This is my happy place! Owners Marcos and Phillip are the Best! I have been going there for years now and Marcos always keeps amazing me. First, with my permanent makeup; I had them done somewhere else and what a Mistake. A friend told me about Marcos and have been Happy for it. My haircuts are always just as I wanted, and the Facials, Heavenly. Waxing and lash lifts are WOW! Makeup, foundations they find the perfect shade for you. Every time I go they make me feel loved and that says a lot. As most of you have experienced, if you aren't known, it's uncomfortable. But not here, Everyone who works there greets and welcomes you, what a wonderful place. I highly recommend this place you will not regret it. Ask about ALL the services they offer, oh! And very , very reasonably priced. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Phillip! I've been seeing him for years, and he truly saved my hair from ruin. His expertise with extensions is unmatched -- whether it's beaded, wefts, vlite, or more advanced techniques. He even has extensive training in wigs and hair pieces, which makes him a true hair-loss expert and an incredible resource for anyone going through thinning hair or post-COVID hair loss. Even though I'm taking a break from extensions, Phillip continues to guide me in growing my natural hair longer and healthier than I ever thought possible. His knowledge, patience, and passion for his craft shine through every appointment. He doesn't just "do hair" -- he restores confidence and helps his clients feel their absolute best. On top of his talent, Phillip (and Marcos) bring such joy, positivity, sass, and warmth to every visit. The atmosphere is always welcoming and uplifting, and I always leave feeling refreshed inside and out. If you're looking for someone who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely cares about your hair health and your happiness, Phillip is the person to see. I am so grateful for all he has done for me and cannot recommend him enough! And lastly, I love that he is always honest with me! Honesty is hard to find nowadays anywhere! read more

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I love Personal Touch Salon. I depend on them for my color and style needs. Easy to work with open to trying new styles and my hair always looks amazing. I also highly recommend their products. When my daughter wanted to start wearing makeup they did a full consultation with her. It was great!! read more

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I've been going to Marcos for 18 years, and I can confidently say he is the best hairstylist I've ever had -- hands down. His talent, consistency, and passion for his craft are unmatched. Whether it's a fresh cut, color, style, or just a touch-up, Marcos always knows exactly what I need, often before I even say a word. Over nearly two decades, he's not only kept my hair looking amazing through every trend and season, but he's also become someone I genuinely trust and look forward to seeing. His professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail have never wavered -- he truly cares about his clients and takes pride in every single appointment. If you're looking for someone who will treat your hair like a work of art and make you feel like your best self every time you walk out of the salon, look no further. Marcos is in a league of his own. Thank you, Marcos, for 18 incredible years -- and here's to many more! read more

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Phillip was amazing and did an excellent job on my hair. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a stylist who knows his business.

Philip really does an amazing job. I've been coming to him for over five years. He always fits me in. His prices are very reasonable and he's a Professional. He only does what you ask and he always is honest! Just what you want in a hairstylist! read more

I have been a loyal client of Personal Touch Salon for over a decade largely for color and cuts by Phillip. He is a master stylist and colorist. He talks through how to realistically achieve my visions for every look without jeopardizing the health of my hair. I am always satisfied with the outcome. I highly recommend him and the salon for all your beauty needs. read more

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Been coming here for years just like my grandmother and friends. I love Marcos and Phillip! They're professional, catering, kind and a blast to be in the salon chair with. My hair always feels and looks 10xs better than when I walked in. I take my daughter here as well and they're able to style her big curls. I recommend everyone who is anyone to make an appointment and experience this salon! read more

I get root hair touch-up and hair cuts by Phillip. He is through when covering my grays. He pays special attention when risning/washing my hair. ( The best part is the head massage). The staff is super friendly, it's like catching up with old friends. They have all the services you'd need and a full line of products. read more

Service was 10/10 Phillip was very friendly and thoughtful. Knew very well what he was doing and made it very comforting

I have been going to see Philip and Marco's for many years. Absolutely love and trust them both to handle my unruly thick hair. They have fixed my hair when other places have botched my cuts. Highly recommend! read more

Great salon. Both Philip & Marcos are absolutely wonderful--always professional, attentive, and genuinely caring about every detail.

Philip has done my hair for over 10 years. I am very picky which makes this an easy review. He and Marcus are both passionate about their business and take time to listen to their clients. He is a great artist and I trust both of them wholeheartedly! The wig selection is the best in the area also! read more

Awesome salon!!! I have been coming here since 2022 and have loved my hair every time. Phillip and Marcos are the best.

I've gone to Both Philip & Marcos and let me tell you all, their hands are magical! Have been going with them for 24 years and they have never failed to make me look fabulous i love them so much! Their personality is a plus !! read more

Always a great experience when I come into the salon. Alicia has been doing ny hair for over 25 years and has never disappointed. I recently had Marcos do my eyebrows and he did an amazing job. Very happy with the results and with all the I've compliments I've received. read more

I have been a client at this salon for almost 6 years. Philip, my stylist is both creative and patient with his work. I have come in requesting anything from a dramatic color correction to a simple haircut. He goes to great lengths to come up with a solution delivers every single time. Philip not only colors and cuts my hair l, but now is the only hair stylist our family trusts. My husband revives a military fade and occasionally a beard trim. Our 8 year old son comes in for a variety of styled cuts. Philip is a caring, funny, old soul who always has diverse refreshing conversations that each of us can relate to. After 6 years of being a client, I'm elated to call Philip my friend. There is no where in the world I'd rather get my hair done. If you want a hair cut that is good for your hair & your heart, see Philip! read more

Kind and courteous staff. Marcos and Philip provide great cuts and are very professional

I absolutely love this salon and I can't recommend it enough! Abby is absolutely amazing, the only person I will ever trust with my hair. When I ask for a trim I know I can trust she will only take off a little bit and her highlights are perfect. I'm blonde, but I like to get some highlights to bring out the color more and she does such a good job and it looks so natural which I love. Phillip is also amazing at makeup! read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Abby, especially if you have curly hair like me. She's made great recommendations on how to take care of my curls and keep them healthy. When I was coloring my hair, she made suggestions on how I could stretch out my visits without visible roots, and was super supportive when I transitioned to grey, never once trying to convince me to keep spending money on hair dye! I've recommended multiple "curly girls" to her as well as both my husband and son. She's a gem! read more

Marcos at Personal Touch is always so welcoming and caring. He is the best in his field. I absolutely love my new eyebrows and hair cut! I went in to the salon a few months ago for a different service and I knew I would come back. I'm sure once my friends see my eyebrows they'll want to schedule an appointment with Marcos. I highly recommend him! read more

I chose this salon to get my hair cut and colored based on the reviews. My stylist Alicia was very friendly and a really nice lady but I was not happy with my color when I left the salon. Unfortunately when we humans try to communicate, it doesn't always mean the other party will understand what we're trying to communicate. That was the case here. What I tried to communicate wasn't quite understood. I called to request to speak with her again and when we heard back from Alicia, she was happy to see me again to fix my hair. When we arrived the second time, we discussed the color I was looking for, and I must have explained it better this time than last because it turned out pretty much how I wanted it to look. The second visit could have been awkward but it wasn't. Alicia was great and in the end I'm very happy with my hair color. I'll be returning to Personal Touch again for sure. read more

Got home from my first appointment, Philip was simply outstanding! When I stopped in over the weekend to make an appointment, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Today at my appointment, Philip was so nice, and he took the time to talk to me, listen to what I was looking for, great consultation. He also explained all the products used from shampoo to finish. I just love my cut and style, and enjoyed the whole experience. read more

Phil is awesome! He know exactly how I want my hair. The salon is clean and everyone that works there love their jobs. Good vibes!!!!!

Been meaning to write them a review but I love both Marcos and Philip. I never dye my hair but I know if I decide to, I'd go to them and wouldn't let anyone else touch my hair! I usually go for just a trim and my hair always comes out so healthy and voluminous. I'm long overdue for a haircut at the moment and can't wait to book my next appointment with them :)) also ladies, Marcos is amazing at waxing, makes the process feel less painful and is knowledgeable about skin, never broke out nor was my skin irritated after being waxed. read more

I have the worst hard to color hair & being half Irish makes lifting my dark roots to blonde & not rusty pumpkin or a tangerine is near impossible! Many of the most elite have tried & failed, but Phillip is my new hero! Salon offers many services & their extended hrs are perfect for this working mom. DEF recommend to those with as much anxiety as I have in trying to find a great stylist! Oh & the cut he gave my long hair was awesome too! He even showed me a few quick tricks to get a great look on my no time for mom morning sched! I've had longer hair my whole life, so I thot I had seen & heard all the wash & go tricks!! See Marcos for some great facial! I wish I would have ck the website earlier, they're a one stop shop! Make up too! ***located by quad, next to joy-per shoes/Romie. My GPS took me right past it & way down 68 toward Monterey!! read more

Personal Touch Salon - Exactly the cut & corrective color I wanted! - Hair Salons Near Me - Salinas, California

I'd gone to two salons before and walked out both times looking like nothing was done after 2 hours (yikes), but Phillip was so so patient and I finally have my highlights he's so great and HONEST, which I think is important when it comes to getting your hair done. His personality is so outgoing, and he was so communicative with everything being done. 10/10 would go again (ofc I'll be going again) read more

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Amazing! Phillip did my hair I got a medium to long layered cut and dyed my hair purple. Phillip was honest and communicated with me. My hair still feels healthy and strong. I recommend this place!! read more

After relocating to Prunedale from the SF Bay Area I was tired of traveling back to Los Altos for my twice yearly cuts. I have long, untreated healthy dark brown hair which I love, don't have it trimmed often. If you don't want to read the whole saga, my recommendation is to SEND YOUR WORST ENEMY TO THIS SALON ... I did my due diligence prior to my appointment as I was interested in ombre hair color which would be a big change for me. The salon came up in a Google search and I noted the great Yelp Reviews which were specific to what I was considering. I went in for a consultation with Philip at which time we discussed color; he talked me out of bright blonde ends in favor of a subtle brown, just several shades lighter than my natural color (ironic as the final color was bleached blonde). Philip proudly showed me a current client's color which looked good to me. The day of my appointment I came armed with two pages from InStyle mag showing a bunch of ombre color examples. As I mentioned I was expecting a subtle lighter brown from the ends to maybe shoulder length graduating to my natural dark brown from shoulder to crown. As if we had never spoken or reviewed pictures, Philip bleached the hair on the nape of my neck ONLY. The haircut was a bust as well ... I'd wanted a TRIM with long layers. My stomach sank as I watched him take at least three inches off, all the while telling me he was correcting my prior haircut and uneven growth. I typically don't blow my hair dry so didn't notice the ridiculous choppiness of the cut until a day or two later after washing at home. I called the next day they were open (Tuesday following my Saturday appointment) and talked with Philip, expressing my disappointment with both cut and color. There had been such a communication disconnect I really didn't want to go back to allow him to cut off MORE hair and I was really sick about the whole thing. HE OFFERED A FULL REFUND INCLUDING PRODUCT and we agreed I'd bring the product back the following day (their shop wasn't open that day) with my credit card for the full refund. When I arrived the following lunchtime Philip wouldn't see me but hid behind the owner? Marcus's skirts...like that visual? Marcus thought the cut was fine (duh, what else is he going to say ... as to the color, I'd dyed it dark again at home but have a pic of the color disaster) and proceeded to tell me NO REFUNDS -- even when I suggested a refund just on the services, not product (which was what I thought was reasonable anyway). He stuck with his "no refunds" and to my comment "alright then, I guess I'll have to do a chargeback to the charge on my credit card" his retort was "that's what we USUALLY do". What does that tell you ! See a pic of my bad hair on YouTube: http://youtu.be/ZlfcpMX33rY read more

Really liked my expereince here. Got a chocolate foot scrub and my hair cut. This lovely hair salon is located in a historically old shoppping center but once you walk in you are taken to a much hipper sexy lounge scene with some mad beats if you get my gist. Loved it. Left their with softer feet, a pedi and a 1/2 lb. lighter as I got like 6 " lopped off my head and side sweeping semi-bangs. Highly recommend Shimeko as a hair specialist and stylist. read more

Backgrounds: Wed appointment 2 (+ mom) Stylist: Phillip Pro: Staff very educated. Phillip goes the extra mile to educate his customers. Clean (everything). Fast but detailed. Answers all questions. Makes great recommendations based on needs. Conclusion: Next trip will be getting my perm/wave instead of digital perm based on advice. Price is high for salinas but really worth it according to the compliments I have been getting. read more

I wouldn't recommend seeing Iliana other than for a trim or simple color...The other male stylists seem to have much higher knowledge on hair. I originally gave only one star but I am editing my review after thinking over a few weeks. I know everyone has to start somewhere, but I just didn't have a very pleasant experience here. I could definitely tell she was new and young but maybe she should not have been working on my hair then.. When I had called to make an appointment I made it clear that I wanted someone to do an olaplex treatment on my hair and that I wanted it bleached to a lighter color. I thought I made sure over the phone what I would be wanting. I have not bleached my hair before my hair was perfectly fine to bleach, I understand that when going to a lighter color you get brassy hair but I was prepared for that and had done a lot of research and I had toner at home. She said she couldn't get me a platinum blonde.... I was like yes I know this I just want to start the process so bleach it one time and I come back in a few weeks for another. My hair was healthy. Anyways, she said she could only do an ombré. I drove a long way thinking that I made it clear on the phone what I wanted.. I was frustrated from driving so far... So I let her do the ombré, since she wouldn't do anything else as she told me "we don't do that". Now it did look good but the thing is she could have died my entire hair to get the color of the ombré. I wanted that color all over. It made no sense, my hair isn't even damaged and it feels great even after she bleached the bottom. She claimed she could only get me one color up (which was a dark brown) but my ombré was way lighter than that dark brown color so she really seemed like she did not know what she was talking about. Since then I have gone blonde easily so she basically did a pointless step on my hair which made it harder to even out my blonde when I went somewhere else. She needs to learn more about hair and listen to what her customers want. I hate to give bad reviews but she was kinda rude as well. Maybe she should only be doing trims. They also made me feel like I shouldn't go blonde the way they reacted. I've wanted to go blonde for years and that was just rude because I know it is a long process but you shouldn't give your customers shocked looks when they want to do a dramatic change. However, I am rating them a star higher because they offered to look at my hair again and discuss the process but I am already blonde from another salon which they did with no hesitation or problem. I also feel that because I didn't speak up about the ending results that is partially my fault, however I am very shy and was frustrated that she didn't just dye my hair all over. In my opinion, it is not worth it and I just wanted to see someone new after not listening to what I wanted more. read more

I have been seeing Philip for my hair and Marcos for my wax and skin care for YEARS. They are top notch. It feels Like an LA salon right here in Salinas! My teenage daughter always used to come up with some crazy color/style combos that both Philip and Marcos could always duplicate. Amazing. Philip is also a expert in wigs if you should ever need one. They have many on display. Wonderful customer service and knowledge with skincare. You can even be greeted by their wonderful dog Honey! I highly recommend them for waxing? Hair color and style... extensions... and wigs. You can't go wrong here! read more

I starting seeing Abby because of the many recommendations from friends. She always does an awesome job and gives me tips on how to keep my hair looking healthy...like coming in more often. :) Thanks, Abby! You're the best! Current address is 936 South Main Street read more

This is a great salon they are all masters @ what they do and they keep honing their skills (unlike many other places) When you go to personal touch is like going to beverly hills or New York for far less than it would cost you in beverly hills and New York... The owners are great very knowledgeable and the staff is also very well trained (their kung fu is strong!) I highly recomend it! read more

Phillip is a master! I walked in wanting my pixie cut back, and he delivered. He listened to what I had in mind, gave some feedback, found a photo and it was EXACTLY what I had in mind. For ladies looking for someone who knows what they're doing with short haircuts, look no further. Phillip delivered a precision, sassy, hip short pixie using all the tools at his disposal. He stopped at various times during the haircut to ask questions and gather my feedback. A true professional! The salon is located in a historic shopping center, and according to Phillip, has been in business for 30 years. The interior is inviting and warm. Give a nice scratch to the resident pooch that greets you at the reception deck, too! Love, love LOVE my haircut, and I owe it all to Phillip! read more

I am very picky when it comes to my hair. I looked at several different salons around the area when I first moved here and decided to try out A Personal Touch. I made an appointment with Phillip and a year and a half later I will not go anywhere else! He nailed it on the first go. I always get highlights in my hair and Phillip lightens my hair without the use of bleach leaving it so much softer and damage free. I had never had layers before, but Phillip cut them perfectly! I have to wear my hair in a bun all day, so to have layers was a bit concerning, but he measures out just enough so that they don't stick out. It is a higher end salon so if you are looking for super cut prices you won't find it here. But you get what you pay for. The atmosphere is great and you are treated professionally the entire time. Although I haven't made use of any of the spa features myself I've never heard any complaints about them either. I highly recommend this salon and Phillip as my stylist! read more

I was not happy with my haircut, but I will rate this higher than a 1-star because I thought, in the end, it was handled as best as possible, given the situation. My hair was cut too short. I brought in a picture which I laid on the counter for reference and showed the length I wanted by putting my hands at the level I wanted. I also stated, "I want to keep it kind of long." I almost cried when I saw my hair was at least 3 inches shorter than my instructions, barely grazing my chin. I thought my hairstylist, Iliana, had good hair styling skills; however, when a customer says, "This is too short," and the stylist argumentatively retorts with a, "No, it's not," chances are this is not going to end well. When a customer says, "I think this haircut looks childish," and the stylist responds with a condescending, "You're just upset because you didn't it want it that short," again: not the most productive exchange. Sensing my frustration and growing despair, Iliana wisely called a male stylist who, I assume, held more of a supervisory or owner role (I apologize, I did not catch the name). We held a very honest and intense discussion regarding the situation. I appreciated that he was straightforward and quickly identified what I hated most about this too-short and uninspiring haircut, and proceeded to finesse it so that I would not walk out feeling as self-conscious. He heard me out, even though, for the most part, we just did not see eye to eye about the situation as we went back and forth. One thing that I took away for the future is that customers have to be exceedingly explicit about length, in order to avoid confusion. I do not feel that I was at fault with this, as I felt a picture and using my hands to show where I wanted the length to be should be more than enough. However, I was informed that some stylists will think that the length you are visually indicating in the front is an instruction for the length you want in the back ONLY, so I suppose the front ends up becoming a sort of a free for all. That does not make sense to me as a customer; regardless, it is something I will keep in mind because, in the end, it does not matter who is right... it matters that my hair does not get butchered. To summarize: Even though I stated that I would not be returning due to our communication issues, the male stylist took the time to improve the haircut. I also appreciated not being charged for the haircut, which I thought was a professional and classy gesture. I believe this was a learning experience for all involved. I don't have anything bad to say about this business; I believe it was an honest mistake which was handled in an open manner. read more

So, I have been going to Salinas' best Alicia for 20 years now. She's at Personal Touch. I hesitate to let that secret out because then I won't be able to get in with her!!! Hands down best, expertly skilled, honest opinion always. Having curly hair it's a challenge to trust someone who knows how to work with curly hair. Alicia is a friend and stylist for life. For a few years I've contemplated permanent makeup. My extremely thin, patchy eyebrows had been a life-long pain to fill in and maintain. I eyed Marcos' work and watched as his clients were transformed by his careful eye. I finally decided to do it, feeling strangely confident. Marcos has a technique he's honed over 20 plus years of tattooing eyebrows. It was painless, he took his time explaining every step. I am super satisfied, and best yet not many people have noticed, which was a goal of looking natural. His work has made a huge difference in my routine. Makeup doesn't take as much time and I feel ready-made in minutes! Coming up- a family member is planning a trip from the Bay Area (where there's a ton of people who do this)to have Marcos do his eye brows too. Personal Touch is a professionally- run, meticulously well maintained shop by Phillipe. Carmel high-end shops have nothing on Personal Touch, except higher prices. read more

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Philip is awesome! I needed a new stylist and went to him based on other positive Yelp reviews. I was looking for a bit of a change to my hairstyle. I am headed back to work from maternity leave so I wanted something new and fun to help ease the pain! I think I didn't communicate very well what I wanted, though, because my hair came out quite different than what I had in mind. It was a GREAT haircut and color, just not what I expected. I gave it a couple of days to see if could get used to the color. I got tons of compliments on it, but decided that it just wasn't what I was after. I called Philip, apologized profusely and asked if he could redo the color. He was so kind and even offered to come in on his day off. We made an appointment for his next regular day and this time spent a lot more time talking colors. This time it came out exactly the way I had envisioned it! Philip was so wonderful and so intent on getting me the hair I wanted. I can't wait to go back again! This time I will make sure we talk until we are on the same page though. But I know that whatever he does it will be beautiful! read more