If I could give Sean Clay ZERO stars, I would. He is the rudest, most unprofessional colorist/stylist I have ever encountered in my life (and I've been to many expensive ones in Beverly Hills and Hollywood). I asked him politely (via text message) to please add a few more highlights and a toner to my hair, as one side looked different (lots more highlights and very yellow/brassy) than the other side (it was so noticeable that even my son's babysitter asked me about it). In response, he tells me that I looked like a disaster when I came to him (which was extremely rude and not even true). Then he tells me that his first appointment isn't for another six weeks. I politely responded that I was simply requesting a minimal correction, which was common courtesy in his profession. He responded by saying "good bye" and "you're blocked"!?! He also left me a scathing (and insane) voice message while I was feeding my toddler. I tried calling him back but he wouldn't respond. I'm honestly in shock right now. This man is in his 50s and claims to have been doing hair for decades. How he thinks he can treat people this way and still have clients is unfathomable to me. Oh, and he charged me $200 (would only accept cash) to do my hair at his house (which reaks of tobacco smoke) for this hair disaster that I'm going to have to pay someone else to fix for me. Do yourself a favor and AVOID THIS MAN AT ALL COSTS!!! (I've posted the text messages to prove what an insane jerk this guy is.) read more

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Sean is a top colorist, and provides the best cuts ever. My hair always feels and looks great - not just when I walk out of the salon, but for weeks after. The cuts make styling effortless. Sean's fun energy, great conversations and singing are an awesome bonus to having great hair! read more

Best in town! For a guy looking to get stylish hair cut without knowing what to ask for, SEAN is the guy to go to. Personality, Proficiency, & Price. Sean is great at all read more

Ah.. Sean Clay. ;) Sean has been my stylist for almost 14 years. I have very thick yet fine kinky curly hair. We have tried a few things but he has PERFECTED a thermal keratin treatment, I have almost NO hair breakage which is unheard of. He mixed a color that is almost my exact natural shade and only covers my grays. Keeping my natural color was / is a big deal to me and he made it work!! I now have silky straight amazing hair and cant stop laughing while I am there. My mom and sister live in Boston and go see Sean whenever they are in town as well. That says it all!! He is priced right and his knowledge is vast and helpful. If you are looking for someone who will make you feel beautiful not break the bank and do a fabulous job you have found your man. read more

I connected with Sean through all of the wonderful reviews posted on Yelp. From the first moment I stepped in the salon he was warm and welcoming. He assessed my hair and provided me with excellent color and cut followed by an amazing blowout. I don't know that I have ever had such a wonderful experience with a hair expert. Sean is truly talented and I felt like a new girl after he finished my hair. He also provided me with tips and techniques to tame my unruly naturally curly hair. Not only is he an excellent stylist, Sean also has a wonderful personality to go along with your experience. Thank you Sean for breathing life into my really tired and over-processed hair, you rock! read more

Best haircut in SD! Word of advice: You need to schedule an appointment. read more

Great cut every time. It's hard to find consistency ( paired with great personality). I highly recommend. Asian hair is not the easiest to work with and my hair is evenly layered every time. Can't say thank you enough! read more

What an amazing artist Sean is! This was the first time he cut my hair and I love it! I was on a beach vacation from my hometown of Pittsburgh and drove 2 hours to have him do my hair after hearing about his talent! We had a conversation about my goals and what I wanted from my cut. He taught me the entire time he cut and styled my hair. Without hesitation I recommend Sean! He has such great talent and a fun personality to be around! Thank you Sean!!! read more

BEST stylist EVER! Love love love Sean! I'm 52 years old and for the first time have found gold! I was recommended to Sean by a neighbor for a color correction. My previous salon had botched my color horribly. Sean not only corrected the color but also gave me a beautiful cut as well! He's super sweet and very personable! I'd recommend Sean to anyone wanting a great color or cut. I couldn't be happier ! On a scale 1-10 he's a 100! read more

Sean is the best!! He was my stylist and he is my friend for over 15 years in San Diego. I never wanted to go to anyone else and I am sure that once you go see him, you will feel the same. I am super sad he left us, but it is your gain! He does great hair and also beautiful color and he knows all hair, including frizzy, curly, short hair, long hair, in short, Hair! I just let him do what he wanted and my hair always looked great! For me to trust anyone with scissors near my head and let him do his thing, that is saying a lot. And the color: always beautiful and natural looking. He is an artist! I got many compliments, even from strangers, who wanted to know where this hair came from. Answer: Sean! Besides, he is funny, kind, and I miss him so much. I just know that he will built a following in Wilmington as he did in San Diego. Don't wait: make an appointment. You won't regret it! Marion read more

Sean is a master stylist and is my go-to for any hair related needs. On top of just being stellar at his job, he's also a lot of fun to talk to while he's taking care of your hair. His work is worth every penny. Oftentimes, it's worth more than that. If you're looking for a change or if you're just new in town, I highly recommend you schedule an appointment with him. I am 100% positive you will be happy with your decision. read more

Am new to Wilmington and needed a new hair stylist for cut and color for my long, thick, and wavy hair. I found Sean through reading some of his awesome reviews! He is every bit of Awesome and more! Sean is super passionate in his profession with a desire to not only give his clients the best treatment ever, but also offers great tips on how to better care for our hair. I highly recommend Sean for all your hair care needs! read more

Wilmington is so fortunate to have Sean Clay now working in town. He has styled my hair for years and each time with tremendous results. He studies your hair and knows from texture and your shape of head exactly what style would look good and one you can keep up. I am so upset he is not in San Diego any longer. He has a terrific personality and I miss him. Enjoy Wilmington you now have the best!!!! read more

San Diego's loss is Wilmington's win!!! Sean's talents are unmatched. You are missed!!!

Sean is reliable, consistent and friendly. I am very particular and have gone through a lot of colorists and stylists- Sean is fantastic! Whenever I've gone with his suggestions I've received compliments, even when I didn't think the changes were very significant. He has a great eye- just go with it. read more

I have been a client of Sean Clay for years. I spent a long time trying to find a great stylist who could make my hair look great and me not having to give much guidance. To put it simply....is a frickin' wizard! He is so gifted that my mom and sister both go to him as well (for more than 5 years) and all three of us are extremely picky. He moved back to North Carolina a couple months back and all three of us San Diegans had a huge panic meltdown as we knew we would inevitably soon be going to someone less talented. Anyway, just go to him one time and you'll see I'm right and you will be amazed what he's capable of doing for your hair. read more

Sean has been doing my hair for years and I couldn't be happier!! I've been to salons all through LA, Orange County and now San Diego and I'd have to say Sean is the best hairdresser I have ever been to!! His haircuts are amazing, I have a lot of hair, but it is fine hair and he knows just how to cut it so when it grows out it still looks like a fresh cut. Even when I'm way overdo for a haircut I still get compliments on my hair. His color skills are also amazing and he is the best at letting you know what looks good on you. I trust him completely and tell him to just do what will look good and I'm always happy with the results. Not only is he the best hairstylist, but he is also an amazing person and very entertaining. He's got a great voice when he sings too!! Thanks Sean...love you!! read more

I've been coming to Sean for over 5 years for all of my haircuts. He's reliable, skilled and always gives a great cut. His prices are also fantastic. A massage, haircut and a wash, and he never rushes. Thumbs up! read more

Sean for president!! I was recommended to him about 2 years ago and haven't stop going to him for color and cut. He is so good at what he does, extremely nice and with a great personality! I definitely recommend him! read more

Still loving my cut even as it's growing out and even in this humid weather. So, so happy:)

Sean just cut my difficult hair and it is seriously the best haircut I've ever had. (and I'm super picky about my haircuts). I left there feeling great and can return to work with an extra spring in my step. Thanks Sean :) read more

Went to Sean for the first time this week. Best haircut and service I've ever had. And as a bonus he's a lot of fun to talk to. Would give him 10 stars if possible. read more

Best hair cut I've gotten in years! Not only that Sean was a great guy! So glad I found him here on Yelp! If I could give six stars, I really would. Thanks Sean! read more

Sean is a master - love him so much! He makes my hair looks awesome and my mood is up for at least a week :)

Sean is a fantastic hair stylist! He's great for a conversation, very friendly, and he manages my unruly curly hair like no one else. Highly recommended!! read more

Sean has been cutting my hair for 10 years, including when I took off 10 inches to donate to Locks of Love. He made sure my super short hair was flattering and helped me through the growing out phase! He is knowledgeable, reliable and has a great eye for style. read more

I had my first haircut with Sean today and I was very happy with the results. Not only did I get a haircut but an education about how to use hair products and a strategy for getting to the hairstyle I ultimately wanted. He obviously enjoys his job and is quite engaging with clients. read more

Sean is so talented... He cut my hair and gave me a consult where he taught me so much about taking care of my hair! He is extremely knowledgable, personable, and fair. You can really tell that he enjoys what he does. I found my new hair guy. read more

Sean is just great. He doesn't make you feel rushed and he takes his time while you're with him. He suggests products that he can sell and he also tells you what to look for if you want to buy them on your own for cheap. I've been going to him for about five years now, my friends see him, and my mom sees him. Enough said. Go make your appointment with him now. read more

A unique value even at double the price that Sean charges for his work. As an older guy who wants to take every opportunity to look young, my search, at least for a hair stylist, has ended at Sean's chair. He was able to see my hair and style such as it was, and convert my humdrum head into a cut that was modern, comfortable, easily managed, and likely endure more than a few weeks. Sean Clay has provided the best value I've found since moving to San Diego from NYC 10 years ago. read more

WOW!!! Sean Clay is an amazing "seasoned" stylist who really listened to me about how I wanted my hair to look. He said cutting hair is precision and he takes his time to be precise. After looking at my haircut when I arrived at the salon, he showed me it was not precise and both sides weren't even and there was too much bulk causing it to lose its shpae. I have tons (thankfully) of very fine wavy hair. He also has curly/wavy hair so he understands how it needs to be cut. He took time to explain to me how my hair didn't flow from level to level, but was cut in steps that weren't blended...sort of like boxes! He thinned my hair a lot, but kept the length. Sean is a wonderful person and went over and above what most stylists would do to educate me on how to blow dry my hair that would produce the results I wanted. He showed me products that would maintain the style, etc. I feel my hair will keep it's shape all day now without using so many products. Thank you, Sean, I appreciate that you are gifted in your career and that you're a caring gentleman with a winning personality! read more

After using Supercuts for many years, and having a fairly simple hairstyle (I'm a guy afterall) I decided that I needed to make a drastic change. I didn't want to place may visual fate in the hands of supercuts and so I found Sean. Salon Antoine is a very nice place with lots of nice hair stylists, and I was able to contact Sean on his cell phone and setup an appointment for the next day. I even texted him a photo of what I was hoping for. He was confident he could give me the look, and went to work. In no time and for only $25 he had cut it washed it styled and gave me a lesson on the products I would need to maintain the look. The salon charges separately for their hair products and Sean was in no way pushing to sell me product afterward. After all his great advice I wanted to get something that he recommended directly before I wandered into the aisles of a drug store unprepared, and so I got some product for another $24. He ran my card for the store, and then ran it again through his cell phone for the cut. Then I was able to tip in cash. All in all a great experience. I highly recommend him. read more