WICKED SALON

05/07/2008 Posted by candicedaffon

I just recently got some highlights for my hair & it was what I had pictured! Sueis a great hairstylist & a great person! I've researching for salons for a while & this one was worth going to. Really clean & modern atmosphere! Everyone was helpful & nice. I'll definitely come back as well as recommend it to anyone who's looking for a great salon!

05/05/2008 Posted by sparklethepom

Maybe my standards are just really high, but I moved here from New York and tried this salon and I was none too pleased. They had Nikas Nikas for a while, who has a good reputation as a colorist in SF, but my color with him was only pretty good (needed some more dimension and shades), it too like 4 hours and tons of processing at the sink and dryer, and he was not the most stable character. The girls at the salon were hot and cold - friendly one day, rude the next time. The atmosphere is only ok. Kind of trendy, but plain. They don't seem that driven to be great or to improve. Moreover, after my appointment, I noticed that my usually fine, silky hair seemed coarser and totally dried out. I later found out that apparently this place was substituting one of the high end products for base adjustments (maybe $15 a bottle) for cheap China town stuff ($3 a bottle) and putting the cheap China town stuff in the brand name bottle, so the colorists didn't even know. I'll pay the extra $12 myself, thanks. If they are serious about being the best (and it doesn't seem like they are), they're going to have to step it up a lot. I since have found Hugh McGuire at Ron Pernell Studio and he is truly phenomenal. If you want the very best hair SF can offer, go to him.

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04/09/2008 Posted by lingchristie

I have been following Vanessa for the past 10 years from Architects and Heroes, Red Chair, and now at Wicked. Vanessa truly is an artist with hair color. I have been blonde, red, brown. You could say I am bit of a camilion with hair color. She is always honest about which shade of color suits me the best. My hair always look silky and luminous. Vanessa, you have a client for life. She is simply the best.

Pros: GREAT ATMOSPHERE

Cons: NONE

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03/31/2008 Posted by jennifermason

I have many friends that are already going to see Vicky, one of the owner at Wicked salon, she came highly recommended to me. I have been going to the same stylist for the past 5 years, and my hair style is becoming increasingly outdated looking. I had to book an appointment 2 weeks out, since she was so busy. But let me tell you, it was so worth the wait. I have been coloring my naturally dark hair blonde, looking for the impossible perfect blonde color, but it would always turn brassy. Vicky took one look at my hair, and told me the truth, that I would be much better as a rich brunette. I was a little skeptical in the beginning, but she was very patient with me. She explained to me how the brown color would bring out my green eye color, and complement my skin tone. After 2 hrs of transformation, I love my new hair color, even my critical mother loved it. And who says blonde have more fun.

Pros: BEAUTIFUL SALON, ATTENTIVE STAFF, I WALKED WITH BEAUTIFUL HAIR

Cons: NONE

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03/10/2008 Posted by Byrony

I just moved away from San Francisco and I didn't want to go without giving props to my hair stylist of over a year - Vicki. The best color and cut I've ever had and an amazing atmosphere. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE this salon! If you have short hair - the best cut you'll ever get!

Pros: Everything

Cons: None

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03/05/2008 Posted by valeriew

We all know, the older we get, the darker our blond hair get. Now that I am in my 30's, and living in SF, the land of fog, my hair is dull and dark. I have tried so many salons, looking for that natural, sun kissed blond. Finally, I found Vicky at Wicked salon. The owner of the salon is so chic, I instantly felt at ease in her chair. My hair has never looked better, better than when I was 16. I looked sunny and bright, no trace of brassy. Ladies, make your appointment now.

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03/05/2008 Posted by gwinston73

I've have been wanting the Posh Spice bob for the longest time, but was afraid to take the plunge. I did a lot of research on line, and asked around, I kept hearing go to see Vicky at Wicked. I was not disppointed, she helped me ease into the much shorter hair cut, and now I love my new sassy bob. Can't wait to see her next week for color. Thank you.

Pros: late hours, personal service

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12/04/2007 Posted by dlreynolds

I notice that most reviews for wicked are from women so as a male I wanted to give Su at WICKED a highly deserved compliment. By the way I NEVER do these review things. That said, I was in San Fran over the Thanksgiving holiday week which my birthday also happened to fall into that time frame as well. My friends at home urged me to get my hair cut at a salon while I was there. I did some research via the internet and Wicked stood out as the top contender. I called and scheduled my appointment with Su but am sure I would have been just as happy with Vicki. I scheduled for color and a cut. When I arrived I had a brief consulation with Su and asked her what she would do if given complete artisitic control. She explained and I felt comfortable with her vision so I told her to go with it. Of course she inquired about my likes and dislikes of my current cut from the stylist I have been visiting for 10+ yrs (felt a bit like I was cheating). Oh well. She started with the color. She chose a shade darker which was really great and very vibrant (nice chocolate brown). She then continued with the cut which more attention, detail and precision was given as if she were fine tuning some antique instrument. I have to say it was truly amazing. She did things to my hair I have never seen done. The outcome was a masterpiece which did take 2 1/2 hours. So be sure to plan your time accordingly. Everyone did comment on how great my hair looked even weeks after when it began to grow out. Go ahead make an appointment at WICKED you will not regret it.

Pros: Right in the middle of Union Sqr where all the action is

Cons: Takes a bit of time to get great color and a great haircut (2 1/2) hrs so plan accordingly

11/14/2007 Posted by acrook

Really needed a change of style and a friend recommended Vicky at Wicked Salon. I really wasn't sure what i wanted to do with my hair and just wanted a new look. I do feel guilty for leaving my stylist of 8yrs., but I needed a change. Vicky is very chic and once I saw her I knew she could point me into the right direction. So I went with a short graduated bob. One word, WOW! My boyfriend was like WOW! Co-workers WOW! The looks from starngers WOW! Thank you Vicky!

Pros: Great service and space.

Cons: None

11/02/2007 Posted by sarahrdh

I just had my haircut by Priscilla at Wicked, and she was wonderful. She took the time to talk with me about my look, and gave great, honest, but kind suggestions. She was so right, I walked out loving my new hairstyle! I really appreciated all the time she spent with me and her attention to detail. Everyone in the salon was friendly, I was offered cupcakes and a beverage. Best of all, they were able to get me in the same day, since I was in town only for the weekend. I highly recommend Wicked Salon!