Locks & Whiskers — A Hair Studio Come as you are. Leave as your new self. Locks & Whiskers is a warm, inclusive hair studio in the heart of San Francisco's Castro neighborhood, steps from Dolores Park. We blend expert craftsmanship with genuine care to create a welcoming space as unique as you are. --- WHY LOCKS & WHISKERS Locks & Whiskers blends expert craftsmanship with genuine care to create a warm and welcoming space, as unique as you are. Find Us: Locks & Whiskers 3901 18th St (@ Sanchez St.) San Francisco, CA 94114 --- OUR PHILOSOPHY Most salons focus on: volume, upsells, and turnover. We focus on: you. No upsells. No hustle. No five-minute consultations. Just a skilled professional who actually listens — every single time. --- HOW WE WORK Step 01 — Consult Every relationship begins with a conversation. Your stylist takes time to understand not just your hair — but how you live in it. Step 02 — Craft Precision without rush. Each cut and color decision is deliberate, measured, and made entirely for you. Step 03 — Connect Leave with your stylist's direct number. One relationship, ongoing. Reach out between appointments — no ticketing system, no front desk. --- MEET YOUR NEXT STYLIST Two specialists. One studio. Find your person — then keep them. Frank Reyes — Expert Hairstylist (he/him) 40+ years experience Specialty: Expertise in precision cutting and custom styling Frank Reyes brings multiple decades of hairstylist mastery. Meticulous, considered, and tailored to the individual. Frank is also a gemologist and jewelry designer. Phone: (415) 378-2678 — Call/Text for an Appointment Irene Carrillo — Barber / Stylist Hybrid (she/they) 8 years experience Specialty: Barbering + Cosmetology Hair has always been more than style for Irene — it's a way of shaping identity, exploring who we can be, and creating visibility. At Locks & Whiskers, Irene brings both technical skill and a creative eye to every client, blending classic barbering and cosmetology with a contemporary edge. Instagram: @love_core_143 Phone: (209) 594-7307 Book online: https://lovecorecustom.org/appointments --- NOW HIRING — STYLISTS & BARBERS Are you a talented hair care professional with existing clientele? We're looking for licensed, experienced artists to join our inclusive, community-driven studio. Learn more: https://www.locksandwhiskers.com/new-stylists-and-barbers.html --- BLOG — TIPS FROM THE CHAIR Haircare Help in the Cold Winter Months While San Francisco doesn't get snow, the combination of cold ocean air, gusty winds, and indoor heating creates a moisture-sapping cycle that leaves hair dry, brittle, and prone to breakage. Switch to a richer, more moisturizing conditioner during the colder months. Apply a lightweight hair oil or serum to your ends before heading out. Try air-drying when possible or use your dryer on a lower heat setting with a heat protectant spray. Regular trims every 6-8 weeks are even more important in winter. Finding Your Signature Hair Color The secret to a flattering hair color isn't following trends — it's understanding your undertones. Warm skin tones glow with rich brunettes, warm reds, and honey blondes. Cool skin tones pair beautifully with ash blondes, cool browns, and burgundy. At Locks & Whiskers, every color service begins with a thorough consultation. Caring for Natural Curls and Coils Every curl pattern is unique, and the first step to great natural hair care is working with — not against — your texture. The LOC method (Liquid, Oil, Cream) is a game-changer for locking in hydration. Never detangle dry hair. Regular dusting every 8-12 weeks keeps your ends healthy without sacrificing length. The Rise of Gender-Neutral Hair Salons Hair doesn't have a gender. At Locks & Whiskers, we price by service complexity and time — not by gender. The Castro has always been a neighborhood that celebrates authenticity. Locks & Whiskers is proud to be an inclusive salon. Come as you are. --- CONTACT Locks & Whiskers 3901 18th Street (@ Sanchez St.) San Francisco, CA 94114 Phone: 415.378.2678 Email: frank@locksandwhiskers.com Multiple stylists. One standard. (c) 2026 Locks & Whiskers, LLC. All rights reserved.