My hair has never ever been so silky soft after a bleach and bright color, but these folks have the perfect mix and mastery of hair science and art!! I LOVE every minute of being in Larry's chair. He is attentive and fun and professional and kind and soooo unbelievably talented. I've been doing wild, bright hair colors for years, probably 2 decades now, and he still manages to make my hair look and feel so healthy without compromising the vividness of the color. It washes out gorgeously each and every time, and he does it in a way that my roots don't overpower when they start showing but rather are layered and hidden, making it easy for me to feel great even right up to my next appointment! Booking is smooth and easy, and everyone there is so friendly and fun and great at what they do. :) I always look forward to my appointments there and leave feeling more like my best self! They help me express myself exactly as I like to, and I am so grateful to have found them! As an artist, it's important to me that I look both stylish and professional, and that's not always easy with the bright colors I like, but they've done the "oil slick" look for me since last summer, and it's simply my favorite hair I've ever had! I get at least two compliments on it every time I go out, and I really like the way my husband looks at me like I'm fresh from the salon every day! :) The salon space itself is gorgeous too, super attentive design details and playful pops show the owners' penchant for cuteness embedded in their great taste, with beautiful black chandeliers, a glitter wall and even crystal knobs on the desk! It's a beautiful space, with beautiful people: exactly what you want in a beauty salon! They give you a locker and a nice to robe to wear, and even offer cozy slippers while you get your hair done. Couldn't be happier with my experience at Bal-Lance, they are true pros with huge, kind hearts and the most talent I've ever seen in the Hair Arts! Thank you!!! read more

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Wow. Such a great experience. Guadalupe, Lupe, truly delivered. She walked me through everything, explained what likely happened with my hair before, and gave me a clear plan for my follow up appointment. I felt heard. She takes her time and she knows her craft. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does :) I love my results. The entire team was easygoing and welcoming. It doesn't just feel like a salon, it feels like a community. They were flexible, thoughtful, and the small perks made it even better. The space is beautiful. The people are warm. The work speaks for itself. I've tried several salons over the years. I think I finally found my go to. read more

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Larry and Brandon were such a pleasure to be around. The stylists were beyond respectful and welcoming. I loved the creative decor in the salon and how clean it was. We had cute robes/capes to wear for our service and our own lockers for our belongings. I asked Larry for highlights with air touch and to add dimension+darken my hair without too much bleach. my hair has been somewhat compromised from all of the bleaching and I needed his help transitioning out of my un dimensional baby lights. He mentioned I would benefit from a k18 treatment service; which I went with. I definitely needed it. we went over my inspo pic to make sure it was realistic and I communicated my need to go easy on the lightener. In the past previous stylists would rebleach my ends but instead Larry helped me feel good about my decision and explained the process step by step. I trusted his experience from his explanation alone. He then added dimension back into my hair piece by piece next to the hair being lightened; foil by foil. Before he toned my hair he double checked exactly what shade I wanted and went over the tones with me. Lupe helped me wash my hair and gave a mean head massage (I really needed that.) When Lupe and Larry blow dried my hair I was beyond happy. My hair looked soooo much better. Larry really took care of me and gave every strand of hair attention and detail he had. Thank you Larry! read more

I like what Kelsey did with my hair at balance salon in Saratoga. She is going on a maternity leave for 14 weeks but will be back after that. read more

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New hairdo; highlights and style OMG I'm so proud about my new hair color and style; Larry really did EPIC and Daisy washing my hair with a massage so relaxing it's worth coming in here. They even give you water or tea and snacks. Read their bio and make sure book ahead of time I feel so much loved and beautiful.. read more

Hair stylist lupita ! Hands down the best and most amazing person to work with ! She gave me my dream hair. Love the vibe of the studio! Clean and such an amazing environment ! Would recommend 10/10 and will continue to go back to lupita ! She has been amazing through this whole process ! read more

Amazing salon shop! I was on Yelp, looking for affordable hair salons and this came up my feed. I live 40 mins from Saratoga, but this salon is worth the drive :) This salon is different because: 1. They offer drinks + snacks (free for some things like water, coffee & tea, and I think u have to pay for snacks) 2. Free slippers & you wear a robe- they take you to the bathroom where you can put on a robe or slippers to feel comfy 3. The decor is so cute! Lots of space with flowers & other decorations :) 4. They have email deals! My haircut/shampoo+conditioner/style is originally $95 but it was $75 with the email deals! I have Alison for my hairstylist, but it seems everyone is knowledgeable at this salon! Each hairstylist charges for different prices. Thank you Alison for always making me look & feel amazing :) She also did my hair color/balayage in November, so might have to see her soon again! read more

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Got my hair colored today by Kelsey, and I love how my color turned out! She started by reviewing my reference photo with me and going over color choices to make sure I was getting exactly what I asked for. She was fun to talk to while she colored my hair. She gave a great scalp massage as she rinsed my hair. My color turned out better than the photo I referenced! I will definitely be back read more

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After posting my initial review regarding a haircut I was unhappy with, I was contacted by the manager who took the time to personally reach out and listen to my concerns. I truly appreciate that they acknowledged the issue and made an effort to address it professionally. I respect businesses that are willing to take accountability and try to make things right. Thank you to the manager for following up. read more

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Jazzy was so cool to talk to and was such a vibe throughout the entire hair dying/hair cut process Love how my hair turned out and would definitely recommend this place for others wanting to dye their hair read more

Kelsey did an amazing job on my hair! She was very welcoming and knowledgeable about the coloring process and explained the steps to me as she was doing it. She always made sure I was comfortable and checked in a lot. Highly recommend! read more

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This was my first visit to the salon. I had an incredible experience with Brandon. Their attention to detail, expertise, and ability to understand exactly what I wanted made all the difference. From the consultation to the final touches. Professional , kind, and truly passionate. My hair has never looked or felt better, and I have received so many compliments! I highly recommend to anyone looking for top-tier service and a stylist who genuinely cares about their clients. Extra points/ information- Btw, I waited for a month to leave a review to see the real color and love it. And I was offered Love Mimosas as I had my hair done few days before Valentine's day. read more

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I'm soo beyond grateful for Kelsey, she made this entire experience amazing from start to finish! I went in not completely sure what I wanted and she communicated with me every step of the way, always making sure I felt confident and happy with how things were going. Her attention to detail and genuine care made all the difference. Kelsey and Brandon were both incredibly sweet and attentive, constantly checking in to ensure I was comfortable and enjoying the process. Their energy was so warm and welcoming, I truly felt taken care of. I couldn't be happier with how my hair turned out! I will 100% be coming back. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Nothing short of amazing! Definitely the best experience in a salon I've had! They have their own lockers for your things, and even label the lockers with your name and provide your own black kimono in it. Being my first visit, first impressions excelled! :) i had Jassy and she really helped nail my haircut. She explained how certain options may help bring out the style I'm trying to achieve. I went on a weekend, so it seemed pretty booked up, it's still a relaxing experience and not super hectic :) I will definitely be back! read more

I thoroughly enjoyed my hair cutting experience here. I was indecisive & I appreciated the salon's patience answering my questions and scheduling an appointment which I cancelled once. I cut and donated 15 in. My favorite part is the salon is a Wigs for Kids ambassador. My stylist- Grace- measured and sectioned out my hair to maximize my donation. They also took care of mailing out the donation. It was a one-stop donation and I did not have to go to the post-office. I loved the products that they used. The shampoo/conditioners had a pleasant fragrance which enriched the experience. I appreciated Grace choosing to style my hair that was complimentary to my lifestyle. I do wish they had taken the time to review the products they used and offer me a chance to purchase. I also thought the check-in check out process could have been friendlier. It had a slight cold vibe. Nevertheless, I would come back especially for the next hair donation! read more

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Great salon, super cute vibes and kind staff. I came to get my hair chopped so I could donate it and they were fantastic! Jassy was my stylist and she was so sweet and helped me get the exact right cut. Def recommend! read more

I had my balayage done with Grace, a Bal-Lance Jr, and she consulted with Brandon throughout the whole process. I am extremely happy with the outcome! I told her that I wanted to add some dimension to my hair but wanted something that is maintenance and non damaging to my hair. Through inspiration pictures and communicating via instagram, she executed my vision really well with all my personalization in mind. I wanted a "chocolately gold" balayage that blended nicely with my black hair. Grace was lovely to work with an get to know through out the process, really friendly and personable, and I was in and out of the salon in 3.5 hours. I've been to Bal-lance's old salon, and really enjoy this new location! It's in a quaint part of Saratoga and the salon itself is huge, beautiful, and trendy. I love the massage chairs at the hair wash station and the twinkle lights on the ceiling. I'd trust anyone at Bal-Lance salon with my hair, as they always do a great job and work with me, my hair, and my vision to get exactly what I want. read more

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My mom and I tried the sculpting service, and it was an incredible experience. Before the procedure, they thoroughly explained its benefits and gave me recommendations to achieve the best results. This treatment not only helps improve your figure but also relieves pain and offers many more benefits. Without a doubt, I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an effective and professional wellness option read more

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- Place: 10/10 - Staff: 10/10 - Work: 5/10 I recently had my hair color done at this salon and shared some initial pictures of my hair along with my desired look. While the staff was very friendly and welcoming, the stylist who worked on my color kept remarking on how many strands I had, saying it at least ten times. After attending a wedding and washing my hair for the first time since the appointment, I noticed that my hair felt weighed down and moisture seemed to linger. I couldn't run my fingers through it at all, and this issue only started after I visited the salon. A few days later, I realized the color was extremely uneven. I paid a decent amount for the service and a generous tip and reached out to provide feedback. They invited me back to the salon, but I really don't want to go back. My long hair is now a tangled mess, and I'm experiencing significant hair fall. The different shades from the coloring look terrible. I have no idea what products they used, but it has seriously damaged my hair quality, which wasn't great to begin with. I'm now considering cutting my hair short as a solution. Attaching pictures for reference. The major concern is not the color here its the quality of my hair and its getting tangled in water and how it looks after washing. read more

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Love love love this salon! Everyone always makes me so comfortable and happy when I walk in. I see Brandon and he does an amazing job on my color and extensions. Honestly all of the employees here are so welcoming and friendly and do amazing jobs. Highly recommend this salon to EVERYONE! read more

I would give Brandon 10 stars if I could. I had a wedding reception to go to and had an updo for the first time. I needed it to stay put from around 2 pm to 1 am. Brandon delivered the best updo possible. He took painstaking effort to give it volume, flair and make it a show stopper. ..and I could have gone well into the next day without the updo being unraveled. That was how well done it was. read more

I absolutely adore Brandon's positivity and how he makes me feel during my visits with him. I appreciate how he listens to my feedback and asks a lot of questions to figure out the best color and cut based upon my desired level of maintenance. It's easy for a stylist to deliver a desired look, but I really value how honest Brandon is about at-home treatments and maintenance because it helps to give me a more realistic expectation. Brandon is a true artist-- l've never felt so confident and beautiful as I do now that he is doing my hair. I get so many compliments and I give him all the credit! Bal-Lance Salon is pure luxury, and I really enjoy my time there and the wonderful products they have available for at-home maintenance. The products are worth every penny and leave my hair healthier than it has ever been! read more

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I am a mom of two babies under two and I always come to Bal-lance Salon for my hair needs. I love being able to get something low maintenance and always trying new things. Today, I came in for a wavy perm and I'm super excited to see how I like it. Brandon , Larry, and their team are always incredibly helpful and amazing! They consistently have great solutions for my needs. I've been coming to them for over four years, and they continue to exceed my hair expectations. I trust them 200% with my hair and couldn't imagine going to anyone else! Their space is absolutely the cutest! They are so thoughtful about customer needs, offering a menu of snacks and drinks, as well as lockers labeled with your name to store your belongings. They truly know how to make every interaction personal, and that means everything to me. Do yourself a favor--go to them, and you will not regret it! This review has been long over due! read more

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First off, I want to say that the management is probably the most understanding of what's going on. I did receive a hair appointment to do baby lights and I asked for my roots to be platinum as well since I had previous work done that got me to a platinum. Unfortunately that was not achieved in some areas as my hair was not zig zag to weave it during the bleaching process. A bit more blending with the bleaching process would have been well appreciated. These certain needs weren't met with my hair. very clean inside and everyone's friendly and they take care of you. read more

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My daughter & I have been going here a couple of years & it is the only place. The location itself is beautiful. (Give yourself some extra time to park). They offer a number of services, hair cut and style is all we've used so far but it is always an amazing experience. Everyone is mindful, thoughtful, kind & very talented. Jassy is our stylist & her talent and detail are beyond appreciated. Bal-Lance is vibe & beauty for all the right reasons. read more

I LOVE THIS SALON SO MUCH! Everyone here is so nice and caring. You can really tell how much effort they put into making sure it is a wonderful experience for everyone that comes in. Every time I've come here for any type of service, the staff here always very welcoming. I love that the staff members here greet you and engage in some type of conversation with you. I've been coming to Alison for the past year and she is AMAZING. She delivers each and every time with my hair. We have always have such great conversations and she makes your salon experience is a 10/10. Alison is honest during the consultation if we can achieve the color I want. The inside of the salon is so clean and well decorated. Overall the vibes and staff of this salon is phenomenal. This is my go to salon for any and every type of hair service I need! read more

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Truly relaxing hair blowout experience. Chef's kiss! My friend who goes here all the time recommended when I was in a pinch to find a place that would help with my hair. They were wonderful and accommodating, and even offer a glass of wine or tea or any drink of choice they have. This is what a blowout experience should be like! read more

Not only did they never give me a callback, 4 years later I've been put on their text message list that I've never signed up for. Great!

This is a lovely salon and very welcoming and friendly. A couple of friends recommended Bal-lance, and I'm very glad I took that advice. I love the haircuts and color treatments I've gotten from Brandon. He is quite an artist, as well as being a genuinely warm and caring person. Indeed, everyone in the shop is helpful and friendly. I have tricky hair as it is very fine and thin. Brandon makes the most of my hair. It's easy to style after I leave the salon, too, which is the mark of a really good haircut. read more

for Guadalupe I recently visited Bal-Lance Salon for highlights and a root touch up and I couldn't be happier with the results! From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel welcomed and comfortable. My stylist listened carefully to what I wanted and offered expert advice to ensure the final look was exactly what I envisioned. read more

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If you need your hair done and want to feel like a QUEEN after GO HERE!!! The atmosphere was just amazing all the ladies there are so sweet! Alison was the gal that did my hair and she did so good I went from patchy bleached hair to a gorgeous blue, their products also smell amazing!! I personally felt extremely cared for and catered to and cannot recommend them enough, I would give 10/5 stars if I could. read more

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Great overall environment and you can tell that the artists go out of their way to give their clients the results they're looking for. Leslie has been doing my hair for the past 10 months and I have always felt my hair is in good hands. I can tell that she takes into account my individual hair type and caters the treatment towards that. I have some unusual hair colors I've wanted to try, but have always loved the results. Great salon and great staff. read more

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I've been coming to Bal-Lance salon for 4 years now and Jessica always does amazing work! She's done my color, highlights and now Cryotherapy. It's so great that they have a wellness center downstairs. I've been getting a Cryo facial and Cryo body sculpting. Definitely recommend you coming here! read more

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This salon is AMAZING!!! I was able to get an appointment right away with Alison for a highlight and cut. Showed her a picture of what I wanted and it turned out exactly like the picture. She is awesome. And the salon, the whole staff is so nice and the vibe....I highly recommend this salon. read more

After growing out my hair for the last five years, I decided it was finally time for a change. There wasn't anywhere else I would trust with this change other than the talented team at Bal-lance Salon. Brandon, assisted by Kelsey, gave me exactly what I asked for. After consulting with me, I got a relaxing wash and scalp massage and enjoyed their seasonal mimosa. The entire experience was great and I can't wait to go back! Brandon is my dawg read more

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Very disappointed and upset that I was confirmed for an appointment offered to me for a dimensional balayage. I've sent in all the pictures for references and what I asked for to see if they would be able to accommodate me. Their Yelp scheduler mentioned the Team Lead Jass would be able do the pictures I sent in for reference and so I asked to be confirmed for 4pm. She then said I was confirmed and sent me the directions of where to go and park. Parking is very difficult and I had already mentioned that I may be a few minutes behind the scheduled time due to being new the area. The exchange was smooth and time including service requested was confirmed. Arrived to a very awkward encounter of no friendliness or any gesture of being welcoming since I was a little lost of where their entrance was. I came in and confirmed my appointment to only have them tell that there was an issue with the exchange of what I wanted for my service, which I know was very clear and to the point. And that whomever was going to do my service, whether it was Jass the Team Lead or the gal outside sitting on her phone that the front desk rep was speaking with, they would only be able to do a partial balayage to the top of my head only, in which they would highlight or make brighter, but the rest of my hair, from bottom to the tips of my hair would remain the same color. Which wouldn't make any sense because the tips and bottom of my hair were a darker brown and would make my hair something I don't even want. Offering half a service in which wouldn't even look nice or finished to say the least, if I left the salon because it would honestly look different as a whole... just to make a quick dollar is so selfish and honestly disrespectful. I will not be returning in the future and I do not recommend anyone to come here. Save your money and time going elsewhere. read more

Enjoyed my haircut with Hailie. They have massage chairs while you're getting your shampoo! Beautiful salon, and they treat you so well, a separate locker, a clean gown, tea service--it's the bomb! Hailie did a great job with my hair. I only wish the stylists next to me were quieter. Also, checkout could have been more comfortable. There were about three people behind the desk--why so many? read more

Book your services with Daisy You won't regret it ! She makes sure you are satisfied 100%. She has magic hands when it comes to your wash the massage is amazing and relaxing 10/10 read more

I came in looking for solutions for my thinning hair. We talked through all the options, and they were so friendly and caring through that process. There was never a push towards certain products or items, they genuinely wanted me to be comfortable. I ended up going with just a hair cut to conceal things while regrowth occurs, and Hailie was so sweet and supportive. I couldn't recommend Hailie and this salon more! read more

I have been coming to Bal-Lance for over a year. Friendly out going team. Before you go get your home work done by that I mean know what you want done! They're not mind readers . I like how the whole team of hair stylist always go above and beyond to make me feel welcome. I go in for a blow outs and to get my hair done. Go for a blow out if you just want time to relax and be pampered. The vibe is so calming. I like to thank Alison for taking care of me and my hair. To the other hairstylist you all rock! Ps. If you like to donate your hair for charity or know anyone who does they will gladly help you. read more

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