House of Imago

Love, love, love Shayna! My stylist of many years relocated to Northern Cal., and I was terrified to try someone new. I do a lot of color and have very thick, straight hair that can look great or awful with layers. I’ve been to Shayna a few times now and have tried something a little different each time. She is a great listener and has given me exactly what I asked for every time. My cuts grow out beautifully too. Highly recommend. My only regret is not writing this review sooner!

I have two reviews. 1.) I have been going to Meghan for at least 2 years and she is awesome, I have long hair and have had just standard cuts, demi-​gloss, and high/​low lights. she always understands the look I’m going for and does it perfectly. 2.) I have just started going to Lisa for my nails and i have never had shellac last so long. I got my nails done 3 weeks ago and have had minimal peeling, one of the best shellacs I have had. All in all this place from the outside is unassuming, but is super cute inside and everyone is very nice and welcoming! highly recommend!

This place rules. Seriously, I’ve been coming here for Meghan ever since she saved a tragic haircut two years ago, but now I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that every single person who works at House of Imago is top-​notch.
I came in today thinking I had an appointment, but it turns out I’m brilliant and accidentally cancelled it. Meghan ended up not being able to see me, but one of the other stylists, Laura Ashdown, had an opening. I liked her from the start and she did an amazing job. I am trying really hard to grow my hair out for my wedding in March, so I was really apprehensive about cutting off more than was absolutely necessary. Even without cutting very much off the length (we’re talking half an inch, TOPS), she was able to get rid of my split ends and clean up my cut. She also gave me adorable side bangs, which I am over the moon about.
It’s so comforting to know that no matter who I see, I will walk out of there feeling beautiful. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!

Liz is ONE OF A KIND! She is so sweet and has great talent. I love her in particular but also the shop! Go go go! You won’t regret it

Meghan Vance and her colleague, Erin (I feel terrible that I am not 100% sure that this is her name) did my hair, my mom’s hair and 5 bridesmaid’s hair for my wedding. It was wonderful! They were very professional in the lead up to the wedding and fit in perfectly with our crew during the day. Meghan is such an awesome person that I really appreciated spending time with her on such a special day. Its not like she was butting into our conversations or anything, just comfortable. And our hair looked great! They were able to bring everyone’s ideas to life, and our hair looked fantastic and lasted all night.
The trial that I did in advance was fun too.
I am so happy that I chose Meghan and House of Imago for this service. Meghan does my hair regularly as well, and I’ve been consistently impressed.

This place is awesome!!! I needed my hair done along with another bridesmaid, 2 junior attendants and a flower girl for my sister’s wedding. This place was referred to me by a friend and it did not disappoint. Shayna and Meghan did our hair and for all 5 of us they had us in and out in just over 2 hours. The best part is all of our hair stayed in all night through the wedding and dancing at the reception. I have never received more compliments on my hair. Thank you, ladies!

I had Shayna– a very friendly, personable, and talented individual! I left the salon incredibly satisfied with my new balayage style! I definitely recommend!

I am so lucky to have found Liz! She’s finally given me my Balayage I’ve always wanted and it’s nothing short of amazing! Liz is very detailed in her approach and best of all listens to what you want. She is also very honest and will tell you what’s best for your hair and not just what you want to hear! I’m so happy I’ve found her and look forward to many more visits with her!

Got a balayage done by Shayna, and I can honestly say that this was the first time I have ever walked out of a salon 100% happy with the results! Everyone who works there is so nice and friendly, and Shayna really made the effort to understand what I wanted with my hair. Will definitely be coming back!

I arrived with a hopeless hair situation. Shanya sprang into action with color, highlights, and a haircut that may be one of the best I have had in years. I instantly felt at home and cared for. She helped me put into words what I wanted my hair to look like. She took her time and explained the process in a way I could understand.
I have been color treating my hair for many years and I must say this experience was one of the best I have had.
The atmosphere was friendly and comfortable. I enjoyed my appointment and I am looking forward to my next one! The online scheduling is easy and convenient.

Shanya is the best! She listens to what I want, makes suggestions and always leaves me looking fabulous! Thank you Shayna, my hair is the healthiest it’s ever been.

love this place. in the neighborhood so it’s REALLY convenient, but i’d go there even if were further away.
amy mcelroy is amazing and does it all. I really like being able to schedule directly through the website.

I love House of Imago! I’ve been going to Shayna for a couple of years now and she is so fun and professional, plus I always leave happy and stylish. Her assistant Emily makes the whole experience something that I always look forward to.

I came in with dry, brassy blonde hair. Sick of my highlights and in need of a change, I decided to go with Nicole Morgan for a cut and color. Results? A sultry shade of brown and a haircut that I so desperately needed. Nicole curled my hair and made it look amazing; it also survived a good night’s sleep, and early morning gym session!

This is a really full service salon that provides hair, makeup, nails, waxing, facials, and massages. I did not know that upon booking but fairly impressed when I showed up. Décor was very simple chic.
I have had my nails done by Samantha — she’s amazing! Very affordable and terrific service.
Also had my eyebrows waxed by Amy in the back room, she is super sweet and helping me reshape after some lady over-​threaded my eyebrows.
So far, only pros. Easy to book online. Great customer service — offered drinks as I walked in the door while I waited. Great group of girls!

Love this place. Nicole is the best! She always takes her time and listens to what you are looking for. I love the location and the décor, it’s very quaint. They also use great products that protect your hair.

My daughter won a makeover contest and HOI promised to not only do a makeover for her, but also the maid of honor and mother of the bride (me). Shayna did my daughter’s highlights and cut the day before the wedding while the three of us sipped mimosas — fun! Then, she travelled up to Fallbrook the next day for the wedding and did all of our hair… I have HOI on Instagram, and Shayna posted all three of our results. You just have to see what she did. Wow! We received so many compliments all night… I can say we were all very happy with everything. Also, I must mention that my daughter and I both have really long hair. So there was a lot of extra effort involved in our styling… I will definitely consider HOI for my next cut and style!

Another great visit to Meghan! I waited way too long to get my hair done, but she repaired all the damage and gave me a great new summer look! I will not let anyone else touch my hair. Thanks Meghan :)

Man I really really wanted to like House of Imago, especially since it had such great reviews and it’s so close to my work. Unfortunately I probably won’t be back.
I purchased a Groupon for $ 27 for a Brazilian wax, which is normally $ 55. I figured this would be a great way to get a feel for the place. I booked online and noticed that it books the appointment for a full 45 minutes. I figured that was rather generous because some of the best Brazilians I’ve had have only taken between 15 – 20 minutes even at my… hairiest.
When I arrived I was greeted warmly and met Amy who was going to do my wax. She was very warm and friendly. During the waxing she did everything she could to make me feel as comfortable as possible… well almost.
I typically like the hard wax that some salons use for waxing. This is what was used here. During the waxing the first thing I noticed was that the wax was a bit too hot. It almost felt like it was burning me from time to time. More than once, Amy lost her grip ripping the wax off and had to go back an rip a second time. She apologized each time, but it still hurt and made my waxed area a bit more sensitive than it has ever been with any other Brazilian I’ve ever received. It took her 35 minutes to finish waxing and «clean up» the remaining hairs. Overall, «this was probably the longest and one of the more painful Brazilians I have received.
At the end, she asked me if there were any other hairs I could see, so that she could continue to clean me up if she needed to. I looked and there were still quite a few hairs, even a small patch of them that were clearly visible, but by this time I didn’t really want her to have to go back over a second/​third time over any areas, so I said it looked fine. Amy also commented that there were a lot of little wax bits that were stuck to my skin but that I could easily wash them off when I got home. Again, I have never experienced this, especially with the hard wax, and upon looking there was indeed quite a bit of wax that remained behind. Washing it at home was not as easy as I thought it would be and a few pieces actually pinched coming off.
Overall,
I give 1 star for the warm and friendly atmosphere, 1 star because I only paid $ 27 dollars for a service that would have cost me $ 55, and 1 final star for Amy, because I feel that if I would have communicated my concerns with her she would have tried to be even more accommodating than she already was. Unfortunately, I just sat silent and tried not to squeal.
I definitely would not pay $ 55 for this service at this particular venue and will just have to travel to my regular spot further north. I would however come back to try their nail/​hair services.

The only place I’ll go for a haircut within a 50 mile radius of home. Shayna and the staff are incredibly talented and wonderfully friendly. This is a salon and I’m a boy and it has my approval, so it’s kind of a big deal.
Rock on ladies.