I hadn't done anything to my hair in about 2 plus years and let my gray roots come in. My hubby is…read moreretiring soon (he's my silver haired fox) so I decided to finally embrace my gray, too. The hair that Adriana had to deal with was "virgin" hair untouched by processing but very fine. I don't know anything about balayage (and that it works from the tips to the root, not vice-versa) so she helpfully showed me a few pics of gray highlighting and we were set to go. I love the ambience there; very chillax. This happened right between Thanksgiving and Christmas and you get burnt out on all the bouncy music everywhere you go. Luckily, I picked a very quiet establishment with just soft jazzy versions of the holiday stuff. The many live plants as decor really adds to the spa vibe. Make sure you keep your voices low so as not to disturb other patrons, many of whom are fellow Asians like me. I read on their website about the "Head Spa" that they do, which is kind of a 20/40/60 minute facial but for your scalp. Those chairs are so comfy you will, if you're not careful, fall asleep. Every major service (cut and highlights for me) will include a scalp massage. They block out the overhead lights and you feel like you're floating lying down. I might come back regularly for this alone. I recommend this place for people who have stress headaches. They say they use pure jojoba and help exfoliate your scalp. The total for a long hair cut was $94 and the cost of highlights was $325. You put down $100 deposit with your credit card when you make the appointment and they don't cash it until your service is complete. Make sure you're on time or early (I suggest at least 15 mins) or you will be charged 100% penalty. Parking is limited to behind Lake Ave in "Shoppers Lane." If they run out of spots you can also park at the Trader Joe's (west side of Lake) and just buy something there so you can get validated. It was pricey but well worth it. My stylist advised that I come in every few months for toner rinse to keep the highlights bright since the gray will just come in naturally after that. Don't be afraid to do it! Ask for Adriana.

EDIT: The haircut itself actually looks nice after looking at it. I was just in shock with the…read morebangs & then having to pay $120 w this on my head. I had straight across bangs when I walked in so it's not like I don't like bangs on me. They just look like I cut them myself & messed up LOL but I styled them myself just now & it's a little better. . I had such a great experience with Reyka last time so I'm quite disappointed in my experience this time with Yuri. She was very kind but I don't think she asked enough questions throughout the process to know what I wanted. I know it's hard to get 100% exactly what you want unless the stylist can read your mind so I really don't mind it looking a little different. But, the photo I took as soon as I got in the car shows how she sent my bangs out the door... which... I have textured hair but I look like I got smacked by a tornado It was $120 for this :( I drove out from west LA because I really trusted this salon but I think... it's time to find a different one or try Reyka again :(

It's been a long while since I've had my hair cut and styled by someone other than myself. When I…read morecame across and found Emily, I felt like it was time for a little change. She gave me just that and our conversation flowed nicely while she did my hair. So very friendly and charismatic! I enjoyed my time and self care at this salon.

Needed to refresh my color and Emily did an amazing job…read more She asked me questions and ensured that she understood what I wanted before starting. She showed me color options and gave me her opinions which helped narrow down what color we would end up doing. Emily's personality is also so amazing. She's so outgoing and nice and it just felt like we were friends hanging out. I highly recommend booking with her. My hair turned out so well! The salon is also so nice and clean. It's located by El Portal and yes, there's a parking lot for them.

Got a haircut today by Ami - her instagram is @amidoeshair - she gave me face framing curtain bangs…read moreand beautiful layers. I was really specific with the cut I wanted because I don't like my hair too short and Ami really listened and delivered!! She specializes in haircuts/styles that are long lasting and look better as it grows out without needing much styling - perfect for me since I never have time to style my hair before work. Lots of free parking in the parking lot. They have gendered restrooms, couches to wait on, and Ami even offered me water, teas, and snacks during my visit. She's so sweet! The Union Salon South space is an absolute gem. It's so beautiful with lots of windows, open brick concept, and lots of wonderful stylists walking around. Highly highly recommend Ami - she really listens to what her customers want and isn't pushy with any products.

I had such a wonderful experience with my hairstylist KRISTIN KIM! I'm extremely satisfied and…read morehappy with how my hair (balayage) turned out. It looks beautiful!!! She was very gentle while shampooing my hair and constantly made sure I was comfortable throughout the whole process. I also appreciated the little touches, like serving me coffee, which made the experience even more relaxing and enjoyable. She was professional, caring, and attentive from start to finish. Highly recommended!

I have been getting my hair done by Cynthia for many many years. I am at a point where she has full…read morecontrol and what she wants to do. She goes way beyond your imagination, unfortunately, I have given her a lot of things to be fixed over and over from damages that I had created. Nothing at all has ever been unfixable and just like how I said that she not only fixes it, but she takes it to a whole other level, creating dimension and vibrancy.

I have been coloring my hair professionally for years. My former hairdresser retired 2 years ago…read moreand I have been so disappointed with a number of other hairdressers I have tried since that time. Thanks to Yelp, I found Cynthia!! She is definitely a color expert! I came in with black/ brown hair and fine highlights asking to lighten my base and add highlights. She learned about my hair history and we proceeded with my understanding that it will be a process of a few visits to get to the color I desire. However, the initial results are beautiful! Looking forward to continuing to work with Cynthia on my hair color transformation journey!!

You don't have to think twice, just go to Sally. She never disappointed you!…read moreI used to be shy and not so confident about myself, but since i met Sally, it completely changed. I couldn't count how many time people give me compliments about my hair. My life is so much better when i got my hair done by her. Whatever you want, she get it for you, even more than what you expected. She's also a very friendly person, she knows a lot about traveling. So you're not only talk to her about hair but so many things else. I only come to Sally maybe once every 4-5months because i'm still a student and my budget is tight, but she remembers everything about me and she know exactly what i want to do with my hair So, say no more, if you want nice beautiful hair, book appointment right now if you don't want to wait because she has a lot of clients

Sally is your girl when it comes to your hair needs!…read more So let me tell you something about myself: when I'm bored, I tend to cut my bangs and then I mess them up to the point where people question my life choices. Sally, on the other hand, helped save my bangs when I thought there was no point of return. She also cut the rest of my savage- and uneven-looking hair and made it look normal (phew!). She knew how to work with my thick, Asian hair and she was able to tag-team with her assistant, Eden, to make sure that the whole mishap with my hair would not happen again. I'll definitely swing by when I'm ready to commit to the balayage since my hair needs more dimension; I just can't be too lazy when it comes to taking care of my hair. If you are interested in balayage, you can definitely check her portfolio on her IG - her handle is: bookwithsally. Thanks Sally and Eden!

You know they are good when you drive from Huntington Beach to Pasadena! I have been going to…read moreClaire (stylist/owner) for almost 20 years. She is the only one I trust with my hair. The salon is beautiful and maintained at the highest level. The location is perfect and has plenty of parking. They use only the best hair products. They even serve you drinks and yummy snacks. The prices are comparable to other high end hair salons. If you are in search of a new hair place, I highly recommend La Magie Hair Salon.

I been coming to Claire for the past few years and I leave each time feeling amazing. Prior to…read morecoming here, I had gone to a salon in Beverly Hills. The stylist did a good job at a very steep price but I would always leave feeling like my hair looked like every single person that left the salon. I did some homework and that's how I found Claire. Her salon is in Pasadena. It's chic and her team are always friendly. Her pricing is fair and I leave the salon every time feeling authentic and chic! I always love how the colors turn out and even as it fades the color still looks great (sometimes I can't wait to see what it fades to). I highly recommend her! She's such a badass!

Jennifer is amazing!…read more I had my hair done by Jennifer today at Studio K in Pasadena. The salon itself was absolutely beautiful and spotless. Everything felt so clean and well-maintained, and it almost felt like getting my hair done in a lovely café. I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I asked for a K-pop-inspired style, and Jennifer really listened carefully to what I wanted and understood exactly what I meant. She made me look so much younger and more beautiful. I absolutely love my new hair. Thank you, Jennifer, for making me feel like I look years younger. I'll definitely be back. See you again, Jennifer!

Not the greatest haircut…read more My hair has loose yet defined curls. I asked for and was assured the hairstylist had experience with curly hair. Unfortunately this was not the case. My hair was kind of a chop job that took months and other haircuts to fix. Won't be returning.

Keya is amazing, he did such a beautiful job on my hair, exceeded all expectations! The ambiance…read moreand natural lighting are so relaxing. Located in the arcade court yard in pasadena. I had a full color change with balayage and k-tip extensions. The extensions are unbelievably light weight and seamlessly blended my husband could not even tell! Natural looking exactly what i wanted! Highly recommend his services.

I have been cutting my hair with Keya for years. He also does my husband's haircut. I highly…read morerecommend Keya because of his artistic ability and impeccable haircut techniques. Love he has worldwide view of style and since he is a world traveler brings a lot of new insights into his work. You won't regret working with him to accomplish any goal you have regarding your hair. Also, it's very pleasant to have a good conversation while getting your hair done. Definitely, one of the best hairstylists in Pasadena.