Curt is detail oriented, talented and friendly. I highly recommend this spot for anyone who is looking for a solid reliable place. He is also great with cutting curly hair. read more

Curt is a true artist. I have very tricky to cut, thick, wavy hair and was so impressed with his process. Instead of fighting my texture, he worked with it. Have it cut dry made it so I could see exactly how it would look the whole time. He talked through what he was doing the entire time to make sure I understand what he was doing and was happy with the process. Also, his space is super covid safe and relaxing. I love the whole set up and will definitely be back. read more

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Curt offered to cut my hair today at 1pm today to make up for my previous experiences with his other stylists. Long story short, he ended up not showing up despite the multiple appointment confirmations. He only called after the fact of me texting him asking where he was. I waited 20 minutes for him. I canceled my other haircut appointment to take this third appointment, only to have the same exact outcome as my last two appointments - a cancelation and no haircut. I ended up going to Supercuts (the only place that was open and could take me last minute) for $26. It came out great and the experience alone was 100x better. The fact that my Supercuts experience beat this one is unbelievable. Goes to show you a high price point doesn't always mean higher quality. read more

Best salon in Downtown Los Angeles! The entire staff is extremely talented, warm and unpretentious. I had the privilege of getting a cut from Mr. Curt Darling himself. I'm still excited, and that was last week. I walked in with my stringly, damaged, shoulder length hair and declared that I would not put any more effort into styling my hair apart from washing it. I also needed a style that looked sophisticated for my profession and age group (mid 30's). He did it, folks. He turned that mess into something gorgeous! I have been receiving compliments like crazy every since. My semi wavy, very fine, not so thick hair finally looks like a polished product. He also showed me a couple super simply styling tricks that I can do without using a hair dryer or flat iron. I'm so grateful! The vibe at the salon is awesome. It's so low key. The entire staff, as I mentioned, is very friendly and I didn't feel like a frumpy mess upon walking in, as I usually do at other salons. Curt, although a hair genius, is the sweetest guy. I'm very pleased. Curt Darling Salon is my new spot. read more

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I hate leaving negative reviews - but I'm really bummed the way my hair turned out! Let me preface this by saying I love the salon! I have a friend that comes here, and she always comes out looking and feeling fabulous, so I thought this would be a great fit. The customer service is fabulous, and the products they use are divine! I came into the salon over a year ago, with some much needed post baby lighting up. I showed Danica a picture and she said no problem. She was very sweet - and I really enjoyed my time in the chair...until she started drying my hair and I realized the color really hadn't changed much...especially when I knew I'd be hit with a pretty high price tag when I walked out. All things considered - it looked fine so I left and never said anything. Fast forward another year- and I needed my hair done again. I made an appointment with a different stylist (I know- not something I'm crazy about doing, but I love the salon!) so when I show up for my appointment - the receptionist surprised me with "oh we had a cancellation so we were able to place you with your last stylist!" Great. So I explained what I was looking for - also explained previous stylists (not naming any names....) hadn't been able to get my hair as light as I would have wanted. She said not a problem, and got right to it. Feeling I'd finally be able to be the blonde I had been before my children - she started drying my hair - and again, the difference was unnoticeable. She explained after finishing my hair this would be a process (2 more visits - at least - over the next 4 months) I don't know anything about hair - which is why I go to a salon like this. If she didn't think the results I was asking for would be achievable that day - I probably would have done something else (or gone somewhere else) or at the very least, I wouldn't have been so disappointed. read more

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Came here on Friday and got my hair cut by Curt Darling. It's great because since they cut it dry, you know exactly how it will turn out even without styling etc. So you don't go home disappointed after washing it. Curt really knows what he is doing. Took his time on my hair. I was extremely nervous because I went for a huge change and since it was pretty short for me, I was scared if it didn't come out right I would be stuck with no hair! But luckily that didn't happen and Curt did an amazing job! Everyone loves my transformation :) read more

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Hanka, loving my hair, thanks for another AMAZING cut!!! Your attention to detail and creativity always leave me looking and feeling my best. See you next time ( = read more

LOVE my cut with Kurt!! I've had some "miscommunications" with stylists in the past and when I first visited Kurt wasn't quite ready to trust lol But after seeing how beautifully the minor layers I let him cut fell, I had to go back with my naturally curly/wavy texture and get more of those layers! I ended up with the most amazing, personalized cut I've ever had. My hair has amazing volume and texture, and when I went to visit my colorist she couldn't stop playing with it and saying how cool my cut is! (She is not an effusive woman so I was very impressed.) Thanks Kurt!! read more

Curt is amazing! I never had my hair cut this way before and it was the best. Curt explained dry haircutting in such an easy way to understand. It felt great. My hair was so fresh afterwards. Having curly hair I was nervous but he did the most fantastic job. It was by far the best haircut and haircut experience that I have ever had in my life. I plan to come here for all my haircuts while I live in Los Angeles! read more

Darling DryCut Salon - Curt is amazing! It was the best haircut I have ever had. I love the dry cutting technique and how he explains it. Hair feels fantastic! - Hair Salons Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've gotten my hair cut by Curt a few times now, and every time has been amazing. The drycut method results in hair that looks great all the time, no matter how much or how little I fuss with it. Highly, highly recommended! read more

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I have curly hair and have been getting haircuts that didn't suit my face or personality. I found curt via Yelp and I can not be happier with my haircut! First, Curt is a great stylist. I was late (I'd never been to his area before) by over 40 minutes. And he stayed to do my hair anyways (I was completely apologetic and was prepared to reschedule because it was my fault.). Professional, great conversationalist and most of all, really cared about my hair and what I wanted out of my cut. He dry-cut my hair (first time) and for the first time in a while, I really enjoy my curls. He really helped balance my hair so I don't look like a haggard witch when I go out anymore! Could not recommend this place more! It's a little pricey, but my look was worth every penny. Don't settle for bad cuts guys/girls! This is worth it. read more

Curt is the most gracious host you can imagine. A great conversationalist, he immediately puts you at ease. He is warm and welcoming, but most importantly, he listens to what you need. I have frizzy curls and practically no skills when it comes to styling them. Curt sculpted them into more flattering, low maintenance layers. The cut is growing out well, and I cannot wait to return for a trim. Ultimately, my experience was a real treat! read more

I shaved my head a year and a half ago and have been going through an awkward grow-out since then. I came into Curt Darling Salon with no idea what to do about the mop on the top of my head. Hanka and I talked about it for awhile, she told me various options--shorter bob, thinning my "bangs,"etc. Then she got to work making my hair into something that looks stylish and is simple to care for! I had such a lovely experience with Hanka at Curt Darling that I'll be going back this week for a dye treatment. It will be my first salon dye treatment, that's how great they are!! read more

Maybe they cut hair well, but I didn't get to find out. I paid for a lyft and showed up to an empty salon after organizing my Saturday around my appointment. I'm very disappointed in Darling DryCut Salon's lack of professionalism. read more

A clean and intimate hair salon with really great natural lighting. Hanka listened to my hair goals and delivered beautifully sculpted layers for my long thick hair. I left feeling great! read more

Wonderful place, wonderful people, wonderful experience all around. I'm very adventurous with my hair-- it grows quite fast and can take a beating, so I've done basically everything to it-- and as might be expected, I came in with a very specific but completely abstract concept of the cut I wanted. Experienced salon-goers know that there's always some inherent risk there, because communication between a client throwing around kooky made-up terminology (me) and a professional stylist can easily become confused. Well, Erika D. was speaking my language. Erika is new to the salon but in no way new to hair (this girl knows her way around a pair of shears, trust!), and she knew all the right questions to ask and made sure I felt completely at ease and confident in her abilities before a blade came anywhere near my hair. While she snipped away, Curt himself dropped in several times to see how it was going and suggest precise little tweaks that somehow made a huge difference in how amazing it was already looking. It was astonishing to witness, actually-- he composes hair like other people compose symphonies, and plus he's a really sweet guy! Since Curt and his salon are famous for perfecting the dry cut, there was no anxiety over how I'd possibly make it look right at home, and no waiting on pins and needles to see what weirdness a blow dryer would reveal; I put my glasses back on and saw perfection. The parts that were supposed to be spiky were spiked. The long side intended to curl under had subtly curled. The sideswept bangs did indeed sweep to the side. It was glorious. And the next day, after washing my hair, I was able to more or less recreate the style I had walking out of the salon immediately. It's also worth mentioning that there was an adorable little dog hanging out on his bed at reception, because what could be a better welcome than that? :D Five stars, no contest. If you're going to invest in your hair, do it here. read more

I have never remembered a time when I walked out of a salon feeling amazing about my hair cut until I saw Abraham. He worked wonders on my hair using the dry cut technique and I came out with a perfectly choppy lob resembling Lauren Conrad herself. The cut was done so well that I could even do minimal styling and still have a great wave with my natural hair texture. The salon itself is beautiful and feels very organic and earthy while still being upscale. Abraham made me a blooming tea which was just delicious. I would recommend parking in the structure across the street by Big Man Bakes as street parking can sometimes be difficult. read more

I had an opportunity to visit their open house last night and let me tell you... nothing excites me more than having a place like this in our neighborhood!!! During my time there, I was able to meet the store manager (Naomi) who introduced herself to me. She spent the time explaining the organic approach in designing the salon. But what really caught my attention was actually seeing Curt Darling show off his talent and skills. I plan on making an appointment for next week.... I'll keep you posted. As of right now... I'm giving them a 4 stars purely based on customer and esthetics... but the real truth will come after my cut. read more

My coworker raved about Abraham so I had to give him a try. I am very happy I did. He's such a perfectionist and genuinely cares about your hair. He gave me feedback and suggestions and explained why he was cutting my hair a certain way. I trust him completely and will definitely be back for all my hair needs. read more

The good: I wasn't very happy with my cut (I have very nappy, ethnic hair so it's rare that someone gets it right, in fact I've only had ONE good haircut in my life) - HOWEVER, Curt and his team went above and beyond to rectify the situation. They offered me a slew of options and were 100% about perfect costumer service. I would recommend it for anyone who isn't as uptight as me and doesn't live in constant fear. This is the type of business that truly cares about their clientele! Curt and the staff are very polite and do try to deliver the best service possible. Thank you Curt, I really appreciate you. read more

I love this place! I could go on-and-on, but I'll start with the hair. I came to the salon for somewhat corrective action, at the hands of another salon. In a nutshell, my pixie cut wasn't blended well and it was too short in areas. Also, my hair color was a bit too warm to my taste. My stylist at Curt Darling, Iris, sat down for a few minutes and did a true consultation... Can't really say that is done at most salons. What's even more surprising, she even listened to what I had to say AND delivered results! After the color, Iris shampoo'd my hair. The chair with bowl/sink is truly awesome! First, it's actually comfortable and second, the chair has a rolling massage. I've been to many salons around the world and this bowl/chair combo takes the cake. Iris also gave me an excellent scalp massage in which she infused essential oils that smelled and felt fantastic. She produced exactly the hair color I wanted and phoned me a week or so later to make sure I was happy. The vibe of the salon is rather perfect-- there isn't obnoxious music playing, nor is it too quiet and stuffy. No pretentiousness in the air. Everyone seemed genuinely friendly and caring, including the owner. There is also art that apparently rotates through the salon. Looking forward to my next visit :) read more

The best haircut I've ever had! I recently moved to LA from NYC and it's been a struggle to find a stylist in LA who gets my hair... Curt is super cool and I love how informative he is during his process. So happy I found him, A true artist! read more

Honestly best hair cuts I've ever had from Curt!! He's a genius with hair and is a great conversationalist. Love the vibes in the studio too! read more

Curt works with my team for all our photoshoots, which is averaging about a two-day shoot per month. He can make any style requested on the shoots, making him a magician with hair. Every girl looks amazing from Hollywood Glam, to boho, to a seductive mane, to relax/ everyday hair. Knowing he is so talented and such a good listener to his clients or to the style desired, I felt so lucky that he agreed to cut my hair on set last week. Curt talks a lot about his dry hair cut approach to cutting. It makes so much sense. He looks at how the hair falls while dry and cuts it based on how dry hair behaves, versus just a cut of wet/ clean hair. I have to say, the dry cut Curt gave me was by far the best hair cut I have had in years. Not only was it immediately a gorgeous cut, but the next day, when I styled it, it was still a GREAT style. Curt is a super talent of stylists. I felt so lucky to have him cut my hair. And despite his great skill and years of high level styling (at shoots/ around the world/etc), Curt is so humble, warm and a great listener to his clients. Thank you Curt.... read more

Curt really is a Darling. He makes you feel listened to and cared about. He spent a while analyzing exactly what was going on in the inspiration photo I showed him so he could customize it to my curly hair. In the past, I've gone to a ton of places that specialize in queer cuts, and I've never spent more than about $50. Even though the styles I was asking for were pretty standard for these places, they never got them right. I think a lot of it has to do with wet vs. dry cutting, which is why I decided to splurge and go see Curt himself. His process is pretty magical to watch, and the best part is that he checks in with you every step of the way. He's extremely detail-oriented and will listen to what you say but will also advise as to what he thinks is best. I will definitely be back. (He's got some really adorable dogs too). read more

I'd never had a dry cut before and have hair that is not only fine but curlier in some places than others. Curt is an artist who can shape and texturize with a simple snip and trim, while causing no damage to your hair, and allowing the direction of the growth of the locks dictate the style. He knew exactly what I needed and since my hair was already clean and dry was able to finish and show me how to maintain my style in under an hour! He is most certainly the hair whisperer... read more

So happy to have ventured out of the Valley into DTLA for a new salon. Danica cut and colored my hair a few weeks ago. Loved how my cut and color came out. So when my daughter wanted her hair cut, I knew she would be happy with Danica. We braved the traffic and chaos of the Women's March and were late to our appointment but Danica welcomed us nonetheless. I showed her the cut my daughter wanted and Danica spoke with my daughter about her styling habits, how she had her hair in the past, her interests and activities, all the while touching her hair and playing with it to see how it laid down and behaved. As Danica was cutting, she asked my daughter more about her plans on her hairstyle and asked if she could color my daughter's hair. My daughter has lightened hair and has been wanting some color, so I said go for it. Her hair came out so awesome. The salon is an awesome place. Its very cool and laid back. You can't go wrong with any of the stylists there. But Danica is our favorite. We will have our hair done only at Curt Darling Salon. Worth the drive from the Valley. read more

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After I wrote the first review, Curt graciously offered for me to come in and have my hair fixed for free. He asserted that he was certain Dawn would be able to do precisely what I wanted. So here's what happened: Dawn fixed my hair and the color now looks perfect. Glorious, really. By accident, I was charged for it ($75). I didn't say anything, because frankly it was awkward, but I did post a pissy yelp where I expressed my frustration and gave them one star. That updated yelp review was up for maybe 2 hours when the manager of the salon called me herself (Kristy), on her personal cell phone, apologized profusely and refunded me my money. Guys, this is REAL customer service. This is a neighborhood salon that cares deeply about their customers and building a strong reputation within the community. Sometimes it takes a sticky situation to show us what people are made of. The Curt Darling Salon is truly different from the legions of snooty, petty, we-do-as-we-please salons in LA. I was bummed because I thought I was going to have to find a new salon, but now I can return! And they are pup-friendly! read more

In positive psychology, flow, also known as zone, is the mental state of operation in which a person performing an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity. In essence, flow is characterized by complete absorption in what one does, and is a characteristic commonly seen in someone who has found their "calling". This is how I describe what happens when Sylvia Essa does my hair. read more

Ralph....that guy is incredible. I fell in love with his work from the first time I received a dry cut. But... he REALLY took it to the next level when he took my hair from 3 years of bright red to a delicate pastel pink (by request, but he stayed 100% realistic). He works so hard during every single appointment i've ever had. You can see and feel his passion for his work. I don't think a lot of people think about the gift of confidence that a stylist may or may not care to give, but Ralph is someone who can take you there. The whole staff radiates their love towards hair, and as a client it makes you feel comfortable. This salon is the one, the one I will probably travel to from wherever to get it done. It may sound dramatic, but hey, hair is a dramatic thing. And I don't take it lightly! Much love to Curt Darling Salon! read more

Just had the best haircut of my life with Abraham. I've been going to salons for years where they blowdry/straighten then cut my wavy hair. Abraham took over an hour with my natural texture and made sure everything looked perfect. No fuss and will be easy for me to replicate. He's also extremely kind and the space is light-infused and beautiful. So happy to have found this salon! read more

Abraham did an amazing job taming my curls! Definitely recommend this salon for people with curly hair :)

A very generous and friendly salon with truly gifted hair experts. I've been getting my hair cut and styled by Curt Darling for 2 years now, so I'm dedicated because he always improves the health of my hair. Magic! The only complaint I have is that I didn't get to spend more time in his chair. He just knows exactly what to do. He's effecient and precise. However, I was taken to another chair where my hair and scalp were cleansed and massaged with top of the line organic vegan products. So the pampering went on for another 45 minutes. I got a really beautiful blow out so my hair was ART ::: I walked out of the salon shining like a diamond :) Another plus (+) is that an inexpensive parking station is right across the street. In DTLA... Super convenient! read more

What a great place! Everyone was so friendly, and Teresa did a magnificent job on my hair! Upon entry I was offered snacks and beverages, then Teresa asked me a few questions about what I wanted (I'm never very articulate--she was great at translating my "keep it short but um, make it less heavy? But not so many layers that I can't have a ponytail?"), then Curt came over to introduce himself and say hi too. They do a dry cut, which I really liked because it means they spend more time doing the actual cutting, keeping your hair's natural cowlicks/stubbornness in mind. And now I won't be sad that my blowout I can never recreate is gone after I wash my hair! AND they gave easy magical styling tips that I can do all by myself. The atmosphere is relaxed, kind of a soho loft vibe but not snooty--they played great music and had movies playing on a projector in the back. They also offer a lot of organic products that I'm excited to try when I've used up my current products. They aren't pushy salespeople--they just explain everything and seem to have your hair's best interest at heart. Best of all, there's a discount for downtowners! They also have sweet Art Walk parties--the last one had complimentary cuts, champagne, and truffles. Just sayin! read more

Sensible styling approach and cool location. I have been growing my hair out for a couple years. Both hairdressers I had been to prior cut way to much off even though I requested they do little as possible as I was growing it out. Wasn't sure who to turn to next. My best friend gave high recommendation to Sylvia at Curt Darling Salon. The place is unique, local art hanging, nice touches throughout. While cutting my hair, Sylvia was easy to talk with. No pressure to chat but was open to it if I wanted to. The best part is she re-shaped (tamed) my hair into a good looking clean cut while leaving all the length. Sylvia does "dry cuts" as to work with the hair in it's natural state, works with the hair's curves and waves. Couldn't have been happier with the cut. Afterward, Sylvia and the other gals at the shop also gave me well-rounded advice on the kind of products that would work for my hair type. Icing on the cake. Thanks Sylvia! Will be back for another cut. read more

10/10 would recommend! The new location on Spring St. is very charming and comfortable. Hanka did an amazing job restoring my extremely outgrown roots to beautiful bleached blonde hair! She is a very sweet, attentive and focused person and makes great conversation. Definitely will be going back for my next retouch. read more

Ralph gave me one of the best haircuts of my life and was a calming, soothing influence on me before preparing for an event. The dry cut method was perfect for my hair and Ralph is truly an artist. I definitely plan to go back as this is my new favorite salon in downtown Los Angeles. read more

Ralph had a long day ahead of him with my hair. My hair was dyed black and I was trying to grow it out. I could no longer wait. I needed help. Ralph took the time and care to use various strengths in the appropriate parts of my hair to bleach the black out. He was pleasant, informative and helpful. He even offered to order food for me because he knew it was going to be a long day. I told him my long term goal for my hair and he told me what I could expect from this visit. He bleached out the black and gave me an over all brown color. It turns out that family and friends all say he did a very good job! That was just the first day with him. I can wait to go back and continue my journey with my hair in his hands. I appreciate his willingness to communicate until we are both clear about what I want and what is realistic with my hair. My next appointment is at the end of April. read more

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Hanka is absolutely amazing. After reading all the reviews and being very hesitant to try a new stylist, I texted Hanka and she replied right away with appointment times. On appointment day, I was pleasantly surprised and found the salon's decor quaint and comfortable. Hanka greeted with with a smile and voila! the first meeting jitters instantly disappeared. As most people can relate, we have a personal relationship with our hair so trying someone new can be intimidating. From then, Hanka proceeded to give me a fantastic haircut...with some new fringe! The results were amazing! After seeing the end result, I was relieved to say the least, and I am happy to say, I found my new stylist and will be returning to see Hanka. If you are hesitant to try a new stylist, give Hanka a try, she will be patient, understanding and most importantly she will cut your hair to your comfort level. read more

Was set up to have my hair done with Danica. She was absolutely amazing. Very nice job in including low lights to my hair. I wouldn't stop receiving compliments about how good my hair looked after. Would definitely go back. read more

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