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    love my haircut by Ana. She is a very talented hairstylist.
    Michelle H.

    I've been following Ana Morrales even before she came to Desired Effects. She's a very talented hair stylists and she always takes her time to do my haircut and color. Ana gives good advice on hair styles and she's a great person to talk to. I live in Valencia, but I take the time to go and see Ana in Simi. Desired Effects is following all covid procedures and I feel very safe going there.

    Michelle did such a good job!
    Rocio O.

    Michelle is my girl! I've visited other high end salons in Studio City and Sherman Oaks and while my hair looked amazing walking out today the salons, the experience was not what I expected. My stylist were snobby and worked quick to get you out of the chair to move onto their next client. I wanted to try a new place closer to home and found Desired Effects on yelp chose them because of all of the great reviews, I called Tuesday afternoon to see if they had any openings for Wednesday and the receptionist told me that Michelle could see me I booked my appointment and started to try and find any pictures of her work on yelp but couldn't find anything. I showed up Wednesday hesitate due to not knowing seeing any of pictures or reviews for her, but I'm so glad she was my stylist. She did such an amazing job she asked questions and listened to what I wanted gave me input and explained everything she was doing. She took her time and didn't rush at all! Thank you Michelle you seriously blew me away!

    Purple freshened up and new style... I LOVE IT! As always, Tiffany did an AMAZING job!

    I cannot say enough great things about Tiffany! She's been doing my hair for years has always listened to what I want, honestly gives feedback and suggestions - like that time I wanted a perm! ;-D - I always leave feeling extremly happy with my hair, whether she's dyed it, trimmed it, or given me a whole new style. Tiffany is professional, personable, friendly, and fantastic at her craft!

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    Esther K.

    Ana is the BEST. I recently spent $50 on a haircut I was very unhappy with and was in a state of skepticism in potentially finding a random hair salon in the Simi Valley/Moorpark/Thousand Oaks area that would be 1) affordable, 'cause I ain't made of $$$, and 2) able to bring my hair vision to life. I initially scheduled a consultation with any available hair stylist at Desired Effects that day, just to test the waters, and luckily I met with Ana. She was absolutely patient and thorough, expressed her professional opinions and recommendations when needed, and after 20 minutes of talking to her, I decided to take the leap (and cut). She did a great job on my undercut, telling/showing me exactly what she intended to do through each step of the process, went over and beyond with massaging my neck and scalp while shampooing my hair, and even styled my new 'do without any additional charge. The consultation, cut, and styling costed $35. Unheard of. I already recommended Ana to my twin sister (coincidentally also named Anna), and will be sending everyone I know over to her. From what I could see, everyone at Desired Effects is friendly, professional, attentive, and supportive. Love the atmosphere, love the people, and I love my newfound confidence!

    Summer style gone to fall style. I love it.

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    This was my first time at the Colour Bar. I needed to get my (white/grey) roots done and a weave…read morewith blonde highlights to match the rest of my platinum blonde hair color. I came in on October 30, 2025 for my appointment with Olivia. The first thing I observed was a sign on the counter saying that there was tarot card readings in the back for $10. I turned and I almost walked out. I don't go anywhere where there are tarot card readings because being a Christian it is highly offensive. I don't care if you do that in your own space but it is not acceptable to have it in a hair salon setting. I was not the only customer that was offended by it. Second my hair color was a disaster. I walked out of the beauty salon in tears. I just wanted to leave after three hours of getting my hair done and it being turned completely gray with a lilac tint. The girl that did my hair was very nice but not qualified to do what I asked. I even showed her a picture of what I wanted. I got the exact opposite and my hair was ruined. It was not even an ash blonde it was an ugly brown grey. When I told the girl that it was grey with lilac tint she said it should wash out but that she would fix it if I don't like it. I was not willing to see if she could fix it. I paid and left. I spent over $200 and I could have done a better job myself at home. I would not recommend the salon to anyone in fact, just the opposite. I had to spend more money to have my hair fixed. Thankfully I found someone at another salon that was willing to fix it right away. It was an awful experience.

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    I had a very disappointing and humiliating experience at this salon…read more I was quoted a fixed price for permanent straightening. After I paid the agreed amount, the stylist became upset because I didn't include the tip, I told her that I was out of cash would pay her later but she kept yelling at me and started cussing me and asked me to leave . This happened in front of my children, which was extremely embarrassing and unprofessional. These people don't understand that tips are earned with kindness and good service not by demanding, and I really didn't have cash so couldn't pay but promised her to come back again, but she was super mean, think before you go to this disgusting place! Might happen with you too! These people are psychos!! No humanity! Little bit about their salon! The salon appeared very unclean. Hair was left all over the floor, and the overall space did not feel maintained. I did not see tools like combs or scissors being cleaned between clients. At one point, the same scissors appeared to be used after a customer had a cut, without being sanitized. Staff did not appear to wash their hands between clients. The broom used for cleaning looked very dirty. The restroom did not have soap available and did not appear hygienic. The salon also had an unpleasant smell. Overall, the lack of professionalism, poor hygiene practices, and the way I was treated make this a place I would not recommend.

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    I feel like I could write endlessly about how much I love this salon. Sarah, the owner, has been…read moredoing my hair for many years. As a hairstylist myself, I can confidently say she is extremely talented at what she does. No one else has ever given me flawless color the way she has. Watching her create this beautiful salon has been such a joy. If you're lucky enough to get on her books, you are truly blessed! Kendyll has also worked on my hair, and I'd highly recommend her as well. All of the stylists here do beautiful work. I don't have personal experience with the barbers, but after coming here for years, I've seen amazing work from them too. My son gets his hair cut here as well. it's truly the perfect salon for the entire family. All around, this place is top-notch. The talent, the immaculate vibes. it's one of my favorite places to be. I'd rather be at Black Sheep Salon than any Beverly Hills salon out there, any day of the week.

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    A Reminder That Good People Still Lead Good Businesses…read more I've been a client of this salon for over three years, and my experiences have always been consistently positive. Two weeks ago, I had an appointment with a newer stylist who simply wasn't the right fit for me -- the first less‑than‑ideal visit I've had here. But this review isn't about that moment. It's about how the owner, Shana, responded. After taking some time to reflect, I reached out to Shana directly. Her response was immediate, thoughtful, and genuinely attentive. She listened without defensiveness, made space for my concerns, and made me feel heard, valued, and respected as a long‑time client. I truly felt cared for. What stood out most was the professionalism and integrity with which she handled the situation. She addressed everything swiftly and sincerely, and she did so without ever making me feel guilty, responsible, or uncomfortable. Instead, she expressed gratitude that I brought the issue to her and took action right away to make things right. When I left the salon that day, I wasn't sure if I would return. But after seeing how deeply Shana cares about her clients and her business -- and how committed she is to ensuring a positive experience -- I can say with confidence that I absolutely will. Mistakes can happen anywhere, but the way a business responds is what truly defines it. And Shana defined this moment with professionalism, care, and integrity. Thank you, Shana, for your kindness, your responsiveness, and the way you handled this situation. Your commitment to your clients speaks volumes.

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