Acme Head & Body

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266 Sutter St 2nd Fl (at Grant Avenue)
San Francisco, CA 94108

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The place was very cozy and relaxing. I like the massage where they put some kind of smooth stones from your nape all the way down to your lower back while greeting massaged from ...

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I went to Acme based on these raving reviews and had highlights and a hair cut. The highlights were good -- and the cut OK. The stylists are a bit older here -- and must be expe...

MY HAIR!!!! 8/2/2007

great cut. one of the best i have ever gotten. quick service if you have an appt. hair stylist gives great hair advice! more

Preston is hair color whiz 8/1/2007

I agree with some of the other reviews. Preston is by far the most talented stylist I have been to here at Acme. See for yourself and if you try Acme you must see Preston as he is above and beyond the rest with incredible talent and insight to your particular lifestyle and desires. Thanks Preston... more

Back to Preston! All Acme stylists are not equal! 7/31/2007

I have been going to Preston for a bit over a year now and I always leave with exactly what I asked for. About a month ago, he was booked and I needed to get in to see someone before I left on a two week vacation! I decided to go to one of the stylists who is quite promoted as of late through the Citysearch reviews. Actually she was the only one available (I now know why!). Ouch! My color was all wrong although she used his formula. I'm guessing it was her technique (or maybe she had just stayed out too late the night before!). She offered a redo -- but I didn't have the time to come back before I left. Lesson learned -- Just because one stylist is fantastic, doesn't mean they all are. I'm back to Preston to stay. Pros: Good color from Preston! Cons: Bad color from others more

Great Color and cuts with Preston Nesbit 7/29/2007

I met Preston on the set of a photoshoot for my dance company when he was doing hair and makeup for the shoot and have been seeing him regularly for my blonde highlights and cuts ever since. Preston is fabulous! He is especially talented at choosing the perfect highlights and lowlights to work beautifully with your coloring. The chemicals he uses also do not dry out my hair the way they have at other salons, my hair actually has looked much healthier since I started working with Preston. I get so many compliments on how natural and pretty my color looks. more

Preston is my hero. 7/27/2007

Ok. So I hate my hair. I mean hate. And I hate going to the hairstylist because hairstylists always pull out the hair tie and their eyes get wide at my crazy, scrawny, little strands. But not Preston, because Preston is no hair stylist - he is a genius. He listens intently and asks a million questions - my favorite star's hair, problems I have with my own hair, issues I have with styling it (which is basically everything), and what kind of hair I hope to someday have. He's especially good with color. To be honest, when I leave the salon, the color's not quite what I wanted. But after one wash, it's perfect and it stays perfect. I'm always trying to grow my hair out, so I never want much off. He suggests what he thinks my hair needs, then asks what I want, and actually listens. more

Best Colorist in SF 7/13/2007

Kimberly is GREAT -- I followed her to Acme from GSquared (and Acme is SO much better -- a hip, relaxing place I love going to) and I have the best color I've ever had. I moved to SF from LA and had been travelling back to my stylist in LA for years (very expensive way to get your hair done, lemme tell ya) but not anymore! Kimberly totally ""gets it"" and understands what I want. In addition to coming away with fabulous hair, Kimberly makes you as comfortable as if she were entertaining you in her home. more

Excellent service, mellow atmosphere 7/10/2007

When I quit my fancy pants stylist for being too pricey, I wasn't sure I would find anyone else as fabulous. I was referred to Preston at Acme when I needed hair/makeup assistance for a photo shoot. He was professional, efficient and so sweet! The images were beautiful, so I made an appointment for a cut. He listens to what I want, gives realistic suggestions when I don't know what I want and makes me gorgeous before I leave the chair. He's consistently on time and gives me his total focus during our appointment. I love him and I'm sure you will too! Pros: All the stylists seem friendly, easy on-line appointments Cons: Downtown location almost requires parking garage more

Relaxed and fun atmosphere and a great cut 7/10/2007

I first went to ACME in search of a facial moisturizer with no intention of getting a haircut. A friendly stylist not busy with a client helped me to locate my moisturizer and at the end of the transaction offered me his business card. I later reflected on this sylist's personable persona and months later decided to give him a try. Preston is a great sytlist in addition to being a sparkling personality. The atmosphere at ACME is relaxed and casual. I enjoy Preston's attention to detail and desire to work with his client's changing needs. Definitely a special find in the City. more

Love Preston, products, cut/color 7/10/2007

I moved to San Francisco last summer and since I am a woman who knows what she wants, I found ACME because they used Davines hair color and other products that I had been using in my last salon. The product line has been amazing for my hair, I have gotten more comments that people think I am a natural blond! Best compliment to the product and stylist. I picked Preston out of the stylist lineup and am SO glad I did! We have had the greatest time at each appointment and I have gotten more compliments ever since. He does my cut and color both, I'm always relaxed and feeling beautiful when I leave. Preston is always really quick to respond to emails, calls, and listens to my needs. Love it! Pros: Preston, Davines product line, atmosphere, his HEAD MASSAGE :) Cons: price, but it's worth it!!! more

best haircut in the city! 7/10/2007

I love Acme head and body!!! I was referred by my sister to go see Preston Nesbit to get my hair cut and styled. She get's her hair cut and highlighted by him and it always looks like she just got it done, and really healthy too. Since seeing him I get so many more comploments about my hair. The salon is really cute and the service there is really great. Go see Preston if you want amazing hair!!! more

Preston works miracles 7/10/2007

After losing my go-to stylists and spending three years of trying out different stylists in the city, I finally found the perfect match for my needs! Last fall, Preston set me up with a low maintenance yet stylish cut and color - I was able to go months with a trim or touch up. A few weeks ago, I booked an appointment with Preston and brought in some photos of cuts that were radically different than what I had been doing. He helped me pick the best one for my hair and face, and then proceeded to give me the best haircut I've ever had. I can do anything with it - it's totally versatile and easy to manage. When I got back to the office, people literally stopped in their tracks to compliment my ""new hair"", saying it completely changed my presence. Since then, I've been telling everyone I know about Preston's skills. He is truly talented, along with being a very nice guy! Pros: Preston is great, very relaxed atmosphere, nice folks all around Cons: Price - It's worth it, but still a stretch for the budget-burdened more

Acme's Preston is a true gem! 7/10/2007

Acme Head and Body is great, but Stylist Preston Nesbit is amazing! He is an adorable charming guy who really listens to his clients and makes sure they leave his chair with their color and cut to perfection. I work in Television and it is very important that my hair looks it's best everyday... I have Preston to thank for making my hair shine with little maintenance., and I love all the complments I get from my friends and co-workers. Book your appointment soon, he is a catch! Pros: Get products and your hair looks amazing Cons: you have to park in a parking garage, it gets expensive, but it's worth it to have great hair more

Terrific cut, excellent service! 6/25/2007

What a terrific experience! I had been looking for a place to get a decent haircut for a while and was referred to Kimberly by a friend. She was amazing! She was very accommodating to my schedule, gave some great input to fixing what was on my head; and she did quite a terrific job. After a long day at the office i was worn out and needed a drink, she must have sensed it because as if by magic a cold beer manifested in my hand, I hadn't said a word! more

Holly is the BEST! 6/21/2007

I had my hair long for quite some time; my last short hair cut was in High School. (Just so you know, that was quite a while ago : ) I finally took the plunge, had Holly cut my hair and I LOVE IT!! Holly has cut my hair several times and I love it every time she cuts it. She's precise and spends the time needed on your hair. I even recommended her to several people I work with and you can bet your boots I wouldn't have done that for fear of back lash, knowing they could easily find me if they didn't like their hair cuts. Every one of them liked what she did with their hair..... I get excited every time I'm getting my hair cut by Holly and highly recommend her to anyone for any occasion..... She's sweet & professional and you won't be sorry! more

Holly Rocks! 6/21/2007

Being a Stylist myself you can imagine how picky i must be. I went into Holly for a cut only as a trial, i wanted to see if what i had heard somebody say was true? They were right, she was AMAZING!! Hands down the best haircut i've ever had! I will definitely be making a trip back. I can't wait to see what she has in store for my color!! more

Holly is fabulous! 5/22/2007

I have been going to my old stylist for 12+ years. I was very nervous about trying Acme but after all the reviews I decided to give it a shot. I was going on a job interview so it was very important to have a good cut & color. Holly may not have the volume of reviews here but that girl is the BOMB. She picked a fabulous color that reflected my natural coloring better and the cut and style were perfect- very modern and suited me perfectly. Pros: very talented stylists Cons: n/a more

Kimberly is a true artist with color! 5/17/2007

I had recently gone to a very well known ""hair colorist to the stars"" in West Hollywood for what I thought would be amazing blonde highlights. Instead I received attitude, and the worst blonde color I have ever had. It was literally orange and canary yellow! I left crying and called my best friend for some advise as what to do and she said go to Kimberly in San Francisco. I immediately called Kimberly and booked an appointment. I was so appreciative that she worked me into the schedule seeing that I didn't even call until after 3:00pm on a Wednesday. When I arrived to San Francisco 2 days later,Kimberly analyzed my hair and came up with an amazing formula to color correct and give me what I should have gotten at the other salon. I could not believe my eyes when Kimberly was finished! She literally removed all the orange color from my hair and in place added gorgeous creamy blonde highlights and caramel lowlights and she did everything without further damaging my hair! Kimberly is a perfectionist and a true color correction Queen! She is so sweet as well as all the other stylists I came in contact with at Acme. I am so GRATEFUL to Kimberly for her amazing skills and many years of experience! Kimberly's a keeper forever! The trip to San Francisco is totaly worth it... Pros: Everything more

Kimberly Rules in Hair-ology 5/15/2007

I now know what it's like to get a true hair cut from an artist. Kimberly does not just cut hair she transforms my head into a piece or art. For weeks after she cuts my hair I get complements on how good it looks. I am not a good looking guy by far but after I see Kimberly I get a great styled hair cut that makes me look better. more

Kimberly is a (Color) Goddess and There is None Higher!!!!!!! 5/14/2007

I have spent literally thousands of dollars over the years in search of the perfect hair color. I went to dozens of top-rated stylists and no one seemed to be able to manage the look I knew was possible! I even flew myself to LA to see a stylist at Fred Segal that a magazine cited as having done Gwen Stefani's hair! It seemed like no matter what I did or who I saw, my hair only became more damaged and the color never exited the realm of plain or average; to add insult to injury, every stylist would charge be double because it was always considered a color ""correction"" (and I have great hair)! Then the heavens parted and light shone down and angels sang and Kimberley the Color Goddess appeared and saved me. She gave me the color I had always pictured in my mind's eye, the color I had dreamed of, but had given up on. I now have the most beautiful hair and get compliments from complete strangers virtually every day. Everyone agrees that it's the color I was meant to be. She's specializes in blondes and her prices are refreshingly reasonable! I will never, ever go to anyone else ever again in my life. I could not possibly say enough fantabulous things about nor ever fully express how amazingly talented she is. And, as if that weren't enough, she's also a wonderful human being and a true joy to be around. Always so warm, genuine and positive. She is the best hair stylist in San Francisco, bar none, and a girlfriend. I recommend her without reservation. Pros: Kimberly, Kimberly's Color, Kimberly's Cuts/Styles, Kimberly's Attitude more

Ariane turned me into a new woman! Perfect extensions!! 5/11/2007

I decided to try extensions from Acme b/c I was very unhappy with the ones I had done at a different salon; I'd only had them a month, and over half had fallen out. Ariane offered me a free consultation when I called, and she explained everything she would do differently so I would like my new extensions more. She chose the perfect colors to match my hair (hair is included in the price, and it's SUCH good quality!), was incredibly personable, co-scheduled me with a colorist, Preston, who did a fabulous job and had me ready right on time, and explained how her micro-ring process would be less damaging to my hair than the glued in ones I'd recently had done. Pros: Excellent quality hair, good ambiance, relaxed feel Cons: n/a more
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Since 1996, Acme Head & Body is San Francisco?s hippest, most inviting Hair Salon perfect for Wedding Hairstyles & Make-Up.

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  • Since 1996, Acme Head & Body has been San Francisco's hippest, most inviting salon experience. Conveniently located near Union Square, China Town & the Financial District, Acme Head & Body is a hair haven in the midst of the bustling city.Warm & welcoming, Acme Head & Body is an upscale salon with zero pretense & a whole lot of friendliness, professionalism & style. The moment you enter Acme's doors you will relax to the salon's comforting, easy-going vibe & thrill to the creative talents of the salon's enthusiastic stylists.Our highly skilled stylists are personable, charming & experts in delivering head-turning hair care services that will have you looking & feeling your best.With a full menu of hair care services, Acme Head & Body is a unique hair salon providing modern beauty with style & panache.Acme Hair & Body is perfect for Wedding Hairstyles & Wedding Make-Up.

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  • The Scene
    On a street of big retail names, chic coffee shops and trendy galleries, this hip salon blends in swimmingly. Occupying the second floor of an industrial-type building, the view...

  • 3/13/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Vary by stylist; call for details
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa, Cash
  • Neighborhoods: Northeast, Downtown
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