I not only consider Matt my hair colorist.....but consider him my friend. Over the course of the past several years, we have shared the most amazing moments. My little secrets (I dared to tell him) as he was putting color on my hair....The things he's confided in me....as he told me the color looks amazing.... Matt is a true artist. And to be a true artist, you have to be a true "director". He's so amazing at giving direction to his "staff" to execute the final look. He doesn't baby-sit his assistants (he doesn't need to). His assistants....Don't get me started....I cannot say ENOUGH about them!! They are literally "MATTx2". They are his team and help him be the best he can be! They are his +1 (x10)....It's like a machine how it all operates. As I work @Amazon, I see the productivity, the passion, the zest for the customer experience happening....every time I see Matt and go to Meche. Yes, it's a bit startling when you first go to Meche....there's so much going on....so many people, (if you have ADD, you might have an issue...lol)....but if you can appreciate the talent, the energy, the excitement, and the creativity that's happening, then you will walk away with the BEST color EVER!! And, if you want to get the most amazing cut after your color w/ Matt, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND his "partner in crime" Buddy Porter -- 50k+ IG followers don't disagree! :) read more

Matt is an incredible colorist and the chilliest guy you will ever meet. I went to him with virgin hair and vow to only use him for the rest of my hair-dyeing life. He eased me into adding blonde and softened my look so much. I would trust him with any hair color I attempt in the future. Now I feel like a better, more approachable & more Californian version of my old self. Never going back! P.S. You can see his magical work in my Yelp profile pic. read more

Balayage By Matt - My natural dark brown to ashy blonde Balayage! I had this done months ago and my hair still looks great grown out. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Matt is very professional and knows a lot about color. In my very first visit I noticed he cares about preserving the integrity of your hair besides achieving the best result. He won't let you go blonder when he knows your hair can't take it. I really appreciate his honesty. He'll be able to place the colour to suit your skin tone so it''ll really light up your features. Not only he made my damaged hair look balayage awesome, he also did the best color correction. And he always gives me good advise on how to take good care of my hair, and what are the best products to buy. He's not only a sweetheart, but also one of the best colorist I've ever went to. He knows how to create soft, glossy, natural looks. I won't let anyone but Matt touch my -now sun kissed, healthy- tresses anymore. Whatever shade you're searching for: Matt is the man. Healthy hair is attractive hair and that''ll never go out of fashion. read more

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So I'm not the easiest person as I'm VERY picky about my hair. Within the past 5 months I had two consultations with Matt (for free). He refused to touch my hair due to over process by another well known colorist that had damaged & burned my hair - I truly appreciated this as I felt he wanted me as a long term customer and not just wanting to make a quick buck. Matt advised me to trim my hair every 4 to 6 weeks and to do as many conditioning treatment as possible. I took his advise and fast forward I finally had my highlights & roots done. My color looks magnificent, I feel like one of those hair models on TV. I can honestly say I have the best highlights I have ever had done. I am so thrilled that I was referred to Matt. I absolutely adore and respect him tremendously. True artist all the way ... read more

Matt did an incredible job on my hair. In a single sitting, he took me from chestnut brown to dirty blonde. My color is natural looking and beautiful. I can't stop looking at my hair! He's warm and friendly. His assistants were amazing. I felt pampered and welcome the entire five hours I was in his chair. You will not regret going to Matt. He's the best, just look at his Instagram! read more

Balayage By Matt - Matt did this in one sitting and it looks spectacular in the sunlight. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

What would I do without Matt. Seriously, he's the best! I don't mean to state the obvious, but he definitely knows what he's doing and he's just incredible. I seriously have horse hair and he just works his magic on it. I've seen him twice and I just told him I wanted my hair lighter and showed a pic or two and he gave me exactly what I wanted, with his own take of course and with his technique but I wouldn't have it any other way. He's so sweet and reaches out to see how I'm doing and if I need to come in with a toner, etc. he also gives great recommendations if you just reach out for any hair care suggestions etc. Don't think twice & just do your lovely self a favor & make an appointment with him now. read more

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Love love love my hair!!! Matt did an amazing job and made it look wonderful without me having to really go into detail. I decided to go to Ramirez Tran after seeing so many beautiful ombré and balayage before and after photos. I read great reviews about Matt and am SO glad he did my hair! On top of it all, he's super sweet and easy to talk to... Which is important considering we ladies spend a few hours in the hair chair! Go to Matt, you won't regret your decision! read more

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Very professional staff. I highly recommend them. They truly go out of their way to make sure you are happy with your looks. read more

I've known matt for over 13 years and he's nothing short of amazing! Unfortunately I lost my hair twice due to cancer and it's taking forever for my hair to grow back. I can't wait for my hair to grow back so I can get a decent hair color again! read more

I had "virgin" hair and wanted a BIG change. After doing my research and realizing I didn't want all-over color, but also didn't like the look of traditional foil highlights, I discovered the beauty of balayage. And that led me to Matt - I loved every single one of the pics on his Yelp, and in the hair industry that speaks for itself. Matt is an easy-going, sweet guy, and is really easy to talk to. I feel like he's the first hair stylist who really LISTENED to what I wanted. My appointment was long (almost 4 hours) but I just kicked back and read my book on my iPad and let him work his magic. Best of all, he DELIVERED on the look we discussed in our consultation, and I couldn't be happier! My new hair is exactly what I wanted, and it looks so natural - like I spent a few weeks in the Bahamas and the sun gave me super-sexy, sunkissed highlights. Matt was also really great at giving me tips on upkeep, and walked me through how to style my new look. You can tell he really wants his clients to be happy with their hair. Go to Matt! You will be so happy with your new look! read more

Matt is a genius when it comes to hair color. I have been seeing him for over 5 years and I have always left his chair with the biggest smile on my face. He is the king of balayage. I remember the first time he highlighted my hair without foils and I had no idea what he was doing. It wasn't until he was done that I was tearing up from happiness. I love highlights, just not streaky visible highlights on top. He manages to give me what I want even if it is sometimes contradicting. I love that he listens to my concerns but uses his better judgement when doing my hair. I don't know what kind of product he uses to color my hair but it feels so soft after. I have had my hair colored at other salons and it has always felt dry afterwards. He uses quality products on your hair and it is easily noticeable even after you wash all the products out. Matt is truly a gifted hair stylist with an amazing heart. I could not recommend anyone better! read more

Wow - Matt is amazing. Hands down the best colorist I have ever been to. I have been going to him for about two years now, and it is worth the 2 hour trek to see him. He's great during the initial consultation to really understand what you want to do with your hair, and how to maintain its health and achieve a color that is best suited for you. The new salon has a great vibe, and they offer you drinks throughout the process. The process does take a little bit longer than other stylists, but it is so worth it in the end. My hair looks sun-kissed, and so natural at the same time. And, the color grows out so well - so I only get my hair colored once every 3 months. If you are looking for a top notch colorist, this is your guy. read more

Matt is A-MAZING! I always get the BEST color, cut, highlight when I fly to LA! He knows what he is doing and that's what I love about him!!!! He's really the only person I trust to touch my hair, enough said! He has given me sexy sexy beachy highlight, especially the bayalge he does! He is the BEST COLORIST in LA hands down! When I go to Matt, I say, "hey I wanna look like a Victoria's Secret model", he says "of course you do" and I like get super excited (no kidding this is our actual conversation!) He did this really hot/sexy/chic/amazeballs job where he gives me warm brunette w/golden caramel and mocha highlights, verrrrrrrrrrrrrrry St. Tropez beachy color(ay ya yaaaaaay)....I looked sunkissed and natural!!!!! Leave it to Matt, the freaking expert to do it RIGHT! God I love that man! read more

I haven't had a cut or color that elevated my look since I was about 16. I've been to several stylists ranging from terrible to 'pretty good'. I went to some very famous salons in my search for the best and I didn't find it. I resigned myself to boring hair. I happened upon Matt and Keary through Instagram and I was impressed with the photos. I booked an appointment and was still skeptical that I would leave with the hair in the images. What can I tell you? He didn't disappoint me. Instead, he blew me away. My hair is gorgeous. Be warned, it took a lot longer than I was used to for a cut and highlights. Bring a book and a snack. Or two snacks. But. So. Worth. It. read more

I'm not sure what can be said about Matt that hasn't already been said! He is nothing short of a hair styling GOD. I first saw Matt after a horrendous encounter at another salon left me with orange streaks in my hair. I was frantic and called Matt after seeing his amazing work on Instagram. Not only did he reverse the atrocious damage done by my previous stylist, but he made my hair a million times better. He is seriously an artist and takes his time analyzing and planning every piece of your hair. The result is absolute perfection! He is insanely talented-- see my pictures for a taste of how talented he is! He can practically read your mind and turn a vague "I thought I might want to go a little lighter or something?" into the perfect hair color that you've always wanted but couldn't put into words. It looks unbelievably natural and he colors it in a way where your roots are virtually nonexistent for months. He makes sure your natural color blends perfectly with your new highlights and creates the perfect amount of contrast and dimensions in your hair. It's actually kind of mind blowing how precise and beautiful his work is! I have COMPLETE peace of mind when I walk in to see Matt, unlike the feeling I've gotten when I sat down in other stylists' chairs. I've happily referred my friends to him, knowing they will leave 110% happy with the results. It doesn't hurt that his salon is absolutely stunning and luxurious. I honestly don't think I can ever go to another stylist after seeing Matt. Ever. If you're on the fence about booking an appointment, you should do it RIGHT now because he will work wonders on your hair and you will never want to go anywhere else :) read more

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I have been seeing Matt for over a year now, and could not be happier. He is truly an artist. For all you out there that need some Balayage 101, well, I am here for you! Balayage is a French word meaning to paint or to sweep. It can also be called a free hand technique, as no foil is used to set the color. It allows for sun-kissed, natural looking highlights. Less is more, and a true Balayage expert will place the color to suit your skin tone and really accentuate your features. It grows out naturally and beautifully, which means: low maintenance! After seeing Matt, the compliments just don't stop. He is AMAZING, super funny, sweet, and he works at one of the hottest salons in LA. His assistants are fabulous as well. I promise you won't be disappointed...and everyone will have to know who your colorist is. Keep his card handy. read more

Matt is an artist! I know when he touches my hair I will leave the salon loving it. He is meticulous and he and his staff put out a great vibe. I love the whole experience and most of all my hair! Thank you Matt! read more

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Matt is a real gem and a balayage genius. It's rare to meet a person like Matt who is genuine, honest and incredibly talented. He took his time working on my hair and really put in special effort to achieve the color I was aiming for. I'm very happy with my experience and looking forward to having Matt maintain my hair. I highly recommend him. Look no further! Go ahead and give Matt a call. read more

I've been going to Matt for over 3 years and he is simply INCREDIBLE!!! He knows color like no one I've ever encountered. He always does an amazing job and really listens to you when you tell him what you want. The reviews speak to his gifted talents, but if you want to EXPERIENCE the magic of Matt, you MUST go see him! As much as I don't want to share LA's best kept secret, I just have to spread the word!!! We've done Balayage, all over foils, and more. And he always gets the haircut spot on! To add to that he's like the nicest, most down to earth guy and hilariously funny!!! If you want a great experience all the way around book an appointment with Matt, like today! You'll be so happy you did!!! And you'll never want anyone else to touch your hair again. I'm calling him soon for my next appointment... But first, let me take a selfie!!! Because I want to remember what it looks like before AND after works his magic!!! Excellent Colorist. Highly recommended. Seriously. read more

Matt and violet made all my hair dreams come true and more! Matt listened to what I wanted and made it happen. Not only is he great energy to be around he really puts his all into your hair and goes above and beyond to make sure it's perfect. I've never been more happy with the color of my hair and I owe all of my thanks to Matt. I will only go to him for my hair color from now on. read more

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Matt is wonderful! This was my first time getting balayage and I'm very happy with the results! My hair looks natural and sun- kissed. He also uses the best products so your hair won't feel dry. Erica (his assistant) is also wonderful! I can't wait to go back again. read more

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Matt is an insanely talented colorist and the ONLY person I trust to touch my hair. I have very dark brown hair which other "stylists" have attempted to lighten in the past and they ended up damaging my hair and turning it orange. Needless to say, I was so hesitant to try going lighter after my bad experiences. I am SO GLAD I found Matt. He turned my hair from blah brown to bronde beauty in ONE sitting. He is seriously so amazingly talented and knowledgable with color. He caters his work to each individual client and knows how to lighten with little to no damage to the hair. So glad I found him!!! 4 sessions in and never turning back. read more

Thanks to Matt, for the first time in years, I love my hair! When I first went in to see him I had orange and brassy damaged hair. I just had my third visit this week and my hair is sooooo much healthier! It looks so natural and I get compliments all the time. Pretty sure I'd cry if he stopped doing hair. He's a miracle worker and I happily drive for over an hour to see him. Plus he's a babe and really fun to hang out with: ) read more

I was referred to Matt by my sister. He is a perfectionist and professional as well. His work shows how talented he is, on point! Matt did a color correction on my hair and now looks natural and effortless! Matt is amazing! read more

This was the first time I've gotten my hair balayaged / highlighted by MATT and loved it right away. I've been getting my extensions done at RamirezTran salon and decided to give it a try to a new summer look. Matt is AMAZING, professional & so sweet!!! He is also amazing with matching your color to the extensions so they look natural and sun kissed ombré. I've been washing my hair for months and the color never turned brassy. Truly Best Colorist I've ever seen !! Thank you Matt read more

Love my hair color! I found Matt Rez after searching Instagram photos and website photos of hair color that was natural looking while also standing out. I loved the photos of his work. I booked an appointment with him based on that research. I came to him with very damaged blond hair. He spent time with me talking about my wants and his recommendations. Very pleased that Matt took the time to listen and have a full discussion with me. The shade and placement is perfect. My hair is tricky and often comes out brassy. No brassy with Matt!!! I have blond hair with natural looking dimensions. I was able to go 4 months before a touch up based on his placement of the highlights. I've had 3 visits with Matt and my hair is noticeably healthier and finally started growing without frustrating breakage. Every suggestion he's made has turned out great! Matt's incredible attention to detail is unlike any other colorist that's done my hair. It has made a wonderful difference in my color. It's nice to have complete trust in your colorist. I've found that trust in Matt. read more

Matt is awesome!!!! I had the fortunate luck of being added to his schedule unexpectedly and he could not have been any nicer and more accommodating!! Him and his team were super attentive throughout my appointment and I am so happy with my color! It's the best it's ever looked!! I know color can be tricky and time consuming but after showing a few photos and talking about my desired color, he nailed it on the first go!!! What was also nice was he spends actual time with you and is so personable and friendly... A lot of colorists pack them in and maybe spends 10 mins on you. Personally, I prefer Matt's experience! Erica and Megan are also sweethearts!! No need to go anywhere else!! Matt is for sure your color guy! read more

For me its about experience and results. I have been in and out of numerous salons and passed around by far too many stylist never to be satisfied nor my hair complimenting of my $400 ticket. One year ago I wanted to take my medium-brown long length hair to a dirtier blonde. Living in Los Angeles, particularly Beverly Hills (a completely saturated, industry + media driven market) one would think the salons, products & skill set of the stylist would be able to provide for such basic fulfillment. I have been proven otherwise .... until I met Matt. I met Matt at an event and we instantly connected. Firstly, his presence is strong. He is extremely personable. He's ruggedly chic and his energy spills experience. When I found out he was a colorist- I knew he was the one. My hair was crunchy and resembled a brassy black/brown color you get from boxed dye. My layers resembled steps and the dimension + bounce lacked. Matt has completely transformed my hairs overall health + look. Texture & color A -Z have Improved because of him.The results are persistent and always natural looking. It's no wonder his client list includes global bloggers + LA influencers. His unparalleled level of professionalism and attention to detail are rare. He is a complete gem and highly highly recommended colorist. read more

Matt and his team are amazing! My hair was so well taken care of, and the results are gorgeous. The salon is lovely as well, it almost feels like someone's house that they've opened up for styling. They are extremely thorough in creating the ultimate look...I love my new balayage and can't wait to show it off! read more

After seeing all of the beautiful work done by Matt on his Instagram and Yelp page, I contacted him to get a consultation. He was timely in his responses and very professional in his communication with me. I was able to get an appointment in the following weekend. The salon is gorgeous and his assistants are wonderful!! Matt did an amazing job on my hair and I will definitely be returning! :) read more

After a lot of searching.. i finally found my guy! Matt did such a beautiful job on my hair. He truly is talented and super sweet!

Matt! I've had a lot of color done being a blonde. After going to Matt however, I didn't realize that there was a higher level of beautiful work and color that could be attained. He has transcended that. Can't live without him! His energy and kindness is amazing. I would follow him anywhere! read more

My hair has been victim of terrible hands in the past. I'm so happy to have met Matt. It took me 2 years of struggle and disappointments to finally meet someone who knew what he was doing. You know what they say... "You have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince" haha. Matt is super professional and sweet and will never give you unrealistic goals. He's all about quality in color and healthy hair. He's awesome!!!! And I can't thank him enough for transforming my hair. Everyone asks me who is my colorist. 100% recommended. read more

Matt is a true artist! My hair is long and very blonde from years of foil highlights - I want to switch to a more natural, dark blonde balayage look and he did a beautiful job creating a seamless, natural gradient from my natural roots to the bright blonde I have. It isn't easy to transition from highlights to balayage and keep it natural looking, but he is doing it flawlessly. I love my hair. And him. He has a new lifelong client!! Everyone deserves celebrity hair... and Matt gives you just that :) read more

I highly recommend seeing Matt if you are looking for a change in your color. I brought in photos and he pretty much nailed it (on the first try). He gave me a natural warm blonde look with a bit of edge... Not too drastic from what I had but enough of a change. Most importantly, it was exactly what I asked for. I've already booked my next appointment. Thanks so much Matt! read more

Matt is a hair color GENIUS! After some bad experiences in the past with other stylists, I would never ever trust anyone else with my hair. He is a complete professional, super talented, and very knowledgeable about his craft. He uses the best products to keep my hair as healthy as coloring allows. Every time he colors my hair I think it can't get any better, and then he outdoes himself with how amazing it looks. I have long hair, and he always takes his time never making me feel like he's rushing to get me out of the salon. He's seriously an artist and treats the hair like art- while giving me highlights, he's also busy balayaging pieces and tipping other ends to give me different shades of color and dimension. One thing I love about his technique is that he kept my roots my natural color but blended everything SOO well, that you can't even see the gradual change of color - all so that grow out will be easier on me until I can make the next appointment. He's very personable with his customers; I can text whenever I have a question and he's happy to answer. He also texts me with what products to use, where to get them, and how often to apply them to keep my color. And if you're going to spend 6 hours in the salon, it doesn't hurt that he's an awesome person to chat with. I would definitely recommend Matt. read more

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Let me just start off by saying that Matt is a hair color wizard. I found him on Instagram after I decided I needed to break-up with the stylist I had been going to for years because the color was never what I wanted despite explaining each time. After tracking down Matt, I made an appointment to go seem for a consultation. I explained that my hair is very dark and easily picks up reds, oranges and copper tones when lightening it, which I absolutely hate. Well, Matt and his assistant did an AMAZING job paying particular attention to the front pieces to ensure none of the yucky orangy colors pulled through. He did a fantastic job and I have gone to him several times now. Yes, this salon is expensive, but in some cases you get what you pay for. I promise that if you go to Matt for color, you will not be disappointed. read more

My usual stylist stopped doing hair when he started his own skincare line, so I was on the hunt for a new stylist. He referred me to Matt and told me Matt does some of the best coloring/highlights that he has seen. I trusted his judgement so I gave Matt a visit. From the moment I walked in for my consultation, Matt was extremely friendly, warm and honest with what he could do with my hair. I wish I had the before photo to show you the magic that he worked on my hair. I went from a dark brown (with reddish tints), to a beautiful red and it's the best color I have ever had (I color my hair often and do drastic changes). He managed to do a drastic change without sacrificing the health of my hair. Matt is amazing and his talent results in gorgeous hair. It is now the best accessory I could ever have. I'm so in love with his work. He is truly amazing and I highly recommend. I'm lucky to have discovered his work. read more

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My hair has been through the ringer over the years of living abroad in China... trying to maintain blonde locks while not sacrificing the overall health of the hair is near impossible and I have spent so much money on treatments to reverse the damage done to remain blonde. I come back to LA once or twice a year to see my family and after recently getting engaged I decided that if i wanted to have the beautiful healthy dream hair for my wedding day I needed to find a solution so it could grow long and bouncy. I read SOOOO many wonderful comments about Matt online and saw so many beautiful pictures of girls who looked like hair models with perfect smiles. I contacted Matt explaining to him my situation of what I currently had and what I wished for, to see if he could help me and he said to me, "lets take a look and make a plan!" I arrived at the salon and greeted by Matts genuine smile. I told him i wanted to be able find a way to allow my hair to grow, roots to gradually show, remain blonde yet not have it look brassy or unnatural. Balayage was his solution with hand painted highlights and low lights for definition and depth. I can honestly say that I've NEVER trusted anyone with my hair the way that I have trusted Matt and it was mostly due to his professionalism and personal approach to go through each step with me and answer any of my concerns so to make sure that the end result was what I wanted. He explained to me over and over how important it was to him to maintain healthy condition of the hair follicle and how for him, sacrificing its health for color treatments and processing was not what he was about. When all was done, and the chair was spun, robes off, all complete, my hair felt like a master piece. Color meticulously placed for natural regrowth, depth and definition and the softness and shine was unbelievable. As he took me outside for the "after" picture that would now "trump" my "before", I realized that, yes, matt does work with actresses and models to give them that Hollywood hair, but he also works his magic for everyone else too, regardless of our wallet size. I have never felt SO beautiful externally, never seen a finished product so perfect for what I needed and what I wanted and as I stood there posing for matt as he captured the final product on his camera I was genuinely smiling from ear to ear with gorgeous model hair. Thank you so much for the entire experience. you are a wonderful person and it was a pleasure to get to know the wonderful person that is Matt. My hair is forever in your care, and my mother, and sister, and friends.... hahahaha read more

Matt is the best colorist I've ever been to. Period. He is an absolute artist and takes his time with every client to make sure that they get something they want that will absolutely make them shine! I have been to salons all over LA, and before that all over Seattle. I am extremely picky with my hair, and Matt is the only one who has ever been able to get me that "Ice Princess"/ cool blonde, mixed with my natural dirty blonde/mousy brown/ look that I crave. When I say "no warmth! I hate red/gold/yellow" Matt delivers :) He is so patient and kind and always takes such good care of me. I am soooooo happy that I have finally found my forever stylist and always look forward to my appointments with Matt. His assistant Erica is also super rad. I love hanging out at Ramirez Tran with them. Tell him I sent you :) 10 stars for Matt! read more