Last autumn, I switched hair stylists to Brenda at Evolve Salon and am so glad that i did. The color and cuts are superb and Brenda listens. All around, the experience has been super positive. read more

I can't recommend Brenda enough--still 5 stars every time! Her adorable salon in Los Gatos is such a hidden gem, and every visit feels warm, welcoming, and relaxing. When I first came to her, I was dealing with thinning hair from stress and had previously had a bad extension experience elsewhere. She took the time to walk me through the weft extension process with so much patience and care, and completely transformed my hair. Thanks to her, I felt so confident and beautiful for my wedding--I've never felt more like myself. Now, in this season of life as a mom, I appreciate her even more. She's incredibly accommodating--even when I need to bring my baby along--and her flexibility with scheduling has been such a gift. Brenda is not only extremely talented, but also a great listener who genuinely cares about her clients. I always leave feeling so happy with my hair. If you're looking for beautiful, consistent results in a cozy, supportive atmosphere--Brenda is your girl! read more

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Brenda Burns ruined my hair. As a PR professional, I don't use hyperbole, but in this case, it's appropriate. I came into the salon with long, sun-kissed blonde hair and left with short, uneven, splotchy and stripey orange and purple hair. Brenda did reimburse me for the haircut because it was a rushed job that she did in five minutes after my color, but she refused to do the same for the color mishap. Her offer to fix the color didn't make sense to me. First, it's not fixable. Second, I won't let her touch my hair again. See the photos for yourself. Not quite the sun-kissed baby lights that she promotes. She's colored my hair many times, every time I've either had to come back for her to fix minor errors, or I had my professional colorist in LA methodically fix Brenda's mess. UPDATE! (4/21/26) It took master colorist Johnny Ramirez EIGHT HOURS to fix my hair color, and master stylist Marilee Albin fixed my haircut. Turns out it was much worse than I thought - all kinds of chunky diagonal highlight lines underneath, all orange. $1700 later, I finally learned my lesson to NEVER return to Brenda Burns, no matter how inconvenient it is to go to LA for good hair. read more

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I have been going to Alayna and wouldn't trust my hair with anyone else! She does an amazing job with my highlights, cuts and styling every single time. I love the scalp massage she gives while shampooing my hair, sooo relaxing. I've followed Alayna throughout the years because she is not only talented, but she also truly listens and does what really works best for me. Alayna is professional, friendly, and genuinely cares about her clients. If you are looking for a hairstylist, who is skilled, personable and consistently delivers amazing results and a Salon that is clean, with complementary drinks, snacks and the most comfortable shampoo stations, I highly recommend Alayna at Evolve Salon in Los Gatos. read more

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I have had a different experience at this salon with the stylist, Brenda that might help others. I am older and have developed an intolerance to hair coloring. I can use only toner at this point. I had sent a text to Brenda with the color formula I used when I saw a different stylist at this salon before she quit the profession. I asked if she could use this color formula on my hair and she said yes. However, when I got to the salon, she said she'd use a different color formulation she found in my file. This was confusing as I had the latest formulation, but she insisted she had the correct formulation. Other than being much darker than I had wanted, the worse part was she left the formulation on my hair for too long. I had mentioned my head felt itchy, and she said, "that means it's working." That's not what it meant at all. I paid over 250 and was left with an itchy scalp for two months. I will not go back. There are other stylists to support. In my experience, she is not a good listener. Additionally, the owner would not take any responsibility. She said the stylists are independent contractors who just rent a booth. That might be the case, but as an owner, one would want happy customers who keep coming back and give referrals. Based on my experience, I will not go back. read more

I had to come here and sing Brenda Burns praises as I've been going to her for ten years now and have followed her faithfully ever since she first cut my hair. Her knowledge of vivid colors is amazing. She's been able to take my hair from blues to browns, both dark and light. She uses quality products that leave my hair healthy, and involves me in all of her decisions and talks me through the steps we've taken to slowly change from color to color. Hair health is number one for her. She's been able to help me navigate postpartum hair loss and thinning after I had my daughter. Sitting in her chair is a wonderful experience, from the talks we have about plans for my hair to chats and laughs about life. Her laid back but completely professional vibe makes it clear how much she truly does adore her profession. Along with regular care and maintenance, Brenda has done my hair for photoshoots, my wedding, my maternity photos, and my baby shower. She doesn't just change your hair color or length. She truly makes you feel beautiful inside and out. She's an absolute master at her craft and I wouldn't go to anyone else. read more

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I waited a while to write this review, but that doesn't mean I didn't love what Brenda Burns did--I'm still so happy with my color! She's a true color specialist who listened carefully to what I wanted and took her time to get it just right. The result is natural and perfectly blended--she did exactly what I hoped for. The cut was exceptional as well. If you are looking for a friendly, highly skilled professional stylist, Brenda Burns is the one. I highly recommend! read more

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Brenda is truly one of a kind and incredibly talented. She has been doing my blonde for a few years now, and my hair has never been healthier. She is the only stylist I trust to keep my blonde beautiful without damage. Every appointment feels relaxing and professional from her amazing shampoo massages to the warm, welcoming environment. I always leave feeling confident and obsessed with my hair, and I get compliments everywhere I go. Brenda Burns is the best! Pre-book early because she fills up fast. read more

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I had an appointment for a cut with Chloe a few days ago, and it was a delightful experience. Everything, including my hair, was smooth from start to finish! It was easy to book online, and my appointment began on time. During my appointment, Chloe was respectful of the vision I was going for, while also pitching good suggestions. She was friendly and easy to talk to, but also worked hard to deliver an excellent end result. Thank you, Chloe! I'll be back! read more

Hello All, I wanted to jump on here to let you know what a fantastic job Brenda has done over the past year on my hair . I recently came to her with some challenging blonde problems from previous hair dresser(s) and my hair turned out more than what I could ask for! She takes pride in her work and it shows! She also gives a great scalp massage when rinsing out highly impresssd ! read more

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I've been going to Brenda Burns for the past two years, and I can honestly say she's amazing at what she does. Whether it's hair extensions or coloring, she always brings my vision to life perfectly. She really takes the time to understand exactly what I'm looking for and consistently delivers. On top of that, she's incredibly kind, easy to talk to, and makes every appointment such a comfortable experience. You can tell she truly understands the client and care behind hair, which makes a huge difference in the results. Highly recommend Brenda if you're looking for someone talented, professional, and genuinely great to work with! read more

Brenda Burns did my daughter and my hair for a wedding. Not only did our hair look great for the whole night but the hair styles were exactly what we wanted. read more

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My Hairdresser Was Brenda Burns, she did an amazing job with my hair! I gave her some examples and inspiration and she brought it to life and made it my reality! my experience at Evolve was so welcoming all thanks Brenda read more

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I started going to Evolve Salon last year with Brenda. It had been years since I had any sort of hair cuts, because of bad experiences with previous hair stylists. Brenda started off with trims and maintenance. She has always made sure to give the best recommendations but always listens to what I want. At my last appointment we finally added color and she added low lights. She is always amazing company, and offers a super comfortable environment. Recommend her for amazing hair and great vibes. Can't thank Brenda enough for showing me to love my hair again! read more

Brenda Burns did my hair for me and my wedding party. She listened to exactly what we wanted and made some great suggestions also. She worked fast and efficiently. You can just tell she is an absolute expert at her craft. read more

Overall experience 10/10! Chloe did my hair recently and I'm so in love with it !!! She did everything I asked for. The environment of the salon was so calming and would 100% go back again read more

Brenda I wanted to thank you so much for a wonderful experience! I know it is not your nomal clientele but you were the best for my granddaughter's first hair cut. You were patient and kind to a wiggly little 5 year old and I appreciate that. I am thankful that you could handle the curly hair, not all hair stylest will work with her type of hair. She told me she felt like a princess!! Thank you for making her first experience so wonderful. read more

Bryanna is wonderful!! She did amazing and gave me exactly what I asked for. Very confident with what she can do and made me feel stunning with my new hair. Cant recommend her enough! read more

Brenda does a wonderful job with my hair. Turns out perfect every time. Very Highly recommend!

I have been seeing Brenda for almost a year now. She is great at making my vision come true for my hair. She really listens and gives input so we can make decisions that keep my hair healthy but also pretty at the same time. read more

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Brenda is the best hair stylist I have ever had. After every hair cut I get from her, I always have at least one other person complement my hair within the next 1-2 days. I've made Brenda my go-to hair stylist for years now and for good reason - she is always friendly, remembers our last conversation right where we left off, and not only does she give me a great hair cut, but she recommends the best products for me to use at home. 10/10! Highly recommended! read more

This review is for the salon and, more specifically, stylist Brenda Burns. Brenda is an incredibly talented hair artist. I use the word artist, because she is. She finds exactly the right color, blends everything so well, and is incredibly efficient! I have long, thick hair which should take all day to highlight and finish. Brenda is able to bust it out in several hours. She is friendly, professional, and doesn't push products on you that you're not in need of or asking for. She is also reasonably priced for the services she provides in the location she provides them. I highly recommend! The salon is clean, calming and well appointed. read more

I go here to see Brenda Burns - she's such a positive person and you can feel how much she enjoys taking care of others. It was particularly special seeing her during a vulnerable time in my life throughout my first pregnancy and postpartum. She's been so wonderful and makes sure I feel relaxed and supported - even if that means running out the door to get home to feed the baby. Aside from all that, she's AWESOME at hair color. I always feel great when she's done and it always looks really natural, but noticeably fresh. Thank you Brenda read more

What a wonderful salon. I strongly recommend Brenda for her knowledge of haircuts and extensions! Very thrilled with my new hair. Thanks again, god bless. read more

Brenda is the BEST hairstylist I've ever been to! She was able to color correct my hair as I was transitioning from red hair color to brunette with golden blonde highlights. She was so good that I went back for a haircut. She gave me exactly what I wanted, a butterfly cut that framed my face. She also showed me how to use the blow dryer to style my bangs. Great experience 10/10 read more

Megan is the besssstt! I had seen her when she was at Fox & Rose and now at Evolve (an even cuter salon) in downtown Los Gatos, and she continues to be amazing at what she does! She repairs, fixes, beautifies, and makes things come to life and look beyond gorgeous. She always listens to what you have to say and also gives great input for each individual. I always leave her salon getting so many compliments and loving how I look and feel! If you're looking for a new stylist, look no further-seriously! read more

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In love with my new hair! In a 7 hour session, Auriyana was able to tranform my outgrown quarantine hair to a beautiful rose gold color! I contacted Auriyana through Instagram and she responded within 48 hours. She can be really busy, so be sure to have a date in mind when booking an appointment! She also requires a $50 deposit for the color in advance when booking. Her starting price was $450 for the color I had done. Auri made sure to make me feel as comfortable as possible. She was constantly checking on me through the whole process. Very kind and easy to talk to! Even though she initially estimated my appointment to be 4 to 5 hrs, she was very transparent and let me know that my hair needed more time and care. 7 hours seemed to fly by! read more

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Megan is the absolute BEST! I've searched through Instagram pages of every stylist in the Bay, and Megan seemed to be the #1 most competent when it comes to beautiful, bouncy blowouts. Let me tell you -- I am so picky, but she somehow even exceeds my expectations and everything I could have hoped for! Megan is a perfectionist and obviously takes great pride in her work. She's up on all the latest styles and techniques, listens to and delivers exactly what you want, and is super easy to talk to. Most importantly though, she gives me both volume and shine and the prettiest hair that lasts me all week! She is so talented and just as beautiful on the inside as the outside -- an absolute gem! read more

Emma is the best! She's been doing my daughter's very thick hair for several years now. It's a big job and Emma handles it with precision, kindness and the most amazing skill. read more

Evolve Salon is a quiet smaller place tucked away in Los Gatos. I've grown to really love the atmosphere, and all of the artists who work there are incredibly kind. I've been a client of Brenda Burns for over three years now. Brenda is incredibly professional and skilled at what she does. We've literally done it ALL at this point. She's installed 24' hair extensions for me right before my wedding and did an amazing job. We've also done vivids, color correction, balayage, glazes, treatments and custom color. She can LITERALLY do anything and I've always walked out feeling amazing afterwards. On top of knowing how to do it all, she's really mindful of my hair health and she takes time to evaluate my hair before getting started. On a more personal note, Brenda is a great person to know and I really look up to her. I'd recommend Brenda and any stylist at Evolve Salon. read more

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My hairstylist was Caitlin. She was amazing from beginning to end! I showed her a picture of the haircut I wanted and she did that and more... I absolutely loved it!!! Will definitely go back!!! read more

Brenda is an artist! I always have the best color, highlights and cut. I leave the salon looking and feeling beautiful! read more

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Look no further, Evolve Salon has all of your hair essential/coloring needs! My go to lady? AURIYANA. This is my third session with her, and does she ever disappoint? HECK NO! I leave loving my hair each time. She is so friendly, relatable, and outgoing. The salon itself was so cute, the decor was on point, and everyone was practicing safe social distancing AND wearing masks! If you want to book with Auriyana you can check her out on ig: @beautybyauriyana read more

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I just had an amazing experience at Evolve Salon! I'm very particular about my blonde hair, and Brenda exceeded all my expectations. She conducted a thorough consultation, carefully reviewed the pictures I showed her of what I wanted, and absolutely delivered on it. I highly recommend booking with Brenda not only is she incredibly skilled, but she's also very kind and down-to-earth. Check out her instagram @hairbybburns! read more

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I absolutely love Brenda and the staff ! She is a genius when it comes to hair. She took her time explaining to me what she was going to do and how to style it. I won't go to anyone else! If you want a fabulous hair and great conversation, then go to Brenda! read more

I have wavy thick hair and I have never found the hairstylist who understands my hair. After spending some time reviewing Evolve and other salons, I decided to give Evolve a try. Caitlyn, my hairstylist, was AMAZING! She was so warm right from the time I entered the salon. She let me explain what I wanted and what my expectations were and then promptly advised and made sure I'm all good to go ahead. I love my hair even more now. The salon vibe is cozy. This salon is in downtown Los Gatos but there is ample parking on the street. Very easy to find the salon as well. 100% recommend this salon! Thanks again Caitlyn! I will definitely be back! read more

I've been going to Brenda for my COLOR for about five years, and I recently followed her to Evolve Salon. As always, Brenda is exceptional at what she does, providing not just great colors but also genuine care for her clients. The new salon has a fantastic atmosphere, it's clean and modern. Highly recommend Brenda if you're looking for a stylist who truly understands your hair and style needs! @HAIRBYBBURNS read more

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Caitlin (Benge) did such a great job on my blonde highlights. I am so glad to have found her! I love that you can just book online through Yelp and see prices there for each service. Not a lot of salons have such an easy set-up for scheduling. The salon is clean, quiet, and has been newly remodeled. Caitlin assessed my hair right away and was great at maximizing the time to foil and brighten my thick, ash blonde hair, and overgrown roots. She is super friendly and made the experience a lovely 3 hour retreat. You can tell she is a master of hair (blonde especially), and gave me a blowout that was more relaxing than any I have had before. Usually I don't have the patience to sit for so long, but she really made the final look worth it. I left feeling completely transformed. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to a nice salon trip. ;) Thank you so much Caitlin! I will definitely be back in a few months. read more

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Brenda at Evolve Salon is amazing! I can't recommend her enough. Whatever your hair goal is, she can and will deliver. She listens beautifully, asks thoughtful questions to ensure she understands what it is you're looking for, and the results truly speak for themselves. She's extraordinarily talented. She's also incredibly kind. If you're looking for someone to give you the look and hair style you've fallen in love with but can't seem to have realized, consider your search complete. Brenda will take care of you and your only regret will be not having found her sooner. read more

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I still like this place but my extensions continue to fall out. Once it happened the day after my appointment. I love how they look and she fixed them and they are staying in (so far) but I know it isn't normal for extensions to fall out and I didn't do anything that might have caused it at least not the last time Update- since I got the additional security beads my hair has stayed in place. I think that depending on the texture and thickness of your hair some people (like me ) may require additional security beads. I am updating again to 5 stars because my overall experience at this salon has been positive and I am no longer having the issues with the extensions coming loose. read more

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