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Rafi Hairstylist

5.0 (168 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 6:30 pm

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Applying hair extensions

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Angie E.

I honestly can't say enough good things about Rafi. From the moment I walked into the salon, I felt completely taken care of. It's not just about getting your hair done--it's about the whole experience, and Rafi truly delivers. He took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted, asked thoughtful questions about my routine and preferences, and made me feel like my hair dreams actually mattered. The result? Absolutely stunning. I left feeling more confident than I've felt in a long time. The cut and color were perfect--fresh, natural, and exactly what I hoped for (maybe even better). What sets Rafi apart is not just his talent, but his heart. He is warm, welcoming, and genuine. You can tell he truly cares about his clients and loves what he does. I felt heard, pampered, and appreciated--and that's rare.

Karen B.

I've been to many places in the valley and paid a variety of prices for something Rafi perfected on the first try. He went about and beyond w my hair and service. He's so kind and made me feel very comfortable. I'm glad to say I found someone I can absolutely trust w my hair.

Great experience and great balayage for my daughter's first time at a hair salon! Would definitely recommend him and will be coming back.

I've been a customer of Raffi's for 7 years now! I have moved with him wherever he went and I've been through a range of colors throughout the time and I'm still so impressed by his work! I trust him 100% when I'm there, I just give him an idea of what I want (if there's a change otherwise he knows what to do) and he tailors it for me and gives me something better than that!! He is a true talent yet so humble! I'm so happy I've gotten to know him for all these years and the peace of mind I have to know he's there to deliver!!

I wanted to color my hair and just get a refresh, since I hadn't done anything with my hair in years, besides the occasional trim. I found Rafi on yelp, and I'm so glad I did! He gave me a free consultation, where he looked at my hair and gave me several suggestions. I decided to go for a subtle red, and told Rafi I trusted him to cut my hair however he thought best. I loooove my new hair, it's so cute! And I swear, the way he styled it makes me look ten years younger lol. He was also great about explaining how to take care of it, and suggested some products. Be warned, the parking lot may look large, but almost all the spots are reserved for the various businesses in the plaza, so it can sometimes be a pain finding a spot. It's not a big deal, just be prepared to allot a few minutes to parking before your appointment. Definitely worth it though!

Hair just colored and styled

Rafi is absolutely the best!! He always has my hair looking and feeling amazing! Very sweet and very talented 10/10!! I couldn't recommend more! The salon is very nice and very clean!

Rafi is a Balayage Master! If I Could Give 10 Stars, I Would! I cannot highly recommend Rafi enough--he is simply the best hair stylist! I've always come to Rafi for my balayage, and he never disappoints me. I had the most incredible experience with Rafi for my new balayage, and the results are truly breathtaking! The dimension and color blend he created are exactly what I was hoping for. He's a true artist and master of his craft, and he even took the time to explain every detail of the balayage process, which made me feel confident and comfortable. Rafi provides an absolutely exceptional level of service that sets him apart. He is such a sweet and nice person, and his dedication to client happiness is unmatched. I had a short notice request, and I really appreciate the fact that he was able to squeeze me in for a last minute appointment! Even better, at the very end of the session, I wanted to make a few modifications with the color, and Rafi did it without any hesitation. He genuinely makes sure that before you leave the salon you are very satisfied and happy of the results. He goes above and beyond with thoughtful gestures, consistently checking in to make sure I was okay, and offering me water, delicious cupcakes, and even some healthy fresh fruit! If you want stunning, perfectly executed balayage and a stylist who is skilled, flexible, transparent, and treats you like royalty, you must book with Rafi. He is consistently excellent and truly cares about his clients!

Mr B.

Rafi was really wonderful and took the time to meticulously work on my hair in the way I requested. There was thorough communication from start to finish and he was able to blend my previously dyed hair into a more seamless brown balayage look. I wanted something very natural and would match my own personal style and he definitely delivered! Overall it was a really nice experience! :)

Veronica E.

Rafi is an Amazing hairstylist and has a lovely personality. I loved my hair transformation. He took very good care of me and my hair during my appointment. I felt like he took his time and Definitely listened to what I wanted. I loved the whole experience. Will be returning.

I wouldn't know where to start!! Finding Rafi is the best thing that's happened to me in a long time. He not only transformed my so-so hair with all its gray into something beautiful. His kind demeanor, patience and understanding made me feel special inside and out!!! Highly recommend no matter where you live, I drove from Santa Clarita and he's worth every mile in traffic Thank you Rafi, I wish you all the best!!

Caramel balayage

Red , really love how the color turned out ! I must say Rafi is really the best . Very meticulous and precise. I haven't had real color on my hair for few years and I told him it might be hard to fix it but he did ! It's like magic ! He really did an amazing job !!!

Don't mind my old stain on the sweater. Haha
Leia E.

This is the review that you're searching for, especially if you're thinking of getting a haircut or going blonde/dying your hair. If that's the case, Rafi is your person! Take it from someone who researches and researches things/services/people forever until I find the best in the business. I've been going to Rafi for about 2-3 years now for haircuts and he's amazing. I first found him when I was looking to go blonde and because I overthink everything, I never made the commitment until recently. I just knew that when I did go blonde, it would be with Rafi. During my years of being undecided, Rafi was never pushy and let me know that when I was ready, he'd be there. Well, that time finally arrived and Rafi was amazing...of course. I absolutely love my hair! He's incredibly talented and really explains the process to you and makes sure you're comfortable every step of the way. If you're not looking to dye your hair, his haircuts are just as amazing. He's honest but in such a sweet way and really tries to find a cut that suits you while staying as close as possible to your request. Rafi is also the sweetest soul! He's such a good vibe and is incredibly kind. He takes pride in his work and it shows! He also really fosters his relationships with his clients. I 100% recommend Rafi!

Result

Detailed explanation of his plan and the entire process. Been couple of months and it turned out like the pictures. Now it's time for root touch up so I'll be contacting him to inquire about touching up.

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Ask the Community - Rafi Hairstylist

Hi Rafi. My hair is very fine and also thinning due to hormonal hair loss. It is very fragile. Do you work on hair like mine?

Hello Molly I think i should check your hair out so we go from there Thanks for reaching out

Hi Rafi, what's the best way to make an appointment with you?

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Do you work with naturally curly hair?

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Review Highlights - Rafi Hairstylist

It was a mess (multi layers of dark colors and a lot of grey) and he did the beautiful balayage and cut for me.

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