Carlton Hair

I went in last week to get a gray/​silver hair look and I left super content: I love how my hair turned out, how comfortable the experience was, and how professional my stylist was. I made an appointment with Morgan, and we quickly got to work on what I had envisioned. Morgan gave me advice on how to keep my hair looking its best and made the time fly by. Thank you Morgan, and staff, for all your help!

Oh my freaking gosh. if you want to be spoiled this is the place for you. It makes sense why they were booked when I walked in the other day.
The receptionist greets you and offers you a drink. My barber was Thomas. The guy definitely knows what he is doing. His technique and style have precision. He stops and asks if you want anything adjusted and fixes your hair accordingly. Beyond satisfied.
Also 15% discount for students. You definitely get what you pay for over here.
It’s a shame that I found out about this place the day I’m leaving SD. I’ll be back if I’m ever in town :)

Waited 15 minutes and there were 2 receptionists and 0 people cutting hair. Not sure who they were answering phones for! $ 38 for a men’s haircut is a ripoff anyway.

Don’t like the shop being all windows. Embarrassing to have foils in your hair with everyone walking by

Ana is super experience and professional. She got the my messed up hair got it right the way I wanted in first try. Great service and perfect environment.

One star and that’s being generous.
Sadly Regina butchered my mom’s hair. My mom has a long bob so we just wanted a trim with a little graduation in the back but it was no where what my mom wanted. Regina chopped the back part off but kept the front long but it was TWO different hair cuts on one head! My mom was devastated like she was crying.
What’s annoying was Regina wasn’t communicating with my mom at all she went in and went scissor happy! She texturized the hell out of my moms hair which was one thing my mom said specifically not to do! As a hair dresser myself I understand that we want to express our artistic side but we also have to make sure we do what the client wants. My mom was constantly telling her how to flat iron her hair since it’s so curly but she wanted to do her own thing, not good.
At the end she didn’t seem so unapologetic at all, she gave my mom a few samples making it seem like that was going to fix the horrible damage she’s done. For $ 49 is was not worth it at all especially when I had to restyle my moms hair when we got back to the hotel which took another hour!

Ana is the best! I first saw her a couple months ago for a drastic haircut. My hair was skimming the top of my butt, and had been that length for at least 5 years. Out of the blue, I wanted a change and I wanted to chop it off asap! I was having lunch with a friend in La Jolla and Unilocaled salons. This place had gold reviews and was close by so I decided to go for it.
I was a walk in and immediately got matched up with Ana. From my first encounter with her, I could just tell she got exactly what I wanted to do with my hair. I chopped off over a foot and a half and could not have been happier with the results! All women can agree that finding a hair stylistwho understands what you want and can actually deliver is like finding a needle in a haystack! I definitely found my gem :) I loved her hair magic so much, I went in yesterday for an ombré and walked out a new (and improved) woman! Thank you Ana! If you’re lucking for a highly skilled and knowledgeable stylist who you feel comfortable talking with definitely see Ana!

I walked in the salon today to check the availability and prices and I was greeted by a big, empty desk; no receptionist, no «Be Right Back» sign, no bell. I left and walked around a couple minutes before returning and there was still no one up front. There were 2 hairdressers working and a woman with her back to the salon; could this be the elusive receptionist? One hairdresser definitely saw me but did not ask if he could help me or make any effort to get the girl’s attention. I only waited a few minutes because it is ridiculous to me to not have a receptionist.
While I was waiting I did have time to peruse the services and prices. If you are interested, they offer most services with either a Stylist, Senior, Master or Mentor.

Very happy with my stylist Vy at Carlton Hair. Her cuts are so good that even as my hair grew out to longer lengths, it still looked good! Now that’s a talented hair stylist.
Looking forward to my next visit.

I followed my stylist, Abe, here from a different Carlton Hair. He’s been cutting and styling my hair for atleast 10 years. He listens to what his clients want and he doesn’t get cut happy. Since I’ve been going to him for so long, he knows how I like my hair. If I say, my hair is to0 heavy and it feels «blah» he knows to chop it, layer it, and keep the length.

I have never been in a hair-​relationship with someone for longer than a couple months until I met Vy! I have been going to her for around a year. She and I have been on multiple hair journeys – long layers, subtle highlights, subtle ombré, high-​contrast ombré, mid-​lengh haircut, you name it – and each time I came in, she was consistently amazing. She really listens to what you want and is extremely accommodating. She makes sure that you like the final look before walking out the door. I remember once that the salon was closing, but she continued to tone my hair until it was the perfect sandy blonde/​beige color that we were trying to achieve. She is truly a talented and detail-​oriented hairstylist who is great at both cut and color. If you are in San Diego, book an appointment with Vy at Carlton Hair! You will not be disappointed.

Love it! Got my hair cut by Vy she was very good at adding some causal layers to my hair and making my hair look fuller. She was also very helpful with suggesting products which turned out to work great with helping my hair hold curls and volume.
The staff was also very courteous and on top of running the salon. My visit was a walk in and they were able to help me get an appointment within an hour.

I had an appointment for today at 4:15. This would have been my third visit. Up until today I was extremely happy with the salon. I showed up for my appointment and the girl working at the front desk was not very friendly. The girl that’s been working every other time I came in was very nice and helpful! There was a man waiting who was sitting across all three of the seats, so I stood there waiting. And waiting. And waiting. Finally at 4:30 I asked the girl at the front if she knew about how much longer. She barely paid attention to me and just said that she would let my stylist know I was waiting. There was hardly anyone else in the salon so I don’t know why there was such a delay. At 4:40 I finally told her I was going to have to reschedule and she still made no effort to rectify the situation.
My sister’s wedding is on Friday and I don’t have time to look for another appointment to get my roots touched up. I am really disappointed. I thought Carlton was going to be a permanent home for me. Sadly today they lost a customer.

i forgot the name of my hairstylist (i lost the business card that she gave me) but my first time having a haircut with her is amazing! she made my hair beautiful, knows what I want, listens to me and she cut/​style my hair based on my personality and not on her idea. It was expensive compared to other salon but it was worth it! I am planning to color my hair and definitely I will go here again. Clean, good ambiance… i am a Nursing student who is stressed out but this salon made my day beautiful…

Vy is the best hair person I have ever been to. She is obviously talented, detail oriented and cares about what she does.
I have been there 5 times and every time i go she works miracles. My hair is not easy but she gets it right.
I am grateful to have found her and won’t let anyone else do my hair
Call for an appointment and see what I mean!

Coming in for a visit at this salon is always a pleasant experience. It is always clean & well organized, the employees are friendly, and Brittney does a fantastic job & is quick and professional. As another Unilocaler previously said «it’s like visiting a really good friend.»
When I started coming here over a year and a half ago, I was a natural brunette who wanted to go blonde. Brittney worked her magic on me and since then I have been singing her praises to anyone who will listen! I am always amazed with how great my hair looks and feels when I leave. Brittney does a great job at giving me exactly what I ask for and I appreciate getting her insight as I trust she knows way more about hair than I do.
Last year, while I was pregnant, I would come in for highlights (with my Physician’s stamp of approval of course. Actually, he would frequently compliment me on my hair, now that I think about it.) and Brittney was patient with me and wonderful at accommodating me as I got further along in my pregnancy and couldn’t sit still for long stretches of time. I really appreciated her working with me and making sure I was comfortable.
I would certainly recommend this salon to anyone looking for a great hairstylist and a wonderful experience.

Amazing work done here!
Ask for Melissa. She gave me a whole new look that suited me best. My hair has never felt so healthy and looked so natural. It all blends together beautifully. Definitely wasn’t disappointed. Can’t wait to go out and show it off!

After complaining about my recent visit to my (now former) stylist, a co-​worker recommended I try Nikki. She told me Nikki was the store manager and was exceptional at doing color.
I’ll admit I was hesitant and judge-​y about chain hair salons. I had assumed (incorrectly) that they were job mills for recently graduated and inexperienced cosmetologists. I can assure you that this is not the case for Carlton UTC. I have been a frequent client for a year and a half now and I have never left the salon disappointed. Whether its a cut and color, blow out or a treatment, the service is always top notch and I leave feeling glamorous.
The salon is always clean. Products are always well stocked and tidy. Everyone from the front desk to the other stylists are friendly and welcoming. There is none of that nasty salon attitude here! AND they serve mimosas on the weekends. Win Win!

This is my second time reviewing Carlton and I wish I could give this review 6 stars instead of 5!
My friend and I (foolishly) decided to bleach my dirty blonde hair to a white blonde shade. BAD MISTAKE. I looked like a martian!
Called in to Carlton and was able to walk in 30 minutes later. I hadn’t specified a stylist so I was assigned to Alyssa. Not only did she make me feel COMPLETELY at ease about the outcome of the mess I had created, she was incredibly competent, efficient, and very pleasant company. She turned my disaster into the best hair color I’ve ever had — and all for a truly affordable price. I’d recommend her to anyone and I won’t be getting color from anyone other than her as long as I’m living in San Diego!

Dont waste your time with Vee. My hairdresser Melisa left the store and I was recommended to use Vee. My highlights were terrible and far from what I discussed and wanted. I had to come again so she can redo them and she still did terrible job. The girl is inexperienced and doesnt know what she is doing. I ended up going home, buying a kit and doing highlights miself with a help of my friend.
I will not go back to this place and I was so disappointed.