So Kind. Atmosphere is beautiful, welcoming, and inspiring. No waiting around while she works on someone else. Great time management. Knocked out what has become a three-day detangle/wash/condition & two strand twist on my densely packed, loose natural hair, in just 3 hours! I seriously couldn't be more grateful I found this beauty lounge. read more

Great experience. Friendly and super reasonable price. Appointment was on time. Definitely coming back. Sweetz and Mae you both are amazing. read more

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This is an updated review: my girls have always been braid girls. They wear their hair in braids 100% of them time but for special occasions they want their hair straight(silk press). Meling has come through for my girls numerous times over the year. When my oldest was taking senior pictures during Covid, Meling made sure she looked beautiful for her special day while taking numerous care to make sure she felt safe and comfortable during that scary time. When my youngest who's incredible 4C hair needed to be trained before taking her senior pictures, Meling worked wonders without damaging her hair and now with my daughter's going to her senior prom, Meling has manage to do her magic again and make her look amazing. Thank you Meling for being an essential presence throughout my daughters lives and making the special occasions ex. read more

Feeling magical is something that you will always feel when your at the Black Magic Beauty Lounge. MzBlack Magic makes everyone feel so special and welcomed in this space. She never over books, so when you arrive for your scheduled appointment, you get right into her chair for your magical transformation. She is efficient and respectful of your time. If you are looking for a spot with a chill vibe, where you are treated like a queen, call the Black Magic Beauty Lounge, Mz Black Magic will take great care of you!! read more

Black Magic Beauty Lounge - Chilling at the Black Magic Beauty Lounge! - Hair Salons Near Me - San Leandro, California

I once had beautiful locs. I went to this shop monthly for several years to be styled because I wanted to keep my locs heathy and strong. Unfortunately my locs started falling out one by one beginning February 2021 (from over 100 locs down to 40) and now I am bald on both sides (which my dermatologist explained was traction alopecia caused by tight styles, heavy hair and excessive palm rolling. I have since moved out of the area so I wasn't able to deal with this issue with the stylist and our last conversation was contentious - so I haven't attempted contact- but everyday that I look at my hair I am deeply hurt to see my hair so damaged. I am trying to figure out a solution- recently had a consultation and was told my hair at the roots are too thin. I am sending this review not to bash the stylist- I should have done my research about locs - and how to maintain them in a healthy way. I send the review so that others can learn from my experience. read more

Black Magic Beauty Longe has been an integral part of my hair journey for the last year. Mai'ling never disappoints. Whether it's a wash, cut, or coloring, she always delivers. Also the shampoo and conditioner she uses seems divine, it's like getting a head massage with peppermint. Her rates are reasonable and she always gets my hair done in a fast turn around. I'm blessed to have found this lovely salon and wonderful stylist. read more

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I've been rocking with Me'Ling for almost 20 years from SF to Oakland to San Leandro. Her creativity and knowledge has kept my hair looking healthy and amazing. She's taken me from relaxers to weaves to transitioning to natural hair, and has been a fabulous stylist every step of the way. She's always professional and her space is peaceful and a safe place for her clients. I've had hundreds of styles over the years that I've loved... but this one speaks for itself... read more

Black Magic Beauty Lounge - Elegant and stunning - Hair Salons Near Me - San Leandro, California

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I'm so so happy I found Me'Ling! I have wanted to start locs for years and a good friend pointed me toward Black Magic Beauty Lounge. I've had a wonderful experience, I enjoy my time in the shop with great music and conversation, and my hair is coming along beautifully. I'm so happy to have started this journey and to have someone like Me'Ling that I can trust along the way. read more

Mei took amazing care of my 4year old! It was my baby 1st time in a salon! She was on time, professional, kind, gentle and did a really beautiful job ! Everybody we know is asking who my baby went to, from CA to Paris & let's not forget Senegal! We will be seeing her monthly, because we do not want to go anywhere else read more

I have been getting my hair done at Black Magic for over 10 years and am very happy with the service and Me'Ling does awesome work. I now live in Washington State and will continue when I come to California to get my hair done at Black Magic until Me'Ling retires. read more

I have been seeing Me'Ling for over 6 years. She is absolutely AMAZING!!!! My hair has never been longer or healthier!!! Me' can create any style and is genuine in her craft. She is also beyond professional and respects your time. read more

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I would give zero stars but not an option. The owner was very rude to me and wouldn't let me book. I ask if I can hand her the money for the deposit directly to instead of leaving it in her mailbox and she got angry and said she didn't want to do my hair anymore. I spoke nicely to her and was trying to be professional but she was being very rude. The worst customer service ever! read more

I wasn't only greeted by the salon owner, Mei, but her assistant and the vibrant colors of this oh So Magical shop. On the outside you see a quaint purple salon, but on the inside you're immediately wrapped in the salons bigger than life personality; which includes Mei and her assistant! I have semi long locs and I got them dyed a burgundy(ish) color. They took their time and provided great service. Mei answered all my questions and I was thoroughly satisfied when I left. Yes, I'm winning and so are my locs! Mei is a true knowledgeable stylist and is experienced in doing all types of hair. Book an appointment with Mei, you won't be disappointed! read more

Me'Ling is Definitely the truth! Not only is she very knowledgeable about her art she is also very professional, welcoming, and magical. Every time I see her she sprinkles her magic on me which gives me a boost of confidence every time. read more

Magic is the best word for this salon because my experience was just Balck Girl Magic. The Owner has the most Amazing spirit. She listens to you. Has wonderful healing hands and talent. For the very first interaction via text making the appointment Me'Ling was Absolutely awesome!! I love my hair already getting Compliments read more

Black Magic Beauty Lounge - Happy birthday to my so happy how my curls turned out - Hair Salons Near Me - San Leandro, California

I completely enjoyed my experience with Mei'Ling!! I went for a consultation for locs and booked my first appointment immediately! She was very detailed about the process, educational and professional! Her energy is very warm, atmosphere is relaxing and conversation is fun! I love, love, love my hair and I have had lots of compliments! I can't wait until my next appointment and my continued journey with my locs! read more

It was an amazing experience. I called a few different places before speaking with Maylene. She is very knowledgeable and made sure I felt comfortable with direction we were taking. My hair looked a hot mess when i arrived. She made me look and feel beautiful again. Thanks Maylene read more

Black Magic Beauty Lounge - Hair Salons Near Me - San Leandro, California

I tried on 2 separate occasions to make an appointment. Both times I was told someone would get back to me, but they never did. Very disappointing considering how excited I was to try this salon out. read more

Whenever I go to Black Magic Beauty lounge the experience is such a pleasure the atmosphere is lovely and the service is beyond excellent. At Black Magic Beauty Lounge the attention is on you. When you walk out the door you're looking and feeling beautiful. Also indulge yourself in products that are available from headwraps, clothing, candles and body caring products such as oils and body butters. Black Magic Beauty Lounge is a lovely place to experience. I love my stylist she ROCKS! read more

I recently moved to the area and had a hard time finding a stylist I was comfortable with in the area, until someone told me about Me'Ling. I enjoy going to her and the fact that she is always mindful of my time helps a lot! I have found my California stylist! read more

I heard the braider at this salon was really good. I was really hoping to experience the creative styling. It's too bad the person answering the salon phone is rude and ghetto. If your planning to book with them, I recommend going to visit the salon first. read more

Shout out to the beautiful ladies at Black Magic Beauty Lounge. Neishia's shampoo and head massage is better than sex! May's creativity is other-worldly! They truly work magic in this place!! Lovin' my look!!! read more

I had a similar experience to Shannon's except I had been a client of Mei'Ling's for several years. I had always been very happy with her services and referred people to her. I was deeply disappointed in her as a woman and as a professional after my last experience. She convinced me to get a weave and when it didn't turn out right and I wasn't excited about her work she decided to "fire" me as a client before I could ask her to fix it or for a refund. Like an immature brat or a woman scorned she called, stating that I had been late and that I didn't respect her time. This wasn't true. I was never late for appointments. After stating her dissatisfaction she hung up on me. She would not answer or return my calls when I attempted to call back. I ended up going to another salon where they tried to properly layer and blend the hair. They said she had braided too much synthetic hair underneath the weave. It was puffy. They did their best, but it was a bad weave, plain and simple. This was several years ago, and Yelp didn't exist then. If it had, I would have chronicled the experience. It left such a bad taste in my mouth that I will never forget it. She was normally very professional but her conduct on this occasion completely changed that. She ended the business relationship because she didn't want to admit that she messed up. This actually wasn't the first time she did bad work and refused to acknowledge it. On another occasion she offered to sew in braided wefts and braid the front of my hair to match. I didn't think it was going to work. I was right and when it didn't look right she had the nerve to charge me for an additional 2 hours to fix it. I paid because I expected that it was a fluke. No, on the contrary. She believes her time is worth money even if the customer isn't happy. read more

I have been coming to this shop for the past four months and I can honestly say that this salon is the best salon that I have been in. Not only are the ladies very professional, there's never a wait to do my hair and I'm extremely satisfied with my beautiful locs that I decided to have done. My husband and I also love the Shea butter. It's very soft and the smell is amazing! Keep up the good work ladies, I found the perfect salon! read more

This was my third time coming to this shop, I'm all for supporting black owned businesses but not salty ones. My second and third time coming here the owner had this one girl do my hair who had no idea what she was doing. The owner her self had to come behind the girl and clean my hair up. So this time I went in for a cap quick weave, until the shop owner manipulated me into getting a sew in claiming it would be cheaper and it wasn't. The lady that did my hair took 4 hours. I bought two packs of human Brazilian blow out hair, she used only one pack and was at the top, remind you I asked her to leave my baby hair and a little of the top out. KEY WORDS "A LITTLE" this lady left a boat load of my hair out, I basically look bald, my hair isn't full, she skipped braids in the back where she should have added some hair. It took her 2 hours just to sew one pack in, remember I had a bunch of hair left out. My hair wasn't full, she opened the second pack and used a little bit and was done in 10 mins within opening that second pack. When I got home I realized she literally fucked up my hair, it wasn't full, some of the wefts where showing and one side of my hair was fuller, and the other side was thinner with a boat load of my real hair out smh!! On top of that this lady stole my hair, I am absolutely positive that she stole my hair, she opened the second pack of hair and used one piece. When she turned me around she quickly grabbed something and put it under her bag. She glued some pieces and bobby pinned another. Then had the audacity to charge me $220 for the shitty job she did, the hair she stoled cost me $130 by it self thieving bums. What really sucks is I reached out to the shop owner and she never replied, and won't answer her phone. I messaged her and told her, she never replied. I am warning who ever is reading this and considering this place PLEASE Please SAVE YOUR TIME AND MONEY, THEY ARE THIEVES AND THEY WILL STEAL YOUR HAIR AND MONEY. THE SHOP OWNER APPARENTLY DONT CARE ABOUT WHO SHE HAS WORKING IN HER SHOP. I'M STILL SHOCKED THIS LADY FUCKED UP MY HAIR THEN, STOLE THE REST OF IT. SO THATS $350 GONE DOWN THE DRAIN YOU'VE BEEN WARNED YELPERS read more

Loved the stylists! They were so open and helpful. They gave me a blowout and a trim, and ended up curling my hair. Super friendly and wonderful. Also very affordable! read more

I have been going the MeLing for many years and she is excellent. She listens to you and works with you to give you the style you want if not better. I hightly recommend her. She is very professional and knows her craft. She is truly gifted in hair care and style. Lee read more

I just had the best experience at the salon. If you really want your hair done right come and see these ladies!