Was able to make an appointment (via phone call) for a date that worked well with my schedule. Arrived on time (1:30p) and was seen shortly after arrival. Service received was a wash + conditioner, blow dry, flat iron, trim/cut and a wavy curl style. Stylist: April. I paid $200 including tip. A little more than I am used to, but it had been a while since I had gotten my hair done, so not pressed. I am happy that April was able to get me in and out by 3:15 which was great as I had an event to go to and needed to be on time. The salon connects to April Bloom, a cute clothing boutique that the salon owner (April) also operates. Very cute! There is parking in a lot or street parking. Love a no hassle experience. I Recommend! read more

Head Trip - Hair style / cut by April (done a few hours prior) - Hair Extensions Near Me - Pasadena, California

My wife has been getting her hair done by April the owner of Head Trip for the 28 years that we've been together and she always comes home looking amazing! read more

I have been a customer of April's since I was young and I have never made a review, until today! I had been wanting to do red for a while now and came in with a brown canvas with highlights. April was able to transform my vision into a reality with a lovely deep red that shines in the light. She has great attention to detail, immense hair health knowledge and an amazing personality that makes me feel great. I like her motto of, looking good makes you feel good, and I know feel great with my new do! Thanks April! read more

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I hadn't had my natural hair done since 2020, so I desperately needed a haircut. I've been doing my own hair for the past couple of years....not really knowing if I was even doing it correctly, so I really needed help. First of all, the hair salon is located in beautiful Pasadena. It's a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. April was on time. She never let me just wait around. She was attentive and chilled. She immediately noticed that I had product build up ( I had no idea). She gave me a great and much needed haircut, a thorough hair wash, deep conditioning and a flat twist. I was super happy when I left!!! I learned from April that the reason why my hair was breaking off was because I had product build up Fast forward 3 months - My hair is thriving! Im loving my haircut. My hair is no longer breaking off. I have made sure that my scalp and hair are clean. And, my hair is more accepting of moisturizers and styling products. I can't thank April enough read more

April is amazing. She is the first person who has really helped my daughter learn more about how to care for her hair and her hair already looks healthier with more definition to the curls after only two visits. I also love her boutique next door so I can shop while my daughter gets her hair done! read more

I have to share my secret. April knows hair and your hair will be one thousand times healthier after seeing her. Its movement will be one thousand times more dynamic. Its shine will be one thousand times more brighter than before. From the shampoo, to the blowout, to the flat iron, to the cut, you will be one thousand times more improved as a person. She is masterfully skilled with hair of all types and as long as she is around, my hair will not be seeing anyone else. read more

Head Trip - Once again, April works her Magic. - Hair Extensions Near Me - Pasadena, California

Got my Braids done by Jasmine. Booking was easy and they offer affordable prices (for LA standards). Highly recommend if you live around Pasadena, CA. read more

Went to this salon because it was close to my work and had positive reviews, plus I really liked April's boutique next door. But after my horrendous experience at Head Trip, I will no longer be giving my business to either. First off, I booked my appointment two weeks in advance for a simple haircut. When I got to my appointment ten minutes early no one greeted me in the salon, which was awkward because I was the only guest waiting. After about 30 minutes of waiting and almost walking out, April finally greets me and calls me over to begin my hair. After washing me hair, another client walks in. Apparently April double booked her appointments. She sits me under the drier for 45 minutes while she completely does another person's style. After pulling me from the dryer, she sits me at her booth and begins to rewet my hair..... and like clock-work, another client walks in. She asks me to wait while she washes the clients hair. She triple booked my appointment time! All I wanted was a trim and April ended up giving me the $175 deva cut!! I did not ask for that and ended up leaving the salon with wet hair. You would think for $175, you would at least get a blow dry. Worst and most unprofessional juggling act I have ever seen. read more

Tamieko does the best work, hands down! She is so gentle, fast, a perfectionist, and the girl talk is always so inspiring! She is the ONLY person I let touch my hair. Try her- she will change your life. She's the pretty face you see when you walk in...her chair is closest to the door. I have been coming into Head Trip for the past 3 years, the atmosphere is exactly what you need- peaceful. They can do it all. They will lay down your follicles, and you can buy a cute outfit too! read more

Head Trip - Hair styled by Tamieko - Hair Extensions Near Me - Pasadena, California

Was a customer of April's for over 20 years and have come to realize what a gem she is and wish there were more like her. In 2018 I moved to Las Vegas to be closer to family. It has taken over two years in order to find a hair salon. I wish April could be cloned and have her here in Vegas. To all who frequent her salon, April is an excellent hairdresser. You never know what you have until it is not there any more. Mae C. 7/13/2021 read more

Tamieko has been styling my hair for the past year and she is absolutely amazing. Her crotchet styles have seriously made rocking natural hair quick and easy! I used to sit anywhere from 9-12 hours on twists but now her crotchet styles (like twists and locs) only takes about 1.5-2 hours. And her braiding is clinical!! They last for a long time and her parting is very neat. Besides being a great hair technician she is also a great listener. Everyone knows going to the salon is also like talking to your best friend, and she has such a kind and talented spirit. Highly recommend! read more

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1st time customer, styled by Monet. My curls are popping. I will definitely return over and over again.

After a mix-up in appointment times with a stylist at headrip on a groupon, salon owner April fit me into her own schedule to honor the groupon purchased. I'm happy with the cut and enjoyed the atmosphere of the salon. Thank you, April! read more

My first time here was better than I expected. The staff was friendly and helpful. I let April pick a natural style after getting my hair colored. She did a fantastic job and I love my new natural do read more

Head Trip - Hair Extensions Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great salon! i called and we set an appointment right up. When i went in, it was busy but she juggled it like a champ! She pressed my hair out, i had no pain. My hair feels so silky and healthy. Will be going back! read more

Absolutely amazing salon! Beautifully decorated and the stylists are all friendly and very professional. I first came to visit Monet for crochet braids and she's been my go to stylist ever since. She's done my braids, natural hair and weave. I highly recommend her. read more

My daughter is adopted and this mama did not k is how to do her hair. Head Trip came to the rescue a few years ago. Thank heavens for them. The owner took time to go over everything with me. read more

I called in a few months ago and was directed to Monet the Gem. She definitely deserves the E for Experience badge. She showcased not only did she have it, but her appointment proved to be one! I loved my 'do' and rocked it for two months!! I was beyond happy with the duration and quality of the style! I'll definitely be returning soon read more

Today was my first time taking my daughter to get her hair done at Head Trip !!! From the time we walk in April and the young lady washing hair was so sweet made her feel so special!!! It was a real no judge zone !!! I found my daughter a new spot !!! If you ever been to a salon we was out in 2 hours !!! I a new fan of Heap Trip !!! Wow wow it's the best !!! read more

I have natural hair and got a Brazilian Blow Out from April a few months ago and my hair has never looked healthier or grown so much. She is all about maintaining healthy and conditioned hair and healthy, clean scalp. The BBO is pricey but my hair stays straight through humidity and working out. I go back every 1-2 weeks for silk press. I wholeheartedly recommend April and the BBO treatment. read more

I was referred to Gary @ head trip by a friend who does hair and make- up on movies and commercials. I was hesitant at first to go to a new stylist but his great personality and cutting skills won me over. He even touched up my grey with a product that looks so natural I was really surprised at how it shaved a few years off my appearance. I'll definitely be going back to him! read more

located in the pasadena antique district, this little boutique seems warm and inviting amid bronze vases and figurines. seems is the word. the minute i walked in everyone snapped their heads in my direction with a glare in their eyes. WTF. i had chosen this salon because of its close location to my work and the fact that they have experience with ethnic hair (read: curly as hell). so why is everyone looking at me like im a millionaire shopping at walmart? all i said was "I'm black too you know! stop looking at me like my money isnt good here!"... but that was just internal dialogue. how does someone get past an underlying prejudice like that without making a scene? you cant. so i just waited for my stylist to be ready for my consultation. i needed a color correction after completely messing up doing it myself. so i asked some questions about the process and cost. she suggested that i dont use bleach for the health of my hair, which i agreed with. but the rest of the conversation sounded like "its whatever you wanna do" and "its possible that can happen". no guarantees or solid advice. i was slightly hesitant, but i was desperate to get my hair fixed. it took 8 hours, on two separate days, with a week in between processes to finish... and i ended up disappointed after the first wash at home. i thought that if i was patient thru all the time that it took it would turn out effing fabulous, and it didnt. i mean, my stylist was a beautiful lady inside and out, but to pay $150 for a correction and have my hair not-corrected is unbearable. i didnt even want to spend more time (and possibly money) to get it re-fixed at the same place. not only is that embarrassing to the stylist, its a waste of time for me. so maybe their specialty isnt color... it seemed like it was hair weaving and pressing. if i actually needed any of that done i'd probably walk out a gorgeous new me, but i didnt. and my pockets felt empty. read more

Loved my first visit here! The ambiance is very nice/calm and has cute salon decor! April and her team knew exactly what to do to bring my hair back to life! The cut and style of my hair is amazing and has much more volume without being to short. I will definitely come back to touch up my highlights. Im glad I have found my new go to salon! ^_^ read more

I have been a loyal customer of Head Trip and April's for over 20 years. I am not one of those African American women who believe in going to the salon every week. I actually wash my hair at home and do most of my hair care at home. I have had several services at Aprils. I used to get relaxers for years. Then I decided to grow out my relaxer by using a weave. We weaved my hair for 30 months and the plan was to get a Japanese straightener. During that time, April found a better product for my hair and I have been using Brazilian blowouts since. My hair is healthier than it has been in years. It's the longest it has been too. Throughout the years, April has always counseled my on the correct products to use, the right utensils to use styling and maintaining my hair. I am active. I like to swim, surf and doing all sorts of things. To some women of color, this is not typical. However, April has gone through it all with me. How to maintain my hair after swimming, after being in the ocean, after big sweaty workouts. And, yet, I still I have healthy hair. I owe that to April. April also always strives to continue her education in cosmetology. She maintains classes on cutting hair, using new products and up to the minute trends in hair care. It's very rare that she does not know a product on the market and if she does not, she will seek it out and use it, then tell you if it's good for your hair. April works fast. If you are African American and you've spent hours in a salon. April has an assistant and depending on the processes you are having done on your hair, you will get out in record time. Of course, April does all the cutting, styling and major hair items. I love going to April because it's like going home. I love all the stylists in the shop and their customers. Since it's a largely African American clientele, the age range spans from young girls to women who are senior citizens. Oh the dialog that happens in that salon! We cover everything from politics to fashion ,music, relationships, finances, current events or just cool restaurants. I am not an amateur critic like Tasha H and I have not written over 200 reviews on Yelp to feed my ego. I am, however, probably one of the most discerning and critical customers of services out there. And, The Head Trip Salon is a mecca of knowledge, beauty and perfected hair services for women of color and women with kinky hair. It sound to me me if Tasha was having a bad day and needed to go home and vent on her computer. I started going to April when I could barely afford it and through the years, I've pulled through. They've treated me the same way for over twenty years, as a valued customer. read more

I love the detail and care I get from the stylist Tamieko at this salon! I always can count on her to make sure that my hair is laid,neat and fresh! I've been going to her for years. It's rare to find a hair stylist that is consistent with her quality. She has done everything on me from braids to weaves. Ill def be back!! read more

I've been getting my hair done here for years. Always love my styles and the stylists.

I have been going to April for almost two years now and my hair has never been healthier! Hair CARE usually is not priority in salons but April uses top of the line products and this has made a huge difference in my hair. April is also the first stylist I have trusted with color on my hair. She has done an amazing ombré, weave, wedding hair and Brazilian blow out for me and I have been more than pleased each time. The key thing I love about April is she knows how to trim the heck out of hair to give movement, body and most importantly keep the length! read more

I have been going to Head Trip for many MANY years and just started getting color over the past year. I've never had more compliments on my hair! read more

April was the friendliest and helpful artiste ever, so lovely and great first impression of salon. Couldn't have been more sweet, everything about the service was exceptional, and I don't give praise lightly. It was clean, stylish, roomy with excellent service in salon. Salon itself was well equipped and comfortable. I could go on but suffice it to say I was very pleased with my service, and although short and sweet this time, I hope to be back for service in the future. Nikki read more

Love this place. I have been here twice and it's nice to find a place not too far from home where I can get my hair done. Of course going to a new stylist was nerve racking, but April answered all my questions and knows what she is doing! I got a Brazilian blowout and I am loving it. My hair is much more manageable! read more

I have to agree with all tht Dana has said. I've been going to Head Trip since 1998 and really appreciate the service that April provides. She and all of the ladies in her salon are professionals. I appreciate how timely April is and how beautiful my hair looks after I leave. I've tried several shops in the past where I've left wondering if anything special was done to my hair. At Head Trip, the ladies truly style your hair. Traditionally, I've had a relaxer in my hair and a length that was just beyond my ears. I wanted to grow out my hair and April suggested I try a weave. We chose one that was just past my shoulders in length which was a big step for me (but that is another story all together). I also get colored cellophanes. April is excellent in consulting with you to see what the best options are for your hair goals. After having it in for one year, I opted to take it out and see now that my hair grown over 5" in that timeframe. April pressed it and it has grown so much so that when I went home, my family did not even notice that it was my own hair. They thought I still had the weave!!!! Thank you April! We are now on the road of continued health and care for my new locks. I also combine home care with her salon care. I've tried other stylist that are closer to my home but I keep coming back( from Corona) to April because of her knowledge, skills, professionalism and care. I would recommend Head Trips to all. read more

April can not only hook up the weave but she can rock the short cut too. Love my new cropped do'!

April, the owner of Head Trip, has been doing my hair for over 3 years. She is the best stylist that I have ever had, as she has made my hair grow. I get a press, but I have also had weaves by April. Her weaves are VERY natural looking and, more importantly, she does not braid or sew your hair tightly so the weaves are not uncomfortable. Perhaps the best part about her service is that it is fast without compromising quality (including a great conditioning with every service). I am always in and out in 2 hours (3 hours if getting a weave - yes, only 3 hours!). Her salon also has a wonderful boutique with beautiful clothes, scarves, and jewelry. April has a great personality, the salon is clean, and everyone in the salon is friendly. There is 2-hour street parking or you can park in the back lot for free. read more

I was referred to Tameiko some years ago and I will never reget it. Tameiko gets right to the point and accomplishes excatly what you are looking for. I absolutely love hair. She made my healthier and longer. I enjoy my new cut and color and words can't describe how amazing this lady is. Shes pleasnt and affordable read more

Great salon. Professional and innovative. The owner April is a knowledgable stylist. She gets to know her clients and does excellent work. If you need Brazilian blowout, she's the one. read more

Tamieko is an excellent stylist! She is smart and very willing to work with you to help to create your unique style! The ambience of the salon is very comfortable and pleasant as well. read more

April and Monet were incredible- great service, lovely space and kindness overflowing. My daughter and I will be regulars! So glad I found her! read more

I've been getting my hair done by April for almost 20 years. I rate her 5 stars because not only does my hair look fabulous, the service is great too. The waiting time is reasonable (which was a big issue at other salons I've been to) and everyone is friendly. I look forward to my weekly visit! read more

I have been getting eyelash extensions here for a couple of years. I have tried other places closer to my house but I keep coming back because the price and the quality can't be found anywhere else. read more

I have been coming to Tamieko for my hair care needs the past few years, and have never been disappointed. This girl can do it all, from presses, to braids, to extensions, twists, and even 4c natural styles. Whenever I leave the salon my hair looks amazing and I'm constantly asked who my stylist is and where I go to get my hair done. If you're looking for a one stop hair shop specializing in black hair care, and textured hair, then Tamieko is your girl! read more