Was trying to find somewhere cheaper than American Barber but better than Great Clips for my teenage son. We like Danville Barber but don't love that they only take cash. Booked here online and chose the appropriate haircut based on descriptions, but when we arrived, only one stylist was working and she only had the skills for basic cuts. No fades, etc which is what all teen boys want these days. Pretty disappointing. read more

Allie- she's amazing. Truly nicest person and gave me the best haircut in a long time. I had long hair...and on random day decided to cut to a short bob. Allie did an amazing job! read more

I came to Prep hair salon on a recommendation from a friend. She told me to ask for Bianca. I brought a picture. I'm an older person and I wanted pretty big change. Bianca did an amazing job. She's obviously extremely good at what she does. She textured my hair. She gave me the look I was wanting. And in addition, great head and neck massage while getting my hair washed that is such a treat. She gave me suggestions how to keep my hair looking like she left it. How to wash it and dry it so I have body. I will definitely be going back. She was wonderful. read more

I've always had an amazing experience with Bianca. She is so considerate of what works for you, and pays special attention to detail. I know I can always trust her judgement when sitting in her chair ! Prep's prices are so reasonable and I've always left Prep with a better haircut and experience than I've had at places that charge 2-3xs what they charge !!! Thank you Prep and thank you Bianca !!! Very cute and welcoming vibe in the salon as well, doesn't feel overwhelming. read more

Disappointed. Saturday @ 5:15 I Wanted to try them out , not usually within distance of this area for the nearest Prep. It mentions walk-ins are welcome , just needed a minimal trim . Only had one person in a chair . so I walked in , door unlocked yet they said they are closed . If they are not open until the physical store sign why not put an update in the window or a note for today ? :/ read more

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As my first time getting my hair professionally done all I can say is i'm SUPER satisfied. I was looking for some volume and having less hair since I have thick hair that tends to feel heavy at times. I got my hair cut done by Bianca, she was super amazing on explaining what needs to be done in order to add volume to my very stubborn straight hair. We ended up doing layers that framed my face in front and gave volume to the back. Overall everything was amazing and Ms.Bianca is a awesome stylist. :) read more

$67 for a 10 yo girls hair cut?! No style, no layers. Straight trim of ends. No thank you!

Luca was awesome, highly recommend! My son wanted a certain style. Luca listened and was very attentive to getting the cut right. Luca also spent time styling his hair and he was thrilled with the results!! read more

I had been struggling to find a new hairdresser I trusted around the area since I had moved back to the Bay after college, so I am very excited I stumbled upon Prep! I had a fantastic overall experience here and Naomi did a fantastic job with my curly hair. I am always very hesitant to trust anyone with my hair, but my concerns were thrown out the window when I saw the finished product. I left the salon feeling refreshed and happy with my cut! The overall vibe of Prep is awesome too. I love how open and inviting the space is. It definitely makes sitting in a salon chair for a while a lot more enjoyable. The pricing is also super reasonable and I have no problem paying for quality, which was also delivered. I will be coming back here for my next haircut and definitely recommend you give this place a shot! read more

Made an appointment with "any" stylist and was assigned to Samina. THIS was a gift as she was so patient and kind. I had a picture and she not only advised me on how a similar style would fit me better, she gave me one of the best haircuts and styling that I have ever gotten. It was better than my picture! I felt heard and cared for - just a wonderful experience and warm vibe! I can't wait to see her again. read more

i have been to san ramon location multiple times and always had a good experience. i went to the danville location because san ramon was busy, and i got a stylist named rachel. she cut over 6 inches off of my hair when i specifically asked her to keep the length and just trim the dead ends. she even held up my hair to show me how much she would cut, and i agreed to the 2 inches she showed me. but after going in to cut my hair before washing, after washing, and after blow drying, she ended up chopping more than what i agreed to. she tried to part my hair on the side when i part it in the center, claiming she was following the flow of my hair. luckily i caught it and corrected her, because i have never NOT had a hair stylist ask how i part my hair. then she continued to only cut layers on one side, so my hair falls in a diagonal line when i put it up. she did not show me the back of my hair until all was said and done. my hair has never looked worse and after all the hard work i did for months to grow it out, rachel ruined it in less than 45 minutes. read more

I got a haircut from Samina and I am beyond happy with the services. Samina is gentle and soothing and at the same time very adept at what she does. She gave me the cut I asked for and made my thin hair get some volume. She also gave a short scalp massage during shampoo and conditioner. I will surely be back here for all my hair needs. read more

Wow, what an amazing concept and experience! Finally!!! A salon where kids and adults alike can experience a full service salon. When it comes to hair styling, colors and cuts, Prep offers something for everyone in your family. Prep has the most friendly, trained, experienced and professional stylists who have a true passion for what they do. They exude a genuine love for children and adults. What I love about Prep most is that no matter the age of your child(ren), Prep's stylists go out of their way to make sure your child(ren) has a fun experience and gets a great haircut, styling or color. If your child(Ren) wants a more in-depth styling, they will work with you and your child to find a cut that fits their personality and reflects their inner self! A couple of other things to point out. At Prep, they: * offer earth-friendly, good-for-your-hair products * have implemented COVID measures such as no walk-ins, only reservations to keep occupancy low and social distancing high, masks, temp checks and much more. * are family owned and operated. Prep is clean and competitively priced. I'm so happy I finally found my go-to place for haircuts/styling whenever I'm traveling for work in the Bay Area. They have locations in SF, Palo Alto, Danville and Walnut Creek. read more

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Bianca is fantastic! I started seeing her over 2 yrs ago so this review is overdue. She has helped to get my hair back on a healthy track. I have a dry scalp and the scalp treatments have given my hair new life. Today we did a glaze and my hair is back to shiny and looking healthy! The PREP products are also fantastic, their shampoo leaves my hair so soft and the leave in conditioner "Strands of steel", well I call that hair crack, it's the most amazing product and I use it for the whole family including kids. read more

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Bianca is amazing! I've gone to her a couple of times for a haircut, but I reached out in hopes that she would fix an unfortunate hair job at another salon that left me with choppy hair and uneven, orange, 90s highlights. Although the other salon offered to fix it, I decided to cut my losses and just ask Bianca for help. To my luck, she had a big cancellation and was able to fit me in not even 30 minutes after I called. In ~3.5 hours, she was able to get my hair color corrected/blended, cut, and looking much healthier than when I went in. I'm so grateful to Bianca for fitting me in on short notice and giving me the hair that I wanted! read more

I scheduled a hair cut and trim with Samina and was very disappointed with the results. When asked what service I wanted I told her a trim and long layers in the back, but when she did the cut I could tell the way she was cutting my hair in a blunt (straight) cut she was not layering at all. When I got home I tried styling my hair and it looks terrible. I would like to come back and have another hair dresser correct the cut at no cost to me. Donna Torres read more

very rude. we were 15 min late, called ahead of time and they said it was totally fine and then the lady at the front wouldn't even entertain a conversation with us. she definitely did not want us there. without even a cut I'd never go here again read more

I brought my daughters here for a much-needed haircut (I tried to cut at home while salons were closed but it ended up being a bit of a fail!) The salon was incredibly clean and safe. The girls both loved their cuts, the stylist helped one with styling tips (exactly what a 12-year-old wanted to learn!) and the other had a great experience with Chris, who is both a stylist and a barber - perfect for the shaved section. All around, an incredible experience and we'll be back again and again! read more

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I had such a great experience here. I was weary to try someone else since my stylist I've had has moved on. You know that sinking feeling when your person is no longer available? Regardless, I needed to get my hair done and my appt was still booked for the day we had made. I ended up getting Kelsey and to my delight , she gave me the best cut and color I've had in a long time. I'm so happy I went back and gave a new person a shot. Everyone deserves a shot so with that being said, I will continue to use Prep and their awesome, amazing team of stylist. I love that I brought a child with me and Kelsey was so sweet and interactive with her. We love Prep!!! read more

My daughter's regular hair dresser had to cancel last min so we booked an appointment here instead. It was her birthday and Prep was able to get her in last minute with Samina. She gave her the face framing highlights she wanted. My daughter loves it! Thank you!! read more

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I never write online reviews but feel compelled to warn people. I took my two boys in today. They both had not had haircuts in a year so their hair had gotten long. They both agreed they wanted their hair cut much shorter but the stylist Taylor wanted to leave their hair long. I told him specifically I wanted their hair cut back short as did the kids. We ended up paying $130 for them to each barely get a trim and now I have to go take them to a barbershop asap to get their hair cut properly. They both are very unhappy with their haircuts and felt he didn't listen to them and I left crying at the massive waste of time and money. I have never had an experience like this where a hair stylist just did what they wanted completely disregarding the clients wishes. read more

Saw Samina while I was in town. Love my haircut, has a lot of shape and she got rid of all my dead ends. She also helped me repair my hair since switching to products she recommended a few years ago. Wish I lived in the area or she would be my go-to! read more

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I couldn't be happier with the results! The place is clean and the stylist (Bianca) did a really good job. read more

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I had a vision for how I wanted my hair and Bianca made it happen. She took the time to listen to me and worked her magic! Super professional and knowledgeable .... definitely recommend her and Prep! read more

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I always find myself coming back to Prep because Marius, the owner is very accommodating and respectful towards customers. I have been to the Walnut Creek location three times, but decided to visit the Danville one. I chose Bianca to cut my hair, and it was probably one of the best haircuts I've ever received. I told her my needs and wants and she gave me the results I wanted for thinning out my thick hair. She really takes the time to ensure that the customer is happy with the end results. I also appreciated the amount of care she had towards my hair when washing, cutting and styling, since I didn't get that kind of care with one of my experiences at the Walnut Creek Prep. read more

Cut and crown highlights. Bianca was so patient when explaining and exploring options with my friend. She did an amazing job! This is 2 days after her cut and color and she loves it! read more

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The stylist was very attentive to our request, our 16-year-old son wanted a specific cut that was kind of hard to do and she took her time in making it perfect. Totally recommend. read more

Luca is awesome! My haircut was detailed and beautiful, Luca is so talented. I feel like a new human after my cut. Thank you!

Loved loved my new haircut with amazing stylist Bianca . M long hair looks beautiful Thank you!!!

They were amazing!!! Very clean, extremely professional and so thoughtful. I took my kids to get haircuts on their birthday and not only did they left with beautiful haircuts and styles, they left with one cupcake each! Management had bought them cupcakes for their birthday. They remembered when I told them on the phone! Like, who does this? Above and beyond customer service. read more

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I really wanted to like this place as it was recommended by my sister. I've been cutting my own long hair for several years and finally I decided to get it done professionally. I sat down with Samina and asked her to cut 2 inches off and cut some long layers. She cut about 4-5 inches off my length and cut thick choppy layers that aren't blended. She also thinned out the longer part under the layers so it looks stringy and horrible. I'm so sad. Guess I'll go back to cutting it myself when it finally grows out. read more

Fauzia did my hair today and I couldn't be more pleased. She took the time to listen to what I wanted, was attentive, took her time, and delivered. I normally walk away feeling bleh about my haircuts but I was so happy to see my vision come to life! Will definitely be coming back for more work :) read more

I was thrilled to find a PREP location opening up closer to home. I've heard great things about the SF location and brought my girls, 12 & 9, to get cuts. I think we were the first clients on opening day! It's def not your typical kid salon, there's an awesome relaxed vibe, fresh decor, and excellent staff. When my daughter was second guessing the length (she changed her mind and wanted to go shorter!) the stylist showed no hesitation and recut it for her! read more

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I was able to make an early morning appointment for my hair to get blown out and curled for my daughters graduation. Tracy was great and my hair looked great and I am definitely going to go back when I need this service. read more

Easy to schedule, the stylist was ready when the appointment time was due, and he did a great job on my hair. The stylist was professional, personable, and skilled in his work. I was looking for a routine haircut, nothing fancy. I left with one of the best cuts I'd had in a couple years (yeah, my self-cut worked but not well.) read more

A+ on everything from customer service response, hospitality in nice clean environment, nice hairstylists with amazing talent, and value. Thank you! read more

i have been getting my hair styled and colored by Samina. She takes the time to listen. i have been very satisfied and happy after each appointment. I have getting exceptional services from Samina for more than 3 years. read more

I have a 7 year old boy with curly hair. I like for him to have a stylish cut with a fade that shows off his curls (like the big kids). Before i found Samina at Prepcuts other barbers and salons would always nod their head that they could do the cut on the picture and tge result would look like a butchered cut that was too short. Samina does exactly what i show her in our example picture and doesnt cut too much off the top! I am so thankful i found her! She does a great fade on the sides too. I highly recommend her. They also serve free drinks and give the kids lollipops. It costs $5-10 more than a barber but worth it imo. read more

it was a great experience. Bianca, did exactly what we discussed. Most places ignore you but not here. She cut the way you want. definitely recommend this place for a professional haircut. It's definitely worth your time and money to a get great haircut. read more

Thank you, thank you Bianca! She is very good, she knows what she's doing. She fixed my bad haircut from somewhere else. Bianca rocks