The Best 20 Hair Salons in San Diego, San Diego (part 2)

Sharron Grzybowski I recently moved to downtown SD and spent MONTHS researching and reviewing hair people (including asking everyone I ran into). Its almost funny how much time I spent researching it, because I didnt research a new eye doctor this hard!! Brianna (Bri) was fantastic from the start - we texted a number of times before my appointment. Part of it was for my comfort level, but also I wanted to make sure that she was prepared for what she was getting into. :) Id been blue for 8-9 years and was ready to make the change to purple, but wasnt quite comfortable enough to have her use bleach or a color stripper just yet. She was kind and helpful and I was pleased she also uses the same product that my old gal used! My visit was excellent. The salon is clean and very pretty, and well lit. The hair is all mine (also part of my concern when initially contacting her because the website almost made me think she only does extensions), its long and fine. Adding insult to injury, I was getting over a cold when I went to visit her. She handled me and my hair like a champ. She was friendly and talkative when I felt like it (which I really didnt, as talking made me cough). She asked questions about what hairbrush I used, questions about what my old gal did, and was great about listening and asking follow up questions. I havent had a chance to wash it for the first time, yet, but its a product that Im familiar with so Im not worried about caring for it. I will return, and next time Ill be comfortable enough to ask her to bleach my roots. I highly suggest Bri and the Green+Anchor Salon!

Shannon Kelly I’ve been going to Green and Anchor for quite some time now. Emily is awesome! I have really thin hair due to hair loss and she always manages to make me feel so much better. She is super good at color and extensions which is what I get. Whenever I leave the salon, I feel like 1 million bucks! Highly recommend! Everyone there is super talented.

Richele Walters All the ladies that work here are friendly and each has their own special talent. I love the large open space and the hard kombucha was a fun treat while getting my service. I have curly hair so it’s been hard to find someone who knows how to cut it right without leaving an awkward ‘shelf’ in my hair for months after. Meg was the first stylist that gave me a great haircut with perfect layers that I loved immediately after. Thanks Meg and all the Green & Anchor Staff!!!! ♥️

Bree Torti As a fellow hair artist , I have a hard time finding someone that aligns with my goals and vision , along with clean beauty, hair products. Her salon is absolutely stunning, great experience with small personal touches I loved, feeling like a client for once was so nice and knowing I trust her with whatever she does I knew I was in great hands. Can’t wait to go back !

Monica Shirman Excellent and professionally run salon !! I love the Balboa Park adjacent Banker’s Hill location of Green and Anchor yet this is just for my personal preference. It’s close to my house and I like the area. I continue come here because the salon is always impeccably run. It’s superlatively luxurious and the products used are curated for both sustainability and quality. The owner Bri, cares about her clients and operates with absolute trustworthiness and integrity. You will always leave her salon feeling glamorous and well cared for. It’s always my favorite day when I have an appointment here !!

Maria Wildfong Emily is very sweet and accommodating. I feel like a million bucks after shes finished with my hair! Very skilled and professional!

Sonya Sheik Emily is the real OG stylist! I needed a hair cut, desperately today. Called and was able to get an appointment. She was on time at the end of the day. She asked a few questions and got started right away. Beautiful hair cut. Best I have had in years. Also, the blowout and styling was amazing. No pulling of the hair. Felt like a head massage. A real treat. I walked out of there refreshed and feeling like a million dollars! Highly recommend her. She is my new stylist!

Jasmine Laverde Emily did an amazing job with my haircut! She really listened to what I wanted and made sure every detail was perfect. I walked out feeling so confident and happy with my new look. Emily’s talent and attention to detail made the whole experience wonderful. Highly recommend her!

Giulia Cardano Emily did a great job on my hair! She explained to me all the different hair colors combinations, and those to avoid so that the ugly orange tone would not show up!! She is a great stylist and she makes sure you feel refreshed and well taken care of. Thumbs up for Emily!

Cassandra Goldacker I have been going to Knstruct for almost 10 years! Heather and Sarah are the only ladies I trust with my hair! They are experts on color/highlights/balayage. They are amazing with extensions, updos, and haircuts. You truly get treated like VIP and will quickly become part of the knstruct family. They offer beer on tap and even have a cute coffee shop next door. They also have the cutest salon pups hanging around to keep you company! They only use top of the line products, leaving your hair healthy and shiny every time. I love these ladies and cannot recommend this salon enough!

lauren resch Been seeing Heather for a few years now and she always does an amazing job! The best at the perfect blonde balayage. She always kills it from long beachy cuts to chopping it all of sassy shoulder length cuts. Her and Sara are so kind and talented 10/10 recommend Knstruct!

Wendy Grant I love this salon!!! Heather and Sarah are both very talented hairstylists and color specialists. I have fine but curly hair with a lot of gray, but you’d never know it because Heather keeps me vibrantly red and sleekly styled. We switch up the color from time to time and Heather always figures out what will look best, no matter how wild or demure I want to go. And my hair stays in great condition too! Sarah has given me Brazilian blowouts that tame my frizz for months. Both Heather and Sarah are friendly and knowledgeable. The salon is super cute. Sometimes adorable dogs are there, too. There’s a coffee shop next door. And if you don’t take advantage of wine or beer during your appointment (or even if you do) you can walk across the street to Cowboy Star for fabulous cocktails. I’m a Knstruct client for life!

Kathryn Olson Heather is THE BEST. She is truly a genius and a scientist when it comes to hair — she did an amazing color correction for me and has absolutely nailed the shade of blonde that I was looking for. And on top of her amazing skills, she’s also the sweetest and most fun person to chat with while she’s doing my hair!

Jana Helgeson Sarah is amazing! My hair is growing so much stronger and longer. Her coloring skills are on point. I get so many compliments and can’t say enough about about how great Sarah is

Allison Rolfe Mary always makes my hair look gorgeous. I’ve been going to the salon for years and I’ve never had a bad experience. I always come away feeling like a new person. I love the way she colors, cuts, and styles my hair. And the wash house experience is off the charts. I highly recommend without any hesitation!

Michelle Collins Absolutely love this salon! The color came out perfect—exactly what I wanted. The stylist was professional, friendly, and really listened to what I was looking for. The whole experience was relaxing and enjoyable, and I left feeling amazing. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great color and top-notch service!

Jazmine Adams Bug helped with my hair and they did an amazing job. From the beginning they were patient, professional and kind. They always asked questions to make sure I was happy and always considered my opinion. I completely trusted her with my hair and they did not disappoint. My hair feels so beautiful and healthy thanks to Bug. I would also like to point out how beautiful, clean and organized this salon was. They even have you changed into a robe and create a whole experience for you. The location is ideal as well! I would definitely recommend her and this salon to friends and family. I will definitely be going back!

Christina Romero I’ve been coming to this salon for years, even before COVID, and I highly recommend Jamie. He’s amazing at face-framing cuts and hair coloring, and you can tell he really knows what he’s doing. He always does a fantastic job!

Anne Turcotte I’m a huge Paul Mitchell salon fan and have been to various ones across the country. I have been coming to this beautiful Robert Cromeans salon for years now and it’s my absolute favorite. The salon is as amazing as the vibes and level of care you receive. All of the hair dressers are awesome, especially Mary! I’ve never felt so taken care of and finally have the hair color I’ve always dreamed of. I’m so grateful for finding Mary and this gem of a place!!! Cannot recommend enough!

Anne Thompson Blonden is a nice salon but what makes it amazing is my hair stylist, Cyndi. I have been going to her for over 15 years and would follow her anywhere. She is truly talented. I always love my color, cut and style. She listens to what I want and is able to give me exactly that. Ive recommended Cyndi to so many friends and family and they are always so happy with her. I highly recommend giving her a try, you wont be disappointed!

Nikki Paredes My daughter and I have been going to Cyndi for a few years and she truly is the best. My color is also perfect and im always getting compliments on my hair. I have been getting my hair colored for years and Cyndi has been the best one I have ever had. My daughter lives in New York and will only go to Cyndi when shes in town. We both are very happy with Cyndi and Blonden Salon.

Devyn Thompson Cyndi is an amazing hair stylist! I’ve been going to her almost 10 years and I don’t trust anyone else with my hair but her! Highly recommend. Not only is she amazing at hair but is very educated on hair health and is always educating me on keeping my blonde hair healthy!

Alyssa Watson I recently took my daughter to get her hair cut by Cyndi, and she is amazing! She listened to what my daughter wanted and did a great job. Her hair is pretty thick so Cyndi made sure to texturize it so her hair wouldn’t look choppy. We will be back to see Cyndi again!

cindy mclaurin Ive been going to the Lighthouse for several years and am always very happy with the services I receive from my stylist, Scott. Hes expert with coloring, highlighting, and cutting. Hes also very personable and listens to my concerns and comments. Highly recommend Scott!

Purple Cat I am always skeptical about going anywhere to get my hair done. I have very long hair and no matter where I go. They never seem to do it right or the way that I want it. Or they want to chop it halfway off in order to do what I want done. I have to say I am so very happy that I decided to come into the salon today. My daughter already goes here so I thought I would try it myself. My husband said yes go to a professional salon, it doesn’t matter what is going to cost as long as it’s done right. So, I made my appointment and my appointment was with. Ilse T. I cannot say enough about this hairdresser. She made me feel so comfortable the whole time she was cutting my hair. I had told her of my horrible experiences in the last experience I had with someone chopping my hair, so I guess she kept that in mind, and as she was cutting my hair, she was telling me each kind of scissors she was using and what the scissor was for. which I really appreciated. I don’t know what the different scissors are for and the one that she used was actually to help my hair to where it wouldn’t get so tangled when I combed it. I have never been so happy before about my haircut like I was today, she talk to me the whole time she made me feel comfortable. She made me feel like I had been her customer for 10 years. She was the nicest person with such a great smile and attitude that I will continue to go here and she will continue to be my hairdresser. I have already made my next appointment. Thank you again Ilse for making me a very happy woman, and putting a smile on my face again when I look at my hair. I always know when my hair is cut right because it lays so and flows so nice! Haven’t had that in over a decade! Thank You!

Courtney Skaggs Scott is wonderful, he listens to what Im going for and did a great job accounting for and taking care of my curls! Hes personable and easy to work with.

Sarah Zadah I came in for a haircut with Scott and explained that I wanted shorter layers. I even showed him a picture of my hair on my phone to clarify.Without responding, he got up, left, came back and said repeatedly, "Im not doing your hair." He said, "I checked the schedule, and youve no-showed on me before. Do you want to explain why?" I was surprised and responded, "You want me to remember why I missed an appointment from over a year ago?" He said yes and then added, "Your hair is messy, and Im not going to do it." The whole time he was smirking and laughing at me. When I went to speak to the receptionist about the situation, Scott stormed over, yelling, "Why are you talking to her? I already told you, Im not doing your hair. Your hair is a mess, and you have dreads. I cant even run my fingers through it." I explained to him that I had just washed my hair, as instructed, and mentioned that I have curly hair, so its normal for it to be more textured. Despite this, he continued yelling, "Why are you talking to her? This is MY salon, and I refuse to do your hair." I have never been treated so disrespectfully in my life, especially in a customer service setting. Please, AVOID SCOTT at all costs. I do not wish this kind of service on anyone.

Shiann Came in for a haircut several months ago and I liked my stylist. She is now on maternity leave so I called to schedule with someone else and no one answers the phone or calls back when a voicemail is left. Tons of other salons in the area. Will go somewhere else.

Rachel Zager This was my first time getting my hair dyed as an adult and my first professional haircut in a while—Danielle exceeded all my expectations! She took the time to truly listen to what I wanted and carefully reviewed all my reference images. I appreciated her attention to detail and how patient she was throughout the process. As someone who isn’t very talkative, I really enjoyed the comfortable and easygoing atmosphere she created. I’m beyond happy with my subtle blonde highlights, which blend beautifully with my dark hair and tan Asian complexion for a natural look. Highly recommend!

Alexis Valdez I went in to Gloss Salon for the first time for a haircut & Danielle was my hairstylist. Let me tell you she did such an amazing job, i showed her my inspo for the haircut & she did just that. I am so happy with my haircut & will be definitely returning for another service.

Jennifer Cardenas Gloss the Salon will forever be my go-to salon. Everyone that works there has the same great attitude. Gina is my long-time stylist. Her attention to detail is impeccable. Thanks, Gina! I just went to Gloss again, and Gina gave me high and low lights. Everywhere I go, I’m asked where I get my hair done. She still has the magic touch.

Tina Douglas After COVID, I decided to embrace my curls and stop using a flat iron to straighten it. So I decided to look for someone that specialized in cutting curly hair... And but what a difference! Sometimes I walk out of there looking like I just got a perm! My curls have never looked hair nor have they ever looked better!! Love, love, love my curls and cut now! I wont go back!

Karen Rolls I’m so grateful that I found Anthony at Salon Salotto. He hears what I’m asking for so when I leave I feel beautiful. I get so many compliments on the color and cut. My hair is healthy and soft. I also feel very pampered and cared for. The whole team at this salon are so personable, professional and talented. The environment has a spa feeling and is very relaxing. They take their time to please the client. I’m always amazed at the great colors and styles when the clients are leaving.

Mary Nelson Jamid gave me an excellent cut, I love it. Scalp massage was great. Salon was clean and comfortable.

Jenna Bladel Love Love LOVE Katherine! She is professional and listens to your requests. Always on time, she’s never late and values her clients. Thank you Katherine for always going above and beyond for my family!

Paige Boies I’ve had my hair cut here twice and when my 9yr old wanted to chop her long hair to a bob I figured I should have a true professional do it. They’ve always been professional, kind, and helpful. I struggle to go somewhere where the price is more than SuperCuts, but I return to this place for the professionalism and price point. My daughter’s stylist (a man) was super helpful in talking her through what she wanted with what would be best for her lifestyle and type of hair. He did an excellent job and was so kind.

James Coleman Great salon for a traveling fellow. Booked an appointment easily on their website. MARK is absolutely great. I’ve had trouble communicating what I want with a hair cut as my hair is medium/long in length, but he nailed it with advice and a killer cut. If I lived here, I’d go here seasonally for sure!

Nancy Cohen Jocelyn is a true artist. She made my hair beautiful! She gave me a very cute short cut that I can style with ease. Plus she is a sweet and good person

Mishelle Paredes Mark was very helpful when I came in last year to donate my hair. He was very knowledgable with wavy/curly hair and gave me a short haircut that complemented my face well. I have been to too many hair salons and let them cut it how they thought would be best and hated it. I came in again for a shorter but versatile haircut and Mark gave me a lovely haircut with helpful tips and suggestions on how to style it. I will never go to another salon, Dearinger is the best!

Lydia Pleasants I had a perfect haircut with Mark! I have pretty curly hair that was in desperate need of a trim. Mark made some great suggestions and made sure I felt comfortable with what he was going to. My hair is looking good and feeling healthy :)

Barbara Cameron My favorite salon, Ive been going there for 10 years. Its a trendy industrial minimalist vibe in there, and located by Gaslamp. They are kind and dont use harsh chemicals in your hair.

Gigi Smith I cant say enough good things about Gabby! From the moment I sat down in her chair, I could tell she truly cares about her clients hair goals. During our consultation, she took the time to ask thoughtful questions about both my short and long-term hair goals. It was clear that she wanted to fully understand what I was aiming for as I grow my hair out, which immediately put me at ease. Gabby walked me through her plan for achieving the style I was looking for, taking into account my specific hair type and texture. She was super knowledgeable and confident, explaining exactly how shed approach the cut and style to make sure it would work for me long-term. The result was absolutely fabulous! My hair looks healthier, and the cut is exactly what I envisioned. I left feeling more confident than ever, and I can’t wait for my next appointment with Gabby! Highly recommend—she’s a true pro!

Valerie Bykoff Catalina did an amazing job with my hair and makeup trial for my wedding! she can do any event type, any style you like! I just showed her some photos and she got to work and was done in about 2 hours. she is also so sweet and easy to talk to.

Heidy Calderon Hello, my stylist Sandra was in a rush from start to finish. I didn’t feel heard, I got to my appointment on time but her appointment before me ran long, which happens but it ended up feeling like that was my problem, I was really only looking to even out the layers I already had. Instead i got about 3-4 months of hair growth cut off and on top of that it’s uneven everywhere. During the shampooing I kept feeling water on my face (pass my forehead) and one of my gauges ended up falling out due to her rushing. I’m honestly devastated.

Erin Curran I absolutely loved my experience getting a haircut and blowout here! Noelani was amazing and helped me figure out the best way to cut my tricky hair -- I have 2 pretty different hair types and tend to have trouble with stylists navigating that. My hair is wavy/curly as well, and she really understood how to work with the textures so that I can continue air-drying it. As an added bonus, she was incredibly nice and easy to talk to! The salon has a great vibe in general, uses high-quality products, and has a pleasant aesthetic. I definitely recommend it :)

Liana Jackson So disappointed with my haircut. I feel like I’m partially to blame because I was chatting more than paying attention to what was going on. Looking back I see where I should have spoken up more. I went in for a simple hair cut and requested layers. My hair is way shorter than expected and I wasn’t given layers. The hair stylist that I used to go to would give me a mirror at the end so I could see the back, and the stylist at this salon didn’t do that. I would have realized there were no layers if she did. My hair is also uneven. I reached out to the salon before writing this review but didn’t hear back. I think my stylist didn’t have much experience but still… The bangs are okay but don’t blend in like I requested. Oh well, I’ll just need to wait for it to grow back but $100 for something that leaves me feeling disappointed stings. Thank god I didn’t get it colored.

Jade Thunder I would recommend this hair salon a thousand times over! The owner and staff are lovely friendly people who automatically make you feel comfortable! I had the wonderful Alyssa cut my hair, I showed her a photo of a similar cut I wanted, she took her time and care to create exactly what I asked for! This salon makes me wish I lived in San Diego! Thank you !

Thalia Cedar I can’t say enough great things about this salon! I go to Jay for a weekly blowout, and it makes my life so much easier—I don’t even have to worry about washing my own hair. Jay does an amazing job every time, and I always leave feeling refreshed and confident. The location is super convenient too, just a quick walk from my house. Plus, the prices are affordable, which makes treating myself here even better. Highly recommend!

Oz A Freddy is an absolutely amazing master stylist, not only I got the perfect highlights but somehow despite bleaching, my hair is still very healthy and shiny. All the while accommodating me after I mistakenly showed up a week before my appointment, he managed to fit me in. Best hair salon and service in all of west Coast.

Alyssa Vitale I had Alyssa as my hair stylist. I wasn’t quite sure what I wanted other than knowing I wanted to change things up. She helped me walk through a few ideas until I found something I wanted to try. She was willing to adjust as we went through the cut. Going a bit shorter when I realized I wanted it shorter than we originally discussed. She was friendly and I will definitely be back!

Jasmine Hotchkins I had the pleasure of having Summer do my hair, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! She did an amazing job and was so reassuring throughout the process, making sure I felt comfortable every step of the way. On top of that, we had such great conversation—if you’re going to spend a long time in a chair, she’s definitely someone you’d enjoy being around. Highly recommend her for both her talent and her incredible vibe!

Sydnee Belcher Selena toned and cut my hair, and she did an amazing job! She was very personable and made the experience great. Would recommend coming here! Prices are little high but that’s to be expected of San Diego!

Luisa Rojas Ill start by that my stylist was very nice, kind and friendly throughout the service. I also appreciate being accommodated last minute. However, I just cant get over how unhappy I am with the results of my blowout. I just had another done a bit over a week ago, so I know this is not because of hair texture or something of the sort. I have never ever had a blow out turn out this frizzy. Its very messy, like I didnt even have anything done - EVEN though I also had a hydrating treatment done right before. There are some spots that are still curly (from my natural hair), and the rest is just generally very frizzy... It looks and feels so much drier than normal. I got this done for an upcoming conference in San Diego, so Im quite disappointed. I didnt notice these issues until I got home, so I didnt get a chance to mention it at the salon. Edit: Today (day after service), theres quite a bit of product build up in my scalp, which looks like dandruff. This usually happens when my hair is dirty. It feels heavy. This tells me that, even though we did a second shampoo, the scalp wasnt cleaned in depth... Ill need to wash my hair again soon, even though I can usually go several days without a wash.

Elijah Scholer I recently started working near this salon and needed a haircut. The staff was friendly, the look is sleek and inviting, and my stylist made my day. Im so very happy with the service I received, Im definitely going back. Whoever designed this place has a keen eye for detail which is a huge plus when it comes to getting your hair cut, colored or styled. 10 out of 10 all day!!

Abigail Williams Angela is amazing!! She has done my hair twice the first time was a full highlight and second was a partial highlight. My partial highlight was a couple days ago and the photos are below. Angela is professional and I love my results!

Debbie Lockwood Salon Bordeaux is the go to place for the best in class hair professionals in San Diego. The vibe is hip, professional and extremely welcoming. My stylist is Lucy and I will never stray from her because shes so excellent with color and cuts. Lucy helps keep me looking current and fabulous! Shes always open to squeezing me in if I need a bang trim or a slight tweak of my haircut. You will not regret making Salon Bordeaux your go to place for hair care. Period.

Olivia Scott Salon Bordeaux is an amazing place with talented stylists who truly care about their clients. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making every visit a relaxing experience. My hair has never looked better—highly recommend!

Rayna Zenz I absolutely love Salon Bordeaux! Its such a cute and cozy spot with a laid-back vibe that immediately makes you feel relaxed. Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which just adds to the overall great experience every time I visit. A huge shoutout to Liz Collins Colbert, who is an amazing blonding specialist! Ive been seeing her for years, and every time she works her magic, my hair looks brighter and more beautiful than ever. Liz truly knows how to create the perfect blonde, and I trust her completely with my hair. She puts in the extra time and effort to keep my hair protected and give me the exact look I want! Highly recommend this salon!

Shayne Cole Payton is the BEST!!! I’ve never felt so comfortable in a salon before. Usually getting my hair done is very intimidating but Payton makes me feel so relaxed and taken care of. The vibes in here are *immaculate*, the music is great, and the people are so nice. 10/10 never going anywhere else

Stella Turner Salon Bordeaux is exceptional! The stylists are talented, attentive, and make you feel right at home. They take the time to understand your vision and deliver stunning results. The salon is clean, stylish, and offers a relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommend for top-notch hair care and styling!

Nicole Barvie Nathan did an excellent job with my haircut. He listened carefully to what I wanted and executed the style perfectly. His attention to detail and skilled technique resulted in exactly the look I was going for. Highly recommend him for both cuts and styling!

Sonya Saini Dear Nathan Thank you! Thank you for directing me to the salon safely when Google Maps gave up on me. Thank you for taking me as a walk-in client when I was feeling down and needed a pick me up before an engagement function. I felt important from the moment I sat in Nathan’s chair, he was extremely attentive to what my past hair experience was, what I was trying to achieve and the time I would have to maintain the style myself. Nathan really listened and today I walk around effortlessly with a good hair every day. One thing I really enjoyed about my time at Savor was that the products Nathan used and the after care advice he gave have worked for me. My scalp health has improved over the last four weeks and I am complimented often on my hair style and on my face shape which has not happened before. Thank you again Nathan and I’ll see you next time!

Susanne duffy I cannot say enough good things about this salon - amazing color, amazing cuts and the best people : Michelle is a color genius and so wonderful to spend time with. I highly recommend her. I have followed her around the city for over 20 years and now drive from Arizona just to get my hair done ! She is the best !

Mercy Peyro Nathan did an AMAZING Job. I went from looking like a rag doll to a whole model. Went above and beyond on my haircut. I’m in love.

Brianna Martinez About 2 years ago my hair dresser of over a decade broke my heart & moved to Palm Springs. Since then, I have tried several different people & just haven’t found someone I liked for my hair. I found Lisa scrolling through Instagram. I have given so many people a try I didn’t have very high expectations. But right away Lisa made me feel comfortable. She sat down & listened to what kind of look I wanted. She asked me questions throughout the process to make sure we were on the same page. My hair wasn’t easy because she had to fix a poor hair cut & poor hair color the last lady left me. She was able to fix everything for me & give me exactly what I asked for. I was extremely happy with the results & will definitely be back to see her!

Manpreet Kehr Im so glad I walked in to this Salon...Im from the Bay Area and often visit San Diego..I took an impromptu decision to have a haircut and was so glad that Golnaz Solati had time to give me a haircut. Shes so patient and attentive to what I wanted. I was nervous to get my hair cut from some place new..but she made me so comfortable and I have an amazing haircut. Thank you Golnaz for the wonderful experience.

Sophie Lawrence I had an absolutely lovely experience with my hairstylist Jamie. She was so kind and transparent about costs and working with her made me feel comfortable and relaxed—I definitely felt like I was in good hands. Going in I had several layers of dark box dye on my hair as well as random spots of sun bleached hair and I wanted to lift my hair to a warm honey color. Jamie did an absolutely fantastic job. I got even more than what I asked for and she paid such close attention to the details. I’m usually very picky about my hairdressers but Jamie is such a talented hairdresser and I’m so glad I happened to book with her. I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend booking with her.

Joelle Deese Y’all! If you’re thinking about it, just commit and make your appointment. The salon is clean and cute and organized. Ross cut my hair and he CRUSHED IT! I had long hair almost to my waist and I chopped it. Thank God Ross was the one who had availability because he specializes in shorter cuts. He gave me a bob that I am totally in love with. He took his time and made sure it was perfect and let me tell you, probably one of the best experiences I have ever had at any hair salon. Thank you!! By far my favorite cut!

Alanna Strei Absolutely amazing experience with Tiffany today! I showed her a photo of what I was looking for and she absolutely knocked it out of the park. She was nice and easy to chat with, and the location of the salon is lovely as well.

Theresa Foletta I came and got my lashes and hair colored by Christina and Michelle they are so talented and amazing! I am so incredibly happy with how my lashes and hair turned out! If you’re looking for somewhere to refresh your look or try something new I highly recommend coming to the glam garage you’ll be in the best of hands with Christina and Michelle. I will definitely be coming back, they offer so many different services they have something for everyone

brandy bowman I am grateful to have found Char from glam garage! I have had my hair colored since I was a teenager. After covid I had to find a new colorist and after using the new person for 2 years I noticed my hair was thinning out and breaking off. I had two other stylists tell me it was over processed and that was the problem. My friend recommended char and I booked right away. Since she has been doing my hair, 3 times now, my hair is shiny, the breakage has lessened, still healing the hair, she has shown me ways to care for my hair and I’m so happy that I found hair.

Jacqueline Gooden I love coming here because it feels like family. All of the stylists are so friendly and welcoming. literally a one stop shop for all of your beauty needs which I love. My daughter and I both get serviced here and always enjoy the relaxing atmosphere.

Miryam Palomino I got my partner a haircut as a gift knowing he has very unique hair and a creative idea for the haircut. Becca Pelayo was so attentive and responsive. Her questions revealed her expertise and true care for her clients look, which made me very comfortable giving this gift! I love how it turned out! From the haircut-receiver: Becca was very kind and creative, understanding of my request for an odd cut and willing to play with the design. Gentle, fast, and focused!

Anyla Kirkland They do not know how to do curly hair and I had to show her how to do it the correct way. Do not go to them if you have tight curls because the woman that supposedly “knows how to do curly hair” did not do it the correct way! She then proceeds to tell me she feels uncomfortable but how do you think I would feel since you literally just played in my hair instead of actually styling it. I had to leave the salon with my hair just soaking wet.

Susan Tapert High level of expertise! Katie is exceptional!!

Rochelle Sunglao Ive had services from Kelle and shes an absolute gem. Shes talented and I always have a great time in her chair. Shes helped me bring my ideas to life, and during my last cut I just told her to help me look cool. She delivered! I feel like I look cool and Ive gotten so many compliments since my last visit!

Nicole Landers Heather is the best! Not only is she an incredible hair professional, but also an amazing person. Super talented & sweet. I will never go to anyone but her for my hair needs whenever in San Diego. I have curly, unruly hair and she tackles it like a pro. Thanks for everything Heather! :) Highly recommend!

Megan Giles There is so much I can say about how wonderful this salon is. The salon itself is absolutely gorgeous—modern, spacious, and impeccably clean, creating such a relaxing atmosphere. I also appreciate the thoughtful touches, like the variety of snacks and drinks available, making me feel extra pampered. Amber is so thoughtful of ALL clients that come to her salon (not just her own) she even makes sure to provide gluten-free snacks as well, so celiacs like me aren’t left out! All of the stylists here have been so warm and welcoming, it really feels like you’re just hanging out with your girls. When I started going to Amber for my hair, I needed some serious help. My hair was blotchy and extremely damaged. I had been asking my previous stylist for something she was still unable to achieve after 7 years of consistency. After 1 appointment with Amber I finally had the hair of my dreams! She spent hours hand painting each strand to create a smooth even lift and correct the damage done by my previous stylist. She is so talented and genuinely cares for the health of your hair. Highly recommend to anyone looking for great service in a beautiful, comfortable environment with stylists who genuinely enjoy helping you achieve the hair of your dreams!!

Angel JR. TOYS I came in for a haircut. I had a lot of postpartum hair loss so I needed a good chop. I was booked with Kaya. She is amazing. She cut my hair the perfect length. Loved the customer service very friendly and welcoming. Took her time and cared for my hair the way I needed. My hair felt so much better and healthier afterwards. I’m already looking forward to going back. So glad I found this salon. I’m very picky and will not just go to anyone. However now I found my home salon. Thank you Aurora salon

Sherri Perez Photo Order: Salon Aurora The terrible before And the before, before that. (Mind you this is all within a 2 1/2 week window) To anyone who reads this review, I’m gonna you a little context before I tell you how I feel about this salon: So I’m new to California with absolutely no idea where to get my hair done at all (which really sucked). Previously I’ve always gotten my hair done by the same person over and over again in NJ that I didn’t bother to even remember what type of blonde, whatever dimensions, full-head, half-head, etc that I would get done. Not too long before I came to Salon Aurora I had my hair done at this absolutely horrible salon in Jersey. Long story short I was blonde for 8 years but had to dye my hair black since I joined the military. Now I want to go back to what I previously was since it’s been 2 years I was blonde. My hair is a dark brown black color. I thought I’d be blonde but it definitely was not what I wanted at all…… When I mean it was so bad….like real bad from this salon. I had no idea if it could even be fixed because my hair already went through so much to become blonde again. Anyways fast forward to Salon Aurora ——> I tell Amber my situation through a consultation that I booked on a Wednesday. She checks out my hair and says we can definitely fix this. At this point I was feeling so ugly with my hair that I never wanted to leave it down. So after the consultation, I make the appointment for the next opening she had next week. Next week comes around and Amber does my hair……when I mean, WOW. WOW. She blow dried the front two pieces of my hair and I almost could have started tearing. I felt so relieved that I found Amber to do my hair. From the way she does your hair, to the knowledge, to the personable, bubbly personality. She’s really so amazing at what she does and how she makes the magic happen! She made me feel that I can trust her and felt reassured. I get kind of worried when it comes to my hair after the horrible experiences that I’ve had in the past. I can’t thank her enough for everything with fixing my hair!! If you’re reading this having the same problem or similar, just book your consultation. I promise you, you won’t be disappointed. And if my review of words can’t convince you, then just look at the photos and it’ll speak for itself. I HIGHLY recommend coming to this salon girl, just dooooo it. Also, Salon Aurora has such an aesthetically calm vibe in there, it’s so homey. So seriously, go check it out! :-)

Mary Beth MacDonald Kaya did my hair. I came to her a HOTT MESS! My appointment included a cut and full color. I brought to her my concerns for the current upkeep of the blonde in my hair and my very choppy uneven haircut I received 2 months ago. I expressed my desire to go from blonde back to brunette and that I did not want much hair cut off as I am trying to grow my hair out. The work she did on my hair superseded my expectations. I was really shocked at how great the brunette color looked on me. She showed me all the imperfections from the previous haircut I received and fixed them. The hair wash and massage she gave was exceptionally relaxing and most enjoyable. I will not go anywhere else in San Diego. I booked my next appointment with Kaya before leaving. The salon was so clean and organized. Everyone I spoke to was so kind and polite. I am so blessed to have found this place and to have met Kaya, my new hairstylist!

Yasmine Keasling This salon is amazing and Amber is the best. I’m very a much a “I don’t know what I want to do” type of person when it comes to my hair. I love that I can tell Amber “do what you think will look good” and she kills it every single time. I have been living in San Diego for about 8 years now and have tried many different salons/stylists but Salon Aurora is the best by far. I love Amber and I’ll keep going to her as long as she’ll have me!!

karla garcia I usually Do NOT write reviews however I felt I had to about this Salon especially Amanda! I came to her for Extensions and right away she was KIND, CARING, knowing I didnt feel "Good about myslef" I have very thin hair(Genetics, stress exc..) She made me feel so comfortable right away and being someone who has tried tons of methods of Hair extensions she by Far has done THE BEST job on my hair. If your looking for someone who will do AMAZING Extensions,and be Kind and empathetic Please see Amanda. She knows what she is doing!!!! Sincerely, Karla

Jenna Baxter I have been going to Amanda for six years for color, cut and keratin treatments. She is amazing! She is extremely passionate and she knows what shes doing. I trust her expertise and I leave her chair feeling beautiful every time. I would recommend her to anyone!

aleesa yanez wash. Is the perfect boutique salon in Little Italy. I see Amanda and have been for years! Amanda is talented and professional. She consistently provides exceptional services and I have walked out feeling amazing every time! Amanda has cut, colored, performed Global Keratin treatment on me. I am never disappointed. I find comfort that I can trust her honest and professional opinion when it comes to my hair. Its clear she loves what she does!

Ginny Brown I started going to Kandis almost 4 years ago and now I live on the east coast but still come see her for my hair. That is how amazing she is. Love Wash and everyone that works there. Highly recommend for color, extensions, cut and styling. A++ service!!

Kristina Lear I have been seeing Kandis for over 5 years, and she never disappoints!! This salon is so bright and airy, it is the perfect space to get pampered and leave feeling stunning. The parking around the area is almost all free for 2 hours, but if you are feeling it, you can get a $5 valet at the hotel. Totally worth the great convenience. Wash has such a wonderful vibe... great music, friendly staff and even better hair. Check out Kandis work on Insta @kandis_hairstylist. While you are there she will even teach you how do some super fun new styles with your new look.

Lexie Volquez If you’ve been thinking about booking an appointment, stop thinking and just book it! Originally, I had only booked a hair painting appointment with Allie because I had planned to get a cut at a different salon. However, to keep things consistent and because I wanted to try it out, I decided to book the next available appointment for the cut, before the color. While Allie didn’t have time slots available to do both services the same day, I was able to snag an appointment the week earlier with Olive for the cut. All I can say is WOW! Olive is so down to earth, she took the time to listen to what I wanted and she delivered! Never have I had such an amazing haircut (and I’ve had curly dry cuts before). I asked for layers and I got LAYERZZZ! I admire the close attention to detail and how intentional every snip is. Allie is also amazing! So sweet, welcoming, and passionate about curls. I couldn’t feel more comfortable as a new client. It was so easy working together to bring the look I wanted to life and I appreciate how she took the time to answer all my coloring questions. I also love that she took all the steps necessary to make sure I was shielded from any product accidentally landing where it shouldn’t. After gently applying products and drying my hair I was amazed to see the final results turned out exactly how I would style at home which tells me she really understood what my curls wanted. It also helps that the color is gorgeous! I feel bad that I can’t stick to one stylist but I’ve been spoiled by both of these amazing women and I won’t look back! Just goes to show how talented the amazing team at curlcraft is. Can’t wait for my next visit!

Emily Leslie Allie from Curl Craft Salon changed my life! She taught me how to style my waves in a way that is SO manageable to my daily life - I hate doing my hair and wanted something super low maintenance. I feel so much more confident with my natural hair!

Beth Levin Skylar and Ali are amazing!! I’d like to say I’m an OG and have been coming to them for about 6 years. What makes me keep coming back? They are personable, kind, friendly, and informative! They taught me all about how to take care of my curls and love them! I only have wonderful things to say about Curl Craft and if you aren’t going there… you’re missing out!

Natalie Allie!!!! I started going to Allie early in 2020 and have never looked back. The team has grown a lot and moved since then, and I’m confident all the stylists who have joined her and Skylar are just as talented. If you’ve got wavy / curly hair and like to wear it naturally (or have wavy / curly hair and WANT to wear it naturally but think you can’t or don’t know how to style it), their team will change EVERYTHING for you! Before I found Allie I wore my hair naturally still but always felt like it looked lifeless and flat - not the case anymore! Also - the costs of color might look a little intimidating, but at least in my experience I don’t need to get it done nearly as often. The way Allie does the paint makes it grow out super naturally so I can space it out! Also just as an aside, seems like some of the negative comments are about the cut when your hair is blown out or straightened. Can’t speak for anyone else, but my goal was always to love my cut when I’m wearing it naturally, i.e. how I wear it 95% of the time. Traditional stylists and traditional cuts never accomplished that for me. All that said, I’ve never once felt like my cut was anything less than stellar the (very infrequent) times I straighten or blow it out!