Hair Philosophy

So, I am giving a 4-​star ONLY because I know when someone is looking at the reviews they tend to skip the «5 Stars» and look for the less stars first. WELL I want to put 4 star only so people can actually stop and READ my review. (It deserves 5 star though)
I can’t stress enough on how happy I am to finally call a salon my home. I am 21 years old and I always want something new with my hair. I live in Riverside and I am SUPER picky about where I go. In the past I have tried Carlton Hair, Zarios Hair Salon, Some salons out here in Norco, and also more salons on whittier blvd in Montebello, which all ended okay, I just wouldn’t go again to any of these.
Anyways, if you are debating between two salons don’t hesitate not to choose this one. Every time I go, I walk in, and I feel so comfortable especially on the fact that I am 21 and getting a perm because my straight hair is too boring for me.
Every time I called salons to get information about perms usually they told me they were for older people. Okay, i understand, but i still wanted a perm. Calling Hair Philosophy they already made me feel comfortable through the phone and also told me about different types of perms to choose from.
ANNA ANNA ANNA is seriously amazing and will LISTEN. I went to OTHER salons (named earlier) and I said I DONT WANT TO CUT MY SPLIT ENDS OFF, I KNOW it is bad but my hair is my hair, yet they still bugged me to cut it off so I gave up and let them…& Anna asked me the other day «You have split ends do you want to cut them?» I said no… and she said «OKAY SWEETHEART ITS WHATEVER YOU WANT WITH YOUR HAIR.»
I truly believe thats how all stylist should respond! Which is why I love this place.
ALL THE WORKERS are so amazing not just one! It truly is a HOME.
If I decide to even color my hair I will trust them because I have seen others come in and leave satisfied with hair coloring.
To end this review, this is my second perm, I trust this place to the fullest, and I am happy to say I don’t have to keep searching for a salon to call home. :)

Love the place, first time.
They are very welcoming great attitude.
Love what they did to my hair, I did color and haircut, they all very nice starting from the front desk and they all are team players, they all work together is very nice to see that… You don’t really see that in a hair salon.
I highly recommend it

I just love this place Anna is wonderful has a great staff. Im so happy with the work they have done for me in my hair. I would recommend this place to anyone. They have done extreme color change on me from black to blonde and it’s great. Everything they do is wonderful make up and one last thing they do such a great job on there brazilian blow i wouldn’t change this place.

I cannot express enough how Fa-​Bu-​LOUS Anna’s (proprietor) skills are… It has been at least 10 years since I have been this happy about a cut I have received from a stylist. I have only gone to get trims because I haven’t been happy with the outcome of any other cuts or stylists.
And her assistants are just as talented as she is. My hair looks so good, my man has even commented it; and not only when i got home and he knew he should say something nice either! About a week or so after I had my hair cut, as I was getting up and I shook my hair out, he told me how good my hair looked, falling down my back.
I have also had my most recent tint touch-​up done by Anna. I was a little leery of having someone else color my hair; I have colored my own hair since a fiasco in the 80’s; but after being so happy with the cut I received from Anna, i decided to trust her to my color and I am so very glad I did! She nailed the color match!
Needless to say, I now have a new stylist whom I trust implicitly. Thank You Anna!!!

I just had my hair done at Hair Philosophy and I am very happy with my new look. Anna Soto has been my hair dresser for a very long time. I can always count on her for the perfect cut, style and color. Her prices are reasonable and she always works around my schedule. Her staff and Manager are always courteous and make you feel very comfortable. If you are looking for the perfect look give this hair salon a try and you will be happy that you did.

The majority of the stylists here are good at what they do. But the owner likes to take it upon herself and do things to your hair even when you don’t ask for it.
I went in to get low lights in my hair and I showed her a picture of the type and exactly what I wanted. She explained to me that she could do it and that it’ll look close to what I asked. I understand that not all hair types can look exactly the same as photos but it can be close. My hair came out looking black with platinum blonde streaks (mind you my hair was ash blonde) I looked like cruella devil walking out of the salon.
The owner then stated (at the end) that what I asked for would have taken ⁴⁄₅ hours and that the shop closed in 3 so she thought I would like this better. She also kept attempting to convince me that it was «modern» and that it looked good. My hair was ruined, she «let» me leave free of charge and offered to fix it but the damage had already been done. Don’t ever let the owner do your hair she has a dominating personality and will probably take it upon herself to change your hair so that it fits what her style of beauty is

Came here a couple weeks ago and loved it I made an appointment with Diana at 1 I came in just for a trim.
Finding parking isn’t that bad, the inside isn’t all that big but it’s good enough for this shop the location is awesome ^-^
I loved the shampoo they used on my hair, Diana was very friendly even though she’s young she knows what she’s doing. I was a indecisive about getting layers but she helped me made up my mind and my hair came out great: D I can see my highlights and everything in my hair and I get more compliments now ^-^
55 for the hair wash, hair cut/​trim w/​layers :)

I was/​am extremely satisfied with the services I have received at Hair Philosophy!
The first time I went was for their Summer Friday special, which was hair color, style and cut for just $ 65. Since my hair was/​is short, I didn’t want the haircut that day. So they gave me a certificate for a free cut to use whenever I was ready. No expiration date! I got my hair colored a gorgeous vibrant red color! I will be going back for my touch up soon, but I got the color done back in June and it has still maintained its vibrancy!
The next time I went was for pin up style hair and makeup. Oh. My. Goodness. I can’t say I’ve ever felt more beautiful! On top of that, the pricing was adjusted to fit my budget.
Both services were done by the incomparable Diana! She is AMAZING at what she does and she is also one of the most friendly people in the business! It is a refreshing change from a past hairstylist who just wanted me in and out of their chair. I felt so welcomed, and the fact that they keep cards with notes about each service they do for you (keeping track of the exact hair color, etc.) shows they really want you to come back.
I will be moving from Montebello to the SFV in a few months, but that won’t stop me from coming to Hair Philosophy. I have found my new regular salon as well as my stylist in Ms. Diana.

Since The first time I walked in the doors I felt at home. As a new mommy of a 19 month daughter and newlywed I don’t have much time for myself. So I decided to have time for myself. All of the staff greeted me with a warm smile and made me feel like I deserved to be pampered. I would highly recommend hair philosophy especially to all the Mommys, wifeys, sisters, nanas, full time workers and students who never give themselves time to get dolled up. This is the place and time for it.

NEVER… returning to «hair philosophy» again. If you could see my hair AND eyebrows in person you’d understand why. can’t believe they were proud to let me walk out of their salon looking the way I did. Too bad I didn’t notice it until I looked at myself closely in the mirror at home.
As soon as I came in to show them why I was unsatisfied… before I could say a word, the owner immediately saw their mistake «we should’ve done this blah blah blah…» shoulda, coulda, shhmooda!
I came in last week to do a light copper color (not my first time doing this color with my type of hair). I chose the color off one of their pallets.
When the owner showed me the pallet TODAY she tried to say I chose a different color. Ummmmmm… don’t you think Id remember what color I wanted MY HAIR to look like?
If your salon can’t do it, why not say so instead of wasting 4 hours of my life paying for something I didn’t ask for and not only that… it looks terrible! I can still see my roots, it looks like they didn’t even touch the rest of my hair except my root area. my eyebrows are 3 different colors. I had to walk around for a week looking like this and they didn’t feel the least bad about it.
Unfortunately… my girl Angie at Jay-​Zee in Lynwood was not available on this day to do my hair, I gave «hair philosophy» the benefit of the doubt and I regret it. LUCKILY… I think it’s fixable but do you really think I’m going to trust this place when they allowed me to walk out of their salon looking like this??? NOPE.
anyhow… she said they would «fix it» thanks but no thanks… I would feel more comfortable if I went to someone I trust to fix the mistake you admitted to have committed. she didn’t feel bad enough to return my hard earned money so I can fix their mistake. that’s ok… I don’t see another 5 years in their future. this place is a scam. save your time and money, don’t let them suck you into their lies.

I had such a great experience at this salon… I felt like a queen when I walked out. Anna and Diana are young talented women… I will definately be back…

I normally don’t go to a salon for a hair cut but one of my friends suggested I checked out Hair Philosophy on Whittier Blvd.
I walked in and was greeted by a nice woman. She told me a stylist would be out to come out to see what I wanted in a few minutes.
A few moments later, Desiree (sp?), came out to introduce herself, consulted me on my hair, told me it would be $ 25 for a men’s cut & shampoo/​conditioner. I appreciated her telling me up front. She did an excellent job. It was a nice clean cut, the shampoo was great, and she was really nice.
The other women seemed to be having a good time too.
Update: I’ve been here several times now and I’m not sure if they got new management or changed some things up because I didn’t see anything happening that was said in the other reviews back in 2011. Maybe because I’m a guy but I’m very happy with the results.

Went in a day after getting my hair trashed by another salon, and was saved by their awesome staff!!! Love love love the end result.

After having a bad experience at my previous hair salon that I’ve been going to for years, I decided to check out Anna at Hair Philosophy. She was referred to me by a colleague and I’m glad she did. They have a summer promotion going on, so $ 35 gets you a cut, conditioning mask, and blow dry. After weeks of being so frustrated and desperate to fix what my last stylist did, but too mad to go back, I made my appointment and was seen the same day. I really like my hair cut, the conditioner felt awesome, and I really enjoyed chatting with Anna. The rest of the staff were all friendly and nice.

UnProfessional!!!
I came in showed my hair and said i wanted highlights, they said $ 95 for everything… when i paid, they charged me $ 145.
1. Owner would come over, yell and berate Girl doing my hair, the whole time.
2. The owner said to me, that the stylist doing my hair, was doing crazy things.
3. My stylist would walk away to talk to friends, while in the middle of putting foil in my hair for highlights.
4. She put me in the dryer and went to cut a child’s hair, walked back 30 min later
and said, «Wow! It’s a good thing you wanted your highlights light, because they are light». Rushed me over to wash my hair. Left and walked back with the
owner.
5. The owner walks into the hair washing room, and says, «where is the mess up?» to the Stylist.
At that point the owner informs me that they are putting Toner in my hair (still don’t
know what that is), and walks away.
6. They said it was going to be $ 95 when i made the appointment, in person… i
handed my credit card and they charged me $ 145.
When i asked «Why?» the Stylist said it was for the Toner they put in my hair.
How does their mess up, end up costing me $ 50, and 2 hours more of my time to fix?
I paid, i had already handed her my card, and i am non-​confrontational. But really unprofessional from Beginning to END.
The worst was the yelling at the employees, while they are working on my hair.
And the lying about the price hike at the end. UNPROFESSIONAL!!!

Ive been with Ana for years! Luv her! I usually just sit n let her do what she likes. Always luv it! If not happy, shell fix! :-)

Hair Philosophy is AMAZING! great service, great job, and great hair stylist! Sara is my favorite! She has ALWAYS done a great job. I highly recommend Hair Philosphy to anyone who is unsatisfied where they are going now or want a change. Anna, the owner, is so great! super friendly and warm. She makes you feel as if you are part of the family or you have known her for quite some time.

I have been to most salons in montebello… but none compare to hair philosophy…
I was super skeptical about this place at first because it had barely opened… but in my desperation to find a GOOD hairdresser I decided to give it a shot… and boy was I swept off my feet…
I have NEVER been so happy with my hair as I am now!!!
My hair grew 3 inches in less than a month… it also has more volume. and i dont have to blow dry it to make it look nice… it does it on its own!
It has personality and it fits me.
I also loved the way my new hairdresser Amanda cut my hair.
she wasn’t rough like other girls. she was very smooth and gentle.
she was also very nice and funny! I really enjoyed getting my hair cut by her. (Now that I found her, I am never letting her go)
all the girls were also very nice! very courteous, they offered me something to drink, made sure I was comfortable while waiting, and always have smiles on which is always nice!!!
all in all I was very satisfied with this place!!! I HIGHLY recommend it!!!
I am definitely looking forward to my next appointment!

Every single star in my review is dedicated to Mandy (Amanda)– the shining star at Hair Philosophy.
I was lucky enough to get my hair cut by her angelic hands!
Haha, no but seriously.
That girl has the best hands ever.
The last time I loved my hair this much, I had gotten a 40 euro haircut in Paris… but I found better at this little Montebello Salon!
I have had a couple of months of the BEST hair days of my life.
I wash it, it dries on its own– and it’s PERFECT, it’s growing healthy and shiny… and I know that might not be because of Mandy but I’ll give her credit anyway because she’s great :)
She gave me a trim, defined my layers and just gave me a cut that fits my face and the shape of my hair perfectly!
Doesn’t hurt that she’s super sweet and nice!
Can’t recommend Mandy enough– and by extension Hair Philosophy!

I had previously gotten my hair done with Anna when she was at Mona Lisa and LOVE HER so i heard about her new spot and searched Unilocal to find her. I was oh so happy and even more so when i seen a special for a $ 75 cut and color. i called and made an appointment with Sarah.
I am really pleased with her work, got many compliments on my hair but I was charged $ 110 instead of $ 75 and I really dont know what the extra charge was for but was very very disappointed when I went up to pay i just thank God i had enough to cover it because that is a big difference.
I may try it again but still undecided.