Came in for a booking with a friend on a Wednesday afternoon after being recommended to this salon…read moreby two other friends. The salon was clean and professional with some ambient jazz in the background. My appointment with Hibiki started with a gentle hair wash before I was brought a small cup of tea and some konpeito to snack on as I showed him the album of reference photos on my phone. We were able to make some pleasant small talk even with the English-Japanese language barrier, and Hibiki was very attentive to making sure my hair was cut and styled in a flattering way that added volume! (I had let him know I struggled with my hair sitting flat) I would definitely come back!! For anyone looking to book here that doesn't speak Japanese, I would advise you make sure you have clear reference photos of the type of cut you want--preferably from multiple angles. Don't be afraid to ask questions, bust out Google Translate, and make gestures for what length you want your hair at!

Viange Hair is a wonderful salon, and master stylist Kaori is truly exceptional…read more Kaori is incredibly skillful and consistently delivers a very stylish, well-balanced haircut. She has a great eye for shape and detail, and every time I leave the salon the cut looks sharp, modern, and easy to maintain. She also takes the time to understand what you're looking for and offers thoughtful suggestions that really work with your hair and style. It's clear she has a lot of experience and takes pride in her craft. If you're looking for a stylist who can give you a clean, stylish cut with great attention to detail, I highly recommend Kaori at Viange Hair.

After living in the Tri-Valley for years, I was always searching for a Korean salon that could give…read moreme a true ashy brown... without the reddish tones I kept getting at more typical salons around here. I finally found one that came closest to what I get done in Korea! My hair is naturally very curly, which I know isn't common for Korean hair and can be harder to work with, but she did a great job. She evened out my previously multi-colored hair into one cohesive color and trimmed my bangs and layers how I like them. More than anything, the salon just feels like home. It's a small mom-and-pop shop, and I already know I'll be coming back regularly. They even have a Korean nail artist there, which is such a big deal for me... I've missed getting my nails done but haven't found anyone meticulous enough yet - so I'll be back soon. I'm so excited to have found a little beauty spot I can call my own!

I visited this salon a few months ago for a hair spa, and it was a really great experience. The…read morehead massage was a bit too strong for me, but overall the process was very good including the face mask and hand massage, and the other hairstylist styled my hair exactly the way I wanted. However, this week I went back for a haircut and had a different experience. Before booking, I specifically asked if the service included a wash and blow-dry styling since the price was lower compared to other professional salons, and she confirmed that it did. Because of that, I skipped washing my hair at home. My scalp tends to get oily quickly, even after two days of washing. At the appointment, she only shampooed the ends of my hair and skipped the roots and scalp. After the cut, she styled just the bangs and lightly blow-dried the rest. She did ask how I wanted my hair and I showed her pictures, saying I preferred it straight, but it was left unfinished. It felt like she was in a hurry. In other salons, they usually spend good time washing and conditioning properly, but here it was done in just a minute. The appointment was scheduled for an hour but was finished in about 20 minutes. The haircut itself was good -- she gave me exactly the type of cut I asked for. However, I was disappointed with the wash and styling part. After leaving the salon, my scalp still felt oily and the roots sticky. In a way, it's good she didn't fully style it as I wanted, because I ended up washing my hair again at home and styling it myself. Overall, great haircut, but the wash and styling experience did not meet expectations this time.

This salon is beautiful, clean and relaxing and has such a positive vibe. My stylist took the time…read moreto really listen to what I wanted and absolutely exceeded my expectations. She is incredibly talented, professional and detail oriented. You can truly tell how dedicated and passionate she is about her work. I left feeling so confident and refreshed. She thrives on making her clients look and feel amazing. If you are looking for someone who is skilled, personable and consistently delivers incredible results this is the place for you. I am so happy with her I can't imagine going anywhere else. Thank you Michele for all you do.

Michele and her staff are amazing! I've been coming here for over 10 years. Brazilian blow out,…read morehighlights, cuts...always leave happy!

I've been going to Hailey for my haircuts for 3.5+ years now, with over 60+ appointments now. She…read morewas at other hair places before, and more recently, here. She is consistent, detail oriented, keeps her tools clean and sanitized between each customer, and very friendly/professional. I'm a picky client, and she nails it every time. Highly recommend giving her a visit!

J&J Barbershop is amazing! Very pretty shop, clean and well organized. I love it! Professional…read moreand friendly.

Tiffany and her team did such an incredible job on hair and makeup for my wedding, I would…read moredefinitely recommend her to anyone! To start off, she spent so much time with me for the trial (more than planned), making sure we had a chance to try a couple different things without any rush, which was so helpful. On my actual wedding day I loved everything she did, and my new husband said I looked like a movie star! I liked the trial looks when we did them, and Tiffany genuinely listened and understood what I wanted to tweak. When the big day came and we had the details set from the beginning, everything came out looking even better. She specializes in a natural-but-enhanced look and really nailed it - I didn't feel or look like I was caked in makeup, I just looked like the absolute best version of myself! Trying to find pictures to include here I struggled to find ones that seemed like they were showing off the makeup - but that's kind of the point. The makeup wasn't super showy (exactly as I wanted), it just made me look really great in every picture! And this is from someone who often doesn't like pictures of myself. The other artists she brought for our officiant and moms (both in the pictures I'm including) also did a great job. They handled mature skin, thick/unruly hair, and curls beautifully. I've never seen my mom's shoulder length curly hair look so good! They were also great company all morning, which is so important.

My experience with this makeup artist was extremely disappointing. Throughout the trial session,…read moreshe kept checking her watch, which made me feel rushed. The final result was nothing like what I expected, and I was extremely unsatisfied. When I politely expressed that I didn't like the makeup look, she got visibly frustrated, placing her arm on her waist in an unprofessional manner. Any requests for adjustments were met with reluctance and annoyance. After deciding that I didn't want her to do my makeup but would still proceed with her services for my other family members, she canceled the contract herself. While she's technically not obligated to return the retainer fee, she told me she would -- but never did. That lack of follow-through was very disappointing and unprofessional. Also, be aware that her contract does not allow cancellations due to dissatisfaction within 60 days of your event, so if you're considering a trial, make sure to do it well in advance. I would not recommend her based on this experience.

This review is long overdue. Mary Beth is a hair magician. She has been my hair stylist for more…read morethan 10 years now and I follow her wherever she goes. I have tried several styles with her, sometimes very wild and sometimes little tame . Every time, I get so many compliments. My friends ask me who my stylist is and they go to her too now. Bonus, she is so personable and I look forward to my visit. Mostly she has worked at Hunter Joseph which has good vibe, is clean and comfortable. I really enjoy my time there.

I've been going here for about 2-3 years now and always get my cuts and styles done with Allie!…read more She's always the sweetest and makes every appointment the best one yet. Came in yesterday for some shaping on my short hair (which I also chopped off with her back in September) and it turned out exactly how I wanted. She always gives great advice and listens to what I like as well so we get the best outcome. Totally my go to girl !

I almost never write negative reviews, but what happened to my mom at Ming Wong Hair Salon was so…read morebad it has to be said. My mom has always had beautiful hair, and she takes pride in keeping it that way. She walked in with healthy, full hair and walked out looking like someone hacked away at it with no skill or care. The sides were uneven, the so-called layers were a mess, and it looked like a complete botched job. When my mom confronted Ming Wong about it, instead of apologizing, she had the nerve to suggest my mom buy a wig or hair extensions from her salon. She did offer a refund, but this is not about the money. This is about the months, maybe years, it will take for my mom's hair to grow back. She left the salon in tears, and no one should ever have to feel that way after a haircut. Save yourself the pain and go anywhere else.

I rarely write bad reviews, I prefer to keep things positive with the people I work with. However,…read moreMing's behavior is not professional and the last haircut I received from her was a disaster. I had seen her twice before and had reasonable cuts and thought I had found a good stylist. However, the last visit was a nightmare. She ranted on and on about her previous customer who had erupted in a rage because of her haircut. I felt bad for Ming and tried to soothe her. So, what should have been a relaxing day at the salon for me was instead a jarring experience and my cut suffered...big time. When I made the appointment, I had asked for a consultation because I wanted to change my style from a bob to a layered look and I came with photos of what I wanted. She didn't seem too happy about it and, later, I thought she might not have the skill to cut a layered style. She then rushed to finish my cut because her next customer was there. I looked reasonable walking out of the salon but later realized that she barely touched the back, the layers were thinned, not layered and the right side was at least an inch longer than the left. In fact, this was the worst haircut I've ever had. Anyway, time to find a stylist that isn't going to ruin my day and my haircut!

Anthony is the most talented hairstylist I've had! As a brown girl with curly hair, I honestly…read morecouldn't trust that anyone else to cut my hair the way I like it, and color my hair to match my skin tone. He takes his time, and will be honest with you if what you want will take more than one session. He always sets the right expectations, and delivers beyond that! In regards to Covid-19: Anthony takes the utmost Covid-19 precautions and I felt very safe getting my hair done with him. I have been social distancing and staying at home, and it brought me peace knowing that there is only one person in his salon in addition to himself. In addition to that, Anthony sanitizes all his equipment very well and masks are worn at all times.

I have been visiting Anthony for some time now, and from my first visit, I knew I finally found my…read moreperson! Usually get a curly cut, and it ALWAYS gives my curls new life. They always come out looking amazing. I've recently started living my hair fantasies with mermaid colors, and Anthony kills it every time! Anthony is super energetic and so welcoming. It is always a good time being in the seat. 10/10 HIGHLY recommend if you are looking for a new stylist

I came by for a long cut ($45) and a balayage.l ($160+) with Roxanne…read more I initially tried to call to book an appointment, but since there was no answer. It would probably be best for you have to book online, unless you leave a voice message and wait for a return call. I arrived a bit early (1:45 pm). The hair stylist, Roxanne arrived at 1:50 pm. As a side note, this is a facility located inside"Sola Salon Studios" and it was easy to find once you walk inside. (It's the first studio on the left of the main entrance). Price: I was quoted right away. My quote was for $310-$370 depending on how much product would be used. My total ended up being $360. Service: Roxanne was great. She was friendly and a pleasure to be around. Finished look- I loved it! I haven't had a cut and color since before covid so it was fine for a new look! Roxanne and I decide to go for a subtle balayage as well as take off inches (a whole bunch) off for a fresh, healthy, look. I left with my hair feeling so soft and healthier than it's been in years! I'll definitely be back for some extensions and services in the near future. Thank you!

Lyla is the best! My balayage and haircut is always on point when I go to her and she's such a…read morelovely person to chat with. I am going to miss her when I move back east! If you are looking for someone who knows what they are doing and is a pro with the toner (warm blonde all day baby!!) she's your gal!!

I found Avista via a friend in San Ramon a few years ago, and I couldn't be more grateful. I've…read morehired her for my baby shower and other events. I usually show her an inspo look that I'm going for from Pinterest or Instagram, and every TIME she has surpassed my expectations! My makeup looks flawless all night. Photographs beautifully and it's never cakey in person, which is a big dealbreaker for me if it does. Couldn't be more happy with her!

I found Avista through Yelp and I was so happy to get a quick response from her. She was available…read moreto do my hair and makeup for an event. Since COVID I've been very cautious but Avista put me to ease as all of her tools were sanitized and she was very clean. I'm in my early 50's and I was worried about getting my makeup done and looking "too much" but she did such a beautiful job on me. My face looked glowy and young! Thank you Avista.