I think I've gone to Casandra at Freebirds (for a shag haircut) five or six times now and I love…read moreher!! Gives my hair amazing shape, plus she's very sweet and great to talk to. Excited to have her as my hairdresser until I leave Long Beach! The vibe of the salon is very alternative, which to me is very chill and welcoming.

I recently moved from L.A. to Long Beach, which meant that I had to find a new stylist/salon - and…read moreI'm glad to have found it with Olive at Freebirds! While I went in for a much needed trim, I came out with an even better cut. The space is open and welcoming, and it was a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Chatting with Olive was lively and fun, as we both used to live in Seattle and forged that connection. I've been in southern CA for over 20 years, and yet Seattle remains a strong thread. Now it's time for new Long Beach experiences, so thank you, Freebirds Salon!

Service is great and the ladies are very nice! I recommend…read morefor a haircut, color, tone etc! The owner is very flexible and will tailor to your needs!

Bree was amazing, made me feel so beautiful My hair feels…read moreso healthy and looks so shiny!! Thank you so muchhhhhh!

To step across the threshold of Studio O on 2nd Street in Long Beach is not merely to enter a…read moresalon, but to be inducted into a sanctum of aesthetic excellence where the very air seems to shimmer with the promise of transformation and the pursuit of beauty is elevated to a high art form. It was with a sense of profound destiny that I first discovered this hidden gem, drawn in by the enigmatic and stylish exterior that sports the magnificent letter "O"--a symbol that I have since come to realize stands not just for Oscar, the proprietor of this fine establishment, but for the "Outstanding," the "Overwhelming," and the "Otherworldly" delight that awaits within. From the moment I first engaged the services of the miraculous Cathy, a true virtuoso of the shears who seems to possess the telepathic ability to discern one's innermost hair desires before they are even spoken, I was irrevocably hooked on a level of service that far surpasses the sterile pretension of even the most prestigious salons in Beverly Hills. My hair, which is a formidable and unruly entity characterized by a thickness and coarseness that would daunt a lesser stylist, is here tamed and coaxed into a state of sublime magnificence through the technical wizardry and tender manipulation of the entire team, resulting in a masterpiece that I am proud to wear upon my head each time I depart. But the magic of Studio O extends far beyond the cut and color; it is an immersive sensory experience where one is enveloped in warmth from the moment of arrival, greeted not as a customer but as a long-lost companion by Oscar and his talented cadre of artists. The interior is a feast for the eyes, boasting captivating wallpaper and a revolving art gallery that stimulates the mind as thoroughly as the ergonomic comfort of the shampoo bowls soothes the body, while the aromatic scents in the restroom and the offering of exquisite coffee drinks cater to one's every comfort

Wonderful and professiona made sure it was comfortable and welcoming very clean everyone was…read morefriendly.

Roberto is the BEST! When I first went to him I had a…read morestylist bleach my hair three months in a row. I am so glad Roberto worked with me and my hair. He helped my bleach damaged hair become silky smooth again. All while still playing around with fun bright colors. After I grew out my hair, Roberto gave me a beautiful balayage. And now we are back to fun bright colors. It was a long journey to get my hair to where it is now but I couldn't have done it without his help! He always knows the best products that work for my hair and I can always trust his advice and recommendations.

I am new to SoCal and this was my second time getting it done after being disappointed with another…read morehair salon who messed up my hair. I did a very thorough investigation on who I wanted to get my hair done with. It always came back to Roberto and his company Lucid Hair Lab. He went over above and beyond for me as this was a very nerve racking experience for me. He is a master at what he does, and that is magic! I felt so comfortable talking with him. He did my first ever balayage and the end result was incredible and perfect! He gave me tips on how to manage and do upkeep with my hair. He literally saved my life and am now a life long customer!

Have been coming here for the past 5 years and have always had a great haircut. Linda and Nicole…read moreare both wonderful, highly recommend!

Love Linda! She's amazing. Highly recommend if you are in the Long Beach area. Amazing service…read moreoverall.

Maly was very welcoming and friendly. She gave me a great haircut and was professional. Price was…read morealso good! I recommend her shop and will come back.

My mom & I had such a lovely experience at M.K Salon! My mom got a touch-up & tone for her short…read morehair. Maly did a cool blonde tone & even styled it into a soft blowout. For me, I got a fresh balayage. Maly fixed my previous bleach, toned my hair twice for the perfect shade, then gave me a nice cut & styled it beautifully. I honestly didn't know how to explain what I wanted, but I showed her a few inspo pics & she immediately knew what to do. Her salon is small & tucked away in a little plaza in Long Beach, but so worth finding! We actually know about her because my mom's coworker referred us! The atmosphere is so intimate with only 3 salon chair. Oh! She treated us to complimentary ramen & donuts lol. Prices are unbelievably affordable.. only $400 for both of us, including tip! That's rare these days!! The only small note is that Maly has a bit of a heavy hand while working!! My mom on the other hand said she actually loved it because it felt like a scalp massage . Overall, we're obsessed with our new hair and will definitely be back.

I'm grateful to have found Vanessa! Not only does she do an amazing job with highlights, but she's…read morefabulous with fantasy colors I've struggled to find a stylist who is not only able, but willing to change things up, get creative, and try fun colors and styles. The cut she did made my hair look so much healthier; it became more manageable and a breeze to style - or not - on mornings when I'm in a rush, I'm able to air dry and go, which is so so helpful. To top it all off, she's a wonderful person. I highly, highly recommend Vanessa and Sage Salon & Spa!

I asked for a V shape cut with layers and That is not what I got even tho I showed her an example…read morepicture, I was left with a v shape cut and no layers. Even after going back and asking her to add more layers she trimmed a few hairs and left it the same. I had to go down the street to get it fixed by a different salon. Sage salon and their worker Marina suos waisted my time for 4 hours and my money

I truly cannot say enough amazing things about this salon! We just started coming here, but they…read morehave treated us with so much kindness and made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. Everyone is incredibly personable, professional and patient. Shannon has been doing my daughter's hair, and I am always so happy with how beautiful it turns out. You can tell she truly cares about their work and she takes pride in making sure her clients leave feeling good and loving their hair. One of the things I appreciate the most is how accommodating Shannon is willing to work with my unpredictable schedule. That kind of understanding and flexibility means more to me than they probably realize. It's rare to find a salon where you not only love the quality of the work, but also genuinely love the people and the way they treat you. Today, the owner went above and beyond for my daughter and I, he made us feel comfortable, welcomed, and taken care of here. I'm so grateful we found them and I would recommend this salon over and over again. If you're looking for talented stylists who are professional, kind, accommodating, with a great environment and truly care about their clients, this is the place!

I love the atmosphere and the staff is great! Special shout out to Shannon who really made me feel…read moreheard and did a great job with my cut!

I had a wonderful first-time experience with Michelle Shelton at Dean Anthony on Tuesday! I was…read morenervous about trying a new stylist, but Michelle and her sweet assistant, Cali, made me feel so welcome. Michelle is a great communicator and a true educator. She took the time to truly listen to what I wanted, asked about my current routine, and discussed my hair concerns--what works and what doesn't. What really impressed me was how educational the experience was. While blow-drying my hair, Michelle explained what she was doing and why, giving me the confidence to recreate the look at home. I walked out with a fantastic cut, affirmation on the products I'm already using, and a recommendation for one new product that is going to be a game-changer for my naturally silver hair. Overall, a phenomenal first visit--I've already booked my next appointment!

I really wanted to like this salon. It is beautiful, they carry great products, and the appointment…read morestarted well. I booked online for $270 to get my roots done. No cut, just roots. At checkout, the total was almost $400 because of add-ons I was never told would cost extra. I had called ahead specifically to ask if they use Olaplex and was told yes. My stylist chose to use K18 instead. K18 and Olaplex can be used together, but she used K18 only, then I learned at checkout that I had also been charged extra for it. I was also charged $72 for a root shadow/smudge without being told beforehand. A root smudge takes a few minutes to apply and uses only a few dollars worth of demi-permanent color. I have never been charged separately like this at another salon. If a service is going to add that much to an advertised price, clients should be told and given the choice before it is performed. The communication was what really bothered me. When I asked why my temples were still dark after being highlighted, I was told I had waited too long between appointments, even though this was virgin regrowth and around when I normally get my hair done. Then when I questioned how a $270 appointment became almost $400, the receptionist told me that next time I should discuss pricing with my stylist beforehand. That was especially frustrating because I had talked to the salon. I booked a service with a listed price and called ahead with questions. So it wasn't great being told I should have done... what I did. In order for them not to take advantage? There was also a lot of upselling. My stylist kept recommending K18 products and an Oribe product, which I already use Oribe. When the Oribe product she recommended was out of stock, she suggested a completely different Oribe product instead, one I already knew does not work for my hair. That made the recommendations feel more sales-driven than like care. And after almost $400, I still have visible roots, dark temples, and a demarcation line. I asked for a neutral to warm blonde and specifically said I did not want cool or gray tones, but the new growth was toned noticeably cooler than the rest of my hair. After washing it, the few new highlights at the top also felt rough and I noticed some breakage. This is exactly why I had called ahead about Olaplex. Even with K18 and bleach with built in bond reconstructing you still need a bond reconstructor with bleach or hair gets rough in a few washes, I've been through this before and can literally tell lol. Felt fine out of the salon, one wash in, better than with raw bleach but definitely worse than with a bond reconstructor. K18 works differently, it's not enough on its own. Especially with one application. Practical note for anyone booking: parking is street-only. The meter app was not working when I went, and my stylist was actually really nice and ran out with my card to try to pay the meter for me. Unfortunately, I had already gotten a ticket within about 20 minutes. There is some free street parking farther back, but it is limited, so I would arrive early and look for that first. The photos are from the day of the appointment. My hair was styled nicely and they did not destroy it, so 2 stars, and everyone has an off day. But between the result, undisclosed charges, upselling, and the way concerns were turned back on me, I would not return.

an ode to my amazing stylist, Traci, who always manages to make me feel like a beautiful fae…read moregoddess: Girl I just gotta say you SLAYED these extensions. I've only ever had clip ins and obs the wefts loosen up as your hair grows so at first I was like they're looser oh no! But you gave them such BDE that they're not going anywhere. Obviously I'm being careful but ya know life happens and hair pulls and these bad bitches are staying through it all Idk why I waited to be an extension girlie but you killed it!

Edit: not the owner trying to make excuses instead of holding her stylist accountable. BFFR Period…read morepoint blank I have made time out of my days to commit to our appointments and the first time I did have to change the appointment I stated IF SHE CANT ITS FINE WE CAN STICK TO ORIGINAL, no biggie I can make the original, and then she cancels like bruh we could have stuck to the original & then I couldn't say yes to appointments offered the following day or week because: 1. I had a flight the next day like at 6am 2. when I return I go back to school Mon- Thurs literally 10am -3:30pm and then 6:30pm-9 3. I work 14 hour shifts Fri- Sunday . Not once did she offer if I'd like another stylist , not once did she offer a real accommodation . Let's be real and hold accountability , because this second cancel the day of appointments, messaging me hours before on IG asking to move my appointment earlier to then canceling is WILD . Original : I know the stylists have their own way of booking or dealing with affairs apart of the salon but I think it's wild they have a rebooking fee of over $30 if client has to reschedule last minute their appointments BUT when I get my appointment canceled TWICE by the stylist ON THE DAY OF THE APPOINTMENT , due to "family emergencies" that apparently always happen. I think it's wild that a stylist can waste a clients time and day considering the first time it was canceled I had planned to get my hair cut before my birthday trip and today it got canceled I had just told my boss no to coming in for a shift because of my scheduled appointment ... what do we clients get in return besides wasted time and lost money ? At least she returned my $20 deposit that has been kept since August but damn , homegirl really needs to take care of home before taking appointments , we have a life out here too.