Gary is A-MAZ-ING!!! Not only did I leave the salon feeling much better about my appearance after he worked his magic - but he is just a great guy to talk to at a level far above the cringey small talk some practitioners employ when engaging clients. He also kindly adjusted his schedule for me. I will be back! THANK YOU GARY!! read more

Janine Kerr is the greatest ! Did a wonderful job on my daughter's hair. She is very satisfied.

I found Alex at Aguayo by stopping a woman on the street with a perfect precision cut. She (Alex) took ten years off my face with an easy-care style. Prices are reasonable, everyone is upbeat. The salon is bright and airy and stations are far apart for privacy and safety. The parking is a little limited but it's a small thing compared to the highly professional attention! read more

Thank you Joseph & Danny!!! I am most grateful for your talent, patience & thoughtfulness! read more

Always a great haircut and a relaxed visit! Karla is responsive and I always get lots of compliments on my cut.

I visited this salon for the first time in September for a balayage & absolutely loved the outcome.

Janine is so generous with her time and is such a great balance of utilizing her own artistic and creative skill and being receptive to her clients' own personal style to make for very satisfied customers! She is the only person I would take my daughter to for her first salon experience! we are so grateful for who she is and what she does so well! read more

Such a great Salon! Perfect locale, friendly crew, and stylist Gary Domasin is so talented!

I've been going to Joseph and staff for over 20 years, from very long hair to short curly hair! I can honestly say that I've never been disappointed. I LOVE the pampering, kindness, professionalism of Salon Aguayo! Thank you for caring for your clients, especially with mandating masks and vaccines! BRAVO! Dotti read more

I just got my first haircut by Janine and I am totally obsessed! She was very knowledgeable and made me feel super comfy even though I was getting a hair cut a little out of my comfort zone! Super sweet and talented! 10/10 would recommend!!!! read more

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This salon really knows what they're doing. They are very friendly and professional. The salon itself is very clean and efficient. The front desk staff are always helpful and friendly. The hair products for sale offer a wide range of selections. I always feel great after my haircut and color. I've been a customer for over 35 years. Love them!!! read more

I really appreciate the management caring so much for their costumers satisfaction and providing such wonderful service. Second try was great, thanks to Karen! Also Joseph thank you for the way you handled the situation...you went above and beyond to keep me happy and satisfied, thank you! read more

Came into Salon Aguayo to work with Dani. My hair prior to coming in was a total mess. I had the courage to die my hair black box color. Which dried and ruined my hair completely. Dani was very patient with me and my hair. She made sure I was well taken care of. I appreciate her customer service, her massages during washing my hair, and her consistency in making sure I was okay through out the process. Everyone in the salon are great friendly people. I would highly suggest coming to dani. . Thanks Dani for working with me and my hair. read more

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I had an appointment several weeks ago for a semi-formal event, and brought a few pictures of a hairstyle I had in mind - something simple but still unique and special for this event. No cut, no color, just a half up-do. My hairstylist (Alex) nailed it perfect, and while she was working, she consistently asked for my input, giving suggestions about what would be other options with this section of hair or that, based on my pictures, hair color/highlights, and hair consistency. They have a check-in on your first visit which takes off $10 - but for what it's worth, the full price I still think is reasonable, especially for the area. The salon itself is beautifully lit with natural light and could easily pass for a peaceful art studio. Everyone there is friendly but not overbearing, and never once did I feel that they tried to force a product on me or encourage me to buy some randomly expensive shampoo or whatnot. All that being said - I'm definitely on the easily-amused and easy to please side, however should I need a stylist in the area I will head straight to Salon Aguayo rather than even considering any other salon. read more

I've been Gary's client for about 2 years now and I couldn't be happier. First Salon Aguayo is beautiful and everyone there is so friendly and the customer service is amazing. Everyone there goes above and beyond. But GARY IS AMAZING! I've been a redhead for a really long time and have had really long hair. I finally decided on a change and I'm loving it. Took about 4" off my length and completely changed my hair color to caramel blondish. I love it and I've been getting complements everywhere I go. LOVE IT! read more

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I had to wait a long time. I talked to the receptionist of what I want to do and he scheduled it wrong so we don't have enough time to get everything done and had to come back. the color were wrong and don't look good and the hair cut is terrible. all and all. it might just be the person we got. but it was terrible. read more

Very professional and clean salon. Requires all clients to be fully vaccinated -HOORAY!

I've been going to Gary for five months now and I couldn't be happier. I went in for a nice burgundy balayage and ohh emm gee. It came out so great! I have a hidden undercut (I've got a LOT of hair) and he dyed that a lovely vibrant burgundy color. The rest of my hair melts beautifully from my natural color to burgundy. It was a long process because I have a ton of hair (despite the undercut!) but Gary was enthusiastic and professional every step of the way. Basically, go make an appointment now! He's the best. read more

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I was walking in the neighborhood and I had no idea this place was here? As soon as I walked in the door I was greeted by Kevin! I told him I wanted a fresh look done to my hair! He said, " I have a highly recommended Stylist that can give me what I want!" I go with the flow and I got Linneth! She worked on my hair and I am so HAPPY with my look!!!! I'm coming back! read more

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Excellent service! Sarah is the best but everyone is very kind and knowledgeable. I always leave looking and feeling great! They use great hair products too! read more

Gary gave me the best haircut I've ever had. He's also a joy to spend time with. I highly recommend him.

I absolutely love Salon Aguayo. Gary has given me 2 great haircuts and gave me the most beautiful 1960s updo for my wedding. It's so hard to find people who do a great job with old fashioned hairstyles, and I'm just so happy I found someone who did such a wonderful job. I got so many compliments, and he is the nicest person to talk to. Will definitely go back again. read more

I had an amazing experience at Salon Aguayo, Marquis and Heather are great at what they do. I did a very fun and unique hairstyle that Marquis (@thehairprofit) executed perfectly and Heather (@heathernbubba) did a phenomenal job with my makeup. The salon is a great size, very cute and clean. I 10/10 recommend this salon. You will not regret booking! read more

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Highly recommend Timothy Fierro. Listened, super friendly, exactly what I asked for. Very reasonable prices and clean salon. Will definitely go back!!! read more

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My first time at Salon Aguayo and I was more than impressed! I had damaged hair from past bleach and my hair stylist, Camerin, fixed me up! She did a trim, condition, glaze, and blowout to make my hair soft, shiny, and healthy. She also didn't cut too much off of my hair because I am trying to grow it out. Camerin was amazing! read more

Salon Aguayo - Trim, blowout, condition, and glaze from Camerin! - Hair Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

This is the first negative review I'm writing and I hate to do it, but the service I got calls for one unfortunately. I booked an appointment with Natalie after seeing everyone rave about her on yelp. I wanted to get my roots done and a simple trim. I've been getting my hair done at my stylist in Beverly Hills and I foolishly wanted to save myself time by going somewhere close by. Big mistake. First off, I waited 35 mins past my appointment time. Not a huge deal but seeing as how I had to check with the front desk girl and inquire as to how much longer it would be and no one checked in with me to explain the delay... kind of unprofessional. After Natalie sat me in her chair and asked me what I wanted to get done, I in turn asked her a very simple question : "Do you do the Agave smoothing treatment?" I had already asked the front desk girl this when booking my appointment over the phone, and she informed me that yes, they do in fact do it. I just wanted to confirm with Natalie if she specifically performed this service for her clients. This was our conversation verbatim: Natalie (after I ask her the initial question): "Agave... Agave.... hmm...." Me : "You know, the Agave smoothing treatment? The front desk girl told me you guys do it here." Natalie: "We do the Brazilian Blowout." Me: "But not the Agave?" Natalie: "Um.... no we do the Agave." HUH??!! Me: "I'm confused. So do you guys do it or not?" Natalie: "No, we do it. We just mostly do the Brazilian." Me: "Have YOU done the Agave for your clients?" Natalie: "Yeah." Me: "How many clients would you say you've done it on?" Natalie: "One. When they were teaching us how to do it." I should have RAN out of there. (Side note: this salon does not sell ANY Agave products, as any professional Agave salon should. Another red flag but I was way to patient that day.) After coloring my hair and blow drying it in the most amateur way possible (zero tension on the brush when I have thick, frizzy hair; entangling the brush multiple time in my hair from the sloppy way she was handling each section ) she proceeds to roll up chunks of it and pin them at the top of my head in CURLS, as this will "Give body to my hair." At this point I can already see that my roots are the incorrect color and I am beyond frustrated. Before taking the pins out of my hair to reveal the grotesque lion's mane that she's created, Natalie says, "I hope you've enjoyed your service today." Pins out. Lion's mane revealed. AUBURN roots in full exposure. I have DARK BROWN hair people. Without even getting out of my seat, I point to my head and ask her, "Do you see what I'm seeing? My roots are orange." She looks frazzled and perplexed and says, "It's probably the lighting... come over here." She gets me up and moves me away, giving me a handheld mirror. Shockingly, it wasn't the lighting. Natalie apologizes profusely, and offers to fix it the next day, not charging me for the color. But I'd be a complete moron for going back. It's obvious that she's an amateur stylist and colorist. I learned my lesson and will never let anyone besides Javier Martinez do my hair. Do yourselves a favor: if you're in the LA area, take the extra time and go to the Fernando Romero Salon in Beverly Hills. Ask for Javie... you won't regret it. read more

All I have to say is that Alex is the Hair Whisperer! After 2 different disastrous salon visits, and 2 hair dye box jobs I found myself at salon Aguayo! Thank God. Alex saved my hair I will be going back FOREVEAAAA!!! *not the best picture Iof her amazing work. read more

Came here for a conditioning treatment with Joseph B. He went above and beyond to make my hair look the best it can and gave me good advice in between. Check in on yelp for $10 off your first service. read more

Finding a good hair stylist is serious work. Like any relationship, once you've found a good match, it's hard to let go. Why ruin a good thing, you know? Unfortunately, moving to LA from San Francisco meant needing to part ways with the stylist I've been going to for over 5 years, and it took me a long time to finally bite the bullet and commit to finding a new stylist in LA. Fortunately for me, my former stylist's best friend, who also worked with him at Sassoon Salon and Tailored Salon in San Francisco, recently moved to LA, so I've been able to get the same quality cut without needing to fork over an extra $150 to fly out to SF! Melissa Robles-Tolmasoff has impeccable technique and a strong attention to detail, and she was completely unfazed when it came to dealing with my curiously wavy, thick Asian hair, turning it into a sleek, sharp cut with an asymmetrical angle through my fringe and around my head. If you're looking for a cool, edgy, short haircut, Melissa can make it happen for you, and she'll do it with a smile on her face and welcoming demeanor. The salon itself is also a beautiful space, with a bright and airy vibe. Even though coming here is a trek for me from West LA, the distance is a sacrifice I'm willing to make for a hairstylist I believe in and a haircut I can trust. Thanks again, Melissa! read more

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I absolutely love my stylist Natalie, and the salon itself! I've never found a stylist that I've wanted to continue coming back to, until Natalie. She is great at understanding what kind of cut and color you want. She takes great pride in her work and does everything with an air of professionality. I've had multiple haircuts and colors done by her. The salon itself is amazing. It's located in the heart of old town Pasadena. I believe the hair magazine "Salon Today" named Salon Aguayo one of the top 20 salons in the US. They moved from another location and all the equipment is completely new and state of the art. read more

I have to say I was delighted to spend time at Salon Aguayo! The staff was so pleasant and nice and even offered beverages when you walk in. Marquis did my hair and I was blown away! I have never had a hairdresser who listened and appreciated my hair like he did! He was gentle and knew what hairstyle I wanted and he knew how to executed it perfectly and magically. After Marquis did my hair Heather did my makeup and I was breath taking! The makeup complemented my hair perfectly and she made it stand out on its own. Heather was gentle and explained every step and made me feel so beautiful! I love my experience and can't wait to go back to Marquis and Heather. read more

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The best hair experience I've ever had. Savannah is very talented and now, I have finally found a hairstylist I will stick with for the long run. Thank you Savannah, for making me feel beautiful and taking such good care of me while in the studio. read more

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This long overdue review is for Janine. She is an absolute wizard when it comes to transforming hair. My journey with Janine came over a year ago. I saw her work on Instagram and reached out to book an appointment for a haircut. I have challenging hair and Janine is the only stylist I have gone to that hasn't made me feel like they regret me being in their chair. She welcomed me with open arms and full of suggestions on how we can get me to a great place with my hair. Janine knows hair and sees your entire head of hair -so that weird growth pattern in the back of your head is taken into account- that bulky spot by your temple is dealt with. This is why Janine is a wizard- everything is important and those details matter in the process. And they matter to her. With a plan in place, good product, patience, and most importantly her expertise, I can confidently say I love my hair. At 47 years old, I feel like me again -what a gift! That's the magic of being amazing at your craft. I will happily make the 45 minute drive to see Janine any day. And the cherry on top is that she is such a lovely person too!! Please do yourself a favor and book an haircut with Janine. read more

I was so excited to come in for my bridal hair trial. My wedding is just around the corner and I was ecstatic that I found a salon that opened early enough as my wedding is in the early afternoon. I came in and everyone was really friendly. My stylist was also really cool and laid back. Unfortunately, the result did not meet expectations. I came for my appointment at noon and the stylist finished around 1:47 PM. After 2-3 hrs of having it done, my hair looked extremely messy. Note that I had not done anything strenuous that would mess up my hair. Hair pins and strands that were originally part of the style unraveled (see picture). Perhaps this type of style isn't the stylist's strong suit, but I need to look put together on my wedding day. I messaged the owner pretty early in the afternoon and explained what happened and if we could work something out. I still haven't heard back. A lack of response regarding my unfortunate experience has pushed me to cancel my appointment. Very very disheartening considering the price I was charged and the generous tip I left. Update: a day or two after the incident described previously, the owner offered to reimburse the charges in addition to some free services and a second shot for my hair trial. Unfortunately, as I was still upset and disappointed, I declined the services, but accepted the refund. In retrospect, what bothered me the most about this experience was that it seemed like the stylist I was assigned was really struggling with the style I chose. If the stylist did not feel comfortable with the style and/or wasn't experienced in executing a specific look, they should have said so and we could have found a solution. Simple as that. In the end, I'm just glad the issue was resolved in a professional manner. read more

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If you're looking for a stylist that really cares about your hair, book an appointment with Natalie Bodaghian asap! She's always very professional, she listens to what you want and takes extra special care to be sure that you leave the salon looking and feeling beautiful! I'm so lucky to have found her because I had the same stylist for many years, but when I moved from Beverly Hills to Pasadena, I had to find someone new that I could trust! Natalie goes out of her way to pamper her clients! I have been coming to Natalie for over two years and I'm so happy with the way my hair looks every time. She loves to try new styles and encourages me to try new looks. I know I'll keep coming back because Natalie truly is the best stylist I've ever had! I love the salon too! It's hip, high end but without being pretentious and has the sweetest people working here! They're always polite and accommodating. They're super willing to help you find an appointment that fits your busy schedule. I highly recommend Salon Aguayo! read more

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I am SO happy I was referred to Salon Aguayo!!! I had my haircut yesterday and I can't help but to stop at every mirror in my vicinity! I LOVE my hair. My stylist was Natalie Bodaghian. Where do I start? Natalie was the sweetest, funniest, professional hair stylist I had. She was very accommodating and made sure I was comfortable every single minute of my treatment. She made sure to not tug on my hair and hurt me, like other stylists have at other salons. My hair is WILD and has a life of its' own. It's curly, it's puffy, it's frizzy...and I've got a lot of it. Natalie gave me the sleekest haircut, tamed my crazy curls, and even gave me tips on how to care for my hair to keep it in the tip-top shape she created. I would DEFINITELY recommend anybody to give Natalie a try. Trust me on this one, I'm very very picky with who I trust when it comes to my hair, and Natalie really impressed me! :) Thank you Natalie!!!!!!! read more

I guess it tells you something right away when I say that I have gone to Joseph....(the owner) for 38 years! I was 30 years old when I found him in a beauty shop on Colorado. I am a decorator....and I recognize artists when I am lucky enough to find them! Joseph is one! And he surrounds himself with beauty (the chicest and most beautiful beauty shop you will ever see!!); and he is an artist. He understands your hair; your face, your height, your weight......he is a true artist! I have never asked him to do anything....and I get compliments on my hair 4 times a day...minimum. (I know this will bring hate and troll responses)! It is a fact! You could not find a better place for your hair! My husband.....who has the most beautiful hair; also has been coming for 35 years.....and everyone goes and asks Joseph to dye their hair his color! Joseph tells the truth! I don't! I just cut it! Gorgeous!!! This is the best place on earth to have your hair cut and colored......and there is more!!! Penelope read more

5 stars for Anthony O. Sweet, personable, attentive, and needs little guidance when it comes to giving you the hair cut you want but aren't quite sure how to convey to a stylist without them jumping inside of your brain. Anthony can do that. Thank you Anthony! Ps, the salon is above a stylish little cafe that serves third wave coffee, food, and wine. Great to check out as a go-to before or after your salon visit. read more

Mickey Wall is fabulous and totally Amazing I was just in for my color and cut. I had a wonderful experience and I left there feeling relaxed and 100% happy Mickey over exceeded my expectations!!!! She helped me by coming up with a perfect fit color that was great to use on me and what I like but through her eyes. I can't thank her enough for her professionalism and expertise. I left at exactly the time she told me I would when booking my appointment, She placed her full attention on me and even better she wasn't swapped nor did she try to squeeze other clients in like so many other salons try to do now.... Cannot wait to return!!!! Thank you Mickey can't wait to see what you have in store for I later.... read more

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My daughter needed an updo for Homecoming aka #HOCO and Sara listened and delivered. My picky teenage daughter was very happy. She got many compliments. Who'd think that a simple hairstyle does require a professional stylist to make it look elegant. We were promptly greeted and our appointment was in time. Very chic and modern salon. Price was very fair. read more