Studio 518

TAKUJI is the best! He usually works at Du Japon Cub in West LA, but is at Studio 518 a couple days a week. He turned my grudge/​the ring look into a beautiful color and cut. He is an artist. He makes an effort to attend classes so he’s up to date with new product and styles. He knows what he’s doing and if he can manage to turn my mess into something beautiful to look at, he can do wonders for anyone. My family members have been to Takuji and have always come back smiling. He’s really fun to talk to, loves food and knows all the good Japanese restaurants!

April Born is fantastic! She knows what she’s doing! She made my unmanageable mess into a lovely Cut and color. I love it! Thank you so much!

I came maybe two years ago before the huge ombré trend, I showed Monica a bunch of ombré examples I wanted, and she said to me «Honey, those are highlights.» I knew they weren’t highlights. Simply it was a gradual dye job, not streaks of blonde. I listened to her anyway, thinking she knew what she was doing, and instead of getting an ombré in the end I ended up with blonde streaks in my black hair. I hated it, and I’m pretty sure I got overcharged. It was about $ 180. Never came back again.
That was my second time going. The first time I went, I found them on Unilocal and they were close by and had a deal for first time clients. I dont remember exactly what, something like $ 10 off or maybe a haircut for $ 40. Something like that. Point is, after I got my cut, they told me the total was an extra $ 20 because I had longer hair. I don’t know why they didnt tell me that when I brought it up the moment I sat down. Again, probably overcharging me because I looked like I didn’t know any better.
Little did I know veronica miller used to work here and she’s supposedly amazing. I should’ve gotten her at this salon before she was super popular, now I’ll never get a hold of her!
ALSO, everyone’s complaining about the owner Eric. The first time I got my cut here, I actually liked it and a friend asked me where I got my hair cut. I referred her, and she got a similar situation with Eric on the phone confusing the shit out of her and mentioned to me that he was rude and unhelpful. First said he had no appointments open, then later calls back and says she can come in 5 minutes. She was already on the way to somewhere else because he had declined an appointment. Who rushes someone to come over in 5 minutes? She said he sounded too desperate and eager to get her there at rocket speed, so she didn’t end up going.

I’ve been going to see Monica, the current owner, for about 10 years now. I have never left disappointed! Mind you, she’s been doing my hair since high school, and I was always asking her to do all kinds of crazy color corrections and she has always exceeded my expectations. Its nice to have a stylist who actually listens! :)

I was so dissapointed! When I called to be a new client and use a gift certificate I received from a friend she said it was too old of a gift certificate and went on and I couldn’t believe someone who needs buisness would speak that way to someone. I would have greatly paid the difference on what she charges now for hair cuts, but she didn’t even offer. How rude that was money she already received. I’m in disgust!

Caroline is the one who makes it happen for my curly mop that I call hair. If it wasn’t for her, I would be as unsightly as Carrot Top on a good hair day. The prices are reasonable, since I have had my share of overpriced salons where I walk out wondering what the heck I paid for? Oh ya, I paid for the ambience of stuck up people. Thanks Caroline for always doing a good job.

I had the most amazing life changing experiences having my hair cut done by Carol. I went from long hair to a pixie cut =) I have never had my hair this short and this was something that was very different for me. So she comforted me the whole way through, making my experience fun, special, and exciting. She took very good care of me and listened to what I wanted for my style.
What I also love about this hair cut is I used to have to dry my hair for a good 15 – 20 minutes and needed to straignten it and fix it up before heading out. Now, it takes less than 5 minutes to get ready and go. I am so happy with my hair cut I will definitely go back again and request for Carol! Thank you Carol for making my life changing experiences more enjoyable and fun! I feel bold and ready to go out there and make a difference for myself!

Eric is most definitely a genius. I’ve been going to him for nearly 10 years and we’ve followed him from one salon to another because, quite simply, he’s worth it. I had my first haircut with him when I was a teenager and soon all the women I knew were asking me where I’d got it done so they could book appointments as well! Even after all these years my friends and family still keep going to get their hair done with him because the prices are more than reasonable and the quality is beyond belief.
On a technical note, I’ve gone through a lot of crazy hairstyles over the years, and there’s never been anything that I’ve asked Eric for that he hasn’t been able to do. I’ve gone from being dyed-​black one day to platinum blonde the next with minimum damage to the hair and scalp, and he’s always known even better than I have what kind of haircut would best suit me and how to make it evolve as I’ve gotten older (and I’m notoriously difficult to please so this is saying something!).
Apart from his skills as a hairdresser, Eric is definitely a down-​to-​earth guy who’s easy to work with, laid-​back, and at the same time a true professional. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a hairdresser in the area.

STUDIO 518 IN ARCADIA, CA.: OWNER– ERIC T
After an extensive search for the perfect salon (great stylist plus good prices) I think I found nirvana. STUDIO 518 in Arcadia is great. Eric, the owner, was extremely helpful in helping me find out exactly what the almost perfect look was for me in order to compliment my facial structure and features.
After having one too many bad hair cuts, hair do’s and hair styles, I have found home. I have even brought my friends, their friends and even my daughter to him. If anyone out there has a teenage daughter, or a daughter of any age, then you know how picky they can be. They want everything from haircuts, up do’s, highlights, hair colors (of varying shades), and everything in between, Eric not only went out of his way to accommidate my daughter, the client, but a very nervous mom as well. 8 plus years later we are still going to Eric.
Studio 518 is clean, spacious, always has availability, and the people there are awesome, especially Eric T. I am happy to award Eric and STUDIO 518 5 STARS!
GOOD JOB AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
SIDE NOTE:
When i first went to STUDIO 518, I was dismayed to see a woman, VERONICA, who i thought I left behind me like a bad memory. On my journey to find the perfect hairdresser/​salon, I had encountered this individual. While she seemed nice at first, it was apparent that she knew nothing about hairstyling, let alone how to give a perm. I had her give me a perm and was so disappointed with the results that I went back to her to have her fix it, and she only made it worse. My hair was damaged, dried out and beyond repair for the moment. I had to wait at least 3 – 4 months for everything to settle down before another stylist would touch it. When I tried to get a refund, she became rude to not only me but my daughter as well. If you value your hair, I DO NOT recommend her to anyone and I am so happy that she is gone from STUDIO 518. Now my weekly visits are much more pleasant!!!

When I saw Annie P. showing off her gorgeous stress cared by Veronica Miller on Unilocal,I decided to give her a try. I was tired of my long and limp lock and ready for a change. I came to Veronica armed with a photo of a celebrity with long layered bob and side swept bang, and she gave me the exact cut. Girls in my office couldn’t stop complimenting my new look, and several of them asked for Veronica’s numbers (I believe one of them already came to her for a blow out). This woman has some serious skills, so give a try and you won’t regret it.

I’ve been getting my hair cut and styled by Renee Newman for more than twenty years – since I was about 12 years old. I would NEVER think about going to another hairstylist and have even had friends who are stylist try to coax me to the dark side. (No way!) On a daily basis, I am complimented on the health, length and thickness of my hair — which goes a long way in demonstrating how great Renee cut layers to make me look as great as I feel. The studio is conveniently located in Arcadia and I found plenty of free street parking out front and there’s a free parking lot in the back as well.

This review is for VERONICA, I got my hair done, color-​cut and style. She is amazing!!! I’m very happy with my hair cut, color and for sure the style. Thank you Veronica. You are the bomb!!! GREAT DEAL!!!
Ask and make appointment with Veronica. I’m going back for sure.

Renee of Trendy Tresses is now at studio 518. She owned her own salon for years until the city acquired the property and will be tearing it down.
Renee is amazing, yes she works with seniors, that is her bread and butter, color, style, set, permanent etc. all that those aging baby boomers need.
But she has clients of all ages, from children, teens, young adults. She is amazing with color, I know as she keeps my hair from showing the little grey I have. I have seen her do the Brazilan Blow out, take apart dreadlocks, and deal with some unique hair situations.
Simply said, Renee is my families stylist

SO AMAZING!
Love my haircut done by Eric (I think that’s what his name was… he’s the owner!). He’s very thorough, very skilled, and super chill/​easy to talk to.
For the skill and outcome, totally worth the price. Plus it’s cheaper than going to my usual Aveda salon. I love the fact that he dry cut my hair AFTER cutting and blowdrying it. It was the most thorough haircut I’ve ever had, and it really makes a difference in terms of the flow, «lightness» and overall finishing of the look. Despite the thoroughness, it was still only an hour long – I’ve had crappy 45 minute-​long haircuts… what are THOSE people doing?
SERIOUSLY, one of the few haircuts I’ve had in my 25 years that I have had NO complaints about! NO COMPLAINTS! :)

This place is terrible. The owner is a complete liar. Called hoping to schedule an appointment with Veronica and he said she was all booked up. I called her directly and she was completely open. WTF!
I’m glad she moved to a different salon because if the owner was trying to poach her regulars who knows how many new customers he stole.

So I came here last week after finding this salon on Unilocal for feather extensions. Veronica was super friendly and nice and did them for me for $ 10.00 per strand. So for all of y’all who want feather extensions out there, call her at 626.207.9580! She also offers to put them back for free if they do come out. She was very professional and sweet and also offers many other treatments and makes this salon a great place to go to for any event!

Had my hair done there recently and the guy who works there is super cool and talented. Yes, you will see 80 year old ladies getting their perms done but don’t let that make you feel uncomfortable. He knows what he is doing and makes you feel comfortable. Really enjoyed my experience.

I also purchased a Brazilian Blowout from Living Social. Making my appointment was super easy. He also had me sit outside when he blew dried my hair but I didn’t mind. I’ve had another Brazilian Blowout and the fumes were horrible! My eyes were burning and it felt like I was suffocating to death! So I completely understand his need to do it outside. Just make your appointment earlier in the day so it’s not too hot outside. He also uphold me a haircut. I wasn’t sure how I would like it and it turned out great! My hair actually has shape and style to it instead of just sitting there. I will definitely go back.

I had been looking for local salons who did feather extentions, and randomly, my phone found this place, down the street from my job.
Veronica did them fr me, at 10.00 a piece, they were alittle more than the average, but she did a great job, she didnt push me to get a hair cut or anything like that, she did what I asked and I was happy. She even put one back in for me for free after my feather came off. I look forward to try a cut here, but its alil out of my price range, and she wanted cash only…
mimis hair salon is 23 bucks for wash and cut with style. I love that place, its off of las tunas in temple city, I would hate to leave it, if it closes, I will start comming to studio 518!

He recently moved over to this salon from the one on huntington drive.
This dude can cut. He is meticulous on how he cuts and makes sure it fits just right to shape of your head. If you need to look good for a special engagement, he’s the man.