Discovery 19 Beauty & Hair - near Santa Monica, CA page 1

Hooman Pazwash Ashley is exceptional and cares about her customers looking and feeling great about her service. Shes been doing my brows for years and is able to do a combo wax and thread which works great for my sensitive skin.

Courtney Urbancsik I wont trust anyone else with my lashes! Ashley is so diligent and always makes my lashes look naturally lifted and lengthened with the Keratin Lash Lift. Also, Ive never had anyone else so meticulously thread my brows to perfection. 10/10!

Jennifer Jabara Robbie is the absolute best! He cuts my entire family’s hair and is especially skilled at bringing out the best shape for wavy/curly hair. Sebastian, Wayne… the whole crew there are awesome!

Madelyn Morrison Ask for a toner came out perfectly couldn’t be happier. Best experience I’ve had ever!! Highly recommend and guys were super nice and amazing prices for amazing quality

Cassidy Hart the worst hair cut and experience i have ever had. i lost my house in the palisades fire and was invited to the grammys. i went for a blowout and the stylist asked me if i wanted to trim my dead ends off. i said yes and he proceeded to chop 8 inches off of my hair and by the time he got to the front it was too late. naturally i was shocked and didn’t know how to respond so i just told him it was good. i noticed later that the cut was awful and I had to spend another $150 to get it fixed. truly the perfect example of someone putting there own creative wants over your requests.

Dawn Jenkins I have been coming to Soshin for maybe 20 years. I have been so very grateful to find a superb hair stylist, Noelle Ruiz, that really knows what she is doing and takes the time to do an excellent job. For the last decade, my husband goes to have her trim his hair as well.

Cyrus Cohanim The haircut was good.

Cameron Bass-Jackson Perfect location for me. Ive been going to my guy for cut and color for almost a year. @Hairbystevenbruitrago

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 :)

Marlene Meissner Great place,parking..and Richard is great hair stylist

Hannah Abedi Dennis is an incredibly talented artist and a great person. I get my bangs trimmed by him every few weeks, and he always does it perfectly. It is always a pleasure to get my hair done by him! If you’re looking for a reliable stylist that you can trust, I highly recommend Dennis!!

Austin Kevitch Dennis is the best male hair stylist in LA! Maybe even in the country. He honestly might be the best in the northern hemisphere. I tell all my friends about him.

Oxana TELEGINA Highly recommend Dennis Latay as a hair stilist and colourist ! Hi is able to change not only your hair but also your life! My hair is perfect! Thank you Dennis!!!!

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!

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!

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.

Mya Stoessel I cant praise my hair stylist enough! Shes not only incredibly sweet but also incredibly talented. I recently transitioned from dark blue to light pink, and the result is beyond amazing. My hair feels soft and healthy, a true testament to her skill and care. Highly recommend her for anyone looking for a fantastic stylist!

Michael Rey Eloisa has been cutting my hair for at least a decade. Somehow she manages to give me a cut that feels totally me yet younger and modern. She is consistent in her positive and caring attitude. She always delivers a style that gets me compliments. I always leave feeling better and lighter than when I arrived. That’s why I keep going back.

Nohemi Medina Eloisa has been my hair stylist for more than 5 years now (probably 10, but I’m bad with time) and she has always kept my hair feeling healthy even though I bleach it. I love going to her even though I have an hour commute because I know my hair will always look amazing, I get a lot of compliments, and the way she cuts it helps it grow faster. Any time someone asks for recommendations to a hair stylist I never hesitate to mention her. My hair loves you Eloisa!

carmen carrasco I went to the salon for a haircut and color with Elizabeth V., who did an amazing job on my hair!! I had some ideas about what I wanted, which she understood perfectly to give me the perfect cut. Elizabeth took her time to color, cut and style my hair, even tried a hydrating treatment on brittle hair, which I appreciated very much; super professional and friendly. The guy at the front desk was super nice too! The salon is beautiful. Thank you for an amazing service and great, knowledgeable staff!!!

Jessica Hirsch Elizabeth knows blonde! She is so good at identifying the best tone, warm or cool, based on hair type and complexion … and blended my grays too. I have been highlighting my hair for thirty years … have seen many stylists over the years in NY and LA, seeing the best of the best. Elizabeth is one of the best colorists I have been to. She also does a great cut! Not common to be able to trust your hair to one person who is so skilled with color and cut. I’m so relieved and happy!

Lia W I’m loving my haircut by Elizabeth. I’m writing this 2 months after my first visit, and the cut still looks great. Every day! I had another stylist at a different place for 6 years, and was apprehensive to change, but Elizabeth exceeded my expectations. My hair has volume, flow, with layers falling in the right places. As a practicing martial artist and grappler, hair that performs well in action and on the ground, is a must!

Philipp K. My haircut took maybe 4 minutes.. and it shows. Now that I’ve properly looked at it at home - it‘s extremely uneven, the „fade“ is basically non-existent in the back, different hair length all over. They didn’t dry my hair at all, I had the cuttings of my hair all over my face when I left. Even for a basic cut that was way below average service. Going to find a different place to fix whatever this is.

Jen Lyn Lemmer My fiancée went in for a color and trim before our wedding day. She asked for blonde. The color turned out orange. The girl had to ask her coworker for advice on how to fix it. It is now orange/yellow. She called it “Santa Monica blonde”. We were there for almost 6 hours. My fiancées scalp is now burned and she is in constant pain. We don’t know what to even do at this point. UPDATE: after the salon reached out, they offered to fix the issue. We are happy to report that Trevor made it right! We are able to get pictures now on our wedding day which is tomorrow!!! I am changing it to 5 stars and saying thank you for taking a horrible experience and making it a great one!

Heidi Eichinger I had an amazing experience! The color turned out perfect, exactly what I was hoping for, and the cut was fantastic. The stylist really listened to what I wanted and delivered beyond my expectations. I’m loving my new look—definitely recommend!

Jenifer Pitcher Don’t waste your money. I’ve been to a few Dry Bars in California, and I think it’s a waste. But this experience in Santa Monica was definitely the worst. After I was able to look in the mirror the girl that did my hair knew right away I was not happy. She didn’t offer to fix anything, and then was rude which added insult to injury. I’m traveling and realized I forgot my curling iron and hair brush and my husband had planned a romantic weekend for us and was excited to surprise me with various activities, so instead of just picking up a curling iron and doing my hair myself, I was like, oh it’s a special weekend I’ll treat myself and have my hair done. But this experience was bad and I hate the way my hair looks. I don’t know why they have a look book because they don’t even attempt to make it look like what you pick.

Amanda I have been here a few times and is always upbeat and fun, located across the street from a Whole Foods and nextdoor to a beauty supply shop (fun!) This location does get very busy and crowded though. I have been there on days where it is so loud you can barely hear and the appointments are all running late (DryBar outsources its communications so they are unable to call or email you if they are late. For this reason, NEVER book an important hair appointment right before an event on a weekend. If they are 20 minutes late they will not let you know until you are in the store!) I was most recently at this DryBar yesterday on a Wednesday morning at 10AM and all of the sinks filled even though it was nearly empty when I arrived. Pros: Fun and chic location with upscale clientele (one customer was wearing the most amazing pink and white ensemble Ive ever seen!) Cons: Busy.

Jodi Bye I’ve been coming here for over 6 months. Everything was good until today when I was 15 minutes late. They wouldn’t take me because I was late. I explains to the manger Denise that if they could just do a blow out on my hair in the amount of time they had, less 15 minute would be totally fine and I would finish it myself later as this was a bit of an emergency since I had an event coming up. She refused, I also mentioned I had waited 15 minutes many times to get my hair done, but the one time I’m 15 min late she can’t accommodate my request. Which was a totally reasonable request. People sometimes get their hair done for special events and unfortunately circumstances arise where a customer might be late especially in LA traffic. This is seriously the worst customer service I have ever had. This manager Denise is the worst, and honestly good luck with your business having this person managing it.

Kristy Mason Nikki is somewhat of a Santa Monica legend who I’ve been hearing about for years. I finally got the opportunity to book with her and after one visit, I understand the hype. Not only did she give me a haircut that brought out my best facial features, she gave me the best color and blow-out of my life. People often stop me in public to ask who does my color. Nikki is professional, warm, supremely talented, and she really understands her customers. Run to Nikki!!!!!

Tina Lauren Avoid at all costs. I wanted highlights for my new growth to blend. She gave me black and white (white: bleach on top already light hair) bands and blotches everywhere. It was a nightmare and I said I didn’t like it (obviously) with a look of horror on my face from even before she blowdried it because I could see how bad it looked even when it was wet and she started raising her voice at me saying she has been doing hair for a long time and that I didn’t pay enough to be unhappy. She saw the blotches after blow drying a little and said ok I’ll try to fix this one section- but the blotches were all over my hair everywhere. And she added more very dark (almost black) dye to the bottoms of my hair. My hair looked blackish/ streaky on the bottoms and brassy orange at the roots from the new highlights. She didn’t show up for the first appointment and tried to gaslight me telling me it was a different time (even though I had a text confirmation of the time), then I was super understanding and said ok let’s try another day. I had to go out of town for something important so needed my hair done before this event. So I went in (after she missed the first appointment) the day of my travels and she destroyed my hair. She was also late and I had to text her and remind her I had an appointment since she didn’t even show up the first time, to which she replied “ok but I’ll be late.” I had limited time and had to catch a flight that evening. Her attempt at fixing the blotchiness made it worse and more black on the ends while orangey on top. I was horrified and wondered if she was just learning to do hair and that’s why I got a deal? I heard her also (during my session) in an argument with someone outside the room while I waited saying that they didn’t have an appointment that day and the person said- yes i do, that’s why I am here. When she was raising her voice at me when I expressed my unhappiness and horror, I just wanted to get out of there and try to figure out how to fix it asap. I paid the minimum amount (no tip). She also told me it was Demi permanent dye so will fade after a few washes. I spent the first day of my travels trying to find an emergency hairdresser to fix my hair. I saw someone who couldn’t believe what I looked like and that I saw a professional. And I told her it was Demi so maybe she can try to get the dye out on the bottom at least and then do a root melt? And she tried to get the dye out but said there’s no way it is Demi permanent because it was barely coming out. She helped me as best as she could and told me to always curl my hair so that the blotches are hidden. She kept sighing and rolling her eyes in distress at what she had to work with. I did what she said, curling my hair while on my work trip, hoping that with more washes maybe the blotches would fade. Not only did all the processing and bleach Nikki added damage my hair, but it ruined my natural palette and will be hard for any hairdresser to work with now. I texted her afterwards explaining that I didn’t want to leave a bad review (she doesn’t have many reviews and I thought maybe she is in training and any review I make will have a significant impact), but just at least wanted a refund. She called me and started screaming at me and cursing and then handed the phone to a man who said I don’t have proof and saying that my opinion of not liking my hair is just an opinion. Needless to say she didn’t give me a refund and it was overall just a miserable experience and I would highly recommend looking elsewhere. So here are some pictures. Keep in mind that This is weeks later, after a professional tried to fix the bands and blotches and add a root melt. It is still blotchy. I would’ve loved to be able to express my dissatisfaction clearly and gotten respect and understanding in return but that didn’t happen. Also the pictures don’t even do full justice because it’s my phone camera and bathroom lighting. And reminder that this is after paying a second hairdresser to help fix it (and she did a great job and it is much better than it was before).

Leyla Montenegro AMAZING, COMPASSIONATE OWNER WHO GENUINELY HAS YOUR BEST INTEREST AT HEART. My recent experiences at Drybar and Hair Bar couldnt have been more different, and theyve left a lasting impact. Drybar let me down with a sudden cancellation, citing an "oversight," just a day before my scheduled appointment for a wedding. However, Nikki, stepped in and turned things around. Despite my tight schedule, Nikki went out of her way to try to accommodate me after hearing about my ordeal. Though she couldnt fit me in due to timing constraints, her genuine care and effort were incredibly refreshing. Its not every day you come across someone who genuinely cares about their clients well-being and happiness. Nikkis kindness and professionalism were a breath of fresh air. I cant recommend Hair Bar enough for their exceptional customer service and genuine concern for their clients satisfaction.

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.

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!!!!

Ken Brown They do a great job on my head!

Fernanda Fernandes He is such a great professional. I’ve been going there for almost 5 years now doing highlights. My hair was never this healthy and it just keeps getting better! Magical Hands!!!

C Silesky So happy I found Darcio and Carine! They are truly the best and have helped me so much in my hair growth journey! I’ve been going to them for a year and a half and will never go anywhere else now. When I first found them my hair was in pretty bad shape due to stress and damage and now its at least 6 inches longer(maybe more) fuller and healthier overall. Ive had their hair extensions that actually help your hair grow with their technique and look so natural, they really pick the best quality hair for you and match color and texture so it blends so well that no one knows unless you tell them lol I’ve also had cuts, keratin treatment, and wash / blow dry and always come out feeling so good! I always look forward to seeing them for my appointments, seeing my hair progress and coming out feeling fresh and happy, they are wonderful people, so talented at what they do, very knowledgeable and really care about helping you feel your best! Their transformations are amazing, the work speaks for itself! I Definitely recommend if you want to start your journey to having your best hair they will 100% help you get there!

Heglys Angell Darcio and Carine are amazing!!! Ive been getting my hair done by him for over 5 years and I always leave more than satisfied. He does a great job and takes exceptional care of our hair, always aiming to preserve it and leave it as natural and healthy as possible! The products he uses are excellent and Ive never had any problems with highlights because he TAKES CARE of them down to the smallest detail. A little over a year ago I moved to Arizona and last week I drove 6 hours to have my hair done by him because I trust the quality of the service and the results he always strives to provide the BEST!!! Without a doubt, he is the best in highlights and hair extensions! He is the only one I trust and I highly recommend him.

Allure Esthetics Stacy South in suite 2 is the absolute best there is for precision cuts (my hair is curly too and she mastered it) and color!! She matched my color so perfectly and after 2 months if it wasnt for the gray you would never know I color it. She is beyond amazing...cannot recommend her enough.

Judy Clark Darcio in suite 5 is a doll! Hes the only one I will let touch my hair. He cares about giving the best results, and uses the least amount of product for the least amount of damage. Hes been doing mine and my daughters highlights now for two years, and we will wait before going to anyone else. Our hair is never looked so healthy and the color is perfect! So happy I found him! He specializes in extensions. I tried them, but they were a little too much for me. Dont wait to the last minute cuz his calendar is always full.

Ashley Sundquist Maintaining blonde hair can be tough, but Sara Gasparotto at Salon Republic makes it easy. She rejuvenated my dry, damaged hair and brought it back to life with her magic! Blonde hair involved many steps - washing, toning, conditioning, highlighting, bleaching, processing, heating and cooling. Its chemically challenging and requires a skilled professional like Sara to make it happen. Check out these insane "before and after" photos of Saras transitioning my highlighted hair to full-on platinum blonde. I love my hair more than ever and Sara is the reason why. Check her out at Salon Republic! Here are some tips Sara shared to keep platinum hair bright: - Use Davines "MINU" and "NUNU" shampoo and conditioner - Wash only 2-3 times a day - If you do hot yoga (like me!) just blow it out after class and wear in a loose bun or ponytail - Keep heating tools to a minimum

Virginia Dyer All my curly friends, you must come here to see Bree and her team at Ouidad Salon. I had just moved to Santa Monica over a year ago and had been looking for a curly hair specialist for far too long. Thank goodness I found Bree! I have gone to several "curl" stylists in the past but have NEVER had a stylist so passionate about equipping me with the knowledge and skills to understand my own hair. This is the only place I will go to have my hair done from now on! After only a couple of visits I’ve never seen my hair so healthy and beautiful. Please make an appointment asap…. I guarantee you will love her and everyone else on the team!

Arianna Yotti Wow Madison was great! My hair felt loved and well taken care of. I went for a giant cut, the shortest I’ve ever gone with my curly hair, it was a drastic cut and she worked magic. All the stylists and staff were all welcoming, encouraging, and friendly during the entire visit

Colleen Plimpton Several weeks ago my lovely daughter gifted me my first haircut at Ouidad Santa Monica and I have NEVER had such a good haircut. My heretofore frizzy hair is now manageable, soft, attractive and curly! Love the products, and I cant praise Madison highly enough. I will be back. Thanks!

Sarah Stepien Carolann does AMAZING color and cut! She is absolute perfection and would recommend her to anyone! She actually does more male haircuts, but Ive been going to her for over 15 years and shes amazing everytime!

Cyan Florkowski I had Carol Ann and she did a wonderful job! I have very long hair and am terrified of haircuts. She totally understood and did exactly as I asked and walked me through her ideas. She didn’t take off more than we discussed/ what I said I wanted. Now my hair is feeling great and healthy! She is also very personable and friendly. 100% recommend her and the salon!

Alyssa McHugh I’ve been going to Kelly for over 5 years and have been so happy with the results. She is professional, talented and knowledgeable about hair. I always get compliments on my highlights. Even if I wait too long between appointments they grow out naturally. I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone looking for a quality hairdresser in Santa Monica. Additionally, Salon 626 is a friendly and welcoming environment and I always have a lovely experience there.

DIANA KEINEJAD I recently had my hair colored by Taylor at Coloration Bar, and I couldnt be more thrilled with the results! Taylor is an exceptional colorist with an innate understanding of what her clients want. Its rare to find someone who can not only grasp the exact color you envision but also deliver flawless results. Highly recommend for anyone looking to perfectly capture their desired look!

Bea Szerencses Chumley My first time visiting Coloration Bar and Ive had the best of the best experience. Called last minute and Natalie was so nice to accommodate me. Maryam who cut my hair is really sweet, professional and gave me such a great haircut! It is a very calm environment I am definitely going back!

Kellen Amaris Gold Trigg I had high hopes for this based on the glowing reviews. If I hadn’t bought the Groupon for a haircut, I’d have left. The place needs to be scrubbed, first of all. The woman who cut my hair saw me enter the premises, and then looked down at her phone for a full ten seconds before acknowledging me. Secondly, i didn’t see a single cosmetology license in the whole place. Yikes. Lastly, I wasn’t expecting a blow dry since it wasn’t part of the Groupon deal, but she started blow drying my hair after the cut so I thought maybe she was feeling generous. But she didn’t use a brush, she just kept fluffing up my hair with her hands so it ended up looking like a mushroom. Then she announces she’s done and hands me a mirror. I can’t believe she thought it was acceptable to half-dry someone’s hair without brushing it out. Half of my hair was still wet. She used no heat-protectant. I was so flabbergasted I couldn’t even respond, I just wanted to get out of there. Didn’t tip and won’t return. It seriously felt like a punishment for using a Groupon.

Dean Massee Scott is the best stylist I’ve been too. In addition to his top notch skill, he takes time to learn about your hair. He listens to your concerns, needs, ideas etc to make sure he gets it right and you’re happy with the cut. After all, we know our hair better than anyone. It’s a collaborative process. Prices are fair, the studio is clean, and Scott has a great personality. Go no further. You have found the best!

Brian OSullivan I found Scott a few years ago, when I finally made the adult decision to stop going to Great Clips. He is a wizard with the scissors. Seriously. I went to random barbers in the past, and was never completely satisfied with their work. I’ve been exclusively going to Scott for almost 3 years now, and I’ve honestly never received more compliments from friends or family on my hair, in my life. On top of being an expert barber, he’s also just a delightful dude. He’s super easy to communicate with (both while in the chair, and when making appointments), and I plan on returning for many years. I used to hate having to get my hair cut. Now I look forward to it.

sandersmatthewr Scott is the man. Hands down the most knowledgeable hair stylist I have ever had who takes the time to explain your hair, what it does, and what it will take to get the look you want. I have had several cuts now and each one is better than the last. My hair grows out well and looks better as it gets longer thanks to the attention to detail that Scott has. Also, if you found this looking for a review on Mo Flo, I’ve been using it since my first cut and it’s the best holding product for hair that I have used. I like a matte, dry finish and this stuff is perfect, doesn’t cause me to breakout, and holds for a long time, even sweating it out in the gym. Go see Scott and get a great cut. You won’t be disappointed.