Best loctician in the city -sol'le Came as a walk in and got treated as if I was a long term client. Very gentle and welcoming. Helped me with all my needs read more

Unfortunately, I have to write this review despite having previously visited and loved this salon. I usually keep to myself when I'm upset but today was too horrible to ignore. As someone who has been screwed over by LA salons with apparently good reviews, I feel the need to warn people about bad experiences and not sugarcoat. First, about me: I have shoulder-length microlocs which I got established at Loc Lov about two years ago. They were established really well, by a stylist who took care to make sure the base of each loc was thick enough to hold the weight of the loc. I usually get my maintenance done at Loc Lov when they have availability. But they get booked up often. So when they don't have space, I get my maintenance done by a stylist named Lele here at Locafella. Lele is awesome, kind, and listens to the client. I usually come early, around 7 AM, on the weekends to see her. Lele appears to have recently moved to another salon, which is a shame. Because I didn't know where she moved to at first, I booked another stylist at this space for interlocking maintenance. I then received a text message from the stylist saying she was not available to do microlocs (even though their website allowed me to book her online) so she switched me to another stylist named Christina. Christina is generally a nice person but there were several issues with my service today. - When I arrived at 10 AM at the salon, Christina was nowhere to be found. 30 minutes passed. Other stylists offered to call her for me. I finally got in touch with her and she told me she would not be arriving until 11 AM. - Starting an hour late, the hair wash was excruciating as Christina kept pulling my hair back way too hard. I didn't see how this was necessary for hair washing. But I let it be. - I told Christina that I did not want my interlocking done too tightly. I care a lot about scalp health, and would rather my hair look less neat and be comfortable than I suffer from traction alopecia. Despite this plea, Christina did my hair extremely tight. I had to tell her to undo a few because they were too tight. What's even more bothersome is that the edges of my hair that she did on the left side are FAR too tight. I'm truly nervous that the hair there will become weakened and that I'll get traction bumps. Even now, I can't lay my head down on that side and can feel the tightness. - Furthermore, she told me that I did not have to get interlock maintenance until I had an inch of new growth - suggesting that I came in too early. I was confused by this statement and had NEVER heard of such advice for microlocs. I had already waited 10 weeks and had an inch of new growth. Waiting any longer would have done damage to the stability of my locs. - During the interlocking process, Christina was rough with separation of my locs. This also made her advice to wait longer to come in even more confusing. I finally stopped the appointment early when she separated one loc so roughly, that it hung nearly completely apart from the root. I was in shock and she told me it wasn't because of the separation. But I know my hair really well and that loc was never that thin. I asked her to crochet repair that loc and then to stop. - I was charged $280, even though my head wasn't done. When I stopped the process, half of my head wasn't done (only the back of my head and some of my left side was complete). However, I'm glad I had the foresight to stop the process as she would've damaged my locs and caused more traction alopecia in the front if I had let her continue. - While this salon is generally clean, this isn't the first time I've gotten bitten by a mosquito here. They have some sort of infestation and have for a while. Today, the stylists talked about but nothing was done. I'm not sure if anyone was called. - It was also extremely hot in the salon. - Furthermore, the other stylists seemed generally anti-customer and spent the whole time talking about a specific customer who apparently wanted too much done. I'm sorry, but I will not be returning here ever to get my locs done. It feels like my voice as a customer is not being heard. read more

Fantastic experience all around. It was so easy to book a rather last minute appointment, and when I called the studio for clarification, I was given prompt and helpful guidance. My orginal stylist, Keneshia, was super kind and responsive, and when their was a last minute schedule change, La'Drea kindly stepped in! She is just amazing. I had a lot of new growth and sad little microlocs, and she worked quickly! (Guys it was so bad she needed to do an 8 point rotation! Wahh im sorryy) Not only did she get me all the way together, but we keke'd the entire time! Such a wonderful human! Im so glad to have found this place! read more

oh my yrs back this place felt like they were on to something. my experiences as a senior with short hair i get it hard to begin the process. the loctician i worked with just took money monthly instead of just saying u need more growth. i paid dearly only to sleep that night and the unravels began soooo i stopped going after a while. no one followed up as to why and yeah im good went ole school locs coming back now thanks to Mother earth and sunlight ! ha read more

I agree with the other reviews. It doesn't seem like people want to work here. The customer service is so bad, I have no idea how they are still in business. This is definitely a place that cares about your money more than your hair and your experience. They're not friendly at all. read more

I booked my husband appointment with kalaiya.. she did not show up nor did she reach out when he reached out to her she responded almost a hour later stating she did not know she had an appointment today remind you this was his second time with her first time she pushed his appointment two hrs later i told him give her another chance but never again very unprofessional and inconsiderate read more

I set an appointment early in the week for friday, the friday morning she texted and said she cannot make so i asked if anyone else would as available and no one was available. I rescheduled to the following friday. The braided did not show up. I was getting cornrows and confirmed with the braided the morning of the rescheduled appointment read more

This business is beyond disorganized. Just to make an appointment is like pulling teeth. Doesn't seem like anybody wants to work there?! Finally when we got our appointment time, (The barber had us waiting for 1.5 hrs while he took his sweet time) walking outside to smoke and chat with friends. I would rather take my money to people that actually care about barbering. There are so many good places on Melrose, don't support this weird energy salon. read more

Update on December 9, 2023 This is me updating my previous 2-star to a 5-star. Within minutes of my leaving the review, the owner contacted me and we spoke by phone. At first, I was hesitant because of too many bad experiences with businesses here in SoCal who get defensive. Everything is your fault or "too bad, so sad." But something told me to keep an open mind and I'm glad I did. She was incredibly gracious. In the call, she invited me back to the shop so I could get my interlocs tightened properly. Initially, I said no, due to the drive. But again, she had positive vibes and I really do want to like this shop. It's in a cool spot on Melrose with artsy energy, dope music, and it's gorgeous inside. Jazz did not disappoint. The second trip was far better than the first. She greeted me when I walked in, which did not happen on my first visit. The first time, I was wondering who my stylist was and after several minutes, I had to get up and ask somebody. But Jazz was engaging, friendly, and also efficient with the needlework. Below are the photos for before and after. I'll definitely be connecting with her for future appointments! --------- December 6, 2023 I don't like leaving unpleasant reviews for minority-owned businesses. Mostly, I just won't leave the review and will move on. But I had such high hopes for this place that I visited in a pinch before leaving for Vegas. Hopefully, this review will help Ladrea to work on time management. It was a serious problem that day. Fine, that happens in all shops at times, but she was rushing so hard my locs now look like they're three months old instead of just one month. My loctitian was Ladrea and maybe she was just having a day, maybe it was the last-minute nature of the appointment (I made it online, and the time slots had her as available). I went for a wash and tightening of my interlocks. I made clear in the notes for the appointment that my last tightening had been six months prior, so she could reasonably estimate the hours this would require. When I got there, she told me it would be a 20-minute wait. I was cool with that. But then her next appointment after me showed up about 2.5 to 3 hours into the job and she still had quite a bit of head left to loc on me. She really had to rush to get through it, and she told the next person she would be about half an hour late. Ordinarily, it takes about 6-7 hours because I go a long time. Ladrea got it done in 4. The wash was so-so. Very light. Didn't mess with my scalp, just the hair at the root. Had I known she wouldn't really get into my scalp, I would have deep-washed it myself beforehand. The description said the appointment came with a wash so I did not. They looked okay when I left the chair; not necessarily impressive but fine. But later that week, I found a loc in the very front that wasn't completely finished. Since then, I've found other locs she only halfway interlocked. Hairs were flying everywhere on the locs; normally, other locticians clean them up by wrapping them around or snipping them. Other locticians also add gel or product for a smooth, polished finish, and oil so they're glistening. This time, they were really rough. A month later, I am having to cave in early and contact one of my previous loctitians to request an emergency appointment. None of them were available a month ago; that's why I tried Locafella. I haven't gone for a tightening this soon since I first started locs. My locs have never looked this raggedy a month after the job. Never. They normally keep their luster for the first month to 6 weeks, and even after that, I can work with them for another six weeks to have them looking presentable. This is disappointing. On top of that, I tipped a respectable rate. The photos and reviews for this shop looked amazing. I'm not saying I'll never try this place again but I live in Torrance. That's a drive. read more

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I really wanted to love this place, and I'm very hesitant to share such a low review of a Black Owned shop, but I really wish Locafella respected the time of their clients more. My first time here I had come from a color appointment so freshly washed and needed retwists. I had booked online with a stylist and was ready. I generally do my own retwists 1x a month so my hair is in pretty good shape. The stylist was no where near done with the previous client so after waiting about 30-40 minutes I was shuffled to another stylist, Christina. She did a nice job and although I only get professionally retwisted every few more the instead of doing my own, I kept her card to use her next time. I booked online, (with a deposit) but come day of the appointment Christina texted me to say she was running 45 mins late. I really appreciated this as I have a tight schedule and after a little back and forth we decided to reschedule for next month. No big deal and I had a big event coming up that it would be best to have fresh locs for. I explained again I woukd be coming from a color appointment so didn't need a wash or anything, just a retwist. I walked in today exactly on time to find the stylist maybe a little over 1/2way done with their previous client. No text to say she was running behind. What exactly is the point of online booking with a deposit if no one is going to adhere to it? I've put down money because I respect the stylist time to as for a deposit to keep the appointment. Why can I not get the same respect to keep that appointment. 45 mins into my scheduled time I just asked them to return my deposit and cancelled. I won't be back. It's really disappointing that I'm not able to leave a positive review, but I'm sitting here doing my own hair much later than I planned because respect isn't a two way street anymore. read more

This a dope establishment all the ladies are extremely chill no bad vibes at all good music good conversation like I said a cool vibe. I go see La'Drea (@ecstatic_crowns on IG)she gets me right every time. Washes my hair(for additional price she'll offer to detox you if needed) I get double strand style every time they stay in the style at least 2 months(seriously they lasted 2 months). She's awesome not heavy handed extremely quick I'm usually out of there within an hour to an hour and half. My hair is always crispy af when she's done with me. read more

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Everytime I come here for my appointments the service is always good quality and on point. No waiting time which is important! Icey always gets me right with the retwist, wash, and design. If you ever come here, ask for Icy read more

Been coming here since I started my loc journey in March this year, and this would've actually been a 5 star review, if at my last visit on 11/25, I hadn't witnessed two loctitians going at each other, arguing back/forth on the floor until one of them finally just stormed out...it's usually such a chill/calm environment, and even tho my experience was still a good one (as always), this incident definitely put a damper on it...locafella loc studio is one of the few loc studios (that I know of) that's black woman OWNED, with an ALL WOMEN staff, and multiple locations, which is rare and highly commendable, but, ladies, let's take our in house issues behind closed doors where the client(s) isn't privy to the conflict... read more

I had the pleasure of getting my hair done before vacation and one word...speechless. I was left SPEECHLESS! My knotless braids were beautifully done and I felt stunning!!! I could not stop looking in the mirror or taking selfies. I was ready to flaunt my braids on the Caribbean beaches and piña colada in hand. It was both an honor and pleasure being in the presence of La'Drea. The service she provided was unforgettable. She made me feel comfortable, she was gentle, and educated me on how to care and maintain my braids. She exudes a grace and energy about her that will surely having you coming back for more. It was easy to tip her $100. -- a customer for life! read more

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Nubia is my longtime stylist & so I follow her anywhere! I was a little afraid of going to a Loc studio not having or getting locs done. Nubia has the softest touch ever you don't even feel her doing your hair. No matter what style I get I never have my head hurt & you feel the love she has for her craft! I feel like a Queen every time Nubia does my hair. As the location goes, I as well as the others was apprehensive about there being parking on Melrose & thankfully to my surprise it was open meter right in front of the salon. I came in on a rainy day & they had a rack set out for jackets not to be in the way & umbrellas. Felt super safe bringing my baby in & knowing there weren't gonna be any safety issues. We loved the energy in there! Baby girl was at ease, I was able to hold her in my chair while getting my hair done. All the stylists are extremely friendly & super knowledgeable in all hairstyles & types. read more

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Kaliya was awesome and took great care of me with a last minute scheduling. Definitely coming back.

Only down one star b/c Lordy the parking is a B. I drive up from LB just to see Mrs Jackie O. She is helping me learn patience as we turn my long curly hair into beautiful palm rolled locs. I have very soft hair so it is a process and each time she must do a protected style until everything "buds". I appreciate her willingness to try new updos and listen to an old lady for hours while she neatly and professionally does my hair. The shop is neat, the music is not too loud, nor are there folks on speaker phone () thankfully. Get it done right, not fast. If she thinks your desires do not meet with reality she respectfully tells you so and offers an alternative. They take cash but I usually pay via Zelle. read more

If you are in the LA area make sure you make an appt with LaDrea! She is absolutely amazing. She literally has growing hands. Every time I get up from her chair I have a style that lasts and healthier flowing locs! This place is literally a one stop shop! Everyone is super nice but I don't trust my locs with anyone but LaDrea! read more

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My son has been going to Drea @ecstaticcrowns for a few years now and she always gets him right. For someone that is tender headed, Drea is always gentle with him. Highly recommended read more

Locafella Loc Studio - 2 strand flat twists - Hair Stylists Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Locafella is a fantastic hair salon. I was able to get an appointment the same day I called. The owner was very kind and professional. She put me in touch with Dreya. When I arrived at Locafella, the studio was clean and filled with beautiful art and relaxing music. All stylists were very kind to every person that walked through the door. Dreya is fast, an awesome person to talk to, and my new loctician. I've received many compliments on my hair and ran out of business cards. If you are looking for a posh salon filled with professionals, this is the place to be. read more

Locafella Loc Studio - I love my hair style! - Hair Stylists Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The vibe of this place is incredible as soon as you walk in. Everyone is mad chill and the aesthetic is elegant and classy. I called in the morning of and got an appointment just a few hours later. The owner of the shop has done a great job of creating a real safe, professional and comfortable environment for customers. I even had a glass of wine during my visit, compliments of the shop! It was the best experience I've had in LA getting my locks done. Thank you Jasmine and Chyna for an incredible experience!!! I'll be back soon JUNO read more

I had an incredible experience at Locafella. My typical loc gal who works for her home wasn't available last minute and I was in a way. Several spots on Melrose couldn't help me but I stopped into Locafella and Icey hooked me up right then .. they even stayed late on a Friday to get me a dope retwist. I was super grateful. Awesome vibe and location and a talented team of super cool professionals. Looking forward to being a regular! read more

Our stylish was on time, The salon was clean, the restroom was clean it was a nice vibe. I would definitely recommend going to get your hair done here. My son's hair came out really nice. read more

Started my loc journey as of TODAY! I spoke to Tyra several days before, sent in photos and she made me feel so at ease. Coils is what she and I decided on. She's very professional, sweet and did I say professional. Oh and the shops decor is so nice. I would highly recommend her. I will definitely return. read more

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I highly recommend this place not just for the friendly environment and good music but the level of care given to the clients. I found this place after having a bad experience with a loctician and found Jasmin and told her about my hair journey. She listened and made sure to cater to my comfortability while educating me on the process. I have stayed in her chair/shop since! read more

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Unfortunately, I did not have a great experience with Locafella, especially because I was looking forward to the appointment after reading all the great reviews. This was my first time trying them out as I'm not in LA often. I booked an appointment with a stylist that many ppl recommended on Yelp. The day of the appointment, she had to reschedule for the end of the next day, not a big deal. When I arrived, she was not done with her previous client, so I waited for almost 30 min. She did a little bit of work on my hair, but didn't get so far because I'm tender-headed and it was getting late. She recommended that I come in again within thirty days, and she would try interlocking, free of charge. I agreed, as my hair looked fine at the moment, and I would just come in again soon. Well, about two weeks later, I reached out to schedule a follow-up appointment, and she was out of town. She didn't know when she would be back, and said she would keep me posted. By this point, my hair really started to get messy as the previous session wasn't holding up. I sent a follow-up message a week later, but no response. I tried one last time after the 30 days had passed, but that didn't work out either. It's just a little frustrating because we rescheduled and started late, leaving little time to work on my hair, and then the stylist didn't follow up with the appointment she offered. Now my hair doesn't look so great only a month later, and I feel like I wasted my money. read more

Icey Locs is the truth she charges affordable prices and does the best work & every one one the shop is so inviting and cool I suggest locafella to who ever has dreads read more

Jackie was great, very gentle and does amazing work. Shop is very clean and has great music. All the ladies in the shop were very nice. Only issue is parking. But if you arrive early enough you can find street parking. read more

Love this establishment. Everyone was so very nice and professional. Paige is awesome. My first time there, and definitely not my last. read more

Locafella Loc Studio - In love with my new Faux Locs.. Thank you Paige.. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Los Angeles, California

La'Drea makes every experience I have at Locafella great. She pays attention to detail and always asks me the right questions around what style I would like for my locs, I've never been disappointed. I make my appointments with her because she never has me waiting, La'Drea is very respectful of my time and busy schedule. She's so genuine with her interactions with clients. I watch how she interacts with the other artists in the shop, I can tell she's a team player. People don't follow shops, they follow people lol ..... I'd follow her anywhere!!!!!! The studio is nice I love the soul energy it carr read more

The stylist made me feel comfortable as I had never been to this hair establishment. Drea, was prompt and got my appointment started on time. The music was playing and stylists seemingly dancing/vibing while they conducted their services, it was a factor in me feeling at ease for my new appointment. Drea was quick and left my hair looking great, I would definitely recommend this stylist, and shop to anyone that is on their loc journey, whether a loc veteran or just starting out. Drea and Locafella, will hook you up. read more

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I am so so happy I found this salon! My son had been growing his hair out and really wanted locs. Unfortunately his hair is too curly and would have needed instalocs (which was out of our budget). Our stylist was Paige who explained everything to us. She was more than helpful. I didn't catch anyone else's name but we were greeted as soon as we walked it which just felt good. Paige was able to do braids for my son and he is like a new person. I can see such a change in his confidence because he KNOWS he looks good. Very happy momma here! read more

Nisha hooked me up!! She did what was expected and then went over the top with the execution!! She educated me on how to maintain my locs and how to keep them in tact. And best of all when she was finished the style wasn't to tight or to loose it was Perfect!! read more

I moved here from the east coast last year and I chose this place because it's black owned and full of hard working woman who know what they're doing. The only thing I gotta get accustomed to is the Prices because the east coast it's fairly cheaper but I guess that's what it's like living in LA. I've gotten my locs retwisted using icy, Paige, and Nia. All were good and specialized in different things. I like using icy for detoxes and simple retwisting or two strands, I like Paige for two strands, and I used Nia for 3 strands. read more

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My loctician Icey is absolutely the best! Her attention to detail in giving you the parting you desire is on point, she's quick and has you in and out the shop in no time. Her prices are more than reasonable. I wish there were a way that I could give her 10 stars, butta can't. My review really doesn't do justice to describing the quality of care to your locs you'll receive. Hands down - SHE IS THE BEST!!! I hope my post convinces you enough to give her a try. You WIIL NOT be disappointed. read more

I booked a passion twist Style and didn't get that. After sitting in a chair for 11 hours and the stylist failing to communicate that she couldn't do the style I walked out of the salon with a style in my hair that my 9 year old niece could've done a lot better at on her first try. I reached out to the stylist and instead of holding herself accountable and admitting that she didn't know how to do the style she blamed it on the type of hair used and my hair texture. Here's the kicker I also do hair, and I've done this style on several clients (all with different hair texture) and none of their hair turned out like mine. I was told that another stylist would be able to do it but the owner (who I was communicating with throughout the day) never responded with a time. There are a lot of talented stylist in this salon I recommend triple checking that when you book with Jackie she can actually do the style you're requesting. read more

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When the conversation about twisting locs presents itself you have to mention this Studio right here! I have been here twice now and it's safe to say that I found my new location. Great hospitality, calm vibes, and excellent customer service, and to add; This business is black owned. I want to shout out Mello Brooks. The amount of care and perfectionist she puts into the craft of twisting locs is unbelievable. I recommend you guys checking this place out and look for Mello B, you won't be disappointed! read more

Don't be fooled by the name. They don't just do locs. LaDrea did braids for my tender headed kids with no complaints and they looked perfect. The place has a cool calm vibe. People are all nice but LaDrea is the reason to go. read more

Ask for Icey! She is good with the crochet needle and retwists good overall! Very clean work and dope spot. You won't regret it

First I want to say the Locafella is pretty cool. Growing up listening to Jayz and Rocafella I immediately put together the two. Anyways onto the review. I was referred to the loctician Nubia through a friend. She was able to get me in under short notice. When I asked for the location of the shop and she said Melrose, I a little overwhelmed with that being a busy area but when I arrived I was able to find parking easily within the neighborhood. I recommend avoiding meter parking directly on Melrose and find parking within the neighborhood. This will allow you to relax in peace while getting your hair done. I expressed my concern with Nubia with doing the palm rolling method. So we tried the crochet method. She did cleanest parts ever! I've had the same crochet method done by others but somehow I also loss length. She was also helpful making my daughter comfortable while she was there waiting for me to finish. It was a great all around experience. The shop was clean and the other locticians were nice. I'll defintely be coming back! read more

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