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Zen 2002
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Categories: Hair Salons, Nail Salons [Edit]
1315 Fair Oaks AveSte 203
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-2002
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
8 reviews for Zen 2002
I can attest that I have never cheated on my hair dresser, and I'm damn proud of it. Unlike other girls who cheat and go salon hopping, I know what I want, and I know who and where to get it from.
I've been a loyal customer at Zen 2002 since 2005. Ya-Ling, my stylist, is the coolest, friendliest, knowledgeable stylist there is. She is so talented that I have referred not just one friend, but even an entire family to her. The family consists of my cousin, her husband, and their two baby girls. My cousin is next in line after me as far as loyalty goes. We are always the last customers to come in and always stay the latest catching up with Ya-Ling and getting our hair done together.
Ya-Ling is the first and only person who I've ever let chop my hair off. I mean, literally, chop it off. In 2005, I was feeling daring for the first time and wanted to go for Nicole Richie's short 'do. Ya-Ling was my go-to-person, and she did not dissapoint! I always had long straight hair all my life, so that was a drastic change for me after 20+ years. I warned her that I was probably going to cry my eyes out too. Surprisingly, I sucked it up and kept my cool while she chopped and chopped away.
Years passed and my hair got longer and longer, but this time it grew not just to my usual elbows, but right above my butt. My hair grows really fast, so I've been wanting to donate my hair. A minimum of 10 inches is required to donate. Finally, last week I let Ya-Ling chop off 13 inches of my hair!!! I'm donating my ponytail to Locks of Love so a little girl with cancer can wear my long, healthy, luscious locks :) Damn, I miss my hair. I miss the wind blowing in it =( but I know it's for a good cause and I love kids, so I'm glad to do anything to put a smile on those little girls faces. Plus, my bf and all my friends who've seen my short do really like it too.
If you ever want a drastic cut or even just a basic trim, I highly recommend Ya-Ling at Zen 2002. Tell her I referred you!
I run a million dollar business, but the 'Hipster' in me tells me that I don't always need to look the part even on my day offs. Because I've stayed in Manchester(UK) during the early '90, and I was totally immersed with the scenes at that time, I wanted that crew-cut parquet look. Amazingly, I could not find any stylist that could achieve that look since I've been back.
What do U know, on a whim from an introduction from a friend of mine, I took a chance with Zen 2002 and with Jason, and I've been a happy camper ever since. I felt I was transported back to the days where I'd go balling at the 'Hacienda' on Friday, and to the 'Happy Mondays' concert on Saturday... Those were the good old days!
Thanks, Jason. You're BAD. All those Overseas trips you take yearly give do give you an edge over the others, and I will always refer you to other like-minded hipster friends of mine.
I'm a 25 year old fashion savvy girl and been coming to this cozy salon since I was young. I've always had my hair cut with Jason, which is also the owner. Jason pampers me by creating one of a kind hair styles with his special touch. The friendly staff are all so pleasant and welcoming. The soothing zen-like japanese decor of this spacious salon always leaves feeling like a princess but most importantly looking like a million bucks! Jason, you are the best!
You want to pay to get a quality haircut, this is THE place to go! The place is clean, hip and the stylists keep up to date on the latest hairstyle trends. Jason is not only the owner of the place, but also a skilled stylist with plenty of experience under his belt, and he'll keep you entertained with a few jokes as well. Ya-Ling also knows her stuff, especially when it comes to coloring. My whole family goes to this salon, that just proves that the talent there runs the gamut as far as gender and age.
Jason is amazing! I have been going to Jason for 20 years. I would not trust my hair to anyone else. Now that my two daughters are older I wont let them go to anyone but Jason. He is so talented and he loves what he does.
I come here whenever I want to spend money on my hair. Otherwise, I color and cut my hair myself. The cut here is precise and skilled, which is not easy, because I prefer lots of layers. My husband's haircut was done by hand, not shaver, and impeccable. The hair color is also great here as well, with good contrast, though not too wild, highlighting.
It may depend on who you have as a hair stylist, but the one I have I love. She is so talented, friendly, and good at what she does. I just let her do whatever she wants and it always turns out nice. =) They changed their policy recently though. You have to book appointments directly with the individual hair stylists instead of calling into the receptionist and getting anybody to cut your hair.
Its a bit on the pricey side though.
i liked this place so much, i seriously considered occasionally driving up to pasadena from san diego to have ya-ling cut and style my hair.
considering gas prices and my schedule, i have finally conceded that this is impossible.
the salon is great. if you have been to naime's in the valley, you get the same great service for half the cost. ya-ling is awesome and i have always left her chair extremely happy.
