Best Hair Salons In San Diego

“Had a great experience with Shamsi! She gave me a beautiful haircut, color, and blowout. She has such a nice energy and really makes her clients feel special. I highly recommend her.“

“My son’s fade haircut turned out stylish and neat. He looked like a little model walking out of the salon.“

“Gabrielle ate with my haircut (aka she did a spectacular job) she was super gentle it was a very relaxing haircut. Shes super sweet 10/10“

“Susie is such a lovely soul. Who (not to mention) is perfect at her craft! Susie immediately made me feel at home. Throughout the duration of my time with her, she was more than willing to share all of her little tips and tricks. I’ve not had a positive experience with cutting my curls and I’ve not been confident in my curls.

Thank you Susie for giving me confidence in my curls and for proving such a liberating experience. My hair looks wonderful! I can’t wait to come back!“

“Tried hair colour for the first time. Vida made me very comfortable in discussing what I wanted and envisioned and she delivered it perfectly.“

“Vivian was awesome. She was kind and knowledgeable. I got a cut and balayage that looks amazing.“

“Amelia & all the other ladies at this salon are amazing!! So kind & great at what they do! The salon is always very clean & they are very attentive to your needs & wants. Very much recommend this salon!“

“Tsao and Ashley are so lovely and kind. I’m always so happy with my nails after I leave and they have the most welcoming and hospitable staff.“

“I came in for K-tip extensions for the very first time, and I just want to say Leah was amazing! She was so kind, comforting, and incredibly informative. She made me feel welcomed from the moment I walked in, answered all of my questions (and then some), and made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend coming here—you definitely get what you pay for. I absolutely love my hair and couldn't be happier with the results. I'll definitely be coming back. I finally found my new stylist! 💕“

“Brady did suchhh a good job, very happy with the cut and the neck massage was very nice.“

“irene saved my nails today on such short notice. her attention to detail, honesty, and expertise completely won me over and i cannot wait to return for my next appt.

for context, the day prior to my walk-in at kim nails, i went to another salon and received gel x that was poorly fit (my sidewalls were still showing on 6 out of 10 nails), an ombre that was not blended whatsoever, and extensions that were sloping so far up my coworker two desks over asked me if i wanted her to fix them for me. i couldn't endure it so i decided to go to kim nails near my work and ask them to just soak it all off and redo the entire set. irene took one look at my nails, patiently heard me out, and got to work. instead of a new set, she and her coworker filed down all that previous unshaped bulk and gave me the best acrylic fill of my life. irene dedicated extra time to filing and shaping my nails pre-builder gel and then even more time post-builder gel to create the perfect apex and minimize unnecessary weight. ive never had a nail tech use three different drill bits just to refine my nail shape before at a salon. she even filed underneath the nail where the gel from the previous extension had built up - without me asking!

this all by itself was more than i could have asked for, but then i find out that they have asian nail polishes, too! ive always brought very translucent/transparent inspo pics to my appts and have always been let down by opaque polishes. but at kim nails they have the exact type of translucent jelly nail polishes i have been looking for!! irene also perfected the subtle cateye gleam that i love and have been unable to achieve at home. when i inquired re: designs, irene informed me that if she feels like she can't do a design justice, she'll be upfront with her client and let them know. i value this honesty so much because i am lowkey nonconfrontational and have watched my nails become something totally different than the inspo i brought to the table.

to top it all off, they have a very, very affordable pricing for a very efficient appointment. for the same duration and more effort, i almost spent under half of what i paid just the day before for my previous set. (i tipped over 50% to match because it would feel like a moral failure to pay irene any less than what i paid for my failed set.)

all in all, 5 out of 5 stars i am endlessly grateful. my pictures do not do this establishment justice and for that i apologize i will take better pictures with my next set!!!“

“I cannot say enough great things about Katie at PB Beauty Bar!

After receiving a lash lift elsewhere that left my lashes severely over-curled and literally poking me in the eyes, I was told by the original technician that there was no way to fix them and that I would simply have to wait weeks for them to grow out. Needless to say, I was frustrated and worried, especially with a big event coming up.

Thankfully, Katie responded to a post I made asking for help. She got me in quickly, charged an incredibly reasonable price for the fix, and within minutes was able to identify exactly what had been done incorrectly and explain the proper way to correct it. Not only was the fix possible, it turned out to be a relatively simple process in the hands of someone who truly knows what they're doing.

What impressed me most wasn't just the result (which was fantastic), but Katie's depth of knowledge, professionalism, and confidence. She clearly understands the science and technique behind lash lifts at a level that goes far beyond what I've experienced elsewhere. She took the time to educate me, answer my questions, and make me feel completely comfortable throughout the process.

The difference between someone who performs a service and someone who has truly mastered their craft became very apparent during my appointment with Katie. My lashes look so much better, my eyes are comfortable again, and I left feeling beautiful and ready for my event tomorrow!

If you're considering a lash service, or need help correcting one that didn't go as planned, Katie is the person you want to see. Her skill set, knowledge, honesty, and kindness are exceptional, and I would recommend her without hesitation.

THANK YOU, Katie! You absolutely saved the day!!! Looking forward to my next visit!“

“Gabby is amazing! She really listens to what you want. She also took the time to teach me how to style my hair the way she does! :)“

“I had a great experience! Everyone was friendly, professional, and my hair came out beautiful. I’m really happy with the results and will definitely be coming back! ❤“

“Amelia & all the other ladies at this salon are amazing!! So kind & great at what they do! The salon is always very clean & they are very attentive to your needs & wants. Very much recommend this salon!“

“One of the best places to do blonde hair. Do not look further. Maryam is the best at everything blonde. All the girls know how to perfect your hair. They also protect your hair while lighting it. I highly recommend this Salon!!!“

“Davis is the best. Always takes care of my hair and makes sure it’s healthy and suits my face and style!“

“Elle is the absolute sweetest ? she truly cares about her work and is such a good person inside and out ? I am so happy with my results and my hair is so healthy and strong, she gave me exactly what I wanted!“

“By far the best hair salon in Southern California! Every stylist is extremely talented. Of course I think my stylist is the best! Tony! Do yourself a favor and book an appointment. I promise you will not regret it!“

“This place is a hidden gem. I’ve been going here for almost 15 years and I cannot recommend it enough.“

“I'm incredibly thankful I found Sweet Jane Salon. If you're looking for a salon where you'll walk out feeling confident and pretty, look no further. I've been getting razor cuts for years, and Nick is truly exceptional. He and Norm genuinely care about the craft of cutting hair and it shows in every appointment. Their attention to detail, skill, and passion make every visit a great experience. I always leave loving my hair, and I genuinely look forward to seeing them. Highly recommend!“

“Great experience! Accepted me as a walk-in. Very neat braids and quick service. Highly recommend this business! Professional and detail-oriented work. Friendly and compassionate ladies.“

“I had the best experience with Daisy. I went in with photos of what I thought i wanted, and she took the time to examine my hair, curl pattern, face shape, etc... and gave me a cut that incorporated all the pictures and exactly what I wanted. After Daisy finished with me my curls were soft, bouncy, and simply JUICY. My hair looks and feels healthier. She definitely knows curly hair! I totally love my hair now.“

“I went to Lovely at this salon I’ve been wanting to get an appointment with her for a really long time it seems and it finally happened! I couldn’t be happier! I have very long hair and was nervous about getting bangs but she did a great job! I even came back maybe like 5 minutes after because I realized that I wanted them shorter, I was nervous about this because I never want to be a bother! But they were all very accommodating and made me feel comfortable! Emory did my shampoo and blow drying she was absolutely a treat to talk to! I got to meet the owner Justina and she was amazing as well, it’s no wonder why they’re always booked! Their whole salon feels like a spa 🧖🏻‍♀ I will definitely be back! 💜 Thank you Monarch Studio!“

“Best salon I've ever been to. I always leave with exactly what I want and my hair feeling super soft and not damaged. Everyone is super friendly and kind and makes you feel super welcome! Highly recommend!“