This Salon is NOT closed . They are open and have been open for many years. Michael and the rest of his staff see customers regularly. Michael cuts my hair and he is very skilled at it. read more

I have been a client of PHD since I was 21 years old, so I have had my hair cut by Pat LaCap for forty years! Excellent service, great atmosphere, and an outstanding haircut. My wife is also a client and has been since we got married! I can't say enough about Michael and Pat. Best in the San Gabriel Valley for sure! read more

I have been coming to Michael my whole life!!!!! He is amazing at haircuts and hair color and just an awesome person in general. He will do exactly what you ask for and I'm always so happy with my hair after I leave. read more

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It was my first time here and the stylist that cut my hair was Michael. He explain how he will cut my hair before he proceeded and was very patient with me. He was meticulous with the cut and at no point during the process did I feel like he was trying to rush through it. Throughout the cut, I had a very pleasant conversation with him, almost felt like I went there to meet a friend rather than getting my hair cut. I had a very positive experience at this place and will gladly come back to get another cut. read more

Great place to get a haircut. The owner Michael knows his stuff. He explained the process, my hair type, how it grows, and the best way and method to style my hair, even when it grows out. He was very meticulous and did a great job. read more

I've only used 1 excellent stylist for 24 years but too far to travel to Fran since the move. My sister recommended Pat and I am very pleased with the quality of her work . I will miss Fran and happy that I found someone out this way to take care of my hair needs. Great Job Pat!!! read more

Easy to set up appointment - I was able to get in for a cut on the same day. Before we started on the cut, I let Jill know I was planning to donate my hair. She was attentive and made sure I was okay with the length before she cut it. I didn't have to tell her much about how I usually maintain my hair or wanted it to be cut - she guessed it right off the bat and gave me some cut/style options. Jill is a great conversationalist & cares about the work she does. My haircut cost $50 - I usually do not spend that much but it was definitely worth it. I love my new haircut and will be stopping by again! read more

Michael is the one to go to for blunt cuts! My blunt cut came out perfect! He took the time to perfect the edges and made sure every side was leveled. I found that some stylists I went to before would leave strangler long pieces but Michael was very tedious with his technique and my hair came out beautiful. read more

Jill and Krystal came to Temple City High School on May 30th to help with the TCHS American Cancer Society Youth Club's first ever hair drive for Pantene Beautiful Lengths. They helped the club cut 10 ponytails in an hour! They were both really kind and did an amazing job. Everyone looks so cute with their new haircuts. After seeing so many donate their hair and leave the chairs with beautiful new hair, many other girls decided that they wanted to donate their hair as well. The club ended up having to hold the event again the following week! Thank you Jill and Krystal! You're amazing! read more

Love this place! I have been going here for 22 years, its a drive for me but soo worth it. Michael is an expert funny and patient. Highly recommend. read more

Crystal did my hair for my wedding and it came out great! I highly recommend them for wedding hair!!! Fair priced too!!! Thank you Crystal!!! read more

I love this salon and have been going here for years. My stylist and owner of the salon, Michael Lee, has never steered me wrong. Some appointments I go into the salon having nothing but a vague sense of how I want my hair to look. We have an in depth, yet brief, discussion where he uses his master interrogator skills to help me explain what it is I'm looking for. He takes a minute to survey his canvas and a few snips later I have exactly the hair cut I wanted. Other times I've brought in photos of styles I like (last year it was Keira Knightly in Domino) and instead of just cutting he explains why this style will or won't work for my hair and my features. That's a professional. We work out a backup plan, if need be, then get to it. Even though the photo is only of the front, the entire hair cut (back included) comes out great. He's also superb at color and highlights, as my mom and I can both attest to. His prices are completely reasonable and the quality of his work is excellent. I especially enjoy his gentle encouraging to try new and different styles. Why cut your hair if it looks exactly the same as before? He even offers interesting conversation while he quickly and precisely snips away- travel, Broadway shows, cooking and fine dining. You name it and he has an entertaining anecdote about it. This area may be off the beaten path for many of you but I highly recommend this salon. read more

I decided to find a new hair salon after last disaster I had with my pervious hair stylist. I looked through what help has to offer and came across PhD. Funny that I actually drove by PhD for million times but never really pay attention to it. Since it has nothing but good reviews, I gave them a call and made appointment to see Michael for coloring. I'm glad I called! I originally wanted blonde but Michael nicely and tactfully steer me away from damaging my hair further. He didn't deny my request but leave it to my decision by showing many other color options and giving suggestions base on my hair condition and the natural undertone color. Not only he knows what his doing, he also has a very good personality. He also gave my daughter a hair cut. Even though she's only 8 y/o, he took it seriously. He was asking her what she likes and what I like. We both like what he did to her hair :) The salon itself is so nice, fancy and welcoming. I'm happy now that I found PhD! read more

After years and years of searching for a regular stylist in my area, I've finally found him...and his name is Michael Lee. I was actually led to PHD Salon by Yelp; although I've driven past it many times on Las Tunas, I didn't distinguish it from the other hair salons in Temple City enough to stop. Thank god for Yelp, because Michael is a lifesaver! I called on the day of to schedule my first appointment and fully expected to be rejected, but the receptionist let me know that Michael happened to have a spot that afternoon. She told me that prices start at $45 in the salon. A few hours later, I happily went on my way for my haircut. I'd wanted to get a pixie cut that didn't make me look like a boy for a long time, but had never found a hairstylist I trusted to do so. In fact, the one time I asked one to cut it last year, she looked at me, shocked, and laughed because she thought it was a joke. Definitely an ego-booster. I chose Michael in part because of one of the reviews that said he wasn't afraid to try new styles with his clients. When I walked in, I waited about 10 minutes past my appointment time because he was finishing up putting dye in another client's hair. I wasn't in any hurry and I actually appreciated that he took the time to do it just right. When he called me, he apologized for the delay and graciously took me to the chair. We then had a fairly long consultation about the haircut (over 10 minutes, which I'm not used to by any means). I brought in a couple pictures of Keira Knightley, Carey Mulligan, and Jessica Stroup's pixie cuts, expecting to be laughed at again, but Michael took me seriously! He told me very nicely that all of the cuts would look great, but that he wanted to keep it a bit longer for versatility & he didn't want to buzz the back of my neck. He also asked me about any problem areas of my hair before he cut it so he would know to shape the cut to fit my hair. After a wonderful massage and shampoo, Michael engaged me in light, easy conversation that I normally never have with my hairstylists. He really made me feel at home and gave me really helpful feedback on my hair--that it was of medium density, and medium-coarse. He also proclaimed that my hair was wavy in a way that actually made me appreciate it for once! He also cut at my hair with such precision that I started worrying about his next client. He assured me that he was cutting slowly and cautiously because he didn't want to overshoot my hairline in the back. When he finished cutting after another stylist had dried it, I looked fantastic and knew so much more about my hair. He told me all about which products to use without asking me to buy it from his salon, and then assured me that if I couldn't work with the style later, or if I couldn't figure out how to style it myself (basically my #1 worry with new haircuts), just to call the salon and schedule another appointment. I walked out missing my $50+tip but with a FANTASTIC new haircut that I've been complimented on continuously. Thanks Michael!! read more

This is a great, professional place to get your haircut. I've been here twice. I had my hair cut by Michael. He's really nice, professional and he's really good at making your haircut look stylish. He does a great job. He knows what he's doing and makes sure that he accomodates any requests that you may have. read more

MUY PLEASED I dread haircuts. To me, there's always a huge risk involved. If you've ever had at least one horrible, tear-inducing, never-ever-ever again, why-do-my-bangs-look-like-they've-been-cut-in-the-dark type of haircut experience, you probably know the stomach dropping dread I'm talking about. But I must've done SOMETHING to impress the hair gods lately, because I had a superb experience here. This was my first time here. I scheduled an appointment with the owner, Michael, because I had read so many great reviews about him. And let me tell you: choice not regretted. Michael is friendly, articulate, knowledgeable, and the best of the best (in my experience) when it comes to hair interrogation. He's like a smooth talker of all things hair. Oftentimes when I get my "hurr did," I'll immediately whip out my pair of trimmers when I get home and start cutting away in a sad attempt to touch up the parts that aren't layered enough, that are too long, and what not. Mind you, I'm aware that I'm allowed to ask the stylist to make small corrections while I'm sitting in hair-specimen-chair, but sometimes I don't notice until I return home. BUT NAY, NUNNA DAT DIS TIME. It's been approximately 8 hours since I had my hair cut at PHD salon, and I'm STILL checking myself out in the mirror and beaming. Oh hey theeerrreee. It's a bit pricey. I paid $50, but regret it I do not. 5 STAHS BABY read more

The place is very modern and clean. The music played in the background is a very mellow. I had Pat and she was very nice and got my hairstyle like I wanted it with the shampoo and conditioner it took about an hour (: They take appointment so you have to call in advance. My haircut comes out to be $35 total with a shampoo. Coming from $15 the care and attention I received was phenomenal. However, I think I would have gotten the same haircut at a $15 place. Would recommend! read more

When I first moved back to Southern California, I went through a lot of different hair salons and stylists. None of them fit the bill. I would walk out with a mediocre haircut that grew out unevenly every single time. Then a friend referred me to Michael Lee at PHD Salon. From his first consultation with me to cutting and styling my hair, Michael was a complete professional. Plus my hair always looks fantastic when I walk out. One time I looked at myself in the mirror after he had finished and I swear I looked 10 years younger! The salon is always clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. Even though I don't live in Temple City, Michael's haircuts are so good, it's worth the 30 mile drive. read more

Cristan did a beautiful job exactly as we requested with subtle natural-looking highlights that are more apparent in the sun. She is a very talented professional and nice person. read more

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Omg!! I love this salon!! Clean and very relaxing atmosphere!! They provide you with the greatest experience, especially Krystal!! She's so talented with up do's and her color and cut skills are on point!! I'm very picky as to who touches my hair bc it's so thin and straight (not an easy combo for stylist from what I have been through) so finding her was a blessing!! I've been coming here for her about over a year or 2 now and I wouldn't change that unless they moved locations which they are not!! So lucky me!! read more

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My friend referred me to PHD Salon to get my hair & makeup done for prom. I was a bit hesitant about the makeup part because people told me how hair stylists might not be really good at makeup since they're known for hair. But Krystal proved me wrong. She did my hair and makeup and I'm super satisfied with it!! I went from 0-100 in about an hour and a half. I told her that I wanted a natural faced makeup and I really liked how it came out. My biggest fear is having my makeup look crusty or cake-y on me. Hah, ya girl's makeup was glam af on prom night! I didn't crack at all. I also loved how my hair came out! I liked how she tucked in my bangs to the side to soften my look. Thank you, Krystal! I'll see you next time. Bit pricy here but cheaper than the other salons that I've called in to ask for the price. read more

Thank you Michael for my high lights and cut . You and Pat are the best .. I've been a customer for 28yrs and wouldn't go anywhere else or let anybody else touch my hair.. read more

I love the way Michael did my hair. I got low level highlights and balayage. As a newer client, you can't go wrong with him with your highlights and touch ups! read more

I have seen Pat twice and both times she has done an awesome job on my hair. It looks so great and is very easy to style. I also took my daughter to her for her birthday to have highlights and a trim. She did a great job on her as well. Their prices are not cheap but I feel they are reasonable for what they do. Everyone is very nice there and I feel comfortable every time I go. This is a nice upscale experience for a price less than many of the upscale places. read more

I've been going to see Jill for about 5 months and she cuts my hair exactly as I like, and she has taken me from black to brown, and long to short. She is my fav hair stylist! The salon is clean, friendly, and made me feel friendly and welcome. read more

I really like this salon, it is very accessible, has its own parking, and everyone is very professional and friendly. Before I came here my hair was a couple different colors! Pat has done my hair 3 times and I get nothing but compliments on the color and style. Thanks PHD! read more

They are selling items for men and women now and will be giving facial soon. Bernadette will be giving the facials. She is very nice. The items for your eyes and face feel different from all of the items I have tried. I'm glad they have this. read more

I have been looking for a really good hair stylist for a while now. A lot of places that I go to have never really satisfied me. I found PHD Salon on YELP and decided to take a chance because of all the good reviews. I scheduled my first appointment with Jill and have pretty much found my stylist. I got my hair cut and colored by her and I've always left happy. I don't think I'll ever need to look for a stylist ever again. read more

First of all, the receptionist who welcomes you into the store is very courteous and sweet and offers you water upon entering the salon. Since coming here, I have always requested for Michael to be my hair dresser because he is the owner of the store, and he has a wonderful personality. I can't speak for the other hair stylist, but since Michael chose them, I think I would feel safe leaving my hair in their shears. HOWEVER, Michael is beyond a shred of a doubt the most wonderful hair dresser I have ever had. After only one hair cut, he remembered me for my second visit and even remembered some of the small conversation topics we had. He always gives a very in depth and thorough explanation of what he intends to do to your hair, and that is such a blessing since I have always suffered the typical Asian hair dresser stereotype of cutting off WAY too much. Michael listens to what you want and intends to accommodate all of your concerns. He walks you through every step of the hair cutting process and asks you to come back within the week if later on you decide that you don't like something about the cut or have trouble styling on your own. Long story short, Michael made my frizzy, thick asian hair exactly how I wanted it and I ALWAYS get compliments on how it looks. For the $55 price tag, I think Michael makes every dollar feel well spent. Anyways, he is the only person from now on that I trust with my hair. One extra tip is that I'm the sort of person that has very specific instructions for how I want my hair to be styled, and Michael follows through with each demand beautifully. However, for people who do not know what they want, Michael has some wonderful suggestions and is very honest with his input. Just make sure to be open with him, and with any of the other stylists for that matter because they are definitely making your wishes a priority! read more

Great friendly staff, well priced. Ask for Krystal Rose. Thank you again Krystal for doing my hair I LOVE it!

I absolutely LOVE this salon!! Krystal, is beyond amazing!!! I'm so happy with my hair color, my hair feels and looks healthy. Her scalp massage definitely relaxed me after a long week. Super friendly and listens to what you want. Definitely coming back! read more

Thank you Michael! I like my new haircut. Great job, and you took your time. Nice meeting you, see you next time.

Thank You to Stylist Jill Trujillo. My mom is elderly and doesn't trust many people with her hair. Jill was very kind and gentle with my mom. She made her feel very comfortable by listening to her concerns about coloring her hair just they way she likes. Thank You Jill for making my mom feel special!! read more

I've gotten my hair cut by Michael a few times. Honestly one of the best experiences I've had at a hair salon. Michael took the time to get to know what I wanted and listened to my request, while giving his expertise and input when I asked for his advice. He also was able to make me feel comfortable and keep up conversation so that I didn't feel awkward, which happens to me a lot . Overall the experience and the quality of the haircut was phenomenal and I will definitely keep coming back. read more

Michael has cut my hair for years. He is fantastic. Many people ask me who does my hair.

Been going to Michael for years. The absolute best with color!!! He's very skilled with cutting hair as well. My hair has always come out perfect! I'm always more than satisfied ! read more

I've been going to this salon for many years and have always had a great experience. Not only is the salon extremely clean and relaxing, the entire staff is super friendly and accommodating. I've had my hair color, highlighted, and cut by Michael, Pat, and Jill throughout the years and they are always so attentive and knowledgeable about what to do. I always look forward to coming in for my appointment and love getting my hair done here. I think for some in the area, their prices are a little bit high but I think they are a bargain as they offer exceptional quality similar to high-end salons in Pasadena or other more upscale neighborhoods. read more

My boyfriend and I have been going to Michael's for years. He makes everyone look good as possible. He's very good at cutting my straight hair. I usually opt for a similar cut, since I'm more into looking neat and proper not necessarily fashionable. He listens to what you want, so if you want to get rid of the length he certainly will. My boyfriend has very short hair, so his styles vary more often. He does movie background work, so Michael will cut his hair to suit the picture or era. If you have to go to a wedding, he'll ask you the right questions. He always thinks of everything. If your not into haircuts, he loves to discuss things and time just flies by. Before you know it your done! read more

this place might be small and tiny but the service their is exceptional :-) the staff are friendly, curtius, and very professional.

I love this salon! I have really long hair and decided that I wanted to cut off 6 inches. I am really picky about my hair salons mainly because, like many other girls, I have trust issues with many hairdressers. I decided to give this salon a chance due to the amazing reviews I have read on here. Needless to say, the service was AMAZING. When I entered, Krystal came over to me and introduced herself. I came without an appointment and she asked me if I would be able to return tomorrow. I told her I couldn't because I needed the haircut for a birthday party - a party in which all of my friends were going to cut their long hairs short like mine. Silly, right? Anyway, Krystal was surprisingly very accommodating! She washed my hair and I loved the way she massaged my head. It was very comfortable. Unlike many other hairdressers that I have went to in the past, Krystal actually looked at my reference photo and asked specific questions like "I see that her hair is kind of layered here..do you want it layered like that?" Afterwards, she began cutting my hair. I felt comfortable with her because she was so easy to talk to. The entire process took around an hour because I had really thick hair. I loved my haircut for the first time ever! It was extremely short but I loved the change! However, I did not rate this a 5 star because I told Krystal I did not want layers and that I wanted my hair to end the same length. However, when the process was done, I realized the the sides of my hair were longer than the middle part. It was not the style I asked for, and I think Krystal realized it when she was done because she said "if you end up not liking your hairstyle, you can always come back and we'll arrange it to your liking--for free!" which made me feel so much more safe & comfortable. HOWEVER, I never returned to take advantage of her offer because when I went home, I realized how amazing my hair actually looked. The next day at school, I received many compliments from my friends about my hair. I would definitely recommend this salon to my friends & I am also coming back again for prom hairstyles! read more