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Salon DnA
Category: Beauty and Spas Hair Salons Hair Salons [Edit]
760 Market StSte 1038
(between Grant Ave & Ofarrell St)
San Francisco, CA 94102
Neighborhood: Union Square
(415) 956-1909
- Hours:
Tue-Fri 10 am - 8 pm
Sat 9 am - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Garage
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
About This Business:
Descend Salon specializes in advanced Hair Cutting, Color Services, Brazilian Smoothing Treatments and Extensions. We also offer Waxing Services with… read more »
53 reviews for Salon DnA
53 reviews in English
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Review from ca r.
San Ramon, CA
8/25/2011
After reading all the bad reviews about everyone but my girl with the fairy hands, I had to write my own review. ADELICE: The Fairy-Hair Godmother. She has been cutting, coloring, styling my hair for over 10 years and I have a type of hair that if you don't know how to work with chemicals in it, you will bald me in no time.
ADELICE has changed beauty salons throughout the years, with me following her whatever she worked. I have tried other stylists but I have always come back to her. For the past 6 years I decided to stop trying others, it never worked to my satisfaction because I'm a tough customer to please and now she's the only one that touches my hair.
Why bother, they won't do a good job anyway. ADELICE is Brazilian and Brazilians not only know how to cut it, they know how to style really well and she has one important quality: she listens to what her clients want. In my case, she'll give me her advice of what she thinks what is best for my hair, then I either say yay or nay, and in the end she'll do what I want. She's definitely not a Diva. Her customers' satisfaction is first and foremost.
If you go to DnA Salon, ask for her and you won't be displeased. I have sent four girlfriends there and they have turned evangelists like myself. We love her sweet demeanor and her beautiful work. Call ahead to make your appointment because we, her regular clients, have a tendency to hog her time. Yes, she's THAT good. I hope this was helpful.
Cristina Robinson, a very, very satisfied customer. -
Review from Jen C.
Lafayette, CA
8/23/2011 1 Check-in Here
This place is just awful. I, too, fell victim to the Groupon madness a few months ago. I made an appointment with Daniel, and based on reviews was looking forward to it.
When I arrived, I was barely acknowledged by the receptionist. She had me wait in the reception area, which was fine (except for the tray of old crackers...wha?)...then someone came in with take out. I didn't think much of it until I realized that the food was for Daniel, and even though he was already 10 mins late for my appointment, he leisurely chowed down for another 20 mins before I was even taken back to be shampooed.
So, he has his assistant, (I think it was the same Veronica or Victoria that others mentioned -- she really is a sweetheart, but not experienced) shampooed and conditioned my hair with some crappy product. I sit down in Daniel's chair (he's now finished up his chow mein but is still working on another client whose hair is, I kid you not, about a 1/2 inch long) ...I sit there for another 10 mins (total elapsed time about 40 mins so far), and he comes over and is just horrified by how dry my hair is (no $hit, use terrible product, this is what hair looks like)...so he convinces me to do a conditioning treatment for an add'l $15.
So, I sit around for ANOTHER 20 mins waiting for that to sink in. Sweet Victoria rinses me out again, and takes me back to the chair while Daniel is STILL WORKING ON THE OTHER CLIENT with very little hair. Mind you, this is about an hour into my appointment, and he has spent about 3 mins with me so far.
Then his assistant sort of plays with my hair awkwardly and brushes it for a bit, which is nice and relaxing, but I've just spent a day at work. I'm ready to get my hair done and go home! FINALLY, he comes over. I try to explain what I want to do with my hair. He spends like 10 mins actually cutting, then proceeds to use his "thinning sheers of death", yanking out unintended strands of hair in the process. By the time he's done, i just want to get the hell out of there, so i tell him not to bother drying it, but he wants to use a diffuser on it...fine, go ahead. 15 mins later, i look like a REDICULOUS poodle-head. He tries to tell me how great it looks-please! ...i couldn't get out of there fast enough.
2.5 hours of my time wasted, and nothing to show for it...no thanks DnA. Stop doing Groupons if you can't handle the business. -
Review from Deb C.
Oakland, CA
1/22/2012
Folks, a must visit for those with curly locks. Daniel is the best. He knows the right cut to get the curls under control, and for you to look your best.
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Review from Artem D.
San Francisco, CA
3/31/2011
Victoria is a person whom I trust when it comes to my hair.
When I came in DNA Salon for the first time, I was extremely nervous about trying a new stylist. I have curly and thick hair. Unfortunately, many stylists do not understand what exactly I want. Victoria knows a lot about hair; her knowledge impressed me a lot. Before doing a haircut, she consulted to determine what I was looking for and what was best for my hair. On top of that, she listened to exactly what I wanted, explained what she was doing, and did an amazing job!
Victoria is talented, reliable and it is always fun to talk to her.I am coming here from now on. -
Review from Janine K.
San Francisco, CA
3/6/2011
I did the whole Groupon bit last year and absolutely loved the way Daniel cut and styled my hair. I'm a curly girl and have had many a blah haircut in this town, so I'm always thrilled to meet a stylist who knows what he's doing -- and Daniel does. He also has the largest hair diffuser I've ever encountered (a must for drying curls) and yesterday, when I showed up for my second haircut, I learned it was homemade! If you have curls, you seriously need to make an appointment with him just to see this thing.
I'm often afraid to go short with my messy mop but after yesterday's cut I think I may go even shorter next time! I love my new 'do and have received nothing but compliments both times Daniel cut my hair. I'm pretty sure I've found my salon and my stylist here. -
Review from Mara b.
Burlingame, CA
9/14/2011
Daniel & Adelice are great! beautiful space great stylists! miss you guys :)
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Review from Kira W.
San Francisco, CA
11/29/2010
I'm a Groupon Girl. If there's a card to be punched or scanned, a coupon to be clipped, or a bargain to buy...I am SO there!
However, after using 3 Groupons for 3 acceptable, but not wonderful hair cuts, I have decided that my frugal approach to finding a long-term stylist is just not workin' for me. And I have to wonder why "Do you have a Groupon?" is such a routine question while booking my appointments. Is there a reason these places need to know this before and not at the end? Hmm...
And so my tale of a $75 hair cut and blow dry for a mere 35 bones begins...
From art supplies to sporting goods, I can understand why DnA opted to join the Collective Bargain Power to the Masses craze. That's because unless you've heard from a friend or saw an ad, you probably wouldn't cross paths with this obscure little salon in the back on the 10th floor of 750 Market Street.
If I had to rate my experience just by Daniel and his personality, I would give him a 5. He was warm, gracious, friendly and I genuinely felt comfortable the whole time I was there. The OJ (or Mimosa if you need a morning buzz) was a nice touch and the shampoo smelled heavenly! Daniel even gave me a business card for my bf to get a haircut at 50% off $55. (Is it me or isn't that a little pricey for guys?)
And then we come to the After Part.
I'm sure that DnA is great for some folks, but just not this gal. I walked out of the salon to meet my bf for lunch. That was the first ixnay to be uttered. Got another from my friend the next day and the last one from Mom on Thanksgiving. And who doesn't trust Mom? Well, a week has past, and I think today my hair has finally stopped freaking out.
The signs are clear. It's time for me to stop the Grouponing with hair salons and DO the 'do! -
Review from Mon L.
San Francisco, CA
1/5/2011
Despite some of the other negative reviews, I had an excellent experience at Salon DNA using my groupon. Yes, they asked whether I had a groupon when booking my appointment, but treated me no differently than any other customer.
I had Daniel cut and style my hair, and he is the most personable, friendly, and helpful stylist I've come across in SF in my few years living here. I had an idea of how I wanted to cut my hair, but was open to suggestions as well. Noticing my limpy, flat hair, he agreed with my cut but suggested adding additional layers in the back. I also liked how he takes the time to show me different hair tips, and actually spent 30 minutes curling my hair to show a different styling option even though he had another customer waiting in the lounge.
I think I've finally found my salon! -
Review from B. Y.
San Francisco, CA
9/22/2010
I also used a Groupon to get a hair cut here, and Daniel cut my hair. My initial reaction through the entire hair cut process was that I wasn't ever going to come back. I agree it has a "mom and pop" feel, which isn't terrible, but it's not the best. I had my hair shampooed by a trainee who was okay. Then Daniel swooped in to cut my hair. He was also on the phone quite a bit, but he made an excuse it was an emergency so I tried not to hold it against him. However, after reading some of the reviews below, I guess it's his M.O. The hair cut process itself was fine, but I agree the blow dryer was a bit too hot.
The only thing that redeemed this place and got it 3 stars is that my hair cut actually ended up being GREAT. It's been hard to find someone who can do layers well with my straight, fine hair and also someone who can get my hair to "lay right" when I do it on my own. Daniel did. I just never know how a hair cut really is until I wash it and do it on my own at home.
I would have considered going back, but after seeing some of the reviews below and Daniel's responses, I probably will not. Blaming someone's profession for why they complained is no way to get return customers. -
Review from Megumi K.
Alhambra, CA
9/6/2010
I had an amazing experience at Salon DNA. Using my groupon, I was in for a much needed hair cut (after not getting one for about 1.5 years). I sat down and Leslie was kind enough not to laugh at the awful mess my hair was in and offered me a glass of sparkling champagne. He took the time to ask me what i had in mind and went to work. I felt that Leslie was charming and really listened to what i wanted.
I walked away with a beautiful haircut, healthy hair, and i seriously felt like i looked like a Pantene Pro-v commercial. It's all about that shine!
I really liked the fact that Leslie took the time to listen to what i wanted, took the time to style it beautifully straightening every strand and making me look and walk out of there gorgeous.
My friends loved my haircut and i still feel that after a week, its still as sheen and stylish as it was when i walked out. And he used this delicious smelling Moroccan oil on my hair and was trying to give me the best deal on the product, even if it meant advising me that i should try and find a smaller bottle at a cheaper cost elsewhere (since they were out of stock).
Leslie really was great in being personable and i really do enjoy my haircut. I have had horrible experiences with hairdressers that don't take the time for tiny details - Leslie didn't miss one thing.
Parking is a disaster (anywhere off of Market) but i had parked in the Kearny Street St Mary's parking garage (short walking distance). Definitely will save my $$ to go back and pay Leslie another visit in about 4-5 months. -
Review from Roger H.
San Francisco, CA
5/23/2011 1 Check-in Here
Been trying to rock a new haircut. Something that would divert attention from my ugly face. I settled on Morrissey's rad style from the early 90s. Daniel, the owner, was able to pull off my crazy request and aside from his technical wizardry, the service was really warm and you could tell it was family run by how friendly everyone was.
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Review from Bunny H.
Los Angeles, CA
8/17/2010
I'm conflicted how many stars to give, so let me explain. I came here (via Groupon) and saw Leslie (who's a guy).
Pros
Leslie was able to tame my curls like no one else ever has and has good advice on how I should wear my hair.
Leslie gives a good massage while shampooing.
The place was professional.
Bang trims are free.
Cons
Leslie is really opinionated (life, politics, etc) and gets nasty when you don't agree with him.
Leslie told me my bang trim was free, but demanded a tip. (I was going to give one anyway, I just can't believe he asked).
Lastly, Leslie cancelled my appointment and then called to chide me for not showing up ... umm WTF.
In summary, Leslie is really talented, but he's such a pain in the ass to deal with it's just not worth it to me. -
Review from Nicole V.
San Francisco, CA
10/3/2011
I'm fairly easy going with haircuts and usually like them, but after my experience here I had to get my hair re-cut at another salon. I requested a cut with a lot of layers, and it it was done straight across. Its not that the cut itself was done badly, it was just not at all what I asked for.
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Review from P H.
San Francisco, CA
3/19/2011
I have Asian hair so I usually go to an Asian salon to get my haircut, but decided to try something new when I saw them on Groupon.
A week before my appointment, I called to reschedule and the receptionist (a different one) couldn't find my reservation. That's fine, I can't make that appointment anyway so I made another appointment.
I had an appointment with Daniel and when I got there, the receptionist offered me something to drink while I waited. I ended up waiting an hour, but I was in no rush.
When I finally got to the chair, Daniel played with my hair to figure out what would look best with my face shape. Options were limited because my hair was damaged from a perm and I wanted to get the perm chopped off. He washed, cut, dried, then cut some more until he was satisfied and gave me simple tips on how to style it.
I loved it and got so many compliments on my new cut! I can't afford to go often, but when I want to be pampered, I will definitely think of Daniel. -
Review from Brad C.
San Francisco, CA
10/2/2009
First a wag of my finger:
I had a very important meeting today. Daniel made me miss this meeting because I could not stop looking at myself in the mirror after my haircut at DnA.
Second, a tip of my hat:
Actually, I can ditch the hat. My hair looks goooood.
:) -
Review from Tasha D.
San Francisco, CA
6/17/2010 1 Check-in Here
Went here for the first time today and OMG I LOVE MY NEW HAIRCUT! Hahaha. Daniel was my hair magician, and I am deeply grateful to him, since my last haircut had thoroughly grown out and my mane was really needing some love. I am really really happy with the results and will definitely be back.
I think the salon is really cute -- it's on the 10th floor of a large building right on market street. A very chill place to spend some time and be pampered. -
Review from Sofia S.
San Francisco, CA
5/12/2009
First let me tell you one thing : I do not like hair salons!
Why? Because most of the times -after spending hours having people touching my head and putting all kind of products, reading magazines that I have read before,dealing with people that do not know how to listen and leaving big bucks behind- I leave the salon feeling unhappy, depressed,wondering why I did not bring a wig and confuse about if Angelina and Brad Pitt are still together or not.
But DnA salon is not the typical hair salon! I went there today for the first time and LOVED IT!
Conveniently located in downtown SF, with extremely nice and genuine staff, DnA salon offers services from haircut, to highlights and other treatments, facials, waxing and nails!
Daniel made a fantastic job with my curly hair and gave me some excellent recommendations about what styling products are the most indicated for my type of hair. I walked out happy and with some great fashion tips from the Elle magazine I read. Who cares about the Pitts! -
Review from Amy L.
Colma, CA
4/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
More like 3.75. Got a hair cut here yesterday with Daniel with my bloomspot coupon. I was about 10 mins late because Bart ran a little late, and I called ahead to let him know. He sat me down to ask me what I liked, and I had mentioned to him that I wanted a lot of layers, and keep the length long enough to tie up. The wash was wonderful, but when it came down to cutting my hair, it totally looked like he just left the same style as I had it before and cut it shorter. There wasn't more layers than before, so I was just a little disappointed. The blow drier was a little too hot though. Overall, not too bad, not sure if I'll come back though.
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Review from Maria M.
San Francisco, CA
9/1/2010
Hidden away in this very unassuming salon, is an absolutely amazing professional. I can understand why all the secrecy. If the whole world was to find out about Lena, it would be impossible to see her...
Lena is the master of manicures and pedicures. Her work is so precise and beautiful; you only need see her once a month. The polish lasts perfectly in place right up to the next appointment. Nothing makes a woman feel better about herself than clean, beautiful nails. Our life feels instantly organized, brighter and our self esteem gets an exponential boost.
Lena is kind, patient and dangerously good at what she does...Bay Area TOP secret. -
Review from Claudia M.
Sacramento, CA
10/1/2009
If you are looking for family oriented Salon with talented people and a touch of Brazilian experience, DnA Salon is the place! I have been doing my highlights with Adelice for about 8 years, and she is not only very professional but also very experienced. What I like about her is that she is not two-faced like many hair stylists, and she has a real passion for her job.
Throughout the years I became to learn how warm, kind, and good listener she was because her aim is to build a long term relationship with her clients. The products that she uses are the best quality, you can feel that once you walk out of the salon. In addition, if you want to treat yourself for a really well done manicure/pedicure you should do your nails with Zeze, who is also from Brazil and has tons of experience.
Recently I hired Adelice for my wedding day. I can't express how satisfied I was. Adelice did my hair, my aunt's hair, my cousin's hair,; her daughter did my make up and Daniel did the hair color on my aunt. Adelice was with me until the minute I walked the aisle, she made me feel so confident and beautiful all the way; she was so caring and attentive to all my requests...really amazing! I was thrilled to have DnA services in a such important day of my life!!!! And not to say that their services are very affordable too!. I highly recommend all of them, especially my dear hair stylist Adelice! -
Review from Jesse D.
San Jose, CA
6/11/2010
The first thing I said when I sat down was that I do not like blunt edges in my hair.
My hair was butchered! My ends looked very choppy! Whatever snipping was done after the cut, it wasn't texturing. At that point I decided I would go to another salon and cut my losses here.
Michelle at Salon Finesse did a fantasic job of fixing my hair. My hair is textured and my ends are nicely blended now. -
Review from Paula L.
San Francisco, CA
3/4/2010
I have curly hair, so if the hairdresser makes the slightest mistake, I end up looking like a Christmas tree or Bozo.
Adelice is great, she cuts my hair in a way that I can just wash and I'm ready to go out. PERFECT!
Also they have this hot keratin treatment that just turns my hair into silk.
And that not to mention Zeze. Zeze is just the best manicurist in San Francisco, honestly.
The cherry on top of the cake is to have all that wonderful service with a glass of wine, which they offer you so voluntarily is hard to say no. Lol -
Review from Kristy W.
San Francisco, CA
7/10/2010
Came here for a haircut last week (vis a vis Groupon) and had my hair cut by Daniel, who worked wonders on it. I walked in with nasty, thinned-out, thermal-condition-fried strands and came out with an amazing, healthier looking cut.
Despite my late 7PM-on-a-Tuesday appointment, Daniel was cheerful and professional, and didn't rush the cut at all. He even threw in a complimentary conditioning treatment (the state of my locks was -that- bad) and overall spent an hour and a half fixing my hair. He also gave me a number of tips on other alternatives to japanese thermal straightening, since that's what caused my hair to be so whacked out in the first place.
If you need some magic worked onto your hair, definitely come here! -
Review from M. P.
San Francisco, CA
3/2/2010
Daniel cuts a mean head of hair, period.
You would think getting a decent cut would be easy for a short-haired guy, but it's not. Daniel does everything just right - my hair not only looks great when I leave the salon, it also grows in nicely over the next few weeks. Bravo.
I've referred friends to Salon DNA and they've all had a great experience like me. Also, they carry some cool Japanese molding clays that I really like - much better than SumoWax & other products I've tried. -
Review from Susan H.
Palo Alto, CA
3/29/2011
My teenage daugter and I went here to have her hair cut and straightened, riding the train up from the mid-Peninsula. The experience couldn't have been nicer. The salon has a lovely, relaxed atmosphere, with tea, coffee and cookies (for waiting moms!). My daughter's haircut by Daniel was fabulous - the best she has ever gotten! ANd her Brazilian Keratin treatment is still giving her perfectly straight hair.
And to top off the perfect salon experience, Daniel took us in his car to the train station so we wouldn't be late! Now could you ask for more? -
Review from T D.
San Francisco, CA
12/9/2010
Wow, what a waste of money. My hair is wavy with not that many curls. When it's wet, it's curly. When it dries it's straighter. The cut looked decent after Daniel styled it. But the next day when my hair was straighter, that was when I noticed his poor work. My hair was choppy, uneven and certain areas were 1 inch longer than other areas so I had to trim it myself with scissors! I've had better haircuts for 1/3 of the price.
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Review from Piyo's Mo M.
Palo Alto, CA
9/13/2010
When I arrived at my appointment on time, the receptionist was on the phone. Upon getting off the phone, she greeted me half-heartedly and told me that Daniel (who I had an appointment with) was running 30 minutes late. I asked why I wasn't given a call to inform me of this and she gave me a look like "oh, good idea. I didn't think of that."
So, I sat down in the waiting area and waited. After about 10 minutes, Daniel comes over and says, "what time was your appointment?" I respond, "3pm" and he says "it's only been 10 minutes." I respond, "yes, but she told me you were running 30 minutes late." He proceeds to the closet and throws a smock at me and tells me to go in the back to change. After another 15 minutes, Daniel comes to get me for my haircut. (He's only 25 minutes late, not 30.)
Overall, the shampoo and cut were satisfactory, except that 15 minutes into my haircut, he left me in the chair for 10 minutes with wet hair and half cut while he finished another client. You would think that after being 25 minutes late for my appointment he wouldn't keep me waiting anymore, but I guess not. And another thing, there was hair all over the chair before I sat down in it (apparently, if he had taken the time to clean the chair, floor and overall work area before bringing me back, he would have been 30 minutes late).
Daniel finished my haircut and I went to change. Because the smocks are made of a thin, silky material, it didn't stay against my skin well and there was hair all over my face, neck, shoulders and white tank top that I had on underneath. If this salon wants to be more upscale, they should provide shirts and smocks so clients can fully change and not get hair on their clothes.
Although I used a Groupon ($45 instead of $75), I would NEVER pay the regular price given the level of service I received. And if the service I received is BECAUSE I used a Groupon, then Salon DNA shouldn't expect any repeat Groupon customers.
9/14/10 UPDATE: Apparently Daniel felt the need to comment/respond to my review and his defense is that his assistant was out sick and that I am a lawyer. SO WHAT if I'm a lawyer?? That has NOTHING to do with my review and it was NOT blown out of proportion. I tell it like it is and I should not have to accept sub-standard service and be kept waiting because his assistant was out.Comment from Daniel and Adelice M. of Salon DnA 9/14/2010
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Review from Donna A.
Pacifica, CA
1/27/2011
My daughter and I went for some girl time to get our hair done. We found Salon DnA to be very nice. Daniel and his wife are both very personable. The products Daniel used on our hair were very good. And he went the extra mile to show us techniques for styling our hair.
I would recommend him to my friends looking for a hair stylist. -
Review from Zoe F.
San Francisco, CA
10/19/2010
I used a Groupon to go to Salon DnA, and can't think of anything that would have improved my haircut (which is what really matters to me) or my experience. A few weeks on, my haircut still looks great and is non-salon-blow-dry-dependent to look this way. I only wish I had $75 to spend on a hair cut. I know that's probably living wage prices after you factor in self-employment taxes, rent, and so on, but my dad and husband aren't working so it's just a bit much right now. Fie on the economy. Boo.
After reading some of the other reviews here, I couldn't believe that the salon I walked into and the service I had was from the same place other folks had been to. Different day, I suppose! -
Review from Antonietta D.
San Francisco, CA
6/30/2010
I am sitting here with my new haircut, holding back tears of disappointment. My girlfriend recently purchased a groupon to Salon DnA for me, because she got tired of hearing me complain about how badly I needed a haircut. I thought, "$45 for a haircut? I'm there!" For 45 bucks I was not expecting the best haircut of my life, but I was also not expecting the curly, frizzy box on my head that I received. I was especially surprised, because I had read great Yelp reviews, but from the moment I walked in the door, Salon DnA was a disaster.
The receptionist was on the hone when I walked in and did not even look up to acknowledge my presence. A very sweet shampoo girl named Victoria I believe, came up and greeted me. She said she would be shampooing me, but before I knew what was happening, Daniel, with whom I had my appointment, swooped in to shampoo me. The entire time he shampooed me, he tried to get me to buy various products.
After shampooing me he sat me in the chair and proceeded to try to convince me to get highlights before even asking me what I wanted. I vehemently rejected the idea of highlights, telling him they were just not my style, but he continued to bring them up throughout my appointment.
He left me in my seat for 15 minutes with wet hair while he finished another client. He also complained about not having much time since these groupon clients have been coming in. I'm so sorry to waste your time.
I let him know I was in the market for a new stylist, and that my girlfriend was as well. I thought this information might get him to send a little less time trying to be a salesman and a little more time being a hairdresser. Not so.
When he used thinning shears on my head I wanted to cry. He dragged them through my hair, pulling and snapping it. I have thick, curly hair and I have had stylists using thinning shears on it since the dawn of thinning shears and never EVER has it hurt so much and have the results been so failed.
I could go on about how sad I am about cheating on my stylist and trying out Salon DnA. The only thing that would ease this pain is if no other girl ever got put through the same experience. Maybe they do a good job on straight hair but my experience was, they don't know much about curly hair.Comment from Daniel and Adelice M. of Salon DnA 7/2/2010
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Review from Lynn W.
San Francisco, CA
7/1/2010
I went here because they had a $35 deal for a haircut on groupon. I must say I was disappointed with the whole experience. The salon is small and kind of mom-n-pop shop. Daniel was running late on my appt. He was impersonal and rude. His phone kept ringing and he picked up his calls while he was cutting my hair.
The haircut it self was just average. I asked for a rounded A-line bob and ended with graduated bob with too much graduation and layers. My top layer was cut too short and the graduation didn't blend in nicely.
He was busy talking on the phone or to his assistant while performing on my hair. He also complained getting swamped beacuse of the groupon deal. That told me how unprofessional and ungrateful he was. Maybe if only he focused and not running around so much, he would do better job on doing my hair.
At the end, Daniel asked his newly graduated assistant to blow dry my hair because he was busy talking on the phone. The assistant, Veronica, was very sweet, but inexperienced. The hairdryer was too hot. I had to tell her she burned my scalp twice. When Daniel came back he kept cutting my hair shorter and shorter until to the point I was nervous.
I'm stunned seeing how many positive reviews on yelp... I didn't know what was wrong on my visit day. Perhaps it was just a fluke? Bad luck on my part? Perhaps Daniel treated his groupon customers less...
Overall, I'd say go to real high end salons if you have $75-85 to burn. This place is not worth it. -
Review from A J.
San Francisco, CA
9/5/2010
Tried this place with a groupon and won't be going back.
Leslie, the stylist who cut my hair, was rude, insulting and has a talent for knowing exactly the wrong thing to say constantly. The haircut was uneven, and he has this huge stomach that he basically leaned on me the entire time that he gave me a haircut. He also pulled my hair more than any other stylist I've ever been to and was really rough in his process. One of the worst haircut experiences I've ever had.
While the other stylists may be fine, I do not recommend Leslie. Also, the shampoo room seems to be in the kitchen area, so it's like you're getting a shampoo in someone's kitchen. Definitely not a professional salon. -
Review from Logan U.
San Francisco, CA
7/22/2011
I would like to thank Salon DnA for the excellent customer service I received from Thay. I made a mistake when scheduling my appointment and she was so helpful and understanding. She is very professional and easy to work with. Thank you Thay and Salon DnA.
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Review from MM T.
San Francisco, CA
10/8/2010
My 9-month old chin-length bob had turned into a limp shoulder-length mess. I met with Daniel and showed him the pictures I brought of Kate Lanphear with some trepidation. Could I pull off long sideswept bangs with a boycut in the back? He was quite enthusiastic about the drastic change and promised to take it slowly and analyze how my hair took to the cut, adjusting if necessary. I ended up with a very cool and edgy look that garnered tons of compliments from the officemates. Washing and styling it myself is a breeze, too. Thanks, Daniel!
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Review from Victoria S.
San Francisco, CA
12/4/2010
Leslie has been doing my color for several years.He is polite,professional and highly skilled. I think the most important attribute that Leslie has is that he cares and listens to what the client wants. I feel very fortunate to have him work with me.He also has a great sense of humor.
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Review from Kate J.
Boston, MA
7/24/2010
I had a groupon here and came in with low expectations given how little I paid. Daniel did a FABULOUS job on my hair. One of the best haircuts of my life! I have long, wavy/curly hair that is tough to cut and I've shed many a tear over a bad haircut. Daniel spent lots of time on my hair, making sure it was perfect and gave me a great cut. A bargain at twice the price! I will definitely be back!
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Review from Miranda R.
San Francisco, CA
4/5/2010
Leslie has been my hair stylist for almost 5 years. I absolutely love him! He always does a great job. He recently moved to Salon DnA. At first I was a little skeptical while walking through and office building thinking what an odd place for a salon. But after I got there I loved the place! Everyone is so nice, they offer coffee and snacks while working on your hair. Sometimes it is this little things that really makes an experience go from average to AMAZING!
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Review from Aimee P.
San Jose, CA
4/27/2009
I've known Daniel for over 10 years and he is a master when it comes to cutting, coloring, and styling hair! I am always happy each time I get my hair done by him - and now my husband is a true believer himself - and loves his most recent haircut!
His new salon is chic, very inviting and offers a wide a variety of services.
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Review from Julie F.
Millbrae, CA
6/2/2011
I love this salon! Daniel and Adelice are the absolute best in the world! I was so unhappy with my hair and called Daniel who worked his magic. I will never go anywhere else again! I have gotten several compliments all because of Daniel and Adelice. They are simply the best. The salon is beautiful, right off of Bart and easy to get to. All of Daniel's recommendations are terrific. And they are fun and nice people to boot. I have known Daniel for 8 years now and he knows his stuff and is always finding ways for someone to look beautiful! Make an appointment at Salon DnA. You will not be disappointed.
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Review from Jeffrey J.
San Mateo, CA
3/27/2011
Victoria was very professional and friendly at the same time. I have a flat back of the head. She perfectly shaped the haircut. She is worth every penny :)
