Simin at Brewer Philips is simply the best! As a stylist she is exceptional at highlights, cuts etc, I repeatedly receive compliments on my hair and this is due to Simin's talent! She truly is an asset to this salon! read more

Oletha is a gem! A lot of fun, every time I come in to get my hair done! (Definitely recommended!)

I saw Jennifer Agrell today at Brewer Phillips, and feeling like I just got a face lift! Her highlights are amazingly beautiful best colourist I have ever been to and I have long hair, and been getting highlights all my life!! She's been in the business a long time, studied with the best teachers and works part time in France as well. I Highly recommend her work! Obviously I'm stoked about my hair today!! read more

This is such a great place with so much knowledge under one roof- all hair knowing! Ann the owner can cut your hair with her eyes closed so so good! read more

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I have been a client of Simin for many years and she is the best! I love the highlights/low lights she does on my hair every 8 weeks. She used to color & cut my mother's hair in a classic bob when she would visit. She is a wonderful person and makes every appointment enjoyable! And I love the Brewer Phillips Salon! read more

I went in for a haircut with Vikky Alvarado and even after a very thorough consultation, she still screwed up my hair!! I was VERY specific that I didn't want hair to be above my shoulder and that I wanted it resting on my shoulders with some give, but no!! My hair is above my shoulders and looks like crap and she is refusing even a partial refund! She told me to "give it a few week and it should be better"! WTH?!?! read more

Great place for haircut in San Rafael. 4th street location is ideal for shopping and drinks as well! Vickie is my Go-To every time. She's the best, hope she never leaves! I always get just what I ask for. read more

Absolutely love this salon. I've been coming here for a few months and I love it. Victoria is incredible, from my first appointment she has always done exactly what I want and is super enjoyable to be around. She's a fantastic stylist and has worked miracles on my unruly head of hair. She is the only stylist I've met that actually does my hair exactly how I like it without me even asking. She is wonderful and incredibly hardworking. I get so many compliments after my appointments and I owe all of that to the artist! read more

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Simin, my hair stylist at Brewer Phillips, is amazing. Her knowledge of hair coloring, hair types and styling is broad. I've asked her to do many types of styles for my hair depending upon the occasion and she always delivers! I have recommended her to other friends of mine and they have all been pleased with her capabilities. read more

Victoria is an absolute gem. She understood the assignment 1000%, my hair is light, fluffy, and with the exact right amount of layering. She made my vision come to life, talked me through exactly what I wanted and I could not be happier. I feel empowered and I'm so happy to know such a genuine individual is cutting hair. If it's been a while since you've gotten a professional cut and you are looking for someone caring and precise, Brewer Phillips had great communication and Victoria was incredible. I will be back read more

I came to Brewer Phillips for my Hair cut. What a great experience! Jeff Barr was my stylist and did a wonderful job. He is so positive warm and friendly. I'll be back! read more

Best-In-Class Hairstylist: Brittany at Brewer Phillips! I was referred to Brittany several years ago for blond highlights and I am consistently impressed by her work! There is nothing she cannot do: color, highlights, cut, extensions, and reversing damage caused by hard water and overprocessing.  Brittany's depth of experience and knowledge, combined with her perfectionism, are evident with every visit! read more

I was getting headshots done in San Rafael so I decided to book a "hot tool" app here and I'm glad I did! I got Victoria and she not only did the best wavy/beach style on me but she kept me laughing!! Like I told her, I'm in Sonoma County but the next time I get them done, I'll be making another app with her! Book her, she's awesome!! read more

I have been a client of Simin for awhile now and cannot give her enough rave reviews! Her very talented ability for color and cutting hair is incredible! As well, she has a very sweet and kind disposition which makes any appointment with her very enjoyable! read more

I had my hair cut and colored by Simin today. What a relief after letting my hair get quiet ragged during Covid19, such a fabulous style and color. Simin has only just moved to this salon and she is fabulous. I highly recommend her. I should add that I was very impressed with the protocols for Covid19. From the temperature check when I arrived, the questionnaire and the overall cleanliness, along with the spacing I felt very safe. read more

I was charged $120 for a rushed thirty minute hair cut (a lot of layers). It's a nice salon. I just feel like $120 is too much for a rough thirty min hair cut, with no style read more

I've been having my hair cut and colored to perfection by Ann for many years now. During this pandemic, Brewer Phillips is the only business I would venture to go to, other than quick stops to the grocery store...actually, I feel safest in Brewer Phillips. Ann takes all precautions possible during COVID to keep all of her salon's clients safe. A great hair stylist, and a fantastic person. read more

I've been coming here for over a year (Claris is my stylist) and I have never found anyone who I can just totally trust and not second guess how much she's cutting or how she will end up styling. I even brought my 3 picky daughters, and they fell in love with her. The ease of texting for an appt is a PLUS! Only problem I had ever had was finding a backup stylist here while Claris had an emergency. The front desk was hard to reach and waiting two days for a return call was very frustrating. Five stars to Claris! read more

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Best salon in Marin. I received excellent service. My cut and color is the best I have ever had. Thank you Jeff Barr!

The hairdressers here are pretty awesome and competent. I've tried different hairdressers here when my regular hairdresser, Ann, was out of town. Everyone here is also friendly and courteous. Their new location on 4th Street is definitely worth checking out - seems like it was made for Hollywood !!! You know that the salon is definitely top notch since they were voted as Pacific Sun's "Best Hair Salon (for Men and Women) in Marin" in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2011 and also the Hall of Fame in 2009 and 2010. read more

Had an appointment with Holly. She was able to cut my hair just how I had wanted it, after I showed her a few photos on my phone of different hair styles that I wanted aspects from. Holly absolutely nailed how I wanted my hair. I don't always have a great way of explaining how I want my hair, but she executed it perfectly. She was very professional, and all around I would absolutely recommend her. I will never go to anyone else! read more

Laura is a wonderful and thoughtful hairdresser. I wanted to go very light, almost platinum blonde from being a somewhat dark blonde. She suggested that it would be a 2 step process as to not damage my hair. It took over 3 hours to get a beautiful blonde but my hair is still healthy. I am going back for the second process. I completely trust her. She gave me a gorgeous haircut as well. Definitely recommend her! read more

Jorge Castellanos! He is the expert of a complete makeover! I am inspired to keep my hair looking fabulous and to get the shape!! Ps: Jorge is extremely fit! Ask him how he got there and maybe he will inspire you!!!! read more

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I find it hard to make time to sit in a chair to get my hair cut but today I had my mind changed. Victoria is a top notch profession and took the time to talk to me about my hair. I walked outside the salon with a haircut I feel confident in and knowledge of how to meet my hair aspirations in the future. If you are looking for your go to stylist, look no further than Victoria. read more

This is really a ZERO star review. This is not a review for the salon in general but for one of their stylist, David. I read David's bio on the salon website and thought it was a good fit. A stylist with a lot of experience. I talked to David on the phone to make an appointment and still had a good feeling. My first appointment was to get a cut. I have longer than should long hair which is curly. I wanted some soft layers. I ended up with choppy, chunky layers. I looked like I had randomly cut my own hair. I still did make an appointment to get some highlights, thinking that David maybe just has to get familiar with my curly hair. I went back and asked him to soften up my layers but it just didn't turn out right. I was very frustrated. Now comes the terrifying part: I showed David pictures of soft, ombré style blonde highlights. Several examples. I ended up with yellow to orange hair, chunky, horrible chucks for weirdly bleached strands, the "highlights" on each side were extremely uneven and looked like some 5 year old tried color blocking on my hair. I wanted to just cry! My hair was ruined. This was the most terrifying experience I ever had! I didn't want to get David's feeling (hoe stupid!), said thanks, paid and walked out the salon. I immediately called my hairdresser from the past. She is an vor drive away (which is why I wanted to find a hairstylist closer after my move...what a mistake!!!). Fortunately she could see me 2 days later and fixed the disaster!- in the meanwhile I was able to step outside and go to work only because I had my hair up in a bun and was wearing a head band to cover the terrible color. So...long story short...do NOT book an appointment with David. Just don't! read more

Claris is perfection! I have been going to her for 20 years! She did my hair for both my Junior and Senior proms, she cut my long hair into a pixie cut, she is absolutely amazing! read more

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Poor Covid safety protocols. I didn't feel safe getting highlights and a cut. The salon filled up during the course of my appointment, so that nearly every chair was occupied and there were some additional employees handling the desk, and cleanup-- probably 20-30 people in the space. There was NO ventilation in the entire place-- all doors and windows seemed to be closed, and I didn't feel or hear any air movement from the HVAC system. I was told to wait in my chair for 30 minutes while the hair color set. I looked around and decided to go outside for that period of time, as I was getting increasingly uncomfortable with the crowd in there. The salon was basically operating in a completely normal fashion and capacity as far as I could tell, with the exception that everyone was wearing masks, and there was the perfunctory temp check and questionnaire at the entry. Honestly, it's the worst experience I've had (by far) in the entire pandemic, in terms of lax safety, and feeling stuck in the middle of an appointment where it was a bit difficult to get up and leave immediately. As it was, I cut the appointment short. I have no problem with the stylist (who I followed there from a previous salon). But the salon cannot be following the Covid guidelines... I kept thinking of all the people in my life that could get hurt if I were to get Covid and pass it on, never mind myself. I felt so angry-- I feel like this salon is operating irresponsibly. I hate to leave them a negative review, because I know that Covid is hard on everyone, but I felt like I needed to say something. A few things would have made me feel better -- spacing clients out in every other chair (not every chair); opening front and back doors and getting a few air purifiers in there for ventilation (in addition to whatever the HVAC might or might not be doing) and finally, suggesting that clients who had to wait for hair to process could do that outside. It's NOT hard to do these things, and so many other businesses are doing so much better. read more

I love this place. As a guy who had dreads almost all his life, it was quite the experience to go to get a real haircut. Stacie treated me with kindly and catered to my lack of knowledge of hair styles and procedures. She has always been extremely friendly offering tea/water/coffee and has spent a lot of time making me more comfortable with my new hair. My wife had her hair done the day of our wedding by Jorge and it was amazing. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

I've been a long time client of Monica. She's great at color, specifically highlights. I have long hair and it grows like a weed so i like to change it up frequently. She's good without much direction and finds a color, style that suits you best. You can also tell her exactly what you want and she'll deliver. I've asked her to make drastic changes to my hair as well and thankfully they've all gone over smoothly and i've looked good afterwards. Everyone is really friendly, i've been coming here for years. I've only gotten my hair done by 1 person all this time though in generally watching what others can do there are quite a few people talented in up-dos and cuts. Cute salon, not very big but kept clean and looks welcoming. read more

This place is great!! To state it simply, every time i have ever allowed someone other than Jeff to touch my hair I immediately regret it. I keep going back to him after all these years (10? 12? I've lost count) because he does a consistently fantastic job cutting/styling and coloring my hair (and I have a TON of hair to deal with). Jeff knows how to complement my face shape and skin tone and has no problem telling me if one of my ideas just isn't going to work. He's easy to talk to and the appointment is always fun. My Mom and sister are also longtime clients and all three of us agree that there is no one better. Jeff was the obvious choice when selecting someone to do our hair for my sisters upcoming wedding because we trust his skills and (almost more importantly) his taste level. I am 100% confident that it will be perfect. The salon is very nice, clean, and active. There's always music playing in the background, different art hanging on the walls, and a variety of current magazines. The staff is super friendly and helpful - they offer you a drink when you arrive and have helped me pick products when my stylist was on vacation. Added bonus - there's a parking garage across the street 5 stars for the salon and 10 for my go-to hair guy, Jeff. read more

Nina is amazing.....My color and cut is the best it has ever been. Great Salon ....great products.... Great service read more

I just recently started Yelping and was cruising my known restaurants and services. Like tracy c. I was startled by the rant of one. The Salon is clean and bright with rotating work of Artists that are tasteful and interesting to the eye. A cup of tea or coffee is always at the ready if you are inclined with interesting music from Karen's Ipod often playing in the background. In particular, Karen has been my hairstylist for at least 8 years. She has always been professional. I've found all my appointments with her to be delightful with her attention to detail incredibly reliable and as a result myself content to go into public with great hair. She starts each appointment the same which is, what do we want to do today?, and talking through any changes - I'm not to wild with the hair being myself between Fabio and Bruce Willis in hair volume - but it is nice to be asked anyways and over the years there has been some change!! As an Aussie she manages the time with big hearted warmth and humor. I've always enjoyed the shampoo and rinse which includes a nice neck massage too if time allows. At times when my teens have had life changing and complex hair needs they have gone to Karen with extremely positive results - and you all can guess how picky teens can be on their public presentation. I HIGHLY recommend Karen if you care about your hair and always recommend her when the occasion arises. I would also add that the other stylists in the Salon appear to be on their game professionally too. This is a very fun/upbeat Salon in Marin with a small Mac Store next door and parking across the street. read more

After moving to San Rafael, I was looking for a stylist who could keep my bright red color at its vibrant best and also do a stylish cut for medium-length hair. There were great reviews on yelp for Brewer Phillips salon, so one day I walked in and had the ultimate good fortune that Jen Tieche was available to work with me. My red is not your run-of-the-mill auburn; it is a show-stopping red that many stylists seem unwilling/unable to attempt. Jen took the time to look at a photo I brought in of my glorious red at its finest, then carefully looked through my hair and patiently chatted with me about what I was hoping for in order to be sure that we were definitely on the same page. Unlike many other stylists I have encountered in the past, she didn't try to talk me out of my crazy bright red; she trusted ME to know what I like for myself, a very refreshing change. Know what? My hair color came out perfectly that first time. I hadn't made it 2 blocks from the salon before three people on the street had stopped me to compliment me on it. Best of all, I've been going to Jen for a year and a half now, and she has produced consistent coloring results each time, which can be difficult for a colorist to do, particularly with my unique shade of red. On top of all that, Jen is just a true delight to work with. From the moment I enter the salon, I feel totally taken care of. She is quick to set me up with a glass of yummy iced tea (they have wine too!) and then she checks in with me (each and every time) to see if I want anything updated. I trust her completely with making my hair look its best, and that is no small thing for me, since I have experienced some serious hair mishaps at other salons in the past. Jen is also the kind of person who remembers personal details about my life and seems to genuinely care about how I am doing. Our appointments end up feeling more like a hangout with a special girlfriend than a service transaction. So...if you want luscious red locks, go to Jen. If you want an awesome haircut with modern lines, go to Jen. If you want to feel totally taken care of during your salon appt., as if you are having a personal spa day, go to Jen. You will not regret it!! She can be reached at 415-485-1437 ext.313. read more

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When you are a walk-in, you take your chances. I don't find the name of my son's stylist on any of the glowing reviews -- with good reason. In spite of her 25 years of experience, she had apparently never cut an Asian boy's hair, and her lack of confidence showed by her having him face away from the mirror and her jerky style. If you get your hair cut here, pay attention to the names on the 5-Star reviews. If they say someone else is available, say you'll pass. Or get used to wearing a beanie until you grow out. read more

I'm so very unhappy with my haircut I got yesterday. The hairdresser was Jeff Barr . I had lots of photos of how I wanted my hair cut! I showed him very carefully. First thing he does after I've let it grow all the way past my shoulders was cut it up to my chin. I almost had a heart attack. I can't believe it. I let it grow for year. He said he was done I looked and said it's not even. One side was 11/2" longer than the other. I wanted shorter in back and long in front a wedge cut, he had to cut it 3 times and now I have a bob and when I take the hot iron to curl it under there's so many layers that don't go into the curling iron I'm just very very unhappy and I will never go back to him again. read more

Would like to have been a customer but apparently they didn't want me. Visiting my daughter, I decided to get a color touch up, I stopped in on a Thursday explained I was in town through Wednesday and were there any openings? The receptionist looked at me and said "Name?" I gave her my name and then she said "Number?" She wrote them on a post it. I just stood there for a moment and finally asked? "Are there any openings? " She said, "I don't know, I'll have to call around." I stood there longer while she just stared at me, finally she said, "we'll call you." When I left I said to my husband, "I don't think they plan on ever calling me one way or the other." And they never did. Not even a curtesy call. Customer Service is sorely lacking. I went across the street on that same Thursday to Heros & Heroines and made an appointment for the following Tuesday. read more

Nina was my stylist, and she turned me into a beautiful Barbie-haired star. Such a lovely, talented person! She hand-painted some subtle highlights on my dirty-blond mermaid mane, and added some foil highlights, and she cut some perfect layers. I'll be back!! read more

First off I think that Monique H. person is crazy. Brewer Phillips is amazing. I personally have only had Jorge cut my hair and I think he is amazingly talented and really listens to what you want and has such a great personality. I've seen the other stylists work and I think it's just as good. If she had an "instinct" she should have listened to it, you can make your own decisions. On top of that I'm sure she was rude on the phone. If someone complains but can be mature about it I might listen to them be sincerely sorry and actually care about their concerns. If they're rude I'd shrug it off too. The stylists are very friendly, they use great products, The salon is beautiful and I don't mind the location. It's worth the prices as well. 5 Stars Brewer Phillips, I reccomend you guys to everyone I happen to talk to about haircuts. :) read more

Best haircut ever! Thank you Claris!! My hair can be hard to get right, wavy and a bit frizzy, but not thick rather lots of thin hair that will freak out if you texturize it the wrong way. She has a way with hair and totally knew exactly how to cut it. I'm loving it! Highly recommend Claris. Also I looked around and all the stylists were top of their game, most had owned their own salons. I wish I would have come here years ago. No matter what you need/want I think you can find it at Brewer Phillips. read more

I haven't been here for over a year now,but the last time I was at "Brewer Philips", I left the most disappointed I had ever left a hair salon. Prior to that, I was a regular client and loved going.Reasonable prices for the area, but "pricey" compared to what I pay now that I live in the city. The last time I went was out of pure desperation - a no no! My usual stylist was away on vacation for 2 weeks, and I was desperate to get my hair done for a last minute audition. So, I booked in to get it done by another lady whom I was familiar with from talking with her the other times I had gone there.Not only that,she was Australian,so it was nice to chat about home and the things we missed! Anyway, I wanted something simple,it wasn't like I went in there to get a major makeover. All I wanted was my regrowth retouched and some foils.Instead, she suggested tinting my entire head - using a base coat on top.I was extremely hesitant but she insisted saying that it would be better - "okay",I thought, "she knows what she's doing".. Hell! Was I wrong!! Soooo wrong! I should have gone with my gut instinct which was screaming at me "NO! Don't do it Monique!" My hair turned out yellow.Not a bright yellow,but an off yellow - the yellow that makes you look like you're sick.If my skin was yellow people would've thought I either had a major overload of Beta- carotene or that I was suffering from major liver problems. I was so annoyed and when I told this stylist, she told me it looked "great". ("sure bi#$%,I know I look crap and you did this to me - you jealous cow") So,I left horrified. I wore a cap for weeks afterwards and debated on whether to go back the next week to get it corrected when my stylist got back,or to leave it. I left it because I was afraid my hair was so brittle, I didn't want it snapping off and making it look like I had lost my crowning glory in a terrible accident. I did call them to tell them how crap my hair looked and how disappointed I was.I took photos because I had visions of myself appearing on "Judge Judy" trying to get not only my money back,but also some of my dignity. Then I realized the trip to see Judge Judy would cost me more than what I would get if I won in court,so that soon went out the door! Needless to say, I never went back and left extremely disappointed. I was also annoyed my old stylist and the manager didn't really seem to care too much that I looked like crap for weeks after and it took me months to get my hair back to normal - thanks my fellow Aussie hair dresser..I hope you get bitten by a kangaroo. Oh,and I never made that audition - thanks Brewer Phillips! read more