The Upgrade Salon

El Monte, United States

3.8

Closed now

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 626-448-1079
Website:
www.upgradesalon.com
Address:
10735 Lower Azusa Rd, El Monte, CA, 91731
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.5 miFoothill Transit 492; Metro 268; 487
0.5 miMetro 268
0.6 miFoothill Transit 492; 487
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Apple Pay
Yes
Parking
Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
By Appointment Only
No
Hair Types Specialized In
Asian Hair, Curly Hair, Perms, Extensions, Straight Perms, Coloring, Kids' Hair

Today

Today 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (El Monte) 19:30 Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Business hours

Monday –
Tuesday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

Description

Specialties

specializing in:

Color

Ombré

Balayage

Highlights

color corrections

hair cuts

up-​dos

Brazilian blowouts

keratin treatments

facial waxing

Make-​up

Wedding style

History

Established in 2013.

We opened our Beauty Shop in November 2013, located in El Monte but don’t let this city fool you, we are very motivated and talented stylist, we are more then your average El Monte hair Salon. We take ongoing classes and work with different educators, using redken, wella, and matrix. We may seem young but we have years of experience. Our work is defenetly guaranteed.

Meet the Manager

Sandra D.

Manager

My name is Sandra D I’ve been in the beauty industry for about 10 years. My passion began during my childhood years and I knew then exactly what I was going to be. I began beauty school in high school and as soon as I graduated began working at a salon, and have never stopped. I’m was born and raised in El Monte and now running my business, I’m extremely passionate, I love what I do

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20 reviews of The Upgrade Salon

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Place rating: 5
El Monte, CA
I had natural black hair for years. I wanted a change! So I decide to go PURPLE.
Went to Sandra D, consultation was honest and price was great. She did an amazing job. I get compliments everywhere I go. She also cut my hair short which I love. Very nice, clean, modern Salon. All the stylist are very helpful & friendly. I definitively recommend THE UPGRADE SALON!
Place rating: 3
El Monte, CA
Got my hair done by Millie, she was sweet and fixed my hair from what it looked like so I’m ok with it. But after spending 200 $ I feel like I should love my hair. I dye my hair random colors. They have teal and pink… That’s it. They told me I’d have to put a deposit down if I want any other colors. I have never been to a hair salon that didn’t carry the pretty colors! I left with a weird yellowish blonde color which looks nothing like the picture I asked for. But she got the teal really bright color so if it was the color I wanted I’m sure that would have been fine. The cut was really messed up I have no clue what she was trying to do but I have to admit this cut job is all over the place. All in all I probably won’t go back due to the brownish yellow blonde job and the massive burn my scalp went through. I still tipped her 20 $ because I can tell she tried.
Place rating: 5
La Puente, CA
I went in today to have my hair done and all I can say is that I love it! Sandra did an amazing job reviving my hair and adding some color to it without damaging it. I would definitely recommend this salon to anyone:)
Place rating: 1
Monterey Park, CA
Don’t come here! waste of time and money. Rip off! came in for a hair cut, my hair isn’t even long they tell you a decent price and at the end they charged me $ 50 dollars.
Place rating: 5
Whittier, CA
Ricky gets down been here twice & hair cut on point worth the money & then some thanks again! 5 stars!
Place rating: 5
Covina, CA
I have been going to this Salon for over 6 months and I really enjoy it… Sandra does a very good job and I like the dedication she puts into it… the most important part is that they dont over book people so they spend time on your hair!
Place rating: 5
Ontario, CA
This salon is the absolute best!
I finally found someone who can cut my hair EXACTLY how I want it. Paola cuts my hair here at the Upgrade Salon and she is always very attentive and leaves my hair exactly how I ask. Ever since I started getting my regular trims with her my hair grows fast and looks so healthy. I always receive compliments on my hair & I’ve been able to maintain my long and healthy length thanks to her. I don’t mind the 20 min drive from Ontario. So worth it!
Place rating: 5
El Monte, CA
First time here and Paola was my stylist. She did an absolutely amazing job. Definitely coming back !!
Place rating: 1
La Puente, CA
Terrible place. Not sure what the guy’s name was, but the guy rushed my haircut. I was literally done in 5 minutes. Ruined a basic low fade. My hair is all chopped up. I had to go somewhere else to get it fixed. I only came here because my regular barber closed early that day. Wouldn’t recommend this to anybody unless you’re trying to look like a clown
Place rating: 5
Arcadia, CA
I love this salon ! The stylists are so nice and really care for thier clients. Stylist Danny Chad turned my dull damaged hair into beautiful hair that I can’t stop obsessing over ! I LOVE my hair again
I would definitely recommend this salon.
Place rating: 5
South El Monte, CA
I have been going to Danny Chad for the past eight years and every time he gives me what I want. I wanted to dye my hair blonde and cut it into a bob. He listened to what I wanted and after a few hours He did a far better job than I could have imagined. I always recommend him to others that are looking for a good stylist who knows style color cut and that is why Danny Chad will always be my stylist. He even does my brothers hair which my brother is so picky but Danny Chad knows hair and knows style. Basically, if you are able to get an appointment with him because he is in high demand you will not be disappointed. Great guy great cuts! :)
Place rating: 5
El Monte, CA
Gotta say i loved how my hair came out i had paola do it and she did a great job did exactly What i asked for found my new stlyist
Place rating: 1
Azusa, CA
If i could give it ZERO stars believe me that i would so i came here because my friend needed a last minute hair cut came in and some girl did her cut. Mind you i was sitting here waiting and these ladies were drinking and acting so unprofessional i have never seen such childish behavior in a professional setting sorry but not my type of stylist, enviroment etc very unprofessional if you enjoy a GHETTO enviroment swing by…
Place rating: 1
West Hollywood, CA
Getting drunk while doing peoples hair. really? hmm! Wow what kind of salon does that. Have more class ladies! So unprofessional…
Place rating: 1
Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA
Don’t ever purchase a coupon on Unilocal its a rip off… they don’t honor their own coupon and then they try to make you feel bad when you try to redeem it :(
Place rating: 4
Temple City, CA
It’s not exactly what I wanted but my boyfriend likes it. Danny only cut off what I asked him to, which is a plus for me since salons usually cut off too much.
Place rating: 3
South El Monte, CA
I needed to update my review i came in on dec 24 new patient. The past few weeks i kept looking at my hair and one day i decided to straighten it out and see the shape that sandra cut it if she did it right well she didnt i asked for a vcut and my hair looks squared ugly dnt like squared hair. When i came in she was nice attentive she cut it and she styled it with waves so i couldn’t see the ending results that day. .this place really let me down on haircuts they must do good on coloring but other than that I’m really disappointed im the one that paid 25 bucks plus 5 dollar tip not worth rather of gone to a place that charges me 12 bucks and do better vcuts .THIS IS WHY I NEVER GO TO SALONS TO CUT MY HAIR I LET IT GROW but haded to cut it cause it was damaged. .WELLL BOO HOO NOW MY HAIR LOOKS LIKE SHIT..
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Thanks to Unilocal I found a great new hair stylist. I am one of those people who used boxed hair dye all the time, and worse, always used jet black, my hair was a mess for months so I decided to finally give a hair salon a try and I’m glad I found the Upgrade Salon. Sandra did a great job on my hair, did exactly what I envisioned. I love my new hair cut and color. Give them a try!
Place rating: 5
Alhambra, CA
Sandra is the best. very knowledgeable and professional. She hears you out and offers a suggestions and makes you feel so comfortable!!! Would most def recommend !!!
Place rating: 5
Azusa, CA
Walked in, used Unilocal offer, got great results. Sandra really listened to my picky and specific way I wanted my hair cut. Awesome job.