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Hi, I'm Alma, and I'm passionate about making your hair care routine as effortless and manageable as possible. Originally from the San Gabriel Valley and still living here. I understand the demands of a busy lifestyle and the need for hair that fits seamlessly into your daily routine.

At The Nest Salon in Brea, CA, I specialize in low-maintenance color and haircare routines designed to work with your lifestyle—whether you're styling with heat or embracing your natural texture.

By the end of your visit, you'll walk away with a personalized home care routine tailored to your hair’s needs—ensuring it stays healthy, shiny, and easy to manage between salon visits.

To get started, please fill out the new client form above, I’m excited to create a look that works for you!

Alma Carrillo

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my dog blu, iced matcha w/ soy, new food spots, traveling, staying active, reading/audiobooks, the beach, family + friends

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what clients are saying

  • Alma has extensive experience with curly hair. She keeps it simple and give me great advice. I finally LOVE my curls. Thank you!!!

    -Sylvia

  • Alma is amazing! She was able to bring what I described to life. I love my color and cut!!

    -Briana

  • Alma was super friendly and hospitable! She was very precise with her artistry, and she delivered a quality cut and style. Most of all, she unlocked the potential my hair had with the curly cut, and I’m super thankful for my experience!

    -Marisa

  • Alma is amazing! I had never really dyed my hair before and I been on a journey with other stylists and it didn’t work out. I came to Alma she listened to what I wanted and works to find the exact color you are looking for! She is super nice and we have great conversations! Highly recommend!

    -Corinne

  • Alma did a wonderful job! I went to her for a consultation before making an appointment to go over how I wanted to fix my hair. I have curly hair and its not easy finding someone who can cut it. The previous stylist I went to did not cut my curly hair well it was uneven, and I wasn't happy with my color either. Alma put me at ease during the consultation with her recommendations and the plan to help shape my hair without cutting off too much. She did a great job and I left feeling so great about my hair. I already booked my next appointment.

    -Ambar

  • Alma was awesome as always! Very kind, friendly, and super helpful when it came to telling/showing me what products were good for my hair! Loved the outcome, and can’t wait to be back.

    -Miriam

  • I love getting my haircut and colored by you always. Thank you for getting me ready for my Hawaii trip. You’re amazing

    -Cristina

  • Alma is meticulous with your hair and aims to give the customer what they truly want. I've been getting my hair done for a few months now. She's very sweet!

    -Krystal V.

  • Thank you for always capturing my vision!!! Truly in love with my hair cut and your great service!

    -Maria

  • Alma is the only person I have let cut my hair in the last few years! She’s great with advising on hair care and offers great tips!! Love the experience I get with her.

    -Karina

  • Love how my hair looks and she really took her time to make sure I got the perfect color that I wanted!

    -Marisa

  • Alma was amazing, I hadn’t had my haircut in years and I received a curly cut by her. Highly recommend, she is super personable and a great stylist!

    -Clarise

  • Alma is so talented! I just left the hair salon today and already got three compliments when I was out on my hair! She is an expert and an artist. I am so grateful I found her and will definitely be back! I love my haircut.

    -Colleen

  • Alma was so nice I will definitely be coming back! I have had not the best experiences in other salons so I was nervous to go to a new salon. Alma was beyond great she answered all my questions and was patient with me in explaining everything to wear I got. I will definitely be going back!

    -Cynthia

  • Alma is not only a gifted stylist she is a beautiful person inside and out. Her kindness and expertise made my appointment feel comfortable. My hair is long, thick and takes a lot of work. She took the time to style it beautifully. Thanks girl!

    -Nikola

  • Alma was warm and kind upon meeting and provided me with great service. She heard me out on what I wanted for my hair and delivered exactly what I was comfortable with. She educated me on issues I’ve been having with my hair and sent me resources after the appointment. I look forward to coming back and going through my curly hair journey with Alma.

    -Esther

  • I am so happy I found Alma. I recently started a curly hair journey. I have thin, wavy hair and have experienced hurtful comments from previous hairstylists who did not understand my hair. Alma is so considerate and really takes her time to walk through with you the best possible choices for your hair. Trusting someone with your hair is so personal and an investment as well. She is 100% worth it.

    -Karen

  • Alma was incredible! She was so attentive to my hair needs and understood the look I wanted to achieve. The curly cut was done so well with my natural hair and I felt very well cared for. This was my first haircut experience where I felt like I was walking out the door with the best version of my natural hair!

    -Corrie

  • Amazing experience, vibe and skills! I have never been so happy with my wavy/curly hair 😍 💯 recommend to anyone with any hair type

    -Erin

  • I freaking love Alma, she always makes my hair look sooooo good, and it feels super healthy. Besides my hair I love how comfortable she made me feel in her chair. The laughs, the conversations, tears. Everything. Also love the snacks too ☺️love you girl , hands of an angel 🥰

    -Gabby

  • I always enjoy my appointments with Alma! She always leaves me feeling so much better about myself and more confident! Thank you!!!

    -Brandy

  • Alma is a master hair artist. Alma’s precision with shears on curly hair is delightful! She has an acute sense of perception about how your hair falls into place naturally and cut/trims accordingly. I scheduled a consultation with her and knew then that she would do an excellent job! If you are looking for a sexy curly cut, I highly recommend visiting Alma!

    -Rita

  • She is AMAZING! She always makes this experience enjoyable and makes you feel joyful and beautiful at the end. Love her :)

    -Ashley S

  • Alma took the time to listen to my ideas and nailed the color I wanted. She even recommended products to keep my hair looking healthy and vibrant. Can’t wait for my next appointment highly recommend her!

    -Ana

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