The boss who calls Kent , he does hair layer is pretty good , I live in east bay but I ll go San Francisco to find him to cut for me ! Btw , Yelp here that doesn't update this salon phone number , the salon new number is (418) 902-5927! read more

Beauty Image Salon - Love my hair style ! Hair layer looks good on me - Hair Salons Near Me - San Francisco, California

For guy's haircut, have been to this place for a few years now and Ken does a very good job with reasonable price. But you will need to communicate and make sure to convey exactly what you want. read more

Extremely bad, the worst I've ever seen, I don't know how this crappy technique can open a salon. The upper layer and bottom layer of my hair are entirely 2 pieces. The left and right sides are not the same length at all. And after the cutting, they won't give me a blow dry even hair is still wet. Run away from this place. read more

Spent about 10 minutes cutting my hair, but he didn't cut enough and went pretty rough. The sides were really unproportional since it was a lot longer compared to the top. I had to get another haircut at another salon since he butchered it. There's better salons elsewhere! read more

Terrible service, waited in line just for him to cut someone else who came in after me. The cut was terrible, the guy is very inconsistent. He gave me a good cut before, so I asked for the same and it was different. read more

TL;DR - Dirt cheap for a hair cut and nice man, but difficult to communicate. Ken is a wonderfully nice man. However, it was a bit difficult to communicate with him on what exactly I wanted. While I did show him a picture, and he quickly glanced, he went straight in for the cut and it ended up being much shorter (like a buzz) behind my neck which made it impossible to wear a ponytail. It was disappointing, and I wish I had time to explain what I wanted before he made a nod and the cut. To be fair, it was a $20 woman's haircut (tip included). I barely waited because the salon was rather empty on a Friday afternoon, and also yes, I did make a call and an appointment so it was quite easy. Overall, if you have a simple hairstyle and need a quick, easy cut, go to Ken. He's awesome, and he's also familiar with Asian hair and hairstyles, which is honestly a big deal to me because Asian hair is so fickle. read more

Fast and precise hair cut each time. Ken never misses. I always look good afterwards. I bring my son too since he was old enough.

Ken is professional, fast and affordable. I've been going to Ken for years and nobody beats him.

When they said, "stylist," they really mean it. Winnie and Ken will take at least a half-hour to cut your hair. Ken has over twenty-nine years experience cutting hair in places like Hong Kong, Chicago, San Jose and various places here. Winnie studied in China and has over ten years experience and styled and did facials in various places in the San Francisco bay area. As soon as I heard, he used to cut hair in Hong Kong, I was there. I've gotten a perm and haircut from Ken. I've gotten highlights and a HOT OIL TREATMENT from Winnie. I'm happy with both. When is the last time you had a HOT OIL TREATMENT. Winnie also does facials. I say, "Everyone should come here!" It's cheap, and you get the best hair stylist. Hair Design Men's cut $10.00 Women's cut $12.00 up Wash and Blow $12 up Highlight $40 up Perm $40 up Oil Treatment $20up I have shoulder length hair so my perm was about $50, my highlights $45, and my hot oil treatment $45. I walked out of the salon really liking my hair. I still liked my hair when I got home. P.S. I went back to get a "hair wash and blow dry" for a Chinese banquet and a lot of people complimented on how good it look. My mother and sisters were impressed. I'm definitely going back to have that done again for a May Chinese banquet I have to go to. read more

I've never had a satisfactory haircut before coming to Ken. Ken just knows what good hair looks like. Never going anywhere else if I can.

The man who cut my hair (Ken I assume) is great. I have thick, coarse African-american/Asian hair and Ken did a great job cutting even layers. Granted, I flat ironed my hair to make it easier on him because I know in it's natural state it's a challenge to deal with. When he started spritzing water on it, I started to think "oooohhh no he's gonna have a tough time cutting it evenly" as it expanded and swelled about 3 inches. I was grateful to see that he took his time and made sure that each side matched the other. When I got home to flat iron my hair again and check out his handiwork in better detail, I was pleased. I will come back! I paid $14 plus a tip. Make sure to tip!! Also, make sure to bring cash! They accept Visa and MasterCard, but only if you are paying $20 or more. read more

A decade later (yes I've been going here for over 10 years), this is still the spot I move mountains to go to. Ken is still kickin ass with all of my haircuts throughout the years read more

I don't really speak the language. I guess next time I will bring a picture. I had my haircut with Ken. The first day tho, I thought he cut my hair to thin. But I'm not too worry because I have tons of hair to spare. Few weeks has passed and cutting softened. Ken understood my explanation somehow and which area that was my main concerned. My last cut was about 6 months ago. Ken was able to see my original cut and tried to recreate that. He was pretty knowledgeable in my opinion. But if you don't speak Cantonese and wasn't sure, just bring a picture. It's better for everybody that way. Can't complained with $20 cut, wash, and dry. He also rewashed my hair after the final cut to get rid all of that tiny hair particle. What more do you want? I wish they do scalp treatment. I'll be there every week. hahaha... ;P read more

This has been my go-to place for as long as I can remember! Probably 6 years? I can always count on Ken to cut my hair just the way I want it! I just have to tell him how many inches, and he would throw out some suggestions on whether I should get layers, or bangs, and he would execute them perfectly. Sometimes I just come for a trim to keep my hair healthy, and he would cut just enough to keep my initial hair style. One time, I had not come for months, and had my hair permed and dyed at another salon within that period of time. Later on, I came to Ken for a haircut, he felt my hair and knew that I had gotten my perm exactly three months ago. Just from a touch!! Talk about hair expert. read more

Just got my haircut today and I'm loving it. The place looked like the 5 dollar haircut at Chinatown so I was feeling a little nervous. The lady who could speak English everyone talked about was also no where in sight and on top of that, I couldn't find a good picture of the haircut I wanted so I felt really doomed. However, I stuck through it. I showed Ken the best picture I could find and he immediately knew what I wanted. I think he had cut enough hair to know all the haircuts out there and the basic terms. This is the second time in my life I feel satisfied with my haircut and not thinking to myself "hopefully it will look better in a few week when my hair grows out". Definitely coming back when I need a haircut. It costed me $14 to cut off about 10 inches of hair into a mid length long bob cut with some layers. Totally affordable. read more

So I made an appointment at beauty imaged based off yelpers and I guess I must have missed the part where Ken doesn't speak English... I was pretty nervous when I went in there but I just showed him a picture and left it in his hands. I was still really nervous while he was cutting until I noticed a framed picture on the wall of a young Ken with Miss Asian Princess 2002. Then I thought to myself "If Ken styled the winning hair of Miss Asian Princess then I MUST be at the right place." And I was right. With just picture on my iphone Ken cut me the best layers I've ever seen. The second time I was there I knew my hair was damage, I didn't even have to say anything (mostly because it's pointless) and he cut my hair shorter due to the damage but still made me look great! PLUS it only cost me $12!!! Oh yeah but he also didn't shampoo it but still worth the price if you ask me! read more

Yeah...Ken is the BEST! Just had my hair cut with a design yesterday. He knows what hair design makes me looking good....really happy! P.S I speak his language:-) read more

Ken is masterful. Gentlemen, get your haircut here for $12 + tip. And leave happy. I have longer hair. He took it from 6 to 5 inches, with a precision and thoroughness I have rarely seen by a practitioner of his craft. He hovers over your head, mouth slightly agape, coke goggles planted on his nose. With each swoop and dive, you feel that he's less cutting your hair, and more chiseling stone away from rock en route to a statue. His office assistant serves as translator, but little is needed. A bowl of Chinese hard candies greets all. When asked, Ken (through the translator) gave me advice on using lighter gel for my hair type. Superb. read more

Good hair cut place, the people who work here know how to cut and if you ask what you need, they will get the hair style for you. Bring a picture of what you want. Able to have a good conversation with you also. Overall it was a good experience! read more

I went here after an extensive Yelp search for an inexpensive haircut. I'm probably a rarity in that I have never and will never pay more than $20 for a haircut. My hair is super low maintenance so I'll just go in for a trim every other month so a top notch hair stylist isn't ever necessary. The salon is minimally furnished and Ken was available to see me right away. I told him I wanted an inch off. I think he could tell I was nervous he'd cut off way more than I'd requested. He snipped a piece and showed it to me - 1 inch and not a centimeter more. Ken works with amazing precision and focus. He took his time and was really thorough stopping after each section to make sure my hair was even. I will continue to see Ken for my bimonthly haircuts. He's definitely earned my loyalty! Go see Ken for an excellent yet inexpensive haircut! I'm so glad I did. read more

Ken has been cutting my hair for about three years now and I'm never disappointed. After going to random places over the years and getting unsatisfactory haircuts, I'm glad I finally met Ken. I've had varying haircuts over the years including a chin length bob to longer hair with layers. I usually bring a picture of what I want and Ken cuts it exactly like how I want it to look. He really listens to what you want, and might give small suggestions along the way to suit your personal appearance. If you tell him to cut 1cm off, he'll do just that. I know I've have my fair share of tears when the hairdresser cut off 5 inches more than I wanted. I have really thick Asian hair that's usually pretty hard to cut, by he manages to keep the thickness of my hair without making it seem like it's heavy and dull. I recently got a haircut at Ken's with slight layering in the back and face framing layers in the front. It's my favorite haircut yet. read more

Beauty Image Salon - I'm never disappointed with my haircuts at Ken's, finally found my go-to place. - Hair Salons Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This is one of the most underrated places! It beats any barbershop/salon in clement or Chinatown. It's a drive to get there but the cut is perfect. Ken specializes in skin fades, classic cuts, trend cuts, he can do anything you want for your hair. He doesn't speak much but tell him the details and specifics he'll hook you up! He is the definition of specializing in all aspects in hair. His cuts cost $12 but the work is 10/10 and will guarantee compliments from friends, family, strangers, McDonald employees and even other barbers! Since it's a salon they don't shave or use any blades but Ken is a master with the clippers so he won't disappoint! And Tip him! He's doing great work for cheap prices. read more

Best place to get a great fast short haircut. My friends and I having cone here everyone we are on San Francisco and get haircuts whether we need them or not. Kenny is always fast and good. Never had a bad cut yet. Been coming back for 4 or 5 years now. read more

one star for the cheap prices. Sadly you get what you pay for. In my case an uneven cut , one side is longer than the other and the back of my hairline is totally uneven. The choppy job was obvious when I got home and flat ironed my hair. never again! clearly Ken was distracted while cutting. read more

I've been a customer since the day Beauty Image Salon opened its doors. From simple haircuts to glamorous hair styles, Ken is experienced as a stylist! He cuts your hair exactly the way you ask! read more

The guy that gave me a hair cut was very nice and he took his time to carefully make sure all sides and even and such although it took a little while. It's also very cheap compared to the other hair salon, so definitely would recommend for good haircuts at a cheap price. read more

I've been getting haircut here since 9 years ago. And ken's skill never get me disappointed. Now I can't find any other good salon with same price can meet my desire. read more

I appreciate this no frills salon. I'm not here to chit chat, and neither is he. If you don't speak Chinese, come prepared with a photo of the haircut you want. He will then methodically work at your hair. He wont give you recommendations on what style fits your face shape or etc., but he will cut what you show him. read more

Ken is an amazing stylist. He definitely knows hair. The price is amazingly cheap for the type of top notch service you get. I highly recommend this salon. read more

I pass by this place all the time and never gave it a second thought until I needed a place just to get a trim and found it had four stars on Yelp. I came in and told him I just wanted a trim and he said he'll take about two inches off of my already long hair. The end result was fine, I was very happy with it. This place seems fine if you're only looking to get a trim but I don't know how I would feel about actually getting my hair styled or colored here. Three stars because the vibe didn't feel very comfortable and inviting. read more

Forgot to make appointment today but really worth the wait. No questions asked, Ken just does his magic again.

A no-frills fantastic cut for an unbeatable price! So much better than other high -priced salons I tried. And, unlike some hoity-toity places, Ken really listened, and made adjustments I asked for, so the end result was just what I wanted. And when you consider the cost was $12 (without shampoo or blow dry), I'm more than satisfied. Ken was very precise and fast - took only half an hour. Winnie, who also works there, translated for me and I brought a picture so we communicated just fine. I highly recommend them. read more

Ken is the best!!!! He knows what i want for my hairstyle!! For $14 haircut beauty image is the best!! Thanks ken

Ken is not talkative and socialize. But when come to delivery, he is always the best. Especially for the low cost charge, no way I can find a better deal than what Ken has to offer. read more

I give 3 stars because I got a good haircut for 14 bucks. However the place took me 70 bucks for coloring hair. The color wasn't like what I expected. I had brown hair and wanted a color that would pop out so I chose violet. I agree that my hair has been colored before and it is hard to put fashion color over it unless I gotta bleach my hair. I love the brightness and pigment of violet. I can pay whatever it costs to get that violet. But please... Why did you give me a burgundy head and take 70 bucks from me like that ): read more

Followed Ken for 10+ years, need I say more. When he moved to Chicago I thought man I sure have to go a long way to get a good hair cut. Thank goodness he moved back to the Bay Area and set up his own shop. I'm embarassed and giddy to admit that he charges too little. Yeah, I too agree with the other posters, visual aid helps. If you bring in a pic, he's really good about getting it right. read more