california Date: 04-01-2025

The Best 18 Hair Salon in Santa Monica, CA (part 2)

Name salonsAddress
1Blowdry Hair Plus1326 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
2Tabb & Sparks Salon1109 Montana Ave #1/2, Santa Monica, CA 90403
3LALENA, Ouidad Signature Salon739 10th St A, Santa Monica, CA 90402
4Hair Extensions by Aiya Hair Salon1333 Ocean Ave F & G, Santa Monica, CA 90401
5Hair Designers Studio1507 4th St A, Santa Monica, CA 90401
6Adriana’s Hair Studio2917 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
7Zaine Colour Salon1609A Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
8Gatica Hair1302 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403
9Blade & Brush, Inc1302 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403
10Oceana Salon2730 Neilson Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405
11Eve European Salon318 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
12Salon Republic Santa Monica on 5th1358 5th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
13Fringe Hair Salon3015 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
14Brambila Salon1327 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
15Saulino Smith Salon1431 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
16V.A.D.A Hair1358 5th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
17AHHA HAIR1358 5th St suite 307, Santa Monica, CA 90401
18Organic Beauty Bar1333 2nd St suite 100 Studio 0, Santa Monica, CA 90401

1.Blowdry Hair Plus

Address: 1326 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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(53) Reviews Blowdry Hair Plus:

Tracy McGeagh Fiona is a master at everything hair - from color to highlights to cut to blow dry. She transformed my color after Madison Reed (the color bar) ruined it - she is also incredibly fast and finishes blow drys in 30-45 minutes and cut and color in 1.5 hours - I highly recommend Fiona of Blow Hair Dry Plus!
5 /5
Janet Guyette Fiona is an expert hair colorist. She understands how to achieve a natural look and spends the time needed to create it. I highly recommend her.
5 /5
Ivana Barbir Fiona did a fantastic job. She was efficient and precise at the same time. Will come back.
5 /5
Customer Service I love my hair and the experience was fabulous! Fiona really took the time to understand what I wanted and the color I wanted. I received professional services at a reasonable cost. The services I received include a hair cut, color and highlights and a blow dry. I was very pleased with the end result and had felt very confident walking out of her salon!
5 /5

2.Tabb & Sparks Salon

Address: 1109 Montana Ave #1/2, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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(77) Reviews Tabb & Sparks Salon:

Melodie Meyer I love this place, I get a blowout and curl. Every stylist has been great. You can tell they really care about making you look and feel good. The vibe of the salon is also very fun. Great prices as well.
5 /5
Breanna Elias I had an amazing experience with Irene at Tabb & Sparks! I came in for Japanese hair straightening, and she did an incredible job. My hair has never been this smooth, sleek, and frizz-free! Irene took the time to thoroughly explain the process and made sure I was comfortable throughout and took a lot of care on maintaining the integrity of my hair. She is not only skilled but also incredibly friendly and professional. I’m pleased with the results—my hair looks healthier and has been so much more manageable. Thank you, Irene, for making my hair look fabulous!
5 /5
Megan Kenney Kristina is AMAZING. She took all the brassiness out of my hair and gave me the most beautiful brown color (partial highlights)! I forgot to take a before photo but you can see the orange brassiness in the photo taken at the dodger game... I also got a great haircut from Michael! I wont go anywhere else, I am so so happy with the results!
5 /5
Margaret Friedmann Emma did an amazing job on my base color today. It is slightly darker and looks nice. Sydney did a nice job on blow drying my hair. Very nice salon and everyone is pleasant as well. Thank you.
5 /5
Monica Smallshaw I had a hectic day and was late to my dry bar appointment. Walked down the street and asked if they could last minute do my hair for a 60s themed party. Irene did a phenomenal job in an hour and was so kind and made me feel relaxed on a busy day. The service and vibes were 20/10!!
5 /5

3.LALENA, Ouidad Signature Salon

Address: 739 10th St A, Santa Monica, CA 90402

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(53) Reviews LALENA, Ouidad Signature Salon:

Tatiana Froehlich I had an amazing first experience here! I have type 3 curls, and it was my first time getting a haircut from a curly hair specialist. Madison is the stylist who I was assigned to, and she did a phenomenal job handling all my questions, teaching me all about curls, and about how to care for and style them. She also listened to my vision extremely well, while recommending certain shifts based on her knowledge & experience of curl type and face shape etc. I feel that she executed on the vision we agreed on extremely well, and also trimmed a little extra after styling after I asked for a tweak. The overall salon feel was very positive overall as well. Good vibes from everyone I interacted with. Highly recommend. It felt very worth the price!
5 /5
Melissa P I had to review my disappointing haircut and stylist. I came in for a consultation and it seemed like Grace heard what I wanted. She explained what I wanted correctly after describing what I was looking for, particularly with my bangs. I had to come in a second time because only after 2 weeks, my hair felt fully grown out and lost the structure. When I came in the second time, again I explained what was happening and again emphasized the style, length and thickness of how I wanted my bangs, more specifically. I had grown it out for months and she knew I was growing it out. NOW, my bangs are effing short (shorter than when I came in the first and second time). It has no movement and its much more thicker, wider and has no structure to it. What made it thicker is she added more bangs higher back. I told her I wanted my ends to be wispier. How does it end up shorter and thicker??!! Now I have to start over which will take months again. When I seek out a new stylist or any, I explain what I want AND I show them pictures which I did with Grace. Now, Im left with opposite of what I thought she understood and what I wanted. I sent her message and no response. Pics are before and after of bangs.
1 /5
Trinity Brought It was my first time cutting my hair very short. And let me tell ya, it turned out better than I expected. My hairstylist, Lesley, cut my hair and did a fantastic job. She is also the sweetest women ever. My boyfriend and I enjoyed her company and had a blast with her. She is very dedicated to her job, and I could see it in my haircut. Lesley made me confident in myself and I am thankful to her. I will definitely be becoming back in the near future to get my hair cut again.
5 /5
Areli Orozco The service especially on a Sunday morning!!! oooof girl you are getting the whole package!!! Bomb cut and style ✨✨✨✨✨with a good as meditative nap especially for my momma toddlers out there, it felt like i was resting but i was conscious, meditation at its finest !! All im saying this is the perfect Sunday morning TLC . But it gets better, it’s almost a week and my curls definition and volume are flourishing, They really embrace how well the stylist took care of my hair. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
5 /5
Tyara Clayton New location, same great salon. I’m so glad Madison moved to the new spot because she’s my go-to for a curly cut. She helped get my very fine hair to a healthy state & gives me tips to avoid knots. The new spot is also super cute with massaging shampoo chairs & an amazingly quick dryer.
5 /5

4.Hair Extensions by Aiya Hair Salon

Address: 1333 Ocean Ave F & G, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(27) Reviews Hair Extensions by Aiya Hair Salon:

Eve Tilley-Coulson I’ve been going to Anya for years for highlights, but recently decided to go back to my natural hair color (brunette). I was nervous to do so but Anya did an amazing job and I absolutely love it. Her salon is calm and relaxing and she makes the entire experience feel tailored to you and your hair.
5 /5
lucas griggs Anya is incredible! After growing my hair out for almost 5 years, she was the first to cut it. And it’s been her for the last several years. Sadly, I’m relocating to NY. But I’m considering flying back literally just to keep my hairs in order. She truly has an incredible touch. I only get cuts from her, but I know a lot of her other clients and if I had any interest in color and extensions, she would be my only choice in LA.
5 /5
Larry Cruz My wife and I just love this little salon gem in Santa Monica. Its a nice private experience and Anyas attention to detail with color is superb. Shes very knowledgeable with color. We get the Ammonia free color service. Cant say enough good things.
5 /5
Rupali Vohra Anya is nice, but I didnt like the balayage that I received. The first two images are the colors I asked for (in an ombre), and the rest are the color I received (after two washes). It was much lighter on her first attempt, and this is after an attempted fix. The color is also inconsistent in the layers of my hair - some of the pieces are much more orange and lighter. Overall, I liked my haircut, but not the color. I probably wouldnt recommend Anya for brunette balayage, unless youre trying to go blonde. We also ran out of time, so I wasnt able to get my hair blown out at the end of the appointment. She did give me a $50 refund for that. I will be spending another several hundred dollars trying to get this fixed from someone else.
2 /5
Natalie Paziotopoulos I can’t recommend Anya at Aiya Hair Salon in Santa Monica enough! Not only is she absolutely beautiful inside and out, but her salon is such a warm and inviting space. You feel like you’re visiting a close friend in the comfort of her home. Anya uses the most natural, hydrating products that have worked wonders for my hair. Her talent with color, cuts, and blowouts is unmatched—I always leave feeling my absolute best! On top of her skill, Anya is sweet, kind, and turns every appointment into a relaxing escape. Truly the best hairstylist and salon experience!
5 /5

5.Hair Designers Studio

Address: 1507 4th St A, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(46) Reviews Hair Designers Studio:

Kevin Lunn Best haircuts I’ve ever had. Fahimeh is a total gem, highly recommend!
5 /5
Beth Fry Absolutely amazing experience at this salon, Ira took great care of me & did an excellent job. He has magic hands!! I had my hair trimmed, treated and styled beautifully. If i lived in LA this would certainly be my go to salon. I highly recommend Ira, he was so lovely and very talented.
5 /5
Speedster2707 I was recommended to Hair Designers Studio by a friend. When I had my first (mens) haircut I had no idea that I would be making another friend. Fahema has been cutting my hair for 10 years now. I am always greeted by a warm smile and a hug and I feel like Im treated like family there. Her attention to detail is second to none. She has been cutting hair for over 50 years and definitely knows how to do it. If youre even thinking about this place, just do it. Its a no-brainer.
5 /5
Shahbano Imran Fahimeh is a true expert! She did a last minute updo for me for a wedding, and it was gorgeous. Also gave some great hair care tips. I only wish I lived in LA and could get my hair cut with her as well. Highly recommend.
5 /5
Azize Sahin I’m new to the area and have been on the prowl for a good salon. I stumbled upon Hair Designer’s studio during a google search after an unfortunate haircut at a local chain salon. I decided to book a haircut with Fahimeh after reading the great reviews. As soon as I walked through the door, I was greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming energy. Fahimeh is delightful! She loves what she does and enjoys bringing joy to people. All of her years of experience really show. She is warm, courteous, and professional. She was meticulous with my haircut and made helpful recommendations without being pushy. I felt she had a vision for me and was genuinely excited to help me look my best. I was so impressed with the quality of my hair cut that day, I came back the following day for additional services (keratin treatment) and will be back for eyebrows and a facial.
5 /5

6.Adriana’s Hair Studio

Address: 2917 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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(33) Reviews Adriana’s Hair Studio:

Christy Chen Such a good hair appointment not only did a get exactly what I wanted, also had some of my best conversations in hair salons. She’s so so nice, and knows exactly what she’s doing. I waited for a week to comment cuz I wanted to see how my hair is holding up after a wash and it did not disappoint me in anyways
5 /5
Juliana Gomez Adriana is always such a sweet person!! I love her service and she’s always making sure I’m comfortable and she’s super friendly. I love what she did with my hair so much!
5 /5
Fleur Van Rosmalen I am travelling from the Netherlands and wanted to get my hair done in time for my birthday this Saturday! Adriana helped me and made more time for me so I could Color my hair aswell as cut it. She professionally looked at my hair to decide what would be best for the Color that I was looking for and she absolutely nailed it! The head massage during the washing process was the best I have ever had, the perfect amount of pressure! I am so happy with how my hair has turned out and thank you adriana for the wonderful experience!!!
5 /5

7.Zaine Colour Salon

Address: 1609A Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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(32) Reviews Zaine Colour Salon:

Isabel VA Got my hair colored by Herminia and Emmanuel at this salon last week and it was such an amazing experience! Everyone was so welcoming and kind. When you get color done it can be a lengthy process, but the time honestly flew by! Im absolutely OBSESSED with the results. My hair texture wasnt compromised which was important to me! They both were very knowledgeable on all the products and were very helpful with all my questions as well. I included some pics:)
5 /5
Latifah I had the BEST experience at Zaine Colour Salon! I was in town and was in need of a blowout so I popped into Zaine without looking them up prior and they were able to accommodate me on the spot. I really lucked out finding this gem of a salon. Emmanuel was my stylist and I can’t express enough how talented he is. He gave me one of the best blowouts I’ve ever had. I’ve had a few blowouts since and nothing compares to Emmanuel’s phenomenal work. I can’t wait to return for more services, it’s my new favorite salon in Los Angeles!
5 /5
Megan Dalke Agi has been doing my cut and color for 3 years now and she’s is amazing at giving me exactly what I want. She’s incredible at natural blonde.
5 /5
Brianna P Emmanuel is the best! He is so talented, and I really trust him. He has done an amazing job transitioning my hair from blonde to brunette.
5 /5
diana rod I love this place good vibes Emanuel is the best.♡ Is about you and not your money. :) Felling very happy about finding this unique spot. Thank you very much. They definitely know what they are doing I appreciate you. Not expensive at all wich really helps. Feeling good.
5 /5

8.Gatica Hair

Address: 1302 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403

(17) Reviews Gatica Hair:

Ashley Vincent So friendly and gave me exactly what I was looking for!!
5 /5
octavio vidal Great haircut! I found Ana by doing some research on Reddit after jumping from different haircut places over the years. She did a really great job on the first go and her prices are very reasonable. I will be coming back!
5 /5
Ron F. I was Referred to Ana from a friend few years ago , since the first haircut I realized she has magnificent skills and has been giving me the best haircut I have ever gotten from anyone . Making appointments with her is really easy, you have the ability to do it on her website . I have been extremely happy with Her service, she also has a wonderful personality combined with a beautiful smile ... I recommend Blade & Brush to everyone , you will be happy every time .
5 /5
Maria McCain I have been really happy with my highlights and haircuts. She does a wonderful job and the price is right!
5 /5
Kathryn Kuby I love Ana! Shes great!
5 /5

9.Blade & Brush, Inc

Address: 1302 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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(23) Reviews Blade & Brush, Inc:

D B I have been going to Ana since 2014. She is patient and listens to what you want. She is reliable. She is the best colorist Ive been to. She is good with curly or straight hair. She does not do the brazilian treatment. If you need a great color and cut she is the one to call. No problems ever.
5 /5
Connmar A. Julian OAry Got a haircut by Dorothy today. Fast and excellent quality. Perla has great skills. Had other great haircuts by other great hair dressers at Blade & Brush.
5 /5
Rhonda Rhonda Perla is the best. I have been going to her to get my hair dyed, highlighted, cut, and blown dry for so long I dont want to say...Even before I had gray hair! She is great at what she does!
5 /5
Lorenna Taylor Awesome Human TY Wigs for Kids participating Salon Clean Great atmosphere Dog friendly Affordable Knowledgeable
5 /5
Jacqueline Orellana Evelyn (Blue) is so amazing. She always cuts my hair the way I like it. I’ve been getting my haircut with her for 9 years and does a extraordinary job.
5 /5

10.Oceana Salon

Address: 2730 Neilson Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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(12) Reviews Oceana Salon:

Jewels Simon Claire Seine is amazing! She is been beautifying my luscious locks for ten years now! She brings a wonderful energetic experience to perfection.
4 /5
Lisa Ouellette I flew from Denver to get my hair cut by Mariko! She does exactly what I want every time! I love her! This time I flew from Denver to Phoenix, grabbed my 87 year old mom and drove over! My mom could not get what she wanted anywhere in Arizona. Mariko made her feel beautiful, younger...and brought her sass right out! Shes already asking when she should go again to keep it looking like this!!! Thank you Mariko!!!!
5 /5
Ken Brown They do a great job on my head!
5 /5
Stanley Rubin Excellent and knowledgeable care of your hair for both men and women.
5 /5
gabriela popescu Loved the concert; the hall is marvelous; the audience can be ... immature.
5 /5

11.Eve European Salon

Address: 318 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(35) Reviews Eve European Salon:

Derek Castillo They helped fix my sister’s badly damaged hair (by a different salon) and they have great advice on how to make it all better. Very warm and welcoming environment. Under new ownership by Giorgi and his wife Maka. Lovely people. Come check them out!
5 /5
Tommy Lin I love this salon! My family and I have been coming for over 5 years now. Alex, Brenda, and the rest of the team are so professional, kind, and accommodating. The salon is clean and modern. I actually come weekly to see Alex to get my haircut. I definitely recommend Eve Salon for all of your hair, nails, and facial needs!
5 /5
emil berger This place is amazing People are professional and so nice. Brenda does my hair and nails and she is very very good. I’ve had facials with Maka and I look so glowing afterwards. I recommend this salon highly.
5 /5
Emma Huang I almost never leave reviews, but the service I received at this salon was above and beyond. Maka and her husband were so kind to me and the others in the salon. I got a pedicure with Maka, and she had extreme attention to detail. I love the results. They also have a great color selection with really trendy colors. Also really reasonable prices for the area. Don’t pass on this place!
5 /5

12.Salon Republic Santa Monica on 5th

Address: 1358 5th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(18) Reviews Salon Republic Santa Monica on 5th:

Cameron Bass-Jackson Perfect location for me. Ive been going to my guy for cut and color for almost a year. @Hairbystevenbruitrago
5 /5
Kim Young I moved here two months ago opened new hair studio Kimyounghair from 2nd St Salon Republic. I have been with this company for eight years. I really like work with this company and location plus our property manager at the front desk Jana, is so professional and with such a nice personality also all business owner seems nice. I am look forward for long term business at this location :)
5 /5
Marlene Meissner Great place,parking..and Richard is great hair stylist
5 /5

13.Fringe Hair Salon

Address: 3015 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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(28) Reviews Fringe Hair Salon:

Erin Lewis Fringe is such a cute salon, very bright and airy. Elizabeth cut my hair and did a phenomenal job, bringing my vision to life. Everyone was warm and friendly, and it was just a lovely experience. Will definitely go back!
5 /5
samantha stockton If you need highlights do not hesitate to see Linda! She is the best and took her time with me even though she had other clients in. Not to mention she designed the salon so well. Its large and airy and my cortisol went down 5 notches when I stepped in. Thank you for my amazing blonde Linda!
5 /5
Julia Clancy Linda is the best, and she has built an amazing community at Fringe. Im so lucky I walked in for a haircut a couple of years ago! Im a loyal customer and my hair has never been happier. Thanks Linda and team!
5 /5
Will Power So I bought my wife a cut and color off Groupon so she could get her hair professionally done. Im not exaggerating when I mean "professional" either. We were in the market to find my wife a hair salon that she would enjoy and look forward to going to being that we just recently moved to the LA area. After reading the reviews of this hair salon, we decided to give it a try. Im happy that we did. She was looking for a hair salon that valued her opinion, voiced their concerns on whats best for what shes looking for, and above all, a friendly atmosphere where she felt welcomed and treated with the upmost respect and not like just "another customer." While patiently waiting and sitting in the hair chair for several hours with a bad knee, she hasnt stopped talking about the FANTASTIC service and accommodations that this salon and her hair stylist provided to her throughout the lengthy process. She was extremely pleased that the stylist was understanding and allowed her to stand up and stretch out her bad knee throughout the whole process without showing or giving any negative attitude or poor customer service due to her temporary physical disability with her knee. She mentioned to me that during her coloring and her hair cut that her stylist shared and showed her current progress to her fellow coworkers throughout the appointment. That to me not only shows the stylists best interest for her customer but also being a team player and being open to hear her other coworkers questions, comments, and concerns (not saying she needed them), but it was nice of her to have done so. My wife is EXTREMELY pleased and VERY thrilled to have her hair done by SHAWN and is looking forward to her next appointment. I tip my hat off to Shawn. Thank you for taking excellent care of my wife and putting a smile back on her face!! :)
5 /5
August Yadon I come here every time I get my hair cut. Linda always cuts it perfectly and checks in to make sure its how I want it during the cut. I think they dont advertise mens cuts heavily but theyre great at short cuts.
5 /5

14.Brambila Salon

Address: 1327 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(122) Reviews Brambila Salon:

Joanne Vega Brambila Salon is the BEST salon in LA. Mary is incredible with color and cut! Truly the best stylist I’ve ever had. 20/10 would recommend! Beautiful studio overlooking the ocean, excellent customer service and hospitality. Every time I come I’m greeting with a delicious coffee, tea, sparkling water etc. The staff is so fun and friendly, this salon is so much more than a hair appointment - the overall experience is incredible and I get the BEST results every time! LOVE LOVE LOVE. Thank you Brambila Salon!
5 /5
Ariana La France I went to get a blowout at Brambila for the first time and Maurice gave me such a lovely experience I plan on coming back to see him for my next haircut and keratin! Not only did he give me a gorgeous blowout that lasted days but he also analyzed my hair health and gave me some great suggestions!
5 /5
Cara DeAngelis Maurice was so attentive to my requests and questions on how to even out my jaw-length bob. He knew what I was looking for and took time and great care in getting the haircut to where it needed to be with the pre-existing quirks my hair has as certain areas are growing out. He’s also genuinely enjoyable to be around and puts his customers at great ease.
5 /5
Heather Wallander I used to NEVER leave the house with my hair wet, because I couldn’t trust it would look good when it dried. In fact 99% of the time, if I didn’t have time to style it I had it up in a bun / ponytail. BUT For the last month+ I leave the house with my hair wet ALL THE TIME. It has been a game changer for me when it comes to getting ready and especially when I’m running late. Maurice was fantastic. I went in for a Brazilian blowout, but he tested my hair to see what worked better and recommended the keratin treatment. My hair is smoother and healthier than it’s ever looked. I’ve attached a before (I really had to dig to find one since I rarely went out with it having dried on its own) and after. The after picture is with no styling and is just how it dried. It’s not perfect, but Maurice had set the expectation it wouldn’t be, but that my hair would be much better. I absolutely love it and will definitely be back at the 3 month mark.
5 /5

15.Saulino Smith Salon

Address: 1431 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(79) Reviews Saulino Smith Salon:

Marina Lang I recently had the pleasure of working with Farah, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Her expertise in color correction is truly remarkable; she transformed my hair with precision and skill. Beyond her technical abilities, she is a delight to work with—professional, kind, and made the entire experience enjoyable. If you’re seeking a top-notch stylist who excels in both talent and customer service, look no further than Farah!
5 /5
Jasmin Helena Pamela is an absolute gem! She worked her magic on my very long, very curly hair and gave me the most beautiful sun-kissed highlights. Managing all this hair is no small feat, but she took her time, handled it with such care, and made the whole experience so enjoyable. Her passion for what she does truly shines through, and she’s one of the sweetest stylists I’ve ever met. If you’re looking for someone who’s not only talented but also genuinely loves making her clients feel amazing, Pamela is the one! Highly recommend!
5 /5
Stacie Thomas I’ve been coming here for a little over a year and love Taylor! When my stylist moved out of state after Covid, Taylor was one of a few recommendations she gave to consider. After going in a different direction for a while (some with disastrous results!) a friend recommended Taylor - and I remembered the original recommendation - and the stars aligned! I wish I had come here from the start. Taylor colors my hair perfectly, gives a great cut, is fun and sassy, and has recommended great products. My hair is healthy and happy again thanks to Taylor!
5 /5
Dina Renee I cant recommend Farah enough to those in search of top-notch hair services! Shes incredibly kind and attentive, truly taking the time to listen. Given my past experiences with less-than-satisfactory color jobs, the prospect of getting highlights made me a bit anxious. Yet, from the moment I met her, Farahs impressive 24 years of experience in the field immediately put my worries to rest. She skillfully transformed my long, previously untreated dark hair, adding stunning depth and vibrancy to it. On top of that, she gave me a fabulous haircut that Im absolutely in love with. Farah is definitely the go-to person for anyone wanting an amazing haircut and color!
5 /5

16.V.A.D.A Hair

Address: 1358 5th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(82) Reviews V.A.D.A Hair:

Neda Bayat Been coming to Vanessa & Amad for my hair for years. I’ll follow them anywhere. My hair is always refreshed and looking amazing even if I go in looking like a mess. Plus, it’s like free therapy because they are natural healers so you feel good as well as look good. This is a great place for my hair and my brain!!
5 /5
C F Ive been going to Vanessa for several years now and she is amazing!! She listens to what you want and delivers every time. Cut, color, highlights, lowlights, toner, bangs, layers - she does it all to perfection. Im always happy with the results and I love my hair. Its healthy and shiny and I receive compliments all the time. Im so happy that I found Vanessa and you will be, too. Best hairstylist ever! Highly recommend!
5 /5
Casey McKinnon Ive been getting my hair cut here for about 5 years and have always had a good experience. Im a very picky customer and Vanessa always listens to me and never cuts off more than I ask. She always finds the best way to shape my hair and bring it to life. Recently I decided to try a new hair color, so I started doing a lot of research to find the best place for me. I read horror stories of other salons on Yelp, so I decided to give Salon Viva a chance. Vanessa gave me a free consultation and I decided to give her a shot. I brought in photos of what I wanted and she did her best to help me get the color I wanted. Im very happy with her work and dedication. In addition to all this, the price is competitive and they do not charge extra to dry and style your hair, which I appreciate.
5 /5
Vero Sweethobby I was very lucky to find Vanessa about 4 years ago while looking for a hairstylist who could fix the mess I had in my hair done by some other places. I was surprised to see how many amazing 5 star reviews she had on Yelp so I took a chance and got my appointment. My hair was in really bad shape and she was so careful and knowledgeable, she did an amazing job. Since then shes my go to stylist, I see her very often, I love how my highlights and lowlights look and she cuts like magic! Not to mention shes super friendly and welcoming. I have recommended Vanessa to all of my friends, you should visit her too.
5 /5
Ariea Bastami I had an incredible experience at VADA Hair Salon! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and valued. Amad provided me with sound hair advice, guiding me on the best products and practices for my hair type. His expertise truly made a difference in the health and look of my hair. Amad was not only friendly but also exceptionally skilled. His attention to detail and genuine care for his clients satisfaction is unmatched. I highly recommend Amad and his services to anyone looking for top-notch hair care. VADA Hair Salon has definitely earned a loyal customer in me!
5 /5

17.AHHA HAIR

Address: 1358 5th St suite 307, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(17) Reviews AHHA HAIR:

Lena T Annika is the first person in the states that Ive ever trusted with my natural (3b/c) hair, and the first person anywhere to ever color it, other than myself. And I couldnt be happier with my results! I never write long reviews, but this feels warranted. Backstory: Ive been highlighting my own hair sporadically since 2020. Recently, though, I got a bit too careless with my technique, which resulted in some serious banding and brassiness. Unfortunately, I dont have any "before" pictures because I couldnt bear to look at it, let alone capture it on camera. But to visualize, the banding was so bad that in some parts it almost looked like leopard print. Needless to say, it was absolutely nowhere near the slightly chunky balayage I had in mind. & I knew I needed professional help. Back to the review: Annika was very knowledgable during our consultation, and I felt so safe putting the fate of my hair in her hands. She explained everything we would do with full honesty, telling me what styles would and wouldnt work for my hair. After the actual appointment, I can tell you one thing for certain, she KNOWS what shes doing. My tragic DIY "highlights" are now completely unrecognizable, and I finally feel confident wearing my hair out without needing to style it just to hide the banding. Plus, my hair still feels healthy and strong. Shortly after my appointment, I went out to run errands and ended up garnering compliments on my hair color at almost every place I stopped — which, was a fun bonus to the overall great experience I had that day& also a testament to the quality of Annikas work. I do know that shes incredibly skilled with a variety of hair textures, but I especially want to highlight this for my fellow curly hair folks. If ur looking for a stylist in the Santa Monica/West Los Angeles area who truly understands curly hair (which genuinely feels like finding a needle in a haystack) — congratulations, you’ve just found one in Annika. Book the consult girlll
5 /5
Debbie C One of my highlights of 2024 was having the pleasure to have been a client at AHHA Hair. I feel so fortunate to have met Annika and her daughter Arianna. They exceeded my expectations in every way. First of all, the hair expertise and experience is obvious. They know what they are doing, and their talent shines through. I would feel comfortable going to them for any hair scenario, i.e., color, cut, detangling, styling, etc. I’m confident that they can handle even the most challenging hair with ease. Simply put, they are pros. But beyond that, they are good people. They are kind, likable, funny and make you feel so comfortable from the moment you sit down in their chair. If I lived closer I would be a weekly client. But since it’s a bit long distance for me, I will look forward to visiting a few times a year for some hair maintenance, a kind smile and a warm hug!
5 /5
Justyna Mulligan “Hands down the best haircut I’ve ever had! The precision and attention to detail are unmatched. Anyka truly understood what I wanted and delivered a perfect cut that flatters my face and is easy to style. I’ve never felt so confident after a haircut! If you’re looking for expertise, precision, and someone who genuinely cares about their craft, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!”
5 /5
Ariana AHHA amazing! I cannot thank Annika and her daughter enough for saving my hair. My hair was severely matted and tangled, and several salons had turned me away. But Annika & her daughter put in the time to detangle my hair piece by piece and gave me a beautiful trim afterwards. They were so attentive, professional, and caring. They made me feel so beautiful!
5 /5
Jasmine Gipson Wowwwwwwwwww!!!!! Annika is simply the best. She made me feel comfortable and relaxed while detangling and styling my hair. Her studio is pristine. Her tools and products are top tier. I love her work. Annika is very well educated and has studied for many years and out in years of practice to become the expert hair stylist she is now. Don’t wait, just book. She is my go-to now!!
5 /5

18.Organic Beauty Bar

Address: 1333 2nd St suite 100 Studio 0, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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(41) Reviews Organic Beauty Bar:

Myra Horwitz Maggie is fabulous! Her color sense really wonderful. I’m a natural red head I have some grey and she ha been able to match my color beautifully. Love coming to her little salon. She is friendly and has a lovely way about her. I highly recommend for color and cuts!
5 /5
Cheryl Beychok My hair was damaged, falling out, overprocessed. I finally decided organic hair color might be a healthier option. I searched online and found this salon, close to home. My hair, now a year later, is much, much improved and growing in. I’m using organic products, recommended by Maggie, and my strands have really come back to life! Yes, I’m spending more but the results are worth it. The salon is charming and has a relaxing vibe. I’m so glad I found this place.
5 /5
Hannah Li I moved to LA last year and had been looking for a new salon/hair stylist and was repeatedly striking out! I’m very particular about products and working with someone who is honest and straightforward… thankfully came across Luz at Organic Beauty Bar and really happy with the results and experience working with her. (This is for highlights+ cut)
5 /5
Brittany Hartmire Highly recommend Maggie! She rehabbed my damaged hair that was fried from bleaching and got me back to a place where I could eventually go blonde again, ammonia-free. Overall great color, cuts, and styling!
5 /5
Erin Tice Looking for an amazing hair stylist who uses eco-friendly products and delivers amazing results all with the best of service?! Look no further. This is THE place to go in Santa Monica and in LA in general. It’s a spa-like experience and one you can feel good about - no killing your hair or the planet in the process!
5 /5