I have been going to Lauren almost 2 years now and I cannot recommend her enough. Not only does she do an incredible job, but she's also so kind and sweet! I had tried extensions in the past and they never looked right and felt super uncomfortable. I figured extensions weren't for me until I went to Lauren. What I love most about Lauren is that she is so skilled in what she does and actually listens to what you want your hair to look like. She educates you on different options, but never sells you or forces anything on you. From my first appointment, I immediately trusted her as she educated me on different hair quality. The hair she uses is much higher quality than anything I've seen or had in the past. If you are even contemplating extensions, I highly recommend scheduling a consultation with her - you will not be disappointed! read more

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I just had my new hair extensions and color done here and I have never loved my hair more !!! I am a picky blonde and it is spectacular. Highly highly recommend her !! Wendy read more

Lauren is absolute magic. Her work is life changing- book the appointment and you won't regret it. I've been getting sooo many compliments on my hair. I was going to text her but figured I'd post here instead! Thank you Lauren ! read more

High end hair extensions, master level knowledge, super friendly vibe at a great price!

Lauren is truly amazing. I went on Yelp looking for someone to help bring my confidence back, and I was super nervous. I had just got a terrible haircut that made me feel like I didn't want to be seen. When I found Lauren, I was super impressed with all of the extensions she's done on other women, and I wanted to do a consultation. It was super easy to book with her! She responds quickly and is super friendly. I went in for a consultation, and she gave me her professional opinion on what would be the best for my hair because I wanted it to be healthy again and not break off every day of my life, haha:( I wanted long extensions. Still, she recommended just filling in the areas that didn't have much hair as it would be healthier for my hair, and eventually, we could do longer extensions. So I trusted her! Thank god I did because my hair looks AMAZING. I was almost in tears with how confident I felt when she was done. I got a Keratin treatment done and keratin tip extensions put in my hair. I would 100% recommend her to anyone who is considering doing extensions and is afraid. She cares about your hair! She's amazing!!!! Thank you Lauren read more

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I found Lauren off of Instagram and I absolutely loved her work. She was super professional and provided a quote for me up front via text as I wasn't able to come in person due to my busy work schedule. She listened to what I needed and I was in and out of the chair! She's definitely an expert. My only regret is not finding her sooner. Also, she's great at trimming/styling! It's hard to find an extension expert who can do everything so I'll definitely be back. On top of everything, she was sweet & kind. Thanks Lauren!! read more

The Hair Extensions Expert - Hair Extensions Near Me - Alamo, California

Lauren is truly the best! I drive all the way in from SF to see her. My hair looks so great every time, she's professional, sweet, efficient...the best! Couldn't recommend her more. read more

I have been going to Lauren for about a year now and I can only say wonderful things about her and her work. She is truly the best and she has my full trust. Her attention to detail and consistent work gives her 5 stars. She is also very knowledgeable on everything hair related and personable. She has been doing my highlights as well as sewn in extensions (invisible bead) which I love. She listens to my needs and does what's best for me. She is the true hair extension expert. read more

If you want amazing extensions, go see Lauren Mae!! Here's a few reasons why: 1. Super quick and clear communication via txt regarding consultation, booking, pricing and payment. No surprises at all and made the process seamless 2. Lovely, CLEAN, private salon space that was easy to get to from the peninsula and it's surrounded by food and coffee options! 3. Lauren Mae knows what she's doing. I've had extensions before, some were good and some were disastrous. Lauren Mae's expertise is unmatched. My hair looks perfect, I didn't have a headache after installation, the blend is seamless, and I am thrilled with the end product!! She matched my hair texture, color and corrected the bad haircut I had! Also, she's amazingly quick and meticulous! 4. Lauren Mae is just lovely. She didn't push me to buy unnecessary products or give me a hard time about the crappy state of my natural hair. She's chatty and friendly but not in a way that makes you feel like you have to talk or over share if you just want to chill during your appointment. read more

The Hair Extensions Expert - Before Lauren Mae worked her magic - Hair Extensions Near Me - Alamo, California

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I absolutely love my hair! Lauren did such a good job with the cut and color. The highlights are natural yet gorgeous looking. I love the salon because it is a more intimate setting than your typical large, loud and busy hair salon. Lauren is so personable and a joy to chat with while she does my hair. 10/10 would recommend Lauren for your next cut/color/extensions! read more

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I drive from San Francisco to Alamo just to see Lauren. She is so personable and makes you feel very comfortable. I love my extensions as well as how she dyes my hair. I highly recommend coming to her! read more

I've been going to Lauren for 6 months now, getting tape in extensions. Her work is phenomenal - even my colorist said "damn these extensions are done well!" My hair is gorgeous, but more importantly Lauren is super attentive, sweet, and receptive to feedback. Even if something goes wrong she always delivers a top notch customer experience. Her prices are reasonable and transparent, plus booking an appointment online is easy. I'm so grateful I found Lauren and I recommend her to anyone looking to get gorgeous locks! read more

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Rc'vd response a whole two weeks after leaving a message. Really wanted to get extensions with this "goddess of hair" so the Yelpers have said!! So I went through Yelp and tried to book an appointment. The stupid online booking tells you to call for an appointment; so what's the point of having an online booking tool if it doesn't book appointments for you?!?! So I tried calling again.. Just received the generic VM saying the voice mail box is full.!?!?!??? How do you stay in business with your business setup as a one woman show?!? Either: 1. answer the phone, 2. return your perspective clients phone calls, 3. actually use your online booking tool so you don't have to do it manually or 4. HIRE AN ASSISTANT!! You should be able to afford it considering extensions are over $1k a head... You really should get your business together!!! read more

I have been going to Lauren for years, for extensions. After I moved up from Orange County. She is a positive up beat person who is extremally talented! If you want to enjoy the person you work with, and get great results. I highly suggest going to her! I have done both Individuals and tapes with her and she is fast and amazing!!! Highly suggest if you need an extension expert! She is a true expert! read more

Wow. I didn't know wizards existed outside of Harry Potter until I met Lauren. Seriously. After having a pixie cut for some time, I decided to grow my hair out. And because I'm literally the most impatient person in the world, I wanted to bypass that ugly 'middle stage', which was looking a bit too much like a mullet for my taste, and get extensions. After researching online for about a month, I found that most hair extensions 'experts' just simply did not want to try and place extensions on a pixie cut. Too much work and meticulousness required, I suppose. Then I met Lauren and everything changed! Once I did the initial consult with her, I knew she was 'The One'. She was friendly, yet incredibly informative and realistic about the outcome, aftercare, and cost. Yes, it was expensive, but in this business, you get what you pay for. For real. Long story short, she took my blahhhhh half grown out pixie cut and turned it into an amazing A-line bob. And most importantly, I was afraid that the extensions would look super fake because of my short hair but it looks AMAZING. Seriously. Not only is she the best in the Bay Area (like, by farrrr), after going to consults in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, I think she may be the best in California, if not the Universe. Thanks Lauren !!! :) read more

The Hair Extensions Expert - Bye bye half grown out pixie cut, helllo Fab! - Hair Extensions Near Me - Alamo, California

Lauren took me from "ugly awkward growout" to luxuriously long locks in a matter of hours. And honestly, I couldn't be more pleased. First, I had an appointment for a consultation. We went over my options, she answered all my questions, she color matched my hair, and gave me a quote. The quote was the most painful part, but in the end, the decision to move forward was worth every penny. Next, I came in for the big transformation when my new hair arrived. We went with Great Lengths extensions since my hair was so short, and those little bonds hide better than the less expensive tape kind. The appointment flew by. Lauren is so personable and such good company and her hands fly so swiftly through your hair that before you know it you'll be out of that chair. The process wasn't painful. She simply sections off your hair, and works her way from left to right, right to left placing your new strands on little pieces of your hair. She knows what she's doing. After the extensions were placed I couldn't even tell they were there. Afterward, she gives you a little haircut to blend in the new hair to your hair. The blending haircut and color match were done so well there is no way you'd be able to tell the extensions weren't my own hair. Lastly, Lauren gave me some reminders telling me how best to take care of my new hair, showed me the brush and products I should use to make them last as long as possible, and I left feeling informed and beautiful. Sleeping on the extensions takes a little getting used to. You feel the little bumps of plastic all over your head, and it's annoying at first, but by night 3 I'd forgotten about it. Laying on hard surfaces still isn't fun, but beauty is pain, and this awesome new mane is worth it. read more

The Hair Extensions Expert - Before and after Lauren Mae Haggard transformed me from short and shaggy to long and luxurious. - Hair Extensions Near Me - Alamo, California

Lauren is hands down THE BEST!! I have very fine hair and can't grow it past my chin. Lauren has been doing my extensions, hair color and cut for the past few years and doesn't disappoint. I love my color (I am blonde), and my extensions look real and make my hair feel so much thicker. I would recommend Lauren to anyone looking to try extensions for the first time or for a seasoned hair extension pro. She is also the nicest person on this planet, so I enjoy going to her and chatting with her every couple months. read more

I've intended on writing a review for a while now, but between school and work, this review has been LONG overdue. Around September 2014, I had been doing some research on hair stylists in the Bay Area who knew how to work magic with extensions. After seeing a few pictures of Lauren's work, I knew she was the one for the job. I made a call and set up a consultation for that following Saturday. Came in, discussed the color, length, extensions type, and overall plan for what was to come! Keep in mind, when we first started, I came in with short burgundy hair and about three or four inches of roots, it was bad. I obviously trusted Lauren to dye my hair because I wanted the color to match the extensions flawlessly. We scheduled an appointment that following week to dye my hair, then made another appointment within a few days to complete the finishing product. Lauren was a pleasure throughout the whole process. After a total of 10 hours on my hair, the finishing product was magical. I left the studio feeling like a completely different person. The microbeads take some getting used to, but you learn to work around them and warn others to look, not touch. The money was also a little pricey, but you definitely get what you pay for! 37 weeks later and I still feel blessed to have found such a beautiful hair stylist. This angel truly has talent and passion for what she does. Don't hesitate to go to her if you want long, luscious hair! read more

One star only for her time! Let me start off OVERPRICED for the job she does. I've paid almost 2K, I've had sooo much better for not even 50% of what she charges. Yes, it's been a couple of years since I did my extensions with her and the only reason I remembered is because I was cleaning my pictures and found that horrible picture with extensions. Here is the story: I had shorter hair, my hair is thin and never been colored (until this year). I've contacted many places but Lauren was the promising one. She said she can order 5 start virgin hair, those hair were the most expensive. I obviously trusted professionals (not anymore). First of all, hair did not match the color, she had to use toner. Second, hair was not virgin, they were thick, dry, colored and CUUURLY! After taking my first shower after extensions were done, I come out and hair on top which were mine were straight and everything else was curly. Looked like I had a hat on. I've literally had people asking me whats going on with my hair?! I contacted her, she offered to get a treatment done (something like Brazilian relaxing) I HAD VIRGIN, UNCOLORED HAIR, why would use so many chemicals because of the hair you put on me? Two weeks later I came to take them off! I paid 2K for the worse job I ever had. She was not sorry, she didn't even say bye when I was leaving, she acted like it was my fault that she doesn't know how to work with my hair type. ON TOP OF THAT, she had extra hair that she did not use and was supposed to either give it back to me or at least let me know that she is keeping them for the next time I decide to come back. I paid for the hair by itself almost 1k for her to keep them. I ordered my own hair that I found on the Instagram, from Russian which was 100% virgin, uncolored and matched my hair 100% ....it cost me $400 and I spend another $200 for putting them on. I got the most compliments I ever had. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH BEFORE WAISTING YOUR TIME AND MONEY! (Since I can't reply to your comment, my review was entirely referring to 3 years ago, and extensions that I did was right after I took off yours, at the same time when my hair was short and uncolored. Not now. I reused my extensions 3 times until my hair grown out. I didn't ask for Russian hair I asked for virgin, uncolored hair, which ended up being not just colored but also curly, thick and dry. And if you could not get me what I asked for you should have said so right away. That is very unfortunate that you had to take a day off to make 1K! Thanks for not charging me to take off that wisp of bast from my head, I'm used to getting it done for FREE from any other place where they put them on for you). (As a business owner, you should be more professional). read more

Lauren is the best! I've been going to her for over 3 years and love my hair every time I leave her studio. She listens to what you want, matches your hair, and styles it beautifully. Highly recommend. read more

I wish I could give 10 stars, double the five. I've been coming to Lauren for over three years, and don't plan on stopping. She is the epitome of positivity, talent and expertise. She has taken such amazing care of my hair, and the compliments I receive on my "real hair" are a tribute to how incredible her work is. I would recommend Lauren to any of my best friends, she is both professional and so fun to talk with and be around. Not only does she give you the time but truly takes the time to learn about your hair and ensure it's taken care. Lauren is truly the expert when it comes to your hair, and extensions. read more

The five stars is for the consultation. I really appreciate honesty, and Lauren was so incredibly honest about why I shouldn't try getting extensions just yet. She could make money insisting on it. My hair really just isn't long enough, as much as I want the extensions. She was patient and kind, walking me through everything. Thank you for the honesty. Will come to you when my hair's ready! read more

Lauren is the best! She has been doing my hair for 2 years now and I am always so excited and happy when I leave her chair. She always picks out the exact color match for my hair, which isn't easy since I have a few different shades of brown/blonde in my hair. During our first consultation she was so patient and informative, she answered all of my questions about the different types of extensions and advised me on the best option for my hair. I change my hair quite often; I love short hair but I also LOVE long hair. I'm so glad I met Lauren because now I can go back and forth in a matter of a couple hours! I have one set of long extensions when I want long hair, and I also have a set of short extensions when I want to add volume to my short hair. She keeps all of my hair stored away for me so I don't have to worry about it! I highly recommend Lauren if you want beautiful and natural looking long hair. No one ever knows that I have extensions in, and I get so many compliments! read more

Lauren is amazing with hair! When I relocated to SF, I was searching for someone that specializes in hair extensions and came across Lauren's work. As a hairstylist myself, I am very picky, but she is very knowledgeable and made me feel confident because I knew I was in great hands. I recommend Lauren to anyone for any occasion and I'm so glad I booked with her!! She has the sweetest personality and the cutest studio--Looking forward to our next hair session! read more

Lauren is an absolute dream to work with. I have had short, fine hair my whole life and always dreamed of having long locks. I was nervous to take the plunge with extensions, but once I met Lauren, all my fears vanished and I knew she was the one who was going to make all my hair dreams come true. And she delivered! I am thrilled with the results. Lauren is also super accommodating with her schedule and there for you throughout the entire experience. Not to mention, she's the sweetest human ever! I love chatting with her and the time flies by when I'm sitting in her chair. I cannot say enough good things about Lauren. If you're looking to get extensions, she is your gal :) read more

I have been coming to Lauren since I moved to SF; she is such a star! It's so stressful for me to change hairdressers and she was so kind and understanding and listened to my needs, then rocked my beautiful new extensions. I've worn extensions for YEARS and have seen it all! Lauren is a master at her craft and just as lovely as a person. She is super responsive to getting her clients booked and makes sure you NEVER feel rushed. If you're considering extensions - don't go anywhere else! read more

Lauren truly is the best! I've had hair extensions with her twice now, and they have looked amazing both times. Really great color match and perfect amount of volume. If you're considering hair extensions, definitely come see Lauren! read more

Lauren is absolutely the best! She has been doing my hair for 5 years! I don't trust anyone else with my hair. Lauren has provided multiple services for me throughout the years including regular cut and trim, Keratin treatment and hair extensions. Every service that she does is done with care and detail. I recently put hair extensions back in and love them even more the second time around. The hair color matches perfectly. None of my friends or family members could tell that I had put extensions back in because they blended in so well. My hair is straight and the extension hair air drys straight. I don't even need to style it and it looks exactly like my own hair. Thank you Lauren for the continued amazing service! read more

I found Lauren on Yelp a few years ago and am so fond of her that I have been flying her down to LA to do my hair since relocating from SF. If I could invest in a hair dresser, I would invest in Lauren! What you need to know: -She's THE expert when it comes to extensions. She has tried all extensions on herself so she knows what she's talking about. She's certified in many different methods. -She is by far the best priced, especially for her quality of work -She does AMAZING color -She is so good at cutting the extension hair to blend that no one even knows I have extensions (that's why I was hesitant to post this review, didn't want to give up my secret) -If you're going to sit with someone for hours you better like them. Lauren is the most genuine person who truly cares about her clients Private message me if you have questions about her work but I highly, highly recommend her. She's worth every penny - I have been able to grow my hair out and get compliments daily and no one knows my secret. read more

Lauren Mae is super talented and the best!! With a Vegas wedding coming up in 5 days and finally deciding that I wanted long hair for the wedding I called Lauren Mae and she was able to squeeze me in at the last minute! She color matched my hair perfectly with beautiful highlights and in 3 hours I emerged with amazing, luscious long hair! Felt so natural like my own hair. My pictures turned out gorgeous all thanks to Lauren Mae and I am LOVING my new look. I want to keep them in forever! Don't waste anymore time thinking - go see Lauren Mae! She has a forever client in me and I would definitely recommend her. Thank you Lauren for making my day so special and wonderful! read more

Dear Yelp:: We need to make an exception for Lauren, may we please give her 10 stars?!?! Yes, people, she is THAT good! Lauren is a perfectionist and I want nothing less when it comes to my hair! I first went in to have Lauren color my hair and during this time she gave me a consultation for extensions which I have never had before. She was very thorough on her explanation and made me feel very comfortable with the decision on spending more than I ever have on my hair. 3 days later I had long flowing locks with highlights! It was as though I had never chopped the 12 inches off my hair 8 months ago! My long hair was back in an instant! I'm in love!!!! It's one of these cases that I don't want to tell others how amazing Lauren is, because I don't want to have to start booking her 6 months out! However, she is so good to her people and really understands what great customer service is, so I'm not worried. She is truly THE hair extension expert! I will never go to any one else for extensions. Thank you for being so amazing. read more

When I was done with my extensions with Lauren I seriously felt like I wanted to cry I was so happy. I can't remember the last time I loved my hair so much leaving a salon. She gives you consultation to make sure you understand how the extensions are done and make sure you get the best for your hair. She is super sweet and makes sitting in the chair super pleasant. I'm so excited I've finally found a stylist in SF that I love!!!!! read more

The Hair Extensions Expert - My before and after with the extensions Lauren did, I'm in love!!! - Hair Extensions Near Me - Alamo, California

Lauren Mae Haggard's specialty is with Hot Heads Hair Extensions. After a thorough consultation which included color matching my hair, determining the length that was appropriate for me and a detailed explanation of the care involved for the extensions, we were good to go! She special ordered the extensions, which arrived in a couple of days, and soon after I was in her chair n my way to new look! The application was very quick! I think the whole appointment was little over an hour! I can't emphasize enough how comfortable these extensions are. There's no pulling on my scalp, I can't feel them when I run my hand over the surface of my hair, and I am able wear a ponytail just days after application. If you are considering changing your look with extra length or you're looking for extra body, these extensions are really easiest way to achieve it! They can be reused (saving $$) and are very quick to put in or take out, and most of all, are VERY gentle on the hair!!! Give Lauren a call at Patrick Evan Salon or check out her website at: http://www.hotheadsextensions.com read more

Lauren is the best! And this is one beautiful salon with a great location. I am so thrilled with Lauren's artistry in extensions and I have experienced all types of extensions. I have been looking for this Expert forever and I will never go anywhere else. My hair looks and feels incredible. And I thoroughly enjoyed my interaction with Lauren. She is very focused with amazing ideas that I have no doubt will come to fruition. Her passion for her work and her desire to help people is inspirational. Thank you so much, Lauren. I am one very happy girl. With flowing locks, I might add... read more

The best. Seriously. Lauren is so wonderful! She is a hair guru! I went to her for color and extensions and both look beyond amazing. A stranger came up to me and told me I had glorious hair. Seriously, that happened... From the initial consultation, all the way to the final product, Lauren really goes the extra mile to make sure you love your hair. She's the only person I will go to in SF! read more

I've been going to Lauren for several years now and have had nothing but positive experiences! First, she's great at her job! Her hair extensions always end up looking great and she is very thorough. It's nice to have consistency when you are getting your hair done! Secondly, she's very sweet and friendly and makes you feel comfortable every time you come in for an appointment. I highly recommend choosing Lauren when you're looking for a new hair stylist! read more

What girl doesn't want the impossible hair she isn't born with? My natural hair is curly and naturally blonde. Other ladies would say, "Oh, I wish I had that kind of hair!" I would respond, "No you don't! I want your hair!" I would straighten and dye. I have an extensive wig collection. Now I have my long pretty pony childhood dream hair! When Lauren finished my extentions she told me it would change my life. I thought that was quite a bold statement, but it turned out to be true! Having long hair has made me feel more confident and beautiful, youthful and fun. The entire experience from the initial consultation to the finished result was a total joy because Lauren is such a positive sweet person. I was skeptical when she showed me the blend of hair colors she was going to use, but she said trust and I did. I am so glad I did! I've never had 18 inch hair in my life and I was never going to grow it, no matter how much Biotin and kale I ate. It wasn't in the cards, but now I have my dream hair! It wasn't free, but everyone should have their dream hair, even if only once. That said, I know I will be back as far as my means will allow. Totally worth it! I recommend Lauren 100% The only warning I would share is that if you've never had really long hair you may be surprised at how much more time it takes to style - but again, totally worth it! read more

Thank goodness for Lauren! My hair had really taken a hit after some health issues and was thinning and breaking. With a wedding coming up, I knew I had to call Lauren for extensions. I am so glad I did! Lauren was responsive and accommodating with regards to setting up a consultation. Afterwards, we scheduled my first appointment based on her honest and knowledgeable recommendations. Since then, I have gotten so many compliments on my hair. It looks so natural, people can't believe I have extensions! Not to mention, they were perfect to have for my wedding day and gave me so much more confidence. As you can tell from all her amazing Yelp reviews, not only is Lauren an expert in her craft, but she is also an impressive one-woman show (she does it all!) and an absolute sweetheart! Lauren is a true professional who does amazing work, goes above and beyond for her clients and is so much fun to spend time with. Seriously, go see her, you won't regret it! read more

I went to see Lauren to get my hair thermally straightened as well as to get extensions 2 weeks later. My hair looks AMAZING. I have really curly hair and have had really bad luck in the past. The last time I had my hair thermally straightened it fell out in chunks and I vowed to never do it again. As a result I needed extensions but they looked fake. When Lauren straightened my hair she talked me through the process and explained why my previous hairdresser ruined my hair. She is extremely knowledgeable on the subject. Now on to my extensions. I could not be happier with the outcome. They look completely natural and blended and she didn't need to cut my natural hair to do it. I have received many compliments form those who know I got extensions and others cant even tell because it looks so real. The fullness and length look great and I feel so much more confident. If you are looking to get extensions I highly recommend her. I will never go to anyone else!!!! read more

Run, don't walk, to Lauren's chair. You will love, love, love your hair. No. Really. Just make sure you are ready because once you get extensions by Lauren you will be addicted. For life. She is the best hands down. I could blather on about how she is the most up to date on every method out there, or talk about how flexible and patient she is because her mission is to truly give you the hair you want. But I won't. Cuz who wants to read about that boring stuff? Instead I'll tell you how long luxurious and healthy your amazing new hair is going to look. How you'll spend like 3 minutes styling it each morning--and look better than you ever have. And how you'll be so excited when it is time for a lift or update because you get to go and spend an hour or so with her amazingness. Your search is over. I'm so excited for you. Enjoy! read more