I go to Leslie for all my low maintenance hair and lived in hair color needs. When my hair needs love Leslie is honest and educates me on real solutions on how to maintain my hair at home. She listens to my requests and takes lifestyle into consideration when suggesting a hair transformation. As a new mom, some days can be overwhelming but with my new haircut she has made it easier for me to manage getting myself ready with such ease. I just had a baby and postpartum hair loss has caused me a lot of stress. As I sat on her chair and expressed my needs, she listened and educated me about hair and hair growth. I felt empowered, relieved and hopeful. She has made me feel more confident as I slowly come out of my postpartum cave. The products she uses are low-toxic, what they are for & shares where to find them as well. My hair always feels soft, manageable & my style lasts a while! Her technique in cutting shows, her haircuts have so much detail & look great as they grow out. Her presence is calm, soothing & she makes me part of the experience. Thanks to Leslie I have been able to not stress about my hair, be patient with the process of growing out and she holds my hand as I go through my transformation as a new mom. I will follow her anywhere she goes. read more

I go to Leslie for all my curly hair needs. The second I sit in her chair, I know I am going to be taken care of. When my hair needs love, Leslie is honest and educates me on real solutions for maintaining it at home. She listens to my requests and considers my lifestyle when suggesting a hair transformation. Leslie is very experienced and knowledgeable in a wide variety of hairstyles, and it shows every time I visit. The products are low-toxic. She explains why she is using these products & shares where to find them as well. My hair always feels soft, manageable & my style lasts a while! It makes my life easy as I feel taken care of days after. Her cutting technique shows; her haircuts have so much detail & look great as they grow out. Her presence is calm, soothing & she makes me part of the experience. She makes the entire experience stress-free. I like that I get to text her directly to book appointments & has an Instagram full of education, so whenever I need a hair tip, I go to her page & she has something for me. Thanks to the excellent Leslie, I have been able to fall in love with my hair and be patient with the process of growing out, as she holds my hand through any significant transformation. I will follow her anywhere she goes. She's the absolute best! read more

Leslie is truly a master of her craft. She is both a curly hair specialist and a color specialist, and I've trusted her with my curls for years. Not a day goes by without someone stopping me to compliment my cut or color. Leslie takes the time to really listen and makes you feel completely taken care of. She understands my hair goals, my busy lifestyle, and how I care for my hair day to day. She always finds the perfect solutions for covering my grays while creating low maintenance color that grows out beautifully and still looks intentional between visits. I also love that she uses low toxic products, which makes my hair feel healthier after every appointment. My cuts are always tailored to me--lately a layered cut with bangs that's full of volume and bounce. My hair feels soft, healthy, and refreshed every single time. Her color work truly lasts and gives that effortless, lived-in look. Beyond her talent, Leslie is a gem of a human being. She immediately puts you at ease, and her experience clearly shows in the results. I can't recommend her enough. read more

I have gotten both a keratin treatment and hair cut from Leslie. She really cares about her work and takes time to ask and understand what I was looking for. She takes her time and doesn't make you feel rushed and out the door. The blowout I got lasted a lot longer than others I have had and my hair cuts always looked great even when experimenting with new styles I have never tried. High recommend. read more

I've been a beauty professional for 20 years in Los Angeles, and I am admittedly particular about my hair. I found Leslie after multiple friends and clients raved about how exceptional her work was and how lovely she was to work with (for cuts, color, and beyond- she takes great pride in developing her skills in every aspect of hair art), and I have to say I am beyond ecstatic with my results too. Leslie really took the time to listen to my goals with my hair, and wants to get me the results I want. She's also very cognizant of protecting the integrity of the hair during chemical processes. When she saw some slight needs for correction in my haircut (she's a true perfectionist) she made sure I was completely comfortable with her cutting a bit off. I appreciate that, because we all know haircuts can be a sensitive experience. I sit here typing this, playing with my hair because I have not felt it feel this silky in ages the day after a chemical and color treatment (we did a Brazilian keratin treatment and color). I am so thrilled I found Leslie. Thank you for an experience and look that make me feel truly fabulous Leslie, you are incredibly talented, and full of passion for you art! read more

Team leslie all the way! Her hands possess literal magic. Her attention to detail is my favorite thing about her, my hair is always looking sharp and like an expensive haircut (if you know the difference you know what I mean) I look forward to my pampering time with her, and always have a nice time when I am there. The wash and hair/head massage sends shivers down my arms and back (ahhh zen vibes). I am always blessed to be in her calm presence, her energy seems like it's always afloat and at peace and I mean who wouldn't want to bask in on all of that? Alrighty, overall she's the best in the game and I love her!!! read more

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I have been coming to Leslie for my hair for at least 4 years. You wanna know how much I love what she does?!? I drive two hours to get my hair done y her. When you find someone who is super knowledgeable about hair and can transform your hair...you go above and beyond to stick with her! We've done everything under the sun Blonde, pink, purple, more blonde. Extensions! All of it. My hair is always amazing when she's does it. I've been incredibly picky about who touches my hair (who isn't though!). I've had horrrrrible experiences with people touching my hair and when you've finallllly found someone who you fully trust with your hair you stick to it. Leslie is always up on the latest products, the best way to color, cut, etc. she knows exactly what is best for your hair. I fully trust her and let her do whatever magical wonders she feels fit HIGHLY SUGGEST GOING TO HW! read more

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LESLIE IS AMAZING!!! She was very attentive, and super fun to talk to! I went from brown hair to silver and she did it flawlessly!! She also cut my hair in a way that made go from 0-100 in the "I'm a cool kid" spectrum lol! Overall, she's very knowledgeable in hair, she's always asking how I was feeling during the dying process and got that exact color I wanted. But she went beyond!!! She also uses vegan product which I feel really helped the process too. My hair didn't hurt, burn or itch when it was going from brown to blonde! Highly recommend!! She's an amazing soul, great person and so much fun to sit with! For sure going back like forever now lol!! + she plays bomb music!! So it feels like you're there for a good time, not a long time !! The hot box is the place to be!!! read more

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Leslie has been doing my hair for many years now and she does an amazing job at copper and reds (on my hair). I've done my hair extremely copper to a deep red and the transition is amazing. And we all know how hard it is to get that red you want. And she is always flexible with my busy working hours.. read more

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Leslie gave me the subtle lightness in color I was seeking to elevate my natural hair color. She listened to what I wanted, asked thoughtful questions, and delivered exactly what I was hoping for. She was personable and put me at ease during my visit. I highly recommend her for color if you are looking for a natural end result. read more

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I've been coming to do my hair with Leslie for over a year now. She's unbelievably talented and amazing at what she does!!! She's the only hairstylist I've completely trusted with my hair. I know that regardless of what change I want to make, Leslie will walk me through all my options and leave me with a gorgeous healthy hairdo The quality of her work speaks for itself. She's a genuine and beautiful person inside + out which she translates in her craft. Another reason to love her more is she's a huge supporter of animal + eco-friendly practices and products read more

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Met with Leslie and she did an amazing job on my curly hair. It was great to have a stylist who can educate you on how to keep your curls healthy and beautiful. Thank you Leslie, love my haircut read more

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Leslie was such a wonderful hairdresser! She's very dedicated to creating a hairstyle specifically for you and your personal style. She's also a very kind and funny so the long process of my hair transformation was comfortable and went by in a breeze! Can't recommend her enough! read more

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Leslie did an amazing job on my haircut. When my roommate saw my haircut she ended up loving it and then going to Leslie a few weeks later and loving her haircut too! Highly recommend you go check out her creative genius and see for yourself. read more

I just love Leslie so much and her work is amazing. I don't trust anyone else with my hair. Ive been going to Leslie for 7 years and I've never looked back. She's brought my hair back to life numerous times and it's the healthiest and longest it's ever been. She is a perfectionist and pays attention to detail. She takes her time to formulate colors and blends colors together that you wouldn't think would work together. She is the best to recommended and consult each session. She ask questions regarding my hair and what i would like to do every single time. I enjoy the ambiance and the energy Leslie brings to my hair experience. I feel her positivity and how much she enjoys what she does. It's difficult to find someone who cares and takes value in their work but also cares what products she is using and the health of your hair. I will follow Leslie where ever she may go!! But you need to definitely book with her for amazing hair results!! read more

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If you want someone who will take care of your hair like it's their own then look no further than Leslie! When I decided to grow my hair out I quickly discovered that it was going to be incredibly difficult to tame and debated cutting it off. Thankfully Leslie stepped in and managed to transform this frizz-beast into silky smooth magic! (Yes that was a Zohan pun). Not only did she help my hair look better but she gave plenty of advice and pointers which have greatly improved my hairs health and has helped me to be able to self-maintain it. Leslie is now the primary stylist for many of my friends and family because she knows what she's doing! Whether you want your hair to grow better, want to tame it, or just want a bulletproof cut she's the girl to see! Also her color work is SOLID! ***Guys with long hair approved!** read more

Leslie has been doing my hair for the last 4 years. She's the only person I trust with my locks. From taking my natural black hair to blond and my waist length hair up to my chin; she's it. Whenever she says she has a vision for my hair I trust her, she knows best! Every time I walk out of her hotbox I come out looking amazing! She knows her tools and her product. read more

So glad I chose Leslie! I came to her wanting to get a short haircut after having long hair for a loooong time. So, I was super bored with my hair but also nervous to make the change. Leslie really listened to what I want and made me feel comfortable. She did a great job and I now have a lively haircut that still looks great even if I don't style my hair:) read more

LESLIE is a hair angel !! OMG !!! Where to begin! I guess I'll start by saying she saved my head ! I mean hair lol ! I had previously gone to another hairdresser and that lady fried my hair and made my hair turn orange. Leslie colored my hair and she brought it back to life ! Since than, I've been going to her for years now. She specializes in turning brunettes into blondes seamlessly ! I'm also extremely picking with my hair cuts and she always manages to cut just enough to keep my hair healthy!! She has changed my hair multiple colores and I swear my hair seems to always get healthier each time I see her. I go from light to dark to light again and my hair is soft and healthy ! I highly recommend this talented woman! Her products are also super bomb !!! read more

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Leslie hooked it up legit. My hair-do was hurting and Leslie knew just what to do. If you're a guy wondering if Leslie can deliver, have no fear, she's a pro at men's haircuts, as well as women's. She has done some amazing work for my wife aswell. Wash, cut & color read more

Ok, first off.. TO ALLL MY FELLOW CURLY HEADS OUT THERE... LISTEN UP!; At my (divine) age, I had yet to find someone I truly am comfortable and happy about letting them cut my curls, then. . . LESLIE! if you've yet to feel like a refined-selfie-taking-HAIR GODDESS after a hair cut, set an app. w my girl. Need a fresh salon look? She has got it!!! read more

What stylus charges by the hour? I have a chin length bob, just needed roots done and a few highlights I was quoted $300 And tell him to take three hours for my hair to be done. Unless you're made of money don't go to this place read more

Leslie has been my stylist for over 4 years now. I keep going back because not only does she understand what I want to do with my hair but she is so fun to hang out with. She brings good vibrations. read more

I met Leslie by chance. I was supposed to see her suite mate but our schedules got messed up and I ended up in a panic to get my hair done. Leslie was my saving grace. She was so attentive and reassuring. I've been hooked and been coming back ever since. She has great cutting skills and never leaves me disappointed. Leslie thanks for saving me that day and all the other days when I need a makeover. You're the best! read more

Leslie did an awesome job with my hair! I went in to get some purple color added to my naturally brown hair with some blonde highlights. My hair is naturally curly so Leslie first blew my curls out a bit and then added some more blonde to lighten up my hair. She then added purple with some toner to make it an iridescent purple shade. It has so much dimension and it looks very natural and subtle, even though it's purple! Leslie had a great vision for what I wanted and I'm very happy with the results. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a fabulous cut or color. read more

Have gotten my hair cut,dyed, and braided many times here. Every time I go, I'm more than pleased with the results. The atmosphere Leslie provides is friendly and genuine. I feel like I left a therapy session Vs leaving a salon because of the warm and precise care she shows to each of her clients. I will recommend this place to anyone who ever wants to unleash their full potential look wise and to anyone who ever wants to boost their morale! Went from frumpy to handsome in no time! Love you guys! read more

Leslie is amazing and extremely talented!!! She takes the time to understand what you want, explains the plan, and then works her wonders!!! She also gives great tips for after care. Thank you Leslie! read more

Leslie always makes me feel at home when in "The Hot Box". When getting a haircut or changing the look of my hair, the conversation in detail is always had. Leslie perfects every hair idea with detail and patience. Leslie has cut and styled my mom's hair and I would recommend her to anyone interested in getting their hair cut and styled. It's worth the 30 minute drive just so I can be in her studio feeling welcomed and loved while getting my hair styled. Leslie is 5 stars every damn time. read more

Leslie is the most kind hearted down to earth person! She came out to do my hair and my daughters for my wedding day and styled it better than I could have imagined. I have curly textured hair so my hair tends to get frizzy after a blow dry but when Leslie styles it it always looks and feels amazing! Her prices are reasonable because I truly believe you get what you pay for! I love her hair cuts and does amazing blow outs! Definitely would recommend you pay her a visit if you haven't already! read more

From haircuts to balayage, Leslie is your go to girl for hair needs! She never fails to make my hair look and feel amazing. Over the last 4 years she has been the only person I trust to touch my hair. The Hot box Salon has a great ambiance and a perfect place to relax while Leslie works magic on your hair! read more

Leslie is amazing. I had Covid-19 hair! She made me feel normal again. She's so meticulous and talented. She'll be my new hairstylist for sure. read more

Leslie is awesome at everything she does! She's an expert at color, style AND cut, I call her an artist and a chemist because there's so much science and formula that goes into calculating color. Her and her shears are amazing, she creates flawless cuts and styles and somehow the hair continues to grow into the cut beautifully. I haven't let anyone else touch my hair since the day I met her one Sunday afternoon on Ventura Blvd, when the sky was clear and the weather was cool. I saw her and I knew I wanted her to do my hair. From trims, cuts to layers, honey caramel balayage and blond ombre, she does it all. She's truly talented and she's a natural, to top it all off she really enjoys what she does all day everyday! read more

Okay so seriously, I can't even tell you how dope and talented this girl is. Like most men, I am faithful to my barber who I've been going to for years. However, my barber went on vacation and I needed a hair cut badly. I was recommended by my girlfriend so I tried her out. Glad I went to her and highly recommend her for men's hair cuts. read more

My go to spot in LA. Great team. Experts in the field and overall great people. I travel a lot and when a haircut is needed they always make time for me- either In the shop, or travel to me. Definitely a must try if you are in need of a great hairstylist. Ask for Leslie she has been my go to for 10 years. She will not disappoint! read more

Cleanliness comfortable punctual. Loved the salon all the way around great attitude of staff

Leslie is the person to go to! Super chill and friendly with an awesome space. She's helped me dye my hair, and on a separate occasion, braided it. Gotta say that she's awesome at what she does and knows how to give your hair that impact you desire. Always a delight! read more

I went to Leslie with orange hair, she was quick to add low lights and the best color to correct the damage done by someone else. No job is too big nor too small; You are in the best care when in the hands of Leslie. Leslie you are simply the BEST, Thank you again for making me look my Best! read more

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Let me just start by saying if I could give this place 20 stars, I would!!! Leslie is amazing!! First off, let me explain that my hair was about as f'd as it could get! After a bad bleach job which resulted in my hair melting off and a hideous haircut I lost all hope! I found the Hot Box in yelp and decided to text about an appointment. Leslie responded and scheduled me a few days later!!! As soon as I met her, she explained what HER recommendations were and why. She managed my expectations to a degree I've NEVER experienced! While I'm not usually a fan of short hair, she killed this look, and I love it!! She was honest about what steps I needed to take to grow my hair. She was freaking AMAZING!! Leslie, be mine forever!!!! I really cannot thank you enough!!!! read more

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The communication in the salon is amazing here! I mentioned a few things my hair did that I didn't like and Leslie gave me a hair cut that fixed all my troubles! As a gal with frizzy wavy hair, it helped a lot to get the right hair cut and she did amazing! read more

Leslie has the best hands ever! Love my new haircut! Super health and stylish. Thank you love!