Yvonne is incredible. From the moment I met her, I knew I was working with a true professional. I have extensions for my hair that I got from another salon and she was able to redirect how my hair should look without being too pushy on sales for herself or making me insecure about how my hair looks right now. I only came in today to have her style my hair. But with everything she taught me about hair extensions altogether and my hair specifically, I now have another appointment next week to turn it into the hair that I've always wanted. So basically, I found my hair person l And it's been years since I've had that kind of trust with a hairstylist. Oh and btw my hair style today she created for me is absolutely stunning. Her salon is fun and clean and the rest of the staff is so kind! Great vibe in there. I highly recommend going - because you'll have a great experience and you will want to go back for all the right reasons. read more

Once again Y Salon doesn't disappoint!! Had to change my appointment for another commitment and they accommodate me with no problem! My hair appointment was fabulous as always! Plus I had a new blowout person (Phillip) he was amazing!! Love this place!! read more

Phil is great and he get you coffee before my haircut. I always return to Phil for the cool haircut style and his kindness. Phil always make time for me; I have a busy schedule but he finds ways to get me in his busy schedule. Employees are friendly and professional. The owner is always smiling and she greets all her customers. It is a very cool and relaxing place. I don't feel rush or pressure. You just tell they what you want. The place has discount on the weekdays. read more

The manger reached out to me due to my previous review. I made an appointment for a pedicure with Tracy at 10am when they opened but ended up with Toya. She started at 10:15 and luckily I didn't have plans after because I would've been late. I was told Toya has years of experience as a nail tech and it showed! The scrub and leg massage was amazing, cuticle care was gentle, and most importantly, the water temperature wasn't too hot during the soak! The blue color I chose was perfect and she did a great job! read more

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The Universe Said "Next Door" I walked in here frustrated. The place right next to this one had just wasted my time. I almost went home. I didn't. Good call. Same day, walk in, seated immediately. No pitch. No upsell. Just a stylist who actually listened and got to work. Here is where it gets good. He shampooed my hair. Gave me a scalp massage. Nobody asked him to. Nobody paid extra for it. He just did it because that is apparently how they move here. That detail alone tells you everything about the culture of this place. The cut was 30 minutes. Clean lines, intentional technique, exactly what I asked for. I have paid twice as much at places that delivered half as much. The space is spotless. Boutique energy without the attitude. If you have been sleeping on this place because the outside looks quiet, wake up. Some of the best experiences come through doors you almost did not open. I will be back. Probably soon. read more

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Any service you can think off is available! From massages to hair cuts to pedi/manicures to eye brows read more

Y Salon & Spa - Hair Salons Near Me - San Mateo, California

Excellent massage good way to start your day. I'd like to come at least twice a month.

My first pedicure in CA, amazing service. Clean , polite, and beautiful ladies, thank you Angi!

Did mani and pedi. Great massage and service from Tracy as always. Perfect summertime color. read more

Y Salon & Spa - Another great job from Tracy. Thank you - Hair Salons Near Me - San Mateo, California

I booked the custom refresh facial with the dermaplaning service added on. My skin has never looked so radiant and beautiful. Ruby was my esthetician and she has so much experience and knowledge in the field, I knew I was well taken care of. Ruby educated me about my skin, gave me great advice, and she truly has a gift when it comes to extractions, it was completely painless, and she's so sweet. The Y Salon is my favorite place to be, I always feel so welcome and the aesthetics make me feel so relaxed and comfortable. The staff was hospitable and kind, always making sure I had everything I need. I will definitely be back again for another facial experience!! read more

I would like to say how much I appreciate Diego, who cut my 2year old daughter's hair, and another stylist who worked with my 8year old and gave her layers with bangs. They both made sure I was comfortable with the haircuts and did a great job making my daughters feel at ease during the entire session. Ruby, the salon manager, was incredibly patient with my two daughters while doing their nails as well. They were giggling the whole time, and she made them feel relaxed and turned it into such a fun experience. Not every salon is this accommodating to kids! Sydney also played music while doing my daughter's nails, which I really appreciated. She spoke to her kindly and was so patient. Angela did my gel nails, almost like a Russian manicure but cheaper and even nicer read more

Y Salon & Spa - Pink Gel Manicure for Mommy and Pink and Purple Glitters for my girls! - Hair Salons Near Me - San Mateo, California

was in san mateo for a few hours so i thought i'd burn some time by getting my nails done. i saw that this location had nearly 5 stars and i see why. upon entering, it is spacious, clean, and the decor was super cute. while i was a walk-in, they took me in right away. i had my pedi done by zulma. she was super gentle and it's clear that she puts a lot of care into her work. the staff here are really sweet. they also offer coffee & tea while receiving your service which is a nice touch. overall, i would absolutely return whenever i'm in the area again. it's not an exaggeration when i say this is one of the best nail salons i've visited. read more

I love coming here for pedicures. They do an amazing job and the environment is very welcoming!

This was my first time coming to Y Salon & Spa and it did not disappoint! They were very accommodating when I made an appointment morning of. I wanted a mullet with a wavy perm and it came out better than my reference photos. Everyone was so sweet, especially the lady who did my hair. She gave me a lot of tips and tricks on how to maintain this hair and also was very flexible when it came to pricing. Additionally, the rest of the staff were so sweet they offered me beverages and conversed with me when I was waiting. I'll definitely come here again, the atmosphere was welcoming and they did my hair even better than I expected! read more

Y Salon & Spa - Hair Salons Near Me - San Mateo, California

I came to Y Salon in need of a new color and hairstyle, and from the very beginning the experience was seamless. My consultation went smoothly, and they were so ready that they even offered to do it the same day. We scheduled for the next day, and I'm so glad we did. The way the staff checked in on me throughout the process was incredibly kind and welcoming. Diego did my color, and not only was he great to chat with, but he truly went above and beyond--even helping me extend my parking time in the garage. The customer service was absolutely splendid. Once everything was finished, I felt myself glowing--I was extremely satisfied. A huge thank you to Diego for giving me the best blue hair I've always dreamed of. His time, care, and dedication truly showed. And thank you to Yvonne for the amazing haircut--my hair looks so smooth and beautiful. I couldn't be happier! read more

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It was my second time receiving a balayage at Y salon. I am satisfied with the colour and result. Lee was very attentive and made my experience pleasant and comfortable. The fresh colour looks really good but I'll wait for 1-2 washes to see the actual colour. Overall Lee was great to work with! I also got a facial from Ruby who made the experience luxurious and comfortable. She explained each step and made the whole session relaxing. read more

Y Salon & Spa - Ash-Blonde highlights with my natural base. - Hair Salons Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Both my manicure and my hair color and blow out was done with quality and great recommendations. People are nice and take the time to work so you are satisfied. read more

It's always a beautiful time at Y Salon. My girls and I have tried a few services courtesy of Yvonne and her lovely team. The team is amazing and they are all an absolute vibe! ** Head Spa w/facial (added service) ** Like a hairgasmic experience! The thought of someone washing, moisturizing and massaging your scalp to perfection. The hair care products used, will leave your scalp feeling cleansed and hair, soft and silky as ever. Facial (added service) - for those who have never experienced a head spa + facial, please be aware, THE WATERFALL WILL GO OVER YOUR HEAD, OVER YOUR FACE AND STOP RIGHT ABOVE YOUR UPPER CHEST AREA. And do not panic (as I did) bc this is part of the experience shout out to the staff who had to mop the floors after my headspa. YOU ARE THE GOAT! - Additional add ons - Scalp Scan (do you want to know what's happening with your scalp? Hair follicles) - Keratin Treatment: customized and catered to your hair needs ** Facial (anti aging) ** As a person who lives for her facial spa masks - the anti aging facial was one of the best facials I have ever had! Prepped and washed your face multiple times though out the process while clearly explaining the products and next steps. Cleansers, exfoliation, moisturizers, steam therapy and LED treatment all wrapped together. ** Massage (Swedish Full Body) ** Massages are serviced in quiet and beautifully organized rooms tucked away. Oils/lotions, hot stones and warm towels after each session, to give your body a relaxing, calming vibe. Let's talk about tiny but powerful hands! Tracy is my go to girl for clients with stress knots and in need of a stronger, tougher beat down on the muscles. She makes it hurt so good!! Looking for a lighter, softer touch, please ask for Ruby. Both are guaranteed to put your butt to sleep! ** Chair Massage ** (Waiting on my mama) Literally - sitting in a chair, while getting a neck and shoulder rub was the best 20 minutes of my spent! Quick and relaxing! ** Spa Pedicure ** Now, when it comes to pedicures, I am all about the paint jobs and foot rubs, not just moisturizing feet (iykyk). Danielle did a fabulous job on my toesies! Perfectly, buffed, painted little sausages with a smooth feet rub! - Additional add ons are available ** Foot Soakology ** For a girl who's constantly on her feet - soaks are everything to alleviate those aches (& smells). The foot soaks come with an herbal tea soak, oil and lotion massage (not once but twice)! Danielle did not disappoint when it comes to her pedicures so I was super excited to have her assist with my feet soak. *Complimentary beverage of your choice: water, hot tea or champagne (for that extra special day) read more

When we walked in we were greeted with a smile and we were offered coffee, tea or water. They have a great coffee set up and the spa was well appointed and clean. I went to get a pedicure and I had Tracy. My mom had Zulma. She was wonderful!!! Tracy was attentive and did such a wonderful job, the foot massage was great! The perfect amount of pressure was used. I left feeling relaxed. Zulma was great and very very friendly. read more

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What an amazing experience. Y Salon never disappoints. Tracy, gave a great massage. I got the Vita B and Glow shoots and my skin looks smooth and I feel more energetic. Great job guys read more

Went in for highlights that would help hide my gray hair growth. Was lucky to get Diego - he is a true artist! He was meticulous and detailed, and came up with something that was WAY beyond what I hoped for. After this experience, I will never go to anyone else. Can't say enough about how much I loved the salon and the stylist! read more

Great spot for all beauty related needs. Ruchi is the best for all my lady friends eyebrows.

I've been coming to this salon for a while now, and I honestly wouldn't trust anyone else with my hair. read more

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My entire experience was 10 out of 10! Yvonne is able to achieve a naturally looking ash blonde on my super dark thick hair. Every time I walk out of there I feel like a million bucks. Her hair technique is extremely advanced and I've had my hair done from all types of salons mostly very high-end and I consider Y Salon one of them. You truly get what you pay for and if you want amazing hair that is still very healthy and a salon that can achieve the style that you're looking for - look no further, you've come to the right place. On top of that the establishment is posh, clean, and relaxing. Yvonne has magical hands! You need to check her out! read more

I recently had my hair done at Y Salon in San Mateo, and Sayo did an amazing job. She is new to the field, but you would never know it as she did a wonderful job coloring and cutting my hair. She clearly has a lot of talent and a very bright future in hair coloring and styling. One of the best parts of the experience was seeing how supportive the salon environment is. Other stylists checked in with her, guided her when needed, and made sure everything was done correctly which it absolutely was. It was very reassuring to see such strong teamwork. The owner also came over to introduce herself, which was a really nice extra touch. If you want to support a talented new stylist, I highly recommend booking an appointment with Sayo--or just walk in! You'll get amazing results and be supporting her journey in the best way possible. read more

I got my haircut here yesterday for the first time and had such a great experience! Phil cut my hair and gave me exactly what I was looking for. He was kind, talented, and gave an amazing scalp massage during the shampoo. I definitely recommend booking with him if you're in the area or looking for a hair refresh! The women at the front desk was also so welcoming and kind! read more

It was my first time in, I tried the buildable gel. Toya did a fantastic job... so much attention to detail. I can't wait to have her do some nail art. She is so skilled. read more

Staffing very sweet and attentive. The environment very welcoming and friendly. Very clean and organized! Great location! Owner is amazing with a great heart! read more

got a keratin perm and haircut recently! 10/10 service, staff is really nice and recommend the right treatments for you to get!

UPDATE: The salon has since apologized and refunded the difference between what I paid and what I booked online. Came here to treat my mom to a head spa for her birthday. We'd been here once before and found the prices to be reasonable. The employees were all super friendly, the salon was busy (always a good sign), and the interior itself was cute, so we immediately knew we'd come back. This time around, I booked my mom a head spa appointment, while I booked a 45-minute Swedish massage for myself. It was $65 for the message, which again was super reasonable. Tracy did my massage, she applied the perfect amount of pressure and was very kind throughout the session! Oanh helped my mom with her head spa, and she raved about it afterwards! Everything went smoothly until it came time to pay. When I booked the appointments, the listed price on the booking link for the headspa was $49. Even on my email confirmation, it confirmed the price of $49 (see photo attached). Yet when paying at the counter, I was told the price was $85. I inquired why the total was so much higher than what I booked. They informed me they had been running a promotion, but it was only for April, and since it was May 2nd, it wouldn't apply. This wasn't written anywhere on the website, and my email confirmation was dated for May 2nd with the $49 price. Seemed a bit like false advertising and very sketchy that they're not being transparent about their promotions. They should have made it very clear the promotion was for April only, and honored the price we booked at. Bummed because we thought we had found a salon to become regulars at, but we're unsure about making future appointments if we can't trust the pricing when booking. read more

Y Salon & Spa - Hair Salons Near Me - San Mateo, California

I've been coming to Y Salon since 2019, and I can't say enough good things--especially about my stylist, Yvonne! She's truly a hair miracle-worker. No matter what kind of hair trouble I walk in with, she always knows exactly how to refresh my look and make me feel like my best self again. It's also been amazing to see how much the salon has grown over the years. They've added so many new services and are always staying ahead of the trends, which I really appreciate. Plus, they've created such a thoughtful and relaxing atmosphere--with a full coffee bar and snacks available while you wait or process. It's the little touches like that that really make the experience feel special. Highly recommend both Y Salon and Yvonne if you're looking for a stylist who genuinely cares and delivers every single time! read more

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Everything went well! Diego is awesome and knows what he's doing. Everything always goes well.

Li is an amazing hair colorist and stylist! She colored my daughter's hair and it came out exactly how she wanted it! And everyone at the salon is friendly and professional. read more

Y Salon & Spa - Hair Salons Near Me - San Mateo, California

We loved our experience. First time there. Got gel mani and gel pedi. Amazing attention to detail and took extra time to ensure all was great. Can't wait to go back! read more

I originally booked an appointment, but had to return because the front desk forgot to take my card for a deposit. So I went back, mostly to cancel the appointment due to a personal scheduling conflict that had just come up. Canceling took quite a while to process, so while I was waiting I decided to buy two nail polishes listed at $20. When I went to pay, the total came out to $24 -- which works out to a 20% tax/fee, far higher than normal sales tax. I then switched to cash to avoid the extra 3% card fee after seeing a sign, but the total increased to $25 because I was told the first amount had been entered incorrectly! Thats's about a 25% sales tax and fees! At most, I expected to pay $22 in cash with tax. I know it's just a few dollars, but something wasn't right. The staff were polite but slow (I think they were new so I tried to be patient), but the repeated errors and inflated charges left me uncomfortable. I decided not to purchase anything and left, feeling annoyed but also glad I discovered this on a smaller transaction before trusting them with full services that would've been a few hundred $$ read more

My mom's and my first time doing a head spa. Toshara and Tracy were amazing! Toshara did mine, and she went above and beyond, truly shows she loves what she does! read more

the best stylists! such a beautiful space! and best prices and deals! love this place!

Diego and Victoria did my hair and it came out amazing! I would not go anywhere else for my hair. Love it so much thank you!!

Did a walk-in today Diego was available to cut my hair. He listened to everything that I asked for made adjustments as needed and was very gentle with the brush cut and wash. He helped me to figure out how to use the products I have at home and give me pointers on how to style my bangs. Best service can't wait to go back and get my hair dyed! Tysm!!!!! read more

The salon is amazing! I got the best haircut ever! They use great product and everyone is very nice....Beautiful work. Thank you