Wow, I had my hair cut and dyed here back in 1987, when they first opened. Venice was very different then but this salon was always cool. Masao gave me the best hair style .... I've moved around a lot and tried some funky hairdos but now I'm back to the classic cut I got 31 years ago. My family and I were visiting and we had to go in and see Masao at this iconic salon, a true Venice Besch original. read more

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Overall, I had a great experience here. I was able to explore the space before setting my appointment. Once my appointment was set everyone was on time. I like the energy of the space and the decor. - I thought my stylist was really talented. I wanted an undercut with a design and she was able to not only accomplish this task but style my long hair to perfection. - We went out back to take a few pictures for social media and she seemed a little offended. I'm not sure why but maybe I was just reading the situation wrong... She said "what are we doing here modeling?". I was like "yeah! ". So hopefully it was just a misunderstanding. read more

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This is the best Salon in town. The best "Vibe" The Barber Mark B is the coolest and The bees knees. Deb the owner is the best with her snacks and full drink accommodations. They take walk ins and appointments Tuesday -Saturday read more

I just received an amazing haircut from Francesca. She did such a wonderful job with some light layers and reshaping trim. I'll be back! Highly recommend her! read more

Deb Kennedy is THE BEST! She's been cutting my hair for decades. Reasonable priced, clean, polite, warm environment and fun colorful place in the heart of Venice Beach. She's great at hair extensions too, amongst other services. read more

Deb is the best stylist I've found. She consistently does a great job with my very difficult hair. She was also great with color as I was letting my hair go gray. Deb creates stylish cuts for all hair lengths (I've had them all over the years) and genders. She is responsible, reasonable and just a really fun, upbeat person, so you are guaranteed a good experience. The ambiance will either be quirky, interesting and quintessentially Venice Beach or a little too Hard Rock and edgy, depending on your taste, but even if it doesn't seem like your vibe, I still recommend giving it a try. There are some parking spaces, so it's extra convenient too. read more

After having a Hair Stylist for over 30 years, not easy to find a new one. Masao has now taken that place! He listens and does an amazing job! Highly recommend him! He will not disappoint!!! read more

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Nicole is an angel! My hair had been completely damaged (and turned orange) by another stylist, and she rescued me. It didn't just look better; she made it a beautiful color. She's amazing at highlights!! If her own beautiful blonde hair didn't prove it, I've seen a couple of her other clients walk out with stunning cuts and color. I've also seen her do men's haircuts while my color is processing, and she does an excellent job at that too. I've tried A LOT of hair stylists in my 35 years, and I'll never go to anyone else again. I'm definitely a lifetime client. Last but not least, Nicole is so sweet, caring and genuine. read more

If you have wavy/curly hair, talk to Deb. She is my wavy hair whisperer and leaves me looking great every time. The haircuts are high quality in that they grow out very beautifully. They work in an easy to afford price for their services and the salon is bright, retro, and fun. A+ 10/10 recommend this salon. read more

They know how to fix mistakes from other stylists. If someone screwed up your hair...go here!

I have been going to Nicole for over 10 years and can't imagine going to anyone else. She is a true genius with women's hair! Book with her on Booksy here: https://booksy.com/en-us/dl/show-business/847478 read more

Wow... just wow! This place is amazing. I called asking if they could take me today and they took me right away! The hospitality in this place is unreal! Just 10 stars across the board. Mark gave me an amazing haircut and everything I told him for the cut - he knew exactly what I wanted. Thank you guys! I'll recommended this place to EVERYONE! read more

Was sick and tired of looking for a good hair stylist and ending with a half ass shitty job that left my hair vibrant with color but damage. Happy to say I found the one!! Andrea from PSRS is amazing! Not only did she bring my hair back to life but it continues to live healthy! Ecstatic I found this place and Andrea! read more

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I recently went to Nicole for a haircut. I asked for layers as short as possible but long enough to put in a pony tail. When I got home and looked at my hair, I realized there were no layers. She said my hair was crooked. Well, yes, after 2 years at home due to the pandemic, with my partner cutting my hair, I would think it would be. I thought she was rude. A deal breaker, I would not go back to her. read more

On Sunday I turned 47. Today is Tuesday and after a visit to Frankie's chair, I am now 45 again, reinvigorated from head to toe, with a pep in my step. Sit in her chair and let her care for your hair in Deb's lair. With the exception of the music today, it was a great experience, as usual. #paperscissorsROCK #Summer2021 #lasagna read more

Keren ROCKS!!! What an amazing experience! I was totally freaked out about getting my super long, super fine, super boring hair cut, but from the second i walked in and got a good look at this place (mechanics chests instead of froo froo stations!!!!!!!) i knew i was in for a fun time. Keren fully handled my nerves, my hair and was an absolute joy to work with. My hair looks fab-u-lous and i even got to have a little doggie therapy while there! Hi Itsy!!! The other stylists who there were super sweet too, and i can tell why everyone loves this place. i am SO picky and i hate commiting to places, but for sure, im hooked!!!!! GO SEE KEREN!!!!!!!!!!!!!! _the next day_ Ok, so, here i am, with freshly washed hair, and yes, it still looks good. _next week_ I curled my hair for new years, and it looked ultra sexy, just like Keren promised. Talk about talent. read more

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Niki Rae is AHHHHMAZING!!! I have always been tentative about dealing with my hair, but Niki takes care of that. I put myself in her capable hands and just kick back and let her do her thing. She is SO talented and creative, and at the same time careful and meticulous. Her number 1 concern is to make sure that I am 100% in love with my hair when I leave her chair. Her cuts/color are incredible. After she's through with me, I am always certain to be showered with compliments day after day from friends and strangers alike. She truly gets the balance of creating a fresh hairstyle within the limits of each person's comfort-zone. Recently, she did the brazilian blow out treatment to my hair and I am not exaggerating when I say it has changed my life. My unruly, frizzy, thick, coarse, wavy hair has been silky smooth, flowing and light as air for the past 4 months straight. It feels stronger and look shinier than it ever has. I feel like she gave me a new head of hair and it is so liberating and confidence inspiring! I can't wait to go back and have her do it again. I wake up, wash my hair, let it air dry and it looks gorgeous - like I just walked out of the salon. Better than it ever did with the countless hours and $$ spent blow-drying, adding product, and flat-ironing. Seriously, it was the best money and time I ever spent, and to top it all off Niki is an all around cool chic. We have a blast during the time she spends spends with me making the hair magic happen. I can't say enough good things about her and the job she does! Go get your hair did girls! She's the BEST!! read more

Love Deb and love this place. Been going for years. The haircuts are great and so is the vibe.

This place is great! Natasha is the best! I've heard from alot of people that she was excellent at cutting hair, especially at slickbacks etc. and she doesn't dissapoint. She actually took her time to plan out the haircut, length, fade, sides etc. I've been going to the same person for over 25 years but needed a change, as my hair was either getting cut too short or left too long. With Natasha it was perfect, with a nice fade which wasn't halfway up my neck. If you are looking for a great stylist/artist, check out this place and ask for Natasha; I almost got l&*d twice just walking out of the place! read more

Ok so I'm a boring old lady now, but back in the day I was a surf punk in Venice with a Mohawk. This funky place made me feel welcome (Deb's amazing) and Everyone here is rad. It's nice to find real people (in LA!) who care about the work they do. They gave me a cool enough cut that I don't blend in with the soccer moms but those moms will still be my clients. My daughter was inspired and got a great fade too. We will definitely be back. Maseo is fantastic. Next time, we'll follow the advice of another customer and bring a margarita over from next door. read more

One of the coolest and most quality businesses in Venice. Have been going here for years and wouldn't dream of going anywhere else to get my hair cut. They even have beers for you while you're in the chair! Staff is incredible. Place is super clean and all around amazing. Love this place. Can't say enough good things about it read more

Really cool place. Cool atmosphere and my hairdresser Andrea was really great! I recommend this place! Cheers. read more

Massau is the man. Never had such an artistic quality cut. Bit pricey and never thought to spend so much for a hair cut but I think it's worth it and will be going back. read more

I heard great things about this place so one day I walked in and met with Niki Rae. Niki is an edgy yet professional woman and I needed a look that said Venice yet allowed me to meet with professional clients so it worked out perfectly. Very pleased with the results. Tons of questions to ensure our first visit wasn't the last. She's fun and sweet and can mix a great stiff cocktail too. I'm new to the Venice area but I quickly found the place I'll be getting my cuts and styles. Thanks Niki!! read more

YELP helped me with this one! I followed the advice of other yelpers and chose Niki Rae as my colorist. I haven't been happy with any spots here in LA for highlights or color until Paper Rock Scissors. I love the individuality of this joint and how cool Niki was. She really lived up to her hype. I knew that my coloring request was going to be a challenge since I wanted this Victoria Secret Model's hair from a picture that I brought with me!! Well after hours of Niki's hard work she was able to create a masterpiece on my head. I had a base lift with a full highlight and it look dynamite! She was so patient and attentive, even though her little girl's birthday party was just an hour after my appointment she wanted to make sure that my first visit wouldn't be my last. Afterwards and still today people come up to me to wonder how my hair got to this color of awesomeness? I simply reply Niki Rae all the Way! read more

I made a Yelp account just to say this - Went to get a haircut and color job with Niki Rae after a botched at-home attempt at golden streaks. I am very VERY picky about my hair, especially because I have "Asian" hair, which is thick and often hard to navigate. I was looking for a place that would take the time to understand my hair and the vision I had for it. My expectations, which were already very high because of Yelp, were exceeded. Niki Rae was a phenomenal colorist, cut my hair EXACTLY the way I asked, and on top of that, was one of the most genuine individuals I have ever met. She asked me all the right questions about my hair, what I do for a living, and about how sustainable my new hair would be in that environment. I have already gotten multiple compliments on my hair from people who would normally just look on. I loved my experience, and I would recommend Paper Scissors Rock to anyone - Niki Rae in particular though! :) read more

I started highlighting my hair when I was in high school...and after h.s. whenever I was going home for a weekend or the holidays, I'd have my mom make an appt to get my hair cut and highlighted and the same place I've been going to since I was 12. Then I moved to California and it got a little difficult to fly home to get my hair done, so I tried a few places out here...Kenneth George, Frome, Fred Segal. All the same: overpriced, underdelivered. I realize stylists don't want to use something to 'harsh' on my hair, but I have an issue with spending $300 for a cut/highlight only to come home, wash my hair the next day and have bleached blond streaks all over my hair b/c the hair dye already washed out! And of course I can NEVER style my hair they way they did so I'm stuck with this rediculously stupid hair. So I turned to box dye and went over a year without a haircut (the last one was way brutally short). It worked out well until I got engaged and a friend took "engagement" photos and noticed my hair is like 10 different colors and completely ratty at the bottom. So, I took action: I Yeped, found Paper Scissors Rock, called them, and Niki squeezed me in an appt, gave me a jello shot, and went to work. She did a great job...I told her no dramatic highlights, just something to blend in all these colors going on. She did just that and then after she dried my hair asked if I wanted just a little highlight for some pop...sure, why not. She did just that. I appreciate that she first did what I asked and then suggested something within the lines of what I was looking for. Also, I hate when stylist tell me to come every 6-8 weeks...like I have that kind of money or want to spend my Saturday with foils all in my hair. My visit was early-September. I asked Niki when I should come back and she said around xmas time. Thank you! read more

Nicole Amaral just totally rocked my hair OUT on Saturday at Paper Scissors Rock! As she always does. She gave me a sweet birthday haircut and flat iron... and everyone I know has commented on how hot it looks. I've gone to Nicole for years now, following her wherever she is available. I would never cheat on her! I am a loyal customer to Nicole for life and she has become a great friend from all the hours I've spent in her salon chair going from long-blond-highlights to shoulder-length-dark-brown. Oh and I would trust NO ONE ELSE with my eyebrows but Nicole. PERFECTION! Did I mention I love this woman and her skills? She'll even give you a jello shot or three while she beautifies you. read more

For years now, I've been touch-and-go when it comes to going to a hair salon. I've done a lot of home coloring and a lot of home cutting (bad bad idea). The main reason has always been mula but I have to admit, I've never found a salon that I felt I had to return to. That has changed with Paper Scissors Rock and Niki Rae here in Venice. I found the salon and Niki here on Yelp when I moved here a year and half ago. And because I recently had another amazing experience, I decided it was finally time to get off my lazy bootie, join Yelp and write a review. When I first visited this website looking for a salon, I wasn't too hopeful. I was looking for an amazing place, an amazing hairstylist and the all-around Venice experience. My hair is ever changing so I needed to find a place that could be okay with that. The reviews were fantastic, the history of the salon was great...and they mentioned cocktails! Yep...on my way! Trying to keep this short and so not succeeding! I've been back now five times, each time with a new request, and I'm never going anywhere else. Niki Rae is phenomenal! I always love my hair when I leave. She listens. She understands. And she is a wonderful human being. I love talking to her and when I leave, I feel like I just hung out with a good friend on a Saturday. The salon itself has the best atmosphere. Everyone is friendly, fun and good at what they do. It's obvious. And they each get a chance to play their own soundtrack which just adds to it all! I'll move on to the last experience that made me finally write my first review. My younger sister was in town for a month and wanted to get her hair done. We are very different in our styles but I knew that she could find the right person at my salon. Making an appointment, the women were so excited to have a sisters day and they welcomed us both with open arms. My sister and I spent four hours there that Saturday and I would not trade that experience for anything. It was a beach party on a Saturday...with cocktails, hair color and tons of good music. We both walked out of there in love with our hair and just plain smiling. Please call Paper Scissors Rock and ask for Niki Rae. I promise you won't be sorry! read more

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Called on Friday to make an appt. after seeing the Yelp reviews and i got an appointment 1st thing Saturday morning with Niki! Woo hoo, right off the bat, i knew it was going to be good. The salon was great, everyone was super friendly...They had some yummy pastries for breakfast too. So my hair had not been touched in a while and the last time it was...the girl butchered it. Niki was able to make my pretty again! Awesome cut and color for a great price!! I will be back! xoxo read more

Cut = 4 stars Ambience = 3 stars Customer Service = 2 stars Getting my haircut always brings out the Social Anxiety Disorder in me. I hate feeling compelled to talk to someone about my life. I hate being forced to stare stare at my face in a mirror for an hour. Plus I always feel like stylists are making passive aggressive criticisms "oh, do you dye your own hair? cool... what shampoo do you use? hmmmm..." Ugh. I hate haircuts. But enough about ME. I got to my appointment right on time, I brought my BF and our dog for moral support. There were four stylists in various stages of working on clients. No one even looked up, much less asked who I was and why I was there. We sat for over 15 minutes before anyone acknowledged us. My stylist Frankie came over and brought me to the chair. I wasn't sure what I wanted but I knew I needed to get rid of some messy ends and I wanted something a little choppier and lighter for summer. She worked fast and gave me a nice cut. I am not sure what everyone else was talking about with the cocktails and jello shots. I wasn't even offered a glass of water. Sometimes I think Yelp can inflate your expectations and sometimes I think that sucks. Not sure yet if I will go here again. read more

Firstly-- I would recommend that anyone and everyone give this salon a try at least once-- you'll be hooked!!! So Just a quick update-- I've still been going to Keren to keep me blonde in sunny southern Cal. I went to her yesterday to get my base done (still only $60 which is nuts)--They had cocktails, and lots of yummy treats which I punished myself for eating later on. Keren (as always) gave me a great blonde job with no brassy orange to be found anywhere-- She even me a FREE deep conditioning treatment on my hair. She was also showing me photos of a bride's hair she had given 18" extensions to over the weekend, and looked fabulous and I daresay... natural! She gives great prices on extensions too! Every time I go in there, there's some kind of food, beer or cocktails being poured lol. This place is still fantastic, and they do a remarkable job on everybody's hair-- giving them exactly what they want and need. I'm sorry Amber A. had a bad experience-- she must have been in an impatient mood or something, because EVERY hairstylist at this salon is super-friendly, nice, and quick to jump at helping every single customer that walks through the door (partially because they'll be a customer for life and want them on their books ;-) This place is solidly world-class. read more

So I originally would have given Paper Scissors Rock 4 stars but.... So yelp sent me here (well in so many words). Such amazing reviews, how could I not give it a whirl? I went to Candi because her name was all over yelp. Candi was super friendly and I told her exactly what I wanted. My hair seemed a little less blond that I thought it would be but she said try it out and I could come back and she'd fix it. Well after getting multiple opinions and some people not even noticing my highlights, I called her up and went back to get it blonder. Candi was awesome and did a great job. So why only 3 stars. Well for 1, I had the most amazing person ever in SF and so it's really hard to give someone a perfect rating after having her. And then 2, Candi is fabulous but she's way into yelp, facebook, and linked-in. In fact I was added on all 3 after 1 visit to her. Fine everyone has their thing but after 1 visit, it was a little too close for comfort. 3- the place is a little grungy inside, but hey it's Venice. So with that being said, I just don't know if I'm going to go back although I would recommend the place just wasn't my type of social style! read more

This place is okay. I went for a bit of color and a cut with Candi. The color came out really well, A+ for Candi, but the cut fell a lil flat. I like a bit of an edgier cut, lots of choppy layers, razored ends- which she did- it just didn't quite hit the mark. The way she styled the hair after she finished the cut was a lil too prom queen for me. She used a round brush and flared out the ends, i straightened it out a bit when i got home, and it turned out relatively well. I was charged $90 for the cut and little bit of color. No Yelp discount. My friend went to check out Paper Scissors Rock a week later, also was scheduled with Candi, and her cut was a disaster. Her color looked good, but her cut was truly awful. I doubt she'll be back. Overall, the color was good, the cut was eh, and the price was average . I think I'm going to keep looking... ********************* UPDATE- Candi contacted me through this review to inform me i DID get a Yelp discount. read more

WOW. I tend not to believe the hype on here, especially when it comes to salons. I've seen a review by the owner herself touting her prowess and fantasticalness. I call BS. But I needed a cut desperately, didn't want to spend $100 for a 2" removal and little shaping, so I searched. I found Paper Scissors Rock on Yelp and decided to call. To my delight, I got an appointment for the next evening w/Frankie, who's glowing so much on here, she's her own light source. I walk in and Frankie greets me, but is with another client so I have to wait - I'm 20 minutes early anyway, so no biggie. And yes, they offered tequila and margueritas, and a sampling of the Mexican food they had at the time. In no time Frankie was sitting with me and discussing my hair. I have issues that are unique but she responded with enthusiastic professionalism. She was amazing, understanding that I wanted to grow out my cut, but happy that I understood I'd need to lose about 2" to do so. She gave me a great cut, kept length, and made it fuller than my hair had been in ages. I'm not able to make it as shiningly straight as she did (I'm blessed with raucously wavy hair), but it's body and fullness can be attrbuted to the new cut. I've recommended my sister go, and she should be making her way this weekend. I am contemplating going blonder, and will be heading Frankie's way once I sack up and make the appointment. And yes, $10 discount for finding them on Yelp. Halleluia - a place I can go to on my time that's not Supercuts, but gives an AMAZING transformative coif. I'm a PSR convert! read more

Finally!! I have been growing my hair for the last 2 years and have gone to 4 different salons/hairdressers. Time after time I was disappointed and paid top dollar for these mediocre hair cuts (Trim, Sit Still, etc.). Niki Rae at Paper Scissors Rock is seriously gifted. She accomplished some amazing results trying to keep my length while fixing a really bad hair cut. My hair has never looked so good! She even took the time to show me how to recreate my fabulous look at home. I will look no further -- thank you Paper Rock Scissors! I got the cut I have been searching for at a very reasonable price. (including blow dry!!) read more

Yeah, it's funky and I love that. But it always felt a little unfriendly and believe me, I gave it a chance. Like, a year. My haircuts were really inconsistent and I finally mustered up the courage to look for better than "okay." I'm glad I did, but I still love seeing their shop in the neighborhood. read more

Awesome! Made an appointment for hightlights and a cut with Nicole. The staff is nice, the salon is fun. Nicole went the extra mile to make sure my highlights would be perfect. She ruined me for all other hair stylists! I'm definitely going back next time I'm in LA. read more

Love this place! They've done a great job with my hair. I've had the same standard cut for YEARS. Having recently relocated to LA, I figured now would be the time to mix it up! She suggested long. I said OK, but good luck because my hair is the type that is super thick and tends to get bushy rather than long. She said not to worry, that it would take time, but it would look SLICK! It's been 4 months since my first vist. My hair has never been so long, or looking so good! Bull$hit aside. They serve you (booze) while you get your hair cut. They can do whatever they want to my hair if they're gonna liquor me up. I'm a cheap date. read more

Niki Rae is the best I've ever worked with for edgy yet feminine styles, and vivid colors beyond the "normal" spectrum that last and that really work with the client's own style. I wanted pink, I got a whole lot more. Niki you rule. See the photos I uploaded here! --Xeni read more

Paper Scissors Rock Salon - Niki Rae is a master colorist and stylist. I'm just gonna let the pic do the talking. (Photo of me, Xeni Jardin, by Siddiqi Ray) - Hair Extensions Near Me - Venice, California

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