Best Beauty Salons In Alameda

“I worked with Maria and the happy lashes team for many years while we lived in the city. The team was very kind and professional, highly skilled and reasonably priced. They when the extra mile to ensure that I was always happy with the service, from my engagement and wedding lashes transitioning to regular wear. Would highly recommend!“

“Demi's Beauty Boutique is a great place for you to relax with great service! My first time experiencing this cozy and relaxing nail studio. Plus, the service was great, and the job was wonderful. I will definitely come back to try the pedicure. Highly recommend!“

“This past Wednesday I went for a pedicure. It was a fantastic experience. The place is lovely, very clean, new, smell nice. Every body is very nice. They have a lot of nail polish to choose. I defenitly will go back.“

“Each and every time I go here, the staff are always exceptional to me! I started coming here back in 2015 or around this time and once the got to know me, they have remembered my name and has taken good care of me! The only thing is once you enjoy that particular person, sometimes people / staff move on for their own personal reasons and that part is sad. Once you get to know someone and then they leave then you must build that new relationship with the new person who will work on you! Le Vies is a great spot to be with if you’re a regular. Thank you All!“

“Image Studios Alameda offers a clean, professional, and friendly atmosphere from the moment you walk in. The suites are thoughtfully designed with modern décor that gives the space a high‑end feel, creating an inspiring space to work in. Karen, the owner, is extremely welcoming and accommodating—she made moving in simple and smooth, and her support has been amazing, and it’s clear she takes pride in creating a great environment for everyone. Highly recommend!“

“Katie has been giving my hair foils for several years now. She is skilled with scissors and colors, and I can't believe I did not discover her sooner. I wasted 30 years driving to Marin County to have my hair done. I recommend her to anyone who wants quality.....and at a reasonable price too.“

“I can’t say enough good things about Tiffany at Vicky Hair and Nail. She is super sweet, listens well, and puts all of her heart into her work. If you are looking for an amazing hairdresser, go see Tiffany“

“Personal attention, nice staff, good treatment. Appointment only. In quiet part of Alameda, across from Maya Lin School.“

“Second time going and had an excellent experience once again, explains the process and is very helpful with any questions or concerns, goes above and beyond:) and very creative and amazing attitude, look forward to coming back ?Specialties: Tooth gems“

“Awaken Lash is a very professional and well ran lash business that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for lashes in the East Bay. I have been a consistent customer for over a year and have had about 20 past appointments to speak to. Every single time it has been a pleasure! Not only does she do quality work, she is punctual, communicates clearly, is open to making adjustments and knows her industry well. Awaken is in a nice building with easy parking and has great amenities like clean restrooms and extra comfortable lash bed. Treat yourself to low maintenance lashes today!“

“Living near the Bay has ramped up my hair curl more than it ever used to, but I honestly didn’t know how to work with it. I went into this Alameda salon for a simple trim focused on my natural texture, and it ended up feeling like real self-care rather than just a haircut.

Jennifer and her daughter Maya (who does the shampooing and “noodling”) were both calm, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. They used clean, low-tox products that actually worked with my curls—no heaviness, no damage, just soft, bouncy definition that still felt like my hair. They also took the time to explain what they were doing and shared practical at-home tips, including a non-wash-day refresher routine that feels doable.
The space itself is cozy and thoughtful—fresh tea, flavored water, little candies up front—and there’s even a sweet chihuahua mix (Nina) who’ll curl up in your lap if you’re open to it. It felt unhurried and genuinely caring.

I only wish I could budget getting my hair washed and “noodled” more often. If you’re in the East Bay and have natural curls—or you’re just looking for low-tox products that actually perform—this place is a quiet little gem.“

“Moved to the East Bay recently - I was nervous about finding a barber in the area to get a fade, and chose Loi's because it was near my workplace. I'm glad I went - great haircut for $22! And they accept credit card. Loi is very fast and efficient.“

“I had a lovely first appointment with Jessica Cowart. I get a pretty basic cut (basically I just get the ends of my long hair tapered). She was attentive to my pre-appointment notes and in-studio requests, and I'm super happy with the cut she gave me! Plus she was very friendly and pleasant to chat with. Studio is small and whimsical, loved the atmosphere.“

“I had a keratin lash lift and brow shaped today by Tran. She is an absolute professional who takes care in optimizing my natural hair and enhancing my beauty. The salon doesn’t have much of a “store front” since it tucked away on the second floor, but it’s clean, comfortable and welcoming. Highly recommended for all sorts of brow, lash and waxing beautification.“

“I have been a loyal customer of Nancy's salon for close to 20 years. Sophia is my regular manicure/pedicurist and she does a marvelous job. When Sophia is on vacation I go to Nancy or Lily both of whom are excellent. I am more than satisfied with Nancy's Salon and am very grateful to Nancy and her wonderful staff.“

“I had an incredibly relaxing experience! The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and my masseuse's technique was superb, perfectly relieving the tension in my shoulders. The clean, quiet, and comfortable environment made the whole experience even more enjoyable. It's perfect for busy working professionals. The price matched the quality of service, and I felt refreshed when I left. I will definitely be back at Alameda next time I'm in the area! Five stars, well-deserved!“

“I got a perm done by Nelly! She took great care of me and walked me through the whole process of what it is like to have permed hair. She was very knowledgeable in how to properly care for it and she gave me all the tips I needed to know! Nelly gave my hair layers and a trim then we proceeded to get the perm done. It came out great and it looks very close to the reference photos I showed her! I would most definitely recommend ⭐️“

“Can’t beat the price for a haircut, wash, and hot towel. Plus they’ll pump your tires the whole time. I always leave with an extra pep in my step“

“Linda did my brows like no other!!!
I’m SO much happier with my eyebrows. I lived in Mexico and 1st got them “microshaded” but wasn’t totally happy.
When Linda redesigned them, I felt FABULOUS.
Now, the strokes look just like hair feel more natural.
Yay!!!
Cool—-“

“Consuelo is incredibly skilled at her craft! I was preparing for my wedding day and after a miserable makeup trial with someone else, stumbling upon Consuelo's portfolio made me hopeful. Despite the short notice, she graciously squeezed me into her schedule and worked her magic. She helped me look and feel my best for my wedding day. On top of that, she's not just talented; she's also super friendly, totally professional, and actually listens to what you want. Consuelo is awesome, and if you want someone who'll make you feel gorgeous on your big day, please contact her -- TODAY! I highly recommend her!“

“This place is an absolute hidden gem. The staff is genuinely lovely, warm, and always welcoming walk-ins with a big smile. Highly recommended!“

“Thanh is seriously amazing ? She’s the sweetest, most professional lash tech and gets my lash lift absolutely perfect. She pays so much attention to detail, makes the whole appointment feel relaxing and comfortable, and my lashes always come out lifted, clean, and exactly how I want them. I trust her completely with my lashes and always leave feeling so pretty. Couldn’t recommend her enough ?“

“My ASD son loathes haircuts - change is hard. He also has insanely thick curly hair that hadn’t been cut in nearly a year. Rebecca worked wonders and gave him a cut that suits his face and makes him look his age, rather than years younger. I won’t say he didn’t need a minute to adjust to the change, but hours later he loves the cut and feels confident to start school.“

“Michelle at Lovely Brows is amazing! She shaped my brows perfectly and made them look natural yet polished. Super professional, friendly, and detail-oriented. My brows have never looked better!“

“I have been coming to Tini for years and always receive compliments on how natural my extensions look. My lashes have survived backpacking trips, international work travel and many special occasion events. Service is quick, clean and affordable, would recommend to anyone looking to get extensions.“