Rocket Science 
4195 N. Viking Way Suite A
Long Beach, CA 90808
Phone: (562) 425-2201

Why it's great: Inspired by the classical Parisian salon, Rocket Science takes it to another level with a modern approach. With expert stylists and fashion-forward techniques, your relaxer, blow-out, or highlights will be above and beyond the rest. Visit: http://www.rocketsciencesalon.com.  

New Attitude House of Beauty
6218 W 87th St Old National Hwy #A8
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Phone: (310) 642-9283

Why it's great: This salon deals well with coarse hair, particularly on women of color. Their perms and dyes are high-quality, and you leave the salon feeling gorgeous. Be sure to ask for Eva. She colors hair very well and is great at relaxing thick virgin hair!

Two Dreams
417 N Larchmont Blvd. 15th St. NW
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Phone: (323) 469-0198

Why it's great: For decades, clients of Two Dreams have experienced the expertise in hair design that is provided by their professional and friendly staff. The owner, Kim Weeks, is a genius when it comes to the health and beauty of your hair and she deals primarily with ethnic hair.

Anthony Sarey Salon
3000 7th Street
Long Beach, CA
Phone: (562) 438-3033

Why it's great: Amazing cuts (especially for naturally curly manes), color, and the best scalp and neck massages with every appointment make it worth a trip to Long Beach—even from New York City. 

Dominican Barber & Beauty Salon
9003 Laurel Canyon Blvd.
Sun Valley, CA
Phone: (818) 771-0787

Why it's great: While it's possible to get a haircut, deep conditioning and blow-out for only $45, Catalina doesn't list her prices and charges according to individual hair type.

Eclipse Salon
7250 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Phone: (323) 938-9844

Why it's great: Tracy put short hair on the map in L.A., giving them sleek East-Coast chic with amazing sheen. She and her team will do the same for your tresses, whether it's short, mid-length or long.