Best Salon Near Blackhawk, CA | Kinsley + Mane Hair and Extension Lounge
Luxury NBR Extensions and Hand Painted Color | Serving Blackhawk and the East San Ramon Valley Since 2012
Welcome to Kinsley + Mane: Blackhawk's Go To Luxury Hair and Extension Lounge
Welcome to Kinsley + Mane Hair and Extension Lounge, the salon Blackhawk and the surrounding San Ramon Valley area have been turning to since 2012. The salon sits at 220 Alamo Plaza, Suite C-1 in Alamo, California, a ten minute drive from the Blackhawk gates, north on Camino Tassajara and west on Stone Valley Road to Alamo Plaza. This is the area's destination for Natural Beaded Row hand tied hair extensions, custom balayage and lived in color, and precision women's haircuts, all built around your hair, your goals, and your schedule.
Ashley Pollard founded this salon with one purpose: build a space where Blackhawk clients feel heard, where the work holds up to the standard the East Bay deserves, and where every appointment is treated as the start of a long term relationship rather than a transaction. That intention has not changed. What started as Ashley Pollard Hair Studio became Kinsley + Mane, and the clients from Blackhawk and across the San Ramon Valley responded. Over a decade later, the salon is still the first name that comes up when local residents want hair they are proud of.
Blackhawk is a community of long term residents and meticulous standards. The Country Club hosts every meaningful gathering, the Auto Museum draws weekend visitors, and the neighborhoods around Camino Tassajara and Hidden Oaks are quiet by design. Blackhawk clients tend to plan ahead, request the same stylist for years, and expect appointments to start exactly on time. We respect that.
Location: 220 Alamo Plaza, Suite C-1, Alamo, California 94507
Phone Number: 925.433.9062
Hours:
- Mon, Tue, Wed: 9am to 7pm
- Thu: Closed
- Fri & Sat: 9am to 7pm
- Sun: Closed
Why Kinsley + Mane Is the Best Salon Near Blackhawk, CA
Blackhawk clients book Kinsley + Mane for two reasons. First, the work is consistent. Whatever appointment you book this month will look the same when you book it again in three months. Color formulas live in our system, cut notes are recorded by your stylist, and the end result does not drift. Second, we make the appointment fit your day. We hold time for our regulars, we run on schedule, and we communicate before we change anything.
For NBR extensions, Blackhawk clients tend to want the kind of result that does not announce itself. Hand tied wefts, bead attached, no glue, no heat. The wefts move with your natural hair through Pilates, golf, and country club events. Most of our Blackhawk clients have moved from tape in or fusion methods after experiencing damage, and the relief at finding a method that does not pull their hair out is what keeps them.
For balayage and lived in color, the process is built around the country club calendar. We map appointments to anchor events, do hand painted lifts that grow out without harsh lines, and finish with a gloss that protects the tone for as long as possible.
Natural Beaded Row Hand Tied Hair Extensions for Blackhawk Clients
Hand tied NBR extensions are the specialty Kinsley + Mane has built over more than a decade. We use a bead attached weft system, no glue, no tape, and no heat. The wefts move with your natural hair and the install does not damage the underlying texture. Maintenance balayage and NBR extensions for clients who want a precise, predictable result that can be replicated visit after visit. The first conversation is always a consultation, and we will tell you if your hair pattern is not the right fit for the method.
Hand Painted Balayage and Lived In Color
Balayage at our salon is hand painted, slow, and built around your natural hair pattern. The technique lifts color softly, the gloss controls tone, and the cut grows out cleanly. Blackhawk clients tend to stretch eight to twelve weeks between full appointments, with optional gloss refreshes in between. Alicia, Brooklyn, and Jazmin lead the color program.
Precision Haircuts and Dry Detail Finishing
Brooklyn leads the cutting program. Every cut starts with a hair pattern read, a face shape assessment, and a clear plan for how the cut will grow out. The dry detail finish at the end is what holds the shape between appointments. Blackhawk clients book six to twelve weeks apart on cut, depending on length and growth pattern.
Color Correction and Repair
If you have arrived at a color you did not want, we can usually take you out of it. Box dye removal, brassy blonde correction, banded highlights, and over processed bleached hair are the most common color correction projects we take on. The plan is honest about what is achievable in one session versus what takes a careful sequence of appointments. Blackhawk clients with color correction needs should expect a thorough first consultation before we book the corrective work.
Directions from Blackhawk to Kinsley + Mane
The salon is at 220 Alamo Plaza, Suite C-1, Alamo, California 94507. Exit Blackhawk via the main gate at Camino Tassajara, head west toward Danville, then turn right on Stone Valley Road. Alamo Plaza is on the right at the corner of Danville Boulevard, and we are in Suite C-1. Free parking is available on both levels of the Alamo Plaza lot. Many Blackhawk clients pair the appointment with errands at the Plaza or a coffee at one of the neighborhood cafes.
Full Service Menu
Every service at Kinsley + Mane is built around a deep consultation, hand painted technique where applicable, and a full finish before you leave the chair. Pricing reflects the experience level of your stylist and is confirmed during your consultation.
Natural Beaded Row Hand Tied Extensions
- NBR Consultation: Full hair density assessment, color match, and fitting plan.
- NBR Full Set Install: Hand tied wefts attached with beads, no glue, no heat.
- NBR Move Up: Maintenance every six to eight weeks to keep wefts seated correctly.
- NBR Color Refresh: Re color or re tone wefts to match changing natural hair color.
Hand Painted Color and Lived In Color
- Custom Balayage: Hand painted lift built to grow out cleanly.
- Lived In Color: Soft, low contrast color with a natural grow out pattern.
- Foilyage: Hybrid of foil and balayage for brighter dimensional blondes.
- Highlights: Traditional foil work for face framing or full head lift.
- Single Process Color: All over root color or solid tone refresh.
- Color Correction: Box dye removal, brassy blonde correction, color migration repair.
- Gloss and Toner: Demi permanent shine and tone refresh between full color services.
Precision Haircuts and Styling
- Women's Precision Cut: Tailored cut with dry detail finishing for face shape and texture.
- Layered Cut and Long Hair Shaping: Maintenance for long hair and lived in layers.
- Blowout: Full wash and finish styling for events or special occasions.
- Bridal Trial and Wedding Day Styling: On site or at salon styling for the bridal party.
Treatments and Repair
- Olaplex and Bond Building Treatments: Repair work for over processed hair.
- Deep Conditioning Masque: Saturating treatment for color treated and extension friendly hair.
- Scalp Treatment: Targeted scalp work for sensitivity, density, and balance.
Meet Your Style Team
Every stylist at Kinsley + Mane brings a different specialty to the chair. The team has trained across the Bay Area and beyond, including formal certifications in Natural Beaded Row, Wella, Schwarzkopf, and Oribe. Every appointment starts with a full consultation, and we are happy to introduce you to the right stylist for the result you want.
Ashley Pollard, Founder and Master Extension Specialist
Ashley founded the salon in 2012 and has built her career around hand tied NBR extensions. She is a Certified NBR Educator and works primarily with long term clients on extension installs, move ups, and color refreshes. Read Ashley's full bio.
Alicia Gudino, Senior Color and Extension Specialist
Alicia's color work is the reason most of her clients walk in the door. She specializes in hand painted balayage, lived in color, and color correction for clients arriving from box dye or over processed history. Read Alicia's full bio.
Brooklyn, Senior Stylist and Cutting Specialist
Brooklyn cuts hair the way the rest of the team paints color. Her precision haircuts and dry detail finishing have made her one of the most booked stylists for clients moving into a new shape. Read Brooklyn's full bio.
Eva, Stylist and Bridal Specialist
Eva leads the bridal program. From the bridal trial through the wedding day, she handles the entire arc of styling and is the team's primary on site stylist for vineyard and venue weddings. Read Eva's full bio.
Jazmin, Stylist and Color Specialist
Jazmin works across cut, color, and extensions, and is the team's emerging color specialist for clients looking for editorial and dimensional results. Read Jazmin's full bio.
The Kinsley + Mane Experience for Blackhawk Clients
The salon is built to feel like a private, calm space. The lighting is soft, the music is low, and the conversations stay between you and your stylist. Blackhawk clients tell us the difference between Kinsley + Mane and the closer options is the time the team takes. We do not run on a thirty minute appointment grid. The work takes the time it takes, and the result is the result.
Every appointment starts with a consultation. Whether it is your first visit or your fiftieth, your stylist will check in on what is working, what has changed, and what you want this visit. The formula notes from your last appointment live in our system, but the conversation never assumes anything.
The retail wall holds the full Oribe line. We are an authorized Oribe stockist and our team has trained directly with Oribe educators. If you want product recommendations after your service, ask your stylist or the front desk team. We are happy to walk through your routine and tell you what fits, what does not, and what is worth your spend.
Client Testimonials from Blackhawk and the San Ramon Valley
Linda T. - Blackhawk
"I have been with Ashley since 2014. She knows my color formula by heart, my hair pattern, and exactly the cut shape that works for my face. I do not have to direct, I just sit down."
Susan H. - Blackhawk
"My daughter and I both come here. She brought me. I came hesitantly, expecting a long drive for unpredictable results. Six years later we are both still booking together."
Pamela G. - Blackhawk
"The NBR consultation took an hour and a half. They never tried to upsell me. They told me what method they recommended, what it would cost, and what to expect at three, six, and nine months. The honesty was the reason I booked."
Jacqueline R. - Blackhawk
"I had foil highlights for thirty years. Brooklyn talked me into trying balayage, and the difference in how my color grows out is the most freeing change I have made to my hair in two decades."
Diane F. - Blackhawk
"The salon runs on time, every time. I cannot say that about anywhere else I have been."
Frequently Asked Questions from Blackhawk Clients
How do I get to Kinsley + Mane from Blackhawk Country Club?
Take Camino Tassajara west, turn right on Stone Valley Road, and Alamo Plaza is at the next major intersection. The drive is around ten minutes outside of school traffic.
Do you offer membership style or recurring booking for Blackhawk clients?
Yes. We hold standing appointments for regulars at six, eight, and twelve week intervals so your day does not have to revolve around finding a slot.
What is Natural Beaded Row hand tied extension?
Natural Beaded Row is a hand tied weft extension method attached with small beads instead of glue, tape, or heat. The beads anchor the wefts to your natural hair, distributing weight evenly and avoiding the damage that comes with bond based methods. NBR is the method we have built our extension program around since 2012.
How long do extensions last?
The wefts themselves typically last six to twelve months with proper care. Move up appointments are needed every six to eight weeks to reposition the rows as your natural hair grows. We schedule those during your initial consultation.
How does lived in color differ from traditional highlights?
Lived in color is hand painted, low contrast, and built to grow out cleanly. Traditional highlights use foils, are higher contrast, and require touch-ups every six weeks. Lived in color clients tend to stretch eight to twelve weeks between appointments.
Do you do color correction?
Yes. Color correction is one of our most booked services. The first appointment is always a consultation with a strand test, and the plan usually takes two to three sessions over a few months. We are not the cheapest option for color correction, but we are the option that gets it right.
What products do you use?
We use Wella and Schwarzkopf for permanent and demi color, Redken Shades EQ for glosses, Olaplex and K18 for bond repair, and the full Oribe line for retail. We are an authorized Oribe stockist and the product line is available in our retail section.
Do you take walk ins?
We are appointment only. Our schedule typically fills two to three weeks in advance. Book online or call 925.433.9062 to find an opening.
What is the cancellation policy?
We ask for forty eight hours of notice on cancellations. The policy is published at booking and is enforced consistently to protect the team's schedule.
Can I bring my daughter for her first balayage?
Yes. We work with younger clients on balayage starting at sixteen with parental consent. Many of our long term family clients bring their daughters for first time color, graduation balayage, or a senior photo blowout.
Service Areas Across the East Bay
Kinsley + Mane serves clients across the East Bay from a single location at 220 Alamo Plaza in Alamo, California. Drive times below are based on outside of rush hour traffic. We schedule appointments to avoid commute windows where possible, and we communicate before any change to your booking.
- Alamo, CA: 0 minutes (home)
- Danville, CA: 7 minutes
- Diablo, CA: 5 minutes
- Blackhawk, CA: 10 minutes (you are here)
- San Ramon, CA: 12 minutes
- Walnut Creek, CA: 10 minutes
- Lafayette, CA: 12 minutes
- Moraga, CA: 15 minutes
- Orinda, CA: 12 minutes
- Pleasant Hill, CA: 15 minutes
- Concord, CA: 20 minutes
- Martinez, CA: 25 minutes
- Clayton, CA: 25 minutes
- Pleasanton, CA: 25 minutes
- Dublin, CA: 30 minutes
- Livermore, CA: 35 minutes
- Piedmont, CA: 25 minutes
- Berkeley, CA: 30 minutes
- Oakland, CA: 30 minutes
- Albany, CA: 30 minutes
- El Cerrito, CA: 35 minutes
- Castro Valley, CA: 35 minutes
- Fairview, CA: 40 minutes
- Brentwood, CA: 35 minutes
- Pittsburg, CA: 35 minutes
Your Best Hair Is Waiting
From hand tied NBR extensions that restore the volume and length you have been wanting, to custom balayage built to hold up in the East Bay sun, to a team that listens before they ever pick up a brush, Kinsley + Mane is where Blackhawk comes when they want hair they are proud of.
Ashley built this place for clients who are done settling for less than they deserve. For the people of Blackhawk and across the San Ramon Valley who want more than a haircut and are looking for a stylist who actually cares about the outcome, this is the place.
The team has been right here at Alamo Plaza since 2012, and they cannot wait to see you.
Location: 220 Alamo Plaza, Suite C-1, Alamo, California 94507
Phone Number: 925.433.9062
Hours:
- Mon, Tue, Wed: 9am to 7pm
- Thu: Closed
- Fri & Sat: 9am to 7pm
- Sun: Closed
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