Junior Clips

Junior Clips is a children's hair salon located on the ground floor of Plaza Bonita Mall in National City, close to the Applebee's entrance. Families come in from National City and nearby areas, including Chula Vista, Bonita, Paradise Hills, Eastlake, Spring Valley, Otay Ranch and Imperial Beach, as well as other communities across San Diego County. Parking at the mall costs nothing.

Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are recommended to reduce waits, especially on weekends and at busy times. Bookings can be made online or by phone, and clients can ask for a specific stylist based on availability. Most kids' haircuts take about 15 to 25 minutes, depending on the style and the child's comfort. Parents may stay with their child during the cut, but they are responsible for supervising their children at all times. Stylists are trained to work with nervous children at the child's own pace, and children with special needs are welcome when parents share their requirements in advance.

Haircut prices include a regular haircut at $31.95, a specialty haircut at $34.95, a bangs trim at $16.95, a first haircut with certificate at $34.95 and a mom's and dad's haircut starting at $34.95. Braids are priced from $16.95 per 20 minutes, while curls, flat iron and blow-outs and up-dos start at $34.95. Prices may change, and the website lists current pricing. Styling services need a phone consultation with the stylist before booking.

The salon accepts cash, credit and debit cards, and mobile payments, and tips are appreciated but not required. Arrivals more than 10 minutes late may need to reschedule, and walk-ins have 5 minutes after being called to reach the front desk before they are skipped. Cancellations with at least 24 hours' notice are not charged, while no-shows may be restricted from booking later. Sick children are asked to reschedule. Coupons cannot be applied at the register and must be booked through the promotion link. Holiday hours may vary, so checking online or booking ahead is recommended. The salon states that it has more than 850 Google reviews and a five-star rating, and it describes its stylists as experienced and kid-friendly.

Stylists are trained to work with nervous children and move at each child's pace.