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    Arellano

    4.8 (72 reviews)
    ModerateHair Salons
    Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Lindsay B.

    Better late than never! Carlos did a trim and partial highlights for me right before graduation, and it came out great! I'm trying to grow out my hair, and he did an excellent job trimming the absolute bare minimum while keeping it healthy. I have a hard time describing what I want in terms of color, but he was super patient with me and gave me color that was both natural but also pretty damn blonde, as I like it. Prices are average for the area but the service and skill level is definitely above and beyond!

    Before Arellano got at my hair (ruined by another salon/inexperienced stylist) and AFTER - just one hour later my hair looked sleek + cute!
    Zoe L.

    Carlos Arellano is legit. I came to Carlos to correct a mess left on my head a few days ago by a previous stylist at another salon. See my before and after pic! That particular disaster had occurred on Friday, and I was able to book an appointment with Carlos for Monday after finding him on Yelp, and texting him about my issue and his availability. I love that he makes it easy to reach him! He communicated back very promptly and was clear and helpful at all times. My main (or should I say 'mane') issue was that I been cut previously by someone else into a very unflattering triangular shape and my mane needed a radical chop into a feminine pixie cut that I had my heart set on. My hair type is course, black (but bleached to blonde), frizzy and badly damaged - probably one of the hardest types of hair to work with! Carlos is a great listener. He really does understand and reflect on what you're saying. Without judging, he examined my hair and we exchanged ideas about the best style to go for, given my face shape, hair type, desired level of maintenance, growing out of my frazzled bleached highlights, my switch to using all natural products, and more. Any one of these issues could have been a contention issue, but with Carlos, it wasn't. I was a little nervous about bring up the subject of my switching to using ONLY natural products - specifically I am now using products with no sulfates, silicones, parabens, drying alcohols, waxes, and some types of proteins. I'm also avoiding using shampoo, only co-washing. I might have been a nightmare client situation for some hair stylists, but Carlos was sensitive to where I'm at on my hair journey, and didn't mind when I asked to see the ingredients list for one product he was going to use. I really appreciate that sensitivity. He could have advised me against the route I am on (but didn't), as my fried fake blonde hair is just about ready to break off! However, when he was done, my hair was smooth and frizz-free and still is now. He didn't use any harsh products, nor heat, yet the hair is transformed. I couldn't believe it. When Carlos cuts, he does not waste time. He used a razor to cut my hair which meant better hair condition, a speedier cut, and greater control. He uses his tools masterfully - he sees something in his mind and makes it a reality with complete confidence! It's a pleasure to watch him working on my hair. Also, it's refreshing to find a stylist that keeps a respectful distance and the conversation stayed on the subject of hair. If you want to avoid the chit-chat and small talk I can definitely recommend the way Carlos concentrates on the task at hand. Arellano ticked all my boxes of what I personally was looking for in a salon/ stylist that I intend to keep coming back to for my hair care needs. The person needed to be: - an EXPERIENCED stylist yet not with a crazy high-end price tag - I don't care about a luxury salon, but I do want a high-quality luxury haircut; - in a location possible for me to get there without a car (I live near Piedmont Ave); - the right balance of hip and casual. I tend to be allergic to pretentious attitude. Wanted to find someone/ somewhere down to earth. I don't need the extras like champagne, beer, a library, a salon dog or anything besides the point of DAMN GOOD HAIR! - someone with great Yelp reviews (I trust the Yelposphere!) At the end of the appointment, Carlos let me know the price and let me know that if I checked in on Yelp I'd get a discount, so the wash & cut ended up being $66 - an amazing price for such a luxury cut by a stylist with a lot of experience (over 2 decades). Personally I couldn't be happier and would recommend him if you are anything like me in what you want from a salon/ stylist! Thank you Carlos and I look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    Katarzyna T.

    Love the color and haircut! My hair were pretty destroyed, and Carlos did his magic! Now they are soft, bouncy and no frizzzzz!!

    Sarah R.

    Carlos did a fantastic job on my hair for my wedding. He was also a prompt communicator throughout the process of figuring out what and when I wanted (texting was really convenient), and gave good advice (e.g. for appointment time day-of). I sent him a few photos beforehand, and he got the gist of what I was looking for right away. He magicked lovely, sculpted curls out of my relatively short, straight hair, and they lasted all day. His salon was a pleasant, peaceful place to spend the morning (he was more than welcoming to a couple of tag-along wedding party members). The cost was also very reasonable. Thanks, Carlos!

    Perfect blond color
    Ariana H.

    Rina has been cutting and coloring my hair for almost 20 years now. I don't let anyone else touch it- she's the only one I trust because she does the best job! I live in Dallas, TX and only get my hair done when I visit the Bay Area! She's a master with blond highlights. Go to Rina- you won't regret it!!! :)

    Ari J.

    I was able to get in quickly, same-day and get the exact bleach and tone I wanted. I'm super happy and grateful for the price. Carlos even trimmed the hair around Myers and neck for free! I'll definitely be coming back

    My God daughter extremely happy, you exceeded her expectations, starts  8th grade with confidence and self expression!
    Ramona W.

    Her hair was dry and brittle and she wouldn't smile, it was long, uneven and she was sick of it! I chppoed it but didn't know what to after. Made an appointment the rest is history. Carlos is a master at styling all hair types. He's patient, funny and you leave feeling renewed after sitting in his chair! We'll be back soon!

    Carlos did a great job with layering and highlighting my hair.
    Bri F.

    I'm just coming back to add pictures and say that Carlos has kept me as a customer for years and has worked with my unconventional desire to have my hair lightened so I can put henna in it when I get home. I don't even have to be specific with regard to the cut because whatever he does looks great. He just asks whether I've been putting it up more, or braiding lately, and voila, something that's adjusted to those needs and fits my personality and shape of my head, hair type, and face. This is the sort of crux of a lot of experience, good assessment and listening skills, and good training.I have always been nervous about highlights but since he said they were a good idea, I decided to give it a shot and my hair has a very dynamic luster that I wanted to show in the pictures when I updated my review. You can see for yourself though!

    The before picture is what you left me with after I asked for ombre hair color I don't think that I was hard to please

    I went to Carlos because he was recommended by a friend and when I saw his experience I thought that he would know what he was doing I asked for a haircut and a ombré color and he saw that I had red hair I asked him before he got started if he could do this look for me and he assurede that he could do it I wish I could show you a picture of how bad and horrible my hair looks I have 5 different colors in my hair and there is nothing close to an ombré color I am amazed at how bad he is my hair I am so pissed off at this man for doing this to me I am scared for life to say the least I don't wish this on anyone else so please be careful before you go to this man

    My colt and layering was done by my man Carlos. Nice bright highlights around my face. Mwah

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    BIBO Salon

    BIBO Salon

    4.4(212 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    I moved to Oakland relatively recently and really wanted to find a solid go to stylist and I'm VERY…read morehappy with BIBO. I have had two haircut haircuts there - the first one by Georgina and the second with Itzel - and I can honestly say that these are two of the best haircuts I've ever had. I am very particular about what I want my hair to look like and how I want it to lay, and both of them were so understanding of my pickiness, both wonderful listeners and very skilled at their artistry. Also the owner Susie is just the warmest and sweetest. The salon just feels very accessible, everyone is genuinely and down to earth - and I am very grateful to have found it! Yay

    Loved this appointment! This salon is located near my old apartment and is very nice!…read more The salon is very neat, well lit, stocked with lots of products. This was my first appointment here and I was with the Hair Stylist Danielle. The appointment was long but I loved the amount of care and effort she put into cutting my hair. I wasn't rushed or anything! I had the sudden urge to cut off all my hair into a bob after seeing my current hair in a picture of me in the sun... My hair was BAD .. I could see the color difference between my natural hair growing out and the old bleached hair that I dyed a chocolate brown. I was panicked when I saw this in my picture... It was literally looking at two separate people's hair. YIKES.. Danielle saved the day! I usually have a tough time finding a good stylist but I'm glad I trusted Danielle with this transition from long to short hair. I've never cut my hair this short .. but I was happy about the results!! She did so well!! I loved it! I'll be back soon for a trim!! Glad I found BIBO Salon! Danielle saved the day!

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    Salon 1500 - Hair by Yoshi

    Salon 1500

    4.7(771 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$
    Certified professionals
    Locally owned & operated

    Five stars for Justin!! I am new to the Bay, hadn't yet found the colorist who would understand my…read morehair and the look I wanted. I booked with Justin at Salon 1500 based on reviews. He reached out for a conversation before I came in and I knew I was in good hands. And then I was BLOWN AWAY by what he was able to achieve!! I had expected it would take a few visits to get there. Justin knows hair!! There is a science and an art to color, especially for those of us wanting dimensional color. Justin has both expertise and artistry!! I'm just delighted. I want to also mention that the salon itself is lovely. Spacious and airy, with a sweet back patio. I loved the art, too. The whole experience was uplifting! Justin is easy to talk to, the vibes are chill. I'm including before and after photos in hopes that my review might help someone else in a similarly desperate situation. You can trust Justin at Salon 1500!! He's awesome!!

    5 Stars for Justin Lorenz! ***** I'm lucky enough to live right around the corner from the salon,…read moreand Justin has become my absolute go‑to for both haircut and color. He's incredibly accommodating, especially with my unpredictable work schedule and the constant juggle of being a mom. He always communicates clearly about his availability and somehow finds a way to make things work, even when I need a last‑minute rescue for a quick color or cut. Justin is not only professional but genuinely thoughtful in his approach. He asks great questions about what I need, offers helpful recommendations, and always makes sure we're on the same page before he starts. The cuts he's given me have been amazing, easy to manage, and perfect for someone who's always on the go. On top of all that, he's just a wonderful person. He's caring, a great listener, and creates such a comfortable, welcoming experience every time I'm in his chair. Honestly, these appointments make my days better.

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    Shed - Amelie style French bob!

    Shed

    4.6(157 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    This review is for Martha Muga! I am new to the area and have been looking for my go-to stylist,…read moreand I think I've found her. I came in for a full haircut today after a long time going uncut and unstyled, and I feel transformed. She took a look at the photos I wanted to refer to and was immediately confident and flattering--and she executed the perfect cut and style. We had a really lovely and fun conversation that made me feel welcomed and engaged, and I'm excited to come back again soon for future cuts. We talked briefly about the kinds of things she thought would look good for my hair specifically and what it would involve, and I think her eye for style and hair is impeccable. I'd already trust her with anything! I will definitely be coming back. For the shop: It's in the cutest little part of the neighborhood, feels safe and it was kind of quite on a Saturday afternoon with lots of trees and lots of parking. It is near the 57 and the Shellmound bus lines, and it's in walking distance of the Public Market/that area, which is perfect for me. The shop is spacious for having two chairs. It feels special and exclusive but also homey and cozy at the same time. The hair products they use SMELL SO GOOD. I really liked this place and look forward to coming back again.

    Kelly was my stylist and she was awesome. I showed her a picture and got exactly what I was looking…read morefor and more. Super friendly too. Thanks Kelly!

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    Fox and Belle Salon - Some Hair Love included some Highlights, Root Shadow, Gloss toner with Vichida

    Fox and Belle Salon

    4.9(213 reviews)
    3.1 miWest Berkeley
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    I've been going to Vichida for tint touch-ups and haircuts, and I can't recommend her enough. She…read moreis consistent--not just with her timing and precise application, but also with the quality of her work every single visit. What truly sets her apart is her kindness. Over the years, she has always been warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring, which makes every appointment such a great experience.

    I hardly ever write reviews but I need to give a shoutout to my wonderful hair stylist Reena, she…read moreis the best! Before Reena, I was never able to find a stylist that could so easily understand what I wanted and had the patience and skill to execute it fully. She is so flexible and creative with the methods she uses, and always keeps the health of my hair in mind. Before finding her, I had visited a different stylist for a consultation and this other stylist was planning to fully bleach my dark-blonde/faded red hair, and get it to all blonde quickly. It was such a difference to then go to Fox and Belle and have a consultation with Reena who came up with a plan to gradully get me to my blonde end-goal by first transforming my old red-dyed hair into an ombre sunset of lovely coral and peach tones to blend into my natural color (it turned out so much better than I could have imagined) and then once that had grown out and faded she was able to do a bleach-free balayage that gave me the blonde I wanted and will still look good as my roots grow out. And because of her methods, my hair feels so soft and healthy! It makes the whole process so stress-free because I know my hair is in the best hands with her. I have left each of my appointments feeling beautiful and so much more confident thanks to her. And on top of all that, Reena has given me so much great advice on what products and tools to use on my hair, how to prevent damage, and how I can style it myself. Everyone at this salon is so friendly and the environment is the most welcoming and relaxed I have experienced. I especially love how much natural light and fresh air there is in the salon. If you are thinking about booking a service here you should go for it and book it with Reena so she can work her magic on your hair!

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    Fox and Belle Salon - Sunkissed Balayage with a soft root shadow for a blonde but natural look.

    Sunkissed Balayage with a soft root shadow for a blonde but natural look.

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    Azura Salon - balayage

    Azura Salon

    4.9(42 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    I had both my trial and my wedding day hair and makeup done by Marilyn, and I couldn't have asked…read morefor a better experience! From the moment we met, she made me feel comfortable, listened closely to what I wanted, and was incredibly responsive. Marilyn has the range to create everything from minimalistic looks to full glam, and I appreciated that she never pushed me in either direction. We found the perfect in-between, and during the trial, she patiently worked with me to tweak my makeup and try different hairstyles until it felt just right. Marilyn is also such a wonderful person. She's warm, easy to talk to, and made both the trial and my wedding morning feel calm and enjoyable. She's also part of a network of artists who can step in if something unexpected happens, which gave me extra peace of mind leading up to the big day. Marilyn an incredibly talented artist, and I feel so lucky she was the one who helped me get ready for my wedding day. Thanks Marilyn!

    Had a nice hair service here. Got a haircut which comes with a shampoo/dry. Naomi is super nice and…read morereally makes sure she is giving you the cut that you want and will check in along the way. Pricy but worth it, I think I'll get a haircut with more layers next time for the price that is charged :) Would definitely come back, you can tell she is trained very well and really listens to what you want. So happy I found her salon because the last one I went to near Lake Merritt messed up my haircut pretty bad. Would recommend!

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