I was looking for an expert on Asian Hair and I found VanHair on Instagram. He was about an hour away from me but totally worth the drive!... So I messaged Van directly through TEXT and gave a fast reply. I sent him a picture of my CURRENT HAIR and also a picture of what color and style I wanted. I wanted a little pink and a little blonde highlights. It was getting close to Summer so I wanted to brighten up my hair for the season and for the NEW YEAR!!! SERVICE: 10/10 Van is very POLITE and PROFESSIONAL! I highly recommend him. You can check out his amazing work at VanHair on Instagram... PARKING: It's a small parking lot and it's easy to miss but, there's a sign right next to Harry's... VIBE: Very Modern Chic read more

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Came here to get my hair touched up by Van! He was very friendly and accommodating! I was able to make an appointment by texting him 2 weeks before my appointment. The pricing was very reasonable and whole experience was perfect. He took his time, was very gentle with my hair, and the color turned out amazing! The location of this salon is close to La Jolla shores but not quite in the main area. It's right next to Harry's coffee shop. My favorite brunch spot in SD! There is ample parking in the back and 2 entrances to the salon. My hair felt very healthy after my appointment and I love the haircut I received as well. I couldn't recommend him more! If you're looking to do a Balayage, you need to go to Van! read more

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This is the best salon in San Diego County! Hands down! I am a client of Jodi's and she is amazing!Extensions, color, cut. style -she does it all to perfection. Jodi is so professional, so knowledgeable, and so extraordinarily talented! I used to drive from SD to Beverly Hills for Michael Canale (Jennifer, Aniston, Heidi Klum ) & to Frederic Fekkai (JLo) but Jodi is better. You will leave feeling beautiful, vibrant , and stylish. Every stylist at the salon is so welcoming, friendly ,professional, well-trained , up to date on what works for you-and they listen to what you want and work with you. Great salon! I wish I could give the salon 10 stars instead of 5! read more

I've been coming to Jodi for about three years now and it's been the best decision ever! My hair had never been healthier or looked better. Before Jodi, I was over processed and bleached and my hair never grew. Jodi has managed to find a nice balance with color for me that has kept me light but gotten my hair healthier and longer. Can't recommend this salon enough! read more

So I went to Van because my original hair girl couldn't get me until next year and it was over 8 months since I got my hair done. I also heard about van from a friends mom. I saw his Instagram and fell in love with his work, and that's when I decided to reach out and book an appointment. Van is so INCREDIBLY sweet and makes you feel taken care of! There may be a bit of a language barrier but he knows what he's doing and does everything he can to nail what you want and to make you feel comfortable. *** Please be patient because his work incredible!! You can see the timeand patience he puts into each brush stroke when he does your hair! Also there's someone that is kind enough to translate for him if absolutely needed and she is SO sweet too! Any way, I walked out feeling SO good! He nailed what I wanted (and MORE) and oh my gosh, my hair also feels quite healthy after what it went through!! I really needed change and a transformation and he gave gave it to me!!! (See the pic before I saw him! Please note that the after photo I posted does not do his work justice but still shows how beautiful my hair is!!! I am OBSESSED!) 5 stars all around for Van and everyone in the salon for being so welcoming and sweet!!! Thank you!!! read more

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Stephanie did an amazing job from start to finish! Went from my natural black/brown hair to a beautiful silver balayage in one session. Amazing! I showed her several different photos and we were able to work with it. Stephanie is definitely a hair artist; knows her colors and tones so well. I got my hair done in July, two months later it's still going strong! Her advice for products & care really do help as well. Love love love! read more

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My hair was getting too long and too brassy so came in to see Phuong :) she hooked me uppp with a beautiful cut and color!! Seemed very Covid safe. Everyone was wearing masks. I was a good distance from any other client. read more

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Deorah is my go to for all things hair! every cut and color (I go dark and very light blonde) and she does an incredible job every time! Every cut and trim has also been amazing. She always listens to what I want and makes what I want happen and it always looks so good! read more

Van did a great job on my hair! He was recommended by a friend and now I highly recommend him for all your hair needs :) Thanks Van!

this review is for my Stylist. Go see my girl Phuong! She is theeeee best!! She will not let you leave the chair unless the color is correct. Perfection takes patience and time! She always works her magic :) as you can see in the pictures of my hair. I love it every time ! Her IG handle is @Phuongvohair read more

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Love love love Stephanie's talents. Extremely in love with her use of color. I am obsessed with her kindness and extreme attention to color. She turned me brunette to blonde and I'm so extremely blessed to have found her! 100% highly recommend!!! read more

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Stephanie. Stephanie. Stephanie. Hair goddess and my personal hero. I went on a whim and BOX-dyed my hair red. And ended up super unhappy and missed my blonde hair. After just one session Stephanie was able to save my hair color and the integrity of my hair. It's still super strong and healthy! I will never have enough good things to say about her professionalism, her knowledge, and determination to get me exactly what I wanted. An additional plus is that she has the personality of your best friend. Just a complete angel. read more

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Your the best Jodi thank you for the fun hair color and amazing experience Love love the honey golden blonde hair! The photo shoot at the end was so fun. The salon is so clean and very beautiful and I love coming here Definitely deserved the best hair salon in La Jolla of 2019 golden medal! Been coming here for 9 years the this will be my forever place read more

I drove an hour and half from Orange County to see Phuong in La Jolla and not one regret! Worth every penny!! She's very meticulous and completes the entire job from start to finish! Phuong was extremely detailed and took her time to do my balayage highlights. Unlike some high end hair salons where the "stylist" only touches your hair for 5-10 minutes, while the assistant does all the actual work, Phuong did everything herself with the help of her assistant in the hair wash and hair drying. I have stubborn asian hair which, can be pretty difficult to match the correct shade of colors, especially blonde, with my skin tone. It did not turn out brassy or orange whatsoever and the hair blended and transitioned so well from my crown to my ends. Definitely will be back for my next touch-up/hair style! read more

Tommy is an artist extraordinaire. He and his wife, Jody, own the shop. My haircut is the best I have received in years. He is a master. The atmosphere in this shop is so positive. Best shampoo ever! World class colorist. You will be thrilled with the results when you turn your hair styling, cut and color over to Tommy. Six stars out of five! read more

Now that was a great experience!. I made an online appointment with whoever might be available and I was lucky that Jodi had just finished with an extension job when I happened in... The place is so California perfect. Just the right mixture of casual grace and the sense of professional "hair" taking place. Scalp massage, luxurious shampoo and Jodi (who I understand is married to Tommy and together they make Atelier Aucoin happen) let her comb and fingers give my hair a once over and she knew exactly what it needed. The results magnifique! I couldn't be happier.... well unless I won the lottery. read more

I cannot express the gratitude I have for Stephanie! She has been doing my hair for about 7 months now and each time is a better experience than the last! From the very beginning she has always made my hair goals her number one priority when I sit in her chair. She's all about communication and when she knows something won't be good/right for my hair, she is very honest. She lets me know the do's-and dont's of after care as well. I never knew half the information about my hair that I do now. Look at the picture to see for yourself! read more

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Stephanie has been dying and cutting my hair for two years now and is AMAZING! I'm a dark natural brunette but have my long hair dyed blonde. My hair can be very difficult (knotty hair, fine, and it takes a while to process) but she always knows exactly what do to do make it look great. What I love is that she knows how to make my hair look like a natural blonde and puts so much care into my hair. She is very personable and really listens to what you need and delivers. I mentioned I was going out and she styled (curled) my hair so beautifully. Definitely recommend going to Stephanie for your hair needs. read more

Stephanie White!! She has been my amazing hair dresser for 2 years. She has gotten me to the exact color I want without damaging my hair! I am a natural brunette turned almost platinum blonde, yet my hair is longer and healthier than ever! She listens to what you want and delivers! She has made my hair goals come true! Thanks Steph!! read more

With the many, many salons out there in San Diego County, I must say it's really not easy to find a salon that truly is professional in all aspects. Atelier in La Jolla is the best! It was my first time, yesterday and I'm so impressed at the professionalism, salon decor, cleanliness, customer service level and overall experience. I cannot say enough good things. Most of all my outstanding stylist, Ashlee! She is one of the most talented hair professionals in the entire hair industry. I came in after months of hair problems with my color and extensions. I was at my wits end. Then came Ashlee. I call her my "hair doctor". I needed help and within a few hours, my hair was transformed. I now have someone I can entrust my hair totally to in order to have the beautiful color and extensions I have been seeking for a long time. Ashlee Ruiz saved my hair! read more

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Was so excited for my daughter to get her hair done by Phoung. She was highly recommended. She made my 18 yr old feel like a princess. So much attention to detail. Phoung and her assistant work well together. The process took about 6 hours total - and was worth the wait! read more

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A friend is a regular here and so I booked to see her stylist, Greg. I've seen him twice now and am so so happy with the results! Bye bye boring "mom hair"! I had a bunch of photos of ideas I liked and Greg had great advice on choosing a color and style that would work for me. Thanks Greg!! read more

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This place is fucking stupid. Making me pay cancelation fees for asking to cancel like 2 days b4. Horrible business and cancel on me the morning of for "car problems" and now is completely unresponsive and I'm guessing asleep. So I'd like all you to be ready to have your time waisted and your money forced out your hand. And it's not everyone. It's the dyer "steph" she just couldn't care less about her clients. And ya she will make you pay like $60 for a cancel fee that the do not always do. So it's just a very unorganized place in my opinion but "steph" is not my favorite person. read more

I'm older with thinning hair and needed a good, short haircut. Tommy delivered superbly! I can wash and style it myself with a hair dryer and one brush. Hooray! read more

I used to get my hair cut and colored by Sean Carrick. He is very talented and does a great job, and gets what you're asking for right away. He's not very talkative (which is a bonus if you ask me!). Why would I leave a talented hairstylist like this.... The salon is awful. It is VERY hard to get an appointment if you work 9-5, because they are only open one evening a week. And those appointments go FAST! I used to jam out of work early and fight traffic into the village of La Jolla, busting my arse to get there on time, only to be forced to wait over 1/2 hour each time because Sean was running behind. The receptionist(s) were unprofessional and always gossiping nastily. Whatever, but it's not a "fun" environment. They take credit cards, but you can't put your tip on it (!!) so be sure to remember to bring cash. I like a beer or glass of wine when I get my hair done, and this place doesn't do that. Bonus for some, detriment to others. Lastly, I asked about wedding hair and they charged exorbitant "extra" fees for going on-site, and couldn't even guarantee that I would get the stylist I wanted (Sean). With all the amazing competition in town, I think the salon owners need to work on their staff's customer service skills and maybe think of some more creative ways to keep their clientele coming back. Sean can't do it all! read more

I've been getting my hair done by the same stylist for years but she moved recently and I was in need of a cut badly and went off a referral from a friend to Atelier Aucoin Salon. Brian had done my friends hair and she loved it and so I trusted her advice and I am glad i did. Brian was quick and involved mein the cut process from everything from how I like my part to how long I wanted the front and layers. I was appreciative of him not just cutting away at will. My hair the past few days has been so soft and manageable, I barely blow dry it and it just sits so well and frames my face perfect. Its one of the best cuts I have ever got and I can confidently say I have a new stylist to be loyal to! Highly recommend Brian Byrnes and Atelier Aucoin Salon. read more

I would like to mention I received an e-mail from Jodi about a month ago. I appreciate her taking the time to contact me. She mentioned she would have comped the haircut and would have liked a chance to fix the mistake. While I no longer live in the area, I would still recommend Jodi solely because she knows what she is doing in both cut and color. In fact, after I moved out of the area I drove over an hour every 6 weeks for about a year to see her. The salon's prices are on the high-end, but I do believe Jodi is worth it. I do think they should offer wine, though, since most all other higher end salons give their clients that beverage option. read more

I don't know why the reviews here were so mixed. I've been coming to this salon for a while now and I have never had a problem. I've been here for cuts, color, and just for a shampoo and style and I've had an awesome experience everytime! The salon is cute and modern and the owners have always been friendly to me. I normally get my hair done by Haley and she always does a great job - even with my thin non-volume holding hair! I had her style my hair for my birthday and for new years and I got compliments all night long. The other stylists are fun and friendly as well and I really love the Davines products that they use. This is now my go-to salon in San Diego. read more

so you're asking, "why would you review a salon...WHY?" I would do it because i'm a new yelper, and I had a really good experience here. so "why the 3 stars?" went there twice and had a really good and a not so great experience So I needed to get a haircut while I was still at school. Normally I cut my hair at any random Korean run hair salon or barber because I believe they know the head shape I was born with, but I had some extra cash that weekend and an appointment with "Mia" (in quotes because i don't know her last name). This was my first time at a real hair salon, so I got into one of those gowns and Manny (?) took me in for a scalp massage and shampoo. At that point I knew exactly what my 1 friend who talks about hair with me is saying when she says that hair salons are relaxing. Then in my state of relaxation, I sit down in Mia's station where she asks me what I want. I wasn't sure what I wanted, so I just told her to do something new. She took her time, cut in a way that made my head not look too big, and styled it in a new way I haven't thought about. Prior to this, I would spike my hair, let it grow out, part it, then start the process again after the next haircut. I liked how she did my hair, and looked forward to my next expensive hair cut appointment. A few months later, I went back with another stylist (thinking it would be the same) and was not very happy with the cut, and NO scalp massage. I guess the place didn't have as much an impact on me as the two hair stylists that worked on me...so try this place out and see if they're there... read more

This salon is one of the best things that has happen to me since I moved to San Diego!!! Leaving my hair stylist after 4 years was so hard due to me relocating my life, I found it impossible to find a salon that met my ombré needs and had excellent service and great pricing! The salon is very neat, warm and welcoming! Everyone that works there is so accommodating, greeting you nicely offering beverages, answering any questions or concerns you may have prior to your appointment. Marissa Chuises is my hair stylist and I can't say how happy I am that my hair care is in her hands! She always understand my ideas (even when I have no idea what I'm talking about) and she always meets my goals!!! I am constantly receiving compliments on my ombré! I was recommended to her by great people, and I'm happy to be another referral for her! read more

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I love this salon! Everyone that works there makes it feel like a friendly environment and the owners are hair icons. I go to Stephanie and she's AMAZING not only is she a great person to talk to while your sitting there for hours, but also she is a color correction specialist , she's the only one that has been able to get me to super platinum blonde and doesn't overcharge. Shes always trying to improve and working to get better. read more

Just got my hair done with Ashlee! She is amazing, precise, fashion forward and a perfectionist! I love her attention to detail. Beautiful salon and a zen environment! Loved my experience so much! read more

Atelier Aucoin Salon - Just got my hair done with Ashlee! She is amazing, precise, fashion forward and a perfectionist!! - Makeup Artists Near Me - La Jolla, California

If only there were more stars! Jodie and her entire staff have saved the day once again! I went and got my hair extensions done in Idaho which was a big mistake every time I go somewhere else other then Atelier Salon I end up regretting it! Jodie had to spend five hours fixing what another salon had done to my hair. I usually fly in from Idaho specifically to get my hair done at Atelier! They truly are the best of the best she made me look absolutely fabulous for STYLE LA Fashion week! Ladies if u want to look amazing and feel fabulous......Atelier Salon is the only place to go! read more

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If you want great hair color go see Stephanie at this salon. She does a great job and always asks for your opinion. She does normal colors but if you want something crazy she's your girl!! read more

I got my hair cut by Ashlee and she did an amazing job! I told her what I wanted and she did exactly how I imagined. Loved the salon, too. I'll definitely come to see her from now on. read more

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Jodi, who is one of the owners is outstanding. She by far one of the most experience hair experts in her industry. She has a calm presence even when undoing hair disaster that others have cause. She has educated me on improving hair condition and always meticulous in her work! I can't say enough. She works magic. Don't bother with retail therapy when you want to cheer yourself up. Come to Jodi you will walk out a different person. All the staff here are amazing actually and a super team. read more

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I was down in La Jolla from Long Beach for a wedding and wanted my hair done. Knowing nothing about local salons, I checked Yelp and liked what I read about Atelier Aucoin. I was able to get an appointment with Sunshine and my experience couldn't have been better. I told her what I wanted and got EXACTLY what I asked for -- amazing. Then, she was able to do my make-up. Wow. I got tons of compliments and felt terrific. Thank you, Sunshine, for making my whole day! You're the best. If I have a reason to be back in La Jolla, I'm calling you first. ;-) read more

I have been going to Jodi for over 18 years! This is truly the finest salon with the finest designers and the most amazing owners I have ever encountered! Their skills and their dedication to each customer is unparalleled! Throughout the devastation of the covid shutdowns, Jodi stayed in touch with me to make me aware of openings and closures. I am truly grateful that they remain strong and sincerely honored to be one of their customers! read more

I had been going to a great extention salon in Encinitas when I happened into the salon to buy a pair of earrings. I should have NEVER EVER SWITCHED SALONS....ITS JUST THAT JODIE WAS SO CONVINCING! Jodi explained the breakthroughs she had made in hair color and extension application. She claimed to have found a product that when applied to hair NO MATTER HOW DAMAGED FROM OVER-BLEACHING AND BREAKAGE, there would be absolutly no damage to Jodi's client!'s hair! My hair broke off three inches from my root thanks to Jodi! Jodi also told me she had come across a true breakthrough regarding the placement of the extensions. With Jodi at the helm, she had found another extension miracle!! She told me when she takes out extensions she pins them exactly where they were originally placed on a maniquinn head, eliminating uneven placement resulting in cutting the extension's length to 'even' out the misplaced extensions! So...after meeting with Jodi, one of two owners of what seemed like a reputable salon, she convinced me she was a HAIR EXTENSION GURU AND A HAIR COLOR GENIUS! Jodie put me through EXTENSION & HAIR COLOR HELL! Prior to actually bleaching my hair or applying the ex- tensions, I met with Jodi to pick out the hair colors for the extensions and told her that my hair breaks around my crown and she should work in a darker 'no bleach' color (I know my own hair!) I also stressed that Jodi should put in an array of extension colors...some very light blonde, some a medium blonde and some slightly darker creating definition in the extensions. I told Jodie I'd experienced an extension nightmare where my hair extensions all blended into a dull 'wheat' color throughout my hair because the girl ordered ALL THE EXTENSIONS with a very slight color variance blending into a dull wheat color all over my head! Even though I spent a great deal of time selecting the various colors for EACH EXTENSION, Jodi took the easy alternative....she chose the slight color graduation resulting in a dull wheat color with no color definition. Unfor- tunately I didn't look at my new extensions waiting for me! I just 'ASSUMED' JODI honored my time consuming selection of DIFFERENT SHADES OF BLONDE. Excited, I couldn't wait for the day of my appoint- ment to have my hair colored and 'new' extensions I personally chose an array of blonde tones for hopeful of a more natural definitively highlighted appearance. Jodi's first attempt was a fiasco! I ended up with a 'plain Jane' wheat color throughout and an absolutely dfisdtasteful reddish strawberry blonde running through my own hair in bold segments!! I have a stronge dark auburn color in my own hair. But there's a huge difference between auburn brown hair and tacky strawberry blonde! To top all this, Jodi gave me a long (down my back) Farah Facet look...I'm a senior. So back I go and Jodi attempts to fix the style and cuts a great deal of the length off. Completely upset realizing I should have never left the great hairdresser I had before Jodie! But then my extension hair (much much shorter to my dismay) started tangling in bunches after only a few weeks after I paid Jodi $1000 plus the additional charge of almost $300 for a few strands to give me a 'fuller' look. The tangling became a nightmare and I lost some of my own hair because of it! Furious with Jodi, she asked me to come in so she could see what was happening. She had told me she only used the finest hair so I was com- pletely baffelled! The first time I went back Jodi told me that SOME PEO- PLE have the 'tangle and knotting experience (I couldn't brush through my hair all over the back of my head!) Jodie offered to put a different brand of extensions on my head. Once more I have the discussion with Jodie demanding much more contrast by using different colors in the extensions eliminateing the solid dead wheat color she gave me.I left her salon thinking I was understood by Jodi. Halfway home I had a strong feeling I wasn't understood and drove back to make sure Jodi knew exactly what I expected. I walked into the salon explaining to Jodi that I wasn't 100% sure we were on the same page regarding the variation of the extension color. I wasn't there more than 5 minutes when Jodie pulls out 'different hair' telling me she 'fought for me' and her manu- facturer is going to replace my knotted bland hair with this 2 tone sample mentioning that its much more expensive hair. Another appt. has Jodie struggling with all the tightly knotted extensions in my hair finally 'cutting' many out taking some of my hair with them. The new hair has some of that dreadful 'strawberry red pukey blonde' in it but Jodie assures me those pieces will be in the back of my head and once more, I believe what Jodie tells me..she has a quiet sweet nature and you'd never be- lieve she's capable of such lies! NOW AT THIS TIME, I'm preparing for my daughter's wedding in Cancun..A BIG DEAL and I want to look my very best! Please read WHAT HAPPENS NEXT.... read more

Jodi and Tommy are an exceptional example of providing a safe covid environment for their customers. They have gone above and beyond my expectations and continue to perform at a top tier with their outstanding services. Jodi gave me a cut and color that lifted my spirits and made me look fabulous. Great salon with amazing owners providing astonishing hair services. They do it all cut color highlights extensions color corrections and whatever u need. read more