After a lackluster experience at Madison Reed--both with the technique and the products--I decided…read moreto try The Marc Salon in Walnut Creek, especially after reading that they offered a similar color subscription membership with more skilled stylists and top-tier products. I'm so glad I did! I walked in without an appointment, and Raymond took me in for a detailed consultation. From the very start, it was clear that he really knows color--he even had me step outside to see how my current hair looked in natural light before deciding on the direction. I showed him a few inspiration photos, and he immediately understood the look I was going for. The result? A gorgeous, rich cowboy copper-auburn that was exactly what I had in mind. The tone and dimension were spot on. Plus, Raymond was super fun to chat with, which made the whole appointment fly by. I ended up joining their membership program so I never have to worry about my roots or grays creeping in for too long. I can't wait to come back! If you're looking for someone who truly understands color and delivers beautiful, lived-in results in a relaxed salon environment, ask for Raymond. He's a total game changer!

I have been going to Raymond for highlights He's…read moreprofessional, so much fun to work with, he knows what he's doing, he's just great+amazing+the best

Raymond and I are best friends since childhood. When Ray was in about 7th grade he began to study…read morecosmetology. He was determined to be great and in my deepest heart, I believe he is one of the greatest professionals on earth in his craft. He's confident and he has every right to be, because he put his heart and soul into his passion. If you're in the Walnut Creek area of California, make it a point to schedule a visit to Raymond Marc Salon. I assure you, the passion within the doors of this establishment is greater than anywhere I have ever been, including those Hollywood/ So.Cal. salons. Raymond Marc has mastered the essence of beauty in a luxurious style, fit for a star. And the good part is, they make YOU that celebrity! Do yourself a solid. Get down on it and schedule an appointment today at Raymond Marc. You'll love how you feel!

5 star salon 1st star for professionalism: beautiful salon,…read moreclean and well kept up. Raymond and staff are extremely professional, and they do a thorough consult so you know exactly what you're getting and how much it will cost. 2nd star (and most importantly) skilled and experienced staff: every stylist is incredibly skilled! They are well trained professionals who are incredibly knowledgeable. Raymond (the owner) did an amazing job with my highlights!! You can always count on a quality experience when coming to this salon. 3rd star for friendliness kindness: this is an incredibly kind and supportive salon, no judgment. They treat all their clients with grace and compassion. 4th the star for convenience: they have an easily accessible parking lot and provide free parking. 5th star because I love my highlights and I'll definitely be back! My hair looks exactly like the picture that I brought in! Thank you Raymond and team!!

I am so glad I booked with Taylor. Don't be fooled by the limited reviews, seems like Yelp is…read more"hiding" them due to the reviewer's profile not having sufficient reviews. Due to this, I was a bit hesitant to book at first as well but I took a leap of faith after looking at her work. I am so glad I did. I booked a consultation Sunday afternoon and got a consultation the next day on Monday. She was absolutely thorough in what I wanted and made sure it was to my expectation. I told her I wanted to keep my natural hair length (as I am growing it out) but I wanted to add extensions for a little extra length and volume. If you're looking for the same, tape ins are one of the greatest options to do so with little to no damage if properly taken care of. I decided to do a color correction with some added highlights to bring out some depth + toning to a chocolate brown color to correct some of the brassiness + adding some 24 inch tape-ins (both rooted brown/blonde highlights + chocolate brown to add more length and volume). Trust me.... SO. WORTH. IT. For reference, I added about 150g. You will see in my photos shortly ladies!!!!!!! Anyway, she ordered the hair the same night (Monday) and it came in just in time for my Saturday morning appointment. She does the tapes herself so this is an absolutely remarkable turnaround. More than that, Taylor was incredibly transparent with the cost of the extensions and even sent me the receipt to show that I was paying for exactly that with no hidden costs, something you don't see too often these days. The studio was such a vibe with clean and modern aesthetics! Cute plants, both nice natural lighting and lit LED mirrors, cosy teddy bear sofa & pretty framed pics of her work. Regarding the results yall... no need to explain. I'll let the pictures say it all. After all... a picture is worth a thousand words.

I seriously can't say enough good things about Taylor.... I came in with super dry, frizzy hair and…read moreleft looking like I was ready for a photoshoot -- which is great because I was headed to take family photos! I am never happy with the way I style my hair. It doesn't last, it falls flat, or it just doesn't look like I want it to. I'm so glad I reached out and asked if she could wash, dry and curl my hair. It was shiny, bouncy, and somehow still felt soft and natural. When I do it, it's all crunchy and stiff , and either too curly or not curly enough! The curls lasted all day, even through outfit changes and wind. She's so easy to talk to and really knows what she's doing. I left feeling amazing and so confident during our pictures. 10/10 recommend!!

I feel so grateful to have found Nicole!! We moved from alameda two years ago and after trying a…read morenumber of diff stylists, I've finally found a home! Not only is she a wonderful stylist, she is an amazing person - empathetic, good listener, funny, down to earth. I first came ~4months ago for a haircut repair from a bad cut. It was wonky, and I'd been given a random short layer on only one side. She listened to what I wanted, seeing beyond the bad cut and cleaned it up beautifully...keeping her eye on what it could be once things grew out. I returned today with my daughter - she got her first real cut in a salon. Nicole could not have been more patient!! And she gave our girl just what she wanted. Happy mom, happy daughter!!

My friend was so ashamed to share her experience with me but after seeing her photos i understand…read morethe embarrassment. Half of her hair was completely BURNT off. After spending $250 with no refund my friend was left with an empty wallet and half a head of mismatching highlights.

This was my second visit here. This time with Billy. I showed him a picture of the haircut I…read morewanted, and he not only delivered but also suggested styles that would suit my face shape. I absolutely love the result! Before, my hair was long, flat, and dull with no volume. Now, it looks full and beautifully styled. Billy is very kind, attentive, and meticulous with every detail of the cut. Highly recommend!

I got Japanese hair straightening with Billy and couldn't be happier! He was professional, patient,…read moreand detailed, and the results are amazing--my hair is smooth, shiny, and healthy. It's been over a month and it still feels like the first day--sleek, easy to manage, and I keep getting compliments. Billy truly cares about his work, and I highly recommend him!

Chelsea is AMAZING. She fixed my botched, uneven layers and gave me beautiful cohesive curls. On…read moretop of that she's so sweet, and easy to have a conversation with. I left with my confidence restored, thank you!!

In a word: Fantastic!!!…read more This is my first time getting a curly cut as well as going super short. I love it. It was a collaborative hair cut. She listened to my concerns and then worked her magic. I highly recommend going to the curl lab if you are looking for a curl expert.

I drive up from Southern California once a quarter to get my hair done by Paul. He has been doing…read moremy hair for over 20 years. He is amazing! He always has the best recommendations for styling my hair and knows how to bring my ideas for my hair to life and make them better than I could imagine . The Corner Shoppe is so cute & has the best intimate vibe, I don't feel like just another head of hair when I go there. Cannot recommend Paul enough!

Just had my first (professional) haircut in over a year; so happy to have some of the weight…read moreremoved. And now my bangs softly frame my face instead of hanging over my eyebrows in a uni-length blunt cut. Paul finished up my cut with a pretty French braid. The entrance to Paul's studio is through Dynamic Nails, a plus if you want to couple your haircut with a manicure/pedicure from Eva, a minus if you are really sensitive to the smell of nail polish. Paul has switched from a landline to a smart phone (925-597-1212).

After a long journey of trying to find a stylist who seamlessly blends extensions into short,…read morestraight hair I stumbled upon Tyler's Instagram and had to check her out. During my consultation Tyler explained for the length I had I would need more hair that usual, and she got to color matching my grown out, red/brown hair I felt was going to be impossible to match. Somehow Tyler got a perfect blend of colors to match!! We scheduled the install and got to work. The install experience was so, so, so good! Really have never had such a relaxing, laid back hair appointment. Her studio is beautiful and just has the most welcoming vibe, and Tyler makes sure you feel comfortable. She started off with a trim to ensure the extensions would blend well into my natural hair. As she started installing the extensions, she made sure to check in and ask if they were feeling comfortable throughout. During our lunch break she included a mimosa & charcuterie board snack! Such a sweet addition to the service. When we got back to the install and she worked her way to the front, I noticed her sectioning was perfect before she placed down the tape ins. This was super impressive to me!! I've had horror stories with other hair stylists who do a sloppy job just to get done quicker, but not Tyler. She pays extra attention to detail and when asked she explains from a customer point of view, and how uncomfortable it could get for the customer when their hair is not done properly. When she got to styling, before she even blended my extensions in, I was already impressed. The color match was CRAZY and after all the hair I needed, it surprisingly felt super comfortable. She got to work on blending in the extensions with my short, shoulder length hair and then styled it. I could not believe it when she was done, felt like a whole new person. Tyler really gave me the perfect mermaid/victorias secret model hair of my dreams!! I'm so in love and excited to go back in a few weeks for my next session.

Tyler is a gem! She completely transformed my look with my 24" k tip extensions! She was extremely…read morethorough and informative while installing and made sure to answer any questions I had. You can tell she enjoys the process And making her clients feel beautiful . You can't even tell I have extensions in they feel so light weight! If you are looking to transform your hair I would definitely recommend Tyler.. oh and best part.. she's mobile! So you can transform in the comfort of your own home! I have included some pictures of my final look Will definitely be back again