Marissa Pastrana’s Balayage class at L’orea academy Soho NY city

Balayage is a more natural looking approach to foiling or highlighting

.  Balayage is a french technique which literally means to sweep.  The placement is custom to your haircut and texture and the grow out is soft and subtle allowing 8 to 12  weeks between services.

This technique is very popular among Hollywood stars like Jessica Bail , Giselle, Jennifer Aniston and this month’s Elle cover model Jessica Biel

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Vote dk hair #1 two years running!

Alist Best Salon

Here are some of the reviews from Alist-Help us win two years in a row.

 DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Carli Eitnier, Yesterday

DK Hair Salon is the greatest! My stylist is Kerry and my colorist is Larry-they are the best!!

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Dexter T, 8/19/2010

Ray is my stylist. Service is always fantastic. Friendly faces, talented stylists, the best hair products, and a gorgeous salon. The cucumber water is tasty too.

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Mary Anne Peterson, 8/9/2010

Wow! What a place! I am from northern California and ever ytime I’m in San Diego I get myhair cut there. They really treat you right. Feel like a million dollars when I leave.

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Saleigh, 8/7/2010

Amazing! Just love Ray and Larry! …for cut and color. Have been going to them for 7-8 years now. Superstar team!

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Ktaylor, 8/6/2010

Best colorist and hair stylists in SD

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: bjk, 8/1/2010

It was my first experience at DK Hair Salon and I am definitely going back again next time I need a hair cut. Ian was great; my husband and I loved the style he cut my hair in and agreed that it looks great. He was also very friendly, attentive, and thoughtful. I would recommend it to any one. Thank you Ian and DK Hair!

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Sand2874, 7/28/2010

moved here over a year ago. I had been going to the same stylist in another state for several years. I was very apprehensive about finding the right hair salon in San Diego. DK Hair put all those thoughts to rest. From the moment I met Marissa who is my colorist and Ian my fabulous stylist I knew I had made the right choice. They are both very easy and comfortable to work with. My hair looks wonderful every time I leave the shop. I highly recommend DK Hair.

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: DLB, 7/20/2010

DK Hair truly takes the time to understand what it is that YOU want, not just impose what they want to do. They never act as if they know best by overlooking what your own concerns and goals are. They help inform you on what products, tools and techniques may be damaging your hair, as well as which ones to try to reach your goals. They are friendly, helpful and professional in all areas of service. Never a wait when you have an appointment. $20 wash & blow-out’s for that special night on the town….LOVE them! Great social events throughout the year @ the salon. Facebook & Twitter deals and steals as well. :D

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: tuckerf, 7/19/2010

They are extremely knowledgable, professional and attentive – a complete experience! The staff is warm and friendly without being ingratiating and they seem to sincerely care about their clients. Alicia

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: erikaashurst, 7/16/2010

AMAZING HAIR RESULTS!

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Pcampana, 7/13/2010

Amazing stylists and colorists. They are the best. Creative, professional

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: frankieandeddie, 7/13/2010

Love Emma and her talent with color!

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Femstrenth, 7/13/2010

Brittany Graham-Armstrong is their best and most amazing colourist!

DK Hair

5 star rating5

Posted by: Pedro R., 7/13/2010

Best place to get your haircut in San Diego. The atmosphere is great and the stylists are all very nice.

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Salon Manager wanted

dk hair has been recognized by Salon Today magazine as one of the fastest growing salons in the US and voted Best Salon in San Diego by Channel 10 news Alist.

We are looking for a self motivated, enthusiastic, reliable and friendly front desk Manager.  You will be a multi tasker with the ability to work unsupervised, the position will suit a business graduate who wants to gain some excellent experience in addition to bringing new and innovative ideas and skills to our very busy front desk.

Specific requirements are:

Excellent customer service skills – you will be taking bookings in person and by

phone and scheduling our stylists and colorists and aesthetician to ensure our clients get exactly what they desire.

Computer literate (MS Word and Excel) – you will be managing our spreadsheets and controlling stock inventory, updating our social media sites and keeping our staff vacation database up to date, our client database is detailed and analysis of the data will be required.

People person – you will be the first and last face our clients will see so you must be a confident and a memorable person.

Retail experience – you will be providing our clients with all of their product needs and allocating the sales to specific staff members, you will learn the product range and become knowledgeable and informed.

You will be required to work 40 hours per week at $8-$14 per hour

A benefits package is available.

Take a look at our website http://www.dkhair.com/index.html and then send in your resume to info@dkhair.net Also we invite you to stop by the salon and fill out an application and tour our award winning salon. 3785 Sixth Ave, suite 100a, San Diego, CA 92103.

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haircut models needed!

dk hair is hosting a haircutting demonstration by renowned, L’Oreal platform stylist, David K, from Palm Beach, Florida. We are looking for 5 open-minded models for a complimentary haircut, plus $50.00 worth of haircare products. Models will be needed on June 14th, from 9am – 1pm. Please reply to David@dkhair.net with a current photo that shows your hair.

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DK HAIR NAMED TO THE SALON TODAY 200 BY SALON TODAY MAGAZINE


San Diego’s DK Hair, owned by David Valencia and Kenneth Bradshaw, recently was named to the SALON TODAY 200 by SALON TODAY magazine, a top business publication for salon and spa owners.

The magazine’s 13th annual SALON TODAY 200 issue profiled the selected salons in its January 2010 issue. The 200 salons were selected for their best business practices from applications submitted by SALON TODAY readers, who represent the 25,000 top-producing salons and spas in the country.

The magazine honored applicants in 11 different best practice categories, including Compensation and Benefits, Recruitment Training, Customer Service, Retention and Reward Programs, Advanced Education, Marketing, Technology, Environmental Sustainability, Retail Programs, Inventory Control and Sales Growth. DK Hair was honored in the following: Growth.

“Historically, the SALON TODAY 200 focused strictly on sales growth, but this year we recognized that strong business leadership requires the mastery of a number of different best business practices,” said Stacey Soble, editor-in-chief of SALON TODAY. “The salons named to the SALON TODAY 200 for 2010 not only proved they excel in one or more of these areas, they also have created rewarding environments for their staff members and standout experiences for their clients.”

For a salon to be named to the SALON TODAY 200, it had to meet the following criteria: 1) The salon or spa opened on or before January 1, 2007; 2) The salon is a provider of professional salon services including one, or more, of the following: hair care, nail care, skin care, body care or spa treatments; 3) The salon or spa generated annual service and product sales revenues of at least $250,000 per year since 2007; 4) The owner provided statistical information about his or her business and completed at least one of the Best Practice category essay sections; and 5) The applicant submitted documentation to verify financials if he or she competed in the growth category.

In the commemorative January/February 2010 issue, SALON TODAY profiled 200 individual salons, although these salons could be honored in more than one category. The 2010 SALON TODAY 200 honored 100 salons in growth; 23 in Compensation and Benefits; 25 in Recruitment and Training; 22 in Customer Service; 19 in Retention and Reward Programs; 27 in Advanced Education; 32 in Marketing; 22 in Technology; 22 in Environmental Sustainability; 24 in Retail and 30 in Inventory Control.

Salon Today is a division of Modern Salon Media, which is owned by Vance Publishing Corporation in Lincolnshire, IL.

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Dk hair Voted best salon in San Diego A list 2009

Posted by: selena916, 9/12/2009 Useful? +0 First and only salon I’ve been to in SD. I like to stick to the same people in a salon but because of some scheduling conflicts, I’ve had to see other people (which made me nervous) but every person I’ve seen there has been amazing! For cut I’ve seen: Lexi, Stephani and Kerry (most recent) and they each did such a good job! For color I’m seeing Lindsey. Seriously, I’ve brought pics with me for the color I wanted and NEVER has anyone been able to achieve it but I forgot to bring a pic with me on one of my visits with Lindsey so I vaguely explained what I wanted and she got it exactly what I wanted! Looooove DK!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Linda B., 9/5/2009 Useful? +0 The best salon I have ever been to…….I highly recommend that you go see Crystal and get Crystalized….and if you want to look younger….don’t miss an appointment with Brenda…..the bonus….the great time you will have with the entire staff while you are there.
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Sylvia G., 9/4/2009 Useful? +0 Great hair cuts and excellent customer service. Serves cucumber water! You can’t beat that!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Mariya K., 9/4/2009 Useful? +0 The best service, the best people, and the best hair style. They do the best job. Its the best place to have your hair done.
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Reggie G., 9/4/2009 Useful? +0 They are the best!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Sabrina P., 9/4/2009 Useful? +0 The have great stylists, colorists, and do an amazing job. Customer service is key and pricing is good. I have been going to this salon for over 5 years now and have never been disappointed. They are definitely the best hair salon in San Diego.
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Michele T., 9/3/2009 Useful? +0 up to date modern salon, good people, nice and Doo’s
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Petra V., 9/3/2009 Useful? +0 I have been a client of Crystal Hensons for close to a decade. I would follow her anywhere, but I’m glad she decided to share her talent at DK. The energy, ambiance and professionalism are all excellent. She has shared with me her delight in being here for the same reasons. It’s wonderful to be surrounded in talent and professionalism.
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: ckc07, 9/3/2009 Useful? +0 The most amazing talented stylists ever!!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Deborah, 9/3/2009 Useful? +0 Because they offer great services!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Annette D., 9/3/2009 Useful? +0 Fun parties and events for clients area always appreciated and DK Hair has some very good ones. But getting great highlights is why I am a client.
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Patty B., 9/2/2009 Useful? +0 David Valencia is awesome!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Amy V., 9/2/2009 Useful? +0 Very professional salon and very talented stylists!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Smileylaura, 9/2/2009 Useful? +0 Everytime you walk into the salon you feel like royalty. The staff is super friendly and very attentive to your needs and wants.
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Amber Anderson, 9/2/2009 Useful? +0 The best in town! You get treated like a star!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: kellyej, 9/2/2009 Useful? +0 Fashion forward staff that caters to individual clients.
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Nancy P., 9/2/2009 Useful? +0 I received a great new look and hair style. I have been to many upscale salons, but DK Hair is the best. Ken is fabulous!!!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Peggie C., 9/1/2009 Useful? +0 Great salon!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: jmcooper11, 9/1/2009 Useful? +0 Great people, a cool atmosphere, and no snooty attitudes!!
Flag if inappropriate Posted by: Dawn M., 9/1/2009 Useful? +0 the expertise of colorists and stylist, the prices are more than competitive, the service is friendly. crystal is an amazing colorist!
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Summer is here!

Celebrate Summer at Dk Hair!
DK Hair Evolution
Sunday July 12th, 2009
7-9 pm
join us for an evening of art, hair, people & drink
email info@DKhair.net to rsvp by july 10

We’ve also introduced The Keratin smoothing complex, by Copppolla. This service is commonly known as “Brazilllian Straightening”, a chemical-free smoothing treatment designed for clients who
love to wear their hair sleek and smooth, but struggle to work at it. This new revolutionary smoothing system infuses keratin deep into the hair cuticle, eliminating frizz and curl, leaving hair soft, shiny and luxurious. Call today to book a consultation with Ian!

Dont’ forget to pick up L’Oreal Solar Sublime when you’re in next!
UV-protect haircare technology for advanced sun protection your going to love, A must for summer!

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Spring Additions and Updates at DK

We’ve kept the month of April exciting at DK Hair. We introduced two new styling gels
from Bumble and Bumble, Bb Gel and Gellac. Both are great and long awaited additons to the styling line. Different from each other with unique and amazing capabilities for modern looks. Please ask your stylist for for details. Secondly we are Proud to bring L ‘Oreal Powerdose Treatments onto our menu of services, which will make anyones hair look and feel like a million bucks without spending a fortune, your stylist can help choose one that is best for you.

Our TTI, (Third Thusday Inspiration) class this month was great as well, being that our haircutting stylists worked closely with DK colorists to create great end results for the chosen hair models. Look for the before and after pictures for that class. They were great improvements and a lot of fun.

before and after shots


before and after shots

Our client appreciation drawings were also fun being able to reward our clients with terrific prizes. We’d like to congratulate Judith Gottlieb with a prize package of prepared meals from Dinner Studio. We’d also like to congratulate Sherry Hall with a dinner for two package at Island Prime.


Congrats Judith!

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