The Loft on Broadway

Thank you TEHRA!
I had come to The Loft a couple years ago for a haircut and it wasn’t bad but it wasn’t super memorable either. I decided to come back a week before my wedding for hair color after having a not so great experience at another local salon.
I arrived a few minutes early and was greeted by Jinx who, if I remember correctly, is part owner and very friendly. She informed me the salon was undergoing new ownership and chatted with me until my stylist was ready for me.
Tehra is super easy to talk to and I let her know the last time I had my hair professionally dyed the stylist left dye on my forehead and told me to scrub it off when I got home! I understand he wanted to dye my baby hairs but I’m very fair and I dye my hair almost black and I don’t want to walk around for three days with dye on my skin. Tehra is the first stylist who told me not to worry, she has a secret… Tehra told me rubbing dye on dye removes it from the skin! No joke, it worked!
Tehra took the time to remove all the dye on my forehead. She is very knowledgeable and enjoys what she does which is hard to find. I could have got my hair colored the day before my wedding if I wanted to, it looked that good. Plus she asks what you want and doesn’t push anything onto you. I was so happy with my experience there I decided it’s time I wrote my first Unilocal review!
Thanks again Tehra!!!

I have now gone to The Loft twice, both times have been with Shannon. First was just for her to curl my hair for my engagement photos and this last time was for color and a cut. I’m so HAPPY to say that I have found my hairstylist. I moved from Michigan almost 4 years ago and I have bounced around from hairdresser to hairdresser trying to find one that I loved as much as mine back home. It took MANY tries but I know now I will not go to anyone else. Shannon is great at what she does and she is very friendly and welcoming. I really liked that she remembered me too the 2^nd time I came in. I’m terrible sometimes with names, so I was impressed that she remembered me and even asked how my wedding planning is going. Thank you Shannon for being amazing at what you do! My hair looks awesome with the color you did and everyone loves it!

I was not aware of this cool little business until just recently. I was in dire need of a facial and decided that I owed it to myself to myself to stop procrastinating. I had heard great things about an aesthetician named Faith who worked out of this shop. The last facial I loved was also done by a gal named Faith, but at a different locale… could it be… No, but I guess as George Michael says…“you just gotta have Faith! :).
I was definitely not disappointed. I walked into a very welcoming little two story building, was greeted by Faith and gifted with a glass of cold, cucumber lime water. Ahhh, so wonderful on a hot, sticky day! She had me fill out some paperwork, just to acquaint herself with my history and make sure that I had no medical issues or allergies. I don’t, but that’s a smart move!
I then went upstairs to a dark, cozy and relaxing little private room where Faith proceeded to work her magic over the next hour and a half. Awesome! so much more that I had expected! She is a total sweetheart and definitely a master at her craft. We steamed and plucked and exfoliated and pulled out all the nasties until I felt fresh and wonderful and my face was like a non-​stinky baby’s bottom! Magic!
Faith not only restored cleanliness and softness to my face, but schooled me with great tips and information that I plan to carry with me and implement into my daily hygiene regimen. I am grateful to her and plan to have many return engagements.
I totally recommend a visit to the Loft and Faith for all of you out there who need services and just want to feel great. I noticed all of the other beauty services going on and was impressed by the level of professionalism and friendliness that created this hospitable ambiance.

I did a walk in cut with Suzie and she gave me the best hair cut of my life. I have been to very top notch salons in ny and la but I have never found somebody who gets my hair and my needs like Suzie. She told me I would be a great candidate for a Brazilian blowout. I’m doubtful of any kind of strong hair treatment and I wanted to keep my curl but I thought about it and trust her so I went n two weeks later to get it done. The results are stunning! She gave me precisely what I wanted.
The energy at the loft is great. Non pretentious, comfortable, and fun. Everybody working there seems to e having so much fun.

It was a spur of the moment, suggestion of my husband, that I get my hair done. It was overdue, and I usually trek to Sacramento (I’m faithful) to get the job done. Mostly because so many other hairdressers I’ve tried can’t get my color right.
Well, DORI BRESSLER is different… she is the exception. In fact, I hear that color is her specialty. I like where her station is, too… atop the world, with a big window behind her.
Dori was able to really accommodate me and my wacky preference for color. She did an excellent job of just going with what I already had in my hair (about 4 different colors). She took her time and was meticulous with my styling.
Considering all the positive reviews, you’d better make your appointment quick!

Go see Dori! she’s super sexy and awesome!!!
Cuts my hair just right everytime and I get ultra super cool compliments.
aww shit son!!!

I had a fantastic experience here and am happy to have found a new salon in Long Beach.

This review is for DORI BRESSLER.
So I have curly hair and have gone to many many hair dressers throughout the US. And I have the hardest time finding someone good and someone I can trust. My sister recently got her hair done by Dori so I thought why not give her a shot. SO GLAD I DID. From the moment we spoke I could tell she knew her sh*t. I’ve been hearing about «Dry Cutting» and she is trained in this specialty «Deva Method».
Sitted in her cozy chair with a back drop of palm trees through a floor to ceiling window, Dori greeted me with a generous pour of a perfect mimosa and then we got to work. She cut my hair curl by curl… it was the most AMAZING thing! I actually knew what I was gonna look like after — no surprises. lol!
Dori is so sweet and so easy to talk to, she explains her process and even gives you tips to maintain a healthy head of hair. We are discussing future fun hair projects and I can’t wait to visit her chair again:)

Just an FYI: in the future if a person calls the loft on broadway and ask if you can cut curly hair… this establishment should say NO!
I should have known from the response from the rude man who took my reservation. When I asked if they can do a dry cut (the deva method) he told me that yes we can, but «any real hairdresser that knows how to cut hair can cut curly hair wet or dry… It doesn’t matter». Tudy attitude and all, I gave the salon a try. When I got there, the «rude man» didn’t even acknowledge me. I was checked in by the lady who give massages.
Even after he told my they would be able ti cut it dry, my hair was cut wet. Because my hair was cut wet, the stylist was not able to see the shape of my hair. And by the time the cut was completed, it had turned into a fro. It wasn’t until I got home and rewashed my hair did I notice it was now the shape of a box.
Even though my hair is now the shape of a box (and is getting reshaped this week), I loved my hair dresser Susie. She was a pleasure and I can tell she can do wonders on almost all other types of hair!
Ps: Mr Tudy (whatever his name may be) needs an attitude adjustment! I would had live with the cut if it wasn’t for his attitude (which needed a review)!!!

Sad sad sads.
I’ve been growing out an A-​line bob for about 1.5 years and recently added bangs. I live walking distance to The Loft. Read all the positive reviews about Dori. And just needed just a quick in and out appointment. After I came home and really assessed the work, I became disheartened and depressed, and even cancelled my plans for the night, hence a review on a Saturday night.
What went wrong? I took in pictures and tried to talk Dori through the weird intricacies of my hair. I really dont think she understood what I meant and she didnt ask for clarification because she must’ve assumed it would all be ok.
All I needed was a bang trim and the weight taken out of the hair along my cheeks. I made it very clear that I didnt want any of the length taken out. In turn, she thinned out every section of hair about 2 – 4 times. When I looked at the floor, I couldn’t believe how much hair was there because I only needed a few snips around the face.
My hair is so thin and lifeless that its embarrassing. Lifeless straight, curly, braided, pony-​tailed, teased… Once the holidays have passed, I’m going to need to invest in some extensions.
Super sads because everyone was so nice, and it was so close. But I cant have 1.5 years of hair growth thrown to the shitter like that… traumatized.

I’ve always be a SuperCuts guy because I get simple haircuts and there’s no need to spend a fortune on routine grooming. Also, I’m not a fan of getting primped and pampered, so I’ve had trepidation about going to places called Salons.
But while the Loft on Broadway caters to the more typical Salon customer, they also made me feel welcome and kept it mostly low key.
I’ve been getting assigned to random stylists (?) until I recently had Dori, who gave me exactly what I needed– a great, quick, easy cut. She even offered some tips for easy but effective styling. No fluff or awkward conversation.
I’ll be asking for Dori from now on when I continue to go to the Loft for my haircuts.

Fellas, Karen Sawtelle is a great stylist, and I should know, she’s cut my hair for years! Her specialty is razor cuts, but she excels as a colorist as well! Plus she is personable, friendly, and ultra professional!
She has been a stylist for 20yrs, and you, your wife, or kids would be lucky to sit in her chair, and have her work her magic on you! If you’re a lover of inked women, who can give you a superb cut or color, SEE Karen Sawtelle, plus, she’s easy on the eyes?

Attention! Guys with «difficult» hair needs, killer hair and Xtreme hair… hell, any hair… Karen Sawtelle is at The Loft in Long Beach now!!! I have had the pleasure of her caring for my: shaved head, flat-​top, and long, wavy hair, mohawk; colored and not (blue, red, black… salt-​n-​pepper).
So Check It: she is a Razor Cut Specialist, Color Expert, has over 20 years experience, yet she is still a kid at heart!!! And it is always nice to get pampered by a friendly, smart and beautiful woman LOL !!!
(great tattoos…)
Seriouly, She’s The Bomb.

EH.

Worst experience I have ever had at a salon.
The first time I went to this salon I had Shannon, she was GREAT. Unfortunately/​Fortunately she no longer works there and I was placed with a different stylist. Granted, it was late on a Saturday that I called in and asked if anyone was available for a trim and blow-​dry. They said yes if I came in soon, I arrived within 10 minutes. But it was well within their hours of operation.
First, I’ll put my expectations of a salon out there so you’ll know if you need to take my review into account when selecting a salon. I expect to walk out with CLEAN hair, have CLEAN tools used on my hair, & feel like the hairstylist really listened to what I wanted and put effort into their work. I also think that going to a salon is a luxury and should be a relaxing experience…
I’m not a snob when it comes to my hair… I’m a big believer in not critiquing someone else’s work when I have opted to willingly sit in their chair, and I’m not a stylist! So I always let the stylist do their thing! That being said, I expect to get treatment for my moneys worth.
I basically paid for a stylist to flat iron my unwashed hair. I wanted a clean trim. The stylist barely touched my ends with scissors, though I complained of my damaged ends. I made note that I was growing out my bangs but needed them trimmed because of damaged ends… My bangs were not touched.
He didn’t wash my hair because I had washed my hair that morning… Umm, if you are using your tools on my unwashed hair who else’s unwashed hair are you using your tools on?
After flat ironing my hair… He put a single spiral curl on the left side of my face. I wanted to gag. I felt like I was a product of the 90’s & it felt so awful.
I’m a coward for putting this on Unilocal and not sharing my opinion with the stylist face to face, but this was not a training salon and I felt so uncomfortable I just wanted out of there.
I wish I had my $ 50 back… I feel like I just gave away my hard earned money. Should’ve went to super cuts…

If I had to choose three things to describe the vibe or style of this salon I would say vintage jeans, black leather and pin-​up girl red lipstick. This salon is so rocker. It has an edgy feel that is exclusive to this part of my city. I call this «Long Beach cool». The Loft is very Long Beach cool. For a day spa it has a sort of urban feel versus lovely tranquil spa salon. This works for me since I already think of myself as a rock star of sorts anyway. The hair stylists proudly display vibrant tattoos and sleeved arms while rock music plays in the salon as they busily cut, color and create for the client in their chair. It’s dope.
I visited The Loft to use a gift certificate for a spa day that included a facial, mani-​pedi and blow dry. I loved it. The staff that provided my services were professional, courteous and damn good. My mani pedi with Shamima was actually really awesome. She is very detailed and patient while she busily worked her magic on my fingers and toes. Her work station is in a private little room which is quite and relaxing vs. the usual nail salon chair and technician line up. My mani and pedi came out beautiful. At $ 40 for mani-​pedi it doesn’t cost much more than the average nail spot but the service and space is significantly better. If you’re in Long Beach– try this spot.
My hair looked great after the service too. I had my blow out with Betty. She knew how to work with my curly hair that I work so hard to smooth out…
Facial was fabulous! Products used are from a line I had never heard of called Paula’s Choice. Very good. A week later my face has cleared up significantly and it still glows.
On my way out I even impulse shopped feathers for my hair. Super cute stylist named Caesar (who had really fabulous hair) put in the turquois feathers that looked awesome against my black tresses. Fun!
I loved this spot. I have two hairdressers and neither are in Long Beach. I can securely say I have a salon in Long Beach now! I would definitely be back to The Loft for a repeat on any of the services I received. I highly recommend this salon for a really great mani-​pedi ($ 40); or a facial ($ 65). The hairdressers are fly too. Boys– maybe you should make an appointment with Caesar and see if he can hook your hair up. Homie’s hair was tight! Trust.
Have a good one beautiful ones. xo Dre

Do not be bambooz’d by kid haircut spots… go to Marco at the LOFT on Broadway. He was a stylist Gangsta for my son’s 1^st haircut… Marco is now the stylist for mi esposa (wife) & mijita (daughter). Gracias por todo Marco!
Blessings–
Hutx

This is a review about eye brow waxing, massage, and hair styling/​color correction…
I have been coming to the Loft for almost a year now and mostly because I won free eyebrow threading last June at an event they threw. I went a few times for the threading and then the girl no longer worked there. The owner, Tammy allowed me to see Shannon Marie for eyebrow waxing instead and I am so glad! Shannon Marie has been shaping my eyebrows for well over 6 months and always listens to what I want, whether I want to go thin or thick or have a higher arch. I have never been unsatisfied. I also see Shannon Marie for my Brazilian waxes and she always keeps it clean, comfortable, and as painless as possible (but let’s face it there’s a bit of pain involved no matter what!)
I’ve also seen Jason for a massage and some cupping. He is extremely knowledgable about the human body, how it functions, and how it responds to injury. I have had 3 back surgeries and never let anyone near the surgical site, but after speaking with Jason and realizing he knew what he was talking about, I allowed him to massage my entire back. He communicated well with me and made sure he did not hurt me. At that time I had unrelenting back pain for a couple of months and he helped alleviate the pain after just one visit.
Last month I decided to change my hair from dark brown to a «JLo-​esque» look. I called and made an appointment and Tammy booked me with Sonya. I showed Sonya pictures of JLo, Eva Longoria, and other pictures I found on the internet that I liked. She explained to me everything she had to do to get me there and then told me the price and asked me if that was okay. I already anticipated spending a couple hundred dollars because my hair is very long, but it was nice that she asked me before starting instead of finishing and demanding money. This poor woman worked for 5.5 hours straight on my hair! She probably got to sit down once for 5 minutes and she never complained.
I would highly recommend this salon and all of the people who have assisted me. I’ll post some pics soon.

Coming here was THE biggest mistake. I came in for a color correction. I’ll admit, I totally messed up my hair. I had orange spots and the rest was platinum. What could be worse you ask?
Well the girl who did my hair tried her best. She was really nice and I liked her. For a regular cut and color, she’s probably great. Color corrections didn’t work out so well. When I left the salon I even thought my hair was fixed. Then I saw my hair in natural light. The top is an unnatural shade of… I’m not sure what color it is actually. It was supposed to be blonde. The bottom is a mix of brown, purple, and grey tones. The top has weird orange and dark streaks. The whole thing is not a color that would ever occur in nature. Needless to say after spending 275 $, I’m not happy.
I called the salon and left a message for the owner to please call me back. She was supposed to be in this afternoon. No phone call. I called this afternoon and explained what happened to the guy working reception. He said he’d call her and they’d get back to me. An hour later I called back to see if there had been word. He said he talked to her and either she or the stylist would call me. Well if I wanted to talk to the stylist, I would have called her. I didn’t say that. I said I would like to speak to the OWNER/​Manager. I’m not interested in letting the same person have a second crack at my hair. I keep calling, but I’ve yet to get even one call back.
I hate complaining. I feel really bad on top of being bummed about the state of my jacked up hair.
Pictures to follow.
Edit: the stylist called me. She apologized and said the owner would call me. She also offered to try and fix it, but at this point thats a no. At least someone returned my phone call.

I was looking for a bit of change for my hair and was looking to get some colored extensions put in. I got referred to Celia Fadgen (
), who works at this salon, and met up with her this past Sunday for said extensions and a trim. Personable, knowledgeable, and reasonable – Celia was all of these things and I love the results. BTW, for women with dark hair who want to put in spots of intense color in their hair, these colored extensions are the way to go; no need to turn your hair into straw! I did that back in the day and vowed never to do it again. Now I have cool funky pink strands minus all the hair damage.
The Loft itself is a very nice salon (don’t know what it was like before the big makeover) – clean and stylish but not snooty. As the name implies, the chairs and stuff are all upstairs in the loft area. People were very chill and cool here and I really enjoyed my visit – I think this could be my new regular salon!

Let’s just say that in the two days following my haircut, I was told three times that I need to get my hair cut. :(Fail… :’(
Jessica was great. We talked the whole time, and I don’t hate my haircut. It’s just that it looks almost the same as before. Literally, no one can tell the difference.
The part that gets me sad is that three people apparently think my hair looks like it needs a cut and/​or style, so apparently whatever I got done doesn’t do anything for my appearance. :/