Top 10 Best Hair Salon in San Diego, California

We showcase top-rated hair salons that offer exceptional haircuts, styling, and coloring. The selection is based on their skilled stylists, welcoming atmosphere, and consistent positive reviews.

Sweet Jane Salon

University Avenue, San Diego, California
4.9 (587 reviews)

Specialties Boho lived in effortlessly cool girl hair, we specialize in Cutting and Color. Sweet Jane is A Boutique Hair Salon in Hillcrest San Diego More Detail

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Curl Girl Michael

Kearny Mesa Road, San Diego, California
5.0 (163 reviews)
  • Hair styling
  • Haircut

Specialties Hiya! I’m Michael! I knew my niche would be curls when my own hair changed from stick straight to frizzy waves. All through my years as More Detail

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Elli’s Hair Studio

Pacific Highway, San Diego, California
4.9 (237 reviews)
  • Haircut
  • Cut and color
  • Chemical treatment
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Specialties When it's time to jazz up your look with a new hairstyle, visit Elli's Hair Studio. We're a hair salon in San Diego, CA, that makes sure More Detail

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The Color Collective Salon

Robinson Avenue, San Diego, California
4.9 (184 reviews)
  • Reapplying hair extensions
  • Hair extension services
  • Applying hair extensions
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Specialties We are the Color Collective. We are so thrilled you have decided to join the T.C.C.S family. Our team of independent stylists, believe th More Detail

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Sweet Salon - Ocean Beach Hair Salon

Bacon Street, San Diego, California
4.8 (339 reviews)

Specialties Sweet Salon is a full service hair salon offering haircuts, color, highlights, color correction, hair extensions, conditioning treatments More Detail

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West hair salon Inc.

Fifth Avenue, San Diego, California
5.0 (122 reviews)
  • Haircut
  • Hair extension services
  • Hair styling
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Specialties West Hair Salon is a trendsetting chic style oasis, where you our guest, feel welcomed. We strive to create an invigorating atmosphere fo More Detail

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Bespoke Hair

Seventh Avenue, San Diego, California
4.8 (890 reviews)
  • Bridal hair services
  • Blowout
  • Color only
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Specialties Our salon is a mix of light and dark, feminine and masculine. Creating looks to suit anyone's need. Your hair is the crown you never take More Detail

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Renata - European Hair Salon

Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, California
5.0 (74 reviews)
  • Haircut
  • Eyebrow services

Specialties Renata - European Hair Salon does everything when it comes to hair styling, coloring, highlights or perms, and is happy to service both m More Detail

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A Robert Cromeans Salon

West Harbor Drive, San Diego, California
4.7 (1075 reviews)
  • Chemical treatment
  • Bridal hair services
  • Blowout
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Specialties Balayage, Blonding, Perfect Gray Coverage, All Textures Welcome, Blow outs, Unicorn Colors, Unforgettable Washhouse Experience, Scalp Car More Detail

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Salon Ink

Fifth Avenue, San Diego, California
4.7 (1378 reviews)
  • Hair extension removal
  • Blowout
  • Chemical treatment
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Specialties Are you looking for the best hair salon in San Diego? Located near you in the beautiful Hillcrest community, your search is over, come vi More Detail

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Frequently Asked Questions

Check reviews and portfolios to see the salon’s expertise in coloring, cutting, styling, or treatments. Look for a salon that specializes in your hair type (curly, straight, textured) and offers high-quality products. A consultation can help you assess stylist experience, hygiene standards, and pricing transparency before committing.

  • Short hairstyles: Every 4-6 weeks
  • Medium-length hair: Every 8-12 weeks

Long hair: Every 3-4 months unless maintaining layers or bangs

  • Balayage: A natural, hand-painted effect with a gradual transition.
  • Highlights: More structured and evenly spaced color placement for contrast.

Balayage requires less maintenance, while highlights may need frequent touch-ups.

Use sulfate-free shampoo, deep condition weekly, minimize heat styling, and get regular trims. If you color your hair, use color-safe products to maintain vibrancy.

Yes! Many listed salons provide keratin treatments, Brazilian blowouts, and deep conditioning services. Always confirm if they use formaldehyde-free formulas for safer application.