LeAnne gave me a terrific haircut. Listened to my needs and concerns at my first time appointment. I am extremely pleased with the results and would recommend her skills to anyone. My hair is straight, gray, and not very thick. She wants to please and she succeeded with me! read more

I booked a first time appointment with Emily Burgess 3 months ago. I've waited till now to leave my review to see how the really beautiful cut/color grew out. I am extremely pleased to report it looks as good today as it did 3 months ago. Emily is a very talented and creative stylist. She is a pleasing, calm, and considerate person. I really enjoyed the time I spent in her unhurried and relaxed atmosphere. Emily was professional, capable, and skilled. I can't wait to make my next appointment. I've found my new stylist! read more

Leanne has been cutting my hair and cutting and coloring the hair of all the women in my family for more than a decade. I followed her to I think three different salons over the years. She's an unquestionable genius and can turn any hair into any other kind of hair. It's absolute magic! I would plan big nights out after a cut because we would joke about how the haircut deserved being "taken out own the town." I may not be officially allowed to say this, but a certain pop group that might be named after a WWII-era bomber may be one of her customers, but you didn't hear it from me. Leanne gets all the stars, in fact there aren't enough stars to give. And she's being super responsible about COVID too, ask her for her current policy and you will be impressed by all the safety precautions she is taking. read more

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Le Anne is an amazing hair stylist! I've been going to her for years and now she is cutting my daughter's hair. LeAnne is an artist and truly enjoys making people look their best. She spends time getting the haircut just right and does wonders with layers, thick hair and curls! read more

This salon is owned by my bestie Intava. I went to her on Labor Day and she did so amazing. Her salon is so clean and professional. She really made my hair look and feel good. She always checks up on u to make sure ur doing ok and she will give u water. She's very sweet and always makes me have a smile on my face. Her shampoo and conditioner smell so good so I can leave smelling awesome. Totally recommend this salon. read more

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I know students are passionate to do a great job so I figure my appointment wont go wrong. I was able to squeeze in last minute blowout and my girl (I forgot her name but she had purple hair) did an amazing job. I felt very glamorous and I booked with her for a color treatment for my Birthday. Instead of paying $50+ I paid less than $30 including tip for a great service which I was satisfied. read more

I followed Emily Burgess here when she migrated from Fringe Salon. We've been together for nearly a decade and no one else gets to touch my hair with anything sharp. I have fine hair that's incredibly unforgiving if a cut isn't done perfectly and I kissed a few toads before finding Emily. I walk out looking fantastic and feeling relaxed (thanks to that amazing shampoo massage) and the cuts always grow out beautifully so I can go at least two months between cuts (which is kind of unheard of when you have short hair). I routinely get stopped on the street and asked where I get my hair cut. I always recommend Emily without reservation. I also love the space at Intava. It's light and lovely and the high ceilings mean it's relatively quiet even if all of the chairs are full. read more

Came here last minute to get a haircut... LeAnne was able to accommodate me same day and she did AMAZING. I absolutely love how she layered my hair. I got quite a few inches off so of course I felt slightly worried I would look terrible after, but I have got nothing but comments since then. I highly recommend read more

Emily Burgess at Intava is, in my opinion, among the top stylists in San Francisco. She is a hair-styling genius!

Always looking for a new place to get my hair "did" and through networking happened upon Intava Salon, and the stunningly talented stylist Nick. This very large salon with modern decor is a hidden gem in Hayes Valley. Nick has great hands, which he used to full effect, so far twice, giving me a great head of hair. Not cheap ($90), but well worth the money. Happy to have found this place, and it's fun, outgoing, friendly staff. read more

LeAnne is a RockStar! She always makes my hair look fantastic and on top of that, she is adorable. My very picky teenage daughter loves her as well! Highly recommended, seriously. read more

This place has the best energy and LeAnne is awesome! I LOVE my highlights. Will be back for sure!

I dedicate this review to Emily: In preparation for a dance performance, I was looking for a color that would compliment a vision I had in my head. For the longest time, I played with the idea of dying my hair grey/silver/lilac/lavender. I was so apprehensive at first because I hadn't color treated my hair in 3 years. My cousin recommended Emily and we emailed her pictures of the colors I was inspired by. In a heartbeat, Emily was confident in my request. Long story short, she turned my virgin jet black hair to silver/lavender pastel vision I had imagined! Literally bringing an idea into life. The process is a production like any other color treatment, but by far the best and most comfortable bleach and tone I have ever had. Having any chemicals and heat usually cause irritation to the scalp, but I experienced zero burns or discomfort. Emily knows color. Meeting Emily was life changing. She is a talent and a creative. I trust her with my hair. Because of her I feel that my outsides match my insides. I made a vow that she touches my hair every 10 weeks. Recently, we worked together in creating a platinum pink pastel hair color and the result was a success! Ladies and gentlemen, please see Emily and experience great work! She is super talented! read more

I followed Emily Burgess to this salon from her prior one. Have been going to Emily for many years. She is an amazingly talented hair sorceress/goddess, adept at both scissors and razor. I have curly-ish, short, age-thinning hair, and she always does an AMAZING job! Oh, and that Reiki scalp/head massage, during which Emily removes all of the energy-crud, is pure heaven. An experience worth every cent, and my cuts last two months! I ADORE Emily Burgess!!! :-) read more

A definite hideaway. Turn down IVY Street and you will feel like you are in your own private world. The space is light and airy with an awesome skylight. They stock a variety of products - mostly Davines - the conditioners are great and the fragrance is gentle. Leann Cowan is a gifted colorist - get your hair done by her! This place is pricey, but worth it for the expert styling and privacy. It's nice to go to a place where not everyone is prancing around like a DIVA. Excellent! read more

This hairstylish name is Intava and she did an astonishing job on my hair. She nourish and revived my hair in a less than an hour. Most of my hair appointment I will get uncomfortable with the stylist but I bonded with her instead. I love how smooth and sleek my hair is instead of puffy up. I love her confident she is and how enthusiastic when she gets to work other people hair hair because she takes it seriously. I would recommend Intava to any body who need their hair to get fix read more

I had the best experience at Intava salon. LeAnne is AMAZING! I just got a basic haircut for medium to long hair with long layers and it was worth every penny. The service was incredible and salon is beautiful. I highly recommend and will definitely be back. read more

Sure, I'd probably follow Teresa to the moon for the magic she works on my hair and general self-conception, but I do like Intava. The salon is airy and calm, all of the stylists hilarious, and the location perfect to grab a post-cut brunch in Hayes Valley. I haven't tried any stylist save Teresa Rice but she's amazing: she took an east coaster from a hair hating bob-wearer to a hair loving pixie three and a half years ago and I'm not looking back. Teresa has killer short hair skills and concocts some amazing platinum blondes that have gained me a couple hundred undeserved compliments. read more

This review is for me girl Emily Wheeler! Emily is the best at what she does when it comes to color. I have followed her from salon to salon and will continue to do so. I wouldn't trust anyone else with color! We change it up, too, and she's always spot on with giving me what I like. read more

One word: EMILY. She's honestly a master at color. She's able to get the gist of what you're going for and make it look great on YOU. She knows what works with your tone and texture and brings out the best in your hair. She's honestly the best colorist I've ever been to and almost don't want to write this because I want to keep her to myself! read more

LeAnne has been my stylist for several years now. She is amazing on so many levels! I love my hair with her and she gives great consultations to give you exactly what you want. She also did my hair, my mothers, and my brides maids hair for my wedding last August and did a spectacular job! I will post pictures soon. She also did a beautiful formal up-due for a recital I gave in may. She always does a great job and I can't recommend her enough! read more

I drove from Menlo Park to try this place out based on a recommendation. The hairdresser was unapologetically half an hour late and then rushed my cut giving me really uneven blocky layers. Leanna was nice but the cut wasn't. read more

I just had my second cut by Emily Burgess . She is very professional very helpful has wonderful suggestions.takes great pride in the work that she does.no rushing no sloppy service and she gives a great head massage while doing the shampoo.I think she said she had been cutting hair for more than 20 years and her professionalism and quality shows.I highly recommend her read more

I posted a separate review for my stylist, Teresa Rice, but also love the salon. High ceilings, skylights, and plenty of elbow room.

I have been going to Intava since Leann joined the salon a few years ago. If it hadn't been for her who knows if I would have ever found the place. It's a great spot. Clean, modern, airy, and great lighting . Everyone at the salon is kind and friendly, no one is pretentious, and you really feel at home. I also love the products they stock. My #1 reason for visiting Intava is Leann. She is the best hair dresser I ever had for cut and color. I have been going to her for 10 years now. She has taken me from 'virgin hair', to blonde, to red, to nearly black, varying shades of brown, and now has me rockin' some beautiful ombre. Leann really knows how to get you as close to your dream hair as possible. If I am making a color or hairstyle change, I usually show her a picture of what I want. We have a quick chat of how close I can get to the picture with realistic expectations. The result is always gorgeous. Apart from her brilliant color and cuts, she is also fun, friendly, and super accommodating. I even have my boyfriend going to her. Leann is awesome! read more

Leanne is wonderful! I have very curly hair and she can cut it, style it, and blow it out wonderfully!!! My boyfriend goes to her as well and loves her for men's haircuts. You won't be disappointed. She rocks! Easy to book online and great new modern salon space in Hayes Valley. read more

This salon is very modern and stylish inside. Leanne does unbelievably natural and modern highlights. I get compliments on my hair everywhere I go. Also, this girl must have the sharpest scissors in town because I swear my haircuts from her are always amazing. I am never, ever disappointed. She's a blast too; very enjoyable to talk with while getting all fabulous :) read more

Teresa is absolutely a master in color. She also gives a fabulous haircut. She listens to what YOU want and gives suggestions on how it will actually work with your specific hair type and shape of your face. Her prices are also awesome. I would recommend her to anyone that wants a a great salon experience, you will not be disappointed! Absolutely 5 stars! read more

I've been getting my hair cut by Dan Suda for almost 10 years now, and I'll follow him wherever he goes. Dan is fun and friendly and I look forward to my appointments every month with him. He always does a fantastic job, and if I ever need to reschedule, he's usually very flexible. As a guy, my haircuts are pretty simple, but I know he's great with all kinds of styles, cuts and coloring. Getting a haircut is boring, so it's important to me to have good conversation, and Dan always delivers and we laugh the whole time. We've become close over the years, and I'm glad to now call him a good friend. You can tell people love him, because his station is adorned with souvenirs from his customer's trips around the world, haha. A few years ago I got my brother to start going to him too, and he's been really happy with Dan. I will always recommend him to anyone! Oh, yeah... and Intava is a really nice salon, everyone there is very friendly, and their scheduling service works great for someone as forgetful as myself. read more