I had a fantastic hair appointment with Nancy. Let me get…read moreinto the details... I had booked her last year around November/December, but I totally kept changing dates due to just having a very busy work/mom schedule. Well the time came and Nancy was so kind to remind me about my appointment. I finally was free and went ahead and got my hair done. It came out soooooo amazing! So many compliments too. When I walked into the salon one the hairdressers greeted me warmly and guided me to sit where Nancy normally works with her clients. I felt really warm vibes immediately. Once Nancy arrived (I arrived extra early) she began her magic. But during the process, the gentle approach and her attentive ability to communicate and lather my hair gently sold me. Usually you're used to being splashed here and there, well my experience with other hair dressers. I was surprised I didn't get much water in my ears which is a problem for me since I have ear sensitivity and I'm just used to getting ready and embracing for the worse. I didn't get a wet back at all and I didn't feel rushed ever. I felt very comfortable and welcomed. Do you know how hard it is to find a hair dresser with great hospitality service? Yeah this one is a gem. I really recommend stopping by or booking with Nancy. 1000/1000.

This place is amazing and these stylists are all fantastic…read more Jo is my regular stylist now for more than 5 years. I drive all the way across the city to see her and it's worth every minute of traffic. She is excellent at her job, very professional, very communicative, easy to collaborate with and so so sweet. A delight to talk to! I feel so comfortable in her chair, and you know, how awkward this particular activity can sometimes be! Jo is a lovely person and a talented stylist. I'm so grateful for this relationship, both with her and with my hair, which she made me love again by knowing just how to deal with all my problem areas. She knows how to take all the fluffy weight out of my otherwise dense and frizzed out hair. I always come out of here feeling lighter and more beautiful than when I walked in. The price feels like a steal for the quality of the workmanship and the joy I feel walking out. They are usually running on schedule and I have rarely had to wait past my appointment time. I find that they are easiest to get ahold of on the phone in the earlier part of the day, and they do call back on left messages, text and respond to yelp appointment requests, which is wonderful. They get very busy during the day and this is a small team, so the service is personal, even when it takes some time to communicate. This shop is bright, airy, comfortable and clean. They always have good music going, and not too loud. The bathroom is spacious and always well appointed. They sell lovely jewelry, crystals, candles and other items, in addition to luxurious hair care products. Parking is very easy, even tho it's only street. There are meters on Lincoln, but I usually park down Marine or one of the other side streets for free, just watch for street sweeping hours.

This was my first visit to The Salon, and it definitely won't be my last! I booked a blowout with…read moreLily, and I'm so glad I did. She was incredibly friendly and personable from the moment we met, making the whole experience feel comfortable and fun. The blowout itself was absolutely amazing, easily a 10/10 and honestly one of the best I've ever had. I loved it right away, but what impressed me even more was how it looked even better as the day went on. I received so many compliments! I'm beyond happy with the results and so excited to have found someone great in the neighborhood. Thank you, Lily! :)

LOVED My bridal style and separate blowout!! After moving to LA this year, I kept driving back down…read moreto Orange County because I could not find anyone I trusted with my hair. I am very particular. On the morning of my courthouse ceremony, I finally decided to take a chance and booked with Lana Boquitas. I am so freaking glad I did because she ended up being exactly the person I had been looking for. Lana does not just style hair beautifully (even though her work always turns out amazing). She took the time to get to know me, understand my preferences, and figure out what I actually wanted and would feel beautiful in, even when I could not fully explain it. She has styled my hair for events, given me a great blowout (I went to their fun Blowouts & Bellinis event!), and helped me understand which tools and products work best for my personal hair. I feel so much better about my hair thanks to her guidance. On top of her talent, she is a genuinely warm and thoughtful human!! She's so easy to be around. From the moment we met, she felt like someone I had already been friends with. I would trust her with anything when it comes to my hair. If you want a stylist who truly cares and knows her craft, Lana is your girl!!

Came in for highlights, I showed pictures of what I liked and am blown away! Lesly is a darling and…read moremade sure I was taken care of. Great customer service, top tier professionalism, and even better with curly hair she has a good eye for facial framing pieces and shaping hair! Parking garage, with validation from the salon. Street parking is like $1 an hr, up to 2 hrs so I just set a timer on my phone and paid on the app as needed. All the staff was nice, I was greeted by everyone and offered refreshments when I came in.

Lesley has some much experience with curly hair and she has done such an amazing job on my…read morehighlights and styling my hair. I gave her a picture and it came out even better. Lesley makes you feel so at ease and always making me laugh. She styled my hair as well as showed me some curly hair tricks. If you have curly hair look no further Lesley is the British majesty of curly hair

I love her free spirit and creativity on my mane. She made me feel like a queen on this…read moreinternational women's day and I feel like a unicorn. Her attention to detail is relaxing because I don't have to do any of the thinking or decisions. I leave it to her since she is an expert.

Aimee is the best!! I get a cut, highlight and blowout and my hair looks fabulous!!!…read more She is clean, vaccinated and wears a mask. Also, she has the cutest salon dog.

Okay I'll admit maybe I'm the wrong dude to write a review - I'm bald and before today I had never…read morepaid for a haircut in my adult life. I took my elementary school age daughter here today for a cut and they did a fantastic job. She's not one to sit still but they were cool with her using a fidget toy while they cut her hair. They explained the process and most important they listened to her and what she wanted. Her hair looks great (or Slay as she says) The vibe here is rad as well. They have magazines which is cool to see in this day and age. The staff is awesome and the salon dog is super sweet. As with so many others along this stretch - Ocean Hair Studio is a great local business. Grateful to have them in our neck of the woods z

Got a blowdry here before an event. It was exactly what I wanted! Relaxing and felt put togetherread more

Martha is incredible! I will never go to another salon for a haircut again. She is great with all…read moretypes of hair, listens and does exactly what you want, or you can seek advice from her years of professional experience. She makes you feel comfortable and it is always a good vibe and feeling when you leave. I used to hate getting my haircut, but now it is one of my favorite "errands" because of how I look and feel when I leave. She also does coloring and other services that I cannot speak on, but the clients getting their hair colored while I am there always seem happy with the results and consistent clients. She is at a new location now, but don't let that fool you. Quality and the work is always top notch! I highly recommend going to her!!!

Martha is an absolute hidden gem. I just moved to Santa Monica from New York City. I already have…read moreshort hair and always have had bad experiences with people cutting my hair too short (don't we all!). I went to Martha and her haircut (no style) cause I was going to the gym later anyway, costs me $65!! Amazing deal. She believes in giving people a good rate but also allowing her to make a living. I respect that so much. Other salons I called wanted $95+ for a trim... Martha gave me a consultation where I showed her pictures and she totally listened to my requests and executed it perfectly. She is so nice, kind and sincere with both her technique and personality. I will be 100% returning to Martha- she is well priced, easy to locate and owns a cute little salon. If you want to see my hair- Feel free to see my instagram @nms20. Couldn't recommend her more! So happy to find my go to stylist.

Always a great experience with Jen! So fortunate to call her…read moremy friend! My hair always looks amazing! Today, especially feeling sad, she absolutely uplifted my spirits and I so appreciate her kindness and brilliance!!!

So grateful to have found this little gem of a studio and almost don't want to share how amazing it…read moreis because if you all start booking it up I'm going to be very upset. Twice now I've gone in to have my grown out pixie shaped up and both times I've been talked off the ledge from cutting it all off again because they know the ultimate goal is to have it grow out. To have a stylist listen to your goals and honor them is just, wow. What else could you ask for!?

Joy continues to be the best! Such a comfort to just walk in…read moreknowing that Joy always knows what I like and I'm always walking out happy. She's always open to my suggestions and knows me so well to know what to do without my having to say a word.

This was my first time at Jane's' Hair Salon and I am more than pleased with the results. Joy…read morespent time listening to my concerns and patiently addressed each one of them. Her suggestions, her skill, and her sweet personality convinced me I went to the perfect hair salon. I hope all who are reading this review will give this hair salon a try- you won't be disappointed!