I recently visited New You Salon. I've only gotten a pedicure here , while my wife has been a regular customer for quite some time now. I must say, this review is long overdue! Even though I've only experienced one service, I have witnessed the outstanding quality of service that Demi provides One of the most impressive aspects of New You Salon is its opening during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic. The fact that they not only survived but thrived during a global lockdown speaks volumes about the quality and dedication they bring to their services. Demi, the salon owner, is a true professional. Every step of the way, she guided my wife through the pedicure process, ensuring that she was comfortable and satisfied. Her expertise and attention to detail were evident, and I left with perfectly pampered feet. Beyond the excellent service, one of the things that caught my attention was the beautiful array of plants adorning the salon. It creates a refreshing and calming ambiance that enhances the overall experience. It's a wonderful touch that sets New You Salon apart from other salons in the area. In addition to nail services, New You Salon also offers haircuts. While I haven't had a haircut here myself, I have seen the results on other customers, and they always look fabulous. It's great to know that you can trust Demi and her team for all your hair care needs as well. To make the most of your visit, I highly recommend booking your appointment online. The salon doesn't have a lot of seats, but that's because they prioritize quality over quantity. By booking in advance, you ensure that you receive the dedicated attention and personalized service that New You Salon is known for. While the salon offers reserved parking, there is ample open parking available nearby, so finding a spot shouldn't be a problem. Lastly, I must mention the affordable pricing at New You Salon. Compared to most salons, their prices are reasonable and won't break the bank. You get top-notch service without having to spend a fortune. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend New You Salon. Whether you're looking for a nail service, a haircut, or both, you can trust Demi and her team to deliver exceptional results. The professionalism, guidance, beautiful atmosphere, easy online booking, and affordable pricing make New You Salon a true gem in the beauty industry. Don't hesitate to give them a try! read more

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It was my first time coming to this salon. I called ahead of time for a walk-in the day of. Demi was able to squeeze me into a 45 minute appointment. I asked for acrylic dip removal and a gel manicure + regular varnish pedicure. She was SO gentle with the pedicure! I was extremely relieved and impressed when I saw how meticulous she was when cleaning and trimming my toe nails. I don't have crazy hang nails but I've been experiencing discomfort while walking from previous pedicures. The other times, the nail tech would be aggressive when digging into the nail beds and pumicing my feet. Demi was very gentle while pumicing and gave me very clean french tip. It's been a few weeks now and I definitely feel better walking! My gel manicure was very simple due to the time constraint. Demi did her best to remove as much as the acrylic dip powder while reshaping my natural nail. The full set came out pretty but I did noticed a few of my nails veer to the left or right instead of them being straight. It's a small oversight but it is something I can't unsee. (see attached pictures) read more

New You Salon - Most of the nails were shaped straight and about 2 to 3 had a curve to them. I wanted them to be straight with no bend. - Hair Salons Near Me - Albany, California

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I am not a fancy person. I just want a good manicure and pedicure in a nice clean place. I have been to New You now several times and Demi has always been terrific.! read more

I came for permanent hair straightening. On the second day, my hair was so dry (I was told not to wash my hair for 3 days) and I started losing hair. After 2 months, my hair went back to being wavy again. I was told that permanent Japanese straightening would last at least 6 months. Not only that, I continued losing hair, and my hair became very dry, thinning, and damaged. This place used VERY CHEAP PRODUCTS. I know that because I did Japanese straightening at another place before, and the result was amazing. My hair was so smooth, with no falling hair, and it lasted for 6-7 months until my new hair grew in. I tried this place because of my friend's recommendation, but I would never come back here. It has cost me a lot of money to treat my current hair condition!!! read more

Called to book on a weekday, quick and easy. Came in and was seated right away. Lots of live plants and the salon was clean inside small a plaza. Showed a picture of how I wanted to dye my hair a lighter color after 6 months of balayage hair. Wanted to get rid of the blond colors and go more light brown and fill my outgrown roots/top hair. Took about 4 hours. My hair was curled and styled once done. The next day, I realized that he missed a large section of my hair, since he curled it, it was hard to see but can definitely see when my hair isn't curled. I wouldn't go back because of that but if I noticed before I left, I would have told him to finish that area. read more

If you have any waves or curls, do not seek an appointment here. Ryan does not know how to treat curly or wavy hair. He uses high heat with no heat protection (even after I asked him to use some). Plus, he uses thinning shears incorrectly. These are the red flags. Obvious "no-nos'" in the wavy and curly hair community. Thinning shears can be detrimental to curly and wavy hair patterns. They should be used when the hair is still wet or styled naturally. It was too late for me to tell him. My hair feels 30%-50% thinner, and I loved the thickness of my hair before my appointment :(. read more

I moved to Point Richmond almost 4 years ago now, but I would still drive to Vallejo to get my nails done. I'm glad I found this little gem near me. This salon adheres to the COVID-19 guidelines; *They keep their customers to a minimum; *They have glass barriers in each station; *They have alcohol/hand sanitizer for you to use; *If there's the maximum amount of people they'll let you know to wait outside; *They have temperature checks; *They sanitize before & after each customer; and *They use gloves. So, what are you waiting for? If you're looking for a great nail artist book with Demi NOW!! She's available Monday - Saturday from 9am till 6pm. **Her deluxe pedicures are so relaxing & soothing. She did such a great job on my pink and white ombré nails with coffin shape. And, they're so friendly! Just send them a message through Yelp, and they'll direct you to Demi for your nail appointment. Thank me later . read more

New You Salon - Coffin shape with pink and white ombré, Thanks Demi. My nails are beautiful again. - Hair Salons Near Me - Albany, California

Being generous at a 3 . So this is a mixed review mostly customer care and part pedicure performance. This was my second pedicure here, the 1st was over a year ago which I did not review because I did not want to give a low review for a small business the 1st time . However, I do believe in second chances and I was really in need of a pedicure, so I decided to give them a second chance . Hoping the Deluxe model and more expensive version would be better and more luxurious. Not! I was seated promptly for my 12:15 pm appt. I came 5 minutes early. The water was already in the basin , a good start i thought. However, The Tech ( name unknown) told me where to sit and did not introduce herself, I had to ask her name 1/2 way through treatment , unfortunately she seemed as unfriendly as she was the first time! There was Zero friendly chatter . Sorry , I digress Okay, now for the pedicure . I Put my feet in hot water bath and she promptly left me sitting and soaking while I waited and waited and watched the clock for 15 minutes beyond my appointment time, With no word or service. My tech was in the back and then I watched her talking on the phone while I waited! There had been no offering to turn on the auto shiatsu massage which was a feature on my luxury chair ,which would have been a lovely distraction, but never offered! While i sat and still waited , a new client sat next to me for a pedicure . She was started immediately.! And her chair massage was on turned on. as i still waited, I watched my neighbors pedicure in progress. Of course She was started first . Then it was finally my turn! My feet were all pruny at this point. She started and never Asked me about how short or what shape I wanted. She seemed meticulous and focused....But caused me pain during few of trims of my nails because she was trying to go too short. So the jury is out on how my toes will feel tomorrow! And I think they ARE too short! NEXT... I figured because I was getting the deluxe pedicure I thought it would take longer and be more luxurious with the addition of additional exfoliation treatments on my legs and wax treatment on my feet . And hopefully a really good longer leg / foot massage. All the time I was noting the other person getting a regular pedicure and what seemed to be going normally. I found myself wishing she was doing my pedicure ! Needless to say , believe it or not the other person and I finished at the same time ! So if I did not have to wait 10-15 minutes to get started . I would have been finished faster and furiously first and out the door by at least 10 minutes . Even with my deluxe more expensive treatment. fast is not better in this world and it was not at all relaxing or enjoyable! Functional at best! Not even the leg and foot massage which i have loved during all other pedicures wherever i have gone! So my pedicure did not feel so deluxe ! I will Not go for a 3rd try. read more

The color was beautiful. Nice highlights over a chestnut base. The cut wasn't great though. The stylist doesn't really kill it on curly hair. My cut is kind of triangular. read more

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Ryan gave me what is perhaps the best haircut I've ever had. I was very demanding... and he smiled and continued cutting. It was perfection!

I have been seeing Ryan at New You Salon for over a year now. I see him every 3 weeks to keep my short hair looking fresh. Each & every time Ryan does such a great job ! He knows what I like and I let him work his magic. A added plus is Ryan is super nice and has a great personality !!! read more

First time here and I'll be returning! I'm very picky with my hair stylists but the one here did an awesome job. He took his time with my hair and the price was pretty affordable. The last cut I had was 4 months ago and my hair was very damaged so I knew I was going to lose some length but now my hair looks and feels so much healthier. The picture was taken at the end of my day, the style stayed! I moved here from Los Angeles and was very hesitant about finding a new salon. I'm glad I discovered this one. read more

New You Salon - Cut and styled - Hair Salons Near Me - Albany, California

Exactly what I asked for. Second time I came here to get my nails done. Demi is excellent nail tech, she listens. Very detailed and works fast. Would highly recommend. read more

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I love going for haircut here. This is one of the best hair salon for haircut, hair color and japanese hair straightening that I had done in the past here. Ryan is my favorite hairdresser here. Price is very reasonable compared to other hair salons in bay area where prices are so high fir haircut but I have hated the haircut and highlights I did in one of the popular upscale hair salon in San Mateo. I highly recommend this place for womens and mens hair needs! read more

My teen daughter came in and was in desperate need of a haircut. Her highlights were fading and she had thick hair that took hours to come and dry. We came into his shop, he was very friendly and we felt comfortable. He took his time to wash her hair, PATIENTLY comb it, then cut. He cut so much that I thought we wouldn't see her highlights. At the end we have a happy teen, with beautiful comb-though easy hair and she looked fabulous. HE KEPT HER HIGHLIGHTS AND MADE THEM LOKK EVEN BETTER WITH THE HAIRCUt! He is an artist! He has reasonable prices and does a stellar job. So very thankful for her happiness, and this salon, thank you so much! read more

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I love my hair. It is great to locate someone who knows hair type. Thank you. I greatly appreciate your work.

I've gone here several times for my haircuts and have yet to be disappointed. Stepping into this salon feels like an oasis with all the plants, it's so relaxing and I've never felt pressured into any 'upsales' like some salons do. The prices are also extremely affordable compared to other places and for the quality. You're definitely in good hands here. read more

Ryan is fantastic at what he does - I've been going to hime for a while now, and he has been super responsive to any changes I feel like making to my style. He is meticulous, and isn't just trying to do the bare minimum to get you out the door. I get many complements on my hair after I see him! read more

I came here for a pedicure and gel manicure. This place definitely deserves a 5 star! Great service, place is neat, clean and plenty selection of colors. More importantly she is really experienced, has great suggestions on the nail design! I finally find a nail salon around this area that will make me feel like coming in regularly to take care of my nails! read more

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So I was in the area and I saw their sign on the curb saying walk-ins welcome and so I walk in the lady says I'm by myself and I said OK and I can wait and she's like no I'm sorry I'm booked all day that is false advertisement, and should take the sign off the curb really bad business read more

All I can say is I love this salon. Professional, super clean, and efficient. I love Demi! read more

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I was in need of a place near me to take off my old gel-x set and apply a new full set while also maintaining the integrity of my natural nail( which is surprisingly hard to find). Luckily I stumbled upon this place! Deimi was very gentle with my natural nail in the removal and reapplication process. Everyone there was really kind and I am super happy with the results. Will be returning! read more

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Had the best experience here! I hadn't cut my hair in 4 years but felt inspired to take a few inches off... they fit me in for an appointment with two hours! Such an easy and professional experience! Would 100% recommend! They also have the most gorgeous plants in the salon! read more

Ryan is an incredible barber and hair stylist. He is flexible and versatile and the haircut is always on point. And Demi has always been my girlfriends go to for nails, pedicures, waxes. Demi does such a great job and we wouldn't go anywhere else! Very calm and tranquile vibe. Lots of beautiful plants give oxygen and life to this salon, making it an oasis from daily stress. read more

I like the haircut with that price. But I don't like the questions asked by the Barber. I felt like being judged and mocked.

Demi is the best! I've been going to her for years, will continue. She's efficient, transparent and sweet!! Love her so much!! read more

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just amazing. the man who cut my hair had a gorgeous streak of grey in his hair and I knew I went to the right place. I asked for very specific bangs and he was able to make my dreams come true. the layers he gave me were something I've never seen before and I hope more people come to this business because they'll feel so confident! not to mention they didn't overcharge :^) would recommend to any man or woman! read more

I know the guy worked really hard, but there was a complete misunderstanding and he royally fucked up my hair. I'm going to have pay more than double just to get it fixed. I wanted to get my roots touched up and... yea this is certainly not that. I will not be returning. Response: I asked you to fix my roots with additional highlights, plain and simple. I got it fixed by A PROFESSIONAL and it looks great now, no thanks to you. It's done. Leave me alone and please do not call or text me again. read more

New You Salon - Random blonde patches that were supposed to be highlights. - Hair Salons Near Me - Albany, California

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Demi takes great care of my nails and Ryan addresses my needs with the hair on my head. Bonus - It take me less than10 minutes to walk there. read more

Demi is such an amazing nail tech, this review is long over due... Maybe it was me being subconsciously selfish and not wanting to fight for appointments. I've been going to Demi for a while now, following her from the previous shop to this one. She never disappoints me, or leaves me unsatisfied. If you tell her what you want, she will do it. Most of my friends and family have joined the list of satisfied customers. The salon is clean and quiet. Her brother Ryan who cuts hair, from what I've seen personally many times, always has satisfied customers as well. read more

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I'm so happy to find this place, Ryan cuts my hairs and my son hair too, and he did a wonderful job, I was so nervous with my son first time hair cut. Ryan plays with him, and joke with him, And the most amazing thing, that He gave to my son a toys and candy . He a wonderful person. Thank you so much. read more

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What can I say I love this place so much they take pride on what they do specially Demi who takes good care of of my nails! I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to get pampered and treated right! She books fast so make sure you schedule ahead! Support small business and this place definitely deserves it. read more

New You Salon - Star Wars Nails - Hair Salons Near Me - Albany, California

I've been going to this nail salon for a few months now. I get my nails done by Demi and my haircut from Ryan. It's a peaceful, calm and clean family owned salon. I love all the plants they placed around the salon! Demi and Ryan are both nice and patient. They take their time and make sure you're happy with their service. I am very grateful for this salon being so close to me! I highly recommend this place to everyone! read more

New You Salon - Nails done by Demi. - Hair Salons Near Me - Albany, California

Demi never disappoints. My manicure and pedicure are always on point. Love her work and she does an amazing job. read more

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I highly recommend New You Salon. Demi as a professional cosmetologist is very detailed when doing your nails. You will not be disappointed. read more

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These pictures don't do Demi justice. I wish I remembered the other woman's name, I think it was Selena or Cecilia? I'm not sure, and I'm sorry! Anyways please don't mind the pictures, the manicure and pedicure was absolutely lovely! Demi was really nice and she took the time to ask my name and share with me a little about herself. She showed great care when doing my nails. She didn't try to talk me into getting acrylics and even complimented my natural nails. I was so happy with her service I asked if I could get my eyebrow waxed. Let me tell you... I love them! She didn't even have to ask what I wanted she looked at my eyebrows and cleaned them up she plucked very little and she made sure I loved them. She also didn't try to upsale me into doing other stuff as well. She was there to help me get what I needed and did it with ease and grace. I got them done Tuesday, so far no chipping and everything is looking super cute. You will love this place- I hope- as much as I did. Demi is super talented, there was a shop here previously who didn't do acrylics but Demi does. She provides all kinds of acrylic styles, when I was looking at her swatches I could tell she is very talented with her design. It's a pretty quite area so it was very relaxing. Demi also offered me tea while I waited and what I really appreciated was her sense of urgency: she immediately got me in a chair with warm water so I could enjoy the massage and my feet soaking while I waited. This made a huge impact on how my visit here was and is also the reason why I will keep coming back. I've been to nail shops where I had to wait on a hard uncomfortable chair although there were available massage chairs, not a very good experience and also quite frustrating. Anyways if you value quality and great service this is the best place to go, also the prices are fantastic! Regular pedi and gel mani was 55 eyebrow waxed was 10. Super happy with my experience** edit: I meant experience! Thank you. Again! Thank you ladies for you excellent service! I look forward to meeting your brother so I can get my hair done. ‍ read more

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I really enjoyed my time at New You Salon. It is the perfect place to go to get a little glamorous self care! I got my nails done by Demi and she has worked wonders on my nails. She is very easy to talk to and I love the care and time she took with my nails. She's such a perfectionist and I really appreciated how thorough she is. The salon itself is super cute and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. Parking is a breeze and the location is great. This is definitely going to be my new go to place for my nails! They also have a gentleman who does hair here. I didn't get my hair done but I am considering it in the future. Ryan is very personable and professional. He seems to have a great relationship with all his clients. I'll definitely be booking him for future hair consultations! read more

Demi is literally the BEST!! She never misses!! Never fails to amaze us with her amazing talent. She always got us lookin right and she DEFINITELY DID NOT DISAPPOINT for our Mexico trip. We love our nails so much thank you so much Demi!!! You're the best These photos do not lie read more

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Update 2/5/20: Got my first hair cut with Ryan today (I was a walk in). I am very happy with the cut. Ryan was able to take instruction well and what I wasn't sure about he was able to take things one snip at a time and make sure he was doing what I envisioned. I got the same haircut I've gotten before for a better price. Again everyone was very nice and friendly and the salon was clean and organized. Got a manicure/ pedicure at the new beautiful location in Albany on San Pablo. The service was great everyone was very nice and hospitable. Everywas very nice organized and clean, the actual service was good. Remember to ask for a buff if your used to getting that bc it's not included in the service. Ryan was very friendly and inviting. I didn't get a haircut from him this time but was able to see him cut a mans hair while I was there, it looked like a modern up to date hair cut that I'm used to getting, I may get a cut there one day. I would def recommend trying them out. read more

BEST NAILS IN ALBANY! Demi is the BEST at what she does which is why I followed her from her previous salon. The place is incredibly clean and cute. I'm in love with this nail salon and it will be my new nail home. read more