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    River Salon

    3.1 (55 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Manicure and pedicure

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    Loveeeeeeee them!
    Mary Z.

    New to the area, and after a much needed manicure I decided to stop at this place only because it was super close to my house. Nhu (Calls herself Nicky) was the lady who did my nails and I must say she truly did a great job. I got a Gel manicure for $27. Coming from LA where you can get a gel for $22, that was a shocker but well worth the price. I deff looked around before coming here and there were prices like $30-$35 for gel mani. Crazy! She listened to what I wanted and helped me pick out a color. She was sweet, conversational and patient with me. You ladies know how tough it can be to pick a nail color. Haha. In the end, I was very satisfied. If only they were $22 here too.. ;[

    French tip gel nails.
    Kae S.

    I don't see why there are such bad reviews here. I got a friendly lady named Mai, who helped me with my groupon deal. ($15 for $30 worth of nail services) She was great! I got my gel nails done with a $5 extra charge for French tip. I didn't mind. She was very friendly and she even massaged my hands after she was done. Great customer service & very friendly people. I walked right in & they automatically acknowledged me. As I was sitting there, it seems they have regular customers. They ask about their regular customers lives & how they're doing. I'll be coming back when I want my nails done again. :)

    First Shellac manicure after 6 days color "BLUE"
    Amber N.

    I purchased a Groupon for a "Gel or Shellac Manicure" at this salon. I was hesitant after reading the reviews but I had a wonderful experience with them. I have never had a gel manicure but have wanted to and since my anniversary was coming up I thought this would be a great time. DeAnn who did my Manicure and I got along really well and I decided to add on a spa pedicure and some waxing and was pleased and happy with everything that I had that day. They were all nice and I didn't have any issues understanding them and they were all delightful. I will be returning and I am very happy with my nails they are beautiful and amazing. I highly recommend this salon and if you have problems with any language barriers maybe you should go somewhere else. However, I will be returning for a long time.

    Gel OPI color #23, "My Address Is Hollywood". Groupon for $15.
    Michelle L.

    Came in a few days before my Groupon was to expire ($15 for 1 gel or shellac manicure). It was easy to walk in on a weeknight evening (close at 7pm). I called ahead for an appointment and Lona did my nails. I chose one of the OPI nailcolors, "My Address Is Hollywood" which was a rosy pink-coral color, square slightly rounded shape. I've gotten gel manicures done before with the tabletop lamps, but these stations were pretty neat to have the UV lights built in at the right level below the table surface for each hand. Hand massage was good, and I did leave a tip. I'm approaching the end of my third week after getting the manicure and they've grown out maybe 1/4" but I was able to paint over with a similar color to make it last longer. Not bad for a Groupon for sure!

    Love my nails!!! They are beautiful.
    Becky N.

    First time here and I was treated like I was a regular. Friendly staff. My nails and toes have been done flawlessly and timely. They were so nice that I decided to have my hair washed and straightened. I walked out of there feeling like a million bucks!!! Special thanks to Lona and Nikki.

    Gorgeous gel French tips with sparkles by Lana! They were so ugly before.
    Amanda A.

    Only come here for Lona! She's amazing, seriously! Makes me feel so pretty does great hair, nails, and eye brows. She's really a one woman who does it all shop!! I love Lona and I am her devoted/loyal customer.

    Kim L.

    This nail salon have great sale on gel (shellac) manicure $15 regular is $27. Pedicure $25. Haircut $10. Very clean and friendly staff.

    Charmaine J.

    Have been taking my mother and I to this nail salon for the past 6 months to have our Bi-Weekly Mother/Daughter pamper days & we really enjoy them. They have some of the sweetest cosmetologists you'll meet. They make you feel like family and very comfortable. The salon is neat, nicely coordinated, very well ventilated and a television is always nice to watch while getting nails done. The latest music is always playing. They have a HUGE Gel/Shellac selection, which is all the craze right now and my fave. They have a nice collection of regular OPI or China Glaze nail polishes. They specialize in Hair, Nails, Waxing, Hair Coloring...the whole nine. I see lots of ppl come in with appts, so I began to make them as well. I would highly suggest calling & making an appt same day or day before. We usually go for the Gel Manicure, Pedicure & Eyebrow Wax.

    Shellac manicure
    Kristen M.

    I came here to use a Groupon for a Shellac manicure. I was running late to my appointment, so I called to let them know and they had no problem waiting for me. The place was clean, the staff was pleasant enough, and I was happy with my manicure. Nothing special but a decent place to get a manicure if you live nearby.

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    1 year ago

    Great friendly service they did a great job very efficient staff. Wish I lived closer but will definitely come back when im in town.

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    Always great service from Mai! Make sure you make an appointment. They also have deals on groupon.

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    Nikki is so good that my real natural nails look fake! I love my gel manicure! She is the absolute best and now my favorite!

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    7 years ago

    They Always treat us great! They do a great men's haircut (love that it's $10) and always good on the nails.

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    Mecca Salon

    Mecca Salon

    4.5
    (745 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    I stopped by today after scheduling an appointment literally yesterday last minute (thanks Brooke…read morefor the flexibility and great communication!) and am SO happy I did. Coming from LA, the prices here are so reasonable and the service quality is fantastic. I needed a refresh of my hair after having it all grow out from pregnancy so I came in with virgin black hair, and Nola was so wonderful- she was personable, and knew exactly what she was doing so that she gave me a better balayage than the examples I provided. It looks super natural and I'm really pleased with the results. The cut was perfect- she didn't cut off too much and I got to keep my length with healthier layers. The salon vibe: it is in a cute little Victorian house and well appointed... I'd definitely recommend and will be returning on my next visit to town.

    I had a really great experience with Mecca Salon! Booking was easy. I reached out on Yelp and…read moreBrooke responded quickly and was able to get me in within the week. She was also at the salon during my appointment and was so warm and welcoming. The salon is easy to find, cute, and clean, with street parking right out front. Nola was my stylist and she did an amazing job. I'm not someone who can walk in and name a specific haircut I want, but I explained how I usually style my hair and some concerns I had. She really listened, offered thoughtful suggestions, and made sure I felt comfortable with the length and style before cutting. She was also great to chat with and gave me really helpful advice about hair care and maintenance. I left feeling good about my hair and have already booked my next appointment with her in 12 weeks!

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    Alchemy Salon And Spa

    Alchemy Salon And Spa

    4.7
    (729 reviews)
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    If you're looking for gorgeous layers, beautiful face framing bangs/pieces, a stylist who takes the…read moretime to listen and understand what you're looking for, and the most RELAXING head massage -- I highly recommend Mariela. I recently moved to Sac from the Bay Area and was sad to part ways with my previous salon, but I am so glad that I found Alchemy Salon and Spa, ESPECIALLY Mariela, because she listened to my every want and need (long layers, short-yet-curtain-y-bangs that suit my facial structure, and a focus on density rather than poof) and gave me a haircut that I love all the way until my next visit. Honestly, the best haircut + salon experience I've ever had. ALSO Mariela is super sweet and fun to talk to, she has the best bar/restaurant recommendations if you're new to Sac!

    I willl never go back here again and recommend everyone else rethink trying these guys out. I paid…read more350 (!!) for my hair to be completely ruined. My color shade came out completely wrong and obviously looked terrible. When I told the stylist (who was barely paying any attention to me because she was working on another client (apparently I wasn't important because this other person was a Sacramento Kings cheerleader lol) at the same time, she barely acknowledged me. She tried to fix it but still did an awful job. I had to go back to the city I used to live and have my regular stylist fix it for half the price. She also confirmed that this woman did a terrible job. The lack of skill, unprofessional behavior, and price was astoundingly terrible.

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    M Beauty Salon

    M Beauty Salon

    4.7
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    Located near Boiling Crab…read more Great prices for top notch hair results. Monica delivers. There is upselling happening but not for products.. it's for other services but it's not hassling. If I think it's a good idea, i'll go for it. If not, i'll decline, no pressure.

    i've been going to monica since 2023, and she's genuinely the only person i trust with my hair at…read morethis point. i've had some really bad past experiences with other salons (especially with bleach) so for the longest time i was honestly kind of scared to try anything like highlights again. because of that, i always stuck to non-bleach color with monica, and every single time she's done my hair, i've loved it. with summer coming up, i finally decided to step out of my comfort zone and trust her with caramel highlights, and i'm so glad i did. she absolutely nailed it. the color looks super natural and blended, and it still feels like "me" but just elevated. she was really patient, listened to exactly what i wanted, and made sure i felt comfortable the whole time. also, she's so efficient. i went in at 1:30 and was done by around 4, which included everything ~ bleach, wash, and styling. honestly it probably could've been done even earlier, but i had red color in my hair before which is harder to lift (not her fault at all), & she still worked super quickly. and i love that she asks if you want your hair curled or straight at the end, it's such a small detail but makes the experience feel more personalized. overall, monica is literally THE best !!!! she's fast, talented, and really cares about making sure you leave happy. if you're someone who's nervous about trying something new with your hair (like i was), she's definitely the person to go to.

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    Hair by Monica balayage & cut text me for appointment follow me on Instagram @monica_m_beauty_salon(510)299-1538
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    Wild Heart Beauty

    Wild Heart Beauty

    4.6
    (96 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    I wanted a change for ruw upcoming spring. I had booked a total of three services: Haircut,…read moreHydarting treatment, and wax/tint for my eyebrows. Misty was great and gave me some water while I waited. She was so sweet and easy to talk to. She was great about educating me about certain photos that I had picked out for my eyebrows since I kept choosing ones that were showing a laminated look vs tint. She was wonderful at listening to my wants! Lotus was the same way. She was a wonderful hairstylist to work with! She also listened to me wants and delivered all my expectations. I had originally wanted to go a gloss but was later informed that I most likely wanted a hydrating treatment instead. I'm so happy with the results and it's definitely the change I wanted

    My little sister needed a corrective haircut after our grandma took her to one of her friend's, who…read morecut her hair very unevenly. I have been here before, but I always book with Delaney, who is an amazing stylist herself, but because this was a last minute booking on my part we went with any stylist available. Hailey took such great care of my little sister. My sister left the salon with new confidence and excitement and the biggest smile. She loved being pampered and again just feeling good about herself. I appreciate Hailey so much. She washed, cut, and style my sister's hair so beautifully. I don't remember who helped us check out, but she even explained to my sister how to style her bangs and what clips work great to help achieve the look she is going for. Overall beyond friendly, welcoming staff and atmosphere. It just makes me so happy that my sister was able to walk out glowing today. She really needed a little confidence booster and the staff did that for her. Forever grateful for them today!

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    Lynn's Hair Design

    Lynn's Hair Design

    4.2
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    13.6 mi
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    Tina no longer works here. I goto Mindy now. Who cuts my hair perfectly in the faded Asian hair…read morethat sticks up like a microphone. Sounds funny, but eh, at least I don't have the mushroom top head look. My thick hair and the cut I want is not an easy hair cut to do. The description sounds funny, but with gel it's a clean military look or akin to school kids going to grade school. Not my thing but, the maturity aura can be fixed with longer hair on top. Believe the best way to say is it that I have a heart shaped face. That means the top of my hair should look like an egg to my preference. The haircut I want isn't for the faint. Mess up and you cannot fix it. It's why most fades on my hair type sticks out and is not flat on the sides like a flat top. Once Mindy understood I was willing to take the risk, I was rewarded in something that many hairdressers cannot cut and or is willing to do. Which is to fade free hand, then rat tail comb fade the edges on top with a clipper and texture with scissors. Mind you I watched a long time before giving her the go ahead to take the risk. Sounds a lot of work right? Hair dressers will complain doing this type of cut. It's a lot of work, will take time. Mindy does this for me. And for that I tip well. To be fair, I get my hair cut once a month. But it's usually the best way to learn as the hair has grown out and everything needs to be redone again. Note. Tip what you can, I usually tip hourly wage max to half. Mindy gets more, that's how much I like the cut. 15 to 25 percent minimum wage is a good tip. That being said Mindy takes time, is patient, and remembers you. Everything you would want in a hairdresser. I really should come every two weeks but I got things to do. Mindy does textbook style hair cutting. Which doesn't work with my hair cause you don't really expect an Asian with an Afro like hair type, thick, and straight. Takes time to learn cultured hair types. My hair is a rarity. Mindy learned quickly how to cut and tame it. Qualities of a true hair dresser. Note. I got my hair cut by Lynn too. She's good, but she's busy and I believe she understands my haircut and hair is annoying to do. The guy and new girl are good too. Just a preference and patience to be had.

    I know you've probably seen plenty of posts about her, but there's a reason everyone talks about…read moreLynn -- she is truly the queen of color. Show her a photo of the look you want, and she'll bring it to life with precision and artistry. I originally went in just to recolor my hair, and she suggested adding highlights. Yes, it was a little extra, but her pricing is incredibly reasonable -- and the results were worth every penny. I couldn't be happier. You'll see in the photos how the color shifts beautifully depending on the light. That's Lynn's talent: dimension, detail, and pure skill. I absolutely love her work and her eye for perfection. If you're thinking about a color refresh, you won't regret trusting Lynn's expertise.

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    Moski Hair Lounge

    Moski Hair Lounge

    4.4
    (247 reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    Women-owned & operated
    Luxury

    Highly recommended by a close friend, Rachelle, who recently got her hair cut by Stephen (Styles By…read moreStephen) at Moski Hair Lounge. I was also able to avail of a Groupon deal for a blowout, haircut & deep conditioning treatment too. Appointments required, either via Vagaro or phone, 48-hour cancellation window. His hours are only Wednesday through Saturday. As other reviewers have said, the parking situation is scarce. The salon is located in Land Park between Sac City College and Meet & Eat, by the Plaza Cervantes Park on 11th Ave and Freeport Blvd. There are free spaces along the curb right in front of the business, but the slanted spaces facing the grass are 15 minutes only. On the other side of the grassy area, they say 1 hour parking until 7 PM, and the ones along Freeport are for Zipcars; the rest is residential. I was told that the parking enforcement isn't as bad now since it's summer and school isn't in session, but I expect that when it is that you'd have to move your vehicle mid-hair appointment. A bright, clean, and inviting Aveda salon space. Only a brief wait (minutes) before being seen by Stephen, I declined refreshments but they did have sparkling water. I had shown some inspo photos which were more conservative collarbone-length A-line angled bobs with or without wispy/blunt/curtain bangs. Ultimately, I went even shorter with a chic layered bob with side-swept bangs. Dry chop first, then the shampoo/conditioning before the real cut and styling/blowout. Stephen has over a decade of experience and has been at Moski for almost a year now. Easygoing relaxed conversation but quality work attentive to detail and the finished look came out super cute for this last part of summer! Definitely feeling fresh and loving the new hair.

    I love Chanel and her work! She was very detailed and made sure that I knew what was happening…read morethroughout the process. She made sure I was comfortable, and even provided a nice drink. It made me feel secure and trust her with my hair, specifically with the length of it. We were having a good time and convo that it went by really quickly. The color and cut turned out exactly what I wanted it too. My hair felt so good after; it was shiny, soft, and still healthy after dying the whole thing from virgin hair. 100% would recommend her and would go again :)

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Color created by Monique Coelho
    Red and copper balayage Color created by Monique Coelho
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