I'm a happy loyal customer since June 2019. It's been almost 2.5 years since I moved to LA from SF…read more I have to say that the quality of hair cut & perm you get here is amazing and consistent every single time which I feel very grateful for. I'm pretty picky about my hair, especially because I'm originally from Japan and I have a different hairstyle expectation that you usually cannot get at a U.S. hair salon. That's been said, if you have a typical Asian guy with hair traits like mine (thick & straight), I highly recommend you give it a try at this hidden gem in Monrovia. I cut my hair every 3-4 weeks, and I get a perm once a 3-4 months at Yumi's place. Yes, you read it right, I get a perm. I know getting men's perm is not common in the U.S, but the truth is it's such an undervalued thing here because permed hair is incredibly easy to manage, which is usually not the case for a typical thick straight Asian guy hair. Additionally, Yumi's place has very low covid risk as it's an individually owned salon, and the only person you meet in person is Yumi. She is very careful about maintaining covid sanitization and I feel safe each time I go there. If you have any questions regarding this review, hit me up and I'll happily answer you from my own experience. Happy 2022!

I've been searching a long time for a stylist who is able to cut and tame my frizzy, wavy, thick…read morehair. And I can finally say that I don't have to look anymore because I found Yumi! I let her take full reign of my hair because I just didn't know what type of style would look good for the type of hair I have along with the shape of my head. But now I can finally feel confident walking out the studio and genuinely say that I love the cut! Yumi is so sweet and awesome. She makes you feel comfortable and has such a great positive energy and I love that! Also, if you ever need or treat yourself to a scalp treatment, she offers it as well. It is uhh-mazing! So relaxing. Trust you have to try.

Carolina is an absolute hair whisperer! I only ever knew mediocre haircuts until she did her magic…read more I left the studio feeling like it's the best haircut I've ever gotten, I got home and the first thing my husband said to me was: It's the best haircut you've gotten! Plus I'm usually pretty quiet with hairdressers but this girl made me LAUGH.

Carolina is an absolute doll and a master of her craft!!! She was kind enough to take me in even…read moretho it was past closing. I spam called her lol, thankfully she picked up. She's pretty busy girlie so she's usually booked, it's best if you make appointments. But she was so kind to take me in last minute. Her set up is very clean. I highly recommend anyone to come here for a hair cut or just color in general. She went over everything before she cut anything to make sure I was okay with it before she proceeded, something I really appreciate about her, she's careful and precise. I always stayed away from hair salon bc I always left feeing like they cut too much, cut uneven or don't give me what I wanted. But at Diamond In The Making I truly left feeling like a diamond. Love you girl!!

I truly cannot put into words how grateful I am for Leo at O' Salon. He has always been incredible…read moreto me from the very beginning. He answers the phone almost immediately every time I call, always texts to confirm appointments, and somehow manages to make time for me even when his schedule is completely full. This last visit meant more to me than he probably knows. I had just been laid off from my job and had an important interview the next day. I felt overwhelmed and stressed and knew I needed a haircut to feel even a little more confident going into it. Even though Leo was fully booked for days, he offered to see me two and a half hours after his normal closing time. After a long day of work, he still welcomed me with kindness, patience, and warmth and took incredible care of me without ever making me feel rushed or like an inconvenience. When I went to pay at the end of the appointment, Leo stopped me and told me he was taking care of my haircut because of what I was going through. That moment genuinely brought me to tears. In a time when I was feeling really low, his generosity and compassion meant everything to me. Leo is not only an incredibly talented stylist, but a genuinely good human being. Acts of kindness like this are rare and unforgettable. I will always be thankful for him and could not recommend him more highly.

Absolutely amazing. I always go to Leo for my Japanese straightening treatment. He is extremely…read moremeticulous and ensure there is no damage to my hair. I've have done the Japanese straightening treatments at many different salons and Leo is the best.

Mayra is the best! She's so careful, talented, knowledgeable and kind. It's really obvious that she…read morecares about her clients and strives for excellence, which I LOVE. She also has great movie/show recommendations - so that's a nice bonus! I wish everyone would book an appointment with her so that they can experience her magic, but I'm also reluctant to encourage that because I don't want her to get so busy that she can't squeeze me in! Already looking forward to my next appointment.

Mayra is the absolute best.. she's super efficient and does the best job every time!…read more She's my go to, also super kind!!!

This is my second time coming to her she always pays such attention and detail and personalized the…read morestyle to fit your wants and needs but also taking into consideration the health of your hair. She eats every single time!!

I know Traci always looks out for my hair health and in preforming pristine services! I've dyed my…read morehair with her since the beginning and it always surprises me to see how long the vivid colors stay in after my many washes. I wouldn't trust anyone that isn't Traci with my hair. She is always willing to answer any questions about what she's using and doing with your hair. She uses quality products and explains the importance of proper hair care to make sure your hair stays healthy. Her knowledge and experience always gives me confidence in sharing her services to others around me. Not to mention that Traci herself is super kind and sweet! I've only ever had amazing experiences with getting my hair done by Traci, and I'll continue to see her exclusively as my hairstylist.

I always get my haircut with Alex here, and he nails it every time. The service is great, everyone…read moreis super friendly, and he always gets me looking right. They also really know how to cut Asian hair, which is something I feel like a lot of other salons don't get right.

I get my hair done with Alex, he does a fantastic job. I've been so happy with my experience here!…read moreHe is incredibly efficient without ever making me feel rushed. He gets my color done beautifully every time, and I'm always impressed by how clean, precise, and natural the results look. On top of that, he gives fantastic haircuts that grow out well and are easy to maintain. It's hard to find someone who excels at both color and cutting, but he truly does. He's professional, talented, and consistently delivers great results. I always leave feeling refreshed, confident, and loving my hair. Highly recommend! Alex is the bomb!

I recently got my haircut by Adriana, and she was absolutely wonderful. I showed her a photo of how…read moreI wanted my hair based on previous haircuts, and she was able to replicate it perfectly while also giving me product and care suggestions. She was also wonderful to chat with, and I'll be happily going back.

OMG! Adriana did an amazing job on my hair! I don't look like I am ready to retire anymore!…read moreThank you so much!

Transformation Tuesday…read more Feeling like a new woman! It was a very different experience from any other hair salon that I have been to (trust me, I've been to plenty). Susan Spends time with her clients, she listens, and explains every step of the process. She does not mind being realistic with your hair goals. Her main priority is the integrity of your hair. I am extremely happy with my final Results and Happy to know I finally found my forever hair stylist. Go see her if you're looking for a Honest, trustworthy, and passionate hair master ! You will not be disappointed.

This is a longggg over due review but its never too late.. first and foremost Susan she is…read moreabsolutely amazing at what she does!! She is literally QUEEN OF OMBRE! I kid you not, I did a low maintenance ombre, and after 6-7 months of not doing anything to my hair I still get compliments of how nice my hair looks. Mind you, I go to the gym and wash my hair at least 3-4 times a week and I do very little to take care of my hair, and it still looks BOMB! Susan is professional, passionate, down to earth, easy to get along with and she puts effort in listening to what the client wants and she delivers exactly as expected. If you're looking for a good and reliable stylist to getting your hair done, don't look further, Susan will work her magic on your hair! you won't be disappointed. salon & parking: very clean, modern, chic type of vibe.. they have different season for different stylist. Parking: there's a big parking when you make a right on wheeler ave, you can go through the back door or you can also park in the front on the street which is 2 hours parking.