Hair Salon – Oakland, CA

The love of hair and all its textures

kinky, coily, wavy, straight

Now taking appointments

It all begins with a consultation.

How well do you know your hair?

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Hair Needs

Suppose you’re not sure what you want. Let’s talk about the possibilities. There is no commitment to service.

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Hair Goals

Plan in the right direction to achieve your hair goals. It always helps to bring in an image of your goal.

Products & Tools

What products and tools are you currently using on your hair? We can talk about the pros and cons of each product and tools.

Herbal Treatment

A custom blend of fresh and dried herbs steeped to perfection brings out healing and medicinal properties for the scalp and hair’s maximum benefits.

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Shop

Introducing our very product line

Head Design Products

Head Design’s Curly, Wavy, Coily, Kinky product line.

Healthy scalp, healthy hair!

Introducing our custom blends

Choose an herbal hair treatment that meets your scalp and hair needs. 

Healthy scalp, healthy hair!

Featured Services

All of our services are booked through Square online booking system.

TOP SALON SERVICES

COLOR SERVICES

Customers reviews

I have been coming to Head Designs for haircuts and color (full head and highlights) for years, and I’ve had consistently positive experiences. Sheila is so knowledgeable about all textures of hair. She brings a high quality, high level of expertise to hairstyling. I feel awesome walking out of the shop each time. Also there is a great assortment of hair products available for purchase - I’m a huge fan! Thanks Head Designs!
Sarah Negrón
Sarah N.
20:10 07 Sep 25
I have been coming to Head Designs for haircuts and color (full head and highlights) for years, and I've had consistently positive experiences. Sheila is so...
Sarah Hadassah N.
Sarah Hadassah N.
13:14 07 Sep 25
Sheila is a true professional. It’s wonderful to go to a stylist who is masterful at her craft, creative, punctual and organized. I highly recommend her!
Jill Wesley
Jill W.
16:27 09 Aug 25
I recently ordered Sheila's lubricating styling foam from her website and had it mailed to me. Since I don't live in Oakland anymore it was the most convenient way to get the product that works the best for my curls! I'm loving my new haircut and how easy it is to maintain with the styling foam. Looking forward to my next appointment!
brandnuspecial
brandnuspecial
07:23 08 Apr 25
Ray Stubblefield-Tave
Ray S.
05:52 27 Mar 25
For the last 12 years, I have spent so much money trying to find the right stylist to cut my curly hair. Every place claimed to have the curly hair expertise, but I usually felt the cut was just so-so. That is the complete opposite of my experience at Head Designs. Sheila took the time to listen to my wants and looked over all the reference photos I brought. I went from chin length wimpy curls that loved to frizz at the hint of rain to the CUTEST pixie shag. I was never blessed with thick hair. To my dismay, part of my aging process has been thinning hair that is coarser and more fragile. An experienced stylist understands the different hair textures between younger and older clients because as people age, their hair naturally changes in texture, density, and condition, requiring different styling techniques and product choices to achieve the best results. Sheila understood my concerns and cut my hair in such a way that the thinner areas are no longer noticeable. Now all I need to do is wash it 1-2x/week and use a styling gel. On the do nothing days, I wet down any areas that are flattened or have cowlicks, fluff up with my hands and I'm done. I was Sheila's lone customer that afternoon so she was able to take care of me with zero distractions. She has a calm demeanor and a gentle touch. What I appreciate the most is how Sheila really paid attention and listened to me. There is street parking and a lot behind the shop. And after leaving with such a good haircut, I treated myself to a pastry from the bakery next door. Looking forward to my next cut. Thank you, Sheila!!
LM L
LM L
23:08 13 Feb 25
Sage Santas
Sage S.
04:41 19 Oct 24
During wedding planning I saw only a few East Bay salons even offering curly bridal packages and then they were all booked up -- I was STRESSED! But then I found Sheila. I scheduled a consultation so she could go over the inspiration photos I had and then get familiar with my hair to see what was possible. She opened up early for me on wedding day and did an amazing job on an updo that stayed put all night and then some. I even just went back for a haircut recently because she was so great and had much better prices than other curly salons around. Run don't walk to Shelia for your hair cuts and bridal styles!
Angelica Valentine
Angelica V.
21:17 27 Apr 24
During wedding planning I saw only a few East Bay salons even offering curly bridal packages and then they were all booked up -- I was STRESSED! But then I...
Angelica V.
Angelica V.
14:20 27 Apr 24
Sheila honestly gave me my favorite haircut I’ve ever had. I’m so excited to have been recommended to her! I had tears in my eyes by the end of the experience. What a gift she is!! It was like hair magic. I called her “Sheila The (good) Hair Witch” to a friend after. I felt so cared for, she’s so talented and her experience and love for her work really shines through. Plus those homemade hair teas are unreal! My curls have truly never felt better. I’m real excited to go back (and I’ve never looked forward to haircuts)! Thank you Sheila!
Daisy Stelzer
Daisy S.
16:00 20 Apr 24
Patricia Chester
Patricia C.
21:43 12 Mar 24
Sheila is great! She can give you the haircut you want and love!
Mozell Quarles
Mozell Q.
17:44 10 Mar 24
The queen of curls!! Hands down the best haircut of my life. Plus Sheila is lovely and her space is so pleasant.
Morgan Simon
Morgan S.
01:36 16 Feb 24
This will always be hands down the best hair experience, especially for curly hair. Sheila will always give you the time patience and care you need for different types of hair needs. She takes great care of her clients and also her hair products are amazing! She even offers consultations. If you are curious or wondering, this is the place to go!
Mir Gileadi
Mir G.
02:38 13 Nov 23
Rahel Ambaye
Rahel A.
17:41 10 Aug 23
E B
E B
16:21 19 Mar 23
Sheila is sweet, loves hair and her conditions are tops. You pay the cost to be the boss!
StillDa BaeBeeBoi
StillDa B.
01:16 09 Feb 23
Done right everytime..Thank you Sheila.
Neiasha Simons
Neiasha S.
15:27 03 Feb 23
Great hairdresser, really attentive and masterful shaper of curls
Nehemiah Blackburn
Nehemiah B.
11:07 16 May 22
Sheila Head is phenomenal! She listens attentively and asks great clarifying questions to ensure that my needs and desired outcomes are achieved. She has...
R M.
R M.
17:46 11 Apr 22