The Elegant Touch

Way under priced. Hua must be the best kept secret in San Leandro, She puts tremendous care into my hair every time she cuts it. I’ve never been complimented on my hair like I have since she’s been cutting my hair. I should probably give her a terrible review so it won’t be hard to get appointments with her but she deserves exceptional praise.

Yes or yes? I’m a 25 year old man and was sick of going to barber shops in San Lorenzo/​San Leandro who only knew how to cut tapers and fades. Scheduled an appt with Wa, showed her what I wanted and she cut it perfect in 30 min. #skillz

This is my backup option for getting a haircut in San Leandro. I still go somewhere else most of the time, but that place has limited hours (closes before I get off work, closes early on Saturday, closed Sunday). Since this place is open more hours than my usual place, I come here whenever my other place is unavailable.
In general, the people who work here are a little slower. Since I have short hair, most of the time my haircuts would only take about ten minutes. This place takes about 15 – 20 minutes to do the same job, but they’re a little more detailed oriented here. Other than that, great service and good alternative place for me to get the job done.

My son and I have only used Hwa. I’ve been a customer for about 4 years and my 13 year old has recently tagged along and become a fan. She’s takes her time and is meticulous about getting your style just right. Friendly service with always a gentle smile. Great price as well.
Advice is to set an appointment rather than walk-​in. However, she tends to run behind schedule often, but I guess that’s part of the salon business.

ALWAYS ASK FOR ANN! I am a 39 year old male with straight short kind of spikey hair. My Mother owned her own beauty salon in Mexico. She thought me how to cut my own hair. I have cut my own hair for 23 years because of how picky and a perfectionist I am. I was in a hurry and running out of time one day and on my way to a special occasion.
I always passed by Elegant Touch on my way home from work. So I gave it a try and dropped in. That’s when I met Ann. She understood exactly what I wanted and did an awesome job! I high recommend this place.
Ann Reminded me how good it feels to get a hair cut by someone. I’m going to go their from now on since I moved here.
Their price is very reasonable and she deserves to be tipped very well

Always get a great mens haircut here for about half the price of a high scale salon. Great service always busy so it helps to make an appointment!

I’m so glad that I found this place. Now I don’t have to drive to Alameda or Berkeley for a nice, affordable hair cut. Men’s hair cut is $ 13, and it took only about 15 – 20 minutes. There are 3 chairs, and the stylists get around to you pretty quick. There is a large parking lot in the back, making it super convenient to swing by.

I had a great experience, although it started out a little odd. I just can’t grasp how a business owner who opens at 10 and knows (!) there is a customer scheduled at 10, can casually stroll in at 10:15 and act like it’s not a big deal. She then looked at me like I was unreasonable in requesting that she would call my stylist who was going on 30 minutes late. She called me «anxious» on the phone right in front of me. I mean, I am usually up for a good joke…
My stylist was Tanya and I enjoyed talking to her and she did a good job. If she can sometimes manage to be on time I will keep her forever. Oh, the prices in this place are outrageous! As in cheap! I did not expect to pay only 85 for highlight, cut and style in California. I paid way more in Small Town, Tennessee at a similar salon.

I went in, spur of the moment, and had a very good experience. The only reason I am giving 3 stars is after 3 weeks my cut looks a little funky. My big test for a haircut is whether it is still looking good as it grows out. The stylist used texturizing shears to add the layers I asked for. It looked okay at first but not so hot over time.

They make the whole family look good. My wife gets the cut and color and the kids get good looking haircuts cheap!

Best haircut I received since I moved to the Bay Area! I live in Oakland, and it was worth the drive to San Leandro to get my hair cut. I was a walk-​in and they were able to take me in, without a problem. Next time, however, I will call in and make an appointment. The person that cut my hair was Tanya, who has a very pleasant personality and is very sweet, and gave me the BEST haircut I have received since I have been out here. Mens haircut was only $ 12, and I tipped her $ 8 because she did an awesome job. I will be going back there again!

Because I can be really particular about my haircuts, I’m always specific about what I want and Hoa does it well. I always call ahead of time to avoid the wait. Great price, great quality.

Just finished what I believe to be my fifth or sixth time there. Nothing mind-​blowingly great about the place, though for a small local establishment it’s exactly what you could expect and desire and I have left satisfied each time.
–very small location with tight quarters
–decently long wait times (25+ minutes on average) if you intend to walk in
–very kind all female staff
–inexpensive ($ 12, w/​o tip)
–small local business

Hua gives a good haircut for incredibly cheap ($ 12, but if you don’t add on an $ 8 tip, you’re just being a cheap bastard).
Four stars since I can get a better haircut at many salons for $ 50 and up, but I’d rather pocket the $ 30 and «settle» for the good haircut.

Been here a couple of times; this last time I went, the hair dresser made me look so sexy it’s ridiculous. Way sexier than all the other places I’ve been to.
–Their English is not amazing but they seemed to understand what I wanted.
Price: $ 12 for men’s haircut
Nice meter: Fairly nice :)

I have been going to Elegant Touch for many years. I usually ask Hua to do my hair, but I have also used Cecilia when Hua is out or busy. They are both fantastic. I have to ask for what I want and while the cut is happening, I make occasional comments about shorter here or more layered there, and they are ALWAYS responsive and obliging. My daughter has very curly hair and is thrilled with the service she received from them as well. She has been getting highlights done for the last year or so and everyone raves about how beautiful she looks. I saw the comments about how it is difficult to get a walk-​in cut, but honestly, the best thing to do is call up and ask what a good time is. I can usually get in on the same day or the next, which I figure is pretty good.
The shop is small, basic and cheerful. The prices are lower than anywhere else, so I always try to tip really generously.

The price can’t be beat and they have always done a good job cutting my hair. From what I have seen, they are great at giving haircuts to kids.
On their window, it says that walk-​ups are welcome. I have only had one time where they were able to take me as a walk-​up. Every other time, they told me that they didn’t have any one available and I would have to make an appointment.

I GET A 20 DOLLAR HAIR CUT HERE, AND THAT’S WHY I COME BACK
I tried «The Elegant Touch» two years ago and I was happy the first day and things haven’t changed a bit, except that they’re getting more popular, and it’s getting harder to just walk in and get a hair cut, so I now call in and when nessessary, make an appointment. Hua (Hwa: flower) cuts my hair for me and she’s very accomidating. I have had two others cut my hair there too, and they’re are also very good, but Hua knows exactly how I like it and, (being a fuddy-​duddy) I prefer Hwa just so I don’t have to explain over again to someone new.
Before «The Elegant Touch», I lost my previous hair stylist (that I had for over 10 years), and it was a pain looking for a new one that I liked. It takes time to find the right one and (usually) after you find one you have to train them on how to cut your hair the way you like it. So, it usually take more than one visit to be content with one person, but Hua got it right the first time, after I explained. My father cut hair for over 40 years, so I know about hair and both sides of the chair.
If your not happy with one person in the shop, then try another one (don’t throw out the baby with the bath water –so to speak). And if your continually not happy with hair cutters, then maybe the problem is your not braking in yours properly, and you’re having to go to the next and the next. .. — I’m just saying!
I’m charged 12 dollars for a 20 dollar hair cut, and I tip 3 to 8 dollars each time. And when I’m nice, they’re nice back. You get what you pay for, wheather with kindness or money!

Tanya cuts my hair. She does a great job and the price is low. The only time I had a better cut was when I was paying 3 times the cost. The cut was only slightly better, definitely not worth the cost difference. Tanya is very friendly. I was referred to her by a friend who has since moved out of state. Tanya always makes a point of asking about her.
I’m currently hosting a woman from England. She’s been away from home for two months and probably won’t be back for another two so she wanted to get her highlights done. She was concerned about going to an unknown person because she is very specific in what she wants. She was happy with the job Tanya did and the price was very reasonable.

After my hair finally grew pass shoulders length, I decided to get it styled with layers and side swept bangs. I stopped by the Elegant Touch – after driving past it several times before – and parked in their convenient back parking lot. As I walk into the salon, the ambience relayed nothing but positive vibes.
Hoa was my stylist and did a great job. She seemed to know exactly what I wanted, even though I obviously struggled to explain my ideal haircut. The wait was not very long and I walked away loving my new fresh hairdo. I couldn’t help but to look at my reflection on the car windows as I walked through the parking lot. Loving the new look, I felt rejuvenated and a huge burden lifted off my shoulders.
The Elegant Touch is a great hair salon and I look forward to returning once my hair becomes unmanageable again.