By some miracle involving precisely the perfect timing, and just the right online search…read moreparameters, I discovered this wonderful human being. Everyone wrote so highly of her, prompting me to bookmark the business, so as not to lose a possibility for future use. Prior to combing through Yelp, I had just wet my hair under the kitchen faucet, quickly toweled it dry, and dashed to the car with the aim of fitting in a much needed haircut at another place. When I typed the address in to GPS, it turned out they had already closed at 6pm (instead of 7pm, as I had thought). All three of the other places I had been considering were by appointment only, likewise closed, or too far away (with traffic) for me to make it in time. Fariba was also closing soon. I decided to act quickly, not overthink it, and take a chance. I called to see if there were any cancellations in the next 20 minutes, and she was able to fit me in right away. (What a blessing.) Because my hair is quite short, was growing out into a bit of a mess (after shaving it off the last time), and I had not previously been happy with the places I had tried, I really did not know what to expect. Simultaneously, I had a very positive feeling from within, and felt surprisingly hopeful. It was indeed my good fortune to find Fariba. She is warm, kind, detail-oriented, very highly skilled, reasonably priced, and an absolute delight. This woman is a bright light! (Truth be told, she also rescued me from shaving my head yet again, which I really did not want to do right now, because I miss having hair, as well as having a more feminine aesthetic.) Sometimes spontaneity truly rewards us. Not only that, following those sweet little threads of possibility when they arise in consciousness to be noticed, can really open up stagnant energy in myriad ways, leading to rather inspiring outcomes that may potentially impact other areas of life. The visit was akin to receiving some sort of nutritive infusion. During the appointment, I never once felt stressed, anxious, confused, or worried about what the outcome would be. To the contrary, I felt peace and trust. I left feeling uplifted, relieved, more vibrant, and even smiling (which I have not done for some time). It was like dropping by to see a dear friend, after which you depart with a bit more pep in your step, and tangibly more sparkly than when you arrived. At last, a place I enthusiastically, joyfully, and genuinely look forward to returning to. I wholeheartedly recommend this awesome stylist. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Fariba is soooo kind! I wasn't sure about what haircut I wanted and she helped me choose the best…read morestyle! I wanted something very specific with my layers and she listened to everything I wanted. Definitely recommend her!

been going here for 4-ish years for japanese straight perms and haven't looked back i'm half black…read moreso i have curly hair but i prefer the lower maintenance routine of straight hair. saori is great for perms and her style is sooo relaxing. no burning no itchiness and my hair is still healthy! also, their perm solution is not really stinky like most places' perm solution. i recently got a short 1 layer bob with see-through bangs and undercut from sean too and he was awesome. surgical precision and my hair looked perfect when he was done.

Got some partial highlights from hair stylist Sean. He was very kind and friendly, and was very…read morepolite making sure to ask me every time he wanted to use a new product or had a suggestion of what to do with styling my hair. The hair wash was very relaxing. This was very refreshing of an experience and I liked how it came out. I am looking forward to coming back to do some color and a cut. The ambiance of the salon is very nice. It is owner by a Japanese hair stylist and many of the staff are Japanese or Asian. The decor is comforting and very stylish. The salon is located in an awesome location with tons of shops, restaurants, cafes.

Felt the need to review because I have never had to pay an advance in the 1.5yrs I've been using…read morethis salon as a last-minute spot. Always get the pre-cut wash/condition and I'm always out of the door, from a style cut, within 30min. Will continue coming to this extremely reliable salon.

BEWARE!! I've been hesitant to write this review, but it's been a long time coming…read more This salon requires a fairly large deposit when you book your appointment, usually 3-4 weeks in advance. The problem is that when you check out after your service, they charge you the full amount again, as if no deposit was ever paid, seemingly hoping you've forgotten about it. Then, on top of that, you're expected to leave a tip. This happened to me multiple times. At first, I thought I was just forgetting because I hadn't kept track of my deposits. But on my last visit, I took a screenshot of my deposit confirmation before my appointment. When it was time to pay, the cashier insisted I pay the full balance with my card. I only brought enough cash to cover what I knew was the remaining balance plus my tip. When I showed them my deposit receipt, they suddenly changed their tune. Their reaction made it seem like they knew exactly what had happened. Please keep track of your deposits if you choose to visit this salon. Screenshot your confirmation and verify that your deposit is deducted from your final bill before paying. I can't say whether this has happened to anyone else, but based on my own experience, I believe I was overcharged multiple times. Had this not happened, I would have remained a loyal customer. Instead, I feel like I lost hundreds of dollars that I worked hard to earn.

I can't believe I haven't left a review yet! I've been coming here for years to get my hair cut by…read moreKenji. He's very friendly and really great at what he does. I'll definitely keep coming back as long as I live in LA :)

I'm so happy that I found Hidemi. The level of care and expertise she has is unmatched and I'm…read morealways excited to come into the salon.

She is THE BEST! Josephine knew what my hair needed before I even knew what my hair needed. I'm…read morealways so anxious getting my hair done cause past hairdressers have always convinced me to do what they want. She asked "what DONT you like about your hair?" Not many hairdressers do that, and they push balayage on you. I completely trusted her and even when leaving I was still a bet nervy and apprehensive, thinking it wasn't dark enough. BUT honestly, it's my fave. So me. Sitting in the hair and seeing it at home I LOVE IT. Definitely what I needed. I wanted to go darker darker but that would've been way to drastic and I truly would have regretted it later on. So nice to finally find a local hairdresser to trust. Will be recommending to anyone who asks.

Extremely poor customer service and hair color service. I came in and asked to go lighter, but left…read morewith my hair basically the same color. For $400, I expect something to actually look different on my hair. My end result looked NOTHING like the photos I showed. When I politely tried to bring it up afterwards, Josephine just "haha" reacted to my message. Extremely unprofessional and rude. The least she could do is act like she cared. I'm not sure why she has so many good reviews because my experience with hair and service was terrible. This was over a year ago and I'm still upset about it because I had been looking forward to this hair appointment for over a year, carefully planning my finances to be able to afford this service. After a year of reflection, I am still appalled at her reaction to a client being disappointed and the way my hair came out. Paid $400 for nothing.

This is the best hair cut I've ever had in my life. Noriko understood my hair, and also knew how…read moreto style it. I can't say enough about how pleased I am. For reference: I have mostly straight hair with a very mild wave in some places, some odd cowlicks, that is very thick but fine and needs to be properly shaped. She knew how to thin and texturize it perfectly into a very chic bob. I am super picky with hair stylists so I am absolutely delighted after my cut. The salon is very nice as well.

I was really hoping to book with Noriko because a friend recommended her. I tried texting several…read moretimes and called a few times, and I finally reached someone today who told me that she's not accepting new clients. I completely understand if she's not taking new clients, but I wish I had been told that from the beginning. I spent quite a bit of time trying to get an appointment, and it was frustrating to only find out after several attempts. I'm sure Noriko is a very good hairstylist, but unfortunately, this experience with the communication and customer service left me disappointed.

One of the best salons I've been to in LA. The staff was professional, friendly, and attentive to…read moredetail, ensuring that every client has the best possible experience. My visit felt almost like being in a spa and was incredibly enjoyable. What makes this salon especially unique is its selection of treatments sourced directly from Japan. I tried the Soda Spa, which left my hair unbelievably soft and incorporates CO-infused water. I also highly recommend the Hair Chemist treatment, especially if you frequently blow-dry or color your hair. It made a noticeable difference I left with softer and shinier hair. The salon itself is warm and welcoming, and the team is exceptionally talented. I left with an amazing blowout, and my hair has never felt softer. They truly prioritize both relaxation and results, making sure you leave completely satisfied. A special thank you to Rika, the owner, who was absolutely incredible.

I came to Taka Hair Salon for a small trim to keep my length while getting rid of the dead ends and…read moreevening out my curtain bangs. James did a lovely job. My hair felt so healthy afterward and it was exactly what I wanted. (for reference: my hair is around shoulder length and was $85. Prices will very for different stylist levels ) He was very attentive throughout the haircut and I could tell he was really focused and detail-oriented. The front desk staff were also very nice and accommodating, and there was plenty of parking right in front, which made the visit super easy.

Cute salon located in Santa Monica! I felt like I didn't get exactly what I asked for, but the…read morestylist was accommodating which I appreciate. Pricing is a bit higher than average so was hoping to walk out loving my cut but it's definitely hard trying somebody new / cutting a new persons hair. All in all, probably a great spot if you have a stylist you like and are familiar with!

Alex gets me right every. Time. This was the perfect dimensional bright blonde! She is amazing!read more

Azin truly is a hair Artisté! I have thick hair and lots of…read moreit. I love coming to Azin because no matter what haircut I show her she blows it out of the park. There's been times where I have no clue what to do with my unruly hair and she will just exceed my expectations with results! You can tell when someone loves their craft, they have perfected it almost to an art that it speaks for itself. I also just love the way she blow drys hair after it's freshly cut, I can't get it anywhere else. Very efficient and very luxe! Thanks Azin!

Salon is cute and Azin is truly a pro at cutting hair. We also had an interesting conversation…read more Will be back!

Because of a serious illness I hadn't been to the salon in years...then the stars aligned and I…read morefound myself in Westwood at Salon Biology and in the incredibly competent hands of Naz. I went in thinking I could just jump right back in to the color, highlights and cut I used to have. Unfortunately, after that illness and age, my hair had irreversibly changed and was too weak to take the processes it would take to make my "fantasy" happen. Naz was honest with me, empathetic and kind..she gave me realistic suggestions and "held my hand" throughout, used products that actually helped my hair and educated me on how to use them. I didn't walk out with the fantasy, but I did walk out with healthy, beautiful hair with a great cut. My husband noticed my hair right away (after 20 years of marriage this is a rare occurrence) and thought it looked amazing. And at the end of the day, I felt great about my hair and that's how you want to feel when you walk out of the salon. I cannot recommend Naz and Salon Biology enough!

I had a very disappointing experience with my lash lift at Salon Biology…read more The lash lift I received barely made a difference. A few days after my appointment, I called to let them know I wasn't happy with the results. I was told to wait about three weeks before coming back to have it redone. When I called back after that, no one answered. I then left for a work trip to Japan. When I returned, I submitted a request through their website asking for a refund. Someone from the salon called me and asked if I wanted to come back and have the same technician redo the service. I politely asked if I could have a different technician instead, but I was told that wasn't an option. Since I wasn't comfortable having the same person perform the service again, I again requested a refund. Then the owner told me it's too late to have someone at the salon redo it or to get a refund. Horrible customer service. I've attached photos comparing the results. The first photo is the lash lift I received from Salon Biology. The second photo is from a different salon that charged about half the price, and the results were dramatically better. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Salon Biology for lash lifts. I was disappointed not only with the quality of the service but also with how my concerns were handled. I will not be returning.