Allen Edwards Salon Encino

This post goes out to CHRISTOPHER at Allen Edward Salon
He is the reason why i would pay the amount they charge for a haircut because I TRUST him with my hair. WORDS can not explain how magical his hands are!!!

I showed a few reference pics of a simple men’s fade. After a few minutes of cutting, she stopped and said, «How’s that?» Although my head looked like a drunk Edward Scissorhands fought my hair, I assumed she was just allowing me to weigh in on the progress and a gave a nonchalant, «Cool.» She then whips the cape off my neck and heads toward the front to write up a bill for the $ 50+ dollar cut. I was stunned. But if she thought that uneven hackjob was ready to go, there was no way I was going to let her do more damage.
I got home and my wife looked at me like someone smashed my face with a 2×4. We did our best to clean it up and even things out with a set of clippers. A few comments over the next few days ranged from «What the hell happened to your hair,» to «Looks like someone messed up.» I should’ve known not to get the cut when I walked in to find the place almost empty in the middle of the day.
Unless I’m playing someone who fell in a woodchipper or something on TV, I won’t be back.

Went to see Chris on the recommendation of a good friends who’s hair always looks great. I went in for some subtle highlights in my brown hair and left with the most natural looking sun kissed hair. Will definitely be returning.

Christopher is amazing! If you’re looking for a trendy new look, he’s your guy! He’s young and fun and very sweet. He not only fixed my hair because someone else messed it up, I went back for the cut I originally wanted and it turned out beautiful.

Love Nina! She chopped my hair symmetrical about 4 – 5 inches and I love it! I usually regret cutting my hair this much after only a few weeks but I think I’m keeping it for a while. She was meticulous with color (I went from solid dark to almost blonde) and handled my hair with care. I’m going back soon and taking a colleague with me!

I never write reviews, but after meeting Christopher at Allen Edwards salon, I felt like I had to share my review! Christopher is an artist! He transformed my hair; both cut and color and it’s never looked better. He’s also super warm and so easy to work with. I’m pretty specific with how I like my hair, and Christopher completely delivered! If you need a hair makeover, do yourself a favor-​go see him!

I had a great haircut with Giovanni. I dramatically changed my hair and he executed it perfectly. He was very comfortable to speak with and is very funny. He listened to how u wanted my hair and checked my scalp and everything to make sure the hair would fit my head nicely. I have never been more pleased with my haircut and will definitely be seeing him again for my hair soon.

How can I give 100 stars when there are only 5 available?! :(
This review is based on Christopher at Allen Edwards. I’m not finding the right words to would describe his level of artistry! He’s simply amazing. Chris is intelligent, talented, creative, honest, and all-​around PHENOMENAL! On a spontaneous Saturday afternoon, I was lucky enough to walk in – in place of an appointment that was stuck in traffic. I am sooo thankful to have stumbled upon him and his blessed hands! I highly recommend Chris to EVERYONE & ANYONE! He’s simply THE best!

Giovanni has given me the best haircut by far since I moved to L.A. 4 years ago from the east coast. I didn’t even have to wash and blow dry my hair again when I got home which I usually have to do. He is amazing!

I came into the salon as advised by Christopher and I haven’t been this happy about my haircut since… well… ever? I’m used to the local barber shop, so when I got pampered by Christopher, it was like being apart of some secret society that gives you VIP service. And yes, it’s very true, his scalp massages are to die for. If only I could pay him to lather, rinse, and actually repeat his shampooing/​conditioning scalp massages, I would!
He even cut and colored my mom and aunt’s hair and they got compliments the moment they came out with them.
Though I’ve only received services from Christopher, while being groomed by him I also noticed that client’s of Mary’s and En-ji’s had some fabulous stylings!
Highly recommended. This is my new go to spot and nothing else compares.

My husband and I moved to the Valley seven years ago and for the first six I would alternate between schlepping to Beverly Hills to see my long-​time hair stylist and trying out new hair stylists closer to home. I had some decent haircuts but none were great enough to get me to leave my BH hairdresser. FINALLY I found Giovanni and I’ve been going to him for about a year.
I get tons of compliments on my hair color (he colors it lighter than other hairdressers) and cut. Absolutely the best hairdresser I’ve had (even better than my beloved BH one and definitely better than the many many I tried out in the area), PLUS he’s an all around fun, cool, nice guy.
As an aside, the salon itself is great. Nice receptionist, also love Mary (for eye brows) and it’s an added bonus that there’s a Coffee Bean a few doors down… and a parking lot!
Totally love this place!

Got my hair done by Giovanni. Turned out to be absolutely disgusting and I’m completely dissatisfied. Showed him a picture of medium brown hair with blended highlights and turned my hair JET BLACK with bright blonde «tiger stripe» highlights that do not blend and looked absolutely hideous. I expected a refund since he charged me $ 450 and he did not give me one. When I expressed that I was not satisfied he was being extremely rude. Not worth the money I paid… extremely overpriced and hair does not look like it was done professionally at all. Never going back again.

Highly recommend! I had Christopher and he was wonderful! He took the time to discuss my hair history, what I was looking for and gave his input without being pushy, like some stylists I’ve had in the past. At the end I had a great new cut that was flattering and easy to manage (a huge plus for me as I tend to be pretty laid back when it comes to my hair). It was great to find a place like this so close to where I live and with absolutely fabulous and bubbly people. I will definitely be back!

I just recently moved back to LA after having been gone for a few years. As the time approached to get a haircut I found this salon on Unilocal and decided to give it a shot. Out of the reviews it seemed like Giovanni stood out the most so I scheduled an appointment with him. I am happy to say that all of the positive reviews of Giovanni and this salon are true. This hair salon has really professional and friendly staff. The salon itself is very clean and has a wonderful atmosphere. I really enjoyed getting my haircut here.
Now about Giovanni. The most important thing for me was that I get a good haircut that I am happy with, I got a lot more than that. Gio is a master of his craft. He listened and heard what I wanted and improved it. He knew exactly what to do and executed it with perfection. It was an experience on its own just to watch his technique. Every blade or pair of scissors that came out of his toolkit were used with a unique purpose. I am beyond happy with my haircut and in truth it is the best one I have ever gotten. Gio really does approach your hair as «your hair» not just hair. Furthermore he is very easy to have a conversation with and has a good sense of humor. My mother got a haircut with him right after and could say only positive things as well. Both of us are really happy with our haircuts and will definitely be back. Thank you Gio!

I made an appt to see Chris at Allen Ed Encino, I was nervous making a big change, cutting nearly 14 inches and doing a chic asymmetrical bob. I’m completely in love with my new look I feel so sexy and would reccommend everyone that wants any kind style delivered exactly how you imagine

This review is for Christopher, my go-​to hair master!
Chris’s talent comes from his ability to know exactly what to do with each client. I can go in and let him be in charge of a new look, or I can be very specific in what I want and I get it! He truly has an innate skill with hair.
His haircuts are always meticulous and leave me feeling so cleaned up! At the same time, he’s wonderful about not cutting too much, as I’m trying to grow out my hair. Chris is able to achieve this through dry haircuts, something that not all hairstylists are comfortable doing. But Chris is!
I’m new to color, but Chris has been great about slowly adding more to my hair (balayage/​highlights). He gets me at that level where the color is noticeable, but still natural! I’ve gotten several compliments already in the past two weeks.
One of my favorite moments when Chris does my hair is during the shampoo. His massages are to die for! Leaves me so relaxed and de-​stressed.
Although I mentioned I’m growing out my hair now, Chris was also the one to cut my hair into a chic bob a while back. And I must say, it was amazing! The cut always suited my hair type and facial structure. And I always got loads of compliments!
I will upload pics of his masterpieces soon, but need I say more?! Chris is the best!

I went to see Christopher today and he is just amazing. He took his time to style my hair and deep conditioned my much needed dry hair. Definitely coming back and I am so grateful for finding this place. I swear I was a completely different person on my way out.

Amazing hair by Giovanni is what this place is all about!
I had my roots done, threw in some highlights and then a bit of a trim to bring it all home.
Yeah, I look so ready for trouble now thanks to Giovanni.
I entered the salon with my hair looking its age… and I was close behind. I left with my hair and soul looking a good 10 years younger.
Giovanni’s conversation on anything from how to grow tomatoes to how his blend of toner beats all toners will keep your head spinning. He knows a lot about a lot and he’s easy on the eyes too.
If you’re a woman or a gay dude you’ll enjoy your time with Giovanni for plenty of reasons. If you’re a straight dude you’ll find his masculinity trumps yours but don’t fear his gun show, he’s just there to cut your hair… and cut it with a killer smile.

Jiovan — King of Blondes. After some horrible experience with previous hairstylists, I almost gave up on being blonde:(Also had some sever reactions to bleach). Jiovan gave my hair a brand new better life. Surprisingly no allergic reaction what so ever. Caring, professional, loves what he does, fun, exciting, amazing, gentle on hair. Keeping my platinum blonde. Cant speak enough of how beautiful it looks now. Very happy! Great job!. !

I have been going to David for color for about a year now and the compliments NEVER stop! My hair has never felt so full and healthy! I even went from jet black to red!!! I can’t recommend him enough!
Great salon
David is excellent and knows what he is doing!
You can even get Coffee and lunch delivered while your getting your hair done!
Superstar treatment!