vocational schools.

San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology Inc

User Reviews of San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology Inc

Yelp.com Review - by Monoke P.

5 of 5 stars. GO HERE FOR BLOW DRYS! I drive all the way to see my regualr stylist who recently moved to Sacramento. He actually went to this school and was the one who told me about it. Since he is not around to do…
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by jen f.

3 of 5 stars. great place to go when you need a haircut bad- but not so bad that you can shell out 50-80 bucks at a 'real' salon- but bad enough that you will put your locks in a student's hands just to get that…
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by LD M.

1 of 5 stars. I went for the all-out pedicure package 2 1/2 years ago, it was several months after I had back surgery, and I was just starting to be recovered enough to get out of my apartment with use of a cane.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lynn O.

4 of 5 stars. I'm pretty satisfied with my experience here-- my student hairstylist was very careful throughout the entire three hours (yes, three hours) it took for her to complete my perm. The prices are very…
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Ken G.

4 of 5 stars. I've been a loyal client to SFIEC for many years. When they first opened their doors back in the fall of 2002, their publicity stunt was giving out free waxings - can you believe that?!?!? Ever…
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Andrea W.

2 of 5 stars. i had my hair cut at the SF institute about 6 months ago and was very pleased (Hence the 2 stars). Thus, when it was time for me to get another hair cut, I scheduled another appointment with them.…
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by stella s.

3 of 5 stars. i had some great instructors here as a student (hence the 3 stars)...and some very not so great ones (they would get zero stars). finding a beauty school to go to is a tough choice and a lot of them…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by piccolina i.

1 of 5 stars. I've been going to the Institute for years mostly because of Lonny - a really cool, friendly and knowledgeable instructor (he left about 4- months ago). However, I think today will be my last time.…
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Emily F.

4 of 5 stars. I started going here as a poor college student and haven't stopped. A pretty friendly receptionist greets you as you enter the salon, you wait 2-10 minutes for your student hair stylist, she takes out…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Denise S.

4 of 5 stars. Being the recession-minded and unemployed woman that I am, I decided to try to cut back on my beauty maintenance expenses. After reading the reviews on yelp.com, I decided to let the students at the…
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by A F.

5 of 5 stars. It is a great school!! After reading others reviews I just wanted to say TIP the future professional who did the service for you. You can tip, you just can't tip on your credit card. The tip has to be…
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by pnkscorpoio k.

4 of 5 stars. As a professional Man-Pedi goer, I must say that its a bargain to get nail service here. As a school, what they care is CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN, so it is a safe spot for many. Also, they do not use any…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Shaun L.

5 of 5 stars. I'm a regular customer. I originally started to come here to get my hair relaxed after I took out my braids. Never a burn problem. Always great hairstylists. The first man was my regular person…
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by TaDao V.

4 of 5 stars. I've gone to this place 5 times now and I love it. I've tried the bikini and brow wax, the pedicure and haircut services here. Go for the $15 haircut. It takes about 2 hours but they do a great job…
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Dom B.

1 of 5 stars. This place is cheap - hence all the good reviews - but be really careful what treatment you have here. I had my back waxed and it was a disaster - I'd had root canal work done a couple of weeks…
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Olma M.

4 of 5 stars. OK, I'm a fan. I'll write more later, but for now - suffice it to say that $15 later, I'm super-happy with the 3" trim and layering of my long-ish wild tresses. I'm no hairstyle maven, never been,…
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lisa L.

1 of 5 stars. I give this one star because my hair, DID NOT turn out the way I wanted to -- and after four (4) hours in the chair, I really didn't want to deal with any more headaches from this salon. All I wanted…
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by jozilla w.

4 of 5 stars. it takes forever to get your haircut, but it's pretty much like everyone said--a solid haircut for a cheap price. It won't be the best haircut you've ever had as they're all still students, of…
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Shannon R.

5 of 5 stars. This is a not a bad place to get a haircut-especially considering the price ($20 w/ a "creative" student, which is the most advanced level)!!! The vibe was very upscale and professional, even if it is…
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
Full Review »

Great learning environment for you AND the student!

you get what you pay for ... sometimes you get even more! like said in the last review ... if you're picky about your hair then quit being a CHEAPASS and go to a PROFESSIONAL salon with people that are already...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jess H.

5 of 5 stars. I'm a little biased, being a recent alum of SFIEC's esthetics program, but I really can't find anything negative to say about this school. I really feel as though I received a top notch education…
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Heather B.

5 of 5 stars. SFIEC is the best place in the world! The education here is TOP NOTCH! trust me i have been to many beauty schools in my day and have never stepped into such a professional, modern, ahead of the game…
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Michelle B.

5 of 5 stars. I have gotten my hair colored and cut here. Generally when you go to a school you never know what you are going to get for the inexpensive price. But the first time I went there I was literally blown…
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Andrea U.

5 of 5 stars. I had a fantastic experience this past Saturday that put an extra spring in my step for the rest of the weekend. I came in wanting--nay, needing--a cut that would take some weight off my current…
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sarah F.

3 of 5 stars. SFIEC definitely serves a purpose. I've only taken advantage of the hair services, but have thought about going back for a relaxing facial or the like. As other reviewers have noted, these are…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sara N.

4 of 5 stars. Sometimes you just have to cheat...like when your tresses are in need of a major trim only to find out your hairdresser's on vacay till mid July. I quickly made an appointment with SF Institute to…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Christine D.

4 of 5 stars. *Ask for the 20% LUCKY DISCOUNT for June 2007 like I did!* Just got a Medicated Clearing facial by Nicole; it was awesome! Nicole was extremely professional, had a great firm and even touch, explained…
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lisa O.

5 of 5 stars. I got a facial today by Jessica H. OMG - she has the greatest hands. Everyone knows that I can't sit still. That is the reason I do not get facials, massages, etc. I almost fell asleep. Not only…
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Plookie P.

4 of 5 stars. OK, so I will definitely go back, since my hair is easy and short, and I am a man. Stylists usually use trimmers on the sides of my hair and in back, since I keep my hair cut short. Apparently using…
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by harhar a.

4 of 5 stars. I've only had haircuts here. I have (almost) always have gotten a great cut. Though students are doing the styling, the teachers show em how it's really done. Which can mean having a teacher do a long,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lena L.

3 of 5 stars. Very hit or miss here. Most of the color stylists do a good job and recomended me some amazing Paul Mitchell products. The cuts vary on who's doing it but I had good experiences (my friends... not so…
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sarah S.

4 of 5 stars. Let me start out by saying that I would never have anything permanent done by students- no color, cut, waxing, etc. It's simply too risky. However, I have gone here for blow outs and straightening…
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jen O.

3 of 5 stars. When prodded, I tell people that I got my hair done at Paul Mitchell - neglecting to mention the fact that it's actually a beauty school and not the fancy-schmancy professional salon I'm making it out…
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Cynthia Y.

5 of 5 stars. My friend found this place, when we were looking for salons to put up our hair for a company dance/dinner. I have to say my stylist did a fabulous job! You choose between "Adaptive" and "Creative,"…
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2007
Full Review »

let's just get something straight...

SFIEC IS A SCHOOL!!!!!!!! so of course the stylists may run late, or mess up once...that is how they learn!! that is why you sign a waiver!!!! and 9 out of 10 times the clients are extremely happy...9 out of...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jeska D.

5 of 5 stars. I love this place. I've gotten several haircuts here over the last year and recently took the plunge and got bright blue highlights in my hair for only $50. Including the lightening. Not only is it…
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by elrod m.

5 of 5 stars. my hairstylist went to this school but unfortunately he doesn't live in state anymore. :( so i needed a haircut for my friends upcoming wedding and he told me to just go to the school. well, that…
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
Full Review »

Horrible, horrible, horrible!

this has to be by far the worst cosmetology school and salon. The employees are terribly rude, the teachers don't supervise enough, and they are NEVER on time! If you need a day of beauty dont just walk, but...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Dizzy B.

5 of 5 stars. This is a great place - yet economical! I've paid over $150 for services I got here for only $45. How else are we gonna get professionals unless the students learn from real experiences!!! So anyways,…
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sydney L.

5 of 5 stars. an excellent place to be pampered at an affortable price. So far I have tried their manicure, haricut service. Service is professional, and they are extremely patient. The atmosphere of the place…
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Alison J.

4 of 5 stars. I have been to beauty colleges before, by myself and with my bi-racial daughter. This one is far and above the others. They treat you like you are at a high-end salon, which is where most of the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amy E.

3 of 5 stars. I have gotten my hair cut there a few times. The kids are super sweet and working very hard, and their teachers are professional and paying attention. The problem is they only know certain haircuts,…
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Megan G.

5 of 5 stars. Be patient, speak up, be clear and remember they're learning! I've had good experiences here. Pedicures are done in a stainless steel bowl, so you know you're NEVER going to pick up some fungi here!
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Reena P.

5 of 5 stars. Okay, let's say you have $45...what do you do with it...you can go to SFIEC and get a shampoo, cut, style, mani, pedi...WHAT?! Yes. These future high-priced hair stylists and aestheticians are well…
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Nicole I.

5 of 5 stars. A great place to go if you're on a budget and want a body polish. Yes, they are students so services will probably take a couple of hours (even if its just an eyebrow wax), so give yourself plenty of…
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Carly P.

5 of 5 stars. My only visit was last summer - a couple of days before my brother's wedding. I went in for the Spa Manicure and Pedicure - $40 and almost 3 hours of my time well-spent. Since it is a "beauty…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2005
Full Review »

Why Pay More?

This is the place to go to get yourself pampered at a reasonable price.Sure...it's a beauty school...
judysbook.com - user review - 06/15/2005
Full Review »

A great value

After seeing an ad in SFWeekly I decided to check out a facial service. I had the Treatment Facial which was amazing. The students are so attentive and really do a great job. The instructors who supervise...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2005
Full Review »

Good for a lot of services

I've had a lot of great experiences here. They are students, so they try very hard to do a good job and please the customer. Their supervisors are friends and ever-present (with one exception I will mention...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/06/2004
Full Review »