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September 2022 by Hodl Rocket
Kat is the curly hair whisperer! It’s so hard to find someone who knows how to cut curly hair. A true professional. Highly recommended!!!Service: Haircut
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April 2022 by Hollie B.
KAT WAS GREAT! So accommodating. Really made me feel at home. Her place was very calming. She was very nice and sweet. She's a perfectionist and does take her time. The end result is worth all the wait. Great place!
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June 2021 by Cindy Boyce
In the 30 yrs I’ve been getting my nails done, I’ve never experienced the level of top quality and professionalism as I have with Kat @ Kat Salon. She pays painstaking attention to detail and her techniques are always what is in the interest of her client’s nails, as opposed to what will save her time. So refreshing to find someone who does not compromise the integrity of her work for her own convenience! I only wish I’d found her sooner, but I will always be her grateful and devoted patron!!Service: Pedicures
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May 2021 by Marissa Proctor
Kat is the most humble and most talented stylist that has ever cut my hair. I've only been to her once since I don't live in California, but I am willing to fly from Texas just to have her cut my hair. She knows exactly what she's doing, and what I like most is her attention to detail. She explained to me the procedure that she takes when cutting hair: she looks at hair texture, how the hair falls naturally, face shape, and head shape. I've dealt with too many stylists who ask ME if they're cutting my hair correctly....that's not right because I'm not a hair stylist! Kat never does that, instead she takes what my vision is for my hair, and she recommends alterations to what I want based on her professional knowledge. Absolutely no one compares to Kat.
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May 2021 by Nancy Arrache
Kat is great. Kat listens to you and then gives you the perfect haircut.
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August 2019 by Josh
Meticulously the Best! Kat truly is amazing, and probably cares more about the clients hair than the client. She speaks to the Hair! The shampoo and head massage are relaxing, and she has to be the best price in Newport Beach. She goes Above & Beyond for her clients!
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June 2019 by Matt Wiens
I have never had a better haircut ...period.
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April 2019 by Matt Maiatico
Don't go in expecting a quick cut. Kat is a talented artist with amazing attention to detail. She is able to accentuate the natural flow of my hair so that it still looks good weeks and months later. She's the best!
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March 2019 by Gerry Block
Kat Salon is a true find. I have never received haircuts with greater attention to detail and technique. Kathy never rushes a cut, and recommended and executed adjustments to my style that she designed to best compliment my face--and she was spot on. I'm really happy with the results! The salon is peaceful and in an amazing location. Absolutely recommended!
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March 2019 by Ronda C.
I have waited several days to post this...previously gave Kathy at Kat Beauty Salon a five star rating with all the compliments I could. I have now removed it. Based on the following I would not give her even 1 star just based on her business ethics alone. I have been a faithful and loyal customer to Kathy for about 5 years for all services, highlights, color, Haircut, Brazilian Blowout, mani/pedi and waxing. All these years I have been coming every 5-7 wks for color, several times a year for BB and about every 3 wks for pedicure and waxing. Since the end of January my husband had been home recuperating from major surgery while staying at another residence in Riverside. I have had a lot on my plate to say the least. I recently made an appt for highlights/color. The afternoon prior, I fell and broke my right foot(which has hardware from a previous break and surgery). I was determined to make my appt, however, the morning of I was in excruciating pain and my foot was very swollen. I called Kathy and rescheduled less than a week later knowing I would receive medical treatment by then. The day prior to the next appt the person that was going to drive me had to work so I called again with over 24 hours notice and rescheduled for the following week. Again, the day prior and 24 hours notice I had to cancel again. Since I had to rely on someone else to drive me from Riverside I told her it would probably be best for me to just have someone here do root touch up and then schedule with her when we returned to Newport the following week. She said ok. I apologized profusely as I do understand her time is important. 2 hours later I received a text telling me she could no longer have me as her client because I had canceled 3 times. I guess her lack of sympathy to my extenuating circumstances got the best of her or she was influenced by another source. I texted her several times and called several times, leaving her a vm as I was very upset. Her read receipt is turned on so I could see she read my texts right away. She would not answer my phone calls nor return my calls or texts. An initial phone call, discussion, warning would have been nice just based on our time together/professional relationship. I offered to pay for her time lost even though I had never done this to her before in the entire 5 years, but, again, understand her time is important. I am just heartbroken over what has happened and still can not believe what was behind her lack of empathy to my situation and beyond my control. I considered her, not only my stylist, but my friend. This is also why I offered to pay her for my appt time lost. We all know there are 3 sides to every story. Yours, theirs and somewhere in the middle. I think I got this side pretty close. I could not control my circumstances and I am a very responsible and professional person. In this instance I feel Kathy lacked any feeling for me and lost a great client, what happened is just not good business in my opinion, but her choice. After 5 years of faithful and continued service I am just shocked she did this with no discussion whatsoever nor ill intention. I can only wish her the best and the next person all the best on one of her "off" days.
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February 2019 by Susan Gilbert
Excellent hairdresser.
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August 2018 by E&M Potel
Kat is amazing! Her attention to detail and professionalism is top-notch!
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August 2018 by Bill L.
I love coming to KAT Beauty salon in Newport Beach, California, it is a cute, relaxing and everyone is friendly Every three weeks I have my hair cut, colored and washed by my own personal stylist, Kathy Island. Kathy has been doing my hair for over fifteen years and I have always been pleased with her work.
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June 2018 by Maritza A.
I absolutely love this place! The owner is super friendly and did an amazing job on my nails. I would definitely go back again. They also offer complementary drinks and a cool environment which made it nice since it was such a hot day! Their prices are really good as well! I highly recommend this place if your looking to get your nails done.
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May 2018 by krista ummel
Kat is the best.. I live in Colorado and just came in and I have to get back!!