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FUTURE Vanity/Novelty is a premier hair salon located in the heart of Oakland, CA. Our team of expert stylists and beauty professionals offer a wide range of services, including cuts, colors, highlights, and styling. We're also a trusted beauty product supplier, carrying a curated selection of high-quality products to help you achieve salon-quality results at home. In addition to our hair salon services, we also offer a variety of facial spa treatments, including waxing, to help you relax and rejuvenate. Our health and beauty shop is fully stocked with everything you need to look and feel your best. Whether you're looking for a quick trim or a full-on makeover, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service and personalized attention. We're conveniently located at 5405 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618, making it easy to fit a visit into your busy schedule. Come see why we're the go-to hairdresser and waxing hair removal service in Oakland. Book your appointment today!

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Emily Weiss
Emily Weiss -Google user
Edited a week ago
Geneva is amazing! They do great cuts, and they are such a good listener so everyone in our family got exactly what they wanted— curtain bangs, light layers, gender affirming, amazing color… Geneva also did a fantastic job of connecting with each of my teens...Read More
$200+HaircutOne of my teens requested rainbow coloring. That’s what’s pictured and the only thing that wasn’t in the $60-$80 range.Coloring and gender affirming cutsGeneva is amazing! See review.
JoAnn Rawkmom Gillespie
JoAnn Rawkmom Gillespie -Google user
a month ago
Talent, consistency, and great results plus all the wonderful products you need to keep your beautiful hair on point
Haircut, Hairstyling, Curly hair, Hair highlighting
Sophia Alvarez
Sophia Alvarez -Google user
2 months ago
Got such a great and sweet haircut from Geneva! it was exactly what I wanted and such a fun time, I only get my haircut by Geneva these days!
$60–80Haircut, HairstylingGeneva - amazing!!! I so highly recommend them 🫶🏼🫶🏼
Colleen Pedisich
Colleen Pedisich -Google user
2 weeks ago
I came to this salon after 30 years with another stylist. I am beyond grateful to Katherine, Ruby and all the other gifted stylists for making my experience a "spa day" every visit! Thank you for every detail of my visit and the best...Read More
Haircut, Hairstyling
Samantha Verini
Samantha Verini -Google user
3 months ago
Courtni is wonderful! She gave me an awesome trim on my pixie cut. Super attentive, thorough, and always checking in with you to make sure she’s giving you what you want. She really tries to understand how you style and manage your hair so that...Read More
$80–100HaircutPixie cutWavyCourtni
Cecilia Hermens
Cecilia Hermens -Google user
2 months ago
Kaitrin was amazing! Her attention to detail was impressive. I went to her on a recommendation and I’m so glad I did! Not only is she very skilled, but such a delightful person. Love my haircut. Highly recommend!!
Haircut
Michael Lee
Michael Lee -Google user
2 weeks ago
I was growing my hair for donation and when it finally came time to donate I was referred to FUTURE Vanity/Novelty as a place that might assist with the process. And sure enough when I called they said they could help with the donation. Alisa...Read More
$100–120HaircutAlisa was super friendly and instantly knew what to do with my hair after not being cut for 6 years.
Dj GreenB
Dj GreenB -Google user
3 months ago
Brows, Eyelash Lift (Perm) & all things waxing! I have been going to see Amanda for a few years and she is the BEST. I had no idea what a lash lift is and now I cannot live without it (i do not like wearing...Read More
Perms, Body waxing, Eyebrow threading
Ellen Jacobs
Ellen Jacobs -Google user
3 weeks ago
I've been looking for someone to replace my current long-time stylist who moved up to Petaluma. With all the folks around, you'd think that was easy. But Jennifer at Future was about the 4th person I've gone to. And bingo - I've landed! Loved the...Read More
$100–120Haircut
Tara Reinertson
Tara Reinertson -Google user
2 months ago
I have been going to Future salon for many years and I'm always pleased with the kind and professional staff. I love my hair stylist, Kaitrin, as she never fails to cut and highlight my short hair perfectly! She is also a wonderful person who...Read More
$80–100Haircut, Hair highlightingKaitrin. Excellent at hair cuts, bang trims, styling and highlights and color. You want it, she got it!
Tracy Kaplan
Tracy Kaplan -Google user
2 months ago
I moved to oakland two years ago and finally took the plunge to find a hair stylist here instead of driving 2 hours one way to my former stylist. I found Future Vanity and Alisa in particular and couldn't be happier! My first...Read More
Colleen Corrigan
Colleen Corrigan -Google user
3 months ago
Alisa is so incredibly talented! I’ve never had my hair color treated before and she took the time to consult with me, gently corrected my terrible internet research to better achieve what I was looking for, and worked INSANE magic on my …
Louisa P
Louisa P -Google user
4 months ago
I went in for an eyebrow wax and tint with Amanda. I asked for a specific shape to the brows. I got exactly what I asked for and I LOVE IT! Amanda is super friendly and knows her stuff. I will definitely continue with her.
Elizabeth Patton
Elizabeth Patton -Google user
Edited 2 months ago
I have been going to Geneva for about a year and I am always so happy with my hair, I cant imagine trusting anyone else at this point. They give me the best cut and blowout and help me pick out the best shampoo and...Read More
Nicole K Apodaca
Nicole K Apodaca -Google user
3 months ago
Geneva did an amazing job!!! I was going in for a whole new kind of cut/style. They really walked me through different options and styles and created the look I was going for!
Lisa Weber
Lisa Weber -Google user
Edited 5 days ago
Yet another great haircut, color, and eyebrow tint by Ruby, and an excellent one hour facial and eyelash tint by Amanda. Glow up! …
fluffy cat
fluffy cat -Google user
5 months ago
i love the short haircut i got from courtni! :D it looks really cool styled and unstyled ^^ thank you so much! i will come again when i am due for a haircut :D courtni even taught me how to use the flat iron to...Read More
Amy C
Amy C -Google user
6 months ago
I’m about to schedule a trim with Geneva, who gave me a great curly bob with some layers a few months ago. I’ve been meaning to give them a positive review ever since. In my book, any cut that makes a curly haired person really...Read More
Gabriela Zuloaga Zaror
Gabriela Zuloaga Zaror -Google user
6 months ago
I had my first appointment with Geneva and I couldn't be happier! They were collaborative and patient so I was able to get exactly what I wanted. I can't wait to go back!
Moon Bo
Moon Bo -Google user
a month ago
I loved my haircut, Kaitrin is nice and did a great job! I recommend her 😊🫶🏽 …

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