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Elite Salon

4.7 (163 reviews)
ModerateHair Salons
Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Spencer S.

Candy is just awesome. This review is a long time coming... I found Elite Salon about three years ago after a series of disappointments and Candy hooked me up. I've got a lot of thick hair that seems to screw up other stylists. I even used to bring in pictures of Ronaldo (soccer) and she gladly accepted the challenge. Having moved to the East Bay, I've tried some new stylists and have been let down. So now, I drag my ass back to the city and Elite Salon's Candy King. (She's also real nice and doesn't even mention it when she fixes up a cut someone else screwed up.... and I know she knows).

He fixed it but it's sooooo frizzy on the ends. I had to get home and put oil on it.
Andrea N.

I found this place on Yelp. Scheduled an appointment for a blow out. I was five minutes late and Ruben called. I can tell he was a stickler for time. But I got a lot of compliments on my hair. I honestly thought my ends were too dried but it still looked good.

Candy is the best! She always cuts my hair exactly like I ask her to!
Gabriella D.

Candy is the best! I'm so glad I walked in here randomly one day! Her cuts are always perfect, she does exactly what you ask for. My hair grows out healthy and the cut never looks old. My mom has colored (highlights & color) with her before and also loved her. The price is unbeatable for the quality of her work ($50 for a cut!) My boyfriend even comes here now! I love to try out crazy hair trends and Candy is always willing and able to execute them! Love her. So glad her salon is only 4 doors down from my house!

Freshly cut by Ruben!
Shelby W.

Full disclaimer: I've known Ruben for over a decade, and he's a close family friend. Why this should only add to your confidence: Ruben has been cutting my mom's hair for that entire decade (and mine in high school) despite my family's many, many relocations, and I'm THRILLED that he's in San Francisco so I can finally have my hair the way I want it to be! When I was a little punk, he kept my mohawk tight and colorful, and then he nursed my hair through the most awkward growing pains ever. I completely trust that he will never let me walk out with less than a great cut, and I never have to worry about fixing stray or missed sections after I get home. Yay! Welcome to SF, fabulous hair (and you too, Ruben)! ;)

After The Japanese Hair Straightening- definitely not straight!

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I've been in SF for 8 years trying to find a hairstylist I actually trust, and I finally found…read moreHector. I went in not really knowing what I wanted, just vibing with some general ideas. Hector totally got it and did an amazing job. The thing that impressed me most is I wanted highlights without bleaching my hair, and he made it happen. Every other place said I had to bleach it. The salon is super clean, bright, and has a great vibe. Everyone there is really kind and helpful. Yeah, I had to wait for an appointment and send pics beforehand, but it was 100% worth it. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a great stylist!

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I don't live in SF anymore, but I make the 1 hour trip just to go to this studio every time I need…read moremy hair done. I love Romi and I will continue going here to see her!! Compared to the other studios I've been to, they are the most consistent, honest, and detailed. I have never walked out of this studio unhappy with how my hair looked, even if it deviated a bit from what I originally wanted. In the most recent time I went, I was absolutely blown away with how my hair turned out! So much that I think I will continue asking for this color for years to come, maybe until my hair can't handle it anymore lol I've been going to Romi for a few years for color and haircuts and I deeply appreciate how much attention to detail she has. In my case, she had noted down the colors that I've had before and uses that as a point of reference for my session. This is so helpful, especially since I don't remember what I asked for months prior. Since I liked my most recent color so much, I can walk into the studio with full confidence that I can ask for the exact same thing again because she has it noted down somewhere. Thank you Romi!!

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Arty - Exactly 1 year after the digital perm. Yumiko's cut and perm make this hairstyle look good at any length.

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I've been going to Nielle for over a decade and from the jump she really listened to what I wanted…read more I originally came to her after a botched balayage I got in the Philippines, and she completely fixed it. From there, we did an 10 hour transformation going blonde and honestly, that appointment bonded us for life. I've never trusted anyone else since, she's basically my hairstylist and therapist hehe Her balayage is SOOOOO good. It always looks natural, grows out beautifully, and lasts forever without getting brassy. I'm pretty low-maintenance, and somehow my hair still looks put together months later because of her work. Her haircuts are also super clean, and she's actually the one who got me into curtain byayangs and I've stuck with them ever since. What I appreciate most is how much she cares about doing things the right way. When I decided to go back to my natural color, she didn't rush it or take shortcuts. She slowly transitioned me over time and kept my hair healthy through every stage. I live in Los Angeles now and will literally fly home just to see her, that's how good she is! After 11 years, she's more than just my hairstylist, she's someone I trust completely. Highly recommend!

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David James - Cut by Sabrina.

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David James - Bleach and tone transformation by Devon.

Bleach and tone transformation by Devon.

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