Merced Student Salon

Hair Care, Skin Care, & Nail Services in Merced, CA

Address
780 Loughborough Drive

Merced, CA 95348
Phone
(209) 230-9420
Hours
Mon - Thurs: 9 AM - 9 PM

Salon & Spa Services

Discover the perfect blend of affordability and quality at the Milan Institute Student Salon & Spa in Merced, California. By choosing our student-run salon, you save money with low-cost services while supporting future beauty professionals as they refine their craft under expert supervision. Conveniently located in Merced, we proudly serve nearby communities such as Atwater, Livingston, and Los Banos, offering a variety of hair, skincare, nail, and massage services tailored to your needs.

Take advantage of our Specials and join our Milan Perks rewards program to earn points for discounts on future visits. Veterans, senior citizens, and birthday celebrants enjoy exclusive discounts, with veterans receiving 20% off all services. Experience exceptional service at unbeatable prices while helping students master their craft. Book your appointment today for a rewarding salon experience!

Service Specials

Prices valid October 2 to November 15. Secure your appointment! Book online. 

  • Basic Manicure + Pedicure $23
  • Face Shave $15
  • Fashion Color Starting at $60

    LIghtening not included

  • Pro Power Peel 60 $45

All skin services are subject to consultation and contraindication guidelines

  • Pro Skin 30 $25

    May include steamer, mag lamp, high frequency and one of the following, exfoilater, mask or massage

  • Pro Skin 60 $50

    May include steamer, mag lamp, high frequency and one of the following, exfoilater, mask or massage

  • Pro Power Treatment Add On $20

    Add on to the PRO Skin 30 or 60 or back treatment

  • Machine Facial 60 Minutes $50

    May include micro dermabrasion, ultra sonic, galvanic

  • Pro Power Peel - 30 $45

    includes clear, bright and/or firm

  • Pro Power Peel - 60 $60

    includes clear, bright and/or firm

  • Dermaplanning - 30 $40
  • Dermaplanning Facial - 60 $60

    Includes basic facial

  • Cold Stone Add-On $10
  • Back Facial Treatment $80
  • Waxing/Tweezing Facial Areas $10

    includes one facial area

  • Waxing Whole Face $25
  • Waxing Under Arm $15
  • Waxing Bikini $30
  • Waxing Brazilian Starts at$45

    consultation required for pricing

  • Waxing Half Leg or Full Arm $30
  • Waxing Whole Leg or Back $45
  • Waxing Half Arm $20
  • Lash & Brow Tint $22
  • Lash Tint $15
  • Brow Tint $10
  • Lash Lift $35
  • Lash Lift & Tint $40
  • Brow Lamination $35
  • Brow Lamination & Tint $40
  • Brow Lamination, Tint, & Shape $50
  • Lash Extension Full Set $60
  • Lash Extension 14 Day Fill $40
  • Lash Extension 7 Day Fill $25

    consultation required for pricing

  • Lash Extension Removal $25
  • Makeup Application $30

    Includes artificial eyelash strip

  • 60 Minute Nano Infusion Facial $55
  • Nano Infusion Model $25
  • Wet/Dry Microdermabrasion Facial $60
  • LED Add On to Any Facial $15
  • Advanced 60 Minute Facial $90

    Includes: hydrofacial, microcurrent, LED - not online

  • Lumin Fusion 60 Minute Facial $90
  • Color Lashes Full Set $60
  • Deluxe Haircut $22

    includes: shampoo, blowdry/style and hot tools

  • Bang Trim $7
  • Deluxe Barber Haircut $22

    Includes: shampoo, neck shave, warm towel, mustache and beard

  • Shampoo $5
  • Hairstyle Starts at$20

    includes: updo, creative

  • Deep Condition $20

    Includes scalp treatment

  • Mustache & Beard Trim Starts at$10

    includes beard design at extra charge

  • Face Shave $20

    includes neck shave

  • Tape in Extensions (8 Tapes) $20

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Sewn in Extension Half Head $70

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Sewn in Extension Full Head $120

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Beaded weft extension per row $50

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Beaded Weft extension Move Up Per Row $25

    4-6 weeks ONLY. Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Crochet Extension Full Head $65

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Full Head Cornrow Starts at$50

    Includes design at extra charge

  • Half Head Cornrow Starts at$30

    Includes design at extra charge

  • Cornrow With Extension Braid in $75

    length and size to determine price

  • Extension Removal $50

    Includes shampoo and scalp treatment or deep condition

  • French Braid (1 or 2) $15
  • Box Braids, Small $100
  • Box Braids, Medium $75
  • Box Braids, Large $50
  • Twisties $50
  • Dreadlocks Starts at$100

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Retwist Dreadlocks Starts at$60

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Roller Set $10

    Includes Shampoo

  • Finger Waves $20

    Includes Shampoo. Consultation Required

  • Permanent Wave Starts at$50

    includes shampoo and haircut

  • Spiral Perm Starts at$60

    includes shampoo and haircut

  • Creative Perm Starts at$40

    includes shampoo, haircut and consultation required

  • Full Head Virgin Relaxer Starts at$65

    Includes a haircut

  • Relaxer Retouch $50

    Up tp 1/2"

  • Full Head Hair Color (4oz Only) $75

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Full Head Lightener 4 Scoops Only no Toner $85

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Color Removal (4oz Only) $45

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Color Retouch Up to 2'', Up to 2oz of Haircolor $55

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Lightner Retouch Up to 1/2'' of Regrowth $65

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Additional Color Tube 2oz $10

    includes toners

  • Additional Lightener Per Scoop $5
  • Fashion Color - Full Head $75

    (not including lightening) includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Fashion Color - Half Head $40

    (not including lightening) includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Fashion Color 5 Foils or Less $25

    (not including lightening) includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Additional Fashion Color Per Tube Up to 2oz $12
  • Beard Tint $10
  • Highlights/Lowlights Full Head $85

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Highlights/Lowlights 10 Foils or Less $40

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Highlights/Lowlights Cap 4 Inch Hair or Less Only $30

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Partial/Half Head Highlight/Lowlight $45

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Highlights/Lowlights 5 Foils or Less $25

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Keratin Blowout $80
  • Tinsel Per Bead $2
  • Kid's Haircut $12

    12 & Under, Includes Shampoo

  • Blowdry/Style Starts at$20

    includes shampoo, blowdry, style, hot tools

  • Color Service Haircut Add-On (for Paid Color Service Only) $7
  • Deluxe Haircut & Deep Condition $35

    includes blow dry, style, hot tools and scalp treatment

  • Head Shave $20

    includes hot towels and hand massage

  • Barber Line Art Starts at$5

    includes razor finish

  • Beaded Hair Extensions - 5 Beads $15

    Consultation prior to appt is mandatory

  • Ph Balance Add On Treatment After Lightning Service $5
  • Basic Manicure $8

    Includes water or hot oil, polish

  • Advanced Manicure $20

    Gel polish, dip powder, building gel

  • Basic Pedicure $20

    Standard

  • Advanced Pedicure $30

    Spa, gel polish, polish

  • Toe Nail Shaping $5

    shaping only

  • Gel Polish Only $15

    No manicure or pedicure included

  • Gel Polish Removal $8
  • Collegen Add On $10
  • Nail Art Full Set Starts at$15

    consultation required for pricing

  • Nail Art Per Nail Starts at$2

    consultation required for pricing

  • Polish Change $5

    does not include gel polish

  • Full Set Acrylic or Gel Nails Starts at$25

    consultation for length required

  • Nail Enhancement Removal all Types Starts at$15

    consultation for length and width required. a minimum of 60 minutes

  • Fill of Any Type Starts at$15

    consultation required

  • Big Toe (2) Acrylic or Gel $10
  • Gel X Full Set Starts at$35

    consultation required not yet available coming soon

  • Nail Repair - Per Nail $3
  • Full Set Acrylic or Gel Toes $25
  • Additional Acrylic Color Add On $5

    Per Color

  • Sparkle & Shine Kids Party $30

    12 & Under Hairstyle (shampoo and hot tools included), Manicure basic, Pedicure basic, Makeup application

  • Special Event Package $55

    Hairstyle (or updo), Artifical Nail Set OR Mani/Pedi, Makeup application

  • Barber Edge Package $40

    Haircut, Straight Razor Shave, Basic Facial

  • Glam & Glow Skin Package $60

    Pro Skin 60 facial, Eyebrow Wax or Tweeze, Eyelash Tint

Military, Senior Citizen, and Birthday Discounts

Join our Milan Perks rewards program to earn points for discounts on future visits. Veterans, senior citizens, and birthday celebrants also enjoy exclusive discounts. Experience exceptional service at unbeatable prices while helping students master their craft. Book your appointment today for a rewarding salon experience!

Birthday Perks

Free Haircut or Basic Manicure†

†Valid during birthday week only. Must present a photo ID for verification.

Senior Citizen & Military Discounts

20% Off All Hair, Nail & Skin Care Services*

*Must present military ID for verification. ID not required for senior citizens.

Services offered depend on student and product availability. Instructor-supervised student salon and massage spa. Prices subject to change without notice. Services may vary by location. Must be 18+ for massage services. Online appointment prices are base rates and may vary by hair density and length. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children not receiving a service must wait in the lobby with an adult. Each child receiving a service needs an accompanying adult.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are the programs at Milan Institute Merced?

Programs at our Merced campus take about 24 to 44 weeks to finish on a full-time schedule. Below are general estimates per program:
Administrative Medical Assistant: about 36 weeks full time.
Medical Assisting: about 36 weeks full time.
Dental Assistant: about 43 weeks full time.
Cosmetology: about 34 weeks full time.
Advanced Cosmetology: about 44 weeks full time.
Barbering: about 34 weeks full time.
Esthetician: about 24 weeks full time.
Advanced Esthetician: about 36 weeks full time.
Manicurist: about 24 weeks full time.
Admissions will confirm your start date, class schedule and expected graduation date before you enroll.

Most students enroll with a high school diploma or a High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), such as a GED. You’ll provide a copy of your diploma, equivalency certificate or a transcript showing high school completion; HiSET and TASC documents are also accepted after admissions review. No diploma or GED yet? You may still qualify. Students who pass a U.S. Department of Education approved Ability to Benefit (ATB) test can join our Eligible Career Pathway Program (ECPP), which lets you work toward an adult-education high school diploma online through C4L Academy while you train at Milan. Admissions can tell you whether you qualify.

Milan Institute Merced is located at 780 Loughborough Drive, Merced, CA 95348. Call 209-205-2823 to schedule a campus tour. Programs offered at this campus: Administrative Medical Assistant, Medical Assisting, Dental Assistant, Cosmetology, Advanced Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetician, Advanced Esthetician, Manicurist. Also nearby: Milan Institute Fresno (N. Fresno) at 7575 N Fresno St, Fresno, CA 93720; Milan Institute Fresno (W. Shaw) at 3117 W. Shaw Ave, Ste 108, Fresno, CA 93711.

For beauty programs (Cosmetology, Advanced Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetician, Advanced Esthetician and Manicurist), you must be at least 17 years old by the time you complete your program and be past your state’s compulsory school-attendance age. For Administrative Medical Assistant, Medical Assisting and Dental Assistant, you must be at least 18 years old by the time you complete your program and be past your state’s compulsory school-attendance age. Students under 18 can enroll with a parent or guardian’s signature on the enrollment agreement.

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