I just had to come on here and rave about Jessica because she is truly incredible. This was my third time seeing her, and she continues to exceed my expectations every single visit. I am so beyond happy with my hair. I have 3B curly hair, and while there are great stylists in the Bay Area, Jessica is the first person I've personally found who truly understands my curls, my shape, and how color works with my natural texture. From the very first appointment, I felt completely confident in her hands. This visit she did my balayage, a curly cut, and a treatment - and the results are absolutely beautiful. My curls are bouncy, defined, healthy, and the color is so soft and natural with gorgeous dimension. The shape is perfect, and my hair feels better than it has in a long time. On top of the amazing hair, the studio experience itself is such a vibe. They had warm apple cider, wine, champagne, cookies, and little snacks, which made the whole visit feel so elevated and cozy. Someone (I think the owner!) even brought me another warm apple cider without me asking - it was such a thoughtful touch. Everyone in the salon is genuinely kind and welcoming, and you really feel taken care of from start to finish. Jessica is not only extremely talented, but also kind, patient, and very detail-oriented. She takes her time, explains what she's doing, and genuinely cares about the final result. You can feel how passionate she is about her craft. If you have curly hair and are looking for someone who truly knows how to work with it, I highly recommend booking with Jessica. I leave her chair happy every single time, and this was my best visit yet. Thank you so much, Jessica! read more

Studio M Salon - After - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Marlo has been my hairdresser for over 25 years. She kept me looking professional with stylish cuts and color for years while I was working. Since I've retired, she has still kept me looking current with my gray hair cut in fun, short, sassy styles. Marlo is always happy to show me different ways to style a new cut or show me how different hair products can create a new exciting look. She's very knowledgeable about her profession and knows how to cut and style your hair to enhance your features. The salon is lovely and inviting, and Marlo is a gem. She's smart, interesting, caring, and always fun to talk to. I highly recommend Marlo at Studio M! read more

I was looking for a hair stylist that would consider two things when cutting my hair: my hair texture and what it could do naturally, and my features, and what would be the most flattering style. Marlo Rasmussen not only did that, but she spent time explaining why she recommended the length, amount of layering, and most flattering ways to style with the least amount of effort and impact on my hair. I have seen her twice now for haircuts, and I even got up the nerve to have my salt gray hair peppered with some subtle layering. She did a wonderful job. I love my haircut, style, and the weaving! My daughter said, "Mom, something is different. Your hair looks fantastic." You can trust Marlo to listen carefully to what you need and want, and make suggestions that are right for you. read more

Let me start by saying Marlo is a five-star stylist. I have been to the gamut of salons over the last 35 years paying a broad spectrum of price points. I have rolled the dice on stylists based on internet photos of the salon and stylist, Yelp reviews, friend referrals, and service prices. Marlo just might be my last stop in a long line of Bay Area stylist dice rolls. She gave me a razor sharp bob, cut meticulously straight and even. If I had a nickel for every time I got a bob and had to go back because it was lopsided (I'm going to estimate 75% of the time - my last cut was 1"off left to right). Not only was the cut pristine, the foils for my highlights were perfectly placed for face-framing (think "money pieces" at front), she did baby foils around my face so it looked beachy and natural when I pulled my hair back, and all were applied close to the hairline (I've had stylists apply 1/4" from the hairline and you feel like it's grown out looking after 2 weeks). We did two shades of blonde so it looked natural. Her color choices were spot on. On top of that her pricing is fair and she's super friendly and warm. I look forward to sitting in her chair again. Highly, highly recommend. read more

I started coming in for my curly cuts about 1 year ago with Brooklyn. During her new client sessions, she discusses your hair goals, assesses your shape, provides you with a personal regimen recommendation and gives you a curly style. Since then, I have been keeping up every three months and my curls have never looked better!! I've even shared this place with my entire family because Brooklyn has truly changed the way I view and appreciate my curls. If you're struggling with your curly hair, do yourself a huge favor and book Brooklyn! 10/10 read more

Studio M Salon - My sister's curly cut results on long thick hair! - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

This review is for stylist, Thi. I have been a client of Thi's for 18 months and I absolutely LOVE my hair now that she's providing my salon services: hair cut and style, color, conditioning and toning. Honestly, my hair has never looked or felt better. I came to Thi with a terrible color treatment from another salon and she provided the color correction treatments over several months to restore my natural grey color and my natural texture. Results are stunning and I enjoy receiving compliments! Studio M is a lovely salon, spacious, extremely clean and well appointed with beautiful modern design features. The vibe is friendly, professional and relaxed with the offer of a beverage with service. Stylists use upscale salon products and stations are separated by 3/4 walls with several shampoo stations in a common area. I highly recommend Thi, my stylist, and M Studio! read more

they are wonderful! Thi is my wonderful hair person and I'm so glad to have found her! The environment is very pretty, they offer you a beverage, prices are competitive. Thank you! read more

I absolutely love Kayla! She has brought my hair back to life! I relocated to the Oakland/Alameda area at the end of last year and was quickly on the hunt for a blonde magician. I've been platinum for many years and the damage has been significant to my thin/fine hair. Prior to meeting Kayla, I had been on a year break from highlights/bleach to give it time to recover - it had become so brittle, and the length was gone. It was a good choice to take the break, but I was really struggling with not being blonde. Thankfully, I found Kayla (through Yelp reviews) and explained my predicament. She was very honest about what would be the best approach to obtain the glow I desired without comprising the integrity of my hair and she was right! :) Patience is key with blonde, and I can wholeheartedly say that my hair is a beautiful blonde again AND healthy! Pieces that were above my ear last December are below my chin now and almost to my shoulder! Thank you, Kayla, for being so fabulous! Everyone in the salon is incredibly nice and the ambiance is on point. I highly recommend Studio M Salon, you won't be disappointed! read more

Thi did a wonderful job, it turned out beautiful. She was very meticulous and detailed oriented.

I've been going to Brooklyn for a curly cut for about a year now and couldn't be a more satisfied customer! My hair has always been very curly and I just never knew how to treat it and take advantage of it. The cuts I'd gotten in the past caused my hair to mushroom and i never used product so it would frizz. Thus, I've spent the majority of my life fighting my hair, either by always tying it back or trying to flat iron. Finally I got so fed up I thought "it's time for a change, I'm going to try embracing the curl." Brooklyn gave me a "dry curly cut" where she literally sculpted my curls to fall naturally around my head and educated me on products I can use to make my curls look BEAUTIFUL. I wear my hair down naturally now and get SO many compliments. Thank you Brooklyn! read more

Got a great short haircut from Marlo. She knows just how to cut it short so it looks great day one and 6 weeks later. Looking for a great short cut - see Marlo. read more

Wow! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU right from the start.... Owner and worker is my definition of a real women empowering other women to lift each other! thank you MARLO! Thank you for guiding me to Kayla! She is 200000% amazing and I willl travel to your salon to come get my hair done cause in todays world you don't get the service I desire when it comes to hair. I'm a mother and very active worker I've been through the worst up and down ! After leaving your salon Kayla made me feel like worth a BILLION DOLLARS! Thank you Kayla! I mean it from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU!!!!! You are now my NEW 2024 hair girl and I will travel for YOUliterally I've gotten my hair done all over the world- I know quality !!! and you my new friend are THE BEST IN THE WORLDThank you Salon M - Marlo and most of all Kayla read more

See all

Are you looking for an incredible haircut? Attention to detail? Absolute quality - which is hard to find today? If you answered yes to any of the above - book Gina. I promise that you won't be disappointed. She's incredible and a perfectionist. Your hair will never look better. read more

Studio M Salon - You'll be really, really, really, really ridiculously good looking after Gina is done with you. I promise. :) - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

I'm still going to Jordan regularly after over 10 years now and still couldn't be happier with every single haircut. My hair is long and healthy! She is amazing at cut and color, has tons of experience, and is the kindest human ever. Highly recommend! read more

I am soooooo BLOWN AWAY! Jennifer is amazing! After so many failed attempts at trying to make my curls look good with Youtube tutorials and avoiding the salon for years, I finally came to studio M for a cut with Jennifer. It included a consult, hair wash, and cut... but I came out with so much more. Jennifer made me feel comfortable through the entire experience, working with me instead of forcing her expertise on me to do this or that. She worked quickly and gently little by little to make sure I was satisfied and not traumatized by the length of cut. We laughed and bonded over traumatizing curly girl experiences, such as the dreaded "frizzy triangle". She walked me through each step and taught me how to recreate the look at home with little effort and maximum result as a beginner. She never pressured me to buy any of the products in store, but I was so impressed by the experience and result that I bought sample sizes of the products used today. Jennifer is very knowledgeable about the trends and guided me to what may or may not work for my hair, again, without pressuring me in any which way. By the end, I was so taken aback by the volume, shine, and bounciness of my curls that I cried. I am still in shock with tears of happiness welling my eyes. Jennifer, I cannot thank you enough. You truly have found your calling as a curly hair specialist. If you are like me: anxious, disappointed by your hair, following Youtube tutorials and buying hair products left and right to no avail, PLEASE do yourself a favor and book with Jennifer. I haven't felt this beautiful in months. Beyond the salon, you will always have Jennifer in your pocket as she encourages you to contact her if you have any issues maintaining a curl routine or just need a quick trim if you change your mind. Take a chance with Studio M Salon, you won't regret it. read more

I am lovin' my new curly hair cut and treatments! I am the worst and least trusting person with my hair... So a recommendation from me for hair is huge! Brooklyn has been taking care of my hair for one year now! I have my appointments booked out for next year! She listens to what I want, and is super considerate to my requests. I am super attached to my long curly hair. She was very careful to make sure that I was happy with every step. She pays attention to details. She is very patient and pleasant to visit. Only negative feedback that I have is parking. Be sure to pay for parking if you park on the street. I got a ticket, not paying attention. read more

Bright copper to platinum blonde Color service by Kayla Thai The experience I had there was amazing, Kayla was very through and took her time making sure everything looked uniform :) read more

Studio M Salon - After - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Marlo is Studio M's owner and has been my stylist for almost 30 years. She is highly successful because she makes sure she understands her clients' needs. Marlo has always executed my vision - starting from when I was a business professional in need of a great cut and color, to now: she helps me look like a cool, silver-haired grandma who is fun and can relate to people of any age. Marlo can do any cut, for any age, as business-oriented, edgy or wild as you like, and she does a fantastic job with color. And while she's making me look great, she's fun and interesting to talk with. She has made Studio M a wonderful, pampering space - classy and comfortable. My highest recommendation! read more

just delightful place Interesting part of town Nice haircuts and nice people as well read more

This is my second visit to M Studio for a pedicure. The place is easy to find with metered street parking, if you do not get one of the two parking spots in the front. The business is very clean and smells fresh, and it is bright with a great ambiance. Nancy did a great job with my French pedicure and was communicative throughout. She used fresh fruit from her home to clean and massage my feet! My skin is SO soft. She is friendly and very talented. read more

Studio M Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Nancy did my manicure and it was amazing. She's so kind and thorough. She taught me about improving the health of my nails and maintaining them. She went above and beyond to give me a great manicure. To top it off the salon is so cute! Super clean, comfortable seating and everyone seems to still be masking and taking extra COVID precautions. read more

Studio M Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

I went in for my hair appointment With my regular stylist, Jennifer Freesia, who is the best - especially with curls. When I walked in today however, I was taken away by the beautiful front room nail lounge. It's brand new, so clean, and so calming. I felt like I was in a soothing spa somewhere tropical. I was lucky to be able to get a last-minute appointment. Rose Wes soothing, friendly, and does great work. (I got a mani/pedi). This isn't just another nails salon, it is a nail lounge. A calm quiet soothing atmosphere was a perfect place was for "me time". I highly recommend this place! read more

Nancy was so pleasurable! I made a last minute decision to come to this salon today after purchasing a mani/pedi Groupon earlier in the day. They were very accommodating with a same day appointment and didn't tell very long. I loved the ambiance, nail salon area and they even offer you beverages and a free charge for your iPhone. I will definitely be back! read more

Studio M Salon - Very chic nail salon area - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

Nancy was very attentive and detailed. I had a great, relaxing experience with her for my first time. I had a mani/pedi and was pampered with fresh fruit to exfoliate - amazing!!! Definitely will be back and will tell all my friends to request Nancy. read more

didn't know my curls could look like this! Thank you Jennifer! I'm a curl newbie, and she taught me so much! Please go in! read more

Studio M Salon - Long, heavy, no volume curls with tons of dead ends! - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Jillian a is Master at hair!! She worked her amazing magical hair artistry skills to take my grown out roots and highlight to beautiful honey colored highlighted lock as seen in the pics. Thank you for your attention to detail and perfection!! Jillian is now at Studio M Salon and my experience there was nothing short of perfect!! The salon is welcoming and comfortable, I felt welcomed and relaxed. They have AC and fans to keep you cool and also their shampoo bowls are so comfortable. I could have fallen asleep at the bowl. Thank you Jillian and Bravo to you and Marlo for providing me a wonderful salon experience! If you are hair stylist homeless (as I was) look no further, Jillian Pedone will rescue you!! read more

Studio M Salon - Before the magic happened - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Hooray! first haircut since September, it's now February - 5 months - and I definitely had Covid hair - my ends were thinned out and my platinum roots were starting to come in against my Asian hair. Kayla did a terrific job cleaning me up. She trimmed up my ends to help my hair look thicker and I could not be more pleased with the color, it's soft and natural and my hair feels terrific. It feels so good to no longer be a cave dweller and feel like a real person again! I had a chance to chat with Marlo, the salon owner, and she could not be sweeter. My husband is going in next, can't wait to see him all cleaned up. Please note, Kayla does not accept credit cards, please bring cash or venmo. It was $165 for haircut & color, nice quality work. read more

Bleaching your own hair also comes with a lot of heart ache and panic. So, after three years of bleaching/coloring my own hair myself, I decided it was time to visit a professional. I had never been to Studio M before. Parking was very accessible, the location is in a quiet part of Alameda, right across the street from a park. It was very cute and comfy. My experience at this salon was amazing! Kayla was very warm and friendly the moment she walked through the door. She is hilarious. I met the owner, Marlow, who was also really great. Kayla worked meticulously to ensure the bleach didn't touch my scalp. She talked to me throughout the whole process making sure I understood what was going on. The bleaching took hours because my hair was so dark, long and also had dye from my previous hair color. Originally, I wanted go with a light pink/lavender, but as Kayla put the color remover in my hair, a light mint/teal color came out. I kind of fell in love with the color and went with it. Kayla was very understanding by putting up with all of my indecisiveness. She explained that she would put a darker teal closer to my roots so when I shower, the color lasts longer, eventually fading to mint. I was there the whole day, from open to close because Kayla had to bleach my hair twice, remove color, then dry and style my hair. I'm so happy with the overall end result! Highly recommend booking with Kayla! read more

Studio M Salon - By Kayla - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

Brooklyn did an awesome job cutting my curly hair and recommending how to care for it! Wish the salon was a little more comfortable, they're kinda sardined in there. read more

I loved how Nancy does the foot massage with all natural fruits and it's feels so amazing. My skin was very hydrated and I had a wonderful experience with my foot massage. She did a very good job with nails as well. Loved the overall outcome. I will recommend this place to all my friends and family. read more

The Studio M salon is a bright and airy cheerful space, tucked away near Park Street. My appointment was with Ann for a pedicure. Ann made my pedicure very pleasant and relaxing. The incorporation of fruit in the foot massage was a nice addition and a new experience for me. Overall it was one of the better foot massages I've gotten at a nail salon. Another surprise was the foot sander thing used for exfoliation, which had a nice smoothing effect. Great experience overall, I will be back! read more

The nail lounge is cute and clean. Lananh did my deluxe pedicure today. She's very sweet and her massages are amazing! It was very enjoyable and relaxing. I will definitely be coming back. read more

Found out about this place on Groupon and decided to give it a try, they have a few parking spots and there's also street parking. I came in for a house signature pedicure and a gel manicure with Nancy and she was great! Nancy is very professional and she is very detail oriented. For the house signature pedicure, she uses fresh fruits and cream and scrubs that is made by herself! The scrub and lotion and made my skin very soft! I would really recommend this service and her to do you manicure and pedicure! read more

Marlo saved the day! I had a hair emergency & had texted Marlo on both our off days. I did not expect a response til Monday but luckily I caught Marlo at a good time w her phone nearby & she responded almost immediately! I sent her a few photos of my morning bedhead & color emergency. This was from a post salon visit with a different stylist. I had hairdye on my forehead and basically framing my face along with highlights that wasn't correct. I definitely didn't feel comfortable at that point and sadly, I was in dire need of a new professional. Again, Marlo saved the day! She was able to make a gracious accommodation & we met that day at the salon where she performed her magic. We started fresh. Although I had provided hair inspo photos to her, we decided on what was actually best for me based on my current hair needs, skin tone & maintenance. She educated me step by step of her whole process & backed it up with Why's. I love that! She was very personable, authentic & a real joy to be around & chat with. Marlo, it's no surprise you have been doing this for decades - it shows from your very first line of communication, interaction & of course MY HAIR! I can't thank you enough - for your attentiveness, kindness, care & comfort. I so happy I found you. And, you're minutes away! What a wonderful business owner, talented artist, & now "friend". Deepest gratitude. -Cherie Amor read more

I wanted to update my previous review because I was impressed with how the owner handled the situation. The business is in the process of updating their website to reflect the different payment methods so in the future there is no confusion, I just caught them at the wrong time. With regards to my hair, it will grow back. I believe this was an honest mistake and the way it was dealt with in the aftermath went above and beyond. This salon cares. read more

Just had my first mani pedi post COVID. It's been a long time and boy did I luck out! Nancy is an artist, teacher, and technical genius. With her mix of bespoke skin treatments and attention to detail, she provides an fantastic experience! Highly recommend. Definitely will return. read more

Studio M Salon - Pedicure post COVID - Hair Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

Having been a Studio M client for about a decade, I was thrilled for Marlo (the lovely, talented, owner) to open a nail spa as part of her business. Last week, I treated myself to my first mani in many years, and to a special treatment pedi (which was heavenly). Rose, the nail technician, was very thorough, was sensitive to my aversion to nail files, and was gentle, too. But when it came time for the massage portion, she went all in, and boy did I leave feeling so relaxed, pampered and happy. She, like Marlo, is just a warm, friendly person. I so enjoyed chatting with her and look forward to my next mani/pedi day. read more

Yay! Hair salon and nail salon both AMAZING! In Alameda! Rose did my gel nails and they turned out perfectly. The nail area is very spa like and has a cool, peaceful ambiance. Marlo, the owner, cut my pre-teen's daughter hair in the hair Salon, and my daughter was beyond thrilled with her perfect cut! Marlo has cut my college age son's long hair many times now, and she the only person he will let touch his hair now. The whole place is decorated so beautifully- and everyone who works there is very welcoming and I felt spoiled. Thank you Marlo and Studio M team! You all rock!!! read more

I have had Nicole as my stylist for a few years now. I can't speak more highly of her. She listens to what I want, and even though sometimes a boring "trim" still delivers impeccable service and quality. Her cuts are always fabulous, not just after I walk out, but days after too. And they grow out so so well. I always leave pleased and more importantly can do my own hair afterwards too She's professional, on time and has never missed an appointment. read more

This is a love letter to Jordan, who is awesome and skilled with both a razor and scissors. She was my stylist for 2 years (8 haircuts, according to Vagaro), originally turning an awkwardly grown out pixie into an amazing grow-out journey. She always cut my hair in a way that respected my hair's texture, resulting in the most amazing haircuts that grew out beautifully. She also respected that I was growing my hair out to waist length and wouldn't see her for 4-6 months. Eventually, my senior citizen mom started seeing her, and Jordan somehow turned her thin fine hair into something modern and thicker-looking. Magic, man.... Maybe the fact that we got along really well from the get go helped the cause, but I NEVER got a bad cut/style from her. Sadly, I moved to another state, so I'm sharing her with the rest of you. She isn't the easiest to book, but she's worth the wait. As for the rest of the salon, it's cute, and the other stylists have been pleasant in our short interactions. Parking tip: Park in the residential neighborhood away from High St. The corner curb on Fountain that is on the same block as Studio M has always been open for me on Saturdays. read more