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    The Gates Salon

    4.7 (74 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Marie Y.

    My hairdresser, who I'd been seeing for 10 years, was losing steam. Dissatisfied with the way he'd been coiffing me lately, it was definitely time for a change. So I decided to consult with the people at The Gates Salon to see if they could help me with my hairdo dilemma. OMG...I was paired with the COOLEST stylist ever! When I walked in, Gina introduced herself to me and began by giving me a tour of the salon. Then I sat in her chair and we discussed my hair issue. She was very attentive to questions that I had and gave great suggestions on the type of style that would work for me. She also gave me tips on how to maintain my new hairstyle (in plain English) and the products I should use in doing so. As a result, I walked out of there with a cool new 'do! Couldn't wait to go home and show the husband - I was feeling quite sexy. Thanks to Gina, I have found a new salon. Besides haircuts, The Gates also provides skincare services and manicures & pedicures. They also have an entire corner in the salon dedicated to hair and skin products. YEAH!

    Justin H.

    What an experience! First off, I loved that the salon was located right in the heart of downtown Pasadena. The decor captures the essence of Pasadena's charm. As to the services themselves, I couldn't have been more pleased. Even though I was simply getting a standard men's cut, I was still treated to the full service experience as they washed and conditioned my hair, offered me drinks, cut my hair, and styled it. Michel was a great conversationalist. Most importantly, the cut was exactly what I was looking for. If you are even close to the shop, you should try to get in and enjoy the experience.

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    Meghan B.

    I went in to have my hair dyed lighter after being strictly dark brown to black. I had never bleached my hair and usually don't splurge on myself when it comes to my hair. Right away, I was greeted by my stylist, Jerry Wang. He listen to my request of wanting the newer trend bayalage. He really took his time to make sure everything was perfect. Jerry was so confident and at ease with his work it put my nerves to rest. He also made sure I was comfortable brought me water and magazines. I will most defiantly be coming back!!! Thank you!!!

    Pink Purple Balayage Ombré hairBy Jerry
    Tong S.

    The service here was great and neat! I love it and l'd love to come another time. At first my hairs color was a mess. It was a mixture of different colors! Then I came to Jerry and he did an amazing job beautifying my hair. He is the best stylist that I ever met! Here are some pictures to show you his wonderful job on my hair.

    Stylist: Jerry Wang at the Gates Salon and Spa, side view.

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    Michel did a dark subtle balayage for me today, and I am AMAZED with how natural and blended the highlights are.

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    La Magie Hair Salon - Layered Haircut by Krista

    La Magie Hair Salon

    4.8(255 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    It was my first time ever coming here, and I gave Grace my complete trust. I requested a hush cut…read moreservice, and I absolutely love how my hair turned out. Grace immediately got to work after we communicated what I was looking for, using the reference photos she asked for along with her own input as a hush cut specialist. The salon itself is very clean, airy, and modern. Despite looking small from the outside, it doesn't feel small at all. There's no strong chemical smell from hair dyes, ammonia, or bleach, which I really appreciated. The staff are super friendly and made me feel comfortable right away. I would definitely come back again in the future. After the cut, my confidence level boosted so much. Thank you Grace.

    When reasonable pre-service questions about timing, sessions, cost, and hair health are treated as…read morea problem, that's something potential clients should know. I reached out before booking a $500-$600 hair service because I genuinely care about my hair and wanted to be thoughtful before committing. I asked straightforward questions about how many sessions it might take, how long it would take, pricing, and how my hair health would be handled. These were not abstract questions. They were about my own hair and my own money. At first, I was told I could come in for a more direct consultation. When I followed up and asked when a good time would be, the tone changed. I was told this is "not an educational organization," that questions about my own hair should be directed to my previous stylist, and that consultations were not available because they were "too busy," especially on Fridays and Saturdays. That honestly caught me off guard, especially after being encouraged to come in. It started to feel like asking questions at all was unwelcome. What bothered me wasn't that they were busy. I get that. It was how I was shut down. Instead of simply saying we might not be the right fit, the responses felt dismissive and made it seem like I was being difficult for wanting clarity. I stayed polite the entire time and never asked for anything unreasonable. I just didn't want to walk in blind. This experience was especially disappointing because I chose this salon intentionally after reading negative reviews and believing the public responses showed care and accountability. I understand every business has bad reviews and nobody is perfect. But after this interaction, those reviews suddenly made a lot more sense. I'll be honest: I almost booked based on the photos alone. The work looks beautiful. But talent isn't the only thing that matters. Integrity, communication, and having a client's best interest in mind matter just as much. Sharing this so others know to read beyond the pictures and decide for themselves what kind of experience they want. No one should feel small or brushed off for asking questions before paying for a service.

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    Balayage Highlights by Kim

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    PINOK STUDIO by Matsumoto - Balayage by Yuta.

    PINOK STUDIO by Matsumoto

    4.7(249 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$$
    Free parking
    Available by appointment

    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 :(

    Had my haircut and styled here a few years back by Yuta himself. I don't have any complaints about…read morethe cut or the styling itself - it was fine... it didn't blow my mind away where I had to return to see them regularly but neither bad. I think the most disappointing part of the entire experience was Yuta. He was quiet... kind of distant, kind of cold and off-putting. He didn't really seem friendly which kind of made things awkward. He wasn't necessarily mean either but just kind of awkward. I didn't really feel like I was welcomed or belonged. The female hairstylists were better but... he was a bit weird in terms of social interaction. So never went back.

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    PINOK STUDIO by Matsumoto - Beige Balayage

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    Union Salon South - Balayage + curly haircut by Tiffany @tiffygotsthishair

    Union Salon South

    4.9(927 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    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.

    This is LONG overdue, but I made my first appointment with Kristin almost 2 years ago, when I…read moredecided to chop off 12+ inches of hair. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted, made me feel super comfortable and reassured throughout the whole process, made suggestions based on my best interest long-term, and overall, exceeded my expectations. Fast forward to yesterday, I saw Kristin again to bleach and color my hair for the first time. She was thorough in explaining the process and realistic about maintenance/results, while still taking the time and putting in the effort to achieve the result I was hoping for. It turned out even better than I imagined, and my hair still feels so healthy. On top of all of this, she's been well aware that I've developed moderate to severe eczema over the past year, and ensures that my scalp health is also a high priority by checking in regularly throughout the process. TLDR: Kristin is genuinely so sweet, thoughtful, and caring, and it shows in her work. V grateful for her!! Wish I could gatekeep, but I can't keep her in the dark anymore bc she deserves all the recognition and more

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    Union Salon South - Root touch up, gloss & blow dry by Sam Torres IG @sammy.styyles

    Root touch up, gloss & blow dry by Sam Torres IG @sammy.styyles

    Union Salon South - Balayage + haircut by Tiffany @tiffygotsthishair

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    The Maya Salon - Creamy platinum by Rene

    The Maya Salon

    4.8(564 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Locally owned & operated

    I came to The Maya Salon for a last-minute trim. After calling several salons trying to get a last…read moreminute appointment, this was the only place that had an opening. Finding the salon was easy and there was parking right out front, which made it even better. I stay in South Pasadena on weekends at my boyfriend's house, so I decided to give it a try. EJ was incredibly kind and welcoming. I arrived a few minutes early while he was finishing with another client, and he saw me right at my appointment time. He also offered drinks and snacks, which I really appreciated because I definitely needed the caffeine boost that day. He washed my hair and gave me the trim I desperately needed, removing all my split ends while still keeping my hair long just like I asked. I'm always nervous about losing too much length, but he really listened and delivered exactly what I wanted. His station was also very cute and calming, with plants around the mirror and a dream catcher. I deal with anxiety, so I really appreciated his relaxing energy during the appointment. I usually get my trims done in Beverly Hills with my longtime stylist, and I was pleasantly surprised that the price here was about the same -- $120, which is pretty standard for a good trim in Beverly Hills as well. Since I happened to be in the area, I thought "why not?" and I'm really glad I did because it turned out to be such a pleasant experience.

    I had my hair done by Iris yesterday and she was so kind and funny she fixed my hair from looking…read morelike it's been neglected for years to feeling and lookifresh without an extreme color change. I highly recommend her!

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