!! Lol. But don't take my word for it. Go see Meli and Meli's Beauty Bar. You'll see :) Meli's Beauty Bar is SO CUTE BTW! Her good style sense comes through in everything she does! She has cute comfy chairs, refreshments, wine and champagne, chocolate goodies, scented candles, music and the cutest decor. I love my beauty time w Meli. Xoxo read more

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I'm going to cry out of happiness, I found my new hairstylist! This is the first time Meli has cut my hair and I'm so impressed! She gave me a great scalp massage and my hair feels so clean and healthy. She had to fix my bad haircut and it came out so amazing when she was finished. What I like is that she pays attention to detail and she's really precise in her cutting technique. I'm so glad I found her, she saved my hair! read more

Mellie is the best! I've been going to her for almost 5 years and she never disappoints; and believe me I'm very picky with my hair! Plus her prices are so reasonable! Her new little beauty spot is so cute and well deserved! She started off as my stylist but has become my friend because she is seriously so amazing! Oh and also... She is so accommodating! I have to make appts last minute and sometimes change it last minute too and she tries her hardest to fit me in! Love her! read more

Mellie is the only person I could ever trust with my hair. She doesn't just cut and color but she can diagnose what's best for my hair. She gets me what I want, and in the healthiest way possible. I always get stopped by strangers after I get my hair done, and am more than happy to hand out her number. You won't be disappointed when you go to her! read more

Meli's Beauty Bar - After almost 6 months of not getting my hair done, it was time to see Mellie, and she did not disappoint! Love my cut and color! - Hair Stylists Near Me - San Marcos, California

Because of Covid, not only is Meli careful to sanitize everything she's also able to color & style my hair WITH my mask on! I still get excellent coverage & shampoo. She is seriously talented & careful. read more

I love Meli and her new location!! I have always been inspired by her and the amazing talent she has. She is always considerate of my feelings and what I need to feel comfortable with cutting my hair. I have been coming to her for a few years now and I could be more happier of the business change she made by having this amazing new location. Today, you truly have United my family together with a special day cutting me, my sister and my moms hair. Congratulations Meli and thank you for always making me feel beautiful!! read more

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Melli is seriously the BEST! She is a serious artist that knows what she is doing. I think she is a mind reader too because she always gives you exactly what you want without even showing her a picture. I trust her so much that I let her dye my hair for the first time ever and it came out so amazing! If you are looking for a talented, friendly and funny stylist, go to Melli NOW!! read more

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I love this girl! She has done such an amazing job on my curly hair. Her blowouts are to die for and look perfect. The cuts that she has done make my hair look so healthy and happy whether I am wearing it straight or curly which can be a difficult task for some. Aaaaand my color! Balayage artist. The color always looks gorgeous and healthy. I highly highly recommend. read more

Had the best experience. I have dark brown hair with blond highlights. Recently I had my high light done at another place and my hair turned orangish color. I was so upset . I found Meli on yelp and she did a great job and fixed my color ! I highly recommend her! She knows what she is doing. read more

Meli is an artist. I usually go see her with no preconceived hair plans. I trust her to do whatever she thinks will look best. Meli works her magic and the end result is always amazing. I always get lots of compliments on my color and cut. Meli will take care of you as well. read more

I moved to Carlsbad from AZ over a year ago and had to find a new hair person locally after having a fantastic hair stylist/colorist for many years. I scheduled an appointment with Meli Castro because her salon was close by, hoping for something passable and got fantastic. Meli really listened to what I wanted and produced better results than I've had in years. The cut and color is exactly what I want. I consider myself very lucky to have found her so quickly and will continue to see her. read more

Meli as been my hair girl for 4 years so I was excited to follow her to her new location! It's awesome to have been a part of her professional growth to see her move out on her own. Her suite is perfectly decorated and of course her quality of work is still phenomenal! btw, the Unite products she uses are amazing too! read more

Meli is literally the best you won't regret going to her she does a fantastic job in cut and color takes her time and really focus on her job to make sure the client is happy. I got a balayage and she did such a great job and uses olaplex which I love read more

I can't say it enough! Meli is the best, best, best hairdresser that I have ever had. She is incredibly creative and I have loved everything she has done to my hair. She will listen to you but I always let her do her artistry since she is definitely an artist. Her new location is so energizing,uplifting and calm at the same time. Love love love her!! read more

Meli is the BEST!!! I've been going to her for years!! Now she's in a new location and she's even better!! My husband and I go in together and he loves it because he doesn't like the hustle and bustle of a regular salon. She has drinks and Apple TV!! Not to mention stylist to the stars!!! No one else can touch my hair but her!!! Love you Mel!!! read more

Meli is amazing! It is so hard to find a hair stylist that actually has talent! She works with you and listens to what you want !she recently gave me the best hair cut from super long hair to a bob. I get complements all the time ! read more

Meli is amazing! She has been doing my hair since she began her career and has never once failed me. I always look and feel fabulous after she's worked her magic on this mama. I highly recommend read more

This review is LONG overdue!!!!! MELI IS THE BEST!!!!! I found her just as I moved to the area! She matched my hair color perfectly, and gave me an amazing haircut!!!!! She always gets me in when I need her, and she's such a doll!!!!! LOVE HER!!!! read more

Meli is great. I have been a client for a couple of years now and trust her to do her thing. I ask her to pick the color and style she knows will look good on me and fit my lifestyle. She has never disappointed. read more

I moved from the Central Coast 3 years ago. As any women knows, finding a new stylist is terrifying! I was recommended to Meli by my best friend, and am so happy I took the recommendation. I have curly, course, long hair that is not easy to deal with. Meli does great cuts, color and blow outs! I feel like a million bucks every time I leave her. Love the new spot as well!!! read more

I have been going to Meli for a few years. She is a wonderful colorist and stylist. I've been coloring my hair black for many years and Meli had me practically blonde last summer without damage to my hair. She is amazing! Easy to make appointments and has never cancelled on me or had me wait. Would highly recommend. read more

Meli is awesome. She really knows her stuff, she made me feel very comfortable and gave me great advise about color and highlights for my curly hair. I love what she has done with my hair. read more

Meli is amazing! I have been going to her for years! Love her new location! It's hard to find someone who I like doing my hair. I'm not the type of person who does the same thing to my hair every time....I always want to do something different and she is always happy to try new things. I highly recommend Meli! She is easy to talk to and fun to be with while getting my hair done!!! 5 Stars!!!!! Thank you!! read more

I moved to the Carlsbad area 8 years ago and sought out a new local stylists and fortunately found Melisande through my search after several mishaps with other stylists. After our first session it was clear to me she knows her business and I have always felt my best after her cut or cleanup as we like to call it. She is always helpful in her suggestions and offers enjoyable banter or knows when you want some inner space while you are treated to hair styling. I can highly recommend her scalp massages as part of her standard service but be prepared to fall asleep as it is relaxing. If you are looking for someone to make you look your best come to her shop!! read more

Meli infuses all my grey hair with the most vibrant red that lasts a full 4 weeks. I started seeing her when I lived in San Diego and now drive from my new home in OC every 4 weeks to go back to my natural color lol! read more

Meli is extremely talented! She takes her time and makes sure that she gets the cut/style perfect every time! Meli is very nice and accommodating. I lover her studio and product line. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for an amazing stylist! read more