The Best 7 Hair Salons in Irvine, Orange (part 4)

Zhimin Zhang Very disrespectful of customer’s time. I made an appt two days ahead. Rearrange work and skip lunch just to make it in time for the appt. Ended up Michelle has 3 customer in her studio. She didn’t try to explain the situation and no text or call to reschedule with me. Just told me to come back another day. This happened twice. Not sure if she likes to take some walk-in customers that need more expensive service. But I think at least have the courtesy to call instead of having customers stood up:( Not planning to go back again

J L really had no expectations and made a phone call last minute and luckily Michelle had a slot for me the same day. I went in for a japanese straight perm/ magic straight. I normally get my hair done in Korea but I just could wait any longer. I have yet to wash my hair out ( you need to wait two days) but she was really fast and my hair turned out straight! Since it was my first time there she gave me a good deal. Recommend you go check her out :)

EH A. I love coming to Michelle (Posh salon) every time for all my hair needs. Shes extremely talented and knows what shes doing. All of her techniques are modern and relevant to current trends. One way to know how good your haircut stays is when youre gone away from the salon and your hair looks fantastic even the days you dont style your hair. Thats how you know. I always get compliments on my hair cut and color as she knows what colors to match your eye color and/or skin tone. Highly recommend her!

yoojin kim If you’re looking for a place that will accommodate to your hair type to deliver the best outcome as possible, Michelle is your girl!! I’ve gotten a full dye and multiple balayages and Michelle makes my hair look and feel healthy every time. If you have unhealthy hair, COME HERE! Michelle has saved my hair from looking dry and I absolutely love how glossy my hair look. I always get so many compliments on my hair because the balayage transitions smoothly to my roots. The interior is very spacious and clean, I always feel at home when I get my hair done here.

brianna i think what happened to me here qualifies as cruel and unusual torture according to the 8th amendment absolutely absurd customer service, she vaguely gestured to me to get the salon robe thing and put it on myself (???) while audibly texting on her phone before "shampooing my hair" felt terrible and she would ask if the water was ok while it was warm and then it would become cold. for some reason. even though i said it was ok. haircutting technique was entirely not present it looked like she was experimenting on my hair and i had to keep telling her where to cut and how much blow drying technique was insane im pretty sure she was practicing dribbling a basketball using my head as the ball i dont think she knows you start the styling process at blow drying styling was even more insane she used the hardest wax possible after i told her i use a soft one normally, she effortlessly made it look like i had just been electrocuted or hit by a lightning bolt or both, had to keep myself from laughing out loud or getting up and fighting her after waxing there were still parts that were too long so she started combing my hair to cut/thin it more With The Wax Already In My Hair (Again. this is the hardest wax she couldve found ever) so you can imagine how that went the shampoo and wax smelled cheap and gross and the robe and cover thing smelled even worse like theyve never been washed. the whole process only took 30 minutes but it felt like hours because of how torturous it was, to top it all off she charged me 70 even though the prices are womens cut 50 min $70 and mens cut 30 min (lower price thats on the booking site but i forgot how much exactly it was) to be fair i do have shorter hair but expected her to take 50 min anyways so i booked the womens cut had to go home and shampoo/conditioner immediately and style it myself, actual cut looks acceptable i guess except for the strands directly behind my ears that are too short to stay down so they stick out if i dont tuck them down with wax (?????) it would be ingenious to call them strands actually theyre bits of hair that look like a kid chopped them off. no idea why she even has the 18 5 star reviews that she does have, its gonna take at least 3 weeks for me to recover from this then im sure my hubris will return and ill try going to another salon ive never been to, like icarus flying into the sun over and over

Alexis Guzman BEWARE: This salon is basically a barber shop for trendy k-pop haircuts. The reviews that are shining are from the previous salon called "Empire Salon". When I showed the stylist the photo I basically explained I wanted to keep the majority of my length and trim about an inch, with jaw-length curtain bangs. He gave me layers and thinned out my hair so much that it looks stringy. I was so angry I paid and wished I hadnt tipped. He didnt even use heat protectant in my hair. While he was combing through it he was practically yanking at my ends. Also, he used two hair dryers to dry my hair at once. The haircut lasted only 30 minutes and he didnt even trim it while wet. They have no idea how to style womens hair. While the cut isnt so bad, the whole point of this was to maintain my length and he just thinned my hair out. I may return and demand a refund but right now Im so angry.

Alana Mary My son and I came in last minute, and Rex saw us immediately and saved the day! My son looks amazing ! It is our favorite haircut yet! My dad also loves this place and I will be coming in for color after seeing how well they do. Thank you, Rex, and everyone here! Love love

sara noelani The workers take good care of your hair. They gave me exactly what I asked for, and the place is very clean. My brother comes back every month for a haircut.

Madi Caruso Went here for a Blow Out only. 10 stars for the hair wash, maybe the best hair wash I have ever had. Extremely thorough and relaxing. Blow out method was unconventional, but I was super happy with end result!

Sara Grace This is my brother and Is favorite place and only place we have gone to get out hair done. The workers are all very friendly and the salon itself is always clean.

Brandon Pae Following my transition out of the Army, I returned home to Irvine from New York in search of stability in my routines. A trusted stylist became essential. My family introduced me to Chloe at K-TOP Hair Salon, whose professionalism, technical expertise, and meticulous attention to detail quickly distinguished her. Her approach reflects a mastery of precision. Each appointment begins with a thoughtful consultation, ensuring a tailored result. Every haircut showcases refined technique - clean lines, seamless blending, and an intuitive understanding of structure. Subtle refinements elevate the style, allowing it to maintain its integrity as it grows out. Down perm treatments have significantly improved the manageability of my hair. Chloe applies them with measured precision, ensuring controlled volume without rigidity. The effect remains natural, enhancing both texture and ease of style. Each treatment yields consistent, lasting results. Chloes reliability is also noteworthy. She maintains consistent biweekly availability for me, ensuring seamless scheduling. This level of commitment fosters trust, reinforcing the professionalism that defines her work. Clients benefit from both her expertise and her steadfast dedication. Beyond technical skill, Chloe cultivates a refined and welcoming atmosphere. Her demeanor is both warm and composed, creating an environment where clients feel at ease. Conversation flows effortlessly or, when preferred, a quiet moment of relaxation is equally accommodated. Each appointment is not only a service but an experience that leaves one feeling assured and polished, reminding me much of the adherence to standards and attention-to-detail soldiers were expected to bear while still in the Army. For those in search of a stylist of the highest caliber, Chloe exemplifies excellence. Her technical proficiency, reliability, and client-focused approach set a standard that is rare to find in both Los Angeles and Orange County. I offer my strongest recommendation to those who seek consistency, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Abraham Park Chloe was the best! I came in with my hair messed up from a different place but she fixed it up really well! Definitely coming back!

Danielle Du Nicole Kim is amazing! Followed her here to her new salon as I had previously gotten my hair done by her before. Amazing stylist and amazing person! She always does a stunning job

Mike The worst hair cut and she charged me $75. I am Korean and thought I give this place a try and was expecting a Korean hair stylist since it is a Korean hair salon and I even spoke Korean when I scheduled appointment, but got a cut from a Vietnamese lady and she DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO layer hairs. I had to goto another hair salon to get it corrected. Do not goto this place. I gave her 10% tip because I felt sorry for her. And I told her I wanted layers on the top so that it gives me more volume, instead, she made my hair flat. And the layers were very choppy.

D C I’ve been coming here for the past seven years, and so have seen the hairstylists come and go. Even with all the changes and the consistent lack of customer service, different stylists were able to provide a decent quality of haircuts, which is the main reason I kept coming back. And I do not have high standards or demands. However, I’m inclined to leave this honest review after getting a haircut today. And can say I will never be returning here. I specifically asked for the bang length to be slightly above the chin. I had my glasses off, so I couldn’t see a thing in the mirror, but I soon realized she had chopped my front bangs to eye length. To make it worse, the stylist didn’t apologize outright and was busy defending herself saying oh haha I must’ve been focusing too much on the conversation. The fact that they lack basic listening skills is unbelievably frustrating. What she should’ve said is that she apologizes for not heeding to my specific request because her attention was dispersed trying to take care of more than one customer at a time. They ended up giving me $15 off, but that’s not going to make my hair grow back. In addition, it takes about 5 different phone calls to even get an appointment here. And then when you walk in, they stare at you as if they saw a ghost. There hasn’t been a single time I’ve been welcomed kindly or with basic customer service. If you’re looking for an authentic Korean haircut, I would not recommend this place. I heard them speaking Chinese and don’t think that they can provide you with the same quality that other Korean salons do unfortunately.

Brandon Kim I have gone at least 5 times, and every time they have treated me well. I have never left with a bad haircut and they are nice enough to remember my face.

Ticia Tinder I made my first appointment with Jade at Ritz Hair Salon in Irvine. Prior to my first visit with Jade, she had asked me to bring in a photo of the hair style I am wanting. So i brought in a couple of pictures so that Jade has an idea of what hair style i was wanting. My hair was originally one length past my shoulders. Well I must say Jade did an amazing job cutting and layer my hair. I could not be more happy and have referred several people who had stopped to ask me who did my hair. Thank you Jade.

Leo Choi Absolutely messed up my perm! It hurt a lot to comb my hair daily. Do not reccomend. AT ALL.

hannah pei The place is not good, They cant dye hair according to customers requirements and their attitude is not good. I dont recommend going there.

Kelsey Kim I got my hair done by Lauren, and every time she gives me an amazing color. She is really nice, and her prices are reasonable. If you’re looking for a place to get a K-pop style, I highly recommend her!

Elaine Chen I had such an amazing experience with Lauren! I went in for a haircut and showed her my inspo pictures for a purple balayage. The result turned out even better than I imagined. Lauren was attentive the entire time and checked often to make sure everything was what I wanted. She also shared some helpful hair care tips. I love my new hair and will definitely come back here for my next appointment!

Bobei SS I was looking for a new hairstylist for a hair color change. I came across a positive review for Hyd K Har Salon on Yelp. I made an appointment on the same time. I was very satisfied with this being my first time at the salon. I wanted to change my hair color tone with partial highlights for a fall look. In fact, it came out better than I expected, was so worth it. I would definitely recommend Tammy if you are looking for a hair change.

Kelly Stets I love coming here for cut, color, and highlights. The place is spotless and fun vibe. I have long layers and fine hair. I can get in quickly for appointments. Next Im tried pedicure service and up do for a formal event.

Kim Rodriguez, CPH, RHIT, ODS I called at 235p and they got me in at 3p. Alisa was so gentle and the whole process was relaxing that I almost fell asleep. Really enjoyed the service & experience. She also gave me tips for my thin, fine and soft hair. Will be back.

Are Surprised Stay away!!Don’t fall in to the trap to all the ads and posting this store puts out on various social media!! This place is for sure a flop! I came to the store to accompany my GF and decide to get a hair cut. Within the first 5 min since I sat down, I can tell these guys do not know how to cut people’s hair, and I don’t believe they ever received any proper training on cutting people’s hair. Anyway, my simple hair cut took more than 90 min. And the outcome looks like a dog bit through my entire head. I can get a better haircut from sport clips for 20 dollars. In stead of being scammed for 80. At the same time, another female customer also got done with her perm. The only words I can think of to describe her haircut are horrendous and atrocious. Worst part about it, is that there are no customer service and no ownership to their poor mistakes. As soon as the women complained. All the barbers storm outside the shop. I am not making this up. You have been warned. Do not support their business. These guys cannot cut hair and they are shady! Stay away.

tang haowei Highly recommend this barbershop! Kiven is a skilled and attentive hairstylist who gave me the perfect haircut. He provided great advice, paid attention to every detail, and even shared styling tips. Excellent service and a great experience—I’ll definitely be back. Thanks, Kiven!

christine y Hello! I often come to Irvine on my free time and I was trying to find a good hair salon that can accommodate with my hair needs and this was the place where I can feel comfortable and get my hair done with no any issues. I wanted to get my hair done after a long time and decided to bleach my hair to blonde. It was my first time here. They were welcoming when I came into the salon and they were kind enough to help me along the way. There was a hair stylist named Ellen and I got my hair done by her. Also, there were other hair stylists who were working but.. I always felt satisfied and happy with my results from her. She was really nice and I could communicate well with her too. I came back after about 2 months to cut my hair again and felt happy at the end of my service! Please come to this salon and it’s a worth of drive if you don’t live in the area. I’ll be back here again in the future. Thank you so much and wishing everyone a successful business :)

Tao Z Kevin is a highly skilled and professional barber. He pays great attention to detail, gives excellent style advice, and ensures every cut is perfect. His friendly and patient attitude makes the experience enjoyable. Highly recommend!

Tòng Nguyễn When I brought my daughter to get her hair permed, they forced her to wash her hair when she didnt agree! Then they quoted the price of the perm as 50usd but after washing her hair they quoted the price of the perm as 200$! My daughter didnt agree and they asked for 50$! This is a fraudulent place to do business.

Joe I wanted a quick cut, and they accepted and understood my request. Fifty dollars for a 3 minute haircut, and they didn’t wash my hair. The manager is also unfriendly. I used to always get a haircut here but they just want to overcharge and do the least

Emma Waterson I had high hope for this place, but feel very upset after visiting. The haircut wasnt as great as expected, or say, quite unprofessional attitude. It’s ok at the front, but on the back, where you cannot see, it was terribly shaped - long hair in the middle and quite chunky feeling. Very disappointed.

sheryl bad hair cut and rude attitude, overcharged tips without agreement. Even though I left Irvine for a few years. Definitely don’t recommend this store, especially student!! Be careful!!

Vivi Goenawan My husband needed a haircut and went to Mobe Hair Design on Jamboree Road. He found out that the shop has temporarily closed. I had seen another Mobe Hair Design shop on Jeffrey Road previously and recommended him to see if its open. It was open and packed with people . He didnt have any preference on which hairstylist and chose May as his hairstylist. He was satisfied with her skill and looking good after the cut.

Aizada Aby Hair cut is really good, but horrible attitude and mentality . I was overcharged for hair cut and after that counter girl with hight brand accessories and clothing followed me to parking to asked for tip, it was super super weird. I paid over $300 to perm straight my hair and when it didnt work at all after 2 days the owner or manager did not want to talk to me even and was totally ignoring and telling bad things about me to his customer during his hair cut in Chinese language. Sad, I really like the hair cut