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Tuesday 9am - 8pm Wednesday 9am - 8pm Thursday 9am - 8pm Friday 9am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 5pm

Strands Salon

📍Full Service located in San Mateo, CA serving you for over 30 years
💇‍♀️Hair
💅Nails
🧖‍♀️ Skin
🍯Waxing

For more information, please contact us at or (650) 570-7220 or [email protected]. To hear about our specials on services and latest salon news first, follow us on social media and be sure you're signed up for our newsletter! Instagram:
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Visit our website at https://strandsforhair.com/

06/03/2026

Your hair tells you what it needs. Are you listening?

Most damage doesn't happen at the salon — it happens at home. Here's how to change that:

✅ Double shampoo every wash. The first cleanse removes buildup. The second one actually cleans.

✅ Conditioner belongs on mid-lengths to ends — not the roots. Roots = oil. Ends = dry.

✅ Cool water rinse after conditioning. It seals the cuticle and adds instant shine.

✅ Squeeze dry with a towel. Never rub. Friction = frizz.

✅ Apply leave-in on damp hair, not dry. This is when your hair actually absorbs it.

✅ Less product is more. 1-2 drops of oil on the ends. That's it.

The goal isn't just clean hair — it's healthy hair. And that starts with what you do between appointments.

Want a routine built around your specific hair type? Call us at 650-570-7220 and we'll help you figure it out. ✨

05/20/2026

We use the term clean beauty a lot. Here's what that actually means for your hair, skin, and nails—and why it matters.

💇♀️HAIR: LANZA & Eufora
What makes them clean: Free from sulfates, parabens, and harsh detergents that strip hair and irritate scalp. Formulated with keratin proteins, healing botanicals, and bond-building technology.
Why it matters: Your scalp absorbs what you put on it. Clean formulas deliver results without compromising your health or the environment. You get vibrant color, strong hair, and healthy scalp without the toxic trade-off.

✨ SKIN: Lira Clinical
What makes it clean: No parabens, synthetic fragrances, or hormone disruptors. Powered by plant stem cells, peptides, and medical-grade actives.
Why it matters: Your face is the most absorbent skin on your body. Clean clinical skincare gives you professional-grade results (think: improved texture, reduced inflammation, anti-aging benefits) without ingredients that cause long-term damage or sensitivity.

💅 NAILS: Dazzle Dry & OPI
What makes them clean: Dazzle Dry is vegan, cruelty-free, and free from the toxic trio (formaldehyde, toluene, DBP). OPI offers extensive clean options in their GelColor and Infinite Shine lines.
Why it matters: Traditional nail polish releases fumes and chemicals that you breathe during application. Clean formulas protect your nail health, let nails breathe, and eliminate exposure to known carcinogens—without sacrificing color range or lasting power.

🌿 THE COMMON THREAD
Clean doesn't mean less effective. It means we're choosing professional-grade products that deliver results without compromising your health. Every product we use—across hair, skin, and nails—meets that standard.

Curious about specific ingredients or what's right for you? Our team breaks down the why behind every product recommendation: 650-570-7220

05/06/2026

She does everything for everyone. This one's for her. 💐

Mom deserves more than flowers this Mother's Day, she deserves a full day of being taken care of.

At Strands, we've got everything she needs, all in one place:

✨ Hair color, cut & style
✨ Facial treatment
✨ Permanent makeup
✨ Face yoga
✨ Mani/pedi

No running around. No coordinating multiple appointments at different places. Just one salon, one visit, and a mom who walks out feeling completely renewed.

Book her Mother's Day appointment before we fill up.
📞 650-570-7220

04/30/2026

✨‼️🤍 CALLING ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Are you looking for a place to get your prom and graduation hair done? Look no further, we’ve got you covered :)

With prom season and graduation ceremonies approaching, we’re offering students a special rate of $40 for updos and blowouts. 💃

To redeem the discount, just show us your high school ID when coming in for your appointment!

Interested? Send this to a high school student, DM us to book or call us at 650-570-7220 📲. We hope to see you!

Updo by Gage 🥰✨

03/27/2026

We hear this more than you'd think—and honestly, we love clearing it up.

Yes, we're a hair salon. But we're also so much more than that.

💇♀️ Hair Services
Our licensed stylists specialize in cuts, color, treatments, and styling. We use LANZA and Eufora—professional-grade lines that prioritize clean ingredients and lasting results. Whether you're maintaining your color or trying something new, we walk you through every step.

✨ Esthetic Services
Our estheticians offer personalized facials using Lira clinical skincare. We don't do cookie-cutter treatments—every facial is customized based on your skin's specific needs, concerns, and goals. If you're dealing with breakouts, dryness, or just want guidance on at-home care, we break down the why behind every product and step.

💅 Nail Services
Personalized pedicures with Dazzle Dry and OPI. Our nail tech tailors each service to what your nails need, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

The common thread across all three? Clean, professional-grade products. No compromises on quality or ingredients.

If you've been coming to us for one service and didn't realize we could help with your skin or nails too—now you know. And if you're curious which service is right for your goals, give us a call at 650-570-7220. We're here to help you feel confident in every part of your routine.

03/02/2026

Oily skin needs regulation, not restriction.

A solid esthetician-recommended routine for oily or breakout-prone skin starts with the right cleanser. Lira Clinical’s ICE Sal Cleanser is a go-to because it helps reduce excess oil and congestion while calming the skin. Powered by Salicylic Acid, Mastiha, and Lilac Plant Stem Cells, it supports clearer pores, soothes irritation, and helps fade post-blemish pigmentation. MASQ-tech™ peptides and bearberry extract help keep skin looking smooth, balanced, and healthy.

That said — skincare is never one-size-fits-all. Using too much salicylic acid (Remember Salicylic acid is a chemical exfoliant!!) or over-cleansing can dry out the skin, disrupt the barrier, and actually trigger more oil production. The goal is balance: cleanse with intention, hydrate properly, and support your skin instead of stripping it.

If you’re unsure how often to use actives or what your skin truly needs, reach out to us with questions, book a facial consultation, or chat with your local esthetician. Personalized guidance makes all the difference 🤍

02/25/2026

How do you achieve a voluminous, bouncy blowout at home? Here’s what our stylists are recommending.

Our Blowout Cocktail (best for firm hold + volume):
We love layering products to add volume that grips at the roots. We recommend using Eufora’s sculpture lotion + behave + thickening serum to create the perfect balance. This triple threat adds smoothness and shine without making your hair feel or look heavy.

Another product option is L’ANZA Foundation Mousse. When applied at the roots and through damp hair, it really gives you some extra height.

Styling Tip: Your Technique matters
• Blow-dry hair 80–90% dry first
• Section the hair cleanly
• Use a round brush, lifting at the root and directing airflow downward for smoothness
• Let each section cool before moving on (this locks in volume)

Don’t forget your finishing products. We love the Design FX Hairspray by L’ANZA to hold the style in place.✨

Volume isn’t just about product, it’s about layering, heat control, and finishing correctly.

Call to book! 650-570-7220

02/10/2026

Come and get your customer appreciation night on! 💃

We will have light bites, refreshments, local vendors, product demos, and amazing savings! What more could you ask for the week of Valentine’s Day? 😍

Make sure you call us to secure your spot now. 💌

01/27/2026

✨Rules We Bend (So Your Hair Looks Better)✨

1. Intentional overlap for brighter, more vibrant blondes
Some stylists intentionally overlap bleach and use soft teasing through the hair before applying lightener to the ends. This creates a blended, balayage-style finish rather than harsh, straight lines.

💚The result: brighter, lighter ends with a seamless transition that looks natural and lived-in.

❤️Why clients love it: more vibrancy and softness, especially through the ends.

2. Customized strength for longer-lasting color
Rather than sticking strictly to manufacturer recommendations, adjusting our formulas based on your hair’s natural pigment and history.

💚The result: cleaner lift, better pigment removal, and color that holds true as it grows out — not muddy or warm weeks later.

❤️Why clients love it: their color stays truer for longer.

3. Conditioning light hair the right way
Some of our stylists will in fact condition lightened hair, BUT strategically. Applied only where needed (never at the roots) and fully rinsed, conditioning keeps hair healthy without sacrificing volume or blowout longevity.

💚The result: soft, shiny hair that still holds body and movement.

❤️Why clients love it: healthy blonde that doesn’t feel heavy or flat.

4. Controlled heat for precise results
Placing the hair under the dryer to speed up processing and create consistent results. This is especially helpful for clients on a time crunch — and often leads to outcomes that align perfectly with the stylist’s vision.

💚The result: efficient appointments with precise, predictable color.

❤️Why clients love it: faster timing and results they didn’t even know to ask for.

5. Trusted formulas that work
You’ll notice we often reach for the same products — because they work across many hair types. Instead of chasing trends, we rely on proven formulas we trust and know inside and out.

💚The result: consistent, beautiful results every time.

❤️Why clients love it: reliability and results

01/13/2026

Our in-house estheticians often see winter skin looking dull, puffy, and fatigued due to slower circulation and reduced cell turnover. Supporting the skin with the right products and increased blood flow is key to achieving a healthy, youthful glow.

That’s why this January we’re focusing on custom Vitamin A “power couples” and our Yoga Facials, both treatments designed to stimulate circulation, encourage cell renewal, and help your skin better absorb active ingredients.

Through sculpting massage, lymphatic drainage, and facial muscle activation, facial massage treatments help reduce puffiness, define the cheekbones and jawline, and deliver a natural lift, while the peels aid in promoting cell renewal.

✨ January Promo: Build your personalized Lira skincare duo and receive a complimentary hydrating facial (25 min).

💆‍♀️ Yoga Facial: 1 hour | $75! The perfect way to start the new year relaxed, refreshed, and radiant.

Book by calling us at 650-570-7220 ✨🌟

Address

44 West 42nd Avenue
San Mateo, CA
94403

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.strandsforhair.com/

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