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Who We Are

Hair is our passion, and it shows in everything we do. Our stylists stay current on the latest techniques and trends so we can bring you the look you're after, every time you sit in our chair. Established in 1981, Vicki and Friends Salon and Blow Dry Bar is a full service salon rooted in the heart of Lakewood, CA. For over four decades, we've had the privilege of serving our community and the loyal clients who have become part of our salon family. Whether you're keeping it classic or ready to try something new, we're here to bring your vision to life. Give us a call today and let's get you on the books.

What We Do

Our talented team offers a full range of hair and beauty services designed to help you look and feel your best. Our services include custom hair coloring, precision haircuts, keratin smoothing treatments, textured perm waves, ombre, blowouts, hair extensions, balayage, highlighting and more. We also offer eyelash extensions, as well as natural, glam, special event, and wedding makeup application. If you're searching for one of the most experienced and trusted hair salons Los Angeles County has to offer, we'd love to welcome you to our chair.

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Meet Valerie

Valerie is the owner of Vicki and Friends Salon and Blow Dry Bar, with more than 45 years of experience in the beauty industry and over 35 years behind the chair at the salon. She specializes in hair color, precision haircuts, hair extensions, and solutions for thinning hair, including hair toppers. Valerie is also certified in multiple hair extension methods, including Lockets, Babe and Hair Dreams.

Committed to continuing education and the latest hair trends and techniques, Valerie focuses on creating beautiful, achievable results while protecting the health and integrity of each client’s hair. Whether you’re looking for a color transformation, extensions, hair toppers, or an expertly tailored haircut, Valerie brings decades of experience and personalized care to every appointment.

Specialties

Grey Coverage, Grey Transitioning, Dimensional Color, Color Correction, Haircut Master, Perm Specialist, Hair Topper Specialist

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Meet Our Team

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ABBY - HAIR STYLIST & EVENT HAIR ARTIST

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FELISA - HAIR STYLIST & EVENT HAIR ARTIST

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LINDA B. - MULTICULTURAL SPECIALIST & LASH ARTIST

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LORENA - FAMILY HAIRSTYLIST & COLORIST

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ALICIA - EVENT MAKE UP & SFX MAKE UP ARTIST

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ASHLEE - HAIR EXTENSION & HAIR COLORIST

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FELIX - TATOO & PIERCING ARTIST

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CHRIS - FAMILY HAIRSTYLIST & BARBER

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KITTY - HAIR COLOR SPECIALIST & HAIRSTYLIST

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NETTY - BRAID SPECIALIST & HAIRSTYLIST

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