Our Mission
To make every woman who walks through our doors feel genuinely beautiful, deeply cared for and completely at ease — delivering luxury hair and makeup artistry with warmth, skill and integrity.
Our Story
The Heart Behind SHIRO
A luxury hair and makeup studio built on artistry, warmth and an unwavering devotion to your beauty.
Our Beginning
How SHIRO Came to Be
SHIRO Hair Salon was founded on a simple, heartfelt idea: that a salon could be more than a place to get your hair done — it could be a sanctuary.
What began as one stylist’s dream has grown into Temple City’s destination for luxury hair and makeup. Over the years we have had the privilege of styling brides on the most important day of their lives, helping women rediscover their confidence after a big change, and becoming a cherished part of our clients’ routines and celebrations.
Through it all, our philosophy has never wavered. We combine world-class technique with genuine, personal care — because the most beautiful results come from truly understanding the person in the chair. Today, our close-knit team of specialists carries that vision forward every single day.
Our Vision
To be the most loved and trusted beauty destination in the San Gabriel Valley — a place where artistry, care and community meet, and where every client leaves radiant, confident and eager to return.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do.
Excellence
We never settle. Every cut, colour and stroke of makeup is executed to the highest standard.
Care
You are more than an appointment. We listen, we understand, and we treat you like family.
Artistry
We see beauty as a craft — creative, considered and endlessly personalised.
Integrity
Honest advice, cruelty-free products and transparent pricing. Always.
Serenity
Your time with us is a retreat — calm, unhurried and restorative.
Inclusivity
Every woman, every age, every hair type is celebrated and beautifully served.
Why SHIRO
An Experience Crafted Around You
The Luxury Experience
From plush seating and calming aromas to complimentary refreshments and a spotless studio, every detail is designed for your comfort and relaxation. Your visit is a retreat from the everyday.
Professional Stylists
Our artists are highly trained specialists with years of experience and ongoing education in the latest techniques. Passion and precision meet in every service they perform.
Customer Satisfaction
Your happiness is our measure of success. We consult thoroughly, check in throughout, and are never satisfied until you leave loving your look.
Premium Products
We use only luxury, professional-grade, cruelty-free products chosen to protect the health of your hair and skin while delivering exceptional results.
Community
We are proud to be part of the Temple City community. We cherish our clients as neighbours and friends, and give our best to everyone who visits.
Beauty for Everyone
Women of all ages, backgrounds and hair types find a warm welcome and expert care at SHIRO. Your beauty, your way — always celebrated.
The People
Meet Our Team
Talented, warm and endlessly dedicated to your beauty.
Shiro Tanaka
Founder & Master Stylist
Shiro founded the salon with a singular vision: to make every guest feel like the most radiant version of themselves. With nearly two decades behind the chair and training across Tokyo, Los Angeles and Paris, she leads the team with an obsession for detail and a warm, generous spirit.
Camille Laurent
Senior Colourist
Camille is our resident colour artist, renowned for hand-painted balayage and seamless colour corrections. She treats every head of hair as a canvas, custom-mixing formulas that flatter each client’s complexion and lifestyle.
Naomi Bennett
Texture & Natural Hair Specialist
Naomi specialises in celebrating natural texture, from flawless silk presses to protective styles that keep hair healthy. Her clients love her gentle approach and her gift for teaching them to care for their curls at home.
Ava Delgado
Lead Makeup Artist
Ava is the artist behind our most-loved bridal and glam looks. With a background in fashion and editorial, she crafts complexions that glow in person and on camera, and she has a calming presence that puts every bride at ease.
Sofia Alvarez
Stylist & Extensions Expert
Sofia is our go-to for length, volume and show-stopping event styling. Her invisible extension work and long-lasting blowouts have earned her a devoted following for weddings and special occasions.
Priya Kapoor
Lash & Brow Artist
Priya frames faces beautifully, whether with custom lash sets or perfectly sculpted brows. Meticulous and artistic, she designs lash and brow looks tailored precisely to each client’s features.