San Francisco, CA.

Flip Salon

User Reviews of Flip Salon

Yelp.com Review - by kimi t.

5.0 of 5 stars. I am so utterly irritated that my hairstylist, and dear friend nina is getting a bad review on her talents!!!!! She does my color, cut, and highlights, and I am excited to see her soon to do my...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa C.

2.0 of 5 stars. This was my second (and last) visit to Flip. The first time I went, I had the worst color, and the second worst cut I have ever had. The stylist didn't even know that a 'tint' does not work like a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Diane N.

5.0 of 5 stars. My stylist, Nina, recently moved to San Fran and now works at Flip Salon. She is the absolute best. She'd style my hair despite my crazy requests and made it work for me. She even styled my hair for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Susan M.

2.0 of 5 stars. So, I have been to FLIP several times and love love love my stylist Shannon Smith. My friends and family tell me my hair has never looked so good. So you can imagine, I was distraught to learn she...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Susan O.

5.0 of 5 stars. I recently had about 7 inches taken off at the Ken Vo salon in Vegas. Loved that cut, but unfortunately Vegas trips every six weeks for maintenance are not so convenient. Luckily a friend came to the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by danae k.

1.0 of 5 stars. Really??!! Really!!?? I received an email from a certain someone from Flip pertaining to my review of this place. WOW! That is just amazing to me. I have every right to review Flip any way that I want...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Madeleine K.

5.0 of 5 stars. About 2 months ago I had a somewhat emergent dental situation. I found myself getting a last-minute appointment with my dentist (who's on Chestnut & Divis), and I was reeeeally not looking forward to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by SF Girl K.

2.0 of 5 stars. Just went to Flip for the first time .... yikes, won't be back! I gave my stylist directions to simply trim my split ends and not change the actual cut. 2-3" later (my ends were not that bad, it had...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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Excellent colorist

I have consistently, over a period of 2-3 years, had the best cut and color of any salon, anywhere. Shannon Juarez is a genius with color, I have had color done all over the country, including the big name...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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Loved my cut!!!

This is a somewhat hidden gem! I highly recommend Flip. My stylist was Shannon Juarez, a friendly, down-to-earth, intelligent woman who left me feeling like a comfy friend by the end of the appointment. I've...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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Best Beauty Team at Flip

When you get stopped on the street on a weekly basis by people who compliment your hair-you know you've got a good thing going! Shannon-the owner of Flip gives me awesome just for me highlights and fun cuts...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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WORST EXPERIENCE EVER

This is my first time writing a review, only because I am compelled since my experience was that bad! I have had many haircuts from all over the US but nothing and I mean nothing was as bad as this. There are...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lucy C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I would recommend any of my friends to Flip. I see Shannon and have never left the salon unhappy with my cut. All the ladies in there are so friendly and make it fun.
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel T.

1.0 of 5 stars. Fortunately for me it has been a while since my first (and last!!) visit to Flip, but every time I pass it my body instinctively tenses up, and as I cringe and I tell myself that I really must write a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elizabeth D.

2.0 of 5 stars. I went to flip twice, once for a cut and color and then the second time for highlights. Both times I was in everyone else around me seemed to get offered wine...but nada for me, I just got water or...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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Reply

I am the owner of Flip and have no idea what the previous reviewer is talking about!! I would never let a client leave with half of her hair done or demand that she pay. Fake reviews are so obviously fake...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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Worst stylist EVER

I went in to get my hair straightened and they took and said no problem. I have curly hair but its so easy to straighten. I just wanted to have it done due to time. I've gone to many salons all over the world...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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Excellent salon, conveniently located by Debbie C. at InsiderPages

I've been to the Halo Salon a few times for my highlights. I love the atmosphere of this salon - the staff is really exceptional. Very diverse, accomodating and experience. Couldn't have asked for better!
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Good Cuts

I started coming here because its within walking distance of my house. I've seen four different people, but my favorites are Taylor and Shannon Smith (not the owner- the other one). Both gals have been great...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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GREAT Place!

I love Flip - Chelsea is amazing, one of the best colorists I have ever been to! I found them a couple od f years ago through a Spa Week promotion and have not gone anywhere else since!
citysearch.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Arin N.

4.0 of 5 stars. When I was in high school I decided to be a rebel (yes I was an idiot) and grow my hair as long as possible. After a year and a half it had grown down to my chin and I was afraid something was living...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by alexandra m.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went to Flip for the first time today. First off, I was very happy that they could squeeze me in at the end of the day with half a days notice.I got a haircut from Michelle... a new stylist. I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Taj A.

1.0 of 5 stars. I ditto many of the one-star reviews. Just don't go here - unless you want ugly hair. My two-hour color and cut, turned into a 6 hour repair and re-tone marathon. Thank goodness for the style team...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Meg C.

5.0 of 5 stars. If you want a fantastic haircut, you will have to pay for it. Flip is incredibly expensive, but Chelsea does an immaculate job, and I think it's worth every penny. Mind you, I have bizarre...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Catherine B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Chelsea at Flip is fabulous. She knows exactly what to do with my hair and is very patient with me as I freak out about how short she is going - per my request, of course! They have tea, candy and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Scarlet R.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went searching for a new option after my old hairdresser "broke up w/me" or moved to Chicago. Read so many review of how fabulous Shannon was with blond highlights that had to try her out. I have...
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jill M.

1.0 of 5 stars. Completely agree that the owner is a nightmare -- she was horribly rude when I paid for my haircut with a debit card and she refused to give me cash back to tip. Come on, it's a DEBIT card, not a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Amazing color by Chelsea

I recently visited flip to get a highlight and haircut. My stylist was Chelsea. She did an absolutely fabulous job on my hair. She gave me some new recommendations for the color which were genius. The cut...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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pricey!!!!

beware: there goes all your money. at least you feel fabulous and ready to head out to some chic dinner. very comfortable environemnt.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm a low-maintenance guy and prior to trying Flip, had always gone to Supercuts. After deciding that I didn't want yet another boring haircut from the same ol' place, I walked into Flip on a whim...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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No More Clipper Cuts

As a guy new to the $50 haircut I was reluctant to venture into Flip-It is located around the corner from my apt and I walk by every day...after being pestered by my girlfriend to get a better cut, I went in...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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Best highlights

Saw Shannon at Flip (also the owner) last week and after 5 compliments over the weekend, I had to join Citysearch and give her a shout-out!!!! My highlights are a great mix of blondes that look natural...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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Decent highlights but horrible experience

Was moderately satisfied with my highlights, cut and blowdry the last time I went, so I made another appointment. Big mistake. Not only did they get the time of my appointment wrong, when I got there at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara M.

1.0 of 5 stars. I am going to start this by saying I should have gone to Sandra at R.E.L salon or any of the great salons in the North bay that don't cost a bizillion dollars. I was unable to make the trek up north...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Saw Shannon here (she had only been there a week or so) and she gave me an awesome cut! Fun layers, style, body, the whole works. I came in unsure of exactly what I wanted and she helped recommend a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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Expert Highlights from Shannon

I am always complimenting my friend on her highlights and she finally convinced me to see her long-time stylist-Shannon at Flip (she's the owner too). Another GREAT incentive is they are having a referral...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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Super great highlights-chic cuts

I have been following Shannon Kitchen-Juarez around town for about 8 years and am so happy with her newish location-I can usually park outfront!!! The lovely Adddie at the front deskfeeds my meter and keeps me...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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Run, run from this place

Shannon the owner is horrible. I had my hair cut there 4 or 5 x's and they were Okay cuts, I have really short cute Halle Berry hair and I though we were just tweaking things. My cut the other day, she didn't...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Caitlin L.

1.0 of 5 stars. I am giving Flip one star because the owner offered me a glass of water when I arrived to FIX my coloring from the day before! It went down hill from there.I got ridiculously expensive PARTIAL...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carol L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had my hair cut by Manuel here. I know this sounds bad, but at first I was really hesitant, because I couldn't really understand him. I was deathly afraid that we weren't communicating correctly,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dennis Q.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had my hair cut with Sarah at FLIP not too long ago. I'll say that she did a terrific job and the fact that it's only 2 blocks away was a big incentive. The salon is very nice, and the service was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carrie T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great haircut. Confident and intelligent stylist. It's wonderful to be able to talk to a stylist who knows her stuff. Well priced for the area.
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Seana O.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had the best haircut and color that I've ever had from Leonides, but unfortunately he's not there any more. I would LOVE to find him! My return haircut from someone else was good also - although...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica D.

2.0 of 5 stars. Once upon a few months ago, I got my hair done here by a stylist that shall remain nameless. She was nice enough, cute, and made common small talk with me while foiling my hairs into golden, gleaming,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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Shannon is THE blonde authority!!!!!!

Shannon has been doing my highlights and cuts since she opened her salon last year-I actually live upstairs so this location couldn't be more perfect for me. She always consults before mixing to make sure my...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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Horrible Highlights.

I've been looking for a good place to get highlights for a long time and tried Shannon at Flip recently based (in large part) on the favorable recommendations on this site. I had high hopes, but had an...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Adrienne C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I have been looking for a new salon and walk by Flip all the time. Checked out other Yelp reviews and it looked like it was a pretty solid place. I give it an "eh" rating and probably won't be going...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Ellen L.

1.0 of 5 stars. i'm giving flip 1 star bc i cant give 0. 1) i asked for a trim, and instead had over 6 inches cut off 2) one side was longer than the other 3) shannon offered to reimburse me for the cut, but never...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2006
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Fantastic Highlights

I just have to say that I have searched far and wide for someone who understands how to create natural looking, blond highlights. I finally found them at Flip with Shannon. A fellow blond herself, she really...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by D C.

4.0 of 5 stars. She is a decent hairstylist....her cut has lasted me over 4 months........ :)Manuel....he was awesome...i totally want to return here because of him.....i heart his scissortechniques!!!!Bring cash in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Connie C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Flip was offering a special during Spa Week - $50 for a haircut & style. I was able to make an appointment with Jessica on Friday at 6pm. The salon is really cute and Jessica was wonderful. She was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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TWO Amazing STYLIST!!!

I had THE BEST services EVER @ FLIP...Thanks to my two stylist TATIANA and JESSICA! Tatiana was so much fun and gave me the BEST HIGHLITES i have EVER had!!!!! And it didn't stop there.. after Tatiana was...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/14/2006
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Loved my wedding 'DO

I had the exact opposite experience of the other bride here-she must be SUPER HM and think she's not or have a serious personality problem. Although I did have a different stylist (the other one may not even...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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NOT the place for an updo

I went here to get my hair done for my wedding (fortunately, this included a trial consultation). Flip had not even ONE picture to look at or photos of past work. I was told that without bringing in a photo,...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason T.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have been going to Shannon for over 10 years now. While i miss the closeness of having her downtown closer to my work, driving to the marina is certainly worth it. Parking is sometimes a little...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by harmony z.

5.0 of 5 stars. Flip has been such a great salon to go to - I've been searching for a regular place to go to for haircuts and highlights, and Flip is the best! Shannon is my stylist and she is very friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa S.

3.0 of 5 stars. I decided to get a haircut & highlights, and was disappointed with the results. The haircut was decent, but it didn't make up for the fact that I had really brassy orange highlights going haywire all...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2006
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Pretty, pretty highlights

I just went to see Shannon for highlights and a cut...my friend lives in the neighborhood and recommended her. I love, love, LOVE my color-I have had some very stripey, chunky, poor quality color and Shannon...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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Great Place

I went here for the first time the other day and loved it. Leondes did my hair and I was very happy with him. The place is cute and very clean and is in a great neighborhood. The have awesome hours and I look...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Went here for the first time and I loved it. Leondes did my hair and he was awesome. I got highlights and a cut and the most amazing blow dry ever!! It not a cheap place, but I think its worth the $....
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2006
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Stylists Shannon-she gets hair!

Modern w/ chic ambience, soft buddha-bar like music playing in the background and lighting that agreed with me well! Greeted w/a warm welcome. Shannon, the owner of the salon, also my stylist, sat me down and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/21/2006
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User review by mgirl25

Service was okay- not too friendly. Very expensive for highlights. Overall I was not impressed withthis salon and won't be going back.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/21/2006
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Jewel in my own 'Hood

Shannon has been my stylist for 10 or so years and I was so pleased she opened a salon near my house-I didn't expect this!! Her salon is beautiful, relaxing and I love the decor. She always gives me super...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/10/2006
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Ashley gives good hair

This place took me by surprise, it is so lovely! I was offered a glass of wine or other bev's, I settled on a glass of chardonay. Ash first sat me down in her chair and we talked about what I wanted to do. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2006
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Elegance fused with tranquility

Thank god there is still someone who remembers what "customer service" means. Shannon has thought of every conceivable amenity and ensures not only a memorable cut, but a memorable experience! Their new...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/12/2006
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User review by jaki88

"I have found my new favorite salon...Shannon has some serious talent cutting hair. Serena is also an awesome stylist! I have to agree that Chestnut was definitely in need for a salon like this. Thanks...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaki B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have found my new favorite salon...Shannon has some serious talent cutting hair. Serena is also an awesome stylist! I have to agree that Chestnut was definitely in need for a salon like this....
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2006
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Ashley is ab fab!!

Superb colorist, Ashley and the rest of the staff were so friendly, great Salon. Highly reccomended.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jen M.

3.0 of 5 stars. I went to Flip twice and had Shannon. The first haircut was a couple months after a horrific experience at Mercer Street - Shannon did a good job navigating around my previous bad haircut. My second...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer N.

2.0 of 5 stars. I guess it is about time to update this review. I did really like the highlights I got at flip, but something just wasn't cutting it so I've since switched to another salon. And, I'm pretty much still...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2005
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Holy Bumble! Serena is a genius!

For years, I have been getting my hair cut and highlighted by stylists with extensive buzz, and even longer waiting lists. Out of last-minute desperation, I booked an appointment at Halo several months ago, as...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2005
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Great cut, bad color

This salon is ultra-cute, and my cut was great. My highlights however were almost non-existent. I know that my hair is not hard to lighten, so I am left wondering why I paif $100 for a dye job that no one can...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Misti L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Well, she started out as my client when she hired me to do the photography for her wedding but now I am eternally her client! Just the other day I was shopping and someone asked who did my hair....
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2005
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My new fav stylist-Shannon on Chestnut

I live in the Marina and have been going to a "factory" downtown because I thought it was the only place to get super-great and expensive looking highlights. I read about Shannon's salon in "Lucky" and they...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/23/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by ERICA E.

5.0 of 5 stars. Well, little miss spontaneous here was in need for a major mop trim, and heard about the new salon in my hood, so I walked in and my wish was pleasantly. Serena cut my hair the first time and did a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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just what I asked for and better than expected

Thank you Serena, my highlights are gorgeous - and my cut is perfect. I was ready for a fresh look and chose Halo based on the reviews on this site. It can be scary trying a new salon - but the atmosphere was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2005
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Great salon experience in the Marina!

I'm usually very uneasy about trying a new colorist...my highlights usually come out looking bronze or red instead of golden brown. Serena was absolutely fabulous. She asked the right questions and listened to...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/16/2005
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Best Man's Haircut On Chestnut St.

I'm so glad there is a good place for a man to go get his haircut on Chestnut Street now. Serena did a great job on my hair! I was so relaxed after consulting with her. Halo has finally brought an upscale...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2005
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The best color job ever!!

Ever since I moved here it's been so hard for me to find a good colorist! Thankfully I found Serena at Halo! She matched my color perfectly, and she was located right in my neighborhood. She made me feel so...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2005
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Men need good cuts too

I've been going to Shannon for my haircuts since I worked next door in Jackson Square. It has worked so well for me that I followed her to Utopia and now that she's opened up shop on Chestnut, I can walk...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/18/2005
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Upscale finally comes to Chestnut Street

Shannon has been cutting my hair and giving me fine, baby blonde highlights for 11 years. I followed her from Cinta to Jackson Place Salon to Utopia and now I am thrilled she opened a charming and very stylish...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2005
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WOW and good Luck Shannon!!!

I've followed Shannon around to a few Salons now and although I enjoyed shopping afterward downtown, I have already found some new favorite shops and cute lunch places in her new neighborhood. I love the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2005
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Chestnut Streets best hair salon..... HALO !

Halo, is the best thing Chestnut street has going for it. Up scale salon with great atmosphere, not stuffy, with very talented hair stylists and color experts. Very relaxing, very professional, and you leave...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda P.

5.0 of 5 stars. A new salon named Halo, just opened on chestnut street. Chestnut was in serious need of an upscale salon. I work in the area and hate going to union sq. for a decent haircut. I recently got layers,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2005
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