Raphael is not only the best stylist and colorist in the Coachella Valley, he also provides the most relaxing shampoo in town with the addition of his luxurious and quality massage chair that sent me to heaven in minutes. To add more pleasure to the experience, he has now added a French bakery and coffee shop to his business, and the pastries are delicious! read more

Best hair in years! Raphael is amazing! I drive to Palm Springs to have my hair cut only by him. The great hair wash and chair massage is always welcome too. read more

Raphael has done an amazing job on my hair for years and has now added a coffee shop on site! The coffee was great but the pastries are outstanding!!! He has made his shop even better. I can't wait to visit again! read more

THE BEST IN THIS VALLEY. I am soooo happy with the results of my hair. Truly gifted and talented Raphael will make sure to get your hair looking fantastic . I went from really dark to light and I am so impressed by how from one session he got it exactlyyyy how I wanted it. Super professional very nice, seriously everyone, THE BEST. read more

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I went to Raphael's Salon after googling "hair color specialist". After going to two stylists and having failed attempts at getting my hair done in the cut, color and style I wanted, I was so thrilled at the outcome of my hair with Raphael! I was confident in his abilities and absolutely amazed at his skills at color. He knew exactly what I wanted and I only had to talk to him and explain what I wanted and it was hair magic! I can't wait to go again and I'd recommend him to all of my friends and family! read more

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Loved my hair! Wish I lived closer so I could continue to go there. It is too far to drive from Moonridge.

I have worked in the beauty industry for over twenty years. I've had my hair done by some of the best stylist in the industry, hands down I can say Raphael is top notch, he is an expert at his craft. He is meticulous with his work and humble. read more

I don't believe that there is better stylist alive that meets all of my needs when I need them. Not only that, Rafael is current with new techniques. Therefore I don't get left behind with a haircut that I liked during the Vietnam era. He regularly attends seminars all over the country & world, so that we have the new cut or style before all the others!! We heart our Raf & couldn't imagine what kind of ratty 'do' I would have to deal with were he not around!!! read more

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Angela was amazing!! I'm super picky about my massages and she's the real deal. She knew exactly where my pain was festering without me saying a word. Where have you been all of my life! read more

I love Raphael's salon! I've lived in the desert for about 4 years and THIS IS THE ONLY SALON that I trust with my hair. Ive seen numerous clients come in and LOVE their hair coming out and I'm one of them! Raphael wasn't in town this time, but I had the most amazing man cut my hair! Loved the cut, the blow dry, and the conversation! Feeling so alive after getting spoiled So glad I walked into this salon spur of the moment years ago, wouldn't go anywhere else if someone paid me. Thanks again for blessing me on my day off with the best hair cut! With love, Rox! read more

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I called spoke with Raphael (he was very polite) made an appointment to come in the same day. I came in the place has been remodeled the Decor is beautiful. Fernando did my hair and did a fabulous job. I will definitely be coming back. I came back had the pleasure of meeting Sarah who is fabulous! She did a total makeover on my hair, I am pleased with the outcome and look forward to going back. read more

Raphael is an artisan of the kind we don't find anymore. His inspired work betrays a lifelong passion we feel lucky to have access to and pay for. I wouldn't go an anyone else read more

Love, love, love Sara! I go to no-one else! She's fantastic, fun and does a fabulous job! Top notch! 10 stars!!! read more

I'm all tied up in knots. The right side of my back is like 10 miles of bad road. I either need a back-transplant or a really good massage. In a city full of world-class spas, I found this gem. Located right on the main strip of downtown, Raphael's Salon somehow managed to open shop right next to another massage place. And the competition is fierce. While being ushered into one door, a lady tried to get me into her massage shop next door. Believe it or not, they allow dogs. I brought Maddy in and tied her up to the massage table. They've got hour long body massages for $40. A bargain because the half hour is $25. You can also do a foot massage, but I can't take someone rubbing my feet for half an hour. During the massage, Maddy jumped up on the massage table. I wonder what the customers in the other stalls thought when I yelled, "GET OFF!" Haha! read more

I went to Vivian three times for haircuts. The first time, I was pleased! The second time, I told her I was trying to grow my bangs out and to please not cut them as they had gotten almost long enough to go behind my ears. She cut them. The third time, I think she might have been overbooked because she asked a man(who was very surly) to wash my hair and then later on, she asked him to dry and style my hair, and then afterwards, she came back and CUT MY BANGS agin!! I just got the impression she was too busy for me and made me feel like I was on an assembly line. I really want to come back to Raphael's, but I just don't feel good about this salon. read more

My bad experience started at check in. I gave the woman at the front desk my name to check in and a women (I am assuming she was a customer) ran over to me and loudly stated OMG your the one getting the Brazilian?!? I was shocked that this woman knew the service that I was there to receive and even more shocked that she felt the need to announce it to the entire salon. VERY unprofessional! The esthetician was very nice and she def. made me fell comfortable, but she gave me the WORST Brazilian wax I have ever had. I ask her to leave my landing strip and after getting up from the table I noticed she had taken everything off. I left the salon upset and not realizing my wax job needed further inspection. I did not notice the patches until I got home and tried to put my bathing suit on. I spent the next 1.5 hours driving to the store to buy waxing and fixing my dalmatian wax job. I am not sure why an experienced esthetitian would leave a wax job unfinished. Unless you want to look like a dalmatian I would schedule waxing services elsewhere. read more

Took the wifey here for a couples pedicure. Cool...not bad. 17.99 for a foot massage. Might be worth checking out but not really a go out of your way type of checking out...more like a passing by kind of checking out. not a bad place at all. Seems to be a good place for women of a particular breed and liking to get hair cuts and colors and stuff in their hair. Never will a brotha like myself nor the Wifey will need this service but ijs it looks like thats what they do and the chicks heads were not looking bad so check that part out too. read more

Always have had kind and conscientious hair treatment at Raphael's. Looking forward to my next visit!

I like to try new things and places but there's always that point where you need it done right, guaranteed, and you're willing to pay. If you're there, the guarantee is named Jessica and she works at Raphael's. (Note: It might not be actually very expensive - I'm just used to stylists in Kansas, where I don't think you can pay more than $40 for a haircut.) She's constantly traveling for training and she's committed to staying on top of her craft. She's full of ideas and she listens to what you want. I don't like to pay so much for haircuts, but she gave me one that's so good I'm stuck! It's layered in a way I've never had that gives my hair really easy body and it styles well whether I wear it curly or straight. Everyone here seems to be great with color, too, if you're looking for that. I think they use all of the Wella line and the color stays bold between appointments. read more

I went with a friend who was getting married. She told the makeup artist "natural, it's an outdoor wedding, very low key". He heard "cakey foundation that looks weird in the sun, and an entire MAC counter's worth of eye shadow/liner/mascara." And then he got all fussy and passive aggressive when we suggested that maybe it wasn't what we were looking for. at all. HOWEVER: whoever did her hair was amazing. HOWEVER however: my manicure/pedicure looked great, but chipped within a day. Take all this as you will. read more

Ever head for vacation in a sunny clime and in the rush of getting everything else ready, neglect to ready your toes? I found myself in Palm Springs with feet that had no business being in sandals. So when I happened upon Raphael's while walking down Palm Canyon Drive, I realized, "It would be irresponsible of me to continue scaring these poor townspeople like this." Luckily, Theresa was available to help out and I kid you not, this was the best pedicure of recent memory. And on a moment's notice, too! My toes look so great and my feet feel so nice! Theresa was lovely and engaging and gave me some good spa tips. Next time I head to Palm Springs, I'm going to make sure and forget to get a pedicure in SF again. read more

I have been a customer of Christina for the past 6 years! She knows color, she knows how to do a short hair cut and she is very knowledgeable with products! Would not survive without her! Highly recommend her! Oh, and she really knows how to deal with fine hair. read more

My daughter and I walked-in and were served right away. Caitie was dynamite! I have tight curls and her consultation and education of styling technique was so helpful. I have never walked away from a cut so happy. If you are a curly girl, seek out Caitie. My daughter has very thick, straight hair and Caitie did a great job with her too. So impressed. Everyone at the salon was kind. Big recommendations for Raphael's Salon, especially for Caitie. read more

I'm still seeing Raphael and as our time together has increased, my trust in him has, too. He most recently pitched that I consider bangs (cool, sexy bangs, not dumb childish ones). I wasn't in love with the notion but let him do it. It took a while to get used to but I constantly receive compliments on my hair. It's been five months since I receive this major change and I'm still getting many comments and questions on where I get my hair done. He'll help you have beautiful hair. So will the rest of his staff. Please trust them. April 2011 will be two years with the same stylist, which is a record for me! read more

Came in twice to get my hair done by Caite and she did an outstanding job both times! Super professional and very nice. I got a cut, shampoo and scalp massage and I'll just say it was well worth it. I love the ambiance of the shop and Caite was just an amazing person to chat with while I was getting my hair done. She suggested a new product to use in my hair and I'm really loving it. If you're a local or just in town visiting but need a good cut come here and ask for Caitie read more

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I just want to say that the Raphael Salon is outstanding. I have been coming to Raphael since 1999. I think his gift of a color, cutting, styling& everything that has to do with the hair is fantastic! I am willing to drive from wherever I am to his shop in Palm Springs and I would follow him forever! He's 5 * 10 * whatever I really mean: coloring my hair is never as shiny with anybody else! When I'm out of country, I don't have the money to fly back and forth to Palm Springs from where I am in Europe. this man is fantastic I will always honor him and come to his Salon. Merci, Raphael!! By the way I forgot to say Raphael has a wonderful assistant her name is Sara and she does an amazing job and gives great service so I don't want to forget her she's a terrific asset to his Salon one should always remember that and she can do beautiful color styling and haircuts for men and women thanks very much to the Raphael salon read more

Call first. Information for hours was not correct. Found them CLOSED at 11:15 A.M.. Found a great nail/ massage salon a few steps away. 324 N. Palm Canyon "Beautiful Spa" great service, good prices! read more

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Raphael is the best , Been going to his salon for years, always a pleasant experience when there was a problem with another stylist, he was there to solve it . read more

Raphael is a genius with my hair. My hair has never been cut too short. I love the way he does my color. When I am visiting PS, I visit him. His make up artist, is excellent as well. He understands me and what I want and does it!! That makes him a genius... read more

I have never had such a bad experience in a hair salon such as this. Fist off, I went in for just a quick consultation because I had a budget and made that clear. I needed to get my hair colored and cut. Without discussing the price, my stylist just began doing my hair. I was not prepared to actually do my hair that day. The process took over 6 HOURS for a simple trim and ombre coloring. The stylist literally back combed my whole head and then put the color in it. Not only that but when he went to wash my hair, he began to comb through my hair, with the product still in it, with a fine tooth comb! I sat there mortified and in such pain as I saw him pulling out the clumps of hair! The result was nothing close to an ombre and I left paying an obscene amount. Not only that but I noticed a few days later how uneven my cut was. One side was a good 1 inch longer than the other! I called the owner a few days later and received my money back for the color only and an offer to come back to the owner personally next time. Sorry but this salon scared me for life to ever consider going back. read more

I have been a huge fan of Dermalogica products since my college days. When I found this salon online and saw that it used Dermalogica, I was sold on getting a facial here during my break. Tanya, my skincare therapist, was so sweet and attentive. She carefully handled my face a.k.a. doing extractions without making my face bleed, answered all the questions I had and left me feeling like a million dollars. In addition, everyone I ran into at the salon were so polite. The atmosphere here was so warm and serene. I can't wait to visit again! read more

Omg why did I give them a second chance!!!!! Horrible pricing. Quoted $140 actual cost $252!!!!!!! Are you kidding me? Cut and all over color is so not $252. When i said something they brushed it off. I feel screwed over. Stay away unless you like throwing your money away. They have no concern for keeping customers happy and coming back. I will never go there again! read more

I have tried going to this salon 3 times. The first time was a pleasant experience with a great haircut. The second time I had a long wait at the desk before someone came out from the back, then a longer wait for the stylist, but again a good haircut. The third and final time, I was basically ignored, while the staff was chit-chatting with other customers. Finally I was taken to a waiting area, and sat there for 30 minutes without anyone saying a word to me, such as they were running late, it would only be a few more minutes, sorry, etc. I finally got up and left, saying I could wait no longer. No apology was given and I will never go back. read more

Unbelievable foot massages here. Only $36/hour and sooooo relaxing. Highly recommended. I'll certainly be back.

Love, Love LOVE Raphael's!!! I have thick, curly, wild hair, and Argie is the only magician to tame my mane. When I relocated to this desert in 2004, I tried every place. A Cut Above was the first and only salon to make me cry . I went the morning of my wedding anniversary for some well needed pampering. The man who owns the salon did well with the color, simple job. Then, my pet peeve, he handed me off to his wife who had no clue (I don't care how long she said she was in the business). She actually said, "You're gonna love the way this flat iron will MELT your hair straight." It looked like I stuck my fingers in an electric socket. They still made me pay full price for the Frankenstein's bride look! I was mortified! The little place by the Hyatt that starts with an M... forget it! After seeing their reaction to my curly hair, I should have gone with my instincts and bolted. I needed a three inch cut. She was so afraid to cut my hair, she was done in less than five minutes. When I looked at the hair on the floor it looked as though someone had shaved their legs. Oh, and it helps if the stylist speaks... doesn't have to be perfect English, but some English would be nice. High-lites Aveda... eh. No children allowed (that's an inconvenience at times). The treatment when you shampoo is nice but you can get it elsewhere. My master stylist...boring. Everything was dollars. If I did this, if she used this, options, options, options equaled dollars, dollars, dollars. Then, of course my pet peeve, I get handed off for the styling. A very average experience for a hefty price. Then there was Argie! From the second you step in the salon, you are greeted with smiles and offered a drink. Everyone is happy. They all seem to love their job. There are a variety of clients coming and going. So, you know they deal with all types of hair. They are always professional, upfront, and up to date with hair trends. Even when they don't have a client they are either learning or visiting others. Very positive. Argie and I always have a "talk" before she starts my hair. "Do I still like my cut? Do I have any difficulty styling my hair at home? Do I have any new ideas?" I have so much confidence in Argie's ability, I have gone in and said, "I want something different" and given her free reign. She's awesome. I always end up LOVING my hair, and it's so healthy! She takes her time doing my hair, but even more important to me, she takes the time to know her clients. She knows my likes and dislikes. She knows if I will be able to style my hair the same at home, if not, she teaches me. She has never let me down. I can't say enough about her. If you don't have a salon and stylist in which you have confidence like this, you need Raphael's. read more

Desperately needed a new style. Not being from the area I relied on yelp to help. Not dissapointed at all. I choose Mauricio, he did a great job; brought me right up to the current styles. Thanks so much!! read more

...the location is beautiful, very picturesque. ...I received a perfect hair cut and color job by a senior stylist. ...and though I've been wrestling with how to respond all day, I have to say I didn't get what I asked for. Mauricio had his own plan before I even got there, so if you get scheduled with him, don't be fooled by his accented "I don't understand...". If you know what you want, lay it out or walk out. His failure to communicate what he planned to do or was in the process of doing was only overshadowed by the fact that he made me feel like an ass asking for what I wanted when I had come with pictures and samples. What good does having the "most recently trendi-est color" do for me when it clashes with every piece of clothing I own? ...without completely going off on a tangent wondering if he even knows what color an "eggplant" is... I'll finish saying I'm sorry I'll have to give up the opportunity of Grade-A proffessional service because of LOUSY PERSONAL SERVICE. read more

On Saturday, my boyfriend Anthony and I were in town visiting and he decided he wanted a manicure/pedicure. We walked in without an appointment, and they were very accomodating by letting us come back in an hour. We came back an hour later and Holly was able to see him right away, and they let me sit back there with him since they weren't too busy. Holly did an EXCELLENT job on his feet and hands, and he was more than pleased with the results. Holly was very nice, gentle, and talkative. Jessica was also sitting back there with her client and chatted with us as well, she was fun to talk to. All in all, we will DEFINITELY be coming back for any nail services, and I want to start going there for my hair appointments as well! read more

When i decided to cut my hair short and have a different look, Mauricio was my regular customer at Saguaro and invited me to give it a try. And i'm glad i did! He really has passion for what he does, very professional. Loved the asymmetrical haircut, style, products and ambiance. Wella products are top notch. Looking fwd to come back read more

Dont go here if you want to be treated well if your unhappy with your service. Very unprofessional, dishonest, and Raphael is rude and is not the artist he claims he is. Very overpriced for the quality of the service. My bad experience here started with Raphael lying about his mark up on his materials. They were marked over five times, and the quality of materials used in my service was very low quality. He made over 1,000 on my service, and when it didnt last a week, tried to fix it with more low quality product. My hair is in worse condition than when I started and now have bald spots. He says he stands by his work, but he does not. read more