For the past four years I've been going to get my hair done at Sweetroots Blow Bar for all of my…read morehairs needs. Not only am I able to receive good services on hair quality and health. I am now also able to get root touch ups and hair trims as needed by my hair stylist Jeannine. She takes really good care of my hair and always gives me good product suggestions and tips on how to maintain healthy natural hair. I've received many compliments on my hair and suggest this blow bar to everyone who ask's me where I go to get my hair done! I have always felt very shy and insecure about my hair quality because it is very thick and coursed, ever since coming to this blow bar I have continuously seen my hair flourish. I also feel very confident on how I wear my natural hair. Blow Bar is also very welcoming and inviting. The music that is played in the salon is calming, everyone is friendly, and refreshments are even offered!

If you seek a service-oriented, human approach to lateness or valid last-minute cancellations, this…read moreis definitely not the place for you. I booked an appointment online around 12pm for a same-day 2:30pm-3:30pm blowout appointment, hoping to make it work on a hectic day. Sweetroots has a 24-hour cancellation policy, yes, but they also have a 10-minute "grace" period policy so that if you are over 10 minutes late, you forfeit your appointment entirely but still pay for it in full. That seems insane especially in a situation where I, the client, was 15 minutes late (after calling ahead to give a heads up) and where I'd already shared that I was happy to get whatever she (the stylist) could manage within the allotted appointment time. She said that she wouldn't be able to do the full service because she had an appointment immediately after mine, which was fine and made sense. But then instead of trying to find a workable solution to the time constraint, she lectured me about the grace period policy, gave a 5-minute wash and a 5-minute bangs blowout, then stood silently at the front of the salon waiting for me to pay, all by 3:07pm. Why did she stop blowdrying at 3:07pm, you may ask, when I'd booked an appointment until 3:30pm? I'm honestly not sure, even after asking her this question. Based on her response though, it seems that her logic was: 1) I'd already forfeited my appointment by being an extra 5 minutes late so 2) she was doing me a favor by doing any styling work at all. I suppose if she were following the policy exactly, she would take $60 for zero services rendered even when there are 45 minutes left in the appointment. Nothing about her tone or attitude felt welcoming or understanding. I find it confusing when someone in a client services job shows such little care, flexibility, or good faith when interacting with a customer. Anyway, while I regret booking this appointment, I went, I paid, and I will absolutely never return.

I was trying to find a salon in the city that would actually pick up the phone and let me book an…read moreappointment for a Sunday morning -- not as easy as it sounds. Thankfully, Blowology Dry Bar and Spa came through! I needed a slicked-back bun for an event, and my stylist, Ali, was awesome. He told me it was his first time doing that kind of updo, but honestly, you wouldn't have known. He took his time, made sure it wasn't too tight (huge win for my scalp), and the end result looked great. He even gave me a discount since it was his first time doing a bun for a customer. which I thought was super thoughtful. I also thought the ambiance of the salon was super cozy and brought all the vintage vibes!

I was really excited to have my hair blown out. While my stylist was friendly the curls didn't last…read moreone night, definitely not 3 days. They immediately fell out after leaving the salon which led me to believe they were not properly set, I've never had problems holding curl before. For 120 dollars I expected more than a few hours of my hair looking nice. I had Rachel. Again nice person, but not a great experience.

This was my first time ever getting a blowout, and I am officially SOLD! Kassidy is literally a…read moreQUEEN. She did such an amazing job on my hair and made the whole experience so easy and comfortable. Bounce Blowdry Bar is seriously a hidden gem. The salon is super cute, the prices are AMAZING, and I genuinely cannot believe I didn't know this place existed! I only wish I lived closer because I would absolutely be a regular. If you're thinking about trying them, DO IT -- and ask for Kassidy!

I scheduled a blow out for the morning of my birthday and wrote that as a note in the comments. I…read morewas greeted brusquely by Janee with "are you Alexandra?" No "have you been here before? Would you like something to drink? Do you need to go to the bathroom? Happy birthday!" Etc... I had booked an extra 10 minute scalp massage so when I glanced at my watch as I sat in the shampoo bowl I noticed it was 10:03. She shampooed my hair and then lightly layed her index fingers over my forehead (?) then conditioned my hair, rinsed and wrapped a towel around my hair and when I sat up my watch said 10:09 so I figured she had forgot about the massage. We discussed that I wanted big bouncy blow out waves but I stated my hair didn't hold a curl well so it was ok if the curls were a little tighter. She then turned me away from the mirror for about 25 minutes and when she turned me around I had tight Shirley temple-esque curls. I instinctively reached up to touch them and she said offered half heartedly to "run her fingers through my curls" which I stated I could do on my own. When I went to check out, I clarified the extra charge for the scalp massage since it had been so brief and she was clearly irritated, but the other staff person said the charge could be taken off. The sign by the register suggested $12 as a tip if you "liked it " seeing as I DISLIKED it, I added a $10 tip to which she rolled her eyes at me and still included the charge for the "massage" which I awkwardly had to correct a second time. By the time I finally paid I was shaking- I felt so uncomfortable, frustrated and irritated and sad that my birthday was starting out on such a bad note. Needless to say, I won't be back.

Come often, always leave with beautiful bouncy hair no matter who I see. Definitely recommend…read moreespecially before a trip or busy work day! Straightforward online booking and they use high end products. Refer them all the time!

The vibe is great at the Stylebar, good music, coffee, and of course, women's conversations. I…read morebelieve all the stylists are fabulous and will be able to do anything that you ask for. As far as I'm concerned, they are the best in Marin.

My first time. I had longer than shoulder length, fairly straight hair and wanted something a new…read moreand nicely styled. I got it! And Hilary is so friendly! No down side.

Cheveux is the most welcoming, relaxing, yet genuinely sophisticated salon I have ever experienced…read more I chose it at random, and am thanking my lucky stars. All the stylists are expert and love what they do. Suzie knew exactly how to tame my unruly, greying hair and bring it back to its original color. She is a true artist!

Ethan did such a great job cutting my hair!!! He asked so many questions and made sure that I liked…read morethe length/idea before he cut anything off. Great experience, will definitely go back to see Ethan!!!

It was easy to make an appointment online and I was able to see someone with short notice. I just…read morewanted a blowout and for $60, they did a decent job. The inside was cute and the front desk girl was really nice. I would get a pass if I lived near.

I have to give a shout-out to my fabulous hairdresser, Issam at Marin Essentials Salon in San…read moreRafael! I've only been to him twice, but both times he has exceeded my expectations. He has a great eye and takes the initiative to give me a fresh, flattering cut--and my blonde is FINALLY blonde, not brassy! His prices are very reasonable, and on top of being talented and professional, he's funny, warm and genuinely hospitable. I actually enjoy my time in his chair, and most importantly, I leave feeling beautiful. Highly recommend Issam if you're looking for a great stylist in Marin!

Issam is amazing! Flexible with scheduling and always gives a great cut. Place is convenient with…read moreeasy parking. Highly recommended!!!

Emily does such an amazing job!! I just tell her what I'm looking for and let her create a…read moremasterpiece and I'm NEVER disappointed!! I highly recommend her!!

Emily is AMAZING! She got me in for a haircut last minute and gave me exactly what I wanted. Very…read moretalented and has a great personality. I have already been back for a second time. If you want a great stylist go see Emily

I went here desperate for an appointment back in February: it was Super Bowl week and we had a huge…read morework event that evening and every single thing for me went wrong that day. I had no appointment since the day that I had unfolded in a way I couldn't predict, and when I spoke with the receptionist, she immediately squeezed in an appointment for me even though the salon was fully booked. It was something so small, but that act of kindness made me feel SO MUCH BETTER after an awful and stressful day. Thank you, I still remember your consideration and will definitely be coming back here the next time I'm back in SF.

7 years ago I had back to back horrific experiences here. I never went back. 7 years passed and I…read morethought let me try again. Perhaps having stayed in business so long, they may have finally figured it out, right? WRONG. Still horrible. For the price point, you are getting the absolute worst blowout. The finished product was frizzy and looks like I washed and blow dried it at home. I have no one else to blame but myself for giving them another try. Please save yourself the stress and leaving pissed off and avoid this place at all costs. P.s. not only do they not know how to blow dry or style hair, but they're never on time.

I got sick on the day of my appointment, but called ahead of time in the day to let them know I was…read moresick. They said they would charge me a cancellation fee even though I was sick. So I said I'd come in sick with a mask on to my appointment in order for them not to charge a cancellation fee. They said I couldn't come into my appointment either because I'm sick. So basically they won't let me go to my appointment, but they also won't waive the fee for keeping me out for being sick. Wtf? These people are seriously unprofessional and rude. Any other salon would've understood and simply waive the fee like a real business who treats their customers well. Not to mention my first experience there when the employees gossiped about other clientele the whole time to each other and then smile to your face as you fill their pockets, wtf was that about and why are they doing this in-front of customers in the chair?! I really tried to give this place another chance, I had hopes for this place based on reviews, I came to realize later a lot of those nice yelp reviews came from their friends, yes I can tell. There are definitely better salons out there that are authentic and courteous and I was lucky to find a better one with higher standards for how they run their business and treat people and been with them ever since. Happy to ditch the ritzy place, no room for the fake and greedy.

This Review is for stylist Melanie. I have been going to here for 5 plus years. I moved to the bay…read moreand needed a new consistent hairstylist. When I originally started I was in the process of being a blonde girly pop, but transited to a fun orange, then copper, and finally my natural brown with healing care under stylist Melanie. She can do it all, Fun and great quality colors, to teaching you how to take care of your hair with a routine that works for your schedule, now I am rocking my natural curls with healthy haircuts, treatments, and maintenance by my girl! The vibe of the salon is immaculate with parking and cute restaurants near by as well! If you're looking for a sign to book with her: THIS IS IT !