I've been coming to Rafiel for over 5 years now. He's done the best balayage with highlights blended to the root. Now, I've changed my look to doing all red, and I'm in love with it. He's a color expert. He can be hard to reach via phone sometimes. I recommend coming in person so he could look at your hair and give you a price. He's loyal to his clientele and takes his time with your hair. I've tried a few different hairdressers in between going to him. No one compares to him, and the color always comes out the best when it's by him. Oh. And he also has that magic touch when it comes to hair cuts, meaning your hair will grow fast! (Maybe I'm biased. This is just my experience!) come see what he's all about yourself read more

I wanted to do something new with my boring everyday hair, so I decided to go to what I'll say now is the Master of Color. Rafiel's studio is so comfortable and very clean. Rafiel is the nicest, most knowledgeable hairstylist I've ever come across. If you want the best in hairdressing and coloring I recommend Rafiel. I'll definitely be going back. Thank You Rafiel for everything. It was a most enjoyable expierence. I had a blast!​ read more

I decided to try going blonde for the first time, and I'm very pleased with the quality of Rafiel's work! He took the time to talk me through the process and assured me that my hair would not turn out orange or brassy, and sure enough it came out looking great. FYI I went from dark brown to blonde. The price was also right and I felt comfortable with the cost Rafiel quoted me over the phone. I've been back for a touch up and the process was easy and pleasant. Thanks, Rafiel! read more

Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Alhambra, California

Rafiel has had his studio for many years and it's because his work is excellent. He listens to what the clients want. I've known him for some time and let him make suggestions. My hair and color were exactly what I wanted....and needed for a family destination wedding. read more

Wow! Color, cut and style. Thank you making me feel beautiful again. True artist, magician status. read more

Wow, words cannot express how great my hair came out after walking out of this salon. I have thick, thick hair with horrible highlights and came to get it fixed. He gave me a very subtle blended hair color, closer to my natural color with sun-kissed highlights peeking through that i had previously. Not only is Rafiel a professional and extremely gifted at his craft, but he is a sweet and kind man who made me (an introvert) feel so comfortable. I got a cut, color, and blow dry and style for a very reasonable price. Cannot recommend this place enough. You won't regret it. read more

Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio - Color melt and hair color. He fixed my ugly dated highlights!!! - Hair Salons Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Rafiel is a super amazing and a very talented hair stylist. I loved the one-on-one consultation about my hair and what I should get since I wasn't sure. I knew I wanted a balayage and called and asked before hand if he was available for an appointment Saturday (called on Tuesday). He said to bring in a picture of what I wanted, I chose 2 and decided the day of of what color scheme I wanted. My hair came out great, I'm not use to getting my hair colored so a normal 4/5 hour session is something I'm antsy about but Rafiel was easy to talk to and converse with. He made the 4/5 hour session seem like nothing. P.S. He's a great singer too! And makes quick great lyrics, he serenaded me while doing my hair. He truly is passionate about what he does and isn't out there to get your money, just wants to do what he loves. read more

Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio - he curled my hair also..! *balayage hair in lighting* - Hair Salons Near Me - Alhambra, California

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I need a trim for my bangs and long hair. Very thing long hair. I was grateful Rafiel took me in at the last minute. Due to the covid the inexpensive locations are closed. I usually pay $25.00 for a trim. Salons are enjoying the rush to the salons due to covid. There becoming a bit arrogant. Anything in Alhambra is not high end! but when everything opens up again. They will be back to the old prices. Rafiel reminded me that a received a bad die from another salon in Alhambra. He charged me $60.00 + $5.00 tip(double dipping) = $65.00 for trim and wash was a bit to much. He was very nice and talkative and controlled the conversation and spoke very LOUD! and bragged about his high end customers. He probably does great work but your not walking out without paying hundreds. Unfortunately, He is way to pricey for a simple trim and wash. $60.00. read more

Rafiel is friendly and a great hair stylist! He was able to fix and trim my layers and my hair came out fuller and more vibrant

NEVER AGAIN! I dropped in for a 1 inch trim. He did not shampoo my hair. He used a spary bottle to wet my hair. 2 hours later and he charges me 60 dollars for a TRIM. Sad to say I will not be back. Good luck to him and his business but gouging customers is not good business. read more

I been a loyal client of Rafiel's since he had his salon in Lincoln Heights. My mom, sister, tia's and cousins come to get their hair cut and colored by him. He's absolutely the best. My hair always looks amazing coming out of his salon and grows so fast. He's passionate about his work and gives you the absolute best service. Great work doesn't come cheap. I definitely recommend him if your looking for a great cut and fabulous color. read more

I loveeeee loveeee Rafiel! He is a true artist, you'll have some great laughs while you're here. He specializes in hair color and corrections. And I've been coming back ever since, even for blow-outs. He gives the best ones. Support his business ! You'll be happy you came read more

I went in with a bad hair job from my last hair salon. Raphiel fixed it beautifully. Dyed my hair and fixed the cut. He is marvelous.

This place was great! He did an amazing job on my haircut and blow dry. My hair is very curly and thick read more

Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio - Best cut and blow dry ever - Hair Salons Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Wow! Incredible hairstylist Rafiel, got rid of the orange tones, reds and serious dryness that for "years", have haunted me, due to bad hair colorists. I am Rafiel's new customer as of today! I am very impressed by him going out of his way to make me a very satisfied customer. He went above an beyond to give my hair back the lost of moisture and silkiness, which I thought could no longer be achieved. This lovely salon uses only top of the line products. Aside from that, I received a truly "Special And Caring Service". They made me feel extremely pampered, really did. This combination of expertise, and outstanding service, makes Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio, a win-win, one-of-a-kind upscale salon, and one that offers and an amazing energy too! read more

Great haircut! Super funny guy....I had a fabulous time talking about what type of cut I should get. In the end I loved the results. Rafiel is a master at haircutting..next I will get my hair dyed!! read more

Raffi is freakin hilarious, first of all, so it's always a really good time coming here. But, more importantly, he has so much experience doing hair - you can tell he really knows his stuff. He does amazing color and really cares about the health of your hair. When bleaching, he uses Olaplex treatments, which is a big bonus, but his prices are still so reasonable! read more

Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Alhambra, California

Rene did my hair for both of these photos! She Balayage my hair for graduation & then dyed and chopped it all off 3 weeks later for my birthday. She is so patient & understanding of your needs as customer. I've been coming here for 3 years and I wouldn't chose any other stylist. Thanks For Everything Rene! read more

Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio - Rene is versatile with her skills! 3 weeks apart! You rock Rene! - Hair Salons Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Nobody cuts hair like Rafiel to the point where I think he should teach a class. He knows how to cut your hair evenly where it just falls gracefully. He really knows what he is doing and really cares about the well being of your hair. My hair literally feels like silk and you would never be able to tell that I bleached it. I first heard about Ralph through my mother so I've been coming to him since I was a kid. (So I've been a client for 10+ years.) As I gotten older I lost contact. I went to other places including those top salons in Beverly Hills and I wasn't really impressed. I started to feel like it was bogus to be paying top money for a hair cut I wasn't really happy with but then I would go to places like fantastic sams and still wasn't really impressed. So I started to hold off on hair cuts because I grew tired of the search until my mom came to me one day and was like I found Rafiel! I'm really happy I found his new location and no one else is going to touch my head except for him now! I have a new appreciation for him and I will not lose contact this time. He's just the best. A hidden gem for sure. read more

A great hair cut and style can totally change the way you feel about yourself. I have never (ever) had a color job and hair cut that I totally loved so much. Rene took all the gray out and gave me the most perfect highlights. Rafiel was truly an artist with the scissors. Not only did he cut my hair in way that worked with my three cow kicks, he added little touches of angles and layers that no other stylist has ever done. I was so excited to take pics (and I never feel this way) read more

Rafiel's Artistic Hair Studio - To the side, come over. Notice the perfect part... awesome - Hair Salons Near Me - Alhambra, California

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I had my hair cut and colored in January, and he is excellent. This was my first visit to him via a gift certificate I received. He truly listened to what I wanted: clean up my hair while keeping the length, and give me natural-looking color that suited my skin tone. He asked questions, explained some things about color, and went to work. As others have said, he is an experienced master at cutting and color, I was shocked at how good it looked when done. And the length was kept! Two friends I saw over the next few weeks who usually don't remark on appearance complimented my hair right away. It has remained healthy-looking and easy to maintain since then. One thing to note is that parking is best done on the street one block behind the salon, so if you are getting color done you won't have to worry about time constraints. Also his space was in the process of being renovated, so it wasn't super-fancy if that's what you're looking for in a salon. But his kind, fun personality and pro skills are definitely worth it, give him a try. read more

I was nervous about trusting someone new with my hair since I had been growing it out for so long but Rafael did an amazing job cutting my hair. He did exactly what I wanted. I recommend going to him. I will definitely be going back. read more

I'm so in love how my hair turned out. Rafiel is such a positive person, he made me feel comfortable. I got a long hair trim and a part of my hair dyed. Thank you Rafiel read more

Rafiel is the most talented hairdressers I've ever met. Been to so many places and found him by accident. Ever since, I've been coming to him for the past 2 years. Great guy, nice attitude, friendly, great talks, etc. read more

Excellent customer service. I truly appreciate it that Rafael cut my hair even though he had closed for the day!!!

So nice to get serenaded by Rafiel while he goes about coloring my hair. The man is an expert in getting gorgeous buttery blond highlights from dark brown hair (with some grey) without those awful Orange undertones. I will post photos tomorrow in the right light but my hair looks awesome and the shop is in a relaxing,not so busy,part of town. Raf really is an ARTIST, especially with us brunettes who just must be blond as blond as possible. Plus he cut my daughters hair a few weeks ago and she feels like a superstar now. I am really glad to find a talented hair colorist and stylist NOT in Beverly Hills! read more

Great great work!!!God Bless u Jesica for doing a miracle on my hair!loved it.will be coming back. read more

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Rafiel did an excellent job cutting my hair and fixing my wife's "hair cut". Great personality and price.

I really recommend coming here! My godmother told me to come here and I do not regret it at all! Rafiel knows what he's doing and he leaves your hair looking even better! He really does take his time and only pays attention to you! I would come back! read more

If I could give negative stars I would. My Aunt walked by try to get a hair cut but when she tried to open the door it was locked. The open sign was on and someone was clearly there. The man inside wagged his finger in "no" gesture. Do not even try this place read more

Rafael is very welcoming and accommodating. Now with that said, I came in to dye my hair. No highlights, no hair cut, nothing special. Just a basic dark brown. And Rene did a great a job, I was very happy with her work. My only problem was when I had originally called to schedule my appointment I was given a certain price and after she was done I was charged double from what I was originally told by Rafael over the phone. Other than that this place wasn't bad. Rene was great. She didn't pressure me into getting something I didn't need or want, which is always great. read more

This place is small. But that's the beauty of it. It's more personal. This was my first time here. And I loved it. Rene was my stylist. She was great. I loved my hair. Thank you I will be back read more

Rene took my drab greying hair and gave it new life with a great color and highlights. She definitely had a vision on how best to help me find a better me! I feel 10 years younger and the inches she took off the bottom really gave me a lift, and not just in the length. Some simply styling I think I can replicate at home was the cake topper of the day! Thank you so much Rene! read more

Rafiel is an amazing man. He is a warm hearted and very giving. He gives the best hair cut I have ever had on top of a very fun conversation. He is very talented and knows this business very well. He keeps his door locked, so just give a nice knock when you go to the door. I will recommend Rafiel to everyone of my friends and family. read more

Rafael did a fantastic job ..He gave me full highlights which came out beautiful and gave me a nice cut...I love it !!!! I found my new hairdresser !! thanks Rafiel read more