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About Hair International
Hair International is a full-service salon inside Stanford Shopping Center, the open-air mall beside the Stanford campus. Its tagline is "Creating Your Best Look," and its core work is haircuts, highlights and hair color. The salon says it has served men, women and children for more than 32 years. It is an independent salon, not part of a national chain.
The team describes itself as hairstylists and colorists who keep up ongoing education in blonding, highlighting, coloring and cutting techniques. Its stylists are trained in Vidal Sassoon techniques. On the color side, the salon calls itself a Goldwell International exclusive and uses Goldwell color across its color and highlight services. The website lists more than 20 stylists by name, along with bridal specialists and a group of threading specialists. That is a large team for a salon of this kind, which means more choice of stylist and appointment time.
Services
The salon names its services plainly. These are the main groups on its website. Ask the salon about anything not listed.
- Precision haircuts. Each cut includes a shampoo and blow-dry. The salon lists cuts by stylist level, from director stylist to salon style director.
- Color and touch-ups. Signature Goldwell color, root touch-ups, bleach work and shades for gray blending.
- Highlights. Classic full or partial highlights and balayage, which the salon describes as customized directional highlighting.
- Smoothing. The Agave Healing Oil Keratin Smoothing Treatment. The salon describes it as organic keratin and formaldehyde free.
- Styling. Blow-dry styling, curling iron and flat iron finishes, special occasion styling, prom updos and bridal updos.
- Threading. Eyebrow threading and custom shaping, plus facial threading.
- Nails. Spa manicures and pedicures, gel and dipping manicures, new set extensions and polish changes.
Services and prices change, so confirm the details when you book.
How to book
Hair International does not use an online booking calendar. The Book An Appointment link on its website goes to a contact page. You can call or text the salon at 650-324-2007 or send an email. If you want a particular stylist, ask for them by name. If you are booking for a wedding, ask for one of the bridal specialists. For color, mention your hair length and history so the salon can set aside enough time.
The salon keeps long hours for a shopping center business. It opens at 8:30 a.m. Monday to Saturday and stays open until 7 p.m. On Sunday it opens at 10:30 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. An early slot is useful if you want a cut before work or a blow-dry before an event later that day.
Who it suits
Hair International suits people who want hair, brows and nails handled in one place. That includes a bride and her party, a student before a formal or a shopper who wants a quick threading appointment between errands. Families can book cuts for adults and children. Clients who are particular about a color brand may like that the salon works with Goldwell across its color menu.
Wedding parties are a particular focus. The salon says it has three bridal specialists for updos and bridal styling. It also has five threading specialists, so brow appointments do not have to wait for a hair stylist to be free. For a big event, book the trial and the day itself well ahead and ask whether the salon can handle several people in the same morning.
Tips for visiting
- Stanford Shopping Center's directory says to enter from the Quarry Road entrance at Pear Lane. The salon is along Quarry Walk near Macy's.
- The salon notes that parking is available near its spot on the south edge of the center. Allow extra time on weekend afternoons, when the center is busiest.
- Make a day of it. Our Stanford Shopping Center guide covers the stores and restaurants. The Stanford visitor guide covers the campus across El Camino Real.
- Coming without a car? Our getting around guide explains the bus, shuttle and bike options between downtown, the Caltrain station and the center.
Location and getting there
Hair International is at 232 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, CA 94304, in the Stanford Shopping Center area of Palo Alto. Our Stanford Shopping Center guide covers what else is around.
The nearest train stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.3 miles away. That is roughly a 8 minute walk.
Parking: the center's own free surface lots.
Hours
| Monday to Saturday | 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
Hours from the business's own website, checked October 29, 2026.
What is nearby
- YogaSix Palo Alto, studio or gym, under 0.1 mi
- Pressed Juicery, quick-service spot, under 0.1 mi
- World Wrapps, quick-service spot, under 0.1 mi
- UNTUCKit, store, under 0.1 mi
- Wetzel's Pretzels, quick-service spot, under 0.1 mi
- Stanford Shopping Center, under 0.1 mi
- El Camino Park, 0.3 mi
- El Palo Alto, 0.3 mi
Other beauty, hair and wellness nearby: Aesop (under 0.1 mi); Sephora Stanford Shopping Center (under 0.1 mi); L'Occitane en Provence (0.1 mi); Drybar (0.1 mi). Browse the full beauty, hair and wellness list.
Before you go
- Most salons and spas work by appointment. Book ahead, especially before holidays and on weekends.
- Ask about the cancellation policy when you book, since many businesses charge for late cancellations.
- If you have allergies or sensitive skin, mention it when you book so the provider can plan.
About this listing
Checked October 29, 2026 against Hair International official website; Hair International services page; Hair International about page; Stanford Shopping Center store directory (Simon). How our listings work. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hair International in Palo Alto?
Hair International is at 232 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, CA 94304, in the Stanford Shopping Center area. The nearest Caltrain stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.3 miles away.
Where is Hair International in Stanford Shopping Center?
The center's directory says to enter from the Quarry Road entrance at Pear Lane. The salon is along Quarry Walk near Macy's on the south side of the center. The salon notes that parking is available.
How do I book at Hair International?
Call or text the salon at 650-324-2007 or email it through the contact page. The website's Book An Appointment button leads to the contact page rather than an online calendar.
Does Hair International do eyebrow threading?
Yes. The salon lists eyebrow threading and custom shaping as well as facial threading. It says it has a team of threading specialists alongside its hair stylists.
What are Hair International's hours?
Monday to Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m..