I love getting my hair done here! I have long hair so I don't need it cut often, but when I do, it's always a great experience. She knows what she's doing and I love getting my shampoo from her. read more

I needed a good quality haircut and my last stylist, well, she went a bit...crazy... so I decided to check out Rougue. My friend's friend is a stylist/owner here. She cut my hair. SHE is fantastic. I received a fabulous haircut for a decent price and felt like a princess. I got a bit of a break cause she was running late. What good service! Thanks Tylar! You rock!! I love my hair will be back! read more

I discovered Mary Ellen when I moved to Mill Valley back in 2003. She was the first stylist I ever became "monogamous" with. I moved to Napa - about a 75-min drive from Sausalito - in December 2006 and lived in virtual hair purgatory for 6 painful years until I finally snapped to my senses and realized Mary Ellen's talents - and sweet personality - are WELL worth the drive! Mary Ellen is creative, artistic and truly understands everything there is to know about your hair. She listens to your wants and needs, but she is ultimately realistic about what is possible with your hair's properties (texture, weight, etc.). Her cuts last me at least 10-12 weeks and I'm often still getting compliments days before I'm "due" for a trim. Beyond her hair wizardry, she is a sweet and soulful person; it's always enjoyable to spend a few hours with her. Tylar is equally talented and another sweet, down-to-earth gal. She has quite the following for her highlighting prowess. She did my highlights back in my blonder days, and was also responsible for my seamless transformation to brunette circa 2005. Lastly, the salon is treat in itself to visit. With just two chairs, it's blissfully void of the usually chorus of blow dryers, punctuated by overly dramatic dialogue at neighboring stations. In fact, it's usually just Mary Ellen and me during my appointment. If you've accidentally stumbled on this review and are still reading, don't make the mistake of passing this salon - and these talented women - up! read more

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MaryEllen is an amazing hair stylist. She has taught me so much about hair care, styling etc in the past 3 years! She is rare in that she uses natural hair products ( no ammonia or chemicals) and takes the time to explain the products she uses on you. She is EXTREMELY talented and best of all fair on her prices for services. I recommend her every change I get - make an appointment today! read more

Mary Ellen is THE BEST. My hair is wavey/curly and quickly gets to look dated. Not anymore. I told Mary Ellen I wanted something "edgy" and she knew exactly what I meant. She spent a solid 15 minutes asking me all sorts of hair questions - not many hair dressers will let you self indulge like that! - and I feel like she did what I wanted, but better. As a perk, the salon is GORGEOUS: immaculate, sumptuously decorated, great light and located on one of the prettiest streets in Sausalito with easy parking. LOVE. read more

Mary Ellen is a whiz with her scissors... a true artist and very skilled at the mastery of a dry razor cut. I walked in spontaneously to talk about getting a new look. She sat me down and spent a great deal of time studying my face and hair texture. She truly listening to what I liked and disliked and wanted in a cut. It was a nice collaborative process. I haven't had my hair cut dry before and it made so much sense to see the cowlicks and way my hair naturally went. She then washed it and perfected the cut afterwards. I love it! I've gotten stopped by numerous people... friends and strangers... telling me what a great cut it is. I highly recommend Mary Ellen. Not only is she a great hair stylist, she's a real people person and a pleasure to be around. She introduced me to every customer that walked in the door and really made me feel welcome and at home. read more

Maryellen ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My friend referred me to her and I have never had so many compliments about my hair:) She really educated me on caring for my hair I highly recommend Rouge salon and Maryellen She is a true artist read more

Mary Ellen is amazing. I have crazy curly hair and after 25 years with the same stylist, I had to find someone new. I was extremely nervous. I needed highlighting, low lighting and a hair cut and SUCCESS! I LOVE the ammonia-free hair coloring; my hair feels so healthy. Thank you, Mary Ellen, for a most successful day. read more

I showed up at the last minute and got a cancellation and was very happy with my haircut. MaryEllen is very experienced and professional and explained to e a lot about how my hair grows naturally and how to bring the best out of it. She respected my wishes and also brought something additional that I would have known. Great shampoo and head massage too. read more

I've been going to MaryEllen for about 4 years now -- couldn't be happier. High quality haircuts, wonderful environment, and head massage shampoo!! Always look forward to my next cut! read more

Let me tell you all... cheaters never prosper. I'd been with the same stylist for over 3 years, but it's geographically difficult to get to her now, so I strayed. I walked Caledonia last week to check out the hair salons for a cut. I wanted one that wasn't trying too hard to be trendy or had a neon sign in the window that said, "We Grow Hair!" All I wanted was an extreme, asymmetrical a-line. I explained it. She began cutting. I knew I was in trouble when the stylist said, "if I have to cut it 3x to get it right, I will" and "wow- I don't think anyone will ask for a cut like this." Holy. My eyes immediately darted around to find certificates of some coursework or to see what products they used. There was no music in the background and I was wearing a leopard smock. I suddenly realized... this was bad. Very bad. When I told her the cut wasn't right, she admitted she hadn't been listening to me explain it. And then she still didn't get it right when I showed her a picture. It wasn't even close. Wasn't listening!!!! I was panicked. One side of my head looks like it did before I walked in, the other side looks like a little Dutch boy. I could do one of those Kenny Rogers/Dolly Parton "Islands in the Stream" half-costume duets. Moral of the story, take your $50 elsewhere and don't cheat on your stylist. read more

MaryEllen and Tyler are awesome. I personally see MaryEllen, but sitting in her chair, I can see Tyler also making her clients hair beautiful. I have had nothing but good experiences at Rouge and when I leave my hair looks "magazine portfolio ready". It is a very cute salon that uses green products. I highly recommend you give them a try. I am very glad that I did:) read more

Here's how I knew, from the beginning, that I'd get a good haircut at Rouge: the hair stylists themselves had great hair and looked very put together. And when I asked, I found out that they (Tylar and Mary Ellen) cut each other's or even their own hair at times. Talk about good advertising for their own salon! I've been coming here for 4 years now and have been super happy with the results. In the beginning, I just went in for a semi-regular trim. Then I took the plunge and went for a short bob. I was freaking out at first that I'd look like a mushroom (which is what my sister looked like after her hair was cut short at some other hair place) but that was not the case for me AT ALL. I got a TON of compliments, even from strangers. So, I have nothing but good things to say about this salon. The other thing I like here is how comfy the salon is. It's small (two chairs) but really cutely decorated, with good music playing and in the winter, there's hot cider! How cool is that! read more

Sadly, the service turned sour on a recent visit. Color mess up that was not rectified. My hair turned out with 2 colors - and I only wanted one color. I called a few days later after a shampoo, explained my concern and asked her to take a look. After some reluctance I arrived at my scheduled time and sat there for sometime to learn it would be at least an hour wait for me. Rescheduled and at last minute she cancelled the appointment. It's been a month and no word. I understand mistakes happen with color, but to not offer to fix it is unprofessional. Too bad as I really like the haircut. I will not go back here. read more

If you're looking for a great salon experience, Rouge will satisfy on all counts. I love the fact that every time I've gone, I feel like I've had a little mini vacation in this cute little salon because the atmosphere is relaxed and the energy is warm and inviting. Combine that with the professionalism and talent of Tylar and Mary Ellen and you will leave feeling like a million bucks. On my recent appointment, I experienced a new service that they offer that is all the rage now, the Brazilian Blowout. This popular and innovative new straightening treatment is easier on the hair than the Japanese straitening one. Wow - my hair felt amazingly baby-soft and smooth, and gone was the usually ever-present frizz. The effects are supposed to last for several months. My hair feels like it did when I was a teenager! The are also great at color and cuts, and I have had many compliments after I've had my hair done. I honestly feel that my hair has never looked better. I really love this salon! read more

Rouge was recommended to me by a friend and I made my first appt with Mary Ellen. I had long straight boring hair and I needed a change. I didn't want short hair - I just wanted something....different. Mary Ellen was great from the start - she took the time to talk to me about what I wanted (I wasn't sure) what I liked and what I disliked about my hair. We ended up doing some shorter layers on top and longer layers to keep the length. It was exactly what I needed to update my style. I've been back to her many times, and took the plunge a few years ago and got a bob style! Now I have long hair again and I am getting ready to make my next appt. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my hair. Mary Ellen is the BEST! read more

I am so pleased with my hair since I've been coming to Mary Ellen at Rouge. She is sensitive to my needs, but also offers great suggestions for change. She always intstructs me how to achieve results for my self as well. In addition, she uses only the best natural and organic products as she is passionate about the avoidance of harmful chemicals. The salon in conveniently located in Sausalito and it has a parking lot an added plus! read more

Mary Ellen is fantastic. I've been going to her since I moved to the Bay Area in 2004. She is very good at listening to what you want and need to make sure your haircut is you and you are completely satisfied. Mary Ellen also continues to educate her self on the industry's styles & trends. She is a tremendous value for the level of service you receive. I also enjoy her passion to create an eco friendly salon. Her products are always fantastic and make my fine hair look great. read more

I just went to Mary Ellen at Rouge for the first time on a recommendation from my good friend who has been going to her for a while now. We have similar hair (long, thick and a bit wild without some taming). I had decided I wanted to get a Keratin treatment and my friend told me that Mary Ellen had been trained on this procedure and that her prices were very reasonable. I looked at a few different salons and, in fact, her prices were the best I had found. I would normally be a little suspicious but she was recommended so I went for it. First of all, the salon is darling and Mary Ellen was so very nice and welcoming. She didn't flinch when she saw my mane (some hair stylists do) and explained to me the entire procedure which usually takes about 3 hours for thick hair. Let me tell you, this Keratin treatment is a process! First they shampoo with a clarifier a few times to really clean any residue on your hair. Then they apply the product with a fine tooth comb on small pieces of the hair and comb it through. Then they blow dry it (my hair takes at least 45 minutes to blow dry straight). Then they flat iron it in very small sections. Then they wash it all out and blow dry it again. She was incredibly meticulous and communicative throughout the entire process. It took 5 hours from start to finish because my hair is so thick. At the end of the appointment, she trimmed up my edges and styled my hair with no extra charge. She even gave me some great tips for styling. My hair is so soft and shiny. I have gotten many compliments. I'm going to go to her for my highlights next time I need them. I highly recommend Mary Ellen! read more

Mary-Ellen offers a warm, inviting environment to get your hair pampered and is so generous about consulting and not rushing the process when you're ready for a change. She spent numerous months pre-wedding offering fantastic suggestions and we went through more than several trials to get the right feel for the big day. She is patient, caring and thoroughly researches every single product that she has brought into her organic salon. She cares as much about her clients health and wellbeing as she does their fine tresses-- a true gem! read more

Mary Ellen works wonders with curly hair! I have been seeing Mary Ellen at Rouge since just before my wedding in April 2007 (and she did a great job on my wedding!) and I continue to see her despite having to drive an hour each way to do so. I have curly/almost kinky hair and I wanted a short style but have only ever had bad ones before coming here. I now have a cut I love! Mary Ellen is a genius with curly hair. She knows to look for whether certain parts curl up more than others, etc. She also knows a lot about the scalp and hair in general. This is someone who really paid attention in hair cutting school. She's also just a really nice person. Oh and she gives great scalp massages. read more

Recently, out of shear despair and frustration with my hair, I was recommended by Mary Ellen to try a Brazilian Blowout/Keratine Treatment. I needed change, hair control and shine, I felt like my hair was really dull and flat. I have the frizzies and do not spend time on styling my hair (we have busy lives, right? Ponytail, lip gloss and I am out the door). It has been 2 months since I went to Mary Ellen and my hair is still silky soft...no frizz! no fuss! It looks much healthier and is much more manageable. Mary Ellen is incredibly personable, meticulous and informative in walking you thru the entire process. She listens, takes her time and educates you about your haircare/styling. As aforementioned in previous reviews, this is a 3+ hour process depending on your head of hair. Mary Ellen was patience, calm and confident as you sit in the chair. Honestly, sitting still for that amount of time in a hairstyling chair makes me want to run for the hills, but I did it and was amazed with the results. It is rare that you meet someone who takes great pride in their work and truly wants to make you feel "like a sweepstakes winner" when you walk out of the salon. She is worth the drive whether it be from Oakland, the city or even Sacramento. Make a day of it and enjoy the beautiful Marin County! Truly a gem...I recommend going to see Mary Ellen without a "flinch" - she knows hair but also takes the time to learn you and your lifestyle needs. I am grateful and I hope you are too. read more

I would heartily recommend Mary Ellen for your hair care! Mary Ellen knows hair and helped me to know my own hair better. Her approach is very natural and easy and holistic. She works with the way your hair grows and just is, to achieve a natural, comfortable and long lasting hair cut. As others have said, she listens and will deliver what you want. However she also will offer insight that may be enlightening and helpful. It was just so with me.I always enjoy the time I spend having conversation with her while she cuts. And Shampoos! Thanks Mary Ellen! read more

A Great Place for a hair cut ... or color for that matter!. Lot's of "TLC" given every time I have my hair cut. I look forward to my shampoo & head massage every time! Always nice music playing in the background as well as a felling being cozy. It is so hard to find some one like Mary Ellen that gets my hair right every time! Worth every cent. I have been telling all my friends, and they all are more than happy with the service they receive. Don't take my word for it, give it a try for yourself, you will not be disappointed. read more

Mary Ellen is awesome and a true artist when it comes to hair. A beautiful light in the world to spend time with... Thank you...

By far the best haircut I've had in 15 years! I went to Mary Ellen for the first time. She nailed the perfect haircut for me. Detailed oriented. Took the time to really identify what cut, shape, and length would work for me and then executed it with precision. I would definitely go back and would recommend her to anyone. read more

I've been going to Rouge for about 5 yrs now and would go no place else!!! Tylar is so good, esp for short hair and color! Have also been to Mary Ellen who is equally proficient! Both ladies are pleasant, the salon is intimate w/ interesting street traffic along Caldonia, and parking is plentiful!!! I used to drive to downtown SF,search for parking, pay top dollar for cut n color, then pay 4 parking and battle traffic back home! An all day event!!! Then I found Tylar and never looked back!!! highly recommended! Many of my fam n friends go to Rouge now. We always get raves on our cuts n color!!! read more

I have been going to Rouge for years, and just yesterday I got such a great cut! Tylar made an in-between growing-it-out length surprisingly cute. I always get compliments from strangers about my haircut. And Tylar has a special skill with cuts that keep a great shape for months! She has given me some amazing color over the years as well. It is so comfortable and sweet and I feel so pampered when I am there. read more

I have been getting my hair cut at Rouge for years and have always left feeling sassy and satisfied. Tylar is great at what she does and an amazing colorist. I got a Brazilian Blowout last time I was there and I loved it! read more

I have been going to Mary Ellen for haircuts for at least 10 years now. I hardly give her suggestions anymore during the consultation because she does such a great job giving me cute, stylish haircuts. I just give her a general idea for length and then let her go to town. I have always been pleased. My favorite thing is that the haircuts last and last - 2, 3, 4 months later my hair grows out still looking great. She also gives tips on hair care, how to style it, and even recently gave me tips on how to cut my daughter's hair! She is a master and really loves what she does. I recommend her wholeheartedly! read more

I am new to Capilli this year and have been to Mary Ellen 3 times in the past nine months. She is a pleasure to go to. Some of the things I appreciate about her and her salon are: no toxic smells as I get my hair done; quiet and serene environment; she is good at asking what I want and then doing what I want; she has taught me many new ways to take care of my hair; and my hair is looking the healthiest it has looked in years. She is great. read more