Hector Estrada

Family-owned & operated

Consultations available

I did a walk-in since I was nearby for a long women's haircut but definitely recc calling ahead to…read morereserve a time. Mr. Ono was super detailed and took his time cutting, washing, and styling my hair to the style I wanted so super appreciative of him! It was $90 for the extra long women's haircut. I typically ask for layered haircut kind of similar to a butterfly haircut, and I think he delivered. There was a nice massage hairwash too. I took a photo the day after of my haircut so the styling wore off. I love how he took extra time to check every layer while cutting and styling! Bonus points for their super cute doggo in the shop. Very kind staff here! :)

Had tons of friends all recommend Nepenji for a haircut, so finally came to try it. Ardee was…read moreextremely professional (been cutting hair for 11 years) and was so good with the scissors. Also fun to yap with. I asked for long layers and curtain bangs, and he was extremely thorough with the wash (double shampoo), blowout, and cut! It totaled $85 plus tip. You have to call to make a reservation!

1.3 mi•Japantown, Lower Pacific Heights

Ombré with cherry red!

Curly Hair Color & Hair Cut at nepenji San Francisco, Tokyo .

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Feeling to be short cut! Nepenji San Francisco.

Kaori Hair Salon

4.8(73 reviews)

I think the choice of barber is a very personal choice - you want to find a really good one that…read moreunderstands what you want out of a haircut, and also has to be able to construct that haircut on a bi-monthly cadence. For me, I found Kaori through Yelp. She is best reached through text, and she is responsive. The first time I showed her the haircut I was going for, she was able to understand immediately, and she was also able to work around my difficult hair (read: male pattern baldness). I have been going to Kaori for a year now and I plan to continue going!

Kaori was great! Very kind, fun to talk to, and skillful with my hair. Would come again for sure.read more

1.8 mi•Lower Haight, Hayes Valley

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Taylor Monroe

4.3(1.3k reviews)

As a 58 yr old woman it's nice to be noticed. Thanks to Benji I get compliments on my hair ALL the…read moretime! We've been on quite the hair journey since 2021, playing with a variety of shades of red. I've been loving being a redhead. I am 95% grey, which I have found is not easy to achieve perfect coverage. Benji's got me! I appreciate his excellent communication skills. He listens intently and asks a lot of clarifying questions to be sure that we're on the same page. He exceeds my expectations and I feel genuinely cared for in his hands. He's a sweetheart and so fun and easy to chat with during my services.

First time seeing Benji and I was more than impressed! I walked in looking like "expired/fried…read moresummer blonde" and walked out a bronde fall goddess From the moment I sat in his chair, he was incredibly personable, the kind of person you instantly feel like you've known forever. His attention to detail, his confidence, and the way he truly listens made me feel like this wasn't our first interaction before. The whole experience felt effortless and fun! Benji is officially my new favorite hairstylist in SF. If you're looking for someone who's not only talented but makes you feel completely at ease, he's your guy. Highly, highly recommend!

Done by Benji (instagram: wooneats)

Honey blonde Balayage by Emu

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Project XO Salon

4.8(68 reviews)

1.0 mi•SoMa

The Only Stylist You'll Ever Need - Hung at Project XO Salon…read more I've been seeing Hung at Project XO Salon for 20 years. That alone says a lot. Hung doesn't just cut hair; he really understands it. I can show him a random Pinterest photo or just explain what I have in mind, and he somehow creates exactly what I didn't even know I wanted. His style and skill are unmatched. He knows how to work with your face shape, hair texture, and what fits your lifestyle, not just what's popular. Even after 20 years, I still look forward to every appointment. That doesn't happen often. Want the best proof? My kid goes to him too. Trusting someone with your hair for 20 years, and your child's as well, isn't just loyalty. It's real confidence. If you're still jumping from stylist to stylist, looking for the right one, it's time to stop. Book an appointment with Hung at Project XO Salon. You'll wish you had done it sooner.

Hung gave me a great, simple, easy-care, timeless cut on my wavy hair, which is exactly what I…read morewanted. And he cut it dry, which is not something a lot of people will do, followed by a lovely shampoo and style. Thank you! It was a pleasure. Loving my cut.

1.3 mi•Japantown, Lower Pacific Heights

Rich brown balayage

Dark ash brown

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Bronde balayage for Veronica.

Arty

4.2(393 reviews)

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!!

This review is for Yumiko. I had specifically requested her because of all the great reviews I've…read moreseen. I was going to make a huge change starting with 27 inch long hair and no bangs. I wanted to try out short hair with bangs! It was kind of a shock when I saw the final result, but I ended up really loving what she did with my hair. It felt so light afterwards! She understood what I had wanted just from a few words/photos, and even taught me how to cut/style my hair by myself if I wanted to recreate the look. The hair wash/massage was relaxing and felt real nice as well. Highly recommend Yumiko and will be coming back for sure! :)

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

Yumiko gave me this perfect haircut and perm to make my first trip to Turkey beyond perfection. Thank you!

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KaYea Hair & Make-Up

4.8(229 reviews)

5.3 mi•Parkside

I have very thin hair, which makes it notoriously hard to style, and I've tried several…read morehairdressers over the years. No one has ever understood my hair the way Lee does. Every cut is thoughtful, fitting, and--most importantly--easy for me to manage day to day. I always leave the salon feeling confident, and the results last far longer than anywhere else I've been. Lee is truly exceptional, and I'm so grateful to have found someone who consistently makes my hair look its best.

I have been getting my hair cut by Mr. Lee for about a year now and every haircut is great! He is…read morevery friendly and efficient, and every experience has been amazing. I always request a two-block haircut and it is executed with precision every time. Highly recommend!

Sexy Curl Perms(?) lasted for 2+ months

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Steel & Lacquer

4.7(293 reviews)

1.1 mi•SoMa

Returning to The Bay after a four year hiatus, I desperately needed styling. Today I reunited with…read moremy longtime stylist, Cloe Washington. I wanted a Wolf cut, but not a mullet or a tight fade. Cloe did me right with a nice scissor fade, keeping it long on top. Trust!

Eventually, a woman named Victoria from Steel & Lacquer called and left me a voicemail apologizing…read morefor how difficult it had been to get help from the business. But by then, I had moved on to disputing the charge with my bank because I realized S&L wasn't keen on helping. So, they did make some effort in the absolute end to reach out, but it was absolutely too little too late.

I was so happy with my hair cut and beard trim!

Hair by Chrystal

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Hair by Marie

Hong Kong Mona Hair Studio

4.8(148 reviews)

3.8 mi•Inner Richmond

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I discovered Helen's salon 10 years ago after trying several other places and never feeling…read moresatisfied. The first time I walked into her salon, I loved the result, and I've been coming back ever since. I choose the style I want, and Helen executes it with precision every single time. I always leave happy. I brought my daughter, and she was very particular about her hair. She loved Helen's work so much that she brought her friends. Later, I took my teenage son as well. He loves his haircuts from Helen, so much that when she is on vacation, he would rather wait for her to return than go to anyone else. Helen is exceptionally precise with both women's and men's haircuts. Highly recommend!

Same great prices (new location!) Mona works SO quick and always has my hair exactly how it want…read moreit. No frills but more than worth the price.

1.6 mi•Alamo Square, Hayes Valley

Japanese Hair Straightening

The after - some light layers and curtain bangs

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Hair highlights

David James

4.8(295 reviews)

Nielle is the best!! I'm so glad I found her, I would follow her around the Bay Area. She keeps my…read morehair looking fresh and healthy after it went through a major thinning process. A shoulder cut can quickly look crazy on me (mullet alert) but she was able to perfectly layer my hair with some face framing bangs to come out perfectly balanced. Also she's the easiest person to talk to, makes your appointment feel so relaxing and peaceful like you're catching up with a long time girlfriend - she is theeee best!!

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!

0.2 mi•Union Square, Financial District

Cut by Sabrina.

Bleach and tone transformation by Devon.

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Bleach + tone and buzzcut on Devon, by Devon.

Patrick Evan Hair Salon

4.7(1k reviews)

Committed to quality results

Certified professionals

I've been seeing Vania at Patrick Evan Salon for nearly 15 years. She is an exceptional colorist…read moreand stylist with an artist's eye, and is the person I always seek out for my hair. I once had my color done elsewhere while traveling -- and came straight to Vania upon my return to fix it. Beyond hair, she and the other staff are genuinely warm and kind. I would give the salon infinite stars if I could!

I cannot recommend Vania Avila at Patrick Evan Salon enough. Vania is truly the best at what she…read moredoes. From haircuts to highlights and color, she absolutely nails it every single time. She takes the time to really listen, gives thoughtful and honest advice, and makes sure you feel confident and comfortable throughout the entire process. My color always comes out beautiful, natural, and perfectly blended, and my cuts grow out so well. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients and the health of their hair. The salon itself is beautiful, clean, and welcoming. They make you feel taken care of from the moment you walk in, offering coffee or tea and creating such a relaxing, upscale experience. On top of her talent, Vania is kind, professional, and so easy to talk to it's always a great time sitting in her chair. If you're looking for someone you can fully trust with your hair, Vania is it. Highly recommend!