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.

Belli Belli

Ingraham Street, San Diego, California
4.6 (14846 reviews)
  • Olaplex Treatment
  • Blow Dry/Out Services
  • Keratin Brazilian Treatment
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Specialties San Diego Salon Belli Belli Specializing in extensions, color, highlighting, balayage, blowouts, haircutting, keratin straighteners, bond More Detail

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Plaza Hair Salon

Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, California
4.5 (573 reviews)

Specialties At Plaza Hair Salon we offer quality experienced haircare in all areas. You can rest assured knowing that we can take care of anything th 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.