What a hidden gem! Needed a new stylist after my main gal moved out of state and decided to come…read morehere after reading some of the reviews. Let me tell you- Ms. Kawehi lives up to the hype! I have had some terrible cuts in the past and am very hesitant when having my hair cut by someone new. Kawehi took time to communicate, asked questions throughout to make sure the cut was going in the right direction, and brought just a very positive vibe to the whole experience. I would definitely recommend coming here, 10/10!

Kawehi (owner and operator) is awesome in every way. I met her through my mom who's been going to…read moreher since she was in hair school. We've had the privilege of following her all the way to her own business - Island Style. She is located in Mountain View in one of the recently built residential on top, business on bottom, combo buildings. You can schedule via telephone or online. Keep in mind, she is usually only taking appointments during the weekends. Once at your appointment, you park in the back of the building and you enter a code via the backdoor. Island Style has large windows that look out into the main road. The shop is quaint and clean. Black and Red is her vibe. She has a large mounted TV for your entertainment. I personally see Kawehi for "long hair Hollywood blowouts" for me and/or my daughter. Despite having ethnic hair, I'm in and out in an hour and a half. Lots of stylists call themselves "master stylists," but they can't handle ethnic hair FYI, it's a total joke. Any way, the amazing Kawehi is outgoing and always makes great conversation. Her prices are definitely competitive. I would be asked to pay almost double for the same service elsewhere. She colors my mothers hair often, so I can say she is definitely an expert in that arena also. I have hired Kawehi for private weddings and other special events and she always comes through with quality work and a positive attitude. We are so greatful to know her. Book here, book here!

Olivia (Hairvana) is an absolutely amazing extension artist. To start, she is constantly continuing…read moreher education with the newest and best (and most comfortable) extension methods! She truly cares for the health of your hair and for you as her client. If you're thinking about getting extensions do your research!! I came to Olivia from having tape in extensions that ripped my hair out and damaged it further. Wether you are getting extensions to let your hair grow while you enjoy them in the process or just enjoy longer and thicker hair: make sure you are going to go to somebody who will keep your hair healthy and long like Olivia because they can unknowingly be so damaging. I have two rows of 22 inch hand tied extensions and they are so thick and beautiful! You'd think that would be heavy, two thick and long rows of hair - but I am never uncomfortable! They are so lightweight it's like they're hardly there. I have been seeing Olivia for my extensions and color since November of 2018 and I just bought my second set of hair in January 2020! My hair lasted me a year and 2-3 months!! That's incredible and nearly unheard of with hair extensions. And it's not like I am overly loving to them, I used heat on them, washed my hair every couple days.. everything normal. Worth every penny to me to be treated like a queen, keep my hair healthy and get quality and BEAUTIFUL hair! Olivia is the best in Alaska. I obviously can't say enough good words about my experiences with her. Thank you Olivia at Hairvana!!!!

If I could give Pamalana more than 5 stars, I would! She's an artist and unbelievably attentive to…read moreher clients! She always works with my schedule and makes me feel cared for!

I had such a wonderful experience getting my full highlights and layered haircut with Anjelica at…read moreDrift salon. The results were top notch and the experience of spending a half day in this salon was genuinely enjoyable. Anjelica (and all of the staff I encountered) were incredibly attentive to what I wanted and went out their way to make the experience comfortable. I have lived in Hollywood and San Francisco and been to some high end hipster places in my time, and I can confidently say I have never had a better experience than I did today. I feel refreshed, confident, and truly cared for. And my hair looks awesome!

How does this salon not have more reviews? It's tucked away behind Plato's Closet, and the only…read morereason I originally checked it out was for a Groupon for a brow wax/tint for a steal of a price. I decided to try it out for a cut and color before a trip south to visit family. I wanted a dramatic change so I requested a senior stylist and made an appointment with Mileena for cut and color, and Karlie for brow wax and tint. I had shoulder length dark blonde/light brown hair with lighter blonde highlights but I missed having bold hair. I mentioned when I scheduled I was thinking about going cool red/purple with a peachy money piece and they passed the note to my stylist. Mileena already had an idea in mind when I sat down. She mixed 3 colors for the perfect red and off we went. She was so sweet to talk to, and everyone in the salon had a great vibe. When we first finished I wasn't thrilled with the money piece (my roots rebelled the peach) and we game planned to try a pink overlay to fix the neon orange tones. Took just a little longer and I felt so bad asking for a change but Mileena wanted this project to be perfect! And it turned out amazing. She is INCREDIBLE, I'm so happy with my hair! Karlie was also very wonderful. We game planned the shape of my brow (I sucked at telling her I didn't want them so rounded but she understood) and asked if I preferred wax or threading. I didn't care so she did a mix of both to get the perfect shape, and she tinted my brows a touch darker to match the new tones of my hair. My only complaint is that I just discovered them now and only have time for one more visit before I move to the lower 48. Great hairdressers and brow stylists are hard to find!

When you're scrambling for a great wedding makeup artist, I am so soooo lucky to have met Kat!…read more The service, the care and attention to every detail you explain to Kat about your dream look, she goes above and beyond to make it happen! I hired Kat and another artist to do the hair and makeup for my wedding and she did an absolute amazing job! I paid for service for me, my mom, my bridesmaids and my flower girls. Kat and efficient with time, sweet with my family and made the day go by super smooth. I attached the photos below and I would 100% recommend her to anyone who is looking for wedding makeup services! Love you Kat! Thank you again for everything

Very pleased with style!!! Annette understood the assignment...lol frfr definitely going backread more

I was desperate to find a new stylist. I walked into the salon explaining that my former braider…read morehad left the state and that I was in need of help. Annette was warm, welcoming and I arranged to get my hair done. On appointment day, she and her staff were prompt and professional. They did an AMAZING job and I walked out truly feeling like a goddess. She also discussed hair health and I look forward to growing a healthy head of hair. I have found my hair home.

I went to see Mai with a picture from a magazine of the "perfect" hair color. I was absolutely…read moresure it would never work, but my boyfriend really liked the color so I thought it was worth a try....Mai made it happen and the results are so great that a stranger told me I have the "most beautiful red hair she's ever seen!" Needless to say, I'm VERY, VERY pleased. Mai was friendly and welcoming. I really appreciated that, before she did anything, she actually discussed and really LISTENED to what I wanted before starting. I felt very confident that we were on the same page. Also happy to know she does free bang trims between cuts.

I am a man and don't really like getting haircuts, or spending hours looking for the right color,…read moreor whatever new trendy thing is in fashion right now. I was driving by and decided to give the number on the door a call because it looked like an interesting place. WOW! I hated hair fashion...and still do, but hot damn I look great! I've only written one other review (because most things don't sway me hard enough one way or the other) but this improved my life. I was literally given the best haircut of my life, and I am now a forever customer. The girl that cut my hair kind of took my grumblings and looked at my face, body type, and whatever else to give me an amazing cut that random people have actually complimented me on! Anyway, do yourself a favor and try it once. And I asked, and they do, have gift certificates - so have your wife or girlfriend be your guinea pig. (under the guise of being sweet and getting them salon gifts) You will get mad brownie points and you'll get good cuts.

I had a wonderful experience with Jenn's coworker Roxy! I reached out to Jenn and Roxy about a week…read moreand a half before my graduation and was really fortunate to be able to book a hair and make up appointment for my mom and myself. Roxy was quick to respond in all communications ahead of my appointment and answered all of my questions. I requested a soft glam look with a half up/half down hair style and Roxy really delivered. I absolutely loved the look and she made the experience a lot of fun! I would definitely recommend going here for make up application and hair styling for special events.

Jenn is amazing to work with! This is the second time we have worked together (first time being my…read morewedding) and I would absolutely go back again for professional hair and makeup whenever I need it. She is so sweet, patient, and kind and knows how to work with difficult skin types like my own. I had some scheduling restrictions and she worked with me to make it happen without making it a stressful experience. We easily chatted all morning and she was even able to finish ahead of schedule while still providing quality work so I could be on time to my event. So thankful for her calming presence on those big days early in the morning. She books up quickly with her loyal client base so definitely plan ahead, you won't regret it!

Love this hair salon! Sarah has been doing my hair for 7 years now, and it's always exactly what I…read morewant. Plus she makes me laugh constantly. The space is gorgeous and modern, and the products are top of the line. I love the atmosphere, and all the hair stylists are talented, professional, and provide excellent customer service. Highly recommend!

Absolutely not I came in around January 2023 told her I want my roots done back to blond like the…read morerest of my hair also joked with her multiple times saying as long as my WHOLE head is the same color I'll be happy I had prob 21/2-3 inch of hair needed to be put back to blond she screwed up the first time making me come back the next day. Then when I left I still had 2 inches of my natural hair color sticking out and not saturated fully so it was yellow and purple at the bottom of my hair then left that shop paying almost $300 she's fun to talk to I should've said something but I could not let her screw my hair up and come back another day. Do not go here.