Shell Beach Salon and Spa

Very sad to have to say this was a terrible disappointment. Let me start by saying I was excited to try this place out. A nice Salon in Shell Beach that advertises expertise stylists. What can go wrong? Apparently a lot can go wrong. First off I got a stylist that only worked there 1 day a week that has only been doing hair for a year. Who knew? I did not know until well into my hair appointment. I have highlighted blonde long naturally curly hair. I walked out looking like I had a mullet with fuzzy blonde hair hair on the sides and a brown short mess on top. This stylist cut my hair all the way across the top of my head and in front SO SO short that not even a hair straightener could fix this. I had to travel to the bay area and spend $ 600 just to not be completely humiliated. She did not give me a bad hair cut. She completely ruined my hair. My hair is to my waist. Due to the damage I have to do with a straightener just to get through each day, the front and top will never grow back to the way it was. I’m not quite sure yet how to handle this yet but my hair has been ruined so I think I have a right to investigate my options. Isn’t it hair 101 to know not to shop off curly hair on top near the scalp? Just saying! I would also like to add that she didn’t even have the hair on top angle down. She cut it shorter on top than the bangs! What? Who does that? Gurrrr I really want to post photo’s just to show but I can’t figure out how to do that here. :(

Yesterday evening I had an appointment with TODD to have my hair cut and styled. He has been cutting my hair for awhile and it has always been amazing but… yesterday he nailed it.
I brought in a picture and after evaluating it and making suggestions he proceeded to give me exactly what I wanted. My hair is very thick and he has the best suggestions for styling and maintenance of anyone I have ever seen. I appreciate your talent Todd.
TODD takes care of my hair and KELLY cares for my face. I love this salon and spa!

I love going here so much, I drive all the way from Oakland, CA to get my hair done by Todd. And have been for years. He does the best color ever. And more than it being just a hair salon, it’s like a social affair every time I go there. I love hanging out here with the guys. Todd and Gabriel came down to Santa Barbara to do my hair and the hair of my bridesmaids for my wedding. We all looked fantastic and it was so much fun having my favorite guys there helping us get ready. Love them!

Just had my nails and toes done by Kenny Chau at Shell Beach Salon. He is the best!!! Highly recommend him! He is an artist and a professional!

Madison is great. I finally found someone who cuts my hair the way i like it. I tried lots of salons and finally found Madison. I get my facials here by Kelley. She is great as well.

Kenny is AMAZING!!! I came in for a microdermabrasion with Beth (which was phenomenal) and had some extra time and even though it was closing Kenny took me in right away for a mani-​pedi :) Kenny is a delightful conversationalist and incredibly creative nail artist! I asked him for suggestions and he expertly tailored a perfect manicure and pedicure for my nail and personality type. I love my nails and will definitely be coming back to see both Kenny and Beth!
Beth is AWESOME! Beth’s microdermabrasion/​facial was relaxing, informative, effective and all around wonderful. I’m preparing for my wedding and Beth’s expertise has filled me with confidence that my face and stress level will be picture perfect for my big day! Beth was funny, kind and she even helped me with my skin care régime! Will be coming back to see her on a regular basis!
This dynamic duo is helping me put my best foot, hand and cheek forward!

I love this quaint salon in Shell Beach. They offer attention to detail in a warm environment. I feel like I’m their only client while being pampered. Kelley goes above and beyond to make me comfortable and happy with my results. She communicates well for every appointment. Kelley is a true professional and her services are exemplary. I highly recommend Kelley and this Shell Beach Salon!

Oh man, if you want a good. Haircut go see Madison !!. She has always wanted to be a stylist, and it shows. Let her give you a style u want. And she has such a wonderful personality. You wont be disappointed.

Do NOT get a Brazilian from Beth!
I chose this place because of a Groupon, but if they offered me a free Brazilian for my sufferings, I would readily decline.
This was probably the 6^th or 7^th time I got a Brazilian and the 4^th time I got it done w/​hard/​non-​strip wax. Beth insisted that the pain was because of the type of wax and the type of hair I had, even though I had used that wax before (and preferred it). I had to ask if it was soluble in some solution because I couldn’t take her ripping off another strip. The worst part was her trying to grip the strip, about 4 or 5 times before she was actually able to pull it. I literally had to look down because I thought patches of skin were missing.
Ordinarily, I have a pretty high pain tolerance and never squirm when getting waxed down there, but it became so unbearable that I was about to get up and leave, but she convinced me to stay because I only had two strips left. She is a nice lady, but her technique for waxing is all wrong.
If you go to her for a wax, be warned that it will be 5x more painful than a regular Brazilian. I would normally rate them about a 5 or 6 but hers was easily a 10 on the pain scale. I really felt like my skin was being torn from my body. Sorry Beth, but I know my body and the pain that I experienced far surpassed what anyone should feel for a Brazilian.

OMG My girlfriend and her husband came up to visit this weekend and she and I decided to go get facials. We went to Shell Beach Salon and Spa, Beth General was our esthetician. She went first and had the aroma therapy facial she came out looking like one very relaxed woman… I went second and had the same facial, which also included a fabulous neck and shoulder massage and hand and foot massage, it was one of the best facials I have ever head. my skin looks and smells wonderful. We went over to Rooster Creek for a glass of wine. the waitress kept saying we smelled so good. must have been the wonderful creams she used on us. thank you Beth for the wonderful few hrs, we both loved it.

Had a really bad haircut from another salon. Took it to sam volpe for help. He was very concerned that i was happy with his haircut and i was. Lots of compliments on it since. Sam is a very nice, funny guy and i enjoyed my time with him.

For years I’ve been coloring my own hair, trimming my bangs, getting cheap haircuts, and I thought that my hair looked okay. Due to recent surgery, not only was unable to color my hair for two months, but I had a horrid-​looking scar next to my ear.
I made an appointment with Sam Volpe hoping that he could color two inches of roots and either cut my hair or move it around to cover my scars.
What I received was a total Hair Transformation! Even now I can’t stop touching my hair. Sam changed the color slightly, but now it gleams in the light. He added long layers so now my hair bounces whenever I move my head, and my scars are always covered. Sam introduced me to some hair care products (which I went out and purchased) that work ALOT better than what I’ve been using to combat the frizz that coastal living does to my hair.
All in all, I’d say that Sam Volpe is the best thing for hair since Conditioner.

I have been seeing Beth for facials. She is excellent. Takes a lot if time to really evaluate your needs and even called to check in on my treatments afterward. She seems knowledgable, friendly, and not overly priced if you go regularly. I am very happy. I also have enjoyed some massages from Jessica!

When you have reached perfection, there is no need to go any further. I have been getting facials from Kelly for one year and I no longer have whiteheads on my forehead or along my hairline. I also have Kelly do hot wax treatments on my chin, upper lip and clean up my eyebrows. I use her beauty product line to maintain her work and believe I look so much younger since beginning my treatments with Kelly at Shell Beach Salon and Spa. My friends say I look absolutely radiant.

Walk-​ins not so welcome.
Though the women working the front desk was very sweet, her male co-​worker was rude. When she asked if he was available to cut a little girl’s hair, his response was «oh that’s just what I want to do», as if we weren’t standing in hearing distance. She then came back to us and said nobody’s available today. Of course I completely understand they have standing appointments, but one does not need to be rude to potential customers. Even though we live in Shell Beach and would love to support our neighboring businesses, we will be going elsewhere.

Sam Volpe is the one and only you want to see to get your hair needs done. He always does a great job, we talk about anything and everything and he gives me tips to maintain my hair until next time. I will never go anywhere else.

I went to this spa for for the very first time a few days ago to get a Brazillian Blowout from Sam Volpe… and I am SOOOO over-​the-​top THRILLED with my results that I just had to go on Unilocal (my first time on here) to rave about it!
As a background, my hair is naturally as curly, coarse, frizzy and thick as it hair can possibly be. If you were to see before-​and-​after pictures of my hair, you would honestly think that I’m wearing a wig in my after picture. My hair is now so incredibly soft, silky, smooth, and frizz-​free — I couldn’t believe that the hair I was seeing and touching was MY hair! As a plus, the treatment really brought out the color in my hair, so it also looked like I got some new radiant highlight on my hair :)
Finally, Sam was such a wonderful hair dresser, which is why I came on here to write this review (I’ve never done this to any other business I’ve been to!) He applied such a liberal amount of the Brazillian Blowout product on my hair, even though my hair was already really long and thick (most other places aren’t as generous when applying the product on hair), and was so fun to talk to :) If you read this Sam, you’re the best!

I have been visiting this spa for a little over a year. Originally, I tried one of their «mini» facials because I did not want a big commitment or expense. Kelley treated me like a full treatment client and it really wasn’t a «mini». She asked all the right questions, took notes, and made me feel very important. I loved the facial and really appreciated her professionalism. The spa is very well done, upscale but not overpriced. After a year of treatments (facials and intensive facials) my sister in law (who i see once a year) asked if I had had a facelift! Wow. I tell everyone I know to go there. Great massage as well. Highly recommended from a very discerning client:).

Excellent salon. Good location. Wonderful staff.
Co-​owner Daniel does marvelous colors and cuts/​styling.
Co-​owner Kelley does fantastic facials. I especially like to have her do my eyelash extentions.
The salon is well run. It’s not noisy. No drama going on. Very relaxing atmosphere.