I feel terrible leaving anything but a positive review, especially for this business, as the people there seem kind and hardworking, which is why I gave an extra star. But I unfortunately had the least effective blowout I've ever paid for here. The pros: Open on Sundays, lots of available slots when I booked last-minute, relatively easy online booking process, convenient location with lots of parking available (at least when I went), a good variety and selection of products, including cruelty-free options, and of course, friendly and kind folks work here. The cons: -They did not answer the phone when I called. I understand the loud nature of a blowdry bar, but I think they should have someone handling calls. -The price of a blowout is $15 higher than my normal salon, The Bvsement, or pretty much any other salon I've been to. Here it's $65+ for a blowout. That's steep, which is fine and understandable, IF you're getting a great blowout on El Paseo. -I arrived for my first ever appointment and was warmly greeted by a lovely young woman who politely introduced herself as Leslie. Before she approached me to tell me she would be doing my hair, she was finishing up her previous client's hair, which looked sleek and fabulous, so I felt confident that I was in good hands. I told Leslie that I was trying to head out to an event and had already shampooed and conditioned my hair at home before the appointment. I often do this and ask for just a rinse and conditioner instead, if the stylist is ok with it. Leslie looked at my hair and said it was the perfect wetness for a blowout. I was slightly confused, as no stylist has ever done this before, but I figured the professionals know what they're doing. I sat down, was offered and brought a glass of water, and asked if product in my hair was ok. I said yes and pointed to one I use at home for blowouts. Leslie kindly selected it to use but proceeded to spray about 1/3rd of the amount I spray at home. Again, I didn't question her expertise. She asked about how I like to part my hair but proceeded to totally forget the answer shortly thereafter. She began to section and pin my hair, and I felt doubtful about her skill level due to how she was doing it. At this point, my hair was drying fast. I mentioned I use a spray bottle of water at home, but she didn't seem to take the suggestion. When the blow drying began, I knew something was off and that my hair was NOT going to look good. From the way she handled my hair, it was evident she doesn't know how to do a proper blowout. It's hard to explain, but the handling of my hair, the sections, the brush, and the blow dryer were all indicators. At one point, the blow dryer felt hot on my neck, was loudly blasted into my ear, and she made a joke about the round brush eating my hair (which was cute under all other circumstances but at this particular point very concerning). The first section looked awful. She fluffed it with her hands and mumbled something encouraging to herself and moved on. The rest of the experience made it clear that my hair was going to look terrible once she was done. I just breathed and hoped for the best. Once finished, she said there you go, added some VERY fragrant oil to my hair that I did not like (I am not sensitive to scents and this overpowered my perfume all evening), asked if I wanted hairspray (standard to set big blowout curls). My hair looked frizzy and undone so I asked for a mirror to see the back. She kept saying, see, it's done. It was a strange experience, though I am sure that's not what she intended. I was not happy but didn't have time to ask for revisions or discuss anything. I went up front to pay, and I never ever feel this way, but it was genuinely upsetting to pay $65+ for undone hair. Again, I typically pay $50 + 25% tip to The Bvsement for a perfect blowout in 50 minutes. Later, I realized they didn't even offer to charge me the price of a blowout without a wash; most salons have this option so you can come in with dry or washed hair. When paying for a wash and blowout, stylists typically will at least let you get your money's worth by doing a quick condition and rinse. But this wasn't discussed here. Not a big deal but part of the overall annoyance. I got in my car and confirmed my hair looked awful. I ended up late to my event because I basically had to run over my entire head with a hot tool to get the look of a blowout. This should have been offered as a quick fix when it became clear that the stylist was not able to do a blowout. She was not doing any steps of a proper blowout, so my hair came out frizzy, unsmooth, and undone. Leslie is a very kind person, but sadly, this was the worst blowout I've ever had. I will not be back. I have some pictures to show the results; no one should EVER walk out of any salon or blowdry bar with their hair looking like this. At the slightly higher price point, it's extra disappointing. read more

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I made a reservation at this location through my ClassPass. It was just an eyebrow wax and a shapping. I arrived at my appointment at 7:55 and waited until about 8:10 AM. No one ever showed up. My actual appointment was at 8 AM. Another customer who was also there for a blowout, with an 8:05 appointment, left as well. read more

No, no, no... Went to Blown for over an hour of agonizing clumsily pinning sections, re-pinning, actual burning of my scalp several times and hairs being pulled out every time the brush was removed from a lock of hair. I was in town for a business event and thought an easy blow dry would be a treat, but by the much-yearned-for completion of the service, I was frazzled. For real. The dismal, deteriorating black/white decor and just-out-of-bed presentation of the ?manager who greeted me should have been a clue, so it is probably my fault for staying. But two stars for availability of an appointment at the last minute. read more

Blown El Paseo Blowdry Bar and Makeup Bar - Their decor pretty much sums up my feelings about this place. - Blow Dry/Out Services Near Me - Palm Desert, California

BEST BLOW outs and styles !!! I wont go anywhere else ! I have had my hair blown out and styled by two girls ! Legit amazing ! Great prices amazing job!!! GO! read more

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I'm in town for an event and am pretty helpless when I need my hair to look a little extra special. The hotel staying at recommend Blown and I made an appointment a few weeks ahead of time. They offer a lot of services, but I just needed a blow out. The place is nice and clean and comfortable with good music playing. Anysiya was my stylist and she was great! She's super friendly and listened to what I wanted. She did exactly what I wanted - but better! I did receive compliments at the gala and the credit goes to her! I recommend both Blown and Anysiya! read more

Amanda is the best lash stylist in the valley. I had tried 3 other people before being recommended to her. I'll never have to search again. Amanda takes the time she needs, the lashes stay on and she is overall a wonderful person. I highly recommend her to anyone needed bew lashes or fills. read more

I haven't cut my hair in about 6 months, so my hair was extremely long. I thought I'd do something different and made my appointment here. My first time coloring my hair and I couldn't have asked for a better place! Carla did an amazing job cutting and coloring my hair! Definitely will be coming back! Thank you so much! read more

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Huge thanks to Carla who did my hair and Jessica for the brow/lip wax on a recent Saturday morning... I find that I don't often make time for things like blow-outs or waxing when I'm home in my normal routine, so when I am out of town, especially when I am traveling solo or without kids, it is such a treat to take the time for these things. That being said, I was so happy to find Blown via Yelp on a recent visit to the area and thrilled when I saw they had availability to accommodate my crazy schedule and squeeze me in on a Saturday morning. I found the entire staff at this place to be warm, genuine and accommodating. Prices were reasonable, location was convenient, and most importantly, they did a great job! If given the opportunity to return for a visit in the future, I'll be there in a heartbeat! Thanks again! read more

This was my first haircut in the desert . . . Sometimes we can spend years finding our perfect Ying Yang hairstylist extraordinaire. . . Today I found ALYSIYA PEREZ !!! ALYSIYA was just amazing start to finish !!! My cut & style looked just phenomenal phenomenal & phenomenal !!! Thank you Alysiya for being in the salon today !!! We are going to spend many many years together !! Selene B read more

I have curly hair. Yessnia is the best for curly hair! She blows droedy hair in 40 minutes too the first time I went and my hair had body.

Had a great experience here getting a dry-style/updo for my wedding! I brought a few inspiration pics to show the stylist and she nailed it. My hairstyle lasted all day & night, even through dancing and those pesky desert wind gusts. They also did a great job on my sister's hair (half up/half down) and friend who got a traditional blowout. read more

The best place for a blowout! Everyone there is top notch... whatever style you're looking for the stylists make it happen! And the owner is terrific! read more

Visiting from out of town & just wanted to look great for the weekend. My appointment with Carla was awesome! She was so meticulous that I worried for a sec that it would take too long.... but nope! She was sweet to talk with, My hair turned out so smooth & pretty, and I was out within 50minutes. She also made sure it was exactly as I wanted. Nice service, nice price. I'll be back! read more

Don't ever go there... owner does have cero respect for customers . I paid cash .. did not get receipt ... girl took money to the back of salon and brought me change and no receipt . I purchased a mousse she said tried as many times as you want and if you don't like it will refund you the money .She never explained city off time to return ... owner did not care and refused to refund my money . She was rude and couldn't care less . I have told all my friends not to step a foot there and some of them agreed by having bad experience there ... wish I would have known before I making my appt there ... also I got a horrible haircut ... I requested blended , connected layers for volume . Instead I walked out with totally disconnected layers and no volume instead all thinned out!! Stay away from this salon ! read more

The staff was super friendly and helped me move my appointment to a time that worked with my schedule. Esmerelda did a fantastic job of styling my thick, curly hair exactly how I described (smooth with volume and a few loose curls). read more

Love my blow dry! Also pink hair extensions for October breast cancer month to honor those women! read more

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Loved this place. Had a lot of trouble getting in somewhere for the film festival gala and this place was great!!! Cory was so friendly and gave me exactly what I asked for. We laughed the whole time and he knew exactly what to do with my hair. Mine doesn't hold curls very well and he rally too his time making sure the curls would stay and the updo would be exactly what I wanted. I will come back here for sure!!!! read more

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Ok, let me tell you something. I have been to so many hair salons and tried so many hairstylists but Cory though.. man.. is he the best yet!!?! I dont know and i probably will never know cause im not gonna go to anyone else. I have put my hair through hell, i get different hair colors often but his blow dry work is amazing that my hair looks so shiny EVERYTIME. Besides his work, he will probably be your next best friend cause of his bubbly personality I LOVE CORY read more

Blown El Paseo Blowdry Bar and Makeup Bar - Blow Dry/Out Services Near Me - Palm Desert, California

They don't answer the phone. The pricing structure is illogical and makes no sense. and outrageous to boot! My hair went in dry and came out dry. The products aren't moisturizing. It's so expensive for something I can do at home. I'm super dissatisfied. I will never ever read more

Love this place. The blow dry bar is modern. The staff use Dyson blow dryers. The shampoo felt amazing. Love my blowout! read more

Blown El Paseo Blowdry Bar and Makeup Bar - Blow Dry/Out Services Near Me - Palm Desert, California

I highly recommend Peeter! He did an amazing job on my blowout. My style lasted for four days. I will definitely be requesting him again.

Got a wash, conditioning treatment, blow dry and style by Cory today. He was very sweet and we had funny conversation throughout my service. The shampoo smelled really good and was very relaxing, I don't know if it's the difference of having a man's hands or his technique but I was falling asleep. He was quick and skilled with the dryer and straightener while creating my messy waves. I'm only here for a few days or I'd come here all the time. read more

I was lucky to find this place for a last minute Blow Dry. Everything was easy from my initial phone call, to get there and park. They were fast and efficient and I loved the results. The owner is very nice and obvioulsy care about her salon. Very professional and welcoming. read more

I was traveling over the holiday and wanted a blow out for Memorial Day. Hot an appointment with Anysiya at 9:00 am on the holiday and she did an amazing job! My blow out lasted three days. Thank you!! read more

I loooove this salon! Alma, one of the salon owners, has been doing my color and I've had so many compliments on it lately! She listens and works very hard to please her clients. I've been going to Yesenia for my blow dry regularly, she is outstanding! I highly recommend this salon :) read more

Very nice place and friendly people. Esmeralda did an amazing job with my blow out. The place is very modern looking and really cute right on el paseo read more

This review is for Cory, who was a lifesaver on my recent trip to the desert from LA. First of all, I have been getting my hair blown out weekly before there was even such a thing as Blowdry bar, because I have really thick hair that is hard for me to Blowdry on my own. So I have major anxiety ever going to someone new and explaining how I know my hair needs to be blown out - it's usually ended up in a very frustrating experience. Secondly, I had just recently cut my waist length hair to my shoulders, and was struggling with this drastic change. Thank goodness for Cory (and you awesome folks for leading me in the right direction), as on top of all that I had to fly out to San Francisco the next morning after returning from the desert for work. Not only did he totally listen, but I showed him a photo of a style I liked with my new shorter hair and he nailed it. And he is FAST (I know it's pampering for some but I can't handle being in the chair for so long)!!! I was still able to have brunch with my husband and daughters (he even recommended where to go). Cherry on top - I mentioned I was looking for a great Colorist in San Francisco, and he put me in touch right away with an awesome stylist named Terry. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a super sweet stylist who is a Blowdry ninja! read more

Stay away. No, run . The worst. Went in for light blonde color, showed a photo to color match, and walked out with a dull brown. The owner was honest in telling me Ysenia applied the wrong color to my hair, and proceeded to guide Ysenia on how to fix it. Three hours later in the chair, the owner could see Ysenia failed to properly correct the color, and offered to fix it herself. We scheduled the "repair" appointment to take place in two days. Sixteen hours later, a gal left a message stating the owner was now going out of town and could not fix the botched color. There are so many salons in the area from which to choose; I am new to the area, but will figure out rather quickly a reputable place to go. read more

Came into town for a birthday party and found this gem of a salon and blow dry bar. The ladies were so sweet and accommodating, especially my stylist Esmeralda! read more

This was the perfect place to come before a photo shoot we brought in one of our models to get her hair done and she really enjoyed the experience. It's at a great location near good eatery's and makes for spa a good day. Ask for Alejandra she recommends the best shampoo and leaves your hair looking fab! Can't wait to come back again. read more

Cory Hunter is the best I have ever Experienced for my very frizzy , Very curly hair. I have been from Beverly Hills to New York , and up and down El Paseo,and had my hair styled and blown dry. No one can get as smoothly and straight as Cory. Amazingly, it lasts between shampoos! read more

I needed a blow-out styling on short notice and was basically given an appointment within he hour. I saw Alejandra and she was so very in tune with my hair problem (super thin no-volume hair) that I didn't have to give her my usual speech, that I normally have to, when seeing a new stylist. She immediately suggested using volume powder, and was happily working with my dry shampoo that I brought with me (other stylists at other locations were not so open to this in the past.) My "curled blow-out" ended up being very beautiful. Also, very friendly non-pretentious warm atmosphere at the salon, clearly people like working here. read more

I had the most wonderful blow out I've ever had at Blown El Paseo. Corey was just amazing!! He was cheerful and when I told him the party I was going to wasn't for 5 hours he made sure it looked just as great as when I left the salon. It even looked wonderful the next day! They were also very accommodating when I needed a blow out at 10 am on Sunday morning. I highly recommend Blown El Paseo!! read more

Jessica did a great job on my blow out! The staff was all very friendly and the place was really nice, and the location is great! The staff also knew Spanish and many were bilingual, which was very nice because I am a Spanish speaker as well. I will definitely come back here if I'm ever in town! read more

I've been going to Cory for years -- he does an amazing job and is so friendly. He has done my blowouts and color - I always leave happy. A few times when he was out of town I had other people do my blowout, and every one of them has been good. Shop is clean and modern. I highly recommend it. read more

My hair was a mess when I went in and I needed it done for a wedding. Peeter did an amazing job blow drying and curling my hair which is not easy because I have very thick, frizzy hair. This experience was relaxing! They serve champagne and coffee and everyone is extremely friendly. I would definitely go back! Thanks Peeter! read more

Blown is the best full service salon in Palm Desert! Peeter is an excellent stylist! I have my long hair blown dry weekly and Peeter at Blown is the first and best stylist I always request!! read more

I have been going to Alma for years.. She is the finest hairdresser in the valley!! I am so excited the she has opened BLOWN!! So convenient .. great stylists!! My new guilty pleasure for my hair upkeep!! read more

Girls are amazing here. Such a warm environment and they are super talented. Would definitely come back. Ask for Carla or Jessica

When I need a quick blow out I always go to Blown! They are convenient and always have appointments available. The price for a blow out is very reasonable. I love this place. The also have a full salon inside if you need other services read more