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Salon DNA

Salon DNA

Hair salon in San Francisco, CA

Rated 4.6 out of 5 (173 on Google Maps) (opens in a new tab)

Salon DNA is a hair salon at 555 Sutter St in Union Square, close to the Castro District. Adelice and Daniel Miller opened it in 2009. The salon describes itself as the #1 hair salon in San Francisco, a claim that comes from the salon itself.

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About

Salon DNA is a hair salon at 555 Sutter St in Union Square, close to the Castro District. Adelice and Daniel Miller opened it in 2009. The salon describes itself as the #1 hair salon in San Francisco, a claim that comes from the salon itself.

The menu is broad. Color work covers classic brunettes and blondes, fashion shades, grey coverage, reds and auburns, balayage, highlights, gloss and toner, and corrective color, with color services made without ammonia. Hair straightening and smoothing include Brazilian Blowout, formaldehyde-free keratin, Japanese thermal reconditioning, chemical relaxing and express smoothing. The salon says its stylists complete advanced training and certification in straightening and several smoothing techniques.

Visits usually start with a personalized consultation before any treatment. Hair extensions always require a consultation before booking. Bridal and event services can be done at the salon or on location at a venue the client chooses, and cover bridal hair, bridal makeup, beauty trials, bridal party services, pre-wedding skincare and packages.

The salon says its mission is to build clients' confidence and self-expression while offering eco-friendly services and products. It describes itself as inclusive and welcoming of clients of all hair types and backgrounds. The space is a downtown salon with a spa feel. Chairs are also rented to hairstylists, with utilities, Wi-Fi, shampoo and conditioner, robes, towels, and coffee and tea included.

The salon describes its philosophy as building client confidence and self-expression, with eco-friendly services and products. Consultations come before treatments so the work can be planned around each client.

The salon describes its space as a bright, welcoming urban spa setting with a calm, polished feel.

Specials & promotions

  • Pilates unlimited monthly membership

    $200

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Lipocavitation package: 5 sessions

    $450

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Dreno-Detox package: 3 sessions

    $210

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Microdermabrasion package: 3 sessions

    $260

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Blow-dry package: 5 sessions

    $199

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Nano Keratin Plus package: 5 sessions

    $699

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

Services

Final prices may vary.

Conditioning and repair services including hair masks, deep conditioning, anti-frizz treatment, color-protect conditioning, protein repair, intense hydration and scalp detox.

  • Color-Protect Conditioning Price at booking
  • Formaldehyde-Free Keratin Treatment Price at booking
  • Intense Hydration Mask Price at booking
  • Protein Repair Therapy Price at booking
  • Scalp Detox & Rejuvenation Price at booking

Tape-in, keratin glue, micro link and seamless extensions, along with tightening and removal. A consultation is needed before booking.

  • Extension Removal(Layers, Tape, Keratin Glue) Price at booking
  • Extension Tightening Price at booking
  • Keratin Glue Price at booking
  • Keratin Glue Extensions Price at booking
  • Micro Link Price at booking
  • Seamless Hair Extensions Price at booking
  • Tape Extensions Price at booking
  • Tape Extensions (Full Hair) Price at booking

Women's cuts such as bobs, pixies, long layers, bangs and custom cuts, plus blowouts, updos, curl enhancement and sleek styling.

  • Flat Iron/Curly Iron add-on $25+
  • Haircut Shampoo & Blow Dry $65+
  • Shampoo & Blow Dry $65+
  • Special Event Hair $120+
  • Women's Haircut $120+

Straightening options including Japanese straightening, regular relaxer, Japanese thermal reconditioning and keratin straightening.

  • Chemical Relaxing Price at booking
  • Express Smoothing Treatment Price at booking
  • Japanese Thermal Reconditioning Price at booking
  • Keratin Straightening Treatment Price at booking

Smoothing services including express smoothing, keratin smoothing and a premium formaldehyde-free smoothing treatment.

  • Express Smoothing Service Price at booking
  • Keratin Smoothing Treatment Price at booking
  • Premium Smoothing Treatment Price at booking

Bridal hair and makeup, beauty trials, bridal party services, event styling and special occasion packages, offered at the salon or on location.

  • Bridal Beauty Trials & Consultations Price at booking
  • Bridal Hair Artistry Price at booking
  • Bridal Makeup Perfection Price at booking
  • Bridal Packages for a Seamless Experience Price at booking
  • Event Hair Styling Price at booking
  • Luxury Bridal Party Services Price at booking
  • Luxury Skincare & Pre-Wedding Beauty Prep Price at booking
  • Professional Event Makeup Price at booking
  • Special Occasion Packages Price at booking

Waxing for brows, lip, chin, face, underarms, arms, legs, back, bikini, chest, Brazilian and male Brazilian areas, plus quick express services.

  • Brazilian Blowout Price at booking
  • Bridal and Events Price at booking
  • Color & Lighting Price at booking
  • Haircuts & Styling Price at booking
  • Hair Extensions Price at booking
  • Hair Straightening Price at booking
  • Keratin & Conditioning Price at booking
  • Scalp Treatment Price at booking
  • Wax and Express Services Price at booking
  • Chin Wax $15
  • Lip Wax $15
  • Underarms Wax $30
  • Brow Design $35
  • Half Leg Wax $35
  • Full Arm Wax $45
  • Face Wax $55
  • Back Wax $65
  • Bikini Wax $65
  • Chest Wax $65
  • Brazilian Wax $75
  • Full Leg Wax $75
  • Male Brazilian Wax (Manzilian) Price at booking

Packages and sessions including Dreno-Detox, Blow-dry packages, Microdermabrasion, Nano Keratin Plus, Lipocavitation and a monthly Pilates membership.

  • Dreno-Detox Treatment Single Session $90
  • Blow-dry Package with 5 Sessions $199
  • Pilates Unlimited Monthly Membership $200
  • Package with 3 Sessions $210
  • Lipocavitation Package with 5 sessions $450
  • Package with 5 Sessions $699
  • Dreno-Detox Single Session $90
  • Microdermabrasion Single Session $125
  • Nano Keratin Plus Single Session $155
  • Blow-dry Package 5 Sessions $199
  • Dreno-Detox Package 3 Sessions $210
  • Microdermabrasion Package 3 Sessions $260
  • Lipocavitation Package 5 sessions $450
  • Nano Keratin Plus Package 5 Sessions $699
  • Flat Iron/Curly Iron $25+
  • Classic Brunettes & Blondes Price at booking
  • Fashion Colors Price at booking
  • Grey Coverage & Blending Price at booking
  • Rich Reds & Auburns Price at booking
  • Shampoo and Braid (wet braid) $80+
  • Braids (no blow dry) $120+
  • Bridal Hair Trial $140+
  • Bridal Hair Wedding Day $250+
  • Hair Mask $45+
  • Deep Conditioning $55+
  • Anti-Frizz Treatment $200+
  • Gloss and Toner $95+
  • Root Touch Up $130+
  • Full Color (Single Process) $160+
  • Hand Balayage $250+
  • Partial Highlights $300+
  • Partial Balayage $400+
  • Full Balayage $600+
  • Full Highlights $600+
  • Corrective Color Price at booking
  • Magic Sleek $400+
  • Balayage Price at booking
  • Face-Framing Lights Price at booking
  • Glossing & Toning Price at booking
  • Highlights & Lowlights Price at booking
  • Regular Relaxer $160+
  • Japanese Straightening $600+
  • Half Leg $35
  • Full Arm $45
  • Full Leg $75
  • Bang & Fringe Trims Price at booking
  • Bob & Lob Cuts Price at booking
  • Curly & Wavy Hair Expertise Price at booking
  • Custom Haircuts Price at booking
  • Hair Reshaping & Texturizing Price at booking
  • Long Layered Cuts Price at booking
  • Pixie & Short Styles Price at booking
  • Blowouts Price at booking
  • Bridal & Formal Styling Price at booking
  • Curl & Wave Enhancement Price at booking
  • Personalized Hair Consultation Price at booking
  • Sleek & Straight Styling Price at booking
  • Updos & Event Styling Price at booking

Photos

  • Long wavy blonde balayage hair viewed from behind
  • Long wavy brunette hair with caramel highlights from behind
  • Long straight glossy dark hair after straightening treatment
  • Straight long hair with brown to copper ombre
  • Brown wavy hair with highlights from behind
  • Short silver-gray pixie-style cut viewed from behind
  • Long wavy blonde hair with color from behind
  • Long straight smooth brown hair after keratin treatment
  • Long wavy golden-brown hair from behind in a chandelier room
  • Salon interior with orange stools, shampoo basins and wood-tile floor
  • Salon styling area with black chairs and large model posters in windows
  • Balayage highlights on long brown hair with waves

Meet the team

Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.salondnahair.com (opens in a new tab)

Highlights
  • Proprietary products developed for curly and wavy hair, with Magic Dritto DNA products including a shampoo, a keratin straightening product and a post-straightening treatment mask
  • Formaldehyde-free keratin treatment that the salon says lasts up to three months with sulfate-free products
  • Extensions made from 100% human Remy hair, from brands including Dream Hair, Dream Catchers, Cinderella Hair, Balmain and Halo
  • Each client goes home with a DNA Salon home care kit that includes shampoo and moisturizer
  • Bridal and event services available on location at a chosen venue
Good for
  • Curly, wavy and coily hair
  • Clients looking for long-term smoothing or straightening
  • Bridal parties and wedding days
  • Pre-wedding skincare and beauty prep
  • Clients wanting hair extensions after a consultation
  • Clients who want ammonia-free color
Treats
  • Frizz
  • Grey coverage
  • Hereditary thinning hair
  • Unwanted hair removal
  • Hair length and volume with extensions
Techniques
  • Balayage
  • Highlights and lowlights
  • Face-framing lights
  • Gloss and toner
  • Brazilian Blowout
  • Formaldehyde-free keratin
  • Keratin straightening
  • Japanese thermal reconditioning
  • Chemical relaxing
  • Express smoothing

Products & treatments

  • Magic Dritto DNA
  • Magic Sleek
  • Inoar Keratin
  • DNA Salon home care kit
  • Dream Hair
  • Dream Catchers
  • Cinderella Hair
  • Balmain
  • Halo

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