We were visiting from Los Ángeles and wanted to get some much needed haircuts for my 14 year old daughter and I. We were a bit nervous to try a new hairdressr, however, had the free time. We contacted Kim and she was so nice even over the phone. We got same day appointments. She listened to our needs and provided some great feedback. We shared online pics of what we wanted and she cut our hair exactly like we asked. My daughter and I were impressed with how fast she cut our hair and the results. We would recommend Kim. She was hospitable, attentive, and transparent throughout the appointment. We will definitely be back! read more

I am extremely disappointed with my experience. Three days before my appointment, I went to the salon to ask about the price and was told the haircut would cost $40. However, after the service, the stylist charged me $45 without explaining the additional charge. It made me wonder if she added a tip herself because she knew I was unhappy and would not be leaving one. If that was the case, it was not authorized. I had planned to get haircuts for both myself and my six-year-old daughter, as well as color my hair. My hair was waist-length, and I was excited to have it shaped into a V-cut with two long layers. I showed the stylist a reference photo, but she only glanced at it and did not take the time to confirm exactly what I wanted before she started cutting. She started cutting around chin level and removed much more length than I expected. Instead of the long, layered V-shape I requested, she left me with a much shorter, rounded/oval haircut that I did not want. Clear communication and a proper consultation are essential before making such a drastic change to someone's long hair. After seeing the damage caused by the haircut, I did not want to risk letting her cut my six-year-old daughter's hair or color my hair, so I canceled the remaining services. I left feeling extremely upset and disappointed. This ruined my plans to have my hair looking beautiful for our upcoming Disneyland trip. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this salon based on my experience read more

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I called as soon as they opened and had an appointment for an hour later. I saw Kim and she gave me exactly what I wanted. I told her I'm willing to go as short as I need to to get my dead ends off, I wanted face framing layers, a U shaped cut and another long layer in the back. She recommended to not do a layer in the back because my hair is very thin. My hair came out great. I paid $65 because I added a shampoo and blow dry to my service. Please remember when you book here, a shampoo and blow dry is not included with a haircut. To give you an idea, I told Kim over the phone my hair is to the middle of my back and she said it would be $40-45 without shampoo and blow dry. read more

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Been going here for a year and am so sad I have to leave when I graduate because Helen is the BEST! Her experience and skill is amazing and she's just the sweetest. I love coming here and am going to miss it so much. It's also really affordable. I ask for layers and curtain bangs and it was around $40-45. It always grows out so pretty too. Highly recommend!! read more

Wow! This was honestly the best haircut I've ever received and it was the most affordable. $30 for a men's cut can't be beat. The woman who cut my hair was super meticulous. All I did was show her a picture of my hair after a good cut and she replicated it even better than before. I will absolutely be coming back here regularly and I cannot recommend it enough. Good vibes all the way. read more

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They take walk-ins and accept Venmo. I came here for a medium length haircut which is in the $40 range. For shorter male hair, I overheard somewhere in the $30 range. Haircut was average. The ladies who work here are sweet and will try to get to know you. read more

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My simple trim with no styling, no shampooing, no drying came out to $45 before tips. I don't understand why I did not get a wash & dry, it wasn't even offered to me or explained to me with a different price. I was baffled when the stylist told me it was done as I was thinking maybe the wash will happen after the trim instead. The pricing is very confusing since it gives a range, and my absolutely simplistic cut came out to the highest price point for a woman's cut. I was only told this was the total amount after she was done. Help me understand. read more

My brother got a haircut from this place and I have to say it looks like absolute S**T. His top was was too short. Guys this lady has no idea what she's doing my friends can cut hair way better than her. He even showed her a picture of the cut and she got it completely wrong. Guys if you want a cut don't go to this place. read more

This was my go to hair salon in Berkeley!! The women are incredibly sweet, and make you feel like you're at home. They are the fastest blowout I've ever done. In and out the door in 30 minutes with perfect hair and an unbeatable price. Even when they have a store full of customers, I'm guaranteed to be out the door within 45 minutes. Ive used their blowout and curling services for so many events, and they are the best!! read more

I am fairly upset my todays cut. I asked for a quick trim and to have a clean up. This included getting my sides cut down to a "2" and the top trimmed but then ended up leaving with almost a military style cut that is in the verge of buzzed. I hope in the future there is more of a quality check in how the stylists work with clients. read more

Great customer service! Kim is such a great hair dresser. Prices are fair. I highly recommend it! read more

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Kim is amazing! She is so knowledgeable, skilled, friendly, and efficient. I absolutely love her and her work. She was able to create the exact looks I wanted and has great pricing. Got an undercut, A-line bob, highlights, and curls. I would recommend her salon to anyone and everyone. The location is so convenient as well. read more

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I had Japanese hair straightening at Image Beauty Salon with Kim and it seems like she used an expired product and now i have breakages all over my hair which is very disturbing and I can't even style my hair as I want to.. I tried tons of products but didn't really work even Olaplex #3 but still. Every time I wash my hair I lose a big amount. My hair is everywhere in my house when I vacuum Otsa disaster...it's really sad to see my hair melting like a candle day after day it's really frustrating. DO NOT EVER GET THAT HAIR STRAIGHTENING AT HER SALON... YOU WILL BE SO SORRY read more

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If you are a nonbinary/queer person and want an undercut that suits your face shape, this hair stylist is incredible. I came in to see Kim with some references in mind and she made them a reality, all for an incredibly affordable price. Do not pass over this gem of a stylist, I want to come back for all future cuts!!! read more

Over the phone I told the hairdresser that I had medium length hair but it actually was considered long which was an honest mistake. I went in for a keratin treatment so it took a bit longer than expected due to the hair length. However, the hairdresser stayed half an hour after closing to finish my hair & really did her best considering my hair is a bit dry. She went above and beyond despite the salon being closed & I really appreciated it. Haircut was great, the keratin treatment speaks for itself based on other reviews. Definitely coming back! read more

Kim is the only person I truly trust my hair with! I've been going to her for the past couple of years and she's fantastic! She's caring, sweet and incredibly good at what she does. I'd recommend her to everyone -- she's truly talented! She also does an amazing job blow drying my hair. In addition to everything, she's flexible when it comes to making an appointment and is very affordable. read more

Great hair salon for a good price ($45 before tip to go from long hair to the middle of my back to a shoulder length length). They were able to fit in a same day hair cut when I called day of. The staff was friendly as well. read more

I had the worst experience here at this salon. My hair is beyond repair. The hair cut is uneven my left side is longer than my right. I ask for bangs and now I am left with my hair uneven short on one side and longer on the other. PLEASE do not go to this salon. I really tried my best throughout the appointment to ask for just a trim but I am left with 7 inches of my hair cut off and I am devastated. PLEASE DO NOT GO TO THIS SALON!!!!! THEY WILL DESTROY YOUR HAIR!!!!! THE LADY IS ALSO EXTREMELY RUDE!!!! update: i have went to a different salon and the stylist there was absolutely shocked due to the mistakes and how unskilled the stylist was. We were able to even out the bangs and the back of my hair but the "layers" that the stylist cut at image beauty salon was so blocky.... i upset devastated and I want my money back 40 dollars for my hair to be destroyed is terrible. DO NOT GO HERE!!! read more

This salon is a jewel to find! Kim, the owner, will really listen to you and give you her opinion - if you ask, or counsel you about what you want. She's a fantastic hair cutter/stylist and really takes her time -- no rush jobs! I am so happy that I found this place, after jumping around to different salons, looking for someone with her expert care! read more

Kim is the best. She went above and beyond to ensure my curly frizzy hair was became under control with the keratin treatment. She is so patient and and accommodating. She is also very reliable. I called a lot of keratin salons and she was one of the only few who answered the phone and provided very direct answers. She is very flexible and allowed me to come into her salon the same day. Most of all, she really cares about taking the time to ensure the results are satisfied and exceeded by the precaution she takes. She went over my hair and double checked the keratin was later put everywhere and the hair cut was straight. She's very sweet and a pleasant person to be around. Anyone who comes to Kim is in very good hands:) read more

Kim is everything you want in a hair cutter/stylist: she has Tons of experience, she is Friendly!, she Absolutely *Listens* to your input/requests/preferences (in a patient/generous way) (but if she has suggestions she will share and 'explain' them), And most importantly- like all Great hair cutters - she is an Excellent at *translating your description of what you want into an Actual Haircut that reflects that description/"the picture you had in your head" of the ideal result you wanted... That's what a good barber is supposed to do and she makes it happen! read more

I came in for a haircut because my hair was a little too long, I came out looking like a certain North Korean character... My girlfriend says I now have a canopy on my head and is still laughing after an hour. read more

I got a mere rain treatment here and really liked what she did it made my hair really straight and shiny and less damaged my Apple Pay didn't work and I didn't have any card on me she was nice enough to let me go and bring her cash the next day thank you I would highly recommend this place and will be back again read more

Kim did my Keritan hair treatment. It turned out absolutely beautiful. I'm extremely pleased. She took her time, and was meticulous in her manner. Plus has a sweet accommodating personality. I will keep on returning for a haircut or another Keritan treatment in the future. read more

I love Kim's haircuts and have been going to her for over 5 years now! Don't expect a super fancy salon with styling and washing, but great for a simple haircut at an affordable price. I always get lots of compliments on my hair after getting it cut at Image Salon, and little do people know it only cost me $35! read more

Loving my new hair! This place was definitely worth the trip. I took BART up from the East Bay just to come to this salon to get my hair dyed based on a friend's recommendation and I'm not disappointed. I called earlier in the day to ask about if they offered color services for men and prices. The stylist I spoke to answered my questions thoroughly. I ended up taking BART up and just walking in. It was a short wait when I got there, just 2 stylist with a client for each of them. Waited 10 minutes for one to finish up, not bad for a walk-in. I was in the chair and she helped me decide on a color and style that I liked. Not really sure what to go with as this was my first professional coloring. She ended up talking me off of going for a full coloring and just going for highlights as my hair was already a dark brown (same color I was thinking about dying as a base) She was fast and efficient in getting me prepped and product into my hair. From sitting down to getting out the door, I spent 30ish minutes there and I was impressed by how fast it was and how it came out. I think it looks pretty good and it was a great price for other salons that have quoted me. Definitely wanting to go back in the future for futher coloring read more

Kim is truly fantastic. She's extremely meticulous and takes questions and concerns wonderfully, especially in special cases like mine. I went through a period of hair loss and regrowth, and Kim did a wonderful job helping me mask bald spots during the low points and recapturing my old hairstyle afterwards, which I bet was incredibly tedious given that she basically had to work without any blueprints. I can't tell you how much confidence I've regained in my appearance thanks to her. Thanks so much! read more

Kim (I think that's her name, based on the past reviews) is super sweet. I asked for a 1-inch trim and showed her a picture of the kind of layering style I wanted. She gave me exactly what I asked for. The hair cut did take a bit longer than I was expecting (~30 min), but maybe because I was the only customer in the store at that time (Thursday morning), and so she was not rushing and was being diligent. Total was $25. I'd definitely come back for a simple haircut/trim, because Kim is very sweet and seems reliable. read more

Great job Kim, she is really good at cutting hair and paid attention to her customers

This place is amazing. I went a couple days before my wedding for a keratin treatment. First of all I was able to make a same day appointment which was great. I had never had a keratin treatment, so I was nervous but it was so worth it and it is still holding up months later. I don't have curly hair, more like frizzy and wavy but the frizziness is so much better after the treatment. I think it took close to two hours because you have to let the treatment soak in but so worth it and MUCH more affordable than other places where they quoted me close to 500 dollars. At Image, I paid less than 200. I will definitely be back!! read more

I'm a guy, got a Keratin treatment for the first time on my short hair. My hair looks very healthy and clean and Kim did an incredible job. She's also quick and efficient with cuts or trims. Highly recommend and very affordable. Thank you Kim! read more

great service and a great price. I got a shampoo and style for an event for $45 and it lasted all night.

This has been my go-to salon for over 7 years now. Even after I moved to SF, I still go back to Berkeley to get my Japanese Hair Straightening (perm) done by Kim. She's the best. Highly recommend. read more

Hands down Kim is the BEST stylist I have ever had. She is incredibly detailed, thorough, and gentle. She has a well-honed technique die cutting and blow-drying king hair. I cannot believe the value of this gem of a hair salon right in gourmet ghetto. read more

I absolutely love Image Beauty Salon, they are the only salon that I go to. I am a UC Berkeley student and finding salons that are professional and trustworthy yet still reasonably priced is really hard. You will run into a lot of $300+ salons in berkeley just for simple dye and haircut. That is outrageous. Image beauty salon has super cheap prices and the ladies are soooo nice. I am so close with them now. I love them and the whole place is a wonderful vibe. read more

I have been coming here for several years for Keratin hair treatments ("Brazilian Blowout") . I always love it and won't go anywhere else. Such a great price for keratin, you literally can't find a better deal in town! read more

Great haircut for the price! Perfect for college students!

I was very happy with my haircut, which was fast, inexpensive, and came out very cute. I received many compliments, and will return to this salon for my next cut as well. read more

When I moved to Berkeley back in 2013, I searched salons that offered keratin smoothing hair treatments (not Japanese nor Brazilian treatments since those damage the hair). I gave Image Beauty Salon a try, and I've been a regular costumer ever since. So I'm writing this review in hope to help those curly-hair ladies that want their curls to be loosen and smoothed out! And you won't see the roots mismatching the rest of your hair because the product Kim (my hair stylist) applies is meant to wear off gradually, after 4-5 months depending on how often you shampoo your hair (the type of shampoo is important as well, just ask Kim for suggestions!). I do it every 6 months. What I like about that 6-month period is that my hair goes through phases of looks - from wavy to curlier - and, if I want to wear it straight, it's just much easier to style, especially the first three months after the application. I also get a hair cut and highlights a week or two before I do the smoothing treatment. That has been my ritual for 6 years now! I hope you find this helpful in your search for a keratin treatment that only smooths out your curls! read more

I literally commute from SF to this place because Fiona is that good. I've been visiting her for about 3 years now, and always get the same cut. She's always great! read more