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I think I've gone to Casandra at Freebirds (for a shag haircut) five or six times now and I love…read moreher!! Gives my hair amazing shape, plus she's very sweet and great to talk to. Excited to have her as my hairdresser until I leave Long Beach! The vibe of the salon is very alternative, which to me is very chill and welcoming.

I recently moved from L.A. to Long Beach, which meant that I had to find a new stylist/salon - and…read moreI'm glad to have found it with Olive at Freebirds! While I went in for a much needed trim, I came out with an even better cut. The space is open and welcoming, and it was a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Chatting with Olive was lively and fun, as we both used to live in Seattle and forged that connection. I've been in southern CA for over 20 years, and yet Seattle remains a strong thread. Now it's time for new Long Beach experiences, so thank you, Freebirds Salon!

My haircut :p

After a big chop see before

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Waiting area, hair wash station, and their very cool sign!

Salon 500

I had a wonderful experience with Elizabeth. She was so kind and attentive. Listened carefully to…read moreall of my input. I was in town for business and the salon accommodated my appointment even though I booked it Just a a day or two before. I will definitely be coming back next time I'm in the neighborhood for work.

Service is great and the ladies are very nice! I recommend…read morefor a haircut, color, tone etc! The owner is very flexible and will tailor to your needs!

Balayage face frame

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After Chemo before Extensions

The Studio O

Certified professionals

As a first time visitor, the visit felt very welcoming and the vibe of the salon is great. I had my…read moreappointment with Cathy and she did such an amazing job on my hair and listened to my requests. Very good stylist!

To step across the threshold of Studio O on 2nd Street in Long Beach is not merely to enter a…read moresalon, but to be inducted into a sanctum of aesthetic excellence where the very air seems to shimmer with the promise of transformation and the pursuit of beauty is elevated to a high art form. It was with a sense of profound destiny that I first discovered this hidden gem, drawn in by the enigmatic and stylish exterior that sports the magnificent letter "O"--a symbol that I have since come to realize stands not just for Oscar, the proprietor of this fine establishment, but for the "Outstanding," the "Overwhelming," and the "Otherworldly" delight that awaits within. From the moment I first engaged the services of the miraculous Cathy, a true virtuoso of the shears who seems to possess the telepathic ability to discern one's innermost hair desires before they are even spoken, I was irrevocably hooked on a level of service that far surpasses the sterile pretension of even the most prestigious salons in Beverly Hills. My hair, which is a formidable and unruly entity characterized by a thickness and coarseness that would daunt a lesser stylist, is here tamed and coaxed into a state of sublime magnificence through the technical wizardry and tender manipulation of the entire team, resulting in a masterpiece that I am proud to wear upon my head each time I depart. But the magic of Studio O extends far beyond the cut and color; it is an immersive sensory experience where one is enveloped in warmth from the moment of arrival, greeted not as a customer but as a long-lost companion by Oscar and his talented cadre of artists. The interior is a feast for the eyes, boasting captivating wallpaper and a revolving art gallery that stimulates the mind as thoroughly as the ergonomic comfort of the shampoo bowls soothes the body, while the aromatic scents in the restroom and the offering of exquisite coffee drinks cater to one's every comfort

Natural gray mix with a full highlight can be a low maintenance hair color . Root touch ups can last 3 months.

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Lucid Hair Lab

4.9(38 reviews)

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I am new to SoCal and this was my second time getting it done after being disappointed with another…read morehair salon who messed up my hair. I did a very thorough investigation on who I wanted to get my hair done with. It always came back to Roberto and his company Lucid Hair Lab. He went over above and beyond for me as this was a very nerve racking experience for me. He is a master at what he does, and that is magic! I felt so comfortable talking with him. He did my first ever balayage and the end result was incredible and perfect! He gave me tips on how to manage and do upkeep with my hair. He literally saved my life and am now a life long customer!

Best hair stylist ever!! When I first started with Roberto…read moremy hair was a mess, just 6 months later it has drastically improved. Roberto puts his heart and soul into his work and it is so appreciated. If you want your hair to look amazing and be in great shape, MAKE AN APPOINTMENT ASAP!

Bronde Balayage

Purple balayage

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Blonde balayage

Salon Drew

4.8(1.4k reviews)

4.8 mi

Certified professionals

Established in 2002

I had a wonderful experience with my stylist, Hailey! She listened carefully to what I wanted,…read moreasked great follow-up questions, and offered helpful suggestions. I absolutely loved the haircut! She completely nailed the layers and curtain bangs exactly how I wanted them! The color, however, turned out much darker than we had agreed on. While I was bummed about that, Hailey's honesty and professionalism in handling the situation made all the difference. She handled the situation gracefully and offered to waive the color service for me. Her honesty, sincerity, and dedication to customer satisfaction is incredible, and I'm so happy I found her. I will definitely be back

After leaving my longtime stylist because of a salon culture of constant double-booking, rushed…read moreappointments, and heavy reliance on assistants, finding Salon Drew has been such a refreshing change. I'm so grateful to have found Jaidyn! She is truly a light--positive, warm, and you can tell she genuinely loves what she does. She's engaging and attentive, and I especially appreciate how knowledgeable and thoughtful she is during consultations. She listens to what I want while also giving honest, professional feedback and recommendations. One of my favorite things about Jaidyn is that she always lets me know what services she recommends for my next visit. It makes scheduling so much easier and ensures we book the right amount of time for what I want to accomplish. After experiencing this level of personalized attention, I can't imagine going back to a salon that routinely double-books clients. My preteen daughter also sees Jaidyn, and I love how she encourages her creativity and self-expression while still guiding her toward choices that are age-appropriate and responsible. That balance means so much to me as a parent. Jaidyn has made both of us feel comfortable, heard, and genuinely cared for. We're so happy we found her and Salon Drew!

Salon Drew's Makeup Station

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M.k salon

4.8(378 reviews)

1.7 mi

•$

My mom & I had such a lovely experience at M.K Salon! My mom got a touch-up & tone for her short…read morehair. Maly did a cool blonde tone & even styled it into a soft blowout. For me, I got a fresh balayage. Maly fixed my previous bleach, toned my hair twice for the perfect shade, then gave me a nice cut & styled it beautifully. I honestly didn't know how to explain what I wanted, but I showed her a few inspo pics & she immediately knew what to do. Her salon is small & tucked away in a little plaza in Long Beach, but so worth finding! We actually know about her because my mom's coworker referred us! The atmosphere is so intimate with only 3 salon chair. Oh! She treated us to complimentary ramen & donuts lol. Prices are unbelievably affordable.. only $400 for both of us, including tip! That's rare these days!! The only small note is that Maly has a bit of a heavy hand while working!! My mom on the other hand said she actually loved it because it felt like a scalp massage . Overall, we're obsessed with our new hair and will definitely be back.

Found this gem while searching for somewhere to get my hair done and after reading several reviews,…read moreI decided to give them a try. It's hidden in a little shopping center and quite honestly I probably wouldn't have given it a try how to not read the reviews and I'm really glad I decided to try them out. Myla -I think that's how you spell her name cut my hair. As she was doing it I wasn't sure what the outcome would be but once she was done and she blow dried it to give it a bit of a style. It looks so beautiful. She cut about 3 inches to get most of my dead ends out. If I'm ever in the area & I need a haircut. I would absolutely come back again.

Before and after

On the right is what I got vs the picture I showed her many times for reference.

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Sage Salon and Spa

Women-owned & operated

I'm grateful to have found Vanessa! Not only does she do an amazing job with highlights, but she's…read morefabulous with fantasy colors I've struggled to find a stylist who is not only able, but willing to change things up, get creative, and try fun colors and styles. The cut she did made my hair look so much healthier; it became more manageable and a breeze to style - or not - on mornings when I'm in a rush, I'm able to air dry and go, which is so so helpful. To top it all off, she's a wonderful person. I highly, highly recommend Vanessa and Sage Salon & Spa!

I asked for a V shape cut with layers and That is not what I got even tho I showed her an example…read morepicture, I was left with a v shape cut and no layers. Even after going back and asking her to add more layers she trimmed a few hairs and left it the same. I had to go down the street to get it fixed by a different salon. Sage salon and their worker Marina suos waisted my time for 4 hours and my money

Green ,blue,silver ! Boom done by Vanessa

Beautiful new color ! Get it done at Sage S.

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Carmel Balayage

The Den Salon

4.7(302 reviews)

3.4 mi

I was on vacay in Long Beach and really needed a haircut. Moni gave me the best haircut of my…read morelife!!!!! Great place to go if you need an amazing haircut. She's also super friendly as well.

I truly cannot say enough amazing things about this salon! We just started coming here, but they…read morehave treated us with so much kindness and made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. Everyone is incredibly personable, professional and patient. Shannon has been doing my daughter's hair, and I am always so happy with how beautiful it turns out. You can tell she truly cares about their work and she takes pride in making sure her clients leave feeling good and loving their hair. One of the things I appreciate the most is how accommodating Shannon is willing to work with my unpredictable schedule. That kind of understanding and flexibility means more to me than they probably realize. It's rare to find a salon where you not only love the quality of the work, but also genuinely love the people and the way they treat you. Today, the owner went above and beyond for my daughter and I, he made us feel comfortable, welcomed, and taken care of here. I'm so grateful we found them and I would recommend this salon over and over again. If you're looking for talented stylists who are professional, kind, accommodating, with a great environment and truly care about their clients, this is the place!

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Dean Anthony Salon

4.8(1k reviews)

0.2 mi

•$$$

Certified professionals

22 years in business

I had a wonderful first-time experience with Michelle Shelton at Dean Anthony on Tuesday! I was…read morenervous about trying a new stylist, but Michelle and her sweet assistant, Cali, made me feel so welcome. Michelle is a great communicator and a true educator. She took the time to truly listen to what I wanted, asked about my current routine, and discussed my hair concerns--what works and what doesn't. What really impressed me was how educational the experience was. While blow-drying my hair, Michelle explained what she was doing and why, giving me the confidence to recreate the look at home. I walked out with a fantastic cut, affirmation on the products I'm already using, and a recommendation for one new product that is going to be a game-changer for my naturally silver hair. Overall, a phenomenal first visit--I've already booked my next appointment!

Jessica is the best! best service! always feel like a new person! Ive been going for a few years…read morenow!

Balayage by Artistic Team Educator, Jonathan

Relax and enjoy!

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Sunkissed Balayage by Jonathan at Dean Anthony Salon

Seven Hair Studio

4.7(283 reviews)

1.6 mi

Edit: not the owner trying to make excuses instead of holding her stylist accountable. BFFR Period…read morepoint blank I have made time out of my days to commit to our appointments and the first time I did have to change the appointment I stated IF SHE CANT ITS FINE WE CAN STICK TO ORIGINAL, no biggie I can make the original, and then she cancels like bruh we could have stuck to the original & then I couldn't say yes to appointments offered the following day or week because: 1. I had a flight the next day like at 6am 2. when I return I go back to school Mon- Thurs literally 10am -3:30pm and then 6:30pm-9 3. I work 14 hour shifts Fri- Sunday . Not once did she offer if I'd like another stylist , not once did she offer a real accommodation . Let's be real and hold accountability , because this second cancel the day of appointments, messaging me hours before on IG asking to move my appointment earlier to then canceling is WILD . Original : I know the stylists have their own way of booking or dealing with affairs apart of the salon but I think it's wild they have a rebooking fee of over $30 if client has to reschedule last minute their appointments BUT when I get my appointment canceled TWICE by the stylist ON THE DAY OF THE APPOINTMENT , due to "family emergencies" that apparently always happen. I think it's wild that a stylist can waste a clients time and day considering the first time it was canceled I had planned to get my hair cut before my birthday trip and today it got canceled I had just told my boss no to coming in for a shift because of my scheduled appointment ... what do we clients get in return besides wasted time and lost money ? At least she returned my $20 deposit that has been kept since August but damn , homegirl really needs to take care of home before taking appointments , we have a life out here too.

I had an amazing experience. I felt so comfy and so safe with my hair stylist Heather. She had such…read morea kind aura and energy. She talked to me but I was having a rough day and didn't feel like being a big talker and I didn't feel pushed into that. I didn't feel pressured into making conversation. Heather was able to read me well. The hair washing experience is pretty new to me ( i haven't had a cut in 2ish years) and it was so soothing. As she cut my hair she was explaining the steps being taken. Everyone else there also seemed super nice. They were laughing with each other and with their clients. I genuinely felt comfortable. My hair came out exactly how I asked. She just read me like a book. I got so many compliments from the other stylists and from my friends at work. I felt super confident with my cut. Thanks Heather !!

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Brothers wedding updo

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Brittainy W.

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17 years ago

Shadow Box Salon in Belmont Shore is an amazing place ! The owner Natalie Butcher is one of the friendliest faces in the Shore. After going to her for more than eight years, she has become not only my favorite hair stylist, but also a valued friend. The laid-back atmosphere, relaxed and professional vibe, along with the fantastic stylists make this salon this best in Belmont Shore. I highly recomment Shadow Box Salon!!! read more

natasha r.

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11 years ago

I'm soooooo thrilled that Andrea is back in Long Beach!! I've never received so many compliments. My friend today told me how this is the best hair she's seen on me, and she's seen A LOTof different styles. Thank you Andrea! Thanks for making me feel beautiful again. My hair has never looked Or felt better. read more

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Check out our Coppola Keratin treatmet for frizzy hair. Its better than the Brazilian blowout. Starting at just $120 read more

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