Amazing for curly, thick hair! Jam was so intuitive and thorough with my hair. She started the session looking over my hair and chatting about my goals and how I usually style my hair. I found out that she specializes in curly hair, which was so lovely to hear because I have thick, multi-textured, long and curly hair. Since I usually keep my hair natural, Jan also styled my hair and gave me some tips on how to separate the curls and help them "spring" more as they dry naturally. Highly recommended for any others with wild curls. read more

Jam is simply the best there is! Not only is she a talented hair/fashion stylist + makeup artist, but she's also a wonderful friend + confidant. I exclusively went to her for all my hair + makeup needs in the four years that I lived in LA. I have been in the PNW for nearly four years now, and I don't trust anyone to do magic on my hair the way Jam does. I'm actually flying down to LA in a few weeks and already have an appointment book with Jam because I don't know how much longer I can go without her! Whether I go dark or light, maintain my length or chop it all off, I've done it all with Jam and have never been disappointed. She's always honest + upfront about the process involved for whatever hair goals I want to achieve so I know to keep realistic expectations if multiple visits are needed to get the results I want... but trust me when I say it is ALWAYS worth it with Jam! read more

Jamie not only gives the best haircuts I've ever had, she is the advice whisperer! we love Jam and so will you! Salon is in a perfect location on the cliffs of Santa Monica and she does house calls! read more

I've been getting my hair cut by Jam for almost 6 years and I could never imagine letting anyone else touch my hair. Not only is she incredibly talented at what she does, but she's overall one of the loveliest people you'll meet. It's always such a nice experience with her. The salon is also in the perfect location looking over the ocean in Santa Monica. Highly recommend her! read more

Jam is not only my favorite hair stylist that I've ever been to, but she is so knowledgable with hair coloring! I am naturally brunette and she gave me the most natural looking highlights exactly like I wanted for a golden look. just after the first visit, I feel so happy with my hair! read more

Jam is one of the people that is effortlessly kind, creative, beautiful, caring & talented... The girl is pure goodness. She's got great attention to detail & is also a great listener. Every time I sit in her chair it's so easy & comfortable. I always request a 'natural' look, even though she's coloring my hair, she nails it every time. Almost daily I receive a compliment on my hair color, thanks to Jam!! I highly recommend her. I always try to book far enough in advance, because with skills like hers, she's a busy bee. Even if she's booked somehow she makes it work. She's always going that extra mile for her clients, which feels nice. I appreciate all the beauty she brings into this world, from inside & out. Photos attached are from my wedding. She did my hair and makeup. read more

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Got my hair done by Jamie about a week ago and am loving it. Great tone, isn't fading. Got highlights and a cut. Love her personality too. Always a plus read more

We all know how hard it is to find a talented hair stylist we can trust. I had been looking for a new stylist for a while when I was introduced to Jam. Not only is she crazy talented, but she has incredible style and an organic way of incorporate trends while still staying true to each clients aesthetic. Not to mention, she's just wonderful to talk to and we always have natural, fun conversations. Jam makes the whole experience relaxing and rejuvenating. And leaves me feeling and looking gorgeous every time. Thank you, Jam, for all the love you put into your craft. I couldn't recommend you more highly! read more

This woman is worth her weight in gold. It really is such a challenge to find a wonderful hairdresser that you can trust to do a great job consistently. The first time I met Jam, I was a stressed out bride with pandemic hair who desperately needed some pampering. She made me incredibly comfortable, we had great conversations, and made me look and feel absolutely beautiful:) When I decided to try highlights for the first time ever, I knew exactly who to call. Jam is always upfront about the costs and makes great suggestions if you're on the fence. It was worth saving up for it, because omg she did it perfectly. I asked her to blend the highlights with my cool natural grey, and it looks absolutely gorgeous. She styles it beautifully afterwards, and it still feels like silk and smells great 3 days later! It is such a treat to have an appointment with Jam, and I look forward to seeing what she does with my hair next! read more

Jam is INCREDIBLE!! Not only is she an amazing stylist, she is an awesome human being. I've been going to her for almost 10 years now, the only person I trust to give me the perfect blonde highlights and layered cut. The best in the business!!! read more

Jam is incredible in every way!!!! Beautiful human being on top of an amazing hair stylist. She knows blonde highlights/coloring like the back of her hand. She takes one look at my hair and knows exactly what looks best and how to achieve what I ask for. The salon is beautiful and relaxing too!! read more

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I've been seeing Jamie for nearly 5 years and wouldn't dream of getting my hair done by anyone else! I found her because I asked one of her client's where she got her hair done because I loved it so much. But aside from my beautiful blonde locks she gives me, she is the most wonderful and kind soul. Happy to drive from Pasadena to Santa Monica for this color and cut:) read more

Jam is a magical hair artist. I've tried so many salons in an attempt to get the perfect hair color and Jam is the only person who's been able to get me there. Not only are her hair and color skill insane, she's also a breath of fresh air. I always feel beautiful and refreshed after my appointments. Doesn't get better than Jam. read more

Jam is AMAZING! I had long, unhealthy pandemic locks which she transformed into sun-kissed healthy hair! I didn't even hand any sort of reference - Jam just knows! My hair feels and looks SO much better. On top of being a wonderful stylist, Jam is one of the sweetest people on the planet. I generally have a bit of salon-convo anxiety but not with Jam! Plus spending the whole visit in front of an open window looking out onto Santa Monica beach made for a super refreshing and relaxing experience. The drive out to Santa Monica for me was well worth it! You won't be disappointed. read more

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Jamie is one if the best hair stylists and colorists in Los Angeles. I've seen her for over 8 years, and any time I've been forced to use an alternative stylist it ends disastrously. I get stopped in the street, at the gym, and at restaurants by women asking for my color. There's truly no one I trust more with my curly hair. I'd fly across the country for this woman. read more

Jamie is truly the best! She does the most natural yet glamorous balayage of all time and always a beautiful cut. Highly highly recommend!

Looking to get your done by the best? Look no further! Jamie is by far the best person in the bizz to color my hair with! Absolutely love Jam. read more

Not only is it an absolute pleasure to sit with Jam in her Ocean Avenue salon and connect, but she does the most beautiful color and cuts. Perfect for women like myself and my friends who want that "I don't cut my hair; it just happens to look this pretty" look. I go to her for boho-locks, my friend goes to her for the prettiest blonde color ever, and my other friend sees her for a shoulder-length chop with highlights. She can do anything! And it's a highlight just to be around her. Highly recommend. read more

From a picky customer to a, very, talented hair-stylist...thank you, Jam, for sharing your talent! In the three (+) years of Jam cutting my hair, there has never been a time that I have not been 100% satisfied with the outcome. From the second that you're seated in Jam's chair, you're immediately treated like a close friend. No matter what's going on, Jam always make you feel right at home. read more

100% blown away by this amazing hair stylist! I can't say enough positive things about her. I moved to the area over a year ago and have been so afraid of anyone touching my hair that wasn't my previous stylist. Jam put me at ease right away with her easy going and respectful personality. She actually listened to all of my concerns and addressed each and every one of them. I will only go to her from now on. Jam, you are so lovely and with the gift of talent! The salon itself was adorable with views of the Pacific Ocean. Think seaside quaint French boutique. Adorable. I highly recommend Jam for your next hair appointment! read more

Jamie is a true treasure. I've been seeing her for over 5 years for my hair after finding her when I needed to fix a bad highlight by someone else. I have never had anything less than a stellar experience with her. Her cuts are great and I wouldn't trust my blonde highlights to anyone else. Also important: I can trust her. If I have an idea and she doesn't think it will work, she tells me! I appreciate that she's honest! You can't go wrong with Jam. read more

It's been so long since my last Yelp review that my account has slipped into the ether, but Jam's work was enough to get me out of my cave so that I can finally rave about her unparalleled talent. Jam colors like no one else. Yes, this includes the top salons in LA that show up on all your different lists of top salons in LA -- including Yelp -- whose stylists produce results that are sometimes brilliant or decent (depending on how you wake up), and sometimes ridiculous (to the point of mind-blowing). The beauty with Jam is that you always know what you are going to get: exactly what you want, and then some. And ladies, this "exactly what you want" lasts all season long, not just before washing. If you've experienced anything similar to what I experienced, you understand that salons in LA are a hit or miss, and even more "miss" depending on who you get and how much they value you. With Jam, you can't help but feel like her most special client (even if you've transitioned to the starving-grad-student status), where all your concerns are her concerns. Jam will sit you down in her magical chair, and a couple of hours and rinses later, you will finally have the opportunity to walk out like the fairy princess you always dreamed of. read more

The absolute BEST. I have spent the last 6 years flying back to Boston to get my hair done with a stylist that Ive know and trusted for a long time... because the few times I strayed to a new artist in a pinch, it didn't end well. So, when it finally came down to making the switch and finding someone local, I was beyond nervous. But I found Jam though a good friend of mine who raved about her talent. So I reached out and she was so accommodating to my schedule it was amazing! I shared some inspo ideas with her a few days before, and when I arrived she said, "I've been thinking all about what you sent me and I have some more ideas I want to run by you!" ... Are you kidding me? She was spending time outside of our scheduled hair appt to search for photos and ideas to make my experience perfect. Who does that?! Jam does. And boy did she deliver on my hair dreams (and then some). The coloring came out perfectly!!! She gave me some advice on what I should do for a little trim and gave me tips on how to style and take care of my locks in between stylings. It was so nice just chatting with her the whole time. She is such a talented, genuine, kind person that I just wanted to stay and hang out all day! Her location definitely doesn't suck either - Ocean Views in the cutest little beachy studio. She is my new go to!! read more

Jam is fantastic! Before meeting Jam, I was terrified of dyeing my hair. Unfortunately, Asian hair pulls red when you try to go lighter (even slightly lighter). Jam was able to give me a dark ash brown! My color and cut is always spot on. It is amazing to have someone you can communicate and trust with your hair. I've been coming to Jam since I moved to Santa Monica 2 years ago. If you're reading this review, definitely go to Jam or else you'd be making the biggest hair mistake of your life. read more

Jam Leonard - Left: beautiful color and cut by Jam! - Hair Stylists Near Me - Santa Monica, California

JAM IS THE BEST! I feel so lucky to have found her and been with her for over two years now. Not only has Jam brought me from long to short hair, and currently back to long hair with the most beautiful grow-out cuts, she is honestly a sweet and genuinely kind person. My color, regardless of the variations over the years, is always so on point and I get near daily compliments from strangers for my cut and color. I really cannot say enough about JAM, her skills as highly experienced stylist, colorist, make-up artist, as well as her demeanor. Jam has also done my make-up and consulted for a two month shoot I was to film in Indonesia - her make-up consultation and advice was invaluable to me on the road in a foreign country and having to be on camera. My deepest gratitude to Jam for her incredible spirit and the beautiful work she has done over the years. If you're looking for a talented, edgy yet completely down to earth stylist - honestly, look no further. Thank you Sweet Jam! read more

Jam is the best!! I am very particular with my blonde hair and when I moved to Santa Monica I started going to Jam and she always does an amazing job on my hair. She makes it look very natural and is the most wonderful person to sit and talk to. I HIGHLY recommend getting your hair done by Jam - you won't regret it. read more

Jam is a MASTER at highlights and the only person I've ever truly trusted for cutting my long hair. She really listens to what you want and gives you exactly that. For me, it's gorgeous natural looking blonde highlights and a beachy trim/cut! read more

Jam is the best for blonde hair! I first went to Jam over 6 years ago when another hairdresser gave me terrible chunky blonde streaks a couple months out from my wedding. I was so fortunate to find Jam to fix my hair. I now only trust Jam with my blonde hair and know my hair will look great after seeing her. Jam has also become a friend throughout my time seeing her and I always look forward to seeing her when I get my hair done. read more

Finding Jam was the best thing that ever happened to my hair; I immediately trusted her instincts and advice, and every time I sat in her chair I felt like I was visiting a good friend. Even now not living in LA anymore I will always hold off and make time to see Jam and have her work her magic on me! read more

Amazing, I've been seeing Jam for years and her talent is nothing short of the best!!

Jam is the BEST! The first time I went to her having previously gone too dark, I gave her an idea of what I wanted as best I could (not even remembering my real hair color) and she instinctively knew what to do. I felt so much "prettier" the moment I left her the first time and have been going back ever since for base, balayage and cut. Such a huge difference - from mediocre to fabulous. read more

Found Jam at the perfect time!! Moved from the east coast and had the hardest time finding someone to get my color the way I like it. Years and years of highlights has left my hair many shades of blonde. Jam knew just what I needed and took her time to make sure I loved it! She even checked in to see how I liked it the next day in the sunshine! It is easy to see how passionate she is about what she does. Besides making me love my hair again, Jam is also awesome to chat with. I wasn't having the best night when I arrived- it was perfect timing to meet such a beautiful soul! Left feeling relaxed and beautiful xo read more

Jam is as good as it gets! She does my cuts and color and she really nails it every time. I have been to soooo many stylists all over LA and Jam is finally the one who gives me exactly what I want. She is also a complete delight to hang with and I look forward to every appointment with her. Do yourself a favor and go to her. You won't regret it!! read more

Jam Leonard is the go to hairstylist, make up artist, and fashionista (check out her Instagram and blogs). Not only is Jam talented but she's also a wonderful person. Jamie has cut and colored my hair or the past 10 years, she also styled my hair for my wedding in 2014. If you want the best, go see Jam Leonard in Santa Monica. read more

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NO ONE BETTER THAN JAM!!!!! She gives me the exact cut and color I want. every. time. What can I say - she has a gift!!!!!! Love you jam!!! read more

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I have been living in LA for about 6 months now and since moving I was in panic mode about finding a new hair stylist. I reached out to a few friends I knew who lived here if they knew any good hair stylist that weren't going to break my bank but still do good color. At the time, I was a red ombré and I was concerned to go to just anyone because I didn't want them to mess up my ombré that I had and the color red I was going for on my root was a tricky one. I was referred to Jam and just went for the risk and I was completely surprised and was delighted when the first time I went to her she got my color right on the FIRST TRY! Didn't even have to go back and retone or anything!!! Ever since then, I knew I found my girl! We also talked the entire time and it felt as if I had been knowing her for ever! As if we were already friends! We decided to switch it up a few months ago to just one color RED and I absolutely love my hair color! Not to mention, I live in North Hollywood and I travel all the way out to Santa Monica just to get my hair done! So if that doesn't say anything about her work, I don't know what does!!!! I love going to Jam! I would definitely recommend her to all of my friends looking for hair stylist! Her prices are pretty reasonable as well compared to many stylists in the LA area! Also, it's always a pleasure going to get my hair done and having an amazing view of the ocean to look at as well! Can't beat that! read more

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I love Jam she does a great job on my color and is always so accommodating with my schedule! Smart gal!

I've tried every top tier salon in LA with "celebrity stylists" telling me what THEY think I should do with MY hair. None of them ever got it right. Finding Jam was like a breath of fresh air! With Jam, you get a magical combination of a true hair artist who is always coming up with new and creative ideas -- along with someone who REALLY LISTENS and continually fine tunes to give you what you want! She's also one of the ONLY stylists I've ever found who is equally good with Cut AND Color. This is the best cut I've had in years -- and she's reinvigorated my color to a warm, sun-kissed blonde... All this and she's a great person too! Cheerful, fun, caring, down-to-earth and talented. You simply must give Jam a try! read more

Jam is amazing!!! I've been going to Jam for almost 4 years and she does the best natural blonde highlights. She's always been super flexible and finds the time to fit me in so it works with my schedule which I really appreciate. There's really no one else I'd trust with my hair other than Jam. Not to mention, she's the coolest person and has great energy. Go to Jam! read more

Jam Leonard - Color by Jam. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Not only does she effortlessly make my blonde highlights perfectly weaved into my darker blonde (combined with a cut she doesn't even need to ask about...she just knows) ....being with her for the time I'm in the chair is always therapeutic, relaxing, and restoring; I really love being within her lovely energy field. The light that flows into the salon, the ocean breeze, the view, its like a mini getaway day from the bustle of LA life. She kind of takes you into her loving arms and calmly makes you feel right at home. She doesn't skimp on the scalp massage either! And she blows out my look so when I leave the salon I feel as if handsome man is looking at me walking down Ocean Blvd. and singing "do wah diddy diddy dum diddy doo." She gives me my swagger back that's for sure! And she's also the kind of stylist that you feel comft going bold with too...you just know that she knows what to do. Book Jam because you're worth only the best. And she is truly the best! EVERYONE loves her! read more