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Bridal hair services

Blowout

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Cut and color

Applying hair extensions

Hair extension coloring

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Hair extension removal

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The salon asked me to remove my review so the business  didn't suffer. No apology or effort to make something right. Rude.
Viviana R.

Review is for Starr. Found her on IG, her pictures seemed fair, reasonable work especially for Gilroy! It's been hard finding a good local stylist. I went the first time for all over highlights and touch up. She doesn't talk or have a bubbly personality, complete different experience. Long story short, I left with a bad blow dry, barely any product and tons of fly aways. I get home and the highlight is HORRIBLE. The top of my head looks like a leopard, no blend to my root whatsoever. I messaged Starr the next day and she agreed to fix it. Again the process was very fast and she tells me she can't blow dry. If it don't look right to go back. I leave the salon with my head drenched, only to come home and see the product still on my scalp and the problem still visible. At that point I didn't bother to call her back. I went back to my hair dresser to correct the problem. I would not go back. In my experience, she lacks experience, needs more training & customer service skills. The salon is decent, could be better.

Kathy B.

After trying to hold out for months until I could find a good chunk of time to go to regular stylist in San Jose, my schedule just didn't allow it, so I started my search for a local salon and stylist. Being new to the area, I looked to Yelp to guide me to the right salon and stylist. Glad I did because it led me here and to Mel! I've seen her twice now and both times she's proven she is a pro in her craft. She's also incredibly nice and down to Earth which makes conversation easy and super low pressure. The salon itself is beautiful and well maintained. The other stylists are very nice and you can tell the atmosphere is a good one!

I love my hair!
Karen V.

I booked online with Starr, she responded to me super fast and we discussed pricing and details. The shop is so nice and the staff i got to meet that day we're all the sweetest. Starr had a lot on her hands as my hair was very long, thick and yes.... I had some box dye on it (don't do that people lol) before she was even done i was so happy! I love her work, i had been obsessing over her IG and other clients photos, but to see her give my hair the look i wanted- speechless. Being new to the area i was very nervous but within minutes i knew i was in the best chair around! Thanks for your hard work Starr!

Bad attempt #1

This is just a review for the hair stylist Starr Fries: I've known her since middle school so I thought I'd go and support her! I love the way she did my hair and I thought she would be equally as gifted in extensions. I was so wrong. She bought the wrong hair extensions color, ignored my concerns, my hair extensions did not blend, and she actually trimmed down my real hair to the point where it looks horrible without extensions! Plus she would ignore my initiations to start a conversation to talk with her stylist friends. Completely unprofessional. I went to her three times to try and fix her mistakes. Then when I was upset that the final results wasn't what I wanted, she just cancelled my appointment. I spent more than $1800 on the extensions and her attempts to correct her mistakes. I'm just sad it had to end in this way.

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Betty M.

Love coming here!! Star is my girl!!! Clean environment, friendly and in a very good location. Lots of parking.

I have been going to Mel for almost a year. My hair is still very healthy throughout the process of going blonde.. red.. then back to blonde from "natural hair." She's been very knowledgeable on what to do with my hair. Thanks Mel!

Felisha M.

Andrea is my absolute favorite ever she always delivers exactly what I ask for and also recommends the best when I'm not sure. I would definitely recommend her to family, friends and anyone looking for a new favorite hair stylist ‍

Jae O.

Attached below is a photo of lashes after a lash lift at Alchemy. I am pretty dissapointed with the service and when I contacted sam about this, She made it clear that she doesn't do refunds but would attempt to lift them again or give a portion back for her time and not product used. I decided it wasnt worth it to return to this place. I also scheduled my appointment 5 days in advance. The day of my appointment, she messaged me an hour before the service asking to reschedule. I live in Monterey so an hour notice is clearly not enough time. Anyway, I read her message once I reached Gilroy and explained to her my situation. She agreed to not cancel and take me in. I did not think there was anything outstanding about this place. 5 star reviews are misleading.

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I went in for an ultimate blonding service and a hair cut and I was so pleased with the results! This was my first time getting this service and I was also cutting off some length and making a huge change. Justina was my stylist and she made me feel comfortable about the drastic change i was about to undergo. She took her time and I was impressed by her coloring expertise and the confidence she had in her abilities and her artistry with blonding and cutting. I felt so beautiful and confident when she was finished I couldn't stop smiling and looking at myself in the mirror! The salon was clean and decorated nicely with mounted plants. I was offered coffee and was welcomed by Justina, Sam the owner and the other stylists working. It was a wonderful experience and I will be going back! Thank you so much Mane and Skin for a lovely experience!

Safely and impressively lifted that virgin black hair in first process in years! Thank you Starr !  You have magic hands.
Christine P.

I'm a busy mom with kids wanting to maintain self care during these hard times and Starr made it happen for me with this sustainable look. She impressively lifted my virgin black hair in my first process in years.

Amazing balayage by Becca (photo taken from her instagram story)
Annamarie B.

Had a wonderful experience her yesterday! I booked online and came in as a new client, and I could not be happier with how my hair turned out. Becca did a great job in communicating with me to figure out exactly what I wanted, and she did not disappoint. I walked out feeling like a whole new person, and since getting home yesterday I have not stopped going "oh my gosh i love my hair" every five minutes.

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Salma did an amazing job on my hair. I am so happy with my hair now. She is the first one to actually help me with my hair. While doing my hair she would explain why she is doing the thing she was doing. I got a scalp detox, conditioning treatment, and a hair cut. I would definitely recommend her. I will keep going to her. Thank you Salma.

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Love this cute spot. Got a haircut for my daughter and myself and we had good experiences both times. Mel did a great job.

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I took my elderly mother to have her hair cut and colored and Amanda was terrific. Very kind and excellent work!

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Ask the Community - Mane and Skin

What is the difference between Andreas blinding vs reg blonding? I want balayage but not sure what to pick.

Andrea just offers different blonding named services for her clients. So if you are wanting to book with Andrea only choose one of those

How long are your Hydrafacial appts?

Depending on which hydrafacial. Deluxe 45-60 min Platinum 60-75 mins

Does your salon have an instagram?

Yes @maneandskinsalon

Can you tell me how much for coloring roots?

It varies stylist to stylist. But you can see our prices through our booking

How much is a trim?

Haircuts start at $55 :)

What is sugaring?

It’s a natural form of hair removal

Which stylist is perfected with and Balayage / ombre styling?

Ciara and Sam are both certified in advanced balayage

How much are haircuts?

Haircuts start at $55. Sam does an excellent job.

How long the lash lift last?

Anywhere from 8-12 weeks.

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I was offered coffee and was welcomed by Justina, Sam the owner and the other stylists working.

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