The Color Palette

By far… the best around! I’ve been a client for 7 years. I first came to Ambar with brittle, uneven, bleached out hair and she completely transformed it! Now my hair is healthy, manageable and spot on highlights. Ambar is up-​to-​date with techniques, styles and uses high quality products. No matter your hair texture, style or looking for something new, I would highly recommend making an appointment. She’ll provide an honest assessment of your hair and make realistic suggestions. She continually runs on schedule and her on-​line booking calendar is fantastic! It’s not unusual to have random people stop and ask where I get my hair done, I can hardly keep enough of her business cards on hand. Thanks Ambar, I LOVE my hair!!!

I’ve been a loyal customer of Ambar’s for over 10 years now, for good reason. She is the most talented hair dresser I know, especially with cut and color. She’s taken my hair from short to long, from light to dark and I always walk away from her feeling my best. She gives honest and sound advice about my hair and let’s me know what works best. I trust her completely. To top it all off she is great company to have, which is important especially if you are going to be sitting with someone for the next hour or 2. Every visit with her is filled with laughs and good times. I’ve recommended her to a number of friends who have now become her regular customers.
I moved to Arizona 2 years ago and I have not found a hair dresser to replace her and I probably won’t. I still go back to the Bay Area to get my hair cut and colored by Ambar, and I plan on scheduling more on the months and years to come.

Loved my experience. Ambar is very professional and clean. The salon is so cute. She has a vision for everyone.

After 15+ years in the industry, Ambar finally opened her own studio! Ambar has been my stylist for over 10 years. She is a true artist and keeps up with the latest styles and newest techniques. She is talented and experienced with all hair types, including wavy/​curly hair!
She has seen me through a variety of styles– shorter, longer, tried different layering methods, and seen my hair turn from straight to wavy. Every style has always been flattering and fun. I can air dry my hair without styling and it still looks great. Ambar is very meticulous and will not let you leave without looking your best!

There are few hairstylists you would travel cross-​country to visit. Ambar Parades is one of those few hairstylists! I’ve been going to Ambar for color and cuts for several years now. Although I moved back to the East Coast, I still pop over to The Bay just to visit Ambar.
Ambar can cut any long or short hairstyle. She can take you from natural blonde to beautiful brunette, and back to blonde without damaging your hair (all while making it look natural). Ambar will give you her honest opinion in consultations and she listens to what you want. She creates modern styles and stays current with color lines and techniques, as well as newer cuts. You’ll also enjoy the conversation and friendship during your visit. Go see The Bay Area’s Number One Hairstylist!

Finding a great hairdresser is always so tough, so once you find that person you can’t imagine seeing anyone else… well, this person is Ambar. I have been with her for almost 5 years now and I have never looked back. She is so knowledgable and once she is finished with your hair you leave feeling like a new person. She is willing to try out whatever you are thinking, but the great thing is she will be honest about everything. We had decided to turn my hair red, but she let me know what the exact process was. She knew my hair and how it would respond to whatever she was doing, so I knew what to expect… I loved it so much that to this day I am still a redhead.
Not only does she provide amazing hair expertise, but she takes the time to get to know me. Every time I am in her chair we start back where we left off. You can that she genuinely cares about her clients. She is bubbly, personable and extremely funny. This lady has a lot of good stories that will keep you entertained. It won’t be long before you start seeing her as your friend rather than just your hairdresser.
Ambar is such a hardworking woman and I am so proud that she is taking this next step and starting her own business. She loves her job and it’s evident in your ending result. She deserves to be her own boss and do what’s best for her.
Where ever this woman goes, I will follow her! She is the best thing that has happened to my hair. Don’t just take my word for it, you should see for yourself. You will feel transformed once leaving her chair; it’s honestly such a great feeling. If I were you, I would make an appointment immediately after reading this.

Ambar is more than an amazing hair stylist. She is an a true Artist. Ambar has an eye to see the best cut and color for your face and personality. Every Time I see her I let her do whatever she wants to my hair and I love it more every-​time. I love how she keeps up to date on all the trendy hairstyles. Ambar continues to grow through the years. She has been my hair stylist for 13 years and I love that she makes me feel beautiful and confident with everything she does to my hair. She is truly amazing ! With all her experience, up to date trends, passion, talent and perfection she has now opened her own studio to expand her clientele. Go see her you will be very happy with her services.

I discovered Ambar by noticing how good the hair looked on one of the moms in my child’s school. I tried her service about 5 years ago and have been going there ever since. Aside of doing an amazing job with color, Ambar is also great at making you feel welcome. Going to her place is like therapy. You walk out feeling good and looking good every time.

I’ve been going to Ambar for 10 years now and she is by far the BEST hairstylist I have ever been too. I had gone a quite a few hairstylists before Ambar and I was never completely satisfied with my hair. After Ambar cut my hair for the first time, was the first time I was 100% satisfied with how my hair turned out (and I’m really picky so that is saying a lot). I followed Ambar from San Jose to Palo Alto and now to San Mateo. She always knows what the new trend is and makes suggestions to me which is really helpful. She knows I’m a busy mom so she gives me a haircut and color that will maintain for months. On top of all this, she is very punctual and professional, and humble. She is always on time and gives you 100% of her attention. She is also very honest which I love about her. If you are looking for a great hairstylist, do yourself a favor and go see Ambar, you wont regret it.

I’ve been with Ambar since 2005. She is a natural talent who knows how to cut, color and style hair. Her product knowledge for the different types of hair is amazing. I appreciate her professionalism, honesty and lovely personality. She is down to earth and easy to talk with. I see Ambar every two months for my cut and color, and if I don’t need a cut, she’ll tell me. Do yourself, and your hair, a favor… Book your consultation with Ambar! I’ve already pre-​booked my appointments into February 2016! My hair as never been happier… and me too! You are FABULOUS Ambar! Highly recommended!

After moving to the peninsula ten years, I searched for the highest rated and most buzzed-​about stylist, and found Ambar. Ten years later, she still wears the crown of best stylist around! She is so knowledgeable and educated about all things hair; but also has a lot of natural talent and a great eye. I see her once a month and get a fabulous cut, all-​over color and highlights from her. She is very up-​to-​date on trends and new styles. She figures out what cut will work for your hair type, the amount of time you have to style it each day, and how much effort you want to put in to keeping it up, and will tell you what she thinks will work best. That said, she’ll never push you into a style you aren’t ready for. Ambar’s very relaxed and easy to talk to. And get this: I see her every four weeks, and in ten years of styling my hair, she’s never once made me wait for an appointment. Yep, let me repeat because this is almost unheard of: she’s always been waiting for me when I check in for my appointment! (And I’m always on time.) She’s a professional, through and through. Book with her now, before her schedule books up after everyone catches on to what a gem she is!

I HIGHLY recommend Ambar! She’s very professional & welcoming. She is the best & loves what she does. You will not be disappointed. You’re AWESOME Ambar!

Ambar is a God send to my hair !!’ She is miracle worker from what I had before few years back with my reddish pink hair! She had look at my hair .Uhmm were going to do a lot of your hair .lol it took A lot of hair care treatments that last over a year. It was sooo much worth it !! I still remember her face when she saw my hair. Hahaah love this girl ! She is always been honest to me and tell me what looks good on me .I can’t able to go anywhere. there is no one like her :) and she cuts my hair perfectly and able to grow it out .so hard to find someone who can cut Asian hair .she does it with ease and natural. I drive from San Jose to see her. cause she is worth that drive and traffic. She is the best stylist thus far ! And finally she has her own salon! Love u Ambar and my hair appreciate you very much!