What a wonderful person Myra is! A cute salon with easy parking and reasonable prices. I finally found someone who gave me a great cut and easy styling as i had requested. . read more

So incredible! Myra clearly responds with her experience, and she *really listens*! As a redhead, it's sometimes hard to know exactly how to let my own knowledge of my hair interweave with the stylist's expertise. But Myra can obviously do it all, and after allowing me to guide her through my preferences, she and I have bonded for the foreseeable future! (What a relief finding a good stylist again!) I would recommend this place to anyone... The prices are extremely competitive for Marin, and the time-- so worth it. Worth every star. read more

Myra is the owner and stylist and this review is for her. I've had long healthy hair my entire life, so easy to care for that I cut and colored it myself. However, when I turned 50+ my hair changed drastically, I guess hormones took over and it was dry and dull and falling out. I was super nervous to go to a salon and I'd heard that if you see someone with a great " do", ask them who cuts it. I did ask a neighbor and she referred me to Myra and I've had 3 excellent cuts since then. Myra really knows hair and layers and she's meticulous with her precision. She's given me a really easy to manage, healthy bouncy do. I'm hard to please. Smiling Hearts is a gem. And... affordable! Ca - Ching! read more

The smile says it all. Myra has done it again. I LOVE the way my hair came out. I went from black to this. Myra and her magic hands did it. Her work is spotless and the place where the salon is located is such a beautiful location. The vibes she brings to the whole place are top notch. Will forever be my salon! read more

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A friend recently referred me to Myra's Smiling Hearts Hair Salon. I give Myra 2 thumbs up ! She's friendly & top notch at her job. She has 30 years experience. I love my hair color, high-lights & trim. The view of the water was calming on a super hot 90-degree. read more

I found Myra and her sweet studio by chance and what a find! My son has very thick hair and it is hard to find a person that can give him a good cut (without costing a fortune!). His hair also grows fast so I need to be able to get him in regularly. I have been so pleased with every cut and what is more important - so is he! Did I mention he is 15? Sure it doesn't look like a place for a teen boy, it is definately more for me! I love Myra's charm and her salon is so lovely and inviting! I am now going to have her start cutting my hair. A real hidden beauty treasure! read more

Myra styled my complex hair with a European French feeling from the Heart! I travel 2 Europe and South America as well as the Caribbean islands such as Martinique and Dominican Republic and i need my hair style to match my flamboyant Business Owner Professional Personality. Myra and Smiling Hearts exceeded my expectations and increased my confidence to face CEOs and Business Owners. Merci Beaucoup Smiling Hearts Hair Studio and muchas gracias Myra read more

My wife found the saloon, suggested it to me, as she was not happy about my previous stylists. Myra styled appropriately for a middle-aged man with partial loss of straight hair plus cowlicks. Price is right. Location overlooking the Canal is a tad difficult to find on first try. Free parking in Montecito Shopping Center. After, Myra cut my wife's curly hair to her satisfaction. We will be going back again. read more

I have been getting hair cuts from Myra for over 11 years and would never go to anyone else. Great experience, great cuts, a great person with a lovely personality. Could not recommend more highly. read more

The shop and the owner are lovely; this is for Merry the stylist. Made an appointment for cut and roots; she canceled the night before and offered another date and time; gave appointment away without checking in with me so I had to wait more days. Upon arrival, I'm told that she will not be able to do blow out. This literally turned into her doing the color and cut and sending me out the door with soaking wet hair and no idea what it looks like finished. We agree that I'll come back on Monday to look at it and fix the way too dark roots. She cancels at 6pm the night before and tells me she is going to get back to me. Had a big interview on Tuesday that she was very aware of. The next time I hear from Her is Wednesday, she offered money back. Had to goto a different salon and pay double what I paid her to fix it. I requested a natural look to cover gray roots. See photos. No apology, no words when I came by to pick up cash. Incredibly unprofessional! read more

Smiling Hearts Hair Studio - Does this look "natural"? - Hair Salons Near Me - San Rafael, California

I randomly stumbled upon Smiling Hearts when I was looking for a hair cut and I was so happy to have found Myra! She was so warm and inviting into her studio. With views of the bay right from the door and a beautiful crafted garden with areas to relax in you really could spend a while here besides getting a haircut. I will be back! read more

I had not found a great hairdresser since moving back to the area 3 years ago and was way overdue for some hair maintenance. I had a Cut and Color today with Wendy - long hair with a little dash of purple. I love how she made the layers perfect for my ponytail, and kept the color fun but still professional. So glad to have finally found my regular hairdresser in Marin. read more

This place is amazing ! Myra is an excellent cosmetologist. Love the color of my hair . Lot of good energy and relaxing. Highly recommended

Just happened upon this wonderful little hair salon when I was riding my bike. It's tucked away behind the Montecito Shopping center on the canal so its not on the beaten track but it's really worth checking out. It's so inviting from the outside with potted plants and a little table and chairs on the waterfront with some birdfeeders hanging from the tree. I just missed the owner but I got her card from Wendy. I phoned and left a message. Myra called me back right away to schedule an appointment. I needed one right away and she was very accomodating. I have been looking for a new stylist for awhile who gets me and she quickly saw what I needed, fixed my highlights and gave me a sassy new cut. I am thrilled and can't wait to go back. We chatted amiably throughout the appointment and I'm really happy with her service. Her shop is full of beautiful imported beaded jewelry for purchase and embroidered purses and other lovely things. Myra is really kind and knows her stuff! read more

Myra did a fantastic job cutting my very, very long hair. With two babies, it was time for me to go to a more reasonable length and Myra did a good job of listening to my needs and making me feel comfortable with such a dramatic cut down. Her shop is located on the backside of the shopping center with a gorgeous view of the water. read more

This salon is so peaceful and beautiful on the water in San Rafael! Myra is so talented with both hair color and cuts and styling! I moved to Sacramento, and I'll never stop driving 2 hours each way to get my hair done by her, she's the best! It's super convenient, right near Trader Joe's, and a few steps away, and it's calm and beautiful. The salon has an outdoor garden and seating area if you want to relax before your appointment. read more

Wendy is the best. I tried letting someone else do my hair, but it was not a good decision. She just has the touch, like no other. The environment at this sweet little salon is delicate, European, quiet and quaint, with a delightful canal view. Yes and Yes and Yes! read more

This place is hard to find (it's in monticitto shopping center but in the back by the water). I almost gave up when I couldn't find it immediately but I'm so glad I persisted. It was totally worth it. Alma gave me one of the best haircuts I've ever had!. She listened to what I wanted and she's also a very sweet person. Also, it's very cool inside - this was on the 110 degree day. read more

Wendy Santos does an amazing cut and color on me! I'm pretty picky about my cuts and especially my color. She is very good and also easy to make an appointment! read more

I have been going to Myra for several years now and I have to say she is The BEST hair stylist I have found in the entire Bay Area. I actually use to wait to go to Europe and get my hair done there at a ridiculous price but then a neighbor told me about Myra and I was amazed at her skill, creativity, and reasonable pricing. I highly recommend Smiling Hearts Hair Studio. It is located at the Montecito Shopping Plaza (where the Trader Joe's is) in the BACK of the shopping center by the waterfront. You'll see the lovely flowers and décor in front of the studio. read more