Love Kim, he's the best as a hairdresser, and kind, warm, compassionate human being!!! Nobody better!!! read more

Once upon a time, I had a go-to hair stylist of 12 years. I moved behind the orange curtain; he moved to the east coast. After a years long (no joke) search for a stylist/salon, I finally found Kim Vo Laguna Beach. The salon is expensive. Like hurt the soul, eye-rolling prices. However, if you can swing it, it's money is well-spent. The beach-front hotel setting is beautiful. I'm a fan of casual-luxury/understated ambiance, so it's a nice perk. So far, everyone I've seen was great (blow-outs, etc), but Vanessa is my pick. She is genuine, knowledgeable, and patient (I must have asked her a million questions about what to do with my hair when I met her!) Vanessa has some impressive coloring skills. At our first appointment, Vanessa fixed/finished an at-home base bump (bleach) gone awry, transforming the results into a warm light/medium brown. On my second visit, she assisted another stylist (whose name I unfortunately cannot recall, as I quite like her) with toning my hair to blend with both my roots and the blondish-brown clip-in extensions installed for my wedding. Most recently, Vanessa took my hair down to a rich, medium-dark, ash brown color, which I love. TL;DR - a pricey little gem of a salon, in a beautiful setting, with skilled stylists. read more

Kim Vo Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Montage Laguna Beach is an absolutely beautiful hotel. I'm writing this review on my experience at the hair salon. I came here to get partial highlights/cut. The staff was friendly, but I was extremely unhappy with how my hair came out. My hair is naturally a dark ash color (light brown) and every few months I get light blonde partial highlights done.My hair grows slow, so I'm lucky I don't need to get it done too frequently. When I came in, I asked for partial highlights (and to go a little bit lighter than my current hair). My hair came out YELLOW and very copper toned. The highlights weren't done properly, because afterwards I still had visible roots. I tried using toner for the next few weeks after but the copper tone never went away. As for my cut, I asked for a "lob." I wanted a shorter hair cut with still a little length in the front. Instead, I got a blunt short haircut with absolutely no style. This was all before the holidays, so unfortunately I had hair that I really wasn't content with. The worst part about all of this, was the bill was nearly 400 dollars. I've had bad experiences with haircuts/highlights before, but my bill usually a fraction of this I wanted to leave this review because quite frankly I'm extremely disappointed with my experience. I originally checked Yelp reviews before going to the Salon and I expected a 5 Star experience. Everyone was friendly, but when it comes down to it my hair looks awful. It looks like I could have found a random blonde box dye at CVS and did it myself, copper tones and all. Very unhappy with this Salon. read more

I have been a client of Kim's for years, first in West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, now in Laguna Beach. No only is Kim one of the nicest people you will ever meet, he is also the best colorist around. He is quick and gets it right every time. Everybody I have had any contact with in any of Kim's salons is always sweet and top notch. If you are a blonde, Kim will keep you natural and sun-kissed looking. My hair also grows out really well so I only need to get highlights done two or three times a year. Kim is pricey, but since I only need to get touch ups a few times a year, Kim is a BARGAIN! Your hair is your crowing glory ladies. Hair coloring is not something I am cheap about. I buy paper towels at the 99 cent store, but I don't mind paying for good hair people..they are WORTH IT! I love it that Kim works out of the Montage. The hotel is gorgeous, especially when it it decorated for Christmas. You need to book Kim in advance since he is only in Laguna one Sunday a month. read more

Walking into the Kim Vo Salon in Laguna Beach is a breath taking experience. You are warmly welcomed as you sit with the view of the ocean. But more importantly Melanie is amazing, fun, young and talented. You can never go wrong by booking an appointment with her. She puts so much passion into her work, you will walk out loving your hair every time! I also love going into the salon when Ericka is working, she is so sweet! I personally have never had my hair done by her, but everyone in her chair loves their hair as much as I do! I highly recommend both of them! read more

Most amazing experience with a hairdresser. It just doesn't get any better than Kim. Not only does he use the very best product available on the market but he processes in a way that will not damage your hair. The art that he puts into his coloring is like none other. And if his technique with the hair isn't enough this personality is so vibrant it would get anyone in a good mood. I highly recommend the Kim Vo Salon. read more

I came to Kim Vo because I had severe color and treatment damage and wanted repair. I am a surfer in and out of the salt water and sun. I also flat iron my hair regularly so the damage was pretty bad. Since I've been getting my highlights at his salon and using his products my hair health has improved dramatically. His coloring products are unique and do NOT damage. I have seen incredible results so I am willing to pay a little extra. His staff has always been courteous and friendly to me. So, I recommend Kim Vo at the Montage in Laguna Beach 100%. read more

Wanted to update to say that Romina is a hair wizard. She has helped me to transition to the perfect blonde ombre without damaging my hair in the process! I just love relaxing and looking out at the ocean while i am under the dryer. Romina and the staff always make it an experience rather than an appointment. Thank you Kim Vo Salon! read more

I bought a Travelzoo voucher for color, highlights, deep conditioning, & hair cut. I made my appointment and was disappointed that Kim Vo would not be my stylist, but the receptionist assured me that Ericka was fabulous. Well, she was right! Ericka did an amazing job coloring and styling my long blond hair. She is a miracle worker! I love, love, love my hair! She is not only talented, but she is also super sweet! I could not be any happier! The salon was clean and quiet. While waiting for my highlights to process, I had a lovely view of the ocean. The massaging chairs were such a treat while getting my hair washed! Why don't all salons have this? I will definitely be back to see Ericka at Kim Vo. She is a gem! read more

Ashliln Wiley is the only person that has been allowed to touch, cut, and color my hair for the past two years now. It's been a journey. I came to her after feeling really defeated while I was living in San Francisco. No one could color my hair for the life of them. So I came to Ashlin - hair green and black and she did an ombre on me. It was a process and after my 2nd visit my hair was glorious again. I always receive compliments on my hair. I STILL fly back to see her even though I've moved more north to Portland - but she's the best. Friendly, professional, never rushes - and she just really freaking cares. To her you walk out with her name attached to your hair - so it's going to look damn good. Do yourself a favor and save up that pocket change to come to see Ashlin - the view at the Montage does not hurt either. read more

I'd like to say being a Toni&Guy graduate and in the business for 5 years' perspective, Romina is outstanding. I treated my mother to a full service color and highlight for a new job and we were fortunate enough to get Romina. I have never seen my moms hair look any better. Unbelievable. Romina is the BEST and worth every penny. The color and highlights didn't fade and everyone complemented her. I will be back here for her to do my hair from now on. When you find a stylist who just gets it, they are invaluable. Thank you Romina. As far as the salon experience, for some reason I thought it would be bigger. There are only 2 wash stations, I think 3 nail stations and 4 hair chairs. Which is fine :). I honestly don't know what I was expecting, but I did think it would be larger than it was. The most beautiful part of the salon was the un-obstructed ocean view. That was so beautiful. It was so relaxing looking at it while watching my mom get her hair done sipping on some champagne. Montage really offered that first class experience. It was definitely memorable and worth the money. read more

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Mohammad works at the Beverly Hills location and did my hair a few days ago as I am visiting from Toronto, Canada. He did a fabulous job transforming my long black hair to a chic brown colour using his creative technique with highlights. Definitely recommend booking your hair appointments with Mohammad!! I will come back the next time I visit California. read more

OMG! I can't say enough about how awesome my experience at Kim Vo was. My stylist, Sophia, is super chic and attentive. She knows exactly how to make someone look and feel beautiful. This is the BEST location in Laguna! I already booked my next appointment. read more

I recently tried KimVo salon and I couldn't be more impressed with the service. I would definitely comeback.

Words can not express how much I love going to the Kim Vo Salon. I am a local and the salon staff provides a safe warm environment every time. Kim does my color and each time I walk out I don't understand how my color looks better than the last. Sophia is my main stylist. I see her often for blow outs and cuts. I have extremely curly hair and each time she is done I look and feel like a completely different person. She can do amazing things!!! She also does my make up and creates a beautiful all natural look. Its a treat going into see her...she is professional, funny and unbelievable and what she does. Matt sits at the front desk is always so accomodating to me as well. Half the time I do not realize I need a blow out till hours before and somehow he always finds a way to squeeze me in. He truly has a way of making you feel special each time you walk in. read more

Brittney Pullman is very talanted she will go far

Romina is amazing! She's the best colorist in California and for sure knows how to handle any hair type, condition or texture. She gave me the most amazing ombre and haircut I've ever had. Love her! read more

Wife there last Saturday. Carrie was the stylist. Got a hair cut and color. My hair is worse off for the experience. She even added a color without me knowing. Will not come back. There even is a 20% tip added to the bill without even asking. read more

Over priced $385 for base color, foil and they charge $85 to dry your hair. The colorist are not that good...they over process hair. I asked to be darker and I was made lighter and then my hair begin to break over the next few days. If you are doing a cut or style...your'e fine! But color...run! read more

I was so excited to stay at the Montage and visit the Kim Vo Salon, but that quickly came to an end when Sophia did my hair, it was the most awful experience I have EVER had at a salon! Do not go to her, she is rude, unprofessional, and is not qualified to be cutting any ones hair. I got the worst hair cut of my life, and was way overcharged. She is a terrible reflection of Kim Vo and an even worse hair dresser. read more

Visiting the Kim Vo salon in Laguna Beach was a escape to heaven! Not only was Kim interested in every detail of my hair color but he treated me personally like a queen! He not only gave me the color of my dreams but his friendly & attentive staff catered to my every need! Now I know why they call Kim Vo "Master Colorist"! What a amazing experience, I'll be back every chance I get! read more

I used to get my haircut at the Montage - it is a beautiful location and the whole experience was awesome. However, Kim Vo Salon took over and it was downhill from there - went about 4-5 times and never the same stylist which is a bust since when Montage ran the Salon you built a relationship with your stylist and felt comfortable with the outcome. I used to love the old salon. Maybe I am just a guy and guys haircuts are boring, esp without getting color, etc. They may be great for gals hair and color, yet, i would not know. Very disappointed - I used to like going there. In fact, I just called and said to myself, I am going to try again, yet, I didn't get a good vibe with the gal who answered the phone. So, bon voyage - was a nice place before, yet, doesn't work for me now. read more

I LOVE Kim Vo Salon!!! The people, atmosphere, professionalism and the overall experience was wonderful for me. Kim did my hair and he did an amazing job! His assistant, Luke, was extremely helpful and friendly too, along with the other ladies in the salon. I enjoyed an ocean view while drying my hair along with a nice glass of champagne. By far the best salon I have ever been to and I will continue to come back on a regular basis :) read more