Samuel Van Hair Design

Thank you Unilocalers!
After some terrible experiences with other hair stylists in the San Diego area, I was really happy to find Sam. There is a reason why he has a perfect score on Unilocal.
1) Reasonable price: $ 45 for women’s hair cut for any length. Plus, he will wash your hair (if needed), blow dry and lightly curl your hair to look perfect! No added fees for every little service like some other crappy hair salons.
2) Great customer service: Sam usually picks up the phone or if not, he gets back to you pretty quickly for appointment times. Before he starts working on your hair, he asks you what you want done and clarifies to make sure he’s on the same page as you. He truly wants each of his clients to leave happy and satisfied.
3) Expert hair stylists and coloring. Sam truly has a gift to cut hair and does it so fast!
4) Fun and easy going: Sam’s a laid back guy and easy to talk to. He doesn’t try to sell you anything and gives great tips to maintain and style your hair.
5) Convenience of location: Sam has a chair within the Scripps Hair and Skin Gallery which a large salon with multiple stylists. The store is right off of the 15 freeway and has ample parking spots.
TIP: Sam prefers cash if possible :)

We were visiting family in SD this past weekend. I was looking to get my daughter & myself a haircut in the area. I found Sam on Unilocal,looked at all his reviews & booked an appointment. He knows Asian hair… He did a great cut on both of us. Gave great tips! Ladies with Asian hair, Sam knows his stuff. He was quick & easy to talk to. Thank you Sam!

I found my new hair stylist!!! Sam is beyond wonderful! I came in with very dull, long hair that I was completely tired of. I talked to Sam about what I was looking for, but I couldn’t really make up my mind. I showed him a couple of photos, and Sam went to work. He said, «I have something in mind.» Fabulous. I had never met Sam before this experience, but I trusted him implicitly. He cut my hair into the cutest A-​line bob. I loved it! (My friends loved it, too, and said that it took years off of my face.) Sam is very friendly and easy to talk to. He didn’t tell me what was wrong with my hair (as other stylists tend to do A LOT) but talked to me about what was right about it. He’s completely easy-​going, and his prices are very, very reasonable. I left here feeling beautiful and can’t wait to go back. Thanks, Sam!!!

Having gone to barbershops for most of my life, it was time to upgrade to a pro. I got tired of the hit or miss haircut, so I finally came in with my sister, who’s been getting her hair done by Sam for the past several years. Already I knew I came to the right person. He gave me the reasoning for certain hairstyles I wanted and how they would or wouldn’t work. It’s like he was holding a class ! Told me the differences between full fade vs taper fade vs medium fade vs undercut, and which would work for the shape of my head and face. He also got rid of that bothersome cowlick I had.
I’ll definitely be coming back.
Sam has got a repeat customer for life.

Sam is a miracle worker! After a disastrous previous experience at a barber shop that left me looking more «bowl cut» than «clean cut», I let it grow back enough for another attempt. This harrowing experience almost traumatized me enough to come driving back to the safety of my previous hairstylist who lives 200 miles away in Santa Barbara. Almost. The cost of gas requiring a second mortgage and a co-​signer made this not a viable option.
Thus, my search for a local stylist led me to Sam. For some stylists, seeing an Asian head of hair can cause anxiety, worry, maybe even confusion and dry mouth. With my hair being so straight, coarse, and thick, the difference between «great haircut» and «bowl cut porcupine» is probably millimeters in length.
Being the risk-​taking daredevil that I am, I decide to use a brand new stylist and ask him for a same-​day appointment only hours before a big date. That is a level of bro-​trust or willful ignorance that may have tempted the fates. But alas, I am happy to report that I got the freshest haircut ever, and not only that got excellent dating advice. Seriously, ask Sam to show you a picture of his fiancée, he knows what he’s talking about.
1 sentence-​summary for the lazy reader: I impressed my date with a fresh haircut and flowers because of Sam. 5-​stars.

I generally do not enjoy getting my hair cut, it’s been a long time since I’ve left a salon thinking that I would return to that stylist. I would definitely see Sam again! First, Sam is super personable and he was very easy to talk to, and that is something that is important to me in a hair stylist. I made a huge change and cut off about 9 inches of hair. I love how it turned out! My husband did not want me to cut off my long hair, but he loves the short cut too! Thanks, Sam!

Sam is really great at what he does! He really knows asian hair, too. I typically go in for a shampoo, cut with layers and side bangs, and style and I always get compliments for the way my hair looks afterwards.

Sam has been long due for a review! I’m very happy that I found Sam. He takes appointments and it’s super easy to set up. He does a good job using clippers for a good fade and has great scissor skills for the top, just what I need. It’s always a good time coming in because Sam is always up for conversation and I leave happy looking good!!!

I’ve never done anything to my hair other than cutting it. I got a balayage done by Sam and I’m in love with his work. Being in the military, we have regulations with our hair and he was very understanding of it. He was able to give me an awesome balayage while allowing me to stay within the regulations. I had gotten a haircut a few days before and I wasn’t pleased with it. Sam noticed right away and was able to fix what he could. I’ll definitely come to him when I’m due for another haircut and then also to maintain this awesome balayage!

Sam was extremely professional and detailed with his hair cut. His service level was exceptional. Definitely was satisfied with my hair cut. Will be going back and recommend to friends.

What can I say Sam is amazing at what he does ! He always makes sure you get what you want, and if you don’t know what you want its ok because he does, he will get you too fall inlove with your new hair-​do. He is also very friendly.

I’m glad a friend recommended Sam! He is a true professional using scissors, and I’ve gotten a ton of compliments, too. He is worth the price, I enjoy the way he makes me look. He is worth the drive from n. county to S.D.

I have been coming to Sam for about 5 years now. He is the best in town. He is such an incredible hairstylist. He knows what I want and like and if he thinks it won’t look good he always gives suggestions and it always come out good and I’m always happy. Always ask for Sam!

Sam did an amazing job on my hair! He makes great conversation and knows what he’s doing… I got a cut and color and I am so in love with it! Highly recommended!

I have too many salon nightmares and when I need to have my hair done, I just crossed my fingers and hope that I will find a good hairstylist that I can keep. Finally!!! I found one! I just love how Sam is very honest and gives suggestions on what works better for my hair. He also accomodated my 3 year daughter who got her second haircut. Sam even showed me some tricks on how to have curls in less than 5 minutes. I will definitely recommend him to my friends and family!

The absolute best guy to get your hair cut by! I was just in town for business and decided to get a cut because it was well needed! I was nervous to get it done by some random hair stylist but no worries here! Straight up A++ experience and I highly recommend him to everyone!

I’m very pick with my hair, but I gave Sam a chance last year, and since then I’ve been coming back. He does the haircut the way I want and like. I also brought my sister one time and she loved it. I recommend him! Very nice guy with awesome haircut skills.

Quick, painless and never disappointed.
I’ve been going to see Sam for my haircuts for… well I’ve lost track of how many years it’s been now but every time I walk in, he remembers exactly how I like my cut, I don’t even have to say a word, I say hi and sit down and let him do his magic.
There have been times when I want to try something new or different and I just tell him to go with whatever he thinks. I trust him that much and have gotten nothing but compliments every time.
I never hesitate to send friends or family his way. No matter who you are, by time you walk out of the salon, you’ll feel as though you just had a nice chat with a good friend and you look all the better for it.
He’s pretty easy to deal with on appointments. He’s busy but he’ll do everything he can to accommodate you. I usually just shoot him a text on when I’m trying to come in and he gets right back to me.
Give him a shot, you wont be disappointed.

I’ve never trusted anyone cutting my hair but saw all the good reviews about Samuel Van & decided to see what he can do with my dead hair. He trimmed my hair, cut some of it off, layered my hair & showed me how it would look curled (I told him I would like it to be at a length that i would still be able to curl my hair). I absolutely love my hair cut! He did not cut it too short, in all my experience everyone who has ever cut my hair, ALWAYS cut it way shorter than I asked and not even the way I wanted. I am extremely satisfied with my hair cut and will definitely go back! He also put nice product in the hair and informs you. I will definitely recommend him to everyone I know. Absolutely LOVE my hair cut!!! Oh a plus was how much my boyfriend lovedy hair & I heard the ladies waiting talk about how nice my hair is!
Check out the drastic difference of my hair #samuelvanhairdesign on Instagram :)
He also has a fan page on Facebook
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I’ve been coming to Sam for years and years. He has been such a wonderful hair designer and stylists. He always gives good advice for hair care, styles, colors, and cuts. Sam always uses high end products which smell fantastic and work great. He has a great sense of understanding your personality and the look that’s best for you. He knows what he’s doing.
I honestly refuse to let anyone else touch my hair. I move to New York City and I still refuse for anyone to cut my hair. I fly back every few months to catch with everyone, including Sam. I always make sure I get my hair cut before I return to the east.
He doesn’t just cut your hair either. He always styles it right after. Makes me look fantastic as always.
He is the go to man to get your hair styled, cut, colored, and more.
Sam is the man!