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Best Highlights in San Diego, CA: 13 Places to Book

13 places for highlights in San Diego, CA, compared on price, Google rating, weekend hours, online booking and accessibility.

Mara Okafor, Lead Houston Beauty Editor·Published ·How we vet
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Choosing where to get highlights in San Diego, CA usually means jumping between map pins, review tabs and booking apps. This page puts 13 options in one place, with a price you can see before you book and the hours that matter.

Vida Beauty Bar, Snip Tease Salon, BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast and T's Hair in San Diego are featured businesses on My Hair Salons and are listed first. Every other business here appears on Google Maps for "highlights" around San Diego; none paid to be included, and all are described by the same rules from their public Google listing as of October 2026.

The short list

#BusinessAreaGoogle ratingReviewsSundayPrice from
1Vida Beauty BarSorrento Valley5225Closed$180
2Snip Tease SalonDel Mar Highlands5216Closed$250
3**BOWIEHair for the Modern Enthusiast**University Heights574Closed
4T's Hair in San DiegoGrantville519Closed$175
5HSSan Diego4.414010 AM–5 PM
6Hair DelightClairemont Mesa Gateway4.232Closed
7koda salonLa Jolla4.9124Closed
8Ashen Salon on HerschelLa Jolla4.990Closed
9Madison Reed Hair Color Bar La JollaSan Diego4.213611 AM–6 PM
10Tanglez SalonSan Diego4.8135Closed
11Belle Sirène SalonLa Jolla4.9631Closed
12Alessandro Salon Italian Hair Designer La JollaLa Jolla4.9170Closed
13Split Ends Hair SalonSan Diego4.5569 AM–5:30 PM

Prices are shown where the business publishes them. A blank cell means we couldn't confirm that detail, not that the business lacks it.

1. Vida Beauty Bar

Vida Beauty Bar is a hair salon in Sorrento Valley that publishes its highlights prices online, so you can see the cost before you book.

  • Where: 10951 Sorrento Valley Rd Ste 1-e, San Diego, CA 92121
  • Google rating: 5 from 225 reviews
  • Price: from $180 (High-Contrast Highlights, Root Touch-Up with Highlights and Sunkissed Highlights on its menu)
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–6 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Book: book Vida Beauty Bar online or see its profile
  • Stands out for a 5-star average across 225 reviews.

    2. Snip Tease Salon

    Snip Tease Salon is a hair salon in Del Mar Highlands that publishes its highlights prices online, so you can see the cost before you book.

  • Where: CV-01, 12750 Carmel Country Rd a101, San Diego, CA 92130
  • Google rating: 5 from 216 reviews
  • Price: from $250 (Full Highlight on its menu)
  • Weekend: Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Book: book Snip Tease Salon online or see its profile
  • Stands out for a 5-star average across 216 reviews.

    3. BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast

    BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast is a hair salon in University Heights that publishes its highlights prices online, so you can see the cost before you book.

  • Where: 4075 Park Blvd Apt 703, San Diego, CA 92103
  • Google rating: 5 from 74 reviews
  • Price: from $295 (Full Highlight With Color Melt, Highlights Color Melt/Precision Cut and Full Highlights With Precision Female Cut on its menu)
  • Weekend: Saturday 11 AM–5 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot and restroom (Google)
  • Book: book BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast online or see its profile
  • Stands out for a 5-star average across 74 reviews, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot listed on Google.

    4. T's Hair in San Diego

    T's Hair in San Diego is a hair salon in Grantville that publishes its highlights prices online, so you can see the cost before you book.

  • Where: 6050 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120
  • Google rating: 5 from 19 reviews
  • Price: from $175 (Highlights or Lowlights on its menu)
  • Weekend: Saturday 9:30 AM–3 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 7 PM on Wednesdays
  • Book: book T's Hair in San Diego online or see its profile
  • Stands out for a 5-star Google average from 19 reviews.

    5. HS (San Diego)

    HS is a hair salon in San Diego that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 4120 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Ste 103, San Diego, CA 92117 (5.05 miles south of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.4 from 140 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday 10 AM–5 PM
  • Website: hssalon.us
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (10 AM–5 PM).

    6. Hair Delight (Clairemont Mesa Gateway)

    Hair Delight is a hair salon in Clairemont Mesa Gateway that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 5430 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Ste e, San Diego, CA 92117 (5.36 miles southeast of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.2 from 32 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Website: usabiznvas.top
  • Stands out for a 4.2-star Google average from 32 reviews.

    7. koda salon (La Jolla)

    koda salon is a hair salon in La Jolla that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 7843 Girard Ave Ste c, La Jolla, CA 92037 (4.85 miles southwest of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 124 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 10 AM–6 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Website: kodasalon.com
  • Stands out for a 4.9-star average across 124 reviews.

    8. Ashen Salon on Herschel (La Jolla)

    Ashen Salon on Herschel is a hair salon in La Jolla that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 7838 Herschel Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (4.81 miles southwest of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 90 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–6 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Website: ashensalon.com
  • Stands out for a 4.9-star average across 90 reviews.

    9. Madison Reed Hair Color Bar La Jolla (San Diego)

    Madison Reed Hair Color Bar La Jolla is a hair salon in San Diego that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 4575 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 1171, San Diego, CA 92122 (2.14 miles south of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.2 from 136 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 10 AM–7 PM, Sunday 11 AM–6 PM; open until 7 PM on Mondays
  • Website: madison-reed.com
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (11 AM–6 PM).

    10. Tanglez Salon (San Diego)

    Tanglez Salon is a hair salon in San Diego that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 4750 Cass St, San Diego, CA 92109 (7.13 miles south of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.8 from 135 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–7 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 7 PM on Tuesdays
  • Website: tanglezpb.com
  • Stands out for a 4.8-star average across 135 reviews.

    11. Belle Sirène Salon (La Jolla)

    Belle Sirène Salon is a hair salon in La Jolla that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 7923 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (4.79 miles southwest of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 631 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 8 AM–6 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 7 PM on Mondays
  • Website: bellesirenesalon.com
  • Stands out for the longest review record on this list, 631 Google reviews, and a 4.9-star average.

    12. Alessandro Salon Italian Hair Designer La Jolla (La Jolla)

    Alessandro Salon Italian Hair Designer La Jolla is a hair salon in La Jolla that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 1150 Silverado St suite 100, La Jolla, CA 92037 (4.79 miles southwest of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 170 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–8 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 8 PM on Tuesdays
  • Website: alessandrosalonlajolla.com
  • Stands out for a 4.9-star average across 170 reviews, and evening appointments, open until 8 PM on Tuesdays.

    13. Split Ends Hair Salon (San Diego)

    Split Ends Hair Salon is a hair salon in San Diego that Google Maps lists for highlights searches in San Diego.

  • Where: 1415 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (7.18 miles south of Vida Beauty Bar)
  • Google rating: 4.5 from 56 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–5:30 PM, Sunday 9 AM–5:30 PM
  • Website: salonsplitends.com
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (9 AM–5:30 PM).

    How much do highlights cost in San Diego?

    Vida Beauty Bar lists highlights from $180, Snip Tease Salon lists highlights from $250, BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast lists highlights from $295 and T's Hair in San Diego lists highlights from $175, on their published menu. Across 151 Zoca salons nationwide, highlights typically run $130 to $230, with a median of $175 (October 2026). Final prices depend on length, add-ons and the stylist's level, so confirm the quote when you book.

    Highlights in San Diego on Sundays and evenings

    Open on Sunday: HS (10 AM–5 PM), Madison Reed Hair Color Bar La Jolla (11 AM–6 PM) and Split Ends Hair Salon (9 AM–5:30 PM). Open until 8 PM or later at least one day a week: Alessandro Salon Italian Hair Designer La Jolla (8 PM on Tuesdays). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026; check before you go.

    Wheelchair-accessible places for highlights in San Diego

  • BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast: wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot and restroom
  • These are the features each business lists on Google. If you need something specific, call ahead.

    Before you book highlights in San Diego

    Do

  • Bring two or three reference photos, including one of what you don't want.
  • Ask for a consultation before a large color change or a major cut.
  • Read the newest reviews, not only the average. They describe the team working there now.
  • Check today's hours on the business's Google listing before you set off; holiday hours change.
  • Don't

  • Don't hold back allergies, medications or skin sensitivities at check-in.
  • Don't choose on stars alone. A 4.7 from 900 reviews and a 5.0 from 12 reviews are different kinds of evidence.
  • Don't assume walk-ins are welcome; call or book first.
  • Follow

  • Wait 48 to 72 hours before washing newly colored hair, and switch to a sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Keep any written aftercare you are given and follow it for the full period.
  • Arrive five to ten minutes early for a first visit.
  • How this list was made

    We searched Google Maps for "highlights" around San Diego, CA and kept businesses within 6 miles with a Google rating and at least five reviews, filed under the kind of business that does this work, in the order Google returned them. Featured businesses on My Hair Salons that sell highlights, by their own published menu, are listed first. Other businesses are included because Google shows them for the search; we haven't checked their menus or prices. Ratings, reviews, hours and accessibility are from Google Maps in October 2026; area names are from OpenStreetMap; national price ranges are from the Zoca Beauty Price Index.

    Sources & references

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    Frequently asked questions

    How was this list chosen?
    From Google Maps results for "highlights" around San Diego: businesses with a rating and at least five reviews, in Google's order, after the featured My Hair Salons businesses. No other business paid to be included.
    Where can I get highlights in San Diego, CA?
    Vida Beauty Bar, Snip Tease Salon, BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast, T's Hair in San Diego, HS and Hair Delight, and 7 more on this page. Vida Beauty Bar publishes its highlights prices and takes bookings online.
    How much do highlights cost in San Diego?
    Vida Beauty Bar lists highlights from $180. Nationally, Zoca salons typically charge $130 to $230 (median $175), as of October 2026.
    Where can I get highlights on a Sunday in San Diego?
    HS (10 AM–5 PM), Madison Reed Hair Color Bar La Jolla (11 AM–6 PM) and Split Ends Hair Salon (9 AM–5:30 PM). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026.
    Which place for highlights in San Diego has the most Google reviews?
    Belle Sirène Salon, with 631 Google reviews and a 4.9-star average as of October 2026.
    Which places for highlights in San Diego are wheelchair accessible?
    BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast lists wheelchair-accessible features on Google.
    Can I book highlights online in San Diego?
    Yes. Vida Beauty Bar, Snip Tease Salon, BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast and T's Hair in San Diego take bookings on their own websites, with prices shown before you book.
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    Book highlights in San Diego

    Prices are from each business's own booking menu. Booking opens on their site.

    • BOWIE | Hair for the Modern Enthusiast

      San Diego, CA

      Highlights (Partial) from $295

      Book
    • Snip Tease Salon

      San Diego, CA

      Balayage Highlights from $250

      Book
    • Vida Beauty Bar

      San Diego, CA

      Sunkissed Highlights from $180

      Book

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