Seco Blowdry Studio was a life saver for my dinner event! I needed my hair done for an event last…read moreminute and I was looking for a place that was close by work and decently priced. Their online booking system was very straightforward and easy to book, and I was able to book a "Hollywood Waves" session with Nicole. It was nice that they offered the $45 price without hair wash. It's a small shop located inside the Colonnade Mall on South Lake Ave. You can park in the parking lot in the back and it's located on the bottom floor of the Mall. Nicole was very sweet and I showed her a few pictures of inspiration. I liked that she listened to what I wanted, I had mentioned that my hair tends to frizz when I have curls so I'm glad she was able to tame my hair so it didn't at the end. Nicole is very talented and she made the experience so relaxing, and it seemed so easy to make my hair so beautiful.

This is my new go to salon. I am loyal to Monique M here - if it ain't her, don't get near my hair…read more She has magical hands - my hair is the healthiest and longest it has ever been! It has grown so much since I started going with her. She also delivers every single time with styling my super straight hair and with the cut. I have never walked out unhappy with my cuts here which is a big deal since some stylists can cut off too much. She's such a sweet person & friendly!! She keeps it real and doesn't try to sell you anything you don't need like the trending glass toners on Tik tok.

Sofia Anderson at Drybar on South Lake in Pasadena is absolutely the BEST! She's done my blowout…read moretwice now, and I am seriously in love with my hair every time! She is so talented, and I couldn't recommend her more. If you're looking to get your hair done, definitely make an appointment with Sofia--you'll absolutely love it! ‍

Have been to over 10 Drybar locations across NYC, LA, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, London, and…read morebeyond, and this Pasadena location was by far the worst experience I've ever had. The woman at the front was lovely and kind, so check-in and check-out were the only bright spots. I arrived with clean, wet hair and had already chosen the products I wanted used. Once I sat down, it was clear my stylist was in a mood. He refused to use any of the products I requested, saying he "doesn't like them," and proceeded to blow dry my hair with zero heat protection. The blowout was rough and he was aggressive with my hair, couldn't get it straight, and it was obvious I was in pain. Wanted to get up and walk out the entire time, and honestly should have. Went home, washed my hair, and redid it myself. Paying $70 for that experience was not okay. I don't write bad reviews often, but felt I had to warn others.

I completed a few visits before writing this review because I wanted to make sure my amazing…read moreexperiences weren't flukes!! But now after doing 3 scalp spa treatments, a massage and 1 blow out, I can very confidently say that Scalp Sanctuary is worth every minute and dollar you spend here. The staff is incredible (thank you Capri, Cassandra and Alex!) and the space truly is a sanctuary. The decor is to minimal and calming - and gorgeous. The treatment rooms are so beautiful, the whole world disappears once you step inside. I have very dry scalp issues and have noticed a huge improvement since starting to go to Scalp Sanctuary regularly (I just dropped my DryBar membership and joined SS's!). If you're on the fence about trying this spa out, don't hesitate to book your service! You will be so happy you did.

Brooke was lovely. Had the most relaxing hair wash of my life. My scalp looked less angry…read moreimmediately after the service. This is one of those things that seems like a luxury but is actually a necessity.

My go to place anytime I want a blow out! They are absolutely the best! So easy to book online and…read moreall the stylist are trained to give the same exact blow out and wash! I walk out feeling amazing every single time! My blowout lasts a week and I get so many compliments every single time! I'd highly recommend them!

Best salon ever!! Exceptional customer service and unwavering consistency. Wouldn't go anywhere…read moreelse.

Took me in last minute for a hair gloss and had the kindest treatment and professional service! Had…read moreno idea they were tucked away in this corner of Pasadena. Reasonable prices. Would come back!

Sarah is the queen of color and Magic Sleek treatment. I drive from huntington beach to see her…read moreshe's absolutely the best Highly recommend her

I scheduled a month ago for my nieces party. Two sisters for hair and makeup and 11:00. One would…read morebe getting hair while the other makeup and then switch. I text Liz to ask if they can add my sister at 10:00 for hair and makeup and she confirmed yes. I have all the proof on my text. Then a few days before I asked if they could do my hair at 9:30 no makeup and they were nice enough to accommodate me (or so I thought) fast forward to day of our big event. Yes I was running late and they moved it down that was my fault. But when my sister got there at 10:00 they started asking for one of my nieces saying one of them was suppose to be at 10:15. My sister called me on speaker and Liz was very rude and unprofessional. She totally made my sister feel so uncomfortable on a very important day for her and her daughters. It made me so upset that the start of their big day was ruined by how rude they were being treated and how Liz was yelling at me on the phone. I sent screenshots to my sister so she can show them proof of all our conversations. Liz dismissed it still blaming me. I told my sister here is the text she sent me with prices because I have a feeling she's going to try to charge you more. Sure enough my sister said she tried to charge her more. Upon seeing my nieces to get them in their quinceñera dress I could not believe the makeup that was done on them. I could have done a better job. They slapped sloppy glitter on top of their eyelids and put on cheap eyelashes. Their makeup looked lfar from special and the girls were so disappointed they almost cried. This "beauty bar" is not for a special occasion! Avoid at all cost. You will be disappointed. The makeup artist is nicer than Liz that's for sure but does not do quality work. Pay more for makeup because a cheap price comes with cheap makeup and hair . Update! The business intended to clarify but they are wrong. The attitude of Liz ruined what was suppose to be a special moment for my sister and nieces! There was no need to be rude and yell at me on the phone!

If you're looking for a spa, check this place out. This spa is clean and centrally located in…read morePasadena with reasonably comparable prices. I love coming here for facials and to touch up my brows. I utilize the services of Julie, who is very attentive to detail and your personal skin care needs - this is your go to person. For my facials, I let her take the lead and go with what she feels my skin needs. I have never had any issues from the products used and I have always been satisfied with the outcome. I'm not going to lie, the extractions hurt but they're necessary so just grit your teeth and the process will be over before you know it. This spa is located in a plaza with a very ample parking lot. It is monitored so make sure you pay for your parking (I believe the first 30 or 90 mins are free...forgot the deets on that) or you will come back to a ticket. If you're in a need of a snack before your appointment, there are several coffee shops you will pass before reaching the spa. Appointments are required as is a deposit for services.

Jennifer is amazing!…read more I had my hair done by Jennifer today at Studio K in Pasadena. The salon itself was absolutely beautiful and spotless. Everything felt so clean and well-maintained, and it almost felt like getting my hair done in a lovely café. I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I asked for a K-pop-inspired style, and Jennifer really listened carefully to what I wanted and understood exactly what I meant. She made me look so much younger and more beautiful. I absolutely love my new hair. Thank you, Jennifer, for making me feel like I look years younger. I'll definitely be back. See you again, Jennifer!

Not the greatest haircut…read more My hair has loose yet defined curls. I asked for and was assured the hairstylist had experience with curly hair. Unfortunately this was not the case. My hair was kind of a chop job that took months and other haircuts to fix. Won't be returning.

I had a wonderful experience at the salon initially. The team was so nice, the conversation was…read moregreat, and my hair came out looking beautiful. They really cared about what I wanted and were very thoughtful about the kind of balayage that would work best for me. However, when I got home, I discovered I had chemical burns on my scalp, neck and face, as well as a blister on my ear that broke the skin. It's been more than 24 hours and the symptoms are still present and highly uncomfortable. I've had many color treatments and balayages in the past and this has never happened to me before, so I'm very concerned. I love my hair, but the skin damage makes this a really tough experience. Edit: I am updating my rating from 2 to 3 stars to express my appreciation for the salon's prompt communication and offer of a refund. To keep my review honest and transparent, I do want to note that the physical reaction I experienced was a clear chemical burn, with localized areas feeling burning and oozing. This might have been an oversight during the process--such as product being left on a bit too long or not rinsed out thoroughly. The stylists here are undeniably talented, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time during the appointment itself. While the physical reaction was unfortunate, their effort to communicate with me is appreciated.

Needed to refresh my color and Emily did an amazing job…read more She asked me questions and ensured that she understood what I wanted before starting. She showed me color options and gave me her opinions which helped narrow down what color we would end up doing. Emily's personality is also so amazing. She's so outgoing and nice and it just felt like we were friends hanging out. I highly recommend booking with her. My hair turned out so well! The salon is also so nice and clean. It's located by El Portal and yes, there's a parking lot for them.

Came here for the first time today, and I can't recommend this salon highly enough! The entire…read moreexperience was great from start to finish. Everyone was so kind, welcoming, and down-to-earth, and they made me feel completely comfortable, something you can't necessarily say about many salons. I absolutely loved how my hair turned out, and the salon itself is beautifully designed with such a calming atmosphere. Overall, it was a 10/10 experience, and I'll definitely be coming back!

This place is really professional and clean. I had my hair done today, they do a good job as well…read more Definitely will go back.

I just moved to the area and this is my go to nail spot! I…read moreusually go for gel manis and Annie and Laura are amazing! Last time I was in I was set on a specific color but I couldn't find it. Two of the women working there looked through ALL of their different brands until they found the exact one I was looking for. Everyone here is very nice and helpful in explaining all of the different types of services they offer as well. The place itself is bright and comfy, I love the chairs they have for their pedicures. Since it's located in a popular spot metered street parking can be sparse, but there's a parking garage a block away too. I'd definitely recommend this place!

Went there recently with my daughter and we were able to get appointments a day before. Ladies are…read moreprofessional, and the place is very open and clean.