Prior to moving to Novato in 2014, I had been getting my hair colored with All-Nutrient organic color in another part of the country. Upon moving, I asked the All-Nutrient rep for a recommendation in this area. He recommended the salon where Abby had been in San Rafael. At first I was doubtful I could get the same color quality and expertise in hair styling in one person. I was wrong. Abby is by far the best hair-colorist and stylist I have had. As others have noted, she creates a friendly, welcoming atmosphere; she listens and will help you get the "look" that is best for you. As a colorist, she is amazing. I always get compliments on the color. In addition to the organic color, she also uses a product that makes the hair soft, luxurious and shiny. She is the real deal, the whole package. I am thankful for Abby and I recommend her wholeheartedly. read more

Abby is the best! She cut my long, straight shapeless hair to a shorter, shoulder length style after we talked about what I thought I wanted and what she recommended based on her analysis of my thin hair, my facial features and my hectic life. Abby took time to carefully style my hair to make it easy to manage while giving me a completely different look. I moved to the East Bay and happily drive to San Rafael for one of her great cuts. I always leave with a smile on my face. Abby takes time with each cut and you never feel she's rushed; plus, she's always on time! The bonus is that Abby is fun to talk to as her world experiences and love of life make you want to stay longer and chat! The bottom line...if you want a great haircut by someone who listens, Abby is your stylist. read more

I have long straight black hair. I had a great hair stylist in SF for 20 years, whom I've become very attached to as my hair stylist. However, I saw and loved one of my girlfriend's hair and asked who did her hair. So I tried a different hair stylist first time in almost 20 yrs, and I've been getting my hair cuts by Abby ever since for the last 2 years. I have received many compliments from my lady friends. I have referred many of my girlfriends, who love my hair cut, to Abby since. And they love their hair cuts too. Aside from her great skill as a hair stylist, she also has a great and warm personality, so easy to connect with and talk to. I highly recommend her. read more

It was my lucky day when I found Abby and I have been going to her for more than three years. Abby takes the time to REALLY look at you to determine the right color and cut. She doesn't just give you the latest trendy haircut. She always asks my opinion and I always tell her I trust her implicitly and to do what she thinks works best. Not once have I been disappointed with her work. Besides her being an excellent hair stylist, Abby is one of the most sincere, lovely people I have met. And, she is fascinating to talk with. I always walk out of my appointment with a smile on my face!! I am always singing Abby's praises and recommending her to my friends. read more

I met Abby several years ago after an extended trip abroad. I had just returned to San Rafael and needed to have my hair, now several inches too long with no shape or style, cut. I happened to be driving by the salon where she worked and thought I could stop by and inquire on available appointments. Abby was there to greet me and was available. By the time she was done, I had a completely new look, fresh and contemporary and my makeup done as well. It was definitely a wonderful before and after experience. She has been cutting and styling my hair ever since and I have used her hair and makeup services for several professional photo shoots as well. read more

Abby has done my last three haircuts and color,,,she is amazing!!! I have very fine hair and she layers it so I get loads of volume! I am thrilled to have discovered her at a little salon near my work in Terra Linda. Her technique with color is also rare to find... my hair has so much dimension and vibrancy while still looking very natural. I am almost 50 and Abby has taken such good care of me in the last 6 months that I look and feel so much younger! Abby's energy is contagious, and you can tell how much she cares about her client's well-being. I get compliments on my hair all of the time - you should really check out this gem of a stylist!!! read more

Abby is the sweetest, most loving person as well as the most talented hairdresser I've ever been to. She brings such an artistic eye, so much kindness, and so much skill and creativity to her work. She has transformed my self-image and I get so many compliments on my hair now. I consider her an exemplary artist and a very fine human being. She speaks five languages and is super smart, feminine, funny, beautiful, and so nice. Seeing her is like drinking in warm sunshine, and I always feel so pretty and confident when I leave. She is expert with color and with hair extensions, as well as of course simple blow drying and curling/flat iron! read more

I went to Abby a couple of weeks ago. Was looking for someone who could deal with something other than straight hair. She understood that I don't look good in straight hair, anyway, and gave me a very good cut that looks great now. I can blow dry it straight-ish, or "scrunch" it and wear it curly and natural and it's cute! I know she's very good at coloring, but she didn't try to push it on me and I plan to continue with my henna. Also recommended some really good hair products--that she doesn't sell and sent me off to Walgreen's to pick it up. I like that she wasn't trying to push products for me to buy from her. I'll be back! read more

Abby is a magician with my hair! I've been going to her for over 2 years, she has helped me grown my hair out (which we all know can be an excruciating process!), has colored it, cut it and best of all...we applied take in extensions that look and feel so real, my friends and fam assume it's mine! Abby, more importantly is simply a beautiful human being, I can't fathom going to anyone else for my hair, I always look forward to our time together and am thrilled to write this review for her. If you're looking for an amazing stylist in Marin or San Francisco...call Abby and be ready for an amazing journey with her! read more

I started going to Abby because she had been doing the hair for two of my good friends and they both looked so good that I wanted in! Now it's been a couple of years and I'm really happy with her ideas and her cuts for me. I've gone long and I've gone short - she finds what works for my face - I'm very pleased whenever I leave her salon with a new cut! Abby herself is also so nice and friendly and fun to talk to. I have recommended her to many of my friends...especially when they ask me where I got my hair cut. read more

Abby is the best hairdresser ever! She makes the most beautiful hairstyles and haircuts . I highly recommend her to everyone. For long, medium and short hair. She has such an amazing talent. She's very sweet, pretty and kind, also very creative . The most beautiful highlights and haircuts. I love abby very much. Several days ago, she cut my hair very nicely and highlighted it, it's so beautiful. She's a real pro! If you need a healthy and beautiful hair, you definitely must go to Abby... read more

Abby Is the Best! Abby really listens to her customers and then delivers! She has helped me find a hairstyle that is flattering to my small facial features as well as easy to take care of. I often hike and bike, and I need a hair cut that not only looks good but also keeps my hair out of my eyes. My hairstyle from Abby does both. I constantly get compliments! I highly recommend Abby for anyone looking to find the perfect hairstyle for their features and lifestyle. read more

Abby does a fabulous hairstyle that lasts, always bringing lovely compliments about how super my hair looks from folks who see me after my appointment. She is great at highlighting and natural based color. Abby is a sweet and nurturing person, who always makes you feel great, while being pampered in her salon chair. She is able to transform my wavy, sometimes frizzy hair into smooth and shiny locks and that proves she is a super stylist! read more

I went to Abby for the first time and sat down and explained what I wanted my hair to feel like and how I wanted the color. Abby really listened to me and when she was done my hair was silky smooth and the color perfect. My husband loved my cut and color. I have thick wavy hair and I doubt I can make it look the same once I wash it but it doesn't matter because the cut is good and it will look good no matter what. Vivian F read more

I'm so happy with Abby. First of all, she is really sweet and attentive, she knows what she is doing and she is pretty confident about it. Abby has kept my curly hair very healthy, beautiful color and very silky. I leave that hair salon feeling renew and happy everytime. She also uses great quality product, which for me is really important. Whenever I need to see her, she squeeze me in, even when she is packed. read more

Abby cut, colored and highlighted my hair in one of the most becoming styles I have had. She is congenial offering tea and snacks and responds in a timely way to appointment requests. If you are doing color she does fit in cuts with other clients (an efficient use of time) so one of my appointments was a little longer than expected but the results were great. I would definitely recommend her. read more

If you want a stylist who is excellent for cut, color and even special occasion make up, you have to sit down in Abby's chair. She is skilled in knowing the cuts which frame each person's face perfectly and her knowledge about non toxic hair products is the most up to date. She just did my hair and make up for a new head shot yesterday and I was absolutely thrilled. read more

I went to Abby and have a Hair cut and a highlight ,I love the way my Hair looks, she uses Organic products , the way she cuts my hair and the highlights made my hair looks fuller and more volume, since I have soft and fine hair. I really like her friendly personality and I will definately go back to her. H.A read more

I have been going to Abby's for almost two years and I always leave with a smile in my face. I love the color and highlights( that she helped me pick) the haircuts and the keratin treatment. I get many compliments after I get my hair done by Abby. I highly recommend Abby she is truly a very talented stylist! read more