I could go on and on about how fantastic Mrs. Rios is! She would get my golden buzzer on America's got talent - seriously she's got an unrivaled amount of tricks up her sleeve and the patience of a saint with my squirmy toddler! She gave my son his 2nd ever haircut at 14 months old after an upsetting experience at a larger franchise that specializes in cuts for babies. She took her time and let him get comfortable with the tools and surroundings and knew exactly what to play on tv to keep him distracted. She is a wonderful person and is as good as it gets with kids. Look no further! Balloons, toys, music, colorful curtains, rainbows everywhere - even on the ceiling! Thank you Mrs. Rios you are so talented! read more

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Mrs. Rios is WONDERFUL!!! Our grandson, Jayce, is 3 now and he NEVER let anyone cut his hair. We tried numerous places and we even paid heavily to have a stylist come to our home, but Jayce would not let anyone even touch his hair. I found this salon specializing doing children's hair. Mrs. Rios knew exactly how to engage with him and her energy and demeanor is perfect for handling all types of children. She did a beautiful job on his hair and the experience couldn't have went any better! Thank you so much, Mrs. Rios!!! Totally recommend her, especially to any parents with children that do not like getting their hair cut. read more

Had an amazing experience with Mrs Rios!! She is so good and kind and patient. It is my 2 year olds first haircut and I was worried she would cry so much and it would make it hard for the hair cut session. But Mrs Rios was so kind and patient, she put on Elsa for my daughter and talked her through the experience and my girl stopped crying so fast and calmly finished through the session. Would definitely recommend to anyone. read more

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We got both our girls hair trimmed for the first day of school next week. We were looking for a recommendation and Nita did an amazing job beyond our expectations. She was so patient and kind. The girls hair looks so cute! We will definitely be back! read more

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Mrs. Rios is WONDERFUL!!! Our grandson, Jayce, is 3 now and he NEVER let anyone cut his hair. We tried numerous places and we even paid heavily to have a stylist come to our home, but Jayce would not let anyone even touch his hair. I found this salon specializing doing children's hair. Mrs. Rios knew exactly how to engage with him and her energy and demeanor is perfect for handling all types of children. She did a beautiful job on his hair and the experience couldn't have went any better! Thank you so much, Mrs. Rios!!! Totally recommend her, especially to any parents with children that do not like getting their hair cut. read more

This was my second time coming here. Ms. Juanita is absolutely great at what she does. She truly knows how to deal with young ones who may not be comfortable yet getting a haircut and is amazing at making kids feel comfortable. From the variety of toys and kid-centric decor in the salon to her mannerisms and including the kids in the process by explaining, showing, and letting kids feel different instruments before she uses them, she removes the fear barrier from the equation. I highly recommend this place. She was also fantastic at accommodating us even though her schedule was full because I let her know my son's bday was coming up. Great customer service, awesome staff, great price. read more

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Ms. Rios at Trims & Tangles is amazing! We had such a wonderful experience at Trims & Tangles, thanks to Ms. Rios. She was incredibly patient, kind, and so great with kids. She made my daughter feel comfortable right away, explained what she was doing, and kept the whole experience calm and positive. The haircut turned out perfect, and my child left smiling. You can truly tell Ms. Rios has a special talent for working with children and making haircuts an stress-free experience for both kids and parents. Highly recommend asking for Ms. Rios at Trims & Tangles. We will definitely be back! read more

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Could not be more satisfied with this place. I booked an appointment for my 6 months with Mrs Rios based on the reviews on yelp. I am beyond happy with the service, she is very kids friendly and the place is so cute. Will definitely be coming back read more

We LOVE Miss Juanita! She does a fabulous job with my kids' haircuts. She is incredibly kind and patient and it's obvious she loves kids. Her special gift is with children who are neurodivergent. My daughter has sensory processing issues and Miss Juanita has been so patient with her and is so good at slowing things down so as not to surprise her. The room is perfectly decorated for kids and they always leave with a balloon and a lollipop. I can't recommend her enough! read more

One of the best haircuts we have gotten for my son. Great service. Easy scheduling. Very kid friendly and fun things for the kids to do.

She's a pro. Took our 1 year old for his first haircut and it was an amazing experience. I see why she is so highly rated on Yelp.

Mrs. Rio was absolutely wonderful with my son today. Cutting a toddler's hair isn't always easy, but she was incredibly patient, kind, and calm the entire time. She made him feel comfortable and took her time to make sure everything looked perfect. His haircut turned out fantastic, and the whole experience was so positive for both of us. It's clear she truly cares about the kids she works with. We're so grateful and will definitely be back. Highly recommend Mrs. Rio! read more

Handled my fussy son with care and utmost professionalism. She had toys on hand to help distract him, and Ms. Rachel on her iPad ready to go. Loved that her chair is a car, though that didn't help our boy this first time in. I'm sure he'll enjoy it next time around, once he's gotten over his fear of the buzzing razor. She told me that the ones she has are made for kids. So less scary than it would be at a regular barbershop. We'll def be back, and highly recommend! read more

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My 4 year old had a vision and came out feeling like a true princess. She wanted bangs. I was apprehensive but Mrs Rios found an amazing compromise that both my Diva and I were blown away by! We will 1000% be back and I'll be bringing my other three daughters as well! read more

Juanita was awesome and did a great job on our 1 year old's first haircut! There is lots of stuff to keep little ones occupied. Great experience! read more

What a sweet lady. I had my son's haircut and she went above and beyond to accommodate my unique timing request. She had everything a baby would need to entertain while they are receiving haircut. This will be my place from here on. The vise was very calm and nice. read more

HOW DO I LEAVE MORE THAN 5 STARS?! I'm still in awe of my son's haircut experience! Juanita is such a professional and knows how to work with children! She is warm, kind and has all the bells and whistles. From iPads, toys (that are also for sale), balloons, lollipops and more she's got plenty of distractions to keep the kiddos occupied. She has a quiet clipper, and was so gentle yet masterful with her hair cutting skills. My son didn't shed one tear, which is quite the departure from his last few haircuts where he was inconsolably crying. You can really tell she loves her craft and children. She is a perfectionist too, checked on my son's bangs after they dried and did some finishing touches so it was *perfect*. He is going to look so dapper for his birthday this weekend! I am so thrilled to have found my son's new hairdresser and will be coming back soon! She's also right next to We Play Loud. She is simply the BEST! read more

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Absolutely amazing staff and facility. Adapted for children all ages. My kids are looking forward to go every time. Highly recommend but book far in advance. read more

Had a great "first haircut" experience for my daughter. Mrs. Rios was so sweet and friendly! She was very inviting and made my daughter feel comfortable, she's slow to warm up to people. We got a cute certificate with her hair attached. There's a small jeep for kids to sit in for a fun experience. An iPad was offered to entertain you little one while they get their haircut. And lastly, a balloon and lollipop to end the experience. Overall, a 10/10 experience! Highly recommend! read more

We love Ms. Juanita! The only place we go for my girls' haircut. It's inside Sola Salon and her place is clean and colorful.

I tried to remember who was the stylist that did the hair cut for my son. She is really amazing! I was so happy for this new haircut that can make my son look better in this picture day! I was very proud of myself found this place!!!! Good business deserves good reviews! Thank you guys! read more

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Thank you very friendly environment for parents and children very nice recommendation.

They are phenomenal when it comes to giving my level 3 autistic son a haircut. The barber has various children's programs and toys to distract kids and even gifts a balloon. The vibe is playful and fun and the owner makes my son feel at home. Also the price is very reasonable. I will go no where else to get a haircut for my son. read more

Had to update, as Ms. Rhonda moved away and we've been seeing Ms. Juanita regularly since then for my son's haircuts :) Ms. Juanita is a true ANGEL! For over three years, we've been visiting Trims and Tangles for my son's haircuts, and he's always excited to go. The private studio setting is perfect, offering a calm environment without the hustle or overstimulation. Having an autistic son means navigating haircuts differently, but Ms. Juanita's patience, empathy, and kindness have made all the difference. Whether he's pretending to drive in the jeep chair, playing on the iPad she provides, watching nature documentaries, or simply enjoying his reflection during the cut, the experience is always positive for him. We wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Juanita, particularly for families with young children or those with special needs. She's incredibly accommodating and committed to ensuring a great haircut experience for everyone. She is such a blessing to our little family. read more

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Loved how my daughter's hair cut came out! She made my daughter so comfortable and she was very welcoming! Will always be getting my daughter's hair done here! read more

Trims & Tangles - Kids Hair Salons Near Me - Lake Forest, California

We've been seeing Juanita at Trims and Tangles for almost 3 years now -- we started when my grandson was 2, and he just turned 5. Finding her truly changed everything for us. Before her, we tried two different children's haircut places, thinking that would automatically make it easier. Unfortunately, both experiences were extremely overwhelming for him. He has some sensitivities, and haircuts were just too much -- lots of tears and trying to wiggle out of the chair. After those experiences, no one was eager to try again. I remember scrolling through reviews feeling pretty desperate to find someone who understood sensitive kiddos. That's when I found Trims and Tangles. From the moment Juanita opened the door and said, "We're just going to take our time and get to know each other first," I felt a huge sigh of relief. No rushing. No pressure. Just calm and patience. He's still a little shy (that's just his personality), but the difference over the years has been huge. He doesn't scream or try to escape the chair anymore -- and for us, that's a major win. We haven't even fully used the buzzers yet, and she never pushes it. She just says, "When he's ready, we'll use them." That level of patience and understanding is priceless. I'm so grateful we found her, and we've been going ever since. read more

Mrs. Rios did an amazing job on my 2 year olds haircut! He's never liked getting his haircut, but this was his first time seeing Mrs. Rios and coming to Trim and Tangles and he did so well! Their salon is so adorable and has so many toys and different tv shows to entertain the kids. They even have a jeep to sit in during the haircut! We will definitely be back between the service, salon, and expertise they have cutting children's hair. read more

Ms. Juanita is a PRO!!!!!! I took my 1 year old to Ms. Juanita for his first hair cut and I brought a bunch of toys to distract my little guy but they were not even needed because she already has it all! She took the time to make him feel comfortable before even starting. He was smiling the whole way through. The chair is a cute little car that the kids can sit in. She knew exactly what to do to keep him calm, smiling, and distracted. What a pro! We've been there a few more times after that and we always have a great experience! read more

It's awesome. I love this place. I take my daughter there every month and they do a great job.

Loved our experience with Ms. Juanita! She was so patient and kind with my wiggly boy. We absolutely love the haircut she gave him and have 0 complaints. Will be back, and highly highly recommend her expertise. Thank you!! read more

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We don't have enough words to describe this fantastic salon! We brought our 5.5 month old son for his first haircut, and it was the best experience. Mrs. Rios cut his hair, and she was so warm, kind, and talented. We also got a lock of his hair and a certificate for his first haircut! Everything was so thoughtful and special. We will be coming back here as our son continues to grow. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SALON FOR YOUR INFANTS! You won't regret it. read more

5 Stars!!! A Perfect First Haircut Experience! We had the absolute best experience with Juanita! She was incredibly kind and patient even though we arrived late and took a little while to get settled, she welcomed us without hesitation. She gave Channy the exact haircut we wanted and made the whole process so enjoyable for him. Juanita had everything set up beautifully: a fun car chair, toys to keep him entertained, and even let him pick out a lollipop at the end. She used a baby-safe styling product to finish his look, which we loved so much we bought a bottle to take home! The space itself is amazing, calm, not overstimulating, and thoughtfully designed just for little ones. The one-on-one setup made all the difference. From the decor to the tools she used, you can tell everything was planned with care. Highly recommend this place and Juanita especially. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Came here for my sons first hair cut, it's located inside the Sola salon building. Juanita did great and was patient with my son. I loved the end result she did just as I asked. She had plenty of distractions and toys to keep my boy happy. My appointment was right on time and everything ran smoothly. I would highly recommend and will be coming back. read more

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We've gone to Juanita twice now for our almost-2-year-old and she is truly a miracle worker. She is incredibly kind and compassionate with children. We were so impressed by her technique and skill in both hair cutting and helping our son be comfortable. Her salon space is fun, warm and inviting as well. read more

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Juanita is great! Super nice, beyond patient, fairly quick, and listens to what style you want. If I could give more than 5 stars I would! read more

Juanita is great! We went for our sons first haircut and we were in and out within 15 mins. She was prepared for our grumpy son with a tv and a tablet! Lol It was a far drive for us but beyond worth it! read more

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We came yesterday to get a haircut for my ~1.5 year old boy. We normally have Miss Ronda but she recently moved away. Miss Juanita was a gem. We came a bit early so Miss Juanita was carefully cleaning up the chair/car and sanitizing it in many steps for us. It was good to see the care and safety that would be taken for each client. My son usually cries and I'm sure it's with age but this time... no tears! Miss Juanita made sure to make the haircut fun and help him stay distracted with the car, iPad with coco melon, spinning the chair around, playing, and talking with him. She gave him a cute fade and tapered a little more closer to his ears and neck as I expressed that is where he gets itchy as it grows longer. She was considerate to help us get longer time between haircuts. She even styled his hair in the end too! She offered him a balloon and a rubber bracelet to go. Surely we will keep coming back as it was a good experience for me as a parent and for my son to stay entertained and calm. read more

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Staff: They were so nice. Juanita did the haircuts. She was sweet, caring, friendly, and overall a pleasure to work with. I did not catch the name of the other woman in the salon but she was very friendly as well. They both were so accommodating in all ways. Quality: We were very happy with the haircuts. Value: 2 haircuts each $30.00 a piece Overall: Really impressed and will definitely be back. Great job to the amazing team here. Juanita was amazing! EXPERT TIP: Pretty hard to find your first time. Look for Sola Salon which Trims and Tangles is located inside of. It is located in the same shopping center as Big 5 and near Tommy's Burgers. It is not in the Sprouts parking lot like your navigation may take you. 5 North, exit El Toro, make right onto El Toro, first right after gas station, right side across from Big 5. read more

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Searched for a place where I could take my 10.5 month old son for his first haircut, and came across Trims N Tangles good reviews. So I decided to make a reservation. Making a reservation is very easy and straightforward, just got online and pick a person and time. The text message reminder is welcoming. On the day of our appointment, we saw Juanita. She quickly got my son situated in the cute car chair, and got to work. My son was calm the entire time. The salon is cutely decorated and there is a lot of colorful decorations to keep the child distracted. Juanita did a good job and my son looked so grown up!! I definitely recommend this place and plan on returning! read more

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Wonderful experience! They were great with our 8 month old. Knew how to work around a curious baby who was always twisting and turning to look, with no tears! So patient and kind! We will be back for all future cuts. read more