C'est La Vie is a hair salon that I would rate as above average. The salon is clean, orderly, and they follow all the safety standards of Covid-19. The stylists are professional and very diligent about sterilization and sanitizing their work station with the utmost care. I was very impressed!! I do have a certain stylist I have gone to for years and she is FABULOUS!! Her name is Lisa Landers and I can't say enough wonderful things about her!! She is very knowledgeable about every aspect of cosmetology and is very skilled at what she does. Thank you C'est La Vie for your wonderful service and competent staff of stylists. read more

Great place!! Especially if you are extremely particular like I am!!!! It's hard to find a place that actually listens to you! Well I found it. I truly thank c'est LaVie read more

So glad I found this salon. Nice vibe, relaxed atmosphere. Tawnya is my stylist, she's wonderful! She listens, and she gets me. I'm picky read more

Sarah is extremely sweet and did a terrific job on my nails with the OPI gel polish! They lasted for weeks (which was important since I was getting married and needed them to look tip-top!). Would love to try her adorable glitter toes that my friend Kari is always sporting. So cute (and I wouldn't necessarily think of myself as a "glitter toe" kind of gal if you get my drift). Very convenient if you are in east county. Small but stylish space. Sarah is also extremely well priced. All around win! read more

My third trim with Kelly McManus and as usual VERY HAPPY!! She listens and has dealt with all of my hair issues with a smile. Affordable too! I am so lucky to have found her!!! http://santee.patch.com/listings/cest-la-vie-hair-salon-and-day-spad trim with read more

Convenient location! First time here and Jennifer made me feel very comfortable. Wanted a good haircut and got one ! read more

C'est La Vie - Hair by Jennifer - Hair Salons Near Me - Santee, California

** Kelly McManus** she is AMAZING! Let me start by saying since I moved to SD 4 years ago I've been searching for a hairstylist and I have found her!!! I got her number from a friend after another stylist never got back to me. I knew it was a long shot but I wanted to get my hair done before I left for my b day which was the next day!!! I asked Kelly and she said she would make it happen! Only a day notice without ever meeting me! I got there at 7 pm later then she ever stays. She listened to exactly what I wanted and my hair looked better than I could have imagined. She made my birthday weekend!!! read more

Sarah the nail specialist, is nothing less than AMAZING. She is creative, sweet, HONEST, hard working, and has always made sure your satisfied before you leave her. She does everything from hand painted nail art (always spectacular), gel polish, colored acrylic(any color you could imagine, if she didn't have it, she would make it quickly for you), the glitter toes are always adorable, not to mention her quiet time pedicures, you can't get any better than Sarah. I have been with Sarah 10+ years, every 2 weeks like clock work, now if you haven't tried her, you should give her a chance, you will never ever go back to the chinkies !!! =) read more

I wanted to add that Sarah still rocks with the glitter toes, but now she is also using the gel polish for natural nails. It last almost two weeks and it doesn't damage your nails. I used it when I had to go out of town for a wedding and it was perfect! read more

Sorry to be the first to write a " non 5 stars review". I had an important event for my work, and wanted to have an up-do. I didn't bring a picture with me but i had an idea on what i wanted and i brought a small pic on my phone. Basically , I just wanted a side up-do. It took her like 20 minutes, she put some bobby pins behind my head and then curl the rest of my hair. I wasn't a fan of how the hair were on the front but i kinda warmed up to it after i played with it later on at home. I paid $40 and be warned she doesn't take credit card, even if on the store window, there is a mastercard/visa logo. Well, two hours later, my hair up do was already falling apart!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All the bobby pins were on the floor, I was very disappointed . read more

Figure I'd take the time while I'm in the dryer to write this review :) My experience so far has been amazing. I found this place & the stylist Kelly P. on yelp. I saw great reviews about her & I thought I'd make my appointment & do something different then what I've had for the last 8years. I finally got bangs & they came out exactly how I envisioned it. LOVE them. I will definitely be a recurring client with Kelly. She totally listens to what you want & makes you feel totally confident in your decision. The vibe is great, everyone has been so friendly. I'll definitely make sure to recommend this place to my friends & family. Thanks Kelly! read more

I love this place! Just got my nails and hair did yesterday and both turned out great. If you weren't looking for this place, you'd never even know it exsisted; it's local is kinda near industrial businesses. I really didn't know what to expect walking in, so I was pleasantly surprised by the beautiful decor in the salon. It's very well put together and a ton better than the old salon alot of these girls used to work at(I won't name names, let's just say it ryhmes with schmair it is). Hands down best salon in east county!! read more

I went to this place after reading reviews and must say that Jenne did a great job on my color. I'm not use to the salon thing and went there to check it out before making my appointment. Jenne took the time to consider my skin tone and eye color to find a new hair color that would look amazing and she did a wonderful job!! The place is very nice and out of the way. Everyone seems very friendly and while I was there I saw all ages from starting kindergarten to the elderly and both men and women! Highly recommend this and I'll finally have someone I go back to each time I need something done. read more

I've been going to Jennifer for 8 years and I've never been disappointed! She leaves me feeling refreshed and I never have to tell her what do with my hair because she just knows! I will never leave Jennifer (I followed her to C'est La Vie) and will go where she goes! :-) read more

New to California, finding a new stylist that "gets" what I want has been rough. I'm so happy to have found Jenniffer!! She listens, is great to talk to & most important, she's really good! Love the way my hair looks again! happy, happy, happy! read more

I found Sarah through Yelp, the reviews were awesome!!! I had my first appointment for a full pink & white set plus a pedicure. Sarah does exceptional work!!! Please be a serious customer. Sarah's time is very valuable. She works hard and will fit you into her schedule. read more

I love this Salon!! I have gone to Kelly P for over 10 years without ever leaving disappointed, she has done mine and my sister's wedding along with other special events. The salon is very cute, clean and friendly! (Not to mention the coffee, pastries and candy that is available :)) I have also been getting my nails and toes done by Sarah for over five years and would never dream of going to anyone else! I highly recommend going to this salon! read more

LAYNE IS THE BEST!!!!!!! If you need a great hairstylist, Lanye is your girl. Not only does she do an excellent job with your hair but she is super easy to talk to. A great environment too. read more

Steven was great! He entertained our party for hours literally hours while we ate, drank and watched the game. The food was okay-ordered the spinach dip note to everyone- it has mushrooms. Which isn't listed on the HH menu. But I love mushrooms, my boyfriend however, does not. Also- the deserts are amazing. read more

I decided to give this place a shot and was disappointed with the first impression the salon left me. The stylist I made my appointment with was late with no reason or apology. Once in the chair I felt like I was being assembly lined out. read more

I have been going to Jamie so several years. Getting your hair done by someone new can be scary but I promise you will love what Jamie does for you! I think it is important that you like the style of the person who gives you "style". Jamie is so cool and always looks so cute! I have always been happy with how she does my hair and will go to her forever if I can!! She also did hair for my wedding and everyone looked amazing! read more

I came here a few times, always a walk-in, everyone here is super friendly and they always give me exactly what I want. I'm usually super picky about my bangs too so I'm happy I found this place. I will definitely recommend this place to all my friends. read more

I love this place! My hairstylist is amazing! She colors and cuts my hair. It always looks perfect! She listens to my requests and makes my hair look better then I ever imagined. I searched for a long time to find the right hair dresser. She is the best. Parking is easy and the prices are reasonable. read more

This salon is amazing! You walk in and are welcomed by beautiful ladies. They offer lovely coffee and yummy snack of your choice. It is always clean and up to par. Kelly Patterson does my hair and does a wonderful job! it always looks BEAUTIFUL. The prices aren't to high but not to low just perfect they also sell the products they use on your hair so if you want to give yourself the same treatment at home that you get in the salon your can! Just ask for Kelly Patterson and you will leave happy. I promise! read more

After my old stylist left the area, I tried many salons and many stylists, many disappointments. Then I found C'est la Vie. I've been going to Kelly Patterson for several years now; she LISTENS (yes a stylist who actually does) and I am never disappointed. Highly recommended. read more

My hair came out beautiful as always!!! Thank you Kelly P, your wonderful!!!

Jeniffer is the best stylist she's been doing my hair for over 10 years she also does my wife's can't go wrong if you ask Jen!!!!!

Ive been using Kelly P for over 25 years. Simple as my hair style is...I wouldn't trust anyone else.

Big Gossip salon about customer. I will never go back again. Not a relaxing salon and decor is dated. Needs a facelift!!!

So, I am in the market for a new hair salon/stylist. After doing some research, and reading all the positive reviews, I called C'est La Vie and left a message... two weeks ago. I have since called on multiple occasions. No one has ever answered the telephone. No one ever returned my call. They say the hardest part of running a business is attracting new customers. Well, they just lost one they wouldn't have had to spend a dime on to attract. read more

Kelly P is the greatest hair stylist in the world. Simply put you will never have a bad hair cut again with her. She is incredibly talented and an amazing person. read more

I only come to C'est La Vie to get my nails done with Sarah. I've lost track of how long I've been going to here, but it's about 3 years I think. Her pedicures are awesome! She uses hot stones on your legs and it is very relaxing. She also has her own little room so it's not like other places where you are lined up in a row with a ton of other people. She has gel nail polish and the glitter toes are fabulous! I always get compliments when I have them. :) read more

I moved to San Diego a couple years ago and have been bouncing around to mall hair salons for cuts for a while. When I decided to start coloring my hair, I knew I needed to find a real salon. Thanks to all these great reviews on yelp, I found C'est La Vie! Kelly M. is just great! She does a fantastic job on my hair and helps recommend a style (just what I need since I have no clue what I want). She's very nice and easy to talk to, but is also totally understanding when i just zone out. Perfect, 5 stars! read more

Bobbi is amazing! She is by far the best stylist I have ever been to. We have become great friends and I can text her about anything and for new products. She is always honest when I want to try something and I always leave feeling beautiful. This place is so much fun. The other stylists talk to you and you don't feel like you're just sitting there. It's pretty awesome to know that when I need my hair done I have a talented and reliable girlfriend to call! I highly recommend C'est La Vie and when you go ask for Bobbi! You will be so happy you did. She's a angel from the hair gods! read more

Yikes. Owner made a mistake and when I wanted the mistake take care of, there was the most amazing torrent of profanity. This place is not suitable for children. read more