Unfortunately, my experience at this salon was very disappointing. I came in with a clear reference photo and explained exactly what I wanted (balayage and color). I was told they could achieve the same result. However, the final outcome was completely different from what we agreed on. The color was not the same, the style was uneven, and my hair ended up damaged. I paid almost $400 for this service, expecting professional results, but the quality did not match the price at all. At the very least, I would have appreciated honesty if the desired result was not achievable. I left feeling very unhappy with the service, and now my hair needs repair. I hope the salon takes this feedback seriously and improves their services. (By the way Amber Lopez is the one who dyed my hair.) read more

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Recently got my hair done by Paradise and honestly... it felt like the reset my hair desperately needed. My hair hasn't been touched in a while and I have thick Asian hair with a sensitive scalp. She did highlights on the top of my head, and the whole process didn't feel rushed at all -- we even finished faster than I expected. The salon setup is super welcoming. I was greeted right away by Janet and Gorgean, and their customer service was amazing from start to finish. The shop is organized, clean, and has such a warm, inviting vibe. Amber was working next to Paradise and she was a pleasure to chat with. She was doing a cut and styled blowout on another client, and the client looked incredible walking out. Overall, the atmosphere of the shop and the quality of everyone's work make me want to come back and get more done. Highly recommend! read more

Unfortunately, this will be my first and last visit. Karl I believe was his name, was friendly, but seemed a little inexperienced. I came in for a haircut, and while the initial cut seemed okay, I noticed it wasn't quite right. The cut ended up blunt and uneven, and the overall service felt rushed, even though the salon wasn't busy. There wasn't much styling or attention to detail. After blow-drying, Karl took off the apron without showing me the final look. When he did handed me the mirror, I saw that the cut was choppy and needed blending. Instead of blending, he kept cutting with shears, which made me worry about losing more length. I paid and left, and unfortunately, this ended up being one of my least favorite haircut experiences. read more

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The time I didn't regret a last minute booking. Booked Gorgean Wu the night before cause my hair needed some really good shampooing since I just took out my braids and the gel that my braider used was turning white and flaky. Gorgean went to town with my hair in a good way. When he shampooed my hair he did an amazing job and making sure my scalp is clean with all that gel crap I had on. Shampoo was an A+++++++ Haircut: he chopped off my split ends which I badly needed and gave me some amazing layers. After everything was said and done, he made my hair looked voluminous and he literally only used a brush and a dyson hair dryer. Gorgean has a lot of experience. When you used minimal tools but still get amazing results you're a talented person and know what you're doing. Thank you Gorgean for doing my hair to my liking. I haven't even washed my hair since I visited the salon. read more

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Debra K. cut my hair and i was absolutely obsessed!!! She is supper nice and has so much valuable hair knowledge. Would 100% recommend.

Bad all the way around.. My friend went to a appt & the Asian male who cuts hair there didn't know how to cut hair & wouldn't listen to my friends request, & he did a terrific job & on top of that charged her $ 300 what a rip off. BEWARE read more

The salon is clean, and everyone was friendly. My hairdresser was Alisha, I love my haircut, and we definitely go back. She took her time and gave me an amazing cut. She was friendly and professional. I highly recommend her and this salon. read more

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Not good. All I wanted was a partial highlight and a good haircut. I got there at 2:00 and didn't leave until 8 pm. Amber didn't know what she was doing and her team kept helping her. The epic fail was the hair cut. She hacked my hair and my layers don't make since. Worst hair cut ever!! The color was ok but her technique and process was sloppy. $450 later it's not worth 8 hours in a chair. read more

Debra was amazing!!! I felt so welcomed right from the beginning. She took the time to explain what the process would be like for an all over color, she asked me questions, and she took me through the entire coloring and haircut process. She got the color and haircut I wanted exactly right and she was so lovely to talk to! I will be coming back again and going to Debra! I had such an amazing experience and I love how my hair turned out! read more

Tonight, I decided to book a last minute appointment with Debra for a haircut and blow out only. She was not only such a lovely lady who seems very knowledgeable about how to cut hair, but she was also able to give me the layers I wanted. The way she cut it made my hair flowy, bouncy, and a lot of volume. Not a lot of places seem to be able to give my thick hair volume. Debra did an amazing job creating it fore, making it so I look like I have more hair. The salon is also really clean, and spacious. The white interior and modern look makes it really comfortable for clients to relax and enjoy their time there. The prices are definitely worth it. read more

Came here for the first time for a haircut and I was very pleased with Debra's technique and education! She walked me through every step and made the experience much more collaborative. Will definitely come back for another cut. read more

While the woman who cut my hair was really nice. I want to say that this haircut was the most unprofessional one I've received. The blow out she gave me after the haircut was a joke, I could not believe she was letting me walkout of the salon that way but it was late and we both clearly just wanted to get out. A week later, when I go to straighten my hair, my hair is so uneven, no flow to my haircut, one side is longer than the other. $95 for a haircut because my hair is long? Sure no problem. But please make sure your hair stylists know what they are doing. Her name starts with an A. Really sad and disappointed that my hair is really short now and even if you offered to fix it, that means cutting my hair shorter. Wow a blow. Never going back there again. read more

My daughter came to me wanting to color her hair for the first time ever. I found Hairology and learned that they offer a free consultation appointment. Called the salon and was able to book a consult the next day with Janet. My daughter had photos of how she would like her hair and Janet recommended getting a balayage. Throughout the balayage appointment, Janet would explain the process to my daughter and also gave her aftercare tips. Janet is so professional and her work is amazing! Not only was Janet so kind and sweet to my daughter, she made her first color experience so positive and fun. My daughter loves her new hair! read more

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Took my brother to Chris for a cut and we couldn't have been more pleased with the experience! 10/10 s We will definitely be back! read more

Gee is awesome! I needed a blowout for a party and was able to book a Saturday morning appointment for today! She was prompt, friendly and most importantly, my blowout is amazing! She took away a huge stressor in my day and I look great. The salon is also really nice. Everyone was friendly and the products are high quality. I can't wait to have another excuse for a blowout soon. Thanks Gee for getting me party ready! read more

I am a very selective person as anyone with hair should be, but the moment I entered the salon and spoke to Alisia I felt a very welcoming energy and felt that my nerves going to a different hair stylist faded away. I showed her a picture of what I wanted and she did an excellent job and I feel very confident after not getting a haircut for over a year which is rare. I feel that her welcoming energy and positive vibe made my first experience with her a very positive one. I would definitely recommend her and feel confident that you will be happy as well. I had the Women's Haircut & Blow-Dry I was inspired to get a French style hair cut with bangs and loving it! :) read more

Every one is always so friendly. I get my hair done with Debora. I love it every time. My son has gone to Gorgean and he loves his hair as well. Highly recommend. read more

Janet is an incredible stylist who has truly gone above and beyond to take care of me and my hair needs. When I first started coming to her, my hair was in a terrible state, but Janet worked her magic and transformed it into something I couldn't have imagined. She called me in for consultation and gave me an appointment to come back for my hair transformation. We spent 7 hours on my first trip to the salon however it was all worth it. From that moment on, I knew I could trust no one but her with my hair. Janet has an exceptional talent for understanding her clients' needs and exceeding expectations. She takes the time to listen to my hair concerns and provides expert advice and solutions. Her attention to detail and precision are unmatched, ensuring that every cut, color, and style is executed to perfection. Not only is she incredibly skilled, but she also creates a comfortable and welcoming environment in the salon. Janet's passion for her craft shines through, and her dedication to her clients is unparalleled. I am grateful to have found such an amazing stylist who consistently delivers exceptional results. I highly recommend Janet to anyone looking for a stylist. Thank you, Janet, for your incredible talent and dedication! read more

Chris is great with kids! Makes you feel welcome and does an excellent job. This was probably the best haircut my son has had. Take your kids to Chris for a great haircut. read more

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Finding a salon is a challenge. You want to be able to go to someone you trust & where you can leave not only feeling your best, but also looking your best and based on my experiences that's what you'll find from Janet and her team at Hairology! I stumbled upon this salon via Yelp after my previous hairstylist moved away from the area and I wanted to stay more local for beauty treatments. So let's get down to the nitty gritty, shall we? Da deets. AMBIANCE: The salon is super modern, sleek, and clean! The atmosphere is very welcoming and the interior of the space is well-done and even their bathroom is super cute. They also take their time to make sure that the space is always clean, neat, and tidy. During each visit I do notice how attentive the stylists are to their stations (they sweep up promptly, move any tools that need to be cleaned to the proper stations, make sure it all gets properly disinfected, etc.). They also have little hooks where you can hang your bags and jackets (especially useful with all this rain we've been having). BOOKING APPOINTMENTS: I've never had a problem booking an appointment. I do this all online or via the app that their website directs you to. They do get booked up pretty fast, but cancellations do happen and Janet always lets me know that I can call or text her to see what's available and if it's even possible for me to get in. CUSTOMER SERVICE: My interaction with staff is usually limited to interacting with Janet, but I have to say that they've all been really kind & when you sit there for hours processing (I get my hair colored here) you do notice the high level of camaraderie they have with each other, how kind they are, and also how attentive they are to their client's needs. MY EXPERIENCE/EXTRA THOUGHTS: I've visited this salon to get my haircut, colored, and toned and every time I leave I feel like a brand new person with my hair fresh and my energy feeling super cute thanks to all the work Janet puts in to my hairdo! When I first started coming to Janet at Hairology over a year ago, I was really nervous about getting my balayage done because I was concerned about maintenance and choosing the right color for my skin-tone and my needs (aka I wanted to be low maintenance AF). She helped me choose the best color for me and I've been getting this color ever since. When choosing a hair color, they provide this giant book of different colors (Idk what this actually is called, but I'm sure if you got your hair done before you know what I'm talking about lol) and I was able to sift through that and see what works best for me. I also was able to ask any questions without the risk of feeling silly. I always felt heard and appreciated the honesty they provided for me so I could make the best decision for myself. During my balayage appointments, I'm also able to connect to their wifi so I can check on work emails or do some assignments - which is super convenient because processing can take time! So why not use it in your favor. Janet always made sure I wasn't thirsty or starving during this whole process and I will admit I've accepted the offer for some noodles and water & I'm always so grateful. I've had my hair done at other places before and I've never been offered noodles there, I usually used to sit there and stay hungry lol. I also really like the products that they use here. They always smell really nice - especially the shampoo and conditioner. It's eucalyptus and mint and honestly you can feel the tingle - it feels and smells fresh! Lastly, when I had a lot of breakage and damage in my hair Janet was able to recommend a product that she uses herself. You can choose to buy stuff from them, but I've never once felt forced to, which is always nice because sometimes you just don't have it in your budget but the free knowledge is A1. She also educated me on methods that might help my hair maintain a curl and so much more. PARKING: I've never had a problem finding parking when visiting Hairology. They have a parking lot where you can park your car. TLDR; Hairology has become my go-to salon for over a year now. It's super easy to make an appointment and super easy to find parking. The staff is really friendly and I've always left feeling beautiful. :) TYSM, HAIROLOGY. See you again soon! read more

So glad I found this place! Me and my boyfriend aren't from around here but he needed a cut for an event. Anyway, his barber canceled on him before our trip up so we took our chance on this place, once we got here. Chris really knocked it out of the park. My man loved his cut and he's SUPER particular. Chris was super friendly. Would def recommend! read more

Denise is a miracle worker! She transformed me into a beautiful blondie with dimension. She was super nice and friendly and paid attention to small details. I could not be happier! This was my second time coming to Hairology and won't be the last. Thank you Denise! read more

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Best haircut I've had in a long time from Chris!! Definitely recommend. Great vibe. Clean salon always comfortable environment

Chris is the best! My husband gets his hair done with Chris and he always comes home with the haircut my husband wants. Very professional and friendly. read more

Possibly the worst hair experience I've ever had. Denise took way too much off of the length, it kept tangling all the way through the cut, then she immediately became defensive saying, "You said it was ok." "Look at the floor," and, "we have cameras." From the lack of technique to horrible customer service during my haircut, I refused to let her do any color treatments and she way overcharged me in the end. Now my beautiful long hair is ruined and coming up with another $125 for a haircut is not easy these days. Do not make the same mistake I did. Go anywhere else! read more

Took my bf to get his haircut with Chris and usually he doesn't like going to shops. But seeing Chris work and when he got his cut done. All I can say is wow wow wow! Fantastic job! Highly recommend :) read more

My experience was great! I received partial highlights from Denise. She knows color well and helped me with a nice consultation before discussing prices so forth. She was super sweet about me wanting to brush my own hair as well which some salons get weird about! I will definitely be coming back! read more

The vibe was great! Alisia was super friendly, gave great attention to detail, and gave me the best hairstyle I've had in a long time. I asked for a short bob haircut and it was perfect. read more

I absolutely love this place! I have been coming for 3 years now and the stylists here are deeply committed and knowledge about hair. I have long hair and lots of grays growing all the time. I go religiously every 4 to 5 weeks and feel like a million bucks everytime. The team, Janet ,Denise , Gorgon, and Deborah always treat me wonderfully and the salon is clean . Thanks Hairology for giving me a trusted partner In my hair care. You guys are amazing !!! read more

The shampoo Chris chose smelled amazing! He really took his time to make sure my layers looked symmetrical and overall had a fun appointment with him. I rebooked my next session and highly recommend everyone to get their haircuts from Chris! read more

This review is long overdue! I made a super last minute appointment on a Thursday afternoon and booked with Gee and walked out extremely happy with my new hair. I came in with super dry ends and an outgrown curly perm that I'd been needing to chop. She was super friendly and helpful with helping me decide on the length and cut I wanted. I showed her a few photos of the general cut I wanted and she executed perfectly! I'm so happy I found her and will be returning for any other hair needs. The shop is clean and modern. The other stylists were also welcoming and friendly. I also loved being able to book online and it was super easy and convenient. read more

First of all I want to mention that I am so happy with my hair I love it! Roxanne did such an amazing job with my hair I love the way my balayage came out . It was exactly what I wanted. I also want to add that everyone at Hairology Salon made me feel at home and were very attentive . I would highly recommend this hair salon. read more

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I just got a fresh haircut from Alisha! She was very kind and sweet and I 100% recommend her. When she was shampooing my hair she gave me a massage on the temples of my head and it was amazing! She is very talented and good with working with thick hair. read more

I recently moved to the Bay Area from Seattle and I've been needing a haircut. I came across Hairology on Yelp and all I can say is that all the positive reviews are true! I booked a haircut and blow dry with Janet. From the moment I walked into Hairology, Janet was very welcoming and sweet! She started off by asking me what I wanted to do with my hair and how much I wanted to cut off. She then washed my hair and began to cut my hair. I've never experienced a hairstylist who took their time with cutting my hair and made sure it was everything I wanted and more! She was very attentive with my requests. After the cut she dried my hair and styled it. My hair after the cut felt so much lighter and bouncier!!! Janet also gave me a lot of advice on how to take better care of my hair, which I really appreciated it because I had no idea how to take care of my hair since it's curly and frizzy! Overall my experience at Hairology was amazing and one of the best experiences I've ever had at a hair salon! The salon itself was very clean and had such a cute look to it! I would definitely recommend Janet to everyone I know and I'm beyond happy to finally find an amazing hairstylist who I trust with my hair! I can't wait to go back and get another haircut from Janet!! read more

I got my first balayage today and could not be happier with the way that my hair turned out! Denise is truly a color master. I showed her a picture of the smoky ash brown style that I wanted and she got the color and placement down to a tee...which rarely happens with my thick hair. I also somehow managed to walk out of the salon with my hair feeling healthier than ever after being bleached without a cut. Aside from hair color, the staff are always so friendly and welcoming and even asked if I wanted in on their door dash lol. Genuinely good people who love what they do. read more

I was very pleased with my service from Roxanne. I just got a haircut, but it turned out great. She even offered to curl it for me, then I loved it even more. She was friendly, professional, and she talked just the right amount. The salon was nice inside and parking is very easy. The best part was both she and Janet had their kids in the back so my daughter was able to go play with them. I was so anxious about bringing her and it ended up being such a relief. The only downside was they raised their prices. When I made the appointment I was expecting to pay $65, but the price went up to $75. However, it came with childcare so it was worth it and I'll be back. read more

I'm still coming here because this is hands down the best salon I have ever been to. I usually go to Janet and Denise. Both extremely talented and amazing. I always feel so glamorous when I leave this place! No matter the time they make me feel like royalty every visit! Thanks Hairology team ! You guys rock everytime! read more

Got a hair cut from Chris. He was really attentive to details and just a nice guy. I'll be going back!

I came across this salon looking for a last minute haircut and it exceeded my expectations. My hair was very damaged from bleach and my stylist knew exactly what my hair needed and gave me the perfect cut while saving much of my length. read more

Denise is great! She offered great suggestions of what would work for my hair and the limited time I wanted to spend styling my hair on a daily basis. My hair came out great, I couldn't be happier. Will definitely be coming back to Denise! read more