I cannot recommend Dolly Effect enough, and it's all thanks to Kay! The studio is located in Colma and San Bruno, CA, and specializes in beautifully crafted, personalized lash extensions. I visited the San Bruno studio. I knew very little about eyelash extensions before my visit, but Kay did an amazing job explaining my options and customizing my set for me. She took the time to conduct a thorough consultation with me to help determine what length, curl, and shape best suits my eyes, taking into consideration both my style preference and the current health of my natural eyelashes. Kay was very patient and attentive to my needs and preferences, and the results were exactly what I wanted! The application procedure was so relaxing that I even fell asleep, and when I woke up, I was stunned by how gorgeous my new lashes looked. I no longer need to apply mascara and have even stopped using eyeliner entirely, which is extremely convenient. The studio is so clean and so cute and the customer service is exceptional. I highly recommend Dolly Effect, for anyone looking for beautiful, high-quality lash extensions and exceptional customer service. read more

Just as great as the Colma location! I came here for the first time when the Colma studio was fully booked, and was happy to learn that the same (if not better) high quality of lash service and expertise is offered here. They can do lashes like no other studio - dramatic and fluffy without compromising quality and style. I prefer the mixed set, and I always get people asking about them. I can honestly say I'm addicted to lash extensions because of Dolly Effect! read more

I am a regular at Dolly Effect! I've had my lashes done about a dozen times now, ranging from every 2-3 weeks (I've gotten away with 4 weeks and my lashes still looked fabulous because they're so good at what they do! I usually don't wear eye make up when I get my lashes done, so they last for weeks! The front desk service is superb! Both San Bruno and Colma locations have such friendly front staff. They usually offer me water when I've arrive early, and are super helpful with making recommendations on what length and type of lashes would best suit me. They're also really flexible, as I've switched my length and curl shape to try different looks. I love that they send text message reminders, and you can directly communicate with Nancy or the front desk staff to schedule/reschedule appointments. They have worked around my busy work schedule to get me in during evenings which has been so helpful. They even helped me get a same-day appointment once which was amazing! I am so grateful to have found a lash spot that is clean, friendly, and makes me feel at home. Highly recommend if you're looking for a lash spot in the area! read more

This place has amazing customer service! They are always very welcoming and work with you in order to schedule an appointment. Unfortunately I'm only giving three stars because the lashes just didn't stay long on me. I consistently follow the directions of no heat and no make up around the eye or oils however after 1 to 2 weeks they would consistently fall out. The picture that goes along with this review was just one week after a new full set. I paid for a full set because they had told me at my three week lash fill, that there wasn't enough Lashes and I needed a whole new set. Unfortunate especially since a full set was over $200. read more

Dolly Effect - After one week of new mixed volume set. Half of lashes have already fallen off. - Eyelash Service Near Me - San Bruno, California

Dolly Effect is my not-so-secret beauty weapon. I've been going to these gals for over 2 years, and I still walk out happy every time! It's such a cute and relaxing space to be in. I look forward to my appointment each time, and I know I will get tons of compliments on my lashes. I typically like to go for a hybrid set, but it changes depending on my social calendar. Sometimes I like to go for a fuller dramatic set, and sometimes I like more natural- they can do it all! For those of you who are on the fence about lash extensions in general, it really makes such a big difference. I used to allot at last 45 minutes in the morning for make up, but now I can be ready in 15 minutes. It's a game changer for sure! Just make sure you clean and brush your lashes are directed by your technician. This new San Bruno location is just as cute as the Colma location- I go to either spots depending on my schedule. Parking is a little more difficult here though, so make sure to give yourself some extra time for that. read more

Absolutely adore this lash studio! They are so conveniently located and beyond accommodating when it comes to scheduling. The staff is amazing and ive never had better lash naps. You'll definitely find your new obsession here. read more

I've been going to Dolly Effect for over 3 years and have seen all of the technicians. The quality here cannot be beat and the prices are very reasonable with that in mind. Everyone is very respectful and considerate and if you need to reschedule an appointment or just have a general question. You also can text for appointments and do nearly everything online which is a plus too! Highly recommend! read more

It's been a while since I've gotten eyelash extensions with Dolly Effect, I am very happy with the customer service, the ease of booking service and the ability to reach with them regarding changes in my appointment. The new location in San Bruno is also beautiful/cozy with more spots available and I can come with my friends next time. My lash artist takes her time while paying close attention to make sure I feel comfortable and the whole refill session only took less than 1.5hours. Can't wait to go back and I recommend this lash shop to everyone I know. read more

This is where I get my beauty nap. I always look forward to my visit here. I've been their happy and satisfied client since Oct 2018. The staff (Jonathan, Nancy, Veronica & Kay) are very accommodating and will go above and beyond to work around my schedule. The eyelash techs that I've met and worked with thus far are very professional. They have 2 very convenient locations and both are organized & clean. I highly recommend Dolly Effect to know the latest trends in eyelash extensions. read more

Dolly Effect - Reception/Front desk - Eyelash Service Near Me - San Bruno, California

Dolly Effect has been my home for a year and a half. I can't imagine going to anyone else. I have gone to both locations, as I have a busy schedule and sometimes they cannot fit me at one location so I go to the other location because I love Dolly Effect. I also like going to San Bruno to get out of the city. Dolly Effect is my sanity. I love this location because it is downtown and I can make a day of it. read more

San Bruno is my new favorite location! I'm a long time patron of the Colma location, but the parking mid week here is amazing and it's SUPER convenient. Close to Tanforan, right off the highway, but quiet and quaint part of town. The salon is much more spacious and still as adorable and relaxing as Colma. I dare you to walk outta there NOT feeling like a million bucks! Bottom line: same amazing quality work, just a bigger more spacious location. Thanks a million Dolly Effect! read more

I had a great experience with Veronica! This is my first time going to Dolly Effect and I was very impressed. I wanted a more natural look and I was given a very detailed recommendation from the staff. I really appreciate the time and effort the staff put into finding the right set for me. Overall great experience that took just over an hour and a half! read more

I have been a returning client to Dolly Effect for a few years now and they never fail me! Their lash techs are highly trained, which is beyond important to me since lash extensions can harm your natural lashes ONLY IF not applied correctly. Their customer service is top notch and you can tell Dolly Effect really cares about their clients. The lash spa is always clean and tidy, with relaxing music in a relaxing environment. I love coming in for my lash appointments! I always get their signature Mixed Set, which is natural but still provides good definition to my eyes. If you're thinking about getting lash extensions, DO IT! And get them done at Dolly Effect!! Also, if you follow them on Instagram (@dolly.effect) they offer promotions and giveaways pretty often. read more

Dolly Effect - Mixed Set Lash Extensions - Eyelash Service Near Me - San Bruno, California

After 2 years with Dolly Effect (Colma) studio, I am able to visit the San Bruno studio because of my recent move. I love the parking here and also how close with my new house, it's only 10 minutes drive from me. The staff are so friendly, knowledgeable and professional. I love how they really care about their client and their work. You can see by their face on how they love and enjoyed their work a lot. I love the vibe here and of course their premium lash quality of work. This hype is real and I'm proud to tell my friends and family that my lashes are done by the Dolly team. read more

Dolly Effect - I have mono lid. Thank you Dolly to make my eyes more awake. - Eyelash Service Near Me - San Bruno, California

My favorite place to get my lashes done because of the great customer service & consistency in the lash extension treatment. Customer Service: Reception always welcomes me with a warm greeting, asks me if I'd like any water, checks if I need to go to the restroom, and always ensures my next appointment is scheduled so I never miss a beat. Added bonus: they keep detailed notes about their clients, so in addition to knowing my lash preferences, they ask personal (but not invasive) questions which I always appreciate. Lash Extensions Treatment: Always gentle, but perfect lashes every time. The treatment can last anywhere from an hour to two depending on how many lashes you need filled. Regardless, they end each session with a gentle head massage and they're always very polite and prioritize your comfort. My lashes stay in great condition for about 3-4 weeks. I've never had any burning sensation or an abnormal amount of eyelash loss. Other: Best of all is being able to pay & tip via Venmo. It's such a hassle to carry cash these days & they make it so easy for you to pay on your phone. They also provide spoolies to brush your lashes for free. Sadly I'm moving to LA and they don't have a branch there. I'll try to book an appointment in San Bruno if ever I can though! read more

Super cute place! Staff was friendly, welcoming, and made sure I was comfortable throughout the whole process. I loved how my lashes turned out and will definitely be back! read more

I've been going to Dolly Effect for quite some time now and could not be any happier. The technicians are great at what they do. They are open to your ideas and tell you what is achievable or not. Natural, volume, cat eye, or dolly, they can do it. I've changed my look from natural to full volume over the year and am glad I listened to their advice. They always look amazing and the retention is great. I always get compliments on them and my morning routine is way faster now. The salon is cute, clean, and relaxing. It's in a busy area of San Bruno so sometimes parking can be hard especially on the weekends. So leave a few minutes earlier for that reason. If you're looking for a new lash tech look no further! You won't be disappointed here! read more

I've waited for a month to post this review to check for the retention. I was recommended to Dolly Effect by my mother in law and I heard a lot of good things about them and I finally get sometime to have a try. Upon the arrival, the staff is very professional and provided me a detailed consultation. I end up having a mixed set since it's my first time and it lasted a month for me to fall off. I love their scheduling system as well because of the speedy reply from Veronica. Thank you so much for making me pretty! read more

Dolly Effect - lashes after 3 weeks, impressive retention - Eyelash Service Near Me - San Bruno, California

This was my first time getting lash extensions and my friend recommended this place. The place was clean and had cute decor. The staff was super nice and I loved how natural my lashes turned out! I will be coming back for a fill. read more

I had an amazing experience at Dolly Effect! The location is super clean and the staff is extremely welcoming. It was my first time getting lash extensions done and Kay helped me through the entire process from choosing the length to the type of style. We decided to go with the 11mm Mixed Set with their Dolly lash placement style and I love how it turned out! After my session, they made sure my eyes weren't stinging or hurting and thoroughly explained to me the aftercare process. I will definitely be coming back! read more

This is the only place I will ever continue to get my eyelash extensions at. I have gotten mostly every style-mixed, volume, and enhanced volume. (Enhanced volume is my fav, I'm a dramatic girl.) The lash techs do an amazing job each time, customizing the extensions to compliment your eye shape. They are quite long-lasting too. Not to mention, they are also so gentle and light-handed. The place itself is very clean and LOVELY! They play super relaxing classical music. I look forward to my appointments every 2-3 weeks. It is a bit pricey, but worth every penny. They give you what you pay for, and truly care about the quality of your extensions and the health of your real lashes. Staying a forever loyal customer to Dolly Effect! ;) read more

I set an appointment with Dolly Effect for the first time because my long time lash artist is on maternity leave. I absolutely love my original lash artist! In any case, I booked a mini fill and ended up paying well over $100 for it. One week later, part of my natural lashes have fallen out completely bald. I'm removing the entire set and having them redone elsewhere. That's if something can be done about the huge gap of missing natural lashes I don't have anymore. Who knows is these techs are "licensed" and not just certified. read more

This was my first time at Dolly Effect and I had an amazing experience! The service was incredible and the staff were all super friendly and welcoming. The place was extremely well kept and clean. The combination of the comfy chair and relaxing background music put me to sleep for the entire duration of my appointment. I woke up with beautiful hybrid mixed lashes! They did such an amazing job and made me feel so comfortable. Excited to go back for my fill! read more

I had a great experience getting my lashes done here. I was assisted through the entire process since I'm still fairly new to getting extensions done. They helped me pick out my lashes and answered any questions I had about the process. It took about an hour to get my natural lashes done. I was able to sleep through the entirety of the hour since I felt very comfortable and my lash tech was very gentle. I loved the outcome of my lashes and am very excited to show them off :))) read more

I started going to Dolly Effects a year ago and I have been nothing, but happy. The staff is very kind, welcoming and helpful, the studios are cute and the job they do is great. If you are looking for great extensions with a smile this is the place to go. read more

I was a bit nervous going in for my appointment because it was my first time getting lash extensions, but I felt very welcomed right when I stepped in. Veronica and her team eased my nerves, making sure I was comfortable the entire time. The place was clean and had a relaxing feel to it. I got a more natural look with lengths ranging from 9-11 mm, and the lash tech did an amazing job. Overall, I had a great experience and would recommend Dolly Effect to anyone who is interested in getting lash extensions! read more

They really tried but I was in there at least an extra hour because it was sticking into my eye. Gonna stick to false eyelashes, thanks.

If I could give this place 10 stars, I absolutely would! Dolly Effect was the first place I ever got lash extensions done 2 years ago and I haven't gone anywhere else since!! They are so sweet and patient with their clients. Their 2 locations make it so easy and convenient to schedule an appointment. As a first timer, they will walk you through the different types of extensions and advise you on what would/wouldn't look good on you. Amazing customer service and their prices are sooo reasonable compared to other places in the Bay Area. I love this place! read more

I have been going to Dolly Effect for about 2 1/2 years. I get so many compliments on my lashes. Everyone says they look so natural and the best they have seen. I have girlfriends who get theirs done elsewhere and they don't look good at all. That reason I don't mind driving from South San Jose to Daly City/San Bruno. I am so glad they opened the San Bruno location as it is a little closer to me. I love my lashes and the technicians are so professional! The studios are so fabulously decorated and very clean. I look forward to my appointments as they make me feel so special and comfortable. Stress-free environment! The rooms are private, very soft relaxing music playing in the background, light fragrance. I highly recommend!! read more

I just came here for the first time since I was in desperate need to get my eyelashes done since my original girl was out on vacation. I called and they texted me right away and somehow managed to get me in. This is by far the most professional eyelash place I've been too ever. The receptionist was very thorough during my consultation and explained every single thing. I was also offered refreshments multiple times. Cherry on top my eyelashes turned about great as well. Glad I found this spot :) read more

AMAZING! I have been coming here for about 4 months now and everything about this place is amazing! The place itself is very aesthetically pleasing, I love the design. The girl at the front desk is very professional and kind and tries to make me feel as comfortable as possible. When I came in for the first time, she explained everything to me to make sure I'm understanding everything and getting exactly what I want, she also explained the after care and answered any questions I had. The girl that does my lashes every time is also very sweet and does a very good job and makes sure every lash is glued on properly. For me, it's worth the 25 minute drive from San Francisco because not only do they do an amazing job but it's also very decently priced for the quality you're getting! Highly recommend! read more

Love this studio! Very cozy, clean and neat. It was my second time doing lash extensions and I choose dolly effect because I can see how good they look from my coworkers. After a throughout consultation from the staff, I choose to go for the mixed set. And it looks natural yet not too volume that I love a lot! If it is your first time doing lashes, I definitely recommend you girls to trust the staff because they are the expert with lashes and they will go through your whole face shape, brow shape etc that I've never think of it will be the factor that will affect the lash outcome. For the experience and result that I received from here, I definitely come back for refills and recommend everyone to try this place! Xoxo, Nana read more

As soon as I arrived, I was greeted by Kay. Since I am still fairly new to the Eyelash extension world, she sat me down and took the time to explain each lash size and design that I might want. She was very thorough and so sweet! Mei did my extensions. She did an amazing job! I literally fell asleep and woke up with eyelash extensions! After my service, Kay was right there to greet me again with an informational pamphlet on how to care for my extensions. They whole experience was quick and easy! read more

I had my first set of lashes done at Dolly Effect in Colma and I have been going to both the Colma and San Bruno location since. It's true. They are pricey compared to other eyelash extensions but it's worth it! The lashes are high quality, establishments are clean, technicians are polite and quick (under an hour), and they last longer than other lashes (mine look good for almost 8 weeks). I tweaked how I liked mine each time and my technician listened and adjusted. I also love that this location is next to Aqua so I can grab a drink after an appointment! read more

I've been going to them almost a year now. I don't usually write reviews. But I definitely have to for Dolly Effect just because they are Top notch First Class in customer service! And of course their lash technicians have the highest quality skills! They receive the same training and keep themselves up to date with the newest techniques by completing training courses at least twice per year. I have to shout out to Nancy and the team, they are very professional and ensures good communication with their clients. They are very efficient and they get back to me about appointments very quickly. I'm writing a review this time because I'm very grateful to them and that they were especially attentive towards me. I usually do a mixed volume set but this time I went for the enhanced volume. It was partially my fault for not discussing with them what kind of lash curl and length I wanted this time since it was a different style. Thus, it did not turn out the way I like. Jonathan was very nice to call me right after my session was done. And mind you, he was at the other boutique at that time. He listened attentively to my concern and suggested I could come back and to see if they can fix it. At that time, the schedule was pretty full, so he told me he will try his best to fit me in and kept me updated. I got in their next business day and Veronica fixed my lashes. She is also very understanding and attentive. She did a great job and I'm super satisfied. I have been to a few other lash boutiques in the Bay Area before, for the price and the quality, I don't think you will ever find another boutique like them else where. Plus, I always get compliments on my lashes from my friends. And refer them. I recommend you to look no further and just go to Dolly Effect! ;) read more

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Been getting refills every 3-4 weeks and they always do such an amazing job! Parking here is a breeze compared to the Colma branch. Front desk staff is always super friendly and accommodating. I love how the always offer a drink and extra spoolie brushes as well as the text reminders about your appointment! read more

I've been coming to Dolly Effect to get my lashes done for a couple months now and they do the BEST job at lash extensions. Upon my first visit, I was given an incredibly thorough consultation. They walked me through all the shapes, lengths, styles, and curls that would work well with my natural lashes to achieve my look. The lash extension application experience itself is my favorite because of how relaxing it is. Just close your eyes and open them to a beautiful set of lashes. They are fast but without ever sacrificing quality, plus, they gently wake you up with a head massage when they're finished (my favorite part). The staff at Dolly Effect truly are highly educated in their craft and it shows. There's nothing better than a lash place that knows their stuff, has amazing customer service and doesn't charge an arm and a leg. Don't even bother looking for other places... Dolly Effect is it! read more

Dolly Effect - Dolly Style, 8-10-8mm C curl lashes - Eyelash Service Near Me - San Bruno, California

Simply the BEST. I tried going to other places to get my lashes done but I always regret it. The quality of the lashes they use are incredible and more natural than looking than any other one I've seen. The ladies here are super patient, they take time to make you feel comfortable and always accommodate the kind of look you're going for. The entire process is comfortable and pain free - you'd be surprised at how many places out there poke and pull your eye lids to get a better angle BUT NOT HERE - they NEVER put any pressure on your eye and this is how lash extensions are supposed to be done. I always fall asleep and when your lashes are done, they wake you up with a nice little head rub :) read more

Getting my first eyelash extension set with Dolly Effect didn't disappoint me. I wanted to try eyelashes extensions for a long time but always hesitate to do it because I heard that it doesn't last for long. I made my first appointment via text message and Veronica, the schedule coordinator who replied me within 3 minutes. I'm surprised by the easy and convenient scheduling system with Dolly, and i was so happy that I was able to schedule an appointment within the same week. I'm glad that I do my research before making an appointment. Their staff are very professional yet friendly and caring. I got a lot of unknown before the service but now I can call myself a professional lash client because the staff really take their time to explain and disclose everything that they are doing on me. This is definitely a plus and the reason I love coming in here. Their service and lashes is really worth for every penny. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone who are interested in getting their first set or they are looking for a professional facility to do their lashes. read more

Dolly Effect is simply the best place to get your lashes done! Their customer service is amazing. Is easy to make my appointments and I appreciate the reminder when they're coming up. The staff is super knowledgeable on all things lash, whenever I have any questions or want to try something new they're so accommodating. They have very high standards and use high quality materials. It shows! read more