I came in at noon after a disastrous haircut. The lovely redhead (sorry, I forgot your name!) called Tanya, who was scheduled to come in at 3, but would make room for me at 2. The salon is lovely, lots of friendly chatter but still maintaining a quiet & serene atmosphere. Tanya did a fantastic job on my hair. She fixed most of the mishaps and was a true professional with my crazy cowlicks. We chatted as you do and I learned a little about her, which was fun. I can't wait to go back and I highly recommend the salon & Tanya!! read more

Excellent haircut with Tanya!! She knows how to do a perfect styling. I am planning to see her again in June!! read more

Got my hair done for the first time by Amber and am so happy I found her!! She nailed my hair goals and I'm really happy for my results / stuff to do in the future! read more

I have been coming to Sydney for a year now, and she continues to impress me every month with her color, cut, and artistry. She is such a quality person too, and cares so much about her clients. The salon itself is close to home and very welcoming. She is an amazing stylist, and I give her my highest recommendation! read more

I discover Tanya from TLC Hair with a studio in Ember Salon on a facebook post from one of her clients. I reached out to request an appointment for a hair cut and style and scheduling/communication with her was super easy. Writing this review because her hair cut is easily the best I've ever had!! Tanya was amazing. She's engaging and listens to get to know what you have in mind and communicates her suggestions and styling plan in detail to ensure you're on the same page. The result was nothing short of magical! Not exaggerating at all. My hair style turned out super flattering to my face shape and the current hair style trends and the shape has lasted months as it grows out. I highly recommend Tanya if you're looking for a high-end hair cut in a lovely and relaxing studio. read more

Ember Salon - My haircut after two months. My hair is usually flat. - Hair Salons Near Me - Grass Valley, California

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My curly hair was getting super frizzy from the harsh winter weather so I decided to go see Sraddha at Ember Salon for some much needed pampering. Ember is an elegant, clean salon with a welcoming and relaxing vibe, complete with complementary tea or coffee. I had never before been to a salon where the stylists have their own private rooms. It's always been one main room where there can be a lot of noise, (with hair dryers running and people talking loudly over it) which can be the opposite of relaxing. It was delightful to get my hair done in a private room and simply be able to converse with Sraddha in a chill setting. She gave my hair a deep conditioning, along with a gentle head massage, and my hair feels so much softer and less frizzy. I'll definitely do that again! read more

Ember Salon - My soft hair after a deep conditioning with Sraddha - Hair Salons Near Me - Grass Valley, California

Shout out to Sydney at Ember Salon. She took my nappy long hair and made it fresh and vibrant. If you want to have an amazing experience, with an incredibly talented stylist, a true artist, in a beautiful salon, look no further. She is such a talent. Thank you so much Sydney!!!! read more

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Five stars is not enough! Sydney has been my hair color guru/stylist for more than a decade now. What I love most is that she ALWAYS takes the time at the beginning of the appointment to really understand what's going on with your hair. She is not one to just do the same treatment you did at the last appointment - she talks to you, analyzes your hair, and makes informed suggestions about what would be best for you at that time in your life. I constantly receive compliments on my hair color and cut - especially as it's growing out. On top of all that, Sydney is a wonderful, interesting human being. She's so easy to talk to, making 3 hours in the chair fly by. I've always come away from our appointments with more knowledge than I came in with...Who can say that about their stylist? Do yourself a favor and make an appointment with Sydney - you'll look amazing and you'll have an awesome new friend! read more

Woot woot. I'm the first reviewer. She used to work in the Bay Area and is a top notch hair cutter /stylist. I love love her hair cuts so much I can't go anywhere else and had to follow her all the way to grass valley just to get the job done the right way. She's super friendly and personable. She knows how to make you look even better than you can ever imagine. I will be back. And next time I'll upload a pic of my néw do. This review has been a long time coming so I don't currently have the style on me anymore. I'm due for a cut pretty soon. Stay tuned .... read more

Sydney is such an incredible human and stylist! She really takes the time to understand you and your hair goals, and is so incredibly knowledgable about color and cut! Her warm and inviting presence put me right at ease, I have never felt so genuinely and attentively listened to or cared for by a stylist ever (and I have been to SO MANY! ). I have been looking for someone new in the area for a long time, and one day I drove by and noticed the sign and decided to give Ember a try... OMG am I glad I did! The space and ambience is beautiful, clean, high-end feeling and warm and welcoming... all things I care about a LOT. It reflects Sydney's attention to detail and level of care and quality in everything she does! My hair was seriously in need of help after a long pandemic period of doing my roots myself and not updating my Balayage. I wasn't exactly sure what I wanted, but Sydney stuck in there with me until we figured it out, and it turned out beautiful and brightened me right back up! She really went the extra mile, and was extremely generous with her time and expertise. Extremely! She is worth every penny and then some! If you're looking for a super talented stylist in the area who has a really clean and beautiful drama-free shop, go see Sydney ASAP! read more

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Amazing! Ember Salon is our new favorite.. you will feel heard and feel good after leaving your appointment!

Beautiful spot.. wait.. where am I? Still in Grass Valley..? Yes! But I felt I was in San Francisco for a minute ;) Tanya took my hair and morphed in into magic! ;) Thank you! See you in 6 weeks! read more

the salon itself is current, so cute, open air flow and sheek with easy parking out front. I had a cut (im curly - its challenging and I heavily screen ALL my new stylists for competence) and a color to match what my San Diego stylist of many years did for me ( eek ! 6 months ago ). Sydney sat with me face to face and got to know me, what Im desiring, and where my direction might be with current hair and what I wanted out of a style. She never once made me feel bad about myself / image, was adorable and fun to chat to - and the next several days the compliments on the cut AND color were so flattering. Sydney is a hard working business gal who loves what she does. 100% trust her with any cut, color or total overhaul. read more

I saw Sydney. She was polite and kind. She offered some tips about coloring my hair because I told her I do it myself at home. She educated me about my curls too. All very interesting and I appreciate her offering me some tips that nobody ever has before. She did a great job on my hair cut. Gentle shampooer too. I'd definitely return. read more

I had a salon for 25 years and was in the business for 40 years. Sydney is the most talented and creative artist I have ever had the privilege of knowing and having her create my hairstyle. I have a standing appointment with her every 8 weeks and my hair is amazing from day one until my next appointment! She is truly amazing and also extremely nice and always welcoming into her beautiful salon! Thank you Sydney read more

I love Ember salon! I recommend Sraddha for waxing services, I see her for all my hair removal needs. She is fast and professional and makes it a very comfortable experience. read more

Nicely appointed salon. Friendly. They did a good job with my hair for my daughter's wedding

Sydney is the only person I've found locally who does a good job with my curly hair! I won't go anywhere else.

I am new to the area and stumbled upon Ember Salon when I put a request out on Yelp for services. Ember Salon had the best communication and follow-up of everyone. I was so lucky to sit in Tanya's chair. I brought a picture and we discussed some highlights. Tanya went to work with an upbeat attitude, we both hummed along to the music playing, she brought me a perfect coffee, and...when she finished my hair, I was THRILLED!! Her skill level and professionalism are off the charts. My hair looked exactly like the picture I brought and I am so happy I found Tanya!! I will be a client of Tanya's for a long time to come. read more

Sydney Ember, the owner of this fabulous salon, is my stylist. In all my years getting haircuts (I'm a young 73), I have never found anyone more knowledgeable about hair and how it should be cut. Her haircuts are truly amazing, and I leave the salon feeling like a million bucks! I wouldn't go to anyone else. An incredible colorist, as well. I have very white, curly hair and she's added some turquoise blue pieces, and I love it. I get so many compliments on my hair. I refer people to Sydney every chance I get. If you're looking to get the best haircut and/or color, or anything else "hair", give Sydney a call. You won't regret it, truly! read more

First time coming to this salon! As soon as I walked in, I was politely greeted and offered a beverage, while I wait for my specialist, Amanda! Does not take long for Amanda to come to get me! She sat me down in the chair, asked me questions, looked at pictures, and really paid attention to my wants and needs,, before doing anything to my hair! To me, that's so important, (I love my hair, who doesn't love their hair, right!) Amanda knows how to make a woman feel pampered and so beautiful! She did an amazing job on my haircut! Amanda definitely has a new client and we already have plans for a color soon! Highly recommend Amanda at/and Ember Salon! read more

I have wild, crazy, curly hair that has a tendency to look less than stylish, but after one haircut at Ember salon the layers and angles they used made my hair curl beautifully, lay nicely, and grow out for months looking terrific with a little more than a hair wash in the morning! I brought my boyfriend in because I liked it so much and they made his thinning, short hair look full and stylish as well! I am over the moon impressed!! read more

If I could give a million stars, I would! I have very curly hair and it's really hard to find someone who can cut it well. I've had okay cuts over the years but Sydney was super knowledgeable about curly hair, even just talking over the phone, so I felt comfortable trying her out. The minute I walked in she was super friendly and we sat and talked about my hair journey and what I want for my hair now. She not only gave me the best cut I've ever had, but taught me how to style it which was so amazing to have a hairstylist take their time to show me something that is a big game changer for me! Thank you Sydney for helping me love my hair again! read more

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I had a wonderful experience with Amanda!! I'm always nervous and hesitant getting my curly hair cut. Amanda was so welcoming and kind, really getting to know what my hair needed and what I wanted for my haircut. Her attention to detail and effortless way of making my curls perfect put my mind and nerves at ease. So happy with the way my haircut turned out. Highly recommend!!! read more

Sydney is worth every penny and more! Her ability to navigate hair is unmatched. I had gotten a bad hair cut that was a daily challenge to style. Finally I saw Sydney and she seemed to cut very little hair yet my hair was SO easy to style after she made slight adjustments. I have been seeing her ever since because once you have had the best no one else will do. Sydney is a master at her craft! read more

Okay, I admit it....I'm JoanMarie's boyfriend with "thinning, short hair" and her review below was completely accurate! We were visiting family in Grass Valley for the holidays and I was overdue for a haircut (Covid had shut down my regular stylist's shop). JoanMarie came back from Ember Salon looking EVEN MORE beautiful than usual and I simply couldn't bare the thought of standing next to her in family pictures, looking so shabby, so I scheduled an appointment with Sydney. I came away from her salon AMAZED! Sydney literally gave me the best hair cut I have ever had. Her professionalism and skill-level are unparalleled and anyone who has a need for a quality stylist should do themselves a favor and book an appointment at Ember Salon. read more

Sydney have me the best curly haircut I've ever had! I look forward to booking with her again

Loved the salon. It was chic, clean and well managed. Loved my stylist. I recently relocated from bay area. So happy to find it.​

Amanda was fantastic. She listened to my instructions and the result was one of the best haircuts I have ever had. The attention to detail was refreshing. The salon is easy to find, very elegant, and comfortable. The staff is super friendly and everyone makes you feel right at home. I highly recommend Amanda and all the stylists at Ember salon. Men and Women will come out looking their best! read more

Just recently moved to the Grass Valley area and I feel so lucky to have found Sydney at Ember Salon!! She is so flexible for her clients and always willing to go above and beyond. My first appointment with her was way past business hours and took so much longer than expected (for both of us) but she remained so welcoming through the whole appointment. My new go-to Salon in this area read more

This place is the best! Susan always does an amazing job with my hair and I love how knowledgeable she is about all things hair-related. As someone who takes a 'no fuss' approach to their hair, I needed something manageable and easy. She recommended Keratin treatment...it changed my life! I also get my highlights done here, and they always look great. Although I live in San Francisco, I will always make the drive up here to get a cut, color, keratin treatment (and buy some high quality products). read more

Sydney is an amazing hairdresser. The best! Sydney is intuitive. She'll always find a style that works for you physically and emotionally because she really looks at you and makes sure you look your best. About three years ago I got bored of my hair color. I wasn't sure what to do but Sydney suggested silver. I didn't want to spend time growing out my color so Sydney did it all in one day! She took out the old color and recolored my hair silvery grey with ashy highlights. It looked perfectly natural and grew out seamlessly. Not only that, people stopped me in the street to ask who colored my hair. In fact they still do. I can't recommend Sydney enough. read more

Sydney is the best stylist I've ever had! I choose to keep my hair very short which requires a very skilled stylist to keep me looking edgy while feminine. Sydney is the only person I trust and I trust her so much, I often just tell her to do whatever she thinks would work. Her abilities as a colorist are unmatched and her attention to detail is what really makes me feel my best. She is also one of the most kind, caring, and compassionate individuals and remembers details about things I've shared with her that even I forget. I've trusted Sydney as my hairstylist for many years and will continue to use her for as long as possible. read more

I have been a client of Sydney's for almost 5 years and keep coming back because I love my hair every time I leave her salon AND for weeks afterward. Sydney is knowledgeable, passionate, professional and caring. She takes the time to understand what you want and that you are heard. Her haircuts are artistic and fun. In my opinion, Sydney is particularly gifted in color - she knows exactly what colors work and how to apply in the perfect way...and she can fix just about any cut/color issue that you throw at her. I feel lucky to have found her. read more

Sydney has been doing my hair for many years and I can't stand the thought of anyone else taking her place! During Covid, she has gone far and beyond to take care of me which I have appreciated so very much. I am super picky about my hair. Sydney listens to what I have to say and then does an amazing job giving me what I asked for with cut and color! I LOVE SYDNEY! read more

Sydney is the best hair dresser and stylist I've ever had. She mastered my color and changed my short cut to suit my mood and hers! I saw a woman at the grocery store with a darling short cut and immediately asked her who her stylist was. From that point on, Sydney has been my stylist. She's amazing and seems to know what I want before I do! Today it's hard to find a hair dresser who likes to cut short hair and who keeps it current. I can't recommend Sydney enough! read more

The best in the West!!! Sydney has been styling my hair for about 10 years and does an amazing job. She is very talented and always performs her services at the same high level. I would highly recommend her to everyone. I'm 57 and truly I never had a stylist this talented before. Never once in 10 years have I ever walked away feeling she did not care about the quality of her service. Honestly, it's very rare in the Bay Area to see this level of customer care and professionalism. thanks Sydney you truly are the best. read more

Sydney has been my stylist for many years. She is a great colorist and hair stylist. I have thick corse hair which is not always easy to work with and I'm very particular who cuts it. She helped me with a great style and recommended the right products to use at home. I would not go to anyone else. read more

Just went for the first time, based on a recommendation from a friend. Perfect results! Had highlights and lowlights done, as well as a haircut. Syndi did lovely work. The result will look wonderful at our daughter's wedding this weekend! The environment is very clean and relaxing. The conversation is just right. I felt completely refreshed. I am all set; I've found my hair stylist. Highest recommendation possible! read more

If you want a Stylist that cares and listens, you need Deb Young at Syn Salon. If you want to walk into a salon feeling you are in good hands, you need Deb at Syn. If you want to walk out of a salon feeling beautiful, you need Deb at Syn. If you want people you know and people you don't know to compliment your hair, Call Deb and make an appointment. read more