Albanese Hair Salon
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

323 Geary Street
Suite 306
San Francisco, CA 94102

Michelle T. writes: Best cut and color I've ever had!

My hair is shiny, has just the right amount of color and the cut is fabulous. Everyone says I look amazing and I notice guys keep checking me out. I love it!   Deborah, the salon owner cut my hair and I'd have to…

Union Nails
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1601 Pacific Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94109

Tanya Z. writes: Union Nails has turned out to be my default nail place for all those times when I don't want to make the trip to Bella or spend the cheddar on Silk.  While going to Union Nails is by no means a transformative or overly cushy experience, it's quick,…

Skin For Life
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

2000 Van Ness Avenue
Suite 509
San Francisco, CA 94109

Esther P. writes: Joyce Terrizi gives amazing facials!  She is amazingly warm and nuturing so not only does your skin look fabulous, but your soul feels refreshed.

Solar Planet Tanning & Massage Salon
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

3151 Fillmore
San Francisco, CA 94123

J K. writes: tanning? in SF?

*pause*

that's what i'm saying. after aimlessly exploring the marina, i was "greeted" by a banner that read "free tanning, friday, saturday & sunday."

how can you resist F-R-E-E? and if you know me, i've got the funkiest tan EVER... this…

One Twenty For Hair
Neighborhood: SOMA

120 Howard Street Ph
San Francisco, CA 94105

Jordan M. writes: I'm a guy who knows nothing about hair. I really don't look at other guys' haircuts and I hop from salon to salon letting them do what they will and hoping everything works out alright.  I decided to try One Twenty For Hair on a whim. It is around…

Suzanne Scott Skin Care
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

166 Geary St. Suite #708
San Francisco, CA 94108

Stellah D. writes: Suzanne is a marvel, and offers an excellent range of treatments and spoiling in a cool calming space. She's sweet, and gives excellent advice while she beautifies, as her loyal client list will testify.

Piedmont Spa
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Piedmont Ave

4022 Piedmont Ave
Oakland, CA 94611

Lise L. writes: UPDATE:
I have now had two massages with Abbey and one with Theo. All three were excellent! My most recent was with Theo and I came in with a specific problem. He really approached the session as tackling, and fixing the problem. A lot of the time,…

Costa Del Sol Tanning
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1426 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

michelle i. writes: my skin is so glaringly white that i finally had to do something..... i'm also going on vacation in april and i refuse to look like a ghost in a bikini. the guys that work here are great.... i personally feel they both use the facilities a little too…

Body Therapy
Neighborhood: Mission

1041 Guerrero St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Jon B. writes: One woman show - that is quite and easy. Amy is great at customizing the work exactly to your needs!

Renzo & Co
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

930 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Kristen N. writes: Thanks for the Yelp, Roxane!  Nazzi is amazing.  My hair has never looked better.  She is super sweet and does a stellar job.

Alice K Charap, DC
Neighborhood: Castro

254 Church St
San Francisco, CA 94114

T.Z. R. writes: I've been working at Dr. Charap's office for about 8 months now (full disclosure) and I'd like to throw in my five cents as a dedicated yelper.

First of all, as the front desk person, I'm not bizzare or creepy or anything like that (although I am…

Perfect 10
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

1211 Church St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Shannon J. writes: I have been getting a mani-pedi here off and on for 13 years-I tried all the others on 24th and they STINK.  This place is clean enough, friendly enough, cheap enough I keep going back out of convenience and I can get in and out in a hurry-

Backstage Salon
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

2134 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109

phil h. writes: I stopped by Back Stage Salon yesterday in search of some new styling product.  I was helped out by two very friendly stylists who were able to translate Phil-speak ("Uh, I want something stronger than this but not as heavy as that") and pointed me…

Bliss Spa at the W Hotel
Neighborhood: SOMA

181 3rd Street
in the W Hotel
San Francisco, CA 94101

Rachel G. writes: Lately I've had daydreams that I'm a kept woman.  It goes a little something like this:

I wake-up.  I lay in bed for awhile.  I have a light breakfast of Ketel One and freshly squeezed Orange Juice.  I have a massage and a mani-pedi while drinking a…

L Salon & Color Group

223 S San Mateo Dr
San Mateo, CA 94401

Meagan G. writes: Every time I have been to L Salon it has been amazing. I started going just for cuts, but now also go for color and any special occasion that I need my hair done.  Noel cuts my hair and I always always always love what she does. I can tell her what I…

Katie Lewis Massage

San Francisco, CA 94109

Amme H. writes: Katie gave me a massage for my birthday one year.  I was so relaxed.  It felt like I had gone wine tasting all afternoon, fallen asleep on the sofa, and woken up not knowing who or where I was.  It was one of the most relaxing experiences ever.…

Daily Beauty Supply
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

605 Irving St
San Francisco, CA 94122

jessica t. writes: I've only used the beauty supply portion of their store and have been pretty impressed so far.

They carry a wide range of salon nail-polish colors,  herbal makeup, rice powder blotting paper, vegan hair care products, and far more.

Their staff are…

Trade Winds Salon
Neighborhood: Financial District

439 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94104

Andi T. writes: This is a hair salon with a great downtown location, on Pine between Kearny and Montgomery.  Yvonne does a superb job with color (although she is a little quirky conversationally).  I've gone to Danielle (cute accent!) for help with curly hair -- she…

Binh's Family Hair Care

2140 S El Camino Real
San Mateo, CA 94403

SAS Z. writes: I'm going to be the first to give Binh five stars.  She is a very nice lady and does a great job at giving haircuts.  I'm never going back to Supercuts or Great Clips.  She has a very good eye, cuts your hair even, and takes her time on each…

Aveda Environmental Lifestyle Store
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

3938 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Cynthia B. writes: Friendly employees.  One time they gave me a little cup of tea and it was really good.  This store is small but it has all the Aveda products you want.  I feel like Aveda really cares about the environment and about me.  I love Aveda Confixor, it's…

Ocean Hair Design
Neighborhood: Ingleside

1619 Ocean Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94112

david c. writes: I started going here about 1 month ago. Been going once every week since. I've gotten my hair cut by both Cindy and Alan, though Alan seems to know how to style my hair more appropriately. Seems Cindy is better with dealing with female clients.…

Chez Pilar
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

1409 Green St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Rosa W. writes: I'm new to the city, so I took a chance by walking into Chez Pilar. I have had many great stylists in the past, but Kim stood out: (1) The cut never felt rushed or perfunctory; she truly took the time and energy to make my hair unique to me, (2) I…

True Body Wraps
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3665 Sacramento Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Bethanne S. writes: I got the body blaster wrap and although it didn't make a huge difference, it was very relaxing and I could feel the detoxifying effect. Inga was sweet and knowledgable. I loved the smell of the botanicals, and the giant massager that she used to…

David Oliver Hair Studio
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3356 Sacramento St
San Francisco, CA 94118

Shannon K. writes: Don't let the stodgy Presidio Heights neighborhood scare you off. Denase does the best cut on straight hair in town, and I used to get my hair cut at various overpriced Union Square salons, so there's your reference point. It's upscale without being…

Allura Skin and Laser Center

280 Baldwin Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401

lulu p. writes: Fabulous facials which are really reasonably priced.  Say goodbye to overpriced $120 spa facials that have no lasting power!

Instyle Salon

137 E 4th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401

Sara M. writes: The massage chairs at InStyle actually massage. I am amazed. They also use a hot stone to massage your legs during routine pedicures - very unique. The interior is clean and bright and feels like a step up from the average nail salon.

They do a poor…

Neon Shade Hair Fashion
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

1500 Noriega Street
San Francisco, CA 94122

Tommy O. writes: I'm here every 2 weeks getting lined up.  At these prices, I can afford to.  Ask for my boy Paul.  Ladies, that goes for you to.  All of my ex-girlfriends go to him (which is why I don't go on weekends).  I get that player pricing because I've been…

The Park Salon
Neighborhood: Glen Park

669 Chenery Street
San Francisco, CA 94131

Artimus I. writes: From 5/12/06
Well how do I go about reviewing a salon when I've been cutting my own hair since high school and my last stylist worked at Supercuts? By the product of course, even if it's not me personally. I have seen the light, ah yes the light, and…

Sunshine Nails
Neighborhood: Miraloma

2966 Diamond St
San Francisco, CA 94131

KayJay .. writes: *Adding spice to the tried and true missionary position, this position gives both of you intense pleasure.  First, lay on your back.  Raise your ______ up as high as you can.  Then, as he _______ you, roll onto your side and lift your legs.  Take…

Purely Pilates

963 D Industrial Road
San Carlos, CA 94070

Shawn T. writes: (this address needs to be updated, it's now in San Carlos
http://www.purely-pila...)

Okay, the only reason I give this place 4 instead of 5 stars is the location. It's stuck in this mini industrial park that tries to pass itself off as a business park.…

The Balm
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1550 California Street
Suite 255
San Francisco, CA 94109

laura b. writes: The Balm is a SF based make up company that makes lip glosses, cream eye shadows, cheek tints, anti-aging concealers, and more.  Their "Plump your Pucker" sheer and tinted lip glosses are AMAZING!  They use all sorts of special secret weapon…

Beauty Queen Salon & Beauty Supply

1199A Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070

Hannah S. writes: This is a great little salon in San Carlos. It is not on the main part of Laurel Street where most of the stores are located but that is a great thing because parking is much easier. The stylist was sweet and young and paid close attention to what I…

Headlights Hair Studio
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

494 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

Jeneal J. writes: Well, I have been going to Headlights to see Joseph for about 2 years now...    He is amazing- piecing together requests, textures of hair, and his love to experiment anytime you give him a try.   I have a friend in Joseph, for sure!  
   
 A month…

Neja Designs Cosmetics
Neighborhood: Japantown, Pacific Heights

1850 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Deb T. writes: I came in for a consultation on wedding hair and makeup, and Nellie was just a delight to speak with - outgoing and friendly despite my arriving late. She had big portfolio binders of hair and makeup she'd done over the years for brides of many…

Heaven Day Spa & Salon
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2209 Chestnut Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Tinou B. writes: Small little place.  The store front is downstairs, then they take you upstairs for the massage.  Would have preferred a female technician, but only a male was available.  Blessing in disguise, the guy was really good with deep tissue.  Made my back…

Brownies Tanning
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

1735 Union Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

m e l i s s a A. writes: Okay, back when I was 21 or so, I used to come here to tan.  I like it.  I was a regular again a few years ago.  I like it cuz it's quiet, and feels a lot more private than other places.

When I used to go, I loved the free stickers too.  I'd always…

LaBelle Day Spa
Neighborhood: Union Square

233 Grant Ave
Fourth Floor
San Francisco, CA 94108

Courtney C. writes: Whew!  I've just had my second facial inside two months, which makes my current facial maintenance regularity the best of my life, so I'm feeling like a fat cat right now.  

But that's neither here nor there for others wondering what LaBelle's got to…

Pure Essentials
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

3133 Balboa St
in Salon Hax
San Francisco, CA 94121

Arlene W. writes: Pure Essentials Spa is clean and serene.  Here is the website:  http://www.pureessenti...  
I love her facials!  Lina is professional and knows what she is doing.  I always leave her place feeling rejuvenated.  She specializes in everything from…

Colour Room
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

2455 Polk Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Alison N. writes: Since moving to San Francisco, I've been to the Red Chair and to Mercer Street, both of which were pricey and great, but impossible to book.  It was here, however, that I finally got a great cut and partial highlight -- for much less than what I was…