Inside Salon Republic, 200 E Via Rancho Pkwy Ste 135, Escondido California 92025
Upon walking in, it was very comfortable meeting with Michelle and Manny for the first time - granted I also haven't really socialized for most of this year. They have one of the salons located inside Salon Republic. To get to Salon Republic, on google maps, it directs you the long way to get there. The quickest way would be parking in the lot between JCPenney and the food court, where there is an outside sign that says Salon Republic. Once you walk in, they are in Salon #102 which is right nearby the reception desk. Salon Republic consists of several salons/hairdressers within. They have a directory also at the front desk, and it lists all salons/others within. Restrooms are more towards the inside. The best method would be to text their number to get pricing along with making an appointment. They squeezed me in same day as I let them know I was expecting soon and was just vying for an overdue cut, and they had availability. I haven't gotten a haircut since like Nov/Dec so my hair was LONG. They were the first to listen to what it is that I wanted and not offer a bob cut. About 90% of other places have ALWAYS cut my hair shorter than I wanted, which prompted me to not go back. I got the cut I wanted along with suggestions from them - if I wanted a bit of layering/certain things before they actually did it. The hair wash was amazing - there's just something about when someone else washes your hair! They have two adorable doggies (Freyja and Boondocks) who would love to greet you if you go in. Boondocks likes to sit on your lap. They mainly slept the entire time I was there. I am slightly allergic, but was fine inside as they had two filters running at the top and they had hand sanitizer inside. I got to give Freyja a pat before leaving. So free dog therapy while getting your hair done. For services, they do coloring, highlights, balayage, non-surgical hair replacement (men), hair extensions, barber cuts, scissor cuts, clipper cuts, etc. Clipper cuts are $40 and up, scissor cuts are $50 and up. They accept venmo, cash, or card. Also I heard that Manny does curly hair very well! I am looking forward to going back, but will have to wait after baby comes out and postpartum hair loss! Which is a bummer since I feel like I actually found a hair salon that I finally feel at home with. They're in the process of updating their social medias on instagram - @salondelatorriente but they also have examples of some their work through their stylist accounts @meshellbellhair and @hairbymannyv Definitely recommend checking this place out! Also to add, you'll get to watch the movie of choice ongoing in the background. Time traveler's wife was on during my time there.