5 Color Cowboy

This business CLOSED as of October 2015 (they will not be re-​locating). Johnny went to FAUX in Campbell as did a few other stylists. A few others went to DiModa in Willow Glen.

I just received a high quality haircut from Jose Barba a true Gentlemens Barber. He is very professional and gave me one of the best haircuts I have ever received. I highly recommend him and the whole 5 color cowboy establishment. Thanks!
Ruben

I had my hair done this past weekend at 5 Color Cowboy and I could not have been happier from A-​Z!
For starters the building itself is beautiful outside and in, very clean and uncluttered which I loved. The artwork on the walls is really great as well.
My hair was done by Steve who has been a hairdresser for the last 25 years and he definitely knows his stuff! I had my «hair painted» in an Ombré from a darker brown than my natural color to a very light blonde at the bottom. The color progression is so smooth and well placed across my head. I also had my hair cut and styled. I haven’t been this happy with my hair in a while. I have received soo many compliments! I cannot wait to see how it grows out! I already know it’s going to be wonderful!
The rest of the hairdressers there were very friendly as well. I really felt like a princess all day! I highly recommend checking it out!

Eryn Rose cancelled on me ONE HOUR before my appt. Very unprofessional. I have a job interview tomorrow morning and this left me very upset. Note, I made the appt. 4 days in advance. I don’t recommend unless you enjoy flaky people.

5 Color is amazing. A friend recommended it when I needed to change from my hairdresser/​friend who has done my hair since I was born (HA!) 20 years. First of all they were VERY accommodating with the schedule and fit me in. Johnny and his team went to work and voila I had perfectly colored hair and a trim that eased me into other styles. Johnny always listens to what you want and tries to get you there. Or if you need some ideas, he’s happy to give them. The entire staff is always friendly and professional. Seems there are many long standing clients for everyone there. They all pitch in and help as needed which is quite impressive. My niece recently visited and had Erin hi-​light and cut her hair. Another happy customer. My husband comes to the salon as well. Try it, you won’t be disappointed!

Katie is the bomb! She turns my nightmare hair into magical paradise!!! She is amazing!

Katie Keller just moved over to this spot and it is FAB! Right on The Alameda. Very hip interior. It was hopping the day I came in and every chair was full. Katie is a master and cut and color! Extensions too! Highly recommend and the prices are not astronomical either.

I live down the street from 5 Color Cowboy & I would walk by & think I need to go there, so I did. My first & second appointment was with Daniel (he has now moved closer to home), he was the best. I loved my hair cut & color every time. the first appointment was a little long, because he had to do some repair from the last person I saw. When he told me he was moving closer to home I was really sad & not sure if I was going to like the replacement. Well… I loved the replacement. Her name is Lilly and I think everyone needs to go see her. Her teacher was Daniel, so it was like I had the best of two worlds, a Lilly & a Daniel. She tells you what she is doing from start to finish. She listens to your needs, concerns & ideas. I took a picture in for a guide & came out loving my hair more than the picture. Lilly, thank you for the great job!!!

My daughter went to get her hair light brown and it is red!!! It is horrible!!! For $ 200 plus and this
does not include a cut… I always thought this was an exclusive salon… My own hair dresser made
a face at the color of her hair… really bummed for her.

So this review is way overdue… I mean really overdue. I’ve been coming to 5 Color for 8 – 9 years now. Johnny has always cut my hair, but on the rare occasion he has an emergency or is on vacation… Veronica, Jose, and Steve have filled in nicely. Johnny has always does an exceptional job, and i’m a tough one to please. As he knows I pay pretty close attention to detail.
All of the assistants over the years have done a great job, and the current hair washer extraordinaire, comedian, and all around great person, Eryn is no different.
Chloe and Christen is usually at the front desk, and always do their best to work with you to schedule an appointment.
And if you ever want to check out some of David Choe’s early work, before he got super big… there’s a huge mural that covers the whole inside of the salon. The music is always cool and diverse. There seems to be something different playing every time I come in, from hip hop to 80’s and everything in between and on either side, they got you covered.
Over the last couple of years, 5 Color Cowboy has culminated into an all in one beautification destination. If you need a hair stylist, they got you. If you need a barber, they got you. If you need a tattoo, they got you.
What i’m really trying to say is… these guys rock on every level. I love these guys. How much do I love them? I drive from San Mateo to San Jose to get a hair cut after working a 4a-​2p shift. Yeah that much. Do yourself a favor and schedule an appoint with these guys.

Katie Keller is the best stylist I’ve ever had. I was a client of hers at a previous salon and I will followed her to 5 Color Cowboy because she is so talented. She is great at interpreting what I want and really tapers to what looks best for my face. She’s friendly and professional and always has a great story to tell. Thank for the great hair Katie!

Katie Keller is a great hair stylist and very good at color! I tried her out in 2013 for a going out night for a Gatsby theme for and up-​do. You know how that goes scrambling to find someone to do your hair. After calling salons everywhere in SJ to desperately take me in Katie was the only one who said yes. It was like it was meant to be.
I could not even remember the last time I had had anything done to my hair before I saw her. Due to a horrible experience with another stylist chopping my hair off. As I arrived to get my hair done she was so welcoming and bubbly you know when you just click with someone who knows exactly what your looking for and is going to try their best to do whatever they can do to give you exactly what you want? THAT IS KATIE!
After my amazing up-​do and so many compliments I decided to go back in and give her another try. Started with some beautiful light brown highlights. Was not quite ready to cut my hair yet. I have long hair so I am very picky about it being ruined or damaged. Went back in the fall I did a red and blonde ombré look. Got my trim finally BIG step for me since you just never know when you tell someone just split ends or a specific inch if their really going to listen or just keep chopping. Anyway… Happy to say Katie is not Scissor Happy! She did exactly what needed trimming and that is all. After that I went back got a touch up but decided I did not want the red anymore. I wanted to start going lighter to eventually a light brown/​blonde. I knew that realistically what I wanted was not going to happen in one session. If you know color it takes time. Especially when you naturally have dark brown hair. We had to do a couple of toners because of the red. Just FYI we did the first toner Katie could tell right away it needed more or something else it wasn’t what I was looking for so without even questioning it she was like I’m going to put this in your hair. It come out to being a warm brown/​blonde ombré very pretty. I’m telling you this lady knows her color!
I have been very pleased with her work she does not disappoint! So excited to get my hair touched up soon at her new salon!

Just went to see my girl KATIE to get my hair done at her new location! Love her! She is amazing at keeping my hair looking healthy and fantastic! Can’t wait for my next appointment :). The new salon is awesome. keep up the good work!

Katie is the best! Does not over charge for any hair services and is easy to work with! She is very helpful with letting you know what style/​dye job is feasible/​look best with what you currently have and what you want to achieve with your hair. If you are a walk in or need a new hair stylist I highly recommend Katie!!!
I moved from SoCal to San Jose and was very skeptical or getting my hair dyed here. I have had one stylist my whole life and I started to box dye my hair when I couldn’t make the trip to socal very often anymore. I discovered Katie from a employee at a store at Santana Row while I was shopping. She had a short blonde a-​line cut and I asked who did her hair and she gave me Katie’s card. The rest is history!
Trust Katie 100% completely with my hair and I am a VERY picky person when it comes to my hair and who does it. Satisfied customer :)

I had my first appointment at 5 Color Cowboy today. I walked in a bit flustered with a botched hair cut & a need for color. I was warmly greeted and well attended to as I was escorted to the stylist station. My appointment was with Johnny, the owner, and his assistant Lily.
My hair was in great need of attention. I expressed my wishes and listened to Johnny’s input. I greatly appreciated the time he took to consider my features and skin tone before carefully selecting a color range to recommend. As I listened to him I began to realize how thoughtful & adept a stylist he is. Grateful to be with an artistic professional, I relaxed knowing I was in good hands.
Johnny and Lily explained every step along the way. I enjoyed Lilly’s relaxing touch during my shampoo/​conditioning, and during my blow dry & styling.
Great experience. I HIGHLY recommend them!!! I will return !!

Marc is my go to guy for all my hair needs.

I attempted to bleach my own hair a few months ago, which is always a bad idea if you have no idea what you’re doing. So my mother in law wanted to save my hair’s life and booked me an appointment with her stylist Thanh. It took two appointments for my hair since it was pretty damaged, so the first appointment was the color job. She gave me an amazing ombré balayage and also put life back into my hair. Also, kept good conversation during the whole process. Second visit for the haircut was even better. Came out with the desired style I wanted and she also gave me tips here and there for maintaining healthy hair. I highly recommend this place for a 3 reasons:
–awesome service from all the staff!
–very chill atmosphere.
–the beautiful murals done by David Choe (if you are into art like I am.)

Top 3 reasons you need to experience 5 Color Cowboy
1) Daniel
Amazing with cuts and is always educating me on my own hair (thick and wavy). And always respect my dollar (only sells me products I need)
2) Oribe
By far the BEST hair styling product you will ever experience and smell.
3) Atmosphere
This salon is nothing but art. From the trendy hair stylist to the ceiling. This place is one of San Jose’s gems.

Seriously 5 stars all the way. When I decided to dye my hair back to blond it had been years and I am extremely picky about who does my color & cut!
I was recommended to Veronica by a friend in which I loved how natural her hair color was and it was not that orangie or brassy color.
I ended up with perfect highlights, wonderful haircut. Veronica is completely amazing and I LOVE her work. Every time I am asked who does my color I cannot help but to rave about her work. She is truly a perfectionist in which I like!
I have also sent two other close people to Veronica & they also love their new color.

I get my hair cut by Steve and he’s fantastic. He always makes me look like a total babe, and as far as I’m concerned, we all need someone like that in our lives.
His cuts last a really long time and look great even after months. He also has great taste. You can simply ask him to cut your hair how he thinks it would like nice and you’ll walk out looking amazing.
As far as salon-​wide comments go, 5 Color has a really cool atmosphere, uses high end products, and is located in a cool part of town.