Hair Garage

I’ve been seeing Kamran for 3 years now. He runs an honest business and does quality work. The other staff here are fun, and the environment is very relaxed. I couldn’t imagine getting my hair done anywhere else. Give Hair Garage a try. Glad I did!

Oh God! I paid $ 120 and my hair look AWFUL! I decided to give them a try, i didnt check reviews b4 going-​my bad– i only cut my hair and did highlights! The stylist who did my hair seemed very inexperience. I feel ripped off and my hair looks so bad, that i’ll have to color it to hide what she did…
Cheap place (in term of value and staff not $$$) for cheap people… Save urself a ton of frustration and don’t go. for God sake! Your hair deserve better…

Don’t know why this place is still OPEN! Worst experience ever… horrible Customer service. The stylist name John was a nightmare.

Let me start with the comment that all of the reviews are about people who no longer work here. I purposely put off writing my review of this place so that I could give them a chance with their new, current stylists, after having such bad experiences with the previous staff that I never should have come back, but did because I wanted to save some money.
My first time several times here, I had my hair done by Christina, but then she went off to open her own salon. This was relieving to me because the last time she did my hair from blonde to red, she missed a huge 2×2 inch square right over my right ear, which made me look like there was something wrong with my scalp when I tried to put my hair up. So I tried someone new.
The next girl, I don’t remember her name, was oblivious, and cut my hair way too short and dyed it way too blonde, but then she left too. Okay, fine, let’s have round three.
The first time I had my hair done here by Erika was about a year ago. I told her that I was having issues brushing my hair because it was too thick, so she offered to thin it out for me, cut it, and do ombré, which was new at the time. I was satisfied with this experience, other than her customer service, which was pathetic, but then she seemed sweet so I didn’t really care.
When I came back a few months ago to have my hair dyed dark, her customer service was even worse. Once she got into my hair, she started complaining about how «someone» had thinned it out wrong, and cut way too close to the roots so that it wouldn’t grow back properly. I didn’t have the heart to tell her that «someone» was her, that she was the only person to have touched my hair within the last year, and that this was the reason why I refused to let my hair be cut at all (she had also cut it about six inches shorter than I wanted, and it is just now getting back to the right length, a year later).
She actually stopped working on my hair on several occasions to check her phone and text people. She told me about all of her texts and drama and asked me which guy I thought she should continue to see. She had someone else blow-​dry my hair so that she could visit with a guy who came to see her on his lunch break. She completely forgot that I wanted color in my eyebrows as well, and didn’t put it on until a few minutes before the washout. The eyebrow color ended up coming out with my first shower.
The red panels that she put in my hair bleached out to blonde within two weeks.
STILL, I decided to come back, because this place was cheap. I thought, this time, I just won’t let them cut my hair, and will only have one color done, that way nothing can go wrong, right?
So I came in this morning to ask if there was anything available today. I was told that yes, there are appointments available today. I asked if they still have the same special going, and the receptionist said she would check with the owner. She came back out to tell me that they could do a cut and color for $ 49, which is the normal price that I pay, only because my hair is so long and thick that they always charge me double (they usually have a special for $ 25 for single process color).
So I told her that I don’t want my hair cut, and asked how much it would be. She went to check with the owner again, and said that it would still be the same price. So… two services are the same price as one price? This is obviously not logical, but I still agreed to it, because I thought that $ 49 would be a reasonable price for having my hair colored.
The receptionist made sure to add, «That is a really good deal, because it would be over $ 100 to do your hair.» I did not tell her that I have only ever had my hair done here, and have never paid over $ 75, and that was for a cut, full color, and highlights.
I asked her if she could look up my color from last time, and she tried to, and said «OH, I don’t know why they didn’t put it in the computer.» At this point I got very upset, because literally EVERY SINGLE TIME I have had my hair done here, they have said sorry that it wasn’t put in the computer last time, but we PROMISE we’ll put it in the computer this time. And guess how many times they’ve put it in the computer? ZERO.
Then she told me that there was only one stylist who could do it, and she would ask him «if he wants to» because «the special ends next week.» She went to ask him, and then came back and said, «Yeah, he can’t do it, he won’t be here next week and the special is over in four days, so the special pricing won’t apply.»
So– because the special ends next week, I can’t get the pricing today, with a stylist who I was already told was available today? How does that make any sense at all? She actually had the nerve to ask me if I still wanted to have my hair colored, for $ 75.
I am so done. I am never coming back here again, never ever, under any circumstances. Considering how customer service is taken as a joke here, I’m sure (and I sincerely hope) that they will not be open for long.

I booked an appointment for both of my granddaughters ages 8 and 11. I was given appointments for both of them at 1:00. The man who cut my 8 yr old’s hair was very nice and did a good job. The young lady who cut my 11 yr old’s hair was obviously new. She didn’t start on her hair until 1:20, at which time she had put her other client under the drier. She had washed and started cutting my granddaughters hair until her other client was finished drying, then she put my granddaughter under the drier (not sure the drier was even turned on) and finished working on her first client. After 1.5 hours, she was finally done with my granddaughter’s hair. When we went to check out at the register, she said that my older granddaughter would be charged the adult hair cut price because children’s prices are ages 11 and under. I said, «She is eleven.» Well, she went and got the manager because she didn’t know how to use the register properly to check out 2 people at once. Instead of the manager asking me how old my kids where (which they already knew), he asked the hair stylist how much she wanted to charge me for the cut. She proceeded to tell him it took her a long time and her hair was fairly thick (its not), so she thought the regular adult price would be good. I didn’t feel like arguing with them in front of my grandkids, especially since we had already been there so long and eager to leave. They knew how old they were, and had she not been working on another client, it wouldn’t have taken so long. They should have done the right thing by charging me the children’s price for both girls. We won’t be going back.

I had a wedding to go to on Saturday and I have purple hair. This last bit is important because, as a person who’s had all over purple color for over a year now, I know it’s difficult to find a place who will a. have the those types of colors and b. will do a good job and not charge me too much.
On Saturday morning I called several salons who could not touch up my roots. I then called Hair Garage. I was extremely clear on what I needed done, because after doing it for this long, I know. I explained that I would need the roots bleached then color deposited and also color all over to brighten up my faded do. They said no problem gave me a price of 65 ish and I made the appointment.
When I got there I had to wait at least 10 mins for the hair stylist to arrive, and I was on time. Then when the stylist got there… they found out they did not have the purple hair color. Then the stylist proceeded to tell me that I’d need to get my roots bleached… NO DUH… the price came down to being roughly 100 dollars more than they had told me over the phone.
I know that when a stylist tells you a price over the phone it’s a ball park figure… they need to see your hair.etc. HOWEVER… the price should not have been THAT different. Not to mention they couldn’t even do it because they didn’t have the color.
I left of course, but not without telling them that they maybe need to have better communication with the person who answers the phone… because, at this point, 45 minutes of my already time-​strapped day had been wasted.

I came in here for a gift certificate for a friend by I saw the specials they advertise. Which I can see why that have to give away their services. I dropped in the place was empty. The girl at the front desk didn’t have the authority to assist me with my purchase & I had to wait for a manager… So I waited, waited and waited for 20 min!!!
I was completely ignored the whole time. Finally I spoke up and it turns out the manager had started doing a clients hair… He approached me and apologize for the wait and he was just so busy. I don’t care I am the customer here. I hope my friends experience is much different.

I went into Hair Garage yesterday for my first ever salon experience. My hair stylist, Zinnia, was very kind and accommodating. She did a great job coloring my hair and it turned out the color that I asked for when I walk in.
My reason for the 3 star rating is that I went into the salon expecting to get an a-​line haircut, and honestly I don’t really see the angle. My hair appears to be the same length all the way around, rather than being significantly shorter in the back and longer in the front.
She was in a bit of a rush because she had a client waiting, and I’m sure if I had demanded it that she would’ve fixed my hair to my liking, but I felt uncomfortable with the other client waiting one seat away clearly annoyed that Zinnia was running behind. Her manager also came over and reminded her that she had a client waiting. It felt rushed. Don’t get me wrong, my hair does look beautiful, it just isn’t what I asked for or wanted.
The salon prices were also higher than the prices listed on the website, so I ended up paying much more than expected for a new hair style and color that I’m not in love with.
At this point, I’m not sure if I would return.

I’m a bit perturbed. I came here looking for a more «affordable» place to go to for my hair and the last time I came it, they had the $ 25 special for any hair cut, highlight and color. I came back and without forewarning, their prices went up! Holy cow! I try to keep on a strict budget especially in this day and economy. But when their prices went up to double what I paid in December, I may have to re-​think my options and once again be on the hunt for a new hairstylist. They gave me a small break this time — but I didn’t get my hair cut in (so I still paid more than I did in December)., but next time I will have to pay full price. I LOVE LOVE LOVE my hairstylist at the Hair Garage, but my check book just can’t handle the change!!! :(

Horrible service and stylist lack the skills of a decent salon. I had an early morning appointment with jackie and got there right as the doors were suppose to open. A stylist showed up and said she didn’t have keys so we had to wait for jackie to come. After 20 minutes of waiting she finally shows up. I had brought pictures of my previous haircut that I liked to show her how I wanted it again. I was getting highlights and a cut. While i sat in the foils she and the other stylist started blow drying and styling there own hair. While myself and the one other customer sat watching. The highlights actually didn’t even completely go to my roots and she also did a horrible job cutting and actually left a huge chunk shorter on one side. After 2 hours the other customer had left and I was still waiting for styling and the two stylist started talking crap about the customer whom had just left. Very unprofessional and shotty work. There is also a very strange section of cheap women’s clothing for sale. No wonder they have a huge sign advertising for so cheap, everything about this salon sucks.

This is my first Unilocal review; I felt compelled to write it today after being asked about who does my hair from a stranger at the grocery store. I had checked out Hair Garage’s website and was intrigued but after reading several Unilocal reviews I was a bit skeptical… nonetheless, I decided to go for it as I was desperate for a haircut and they were running a 25 $ special. All I can say is WOW! What a great haircut! I had my hair done by Amanda and she did an amazing job. I told her what I wanted, showed her a picture of my favorite hairdo, and she cut it exactly the way I wanted. She has a flair for knowing what to do with your hair. I always know it is a great cut when I barely have to fix it the next day and it still looks good. Having strangers ask me where I get my hair done is the icing on the cake! I called for an appt. and got in on the same day, and when I was running a few minutes late, I called in and they were completely cordial about it – I am pretty sure it was the owner I talked to and he was great, telling me to not worry about it and to take my time in traffic. I will definitely be back.

This is my first time visiting Hair Garage, and I highly recommended it to those who want awesome, fun, edgy, stylish hair. I came in with a boring overgrown a-​line and natural light brown hair, and left with beautiful Burgundy/​red hair that was custom mixed to my liking, and an adorable pixie cut. My display picture doesn’t do it justice, honestly. Kamran did an awesome job and I barely scheduled ahead of time, I called at around 11 and got an appointment at 1 the same day. I will definitely be back!

Updating my review after reading the «filtered» reviews as asked by the owner. After reading the multiple 5 star reviews by «reviewers» with one review to their name which happens to be hair garage I unfortunately cannot change my opinion.

I have been here four times since last year. What drew my attention to this place was the $ 25 special, seemed like a great deal and it was! The special is gone and I paid regular price at my last visit. Let me tell you about that experience and why I will not go back.
Loud obnoxious boys (high school age) about 4 of them hanging out while I am trying to relax after a long week at work. Nobody asked the boys to keep it down or move the party outside. One boy was waiting for his mom and decided to bring his 3 annoying friends along with him to the salon… lucky me.
My appointment is scheduled for 4:00. My hair lady who always does a great job cutting my hair says «I am running a little late is that ok?» um sure I can relax with these noisy boys. 4:20 the receptionist sees that I am about to leave and says she can wash my hair to save some time. 4:40 I am finally getting my hair cut. 5:45 I am leaving and pay full price for a loud and long wait.
Not worth it I will be trying a new place next time!

I have been getting my hair colored for years and I have never left the salon feeling like I got exactly what I wanted. So when I went to the Hair Garage I was a little skeptical, but Christina was amazing. She made my hair look better then I could ever imagine. I have a lot of hair and she was so patient and sweet about it. If you want beautiful hair with amazing color I would definitely recommend that you ask for Christina. I am definitely going back to this salon for my next visit.

The salon was cute. I didn’t have to wait once I arrived. I had Christina. She was very nice lady. The only thing is she can not do highlights. I left there with a big spot in the front of my hair missing blonde. The color on the rest of my hair was great. It would have been a great job if she didn’t miss spots. I wouldn’t recommend her for blond highlights!

I moved to Folsom a year and a half ago and it’s always difficult to find a new stylist. Then I found Kamran and he did a wonderful job with my highlights and hair cut. It’s important to seek out someone who not only understand what you want but has ability to deliver and Kamran has done that. The atmosphere is very welcoming, not intimidating at all and the staff are very friendly. It’s a place your family would feel comfortable. Profession environment, profession staff. I highly recommend this place to anyone.

I’ve been looking for a hair stylist in Folsom. I Unilocal’d the surrounding area and stumbled upon the Hair Garage (located across the street from Red Robin.) After reading a couple reviews and checking out their personal website (
), I decided to give em’ a try. I called to schedule a «same day» appointment and was thrilled that there were openings. However, I was slightly thrown off when asked if I wanted a «Master» ($ 40) or «Regular» ($ 25) cut. Having never been to this salon, I agreed to a Regular cut.
When I walked into the salon it was dead (that should have been the first clue). As I was waiting for the stylist, Christina, to finish up with her client, I decided to check out Nini’s Boutique. The clothing was casual, had earth toned colors (I’m assuming colors change with the seasons), and was decently priced. I waited close to 20 minutes for Christina, only to be told that she had to recolor the client’s hair (thankful it wasn’t me). Kamran decided to take over my appointment and style me instead. After reading all of this hype about the infamous Mr. Kamran on Unilocal,I must admit that I was expecting SOMETHING or SOMEONE more. I was greeted by a friendly enough man who had his hair in a sloppy ponytail. I’m sure I sound like a snob, but when your profession is cutting and styling hair — wouldn’t you want to set an example? I personally, don’t want a haircut from someone whose hair looks worse than mine. Perhaps it was an off day or he’s going for the grunge look? Either way, I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt. Moving on! He gave me a thorough hair wash (little too rough for my taste), a wet/​dry haircut, and a blow dry. He charged me $ 25, instead of his usual $ 40 rate — since Christina was behind schedule (how kind of you, sir).
Overall: Would I go back? Probably not. Was the cut worth the $ 25? Sure. Would I pay $ 40 to get styled by Kamran? Definitely not.
Three words for you: Overrated, Overpriced, & Average. I don’t see a difference between this salon and your local Super Cuts.

This place is a total gem! I live in Berkeley and was visiting the folks in Sac and decided to go to this salon, and it was amazing! I’m in love, I’ve been to crazy super expensive salons in the bay area and Kamran did a better job than anyone. His attention to detail and precision in the way he cuts hair is amazing, you can tell that he’s been doing hair forever and is such a natural pro at it. It is so refreshing to actually have your hair cut by a professional, someone who has been doing it for years and knows what they are doing… and not some fresh out of school stylist. I intend to go back to Kamran for every haircut from now on, and yes I will make the trek from Berkeley just to have him do my hair! If you haven’t been to the Hair Garage you should definitely give it a try you won’t be disappointed!

I’ve been following Sevak through a few salons now and he’s landed at a very nice place. Sevak’s a great stylist and you can tell his European training in the way he does hair. I’m a pretty hopeless hair case and I’m always happy with what Sevak does!