The Famous illusionist
2512 Rosecrans Ave, Gardena, 90249
4.6
96 reviews
Mobile service

The Famous illusionist

2512 Rosecrans Ave, Gardena, 90249
Entrepreneur

Services


  • SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS

    1 service
    • SQUEEZE INs / HOLIDAY APPT.

      Save up to 15%
      $150.00 $127.50
      30min

  • Welcome Back ✨

    5 services
    • Medium Knotless

      $350.00
      6h 40min
    • Large Knotless Braids

      $200.00
      4h 30min
    • 8 Stitch Braids

      $150.00
      4h
    • Ponytail Braid

      $110.00
      2h 30min
    • 2 Ponytails

      $125.00
      2h 30min

  • Knotless Braids

    7 services
    • Jumbo Knotless Box Braids

      Jumbo Knotless Box Braids portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $275.00 $233.75
      3h 30min
    • Large Knotless Braids- Mid Backish

      Large Knotless Braids- Mid Backish portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $325.00 $276.25
      4h 30min
    • Medium Boho Knotless Braids - Mid Backish

      Medium Boho Knotless Braids - Mid Backish portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $600.00 $510.00
      6h
    • Small Boho Braids - Mid Backish

      Save up to 15%
      $700.00 $595.00
      7h
    • Medium Knotless Braids - Mid Backish

      Medium Knotless Braids  - Mid Backish portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $475.00 $403.75
      6h
    • Medium Knotless Braids - Butt Length

      Save up to 15%
      $575.00 $488.75
      7h
    • Small Knotless Braids - Mid Backish

      Small Knotless Braids - Mid Backish portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $650.00 $552.50
      7h

  • Protective Styles

    4 services
    • 4 Feed in Braids into a Bun

      4 Feed in Braids into a Bun portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $150.00 $127.50
      2h 30min
    • 6 Stitch Braids - Kennidi’s Famous Cornrows 💙

      6 Stitch Braids - Kennidi’s Famous Cornrows 💙 portfolio6 Stitch Braids - Kennidi’s Famous Cornrows 💙 portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $175.00 $148.75
      3h
    • Medium Sengelese Twist

      Medium  Sengelese Twist portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $475.00 $403.75
      5h
    • Cornrows w/ Sew in Weave

      Wash , Blow Dry & Braiding Hair Included . ( Client Must Provide 2 New bundles of weave hair required for this style .)
      Cornrows w/ Sew in Weave portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $275.00 $233.75
      4h

  • Weaves & More

    5 services
    • Basic Braid Ponytail

      Basic Braid Ponytail portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $150.00 $127.50
      2h
    • Two Braid Ponytail

      Wash , Blow Dry , Press & Braiding Hair Included .
      Two Braid Ponytail portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $165.00 $140.25
      3h 30min
    • Half up Half Down

      WASH & BLOW DRY INCLUDED. Client will need 3 new bundles / 3 neatly cut bundles . Please have your bundles wash , blow dried & detangled if they’re previously used .
      Half up Half Down portfolioHalf up Half Down portfolioHalf up Half Down portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $175.00 $148.75
      4h
    • Traditional Sew in

      WASH & BLOW DRY INCLUDED. PLEASE BE COMPLETELY DETANGLED Please arrive with 3 new bundles / 3 neatly cut bundles . If you arrive w/ used bundles please have your bundles completely washed , blow dried , separated & detangled .
      Traditional Sew in portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      Mobile service
      $200.00 $170.00
      5h
    • Wig Install

      Wig  Install portfolio
      Save up to 15%
      $200.00 $170.00
      4h

  • Natural Hair / Mens Braids

    8 services

  • 1 on 1 Classes

    6 services
    • Combo Braiding Class

      Save up to 15%
      $1,600.00 $1,360.00
      6h
    • Feed in / Stitch Braid Classes

      Save up to 15%
      $500.00 $425.00
      6h
    • Knotless Braid Class

      Save up to 15%
      $500.00 $425.00
      6h
    • Ponytail Class ( Hands On )

      Save up to 15%
      $350.00 $297.50
      5h
    • Senegalese Twist Class

      Save up to 15%
      $500.00 $425.00
      6h
    • Look & Learn Ponytail Class

      Save up to 15%
      $175.00 $148.75
      3h 30min

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Amenities

  • Parking space

  • Wi-Fi

  • Loyalty Program

Reviews

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4.6/5
Based on 96 reviews
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Large Knotless Braids- Mid Back
by Myia Sterling
I was treated very well and i loved my hair.
Small Knotless Braids - Mid Back
by Myia Sterling
I love my hair.I love that fact she made me feel comfortable. She was patient and she communicated with me especially areas in my hair.
10 Straightback Cornrows
by Myia Sterling
At first I'm not go lie i was a little nervous because i do not just let anybody in my hair. But babbyyyyyyy this young lady slayed.First and foremost... i have to say that she kept it professional and was very friendly. Most of the young ladies in the shop are younger, but they were all professional and the vibe was just right, very cute shop. I like that i was in and out, and didn't have to wait to get started. I received a lot of compliments on my braids.I will definitely recommend her and i will be booking another appointment soon. Show more
Replied: Jun 5, 2023
The Famous illusionist
Thank you so much 😍😍😍 I definitely appreciate you for choosing me ! You’re amazing and I look forward to seeing you soon !
6 Braids
by Myia Sterling
Terrible experience. I put in for an appt and not only was the initial address wrong. Not only did I call her several times and she never picked up. W...hen i finally did get to address, the hair dressers there said they never seen her. This is a scam. I drove an hour in the rain for the appt only for her not to be there or reply to my messages. Beware. If I could give 0 stars I would. Show more
Replied: Mar 14, 2023
The Famous illusionist
Hello , I apologize for the inconvenience I never received a notification of your booking , phone calls or text messages. However all the information posted is correct . But I do apologize for the inconvenience .
6 Straight Backs - Kennidi’s Famous Cornrows 💙
by Myia Sterling
Best MF Stylist EVER 😍😍😍
Large Knotless Braids
by Myia Sterling
Quic and neat
6 Braids
by Myia Sterling
Myia gave me something so simple, but the time and dedication she put into each braid was EXTREMELY neat! Love her customer service, and great authent...ic conversation. Book with Myia, you WON’T be disappointed. Show more
Passion Twist ( ONE SIZE ONLY )
by Myia Sterling
Love my daughters hair ty
Two Braids ( Hair Included ) NO WASH
by Myia Sterling
Super kind and loved her energy, did a great job on my hair even with my hair naturally being thick. She got it to be laid down into two really neat b...raids. We had a lot of laughs and I felt very comfortable. I will be definitely coming back! Show more
Passion Twist ( ONE SIZE ONLY )
by Myia Sterling
Myia is great! Been going to her since 2018. She definitely works with me. Sometimes I can be indecisive given my busy schedule, so she helps me decid...e on a style and delivers every time. She is super professional and cares about her clients needs and satisfaction. If we don’t like something she will fix it on the spot or accommodate to fix it right away. Her styles are neat and parts are Cleaaaannnnnn! I love Myia! Her assistant had great energy. They both work efficiently. Thank you Myia for all you do! Show more
Replied: Jul 15, 2022
The Famous illusionist
Thank you Patty . I love you and I appreciate your service and feedback . ✨ I look forward to seeing you soon .
6 Straight Backs - Kennidi’s Famous Cornrows 💙
by Myia Sterling
My whole experience was very much enjoyable. She gave me the option of purchasing hair directly from her which i thought was nice being that i did not... have to make an extra stop on the way to her shop. Upon my arrival i was greeted and let in by another stylist since i arrived a bit early to my appointment. Meeting Miya she was really friendly and her space was so cute and comfortable. She was even very attentive to my needs while styling my hair. Although i only came for 6 straight backs she curled my ends and transformed my whole style. I love my hair 💓 and i will be booking again soon! Show more
Replied: Jul 15, 2022
The Famous illusionist
Thank you very much . I enjoyed my time w/ you . You’re feedback is greatly appreciated . 💜
Medium Sengelese Twist
by Myia Sterling
Okay, so my hair looks okay (not really how I thought it would come out) and that’s why I’ll give 2 stars…However the experience was unpleasant and ex...tremely unprofessional for several reasons. First, she had texted me at the crack of dawn to tell me to come in at 10:30am because she needed to go to the beauty supply store (my appointment was at 9:00am). I didn’t mind pushing back the appointment and had no issues whatsoever until 10:30 came around and she still hadn’t shown up. I did arrive 15 mins early so I waited for a response. There was no call or text to let me know she was running late, and I honestly thought she was going to be a no call/no show since that’s happened to me in the past. After several texts and a missed call she finally texted me at 10:30 to let me know she was running late, which that’s something she could’ve communicated beforehand once she realized she wouldn’t be there on time. But still, I got over it because I understand things pop up and she was still able to do my hair. About 20 mins later she arrived and opened up the shop for me to come in. I expected some sort of apology for her being late, but no. She told me to “go straight to the back and have a seat.” Like no hello, no “how are you,” nothing. She then kicked around the bag of hair I brought and we then proceeded to sit in an uncomfortable silence for the next 4.5 hours…until her friend came and that’s when she was able to open her mouth and gossip about who knows what while I was sitting there in their presence. Her little commentary here and there didn’t help either, some of which I heard her say things like “I got a little smidge of hair left, I just want to get out of here.” Once she was done, her friend immediately hopped in the chair as I was getting up. I felt like she didn’t want to be there nor wanted me there as well. Not to mention she told me to get 10 packs of hair (I ended up getting 11 since she advised it’s best to get a little bit more hair) and only used 4 of the packs. I’m irritated because that was a big waste of money. I think I’ll just take my 7 packs of hair and go to another stylist… My experience wasn’t the best. It’s a shame because she seems really talented, but the unprofessionalism, unfriendliness, and overall rudeness is what will stop me from going back. Please take the time to consider the reviews, because she seems like a hit or miss. I see her responding to the negative reviews excusing her behavior because “she’s a mom first”, but honestly if you’re consistently late to your morning appointments maybe you should start holding appointments at a time that’s more realistic for you to make. Maybe she had a bad morning? I’m not sure but as a customer who is paying over $280, that’s not my problem and does not excuse rudeness. Anyway she can respond with whatever comment or excuse but please, no one is lying or being unreasonable. She’s just really unprofessionalism and has an attitude problem. Edit: now her excuse is my energy was off and I didn’t hear her over the music. I would’ve loved to talk and get to know the person who would be doing my hair. When I walked up, she seemed irritated and upset. There was NO apology, nor did she ask how I was. It seems she finds excuses for everything. No sort of accountability. Definitely do not recommend. Show more
Replied: Jul 14, 2022
The Famous illusionist
Hey I apologize for your experience . I definitely spoke to you when I opened the door . You probably weren’t able to hear me over the music but I definitely greeted you , apologized and told you which room to go to . I do apologize for being late as I told you before the beauty supply opened late so I was pretty much rushing to get to you . I definitely take responsibility for my tardiness . As I said before I spoke to you when you walked in . I could sense your energy when you walked in so I already knew you weren’t too happy with me and by the greeting alone I can tell you didn’t really want to talk to me so I left it as is . I wasn’t going to force you to talk to me but I was definitely going to do the job I’m suppose to do . As for the hair I always tell new clients to get more hair than I actually use because I don’t know the amount of hair you have so I wouldn’t want to tell you to get 8 packs and we actually need 10 . It’s happened on plenty occasions so I always recommend 2 additional packs so we don’t run out of hair . I apologize that you felt my assistant and I were “ rude , gossiping & unprofessional “ because that’s definitely not the case . Hopefully you would give me a chance in the future to correct my wrongs , however I understand if that’s unlikely . I wish you the best and thank you so much for your feedback and your service .
6 Straight Backs - Kennidi’s Famous Cornrows 💙
by Myia Sterling
Mia done a wonderful job. I love my hair and will definitely be back soon
Replied: Jul 15, 2022
The Famous illusionist
Thank you so much . Im glad you love your hair . I look forward to seeing you again 💜
Two Braids ( Hair Included ) NO WASH
by Myia Sterling
Always leaves my hair bomb 👏🏽
Braids w/ design ( Men)
by Myia Sterling
Great job on hair, she came up with the design.
Replied: Apr 28, 2022
The Famous illusionist
💜
Braids w/ design ( Men)
by Myia Sterling
Ok
Jumbo Knotless Box Braids ( w/o wash & blow dry)
by Myia Sterling
Myia always does a fantastic job with my hair!
Medium Knotless Box Braids Add on Beads ( BOX BRAIDS )
by Myia Sterling
Myia was professional, on time, and her work was beautiful and neat! Book with Myia today!
Medium Male Box Braids / Twist
by Myia Sterling
Excellent service. I couldnt be any happier!!
Jumbo Knotless Box Braids
by Myia Sterling
I love her knotless braids . I got so many compliments
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