Seco Blowdry Studio was a life saver for my dinner event! I needed my hair done for an event last…read moreminute and I was looking for a place that was close by work and decently priced. Their online booking system was very straightforward and easy to book, and I was able to book a "Hollywood Waves" session with Nicole. It was nice that they offered the $45 price without hair wash. It's a small shop located inside the Colonnade Mall on South Lake Ave. You can park in the parking lot in the back and it's located on the bottom floor of the Mall. Nicole was very sweet and I showed her a few pictures of inspiration. I liked that she listened to what I wanted, I had mentioned that my hair tends to frizz when I have curls so I'm glad she was able to tame my hair so it didn't at the end. Nicole is very talented and she made the experience so relaxing, and it seemed so easy to make my hair so beautiful.

This is my new go to salon. I am loyal to Monique M here - if it ain't her, don't get near my hair…read more She has magical hands - my hair is the healthiest and longest it has ever been! It has grown so much since I started going with her. She also delivers every single time with styling my super straight hair and with the cut. I have never walked out unhappy with my cuts here which is a big deal since some stylists can cut off too much. She's such a sweet person & friendly!! She keeps it real and doesn't try to sell you anything you don't need like the trending glass toners on Tik tok.

Located on Lake Avenue in Pasadena CA. I came in the morning or mid-day. I came twice in 1 week. As…read morelong as you book your appointment online the night before, you're good to go. If you walk-in, you may be disappointed as they are pretty popular and book up. I got Cosmo tai. There is a style book with a 8 styles, so you don't need to search google. The stylists are really good here. The interior has natural light, but the back wash area is much larger than you think. A wash and style costs around $60. Just styling with no wash is around $44. Don't come 10 minutes late, or you will miss your wash. You will be offered coffee or champagne as a perk. Really love this place! The street parking is paid on the machine, but the cost is relatively low.

Have been to over 10 Drybar locations across NYC, LA, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, London, and…read morebeyond, and this Pasadena location was by far the worst experience I've ever had. The woman at the front was lovely and kind, so check-in and check-out were the only bright spots. I arrived with clean, wet hair and had already chosen the products I wanted used. Once I sat down, it was clear my stylist was in a mood. He refused to use any of the products I requested, saying he "doesn't like them," and proceeded to blow dry my hair with zero heat protection. The blowout was rough and he was aggressive with my hair, couldn't get it straight, and it was obvious I was in pain. Wanted to get up and walk out the entire time, and honestly should have. Went home, washed my hair, and redid it myself. Paying $70 for that experience was not okay. I don't write bad reviews often, but felt I had to warn others.

I wanted to leave an honest review about my experience here. My sister-in-law gifted me a $150 gift…read morecard for a head spa treatment at this place. As a first-time mom, it took me a while to finally make time for myself, so I was really looking forward to this experience after reading so many positive reviews. I arrived 15 minutes early as suggested so I could relax before my appointment. My appointment was scheduled for 11:15 AM, but I was not called in until around 11:35 AM. Since it was my first visit, I was expecting a bit more guidance and explanation throughout the process. During the treatment, I received a scalp analysis at the beginning, but I was a little disappointed that there was no post-treatment scalp check afterward to compare the results or see any difference. The massage itself was great and relaxing, but I also felt uncomfortable at times because the eye mask and the water used while washing my hair felt too hot occasionally. At checkout, I felt confused about the charges because the receptionist was chatting with coworkers and handling a DoorDash order while assisting me, so the deposit and final charges were not clearly explained to me. I ended up just paying and leaving because I did not feel like I had her full attention, and I decided it would be better to email afterward for clarification. Thankfully, the owner was very kind, responded to my email promptly, clarified the issue, and offered to refund the mistaken charge. I really appreciated how professionally the owner handled the situation. Overall, while there were parts of the experience I enjoyed, especially the massage and the owner's customer service afterward, the visit itself did not fully meet the expectations I had going in.

I completed a few visits before writing this review because I wanted to make sure my amazing…read moreexperiences weren't flukes!! But now after doing 3 scalp spa treatments, a massage and 1 blow out, I can very confidently say that Scalp Sanctuary is worth every minute and dollar you spend here. The staff is incredible (thank you Capri, Cassandra and Alex!) and the space truly is a sanctuary. The decor is to minimal and calming - and gorgeous. The treatment rooms are so beautiful, the whole world disappears once you step inside. I have very dry scalp issues and have noticed a huge improvement since starting to go to Scalp Sanctuary regularly (I just dropped my DryBar membership and joined SS's!). If you're on the fence about trying this spa out, don't hesitate to book your service! You will be so happy you did.

If you're looking for a place to get a great blowout, this is it! I have long and thick hair that I…read morehate having to blowdry myself, so I love a blowout. Every person here does an incredible job! I've been coming almost weekly at this point. Love the products they use, they are always friendly, and they're fast. Definitely come here if you're thinking about it!

Got an appointment on a whim before my work christmas party. 1000/10 experience. My hair looks…read morebeautiful even the next day. Definitely going to be a regular!

Very rude and unprofessional salon. I waited 30 minutes…read moresimply to get pricing information. During that time, the stylist says she's busy go talk to assistant. the assistant doesn't know prices, she has to "look them up on her screen" and has to find her login password.. I wait then she.. gets a phone call, but she doesn't not put the phone caller on hold; instead, she prioritizes the call over an in-person guest who had already been waiting. At this point I'm just over it.. this salon has no basic service standards. So I write a short review. But the real issue is the salon manager, Cathy. See screenshot Rather than acknowledging the experience or taking responsibility, her response to my review was defensive, dismissive, and borderline hostile. She reframes the situation and even added a passive-aggressive comment along the lines of "too bad we can't review you." Wow! That last remark says everything about the culture here. Customer feedback should be met with accountability. A manager who responds vengefully instead of constructively tells you everything you need in how guests are valued. If this is how concerns are handled publicly, I would be very cautious about how problems are handled here about your hair!

I visited this salon for a deva cut and then highlights and a treatment. Even though I paid over…read more$500 for both services combined (which is the most I have EVER paid for my hair), I was happy with the cut and with the color. The stylist was very knowledgeable about curly hair which I attribute to the cost of their service. I don't think I'd return for color again but will definitely return for the deva cuts. It could be helpful to give customers a rough estimate of the booked service so we get the chance to financially plan instead of being told the price once we're in the chair- at that point, I feel most customers could feel obligated to comply.

I scheduled a month ago for my nieces party. Two sisters for hair and makeup and 11:00. One would…read morebe getting hair while the other makeup and then switch. I text Liz to ask if they can add my sister at 10:00 for hair and makeup and she confirmed yes. I have all the proof on my text. Then a few days before I asked if they could do my hair at 9:30 no makeup and they were nice enough to accommodate me (or so I thought) fast forward to day of our big event. Yes I was running late and they moved it down that was my fault. But when my sister got there at 10:00 they started asking for one of my nieces saying one of them was suppose to be at 10:15. My sister called me on speaker and Liz was very rude and unprofessional. She totally made my sister feel so uncomfortable on a very important day for her and her daughters. It made me so upset that the start of their big day was ruined by how rude they were being treated and how Liz was yelling at me on the phone. I sent screenshots to my sister so she can show them proof of all our conversations. Liz dismissed it still blaming me. I told my sister here is the text she sent me with prices because I have a feeling she's going to try to charge you more. Sure enough my sister said she tried to charge her more. Upon seeing my nieces to get them in their quinceñera dress I could not believe the makeup that was done on them. I could have done a better job. They slapped sloppy glitter on top of their eyelids and put on cheap eyelashes. Their makeup looked lfar from special and the girls were so disappointed they almost cried. This "beauty bar" is not for a special occasion! Avoid at all cost. You will be disappointed. The makeup artist is nicer than Liz that's for sure but does not do quality work. Pay more for makeup because a cheap price comes with cheap makeup and hair . Update! The business intended to clarify but they are wrong. The attitude of Liz ruined what was suppose to be a special moment for my sister and nieces! There was no need to be rude and yell at me on the phone!

If you're looking for a spa, check this place out. This spa is clean and centrally located in…read morePasadena with reasonably comparable prices. I love coming here for facials and to touch up my brows. I utilize the services of Julie, who is very attentive to detail and your personal skin care needs - this is your go to person. For my facials, I let her take the lead and go with what she feels my skin needs. I have never had any issues from the products used and I have always been satisfied with the outcome. I'm not going to lie, the extractions hurt but they're necessary so just grit your teeth and the process will be over before you know it. This spa is located in a plaza with a very ample parking lot. It is monitored so make sure you pay for your parking (I believe the first 30 or 90 mins are free...forgot the deets on that) or you will come back to a ticket. If you're in a need of a snack before your appointment, there are several coffee shops you will pass before reaching the spa. Appointments are required as is a deposit for services.

Jennifer is amazing!…read more I had my hair done by Jennifer today at Studio K in Pasadena. The salon itself was absolutely beautiful and spotless. Everything felt so clean and well-maintained, and it almost felt like getting my hair done in a lovely café. I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I asked for a K-pop-inspired style, and Jennifer really listened carefully to what I wanted and understood exactly what I meant. She made me look so much younger and more beautiful. I absolutely love my new hair. Thank you, Jennifer, for making me feel like I look years younger. I'll definitely be back. See you again, Jennifer!

Not the greatest haircut…read more My hair has loose yet defined curls. I asked for and was assured the hairstylist had experience with curly hair. Unfortunately this was not the case. My hair was kind of a chop job that took months and other haircuts to fix. Won't be returning.

Needed to refresh my color and Emily did an amazing job…read more She asked me questions and ensured that she understood what I wanted before starting. She showed me color options and gave me her opinions which helped narrow down what color we would end up doing. Emily's personality is also so amazing. She's so outgoing and nice and it just felt like we were friends hanging out. I highly recommend booking with her. My hair turned out so well! The salon is also so nice and clean. It's located by El Portal and yes, there's a parking lot for them.

Came here for the first time today and came out loving my new look. Emily was amazing. She gave me…read morea haircut that fit my facial features and styled it well. Plus, I enjoyed my conversation with her. Definitely recommend them for a much needed self-care moment.

Amazing place . Great stylist . Affordable pricing and very accommodating , welcoming stylist …read more Everyone was so nice. Great customer service . Loved my hair and also loved they provide complimentary coffee and chocolate. Definitely will be going back .

They took me on a last-minute appointment on December 31, which was awesome because I couldn't find…read moreanywhere else available. Parking may seem deceivingly unavailable, but every time I've come to this little plaza, I've seen a spot, so I feel like that's never a concern. Everyone was charming, and they listened to what you wanted. I'll be back!

Went there recently with my daughter and we were able to get appointments a day before. Ladies are…read moreprofessional, and the place is very open and clean.

Was able to get a same day appointment for my daughter and I. I had a spa pedicure and she had a…read moregel manicure. The person who did my daughter's nails did a nice job on her nails but she wasn't very personable. My person was a little more friendly and did a lovely job as well. My daughter really liked the vibe of the place in the photos and is one of the reasons we picked it. It's got a very cool look but in terms of comfort I prefer the massage chairs at other places. It's in Old Town Pasadena so parking can be tricky.