When I first made an appointment with Marisa, I was hesitant and very nervous because I had never used natural hair dyes before. I had done everything you can think of to my hair and it was in poor shape. My natural brunette color had grown out, the middle portion of my hair was a muddied reddish tint and the ends were disastrous. I was hopeful but very unsure about natural products working with my over-processed hair. As soon as Marisa had me in her chair, I knew I was in good hands. She explained everything to me and stepped me through what she thought would work best for my request. At this point I simply wanted to blend the rest of my hair with my roots so I could let it grow out naturally and let it get more healthy. The first attempt was beautiful and exactly what I wanted. After a week, I had washed it a couple times and it had already begun fading. BEFORE I even had a chance to call the salon, Marisa had already followed up with me through text asking how the color was working. She booked an appointment with me right away to fix the issue, quickly corrected the color (at no charge) and it has now been months of constant compliments and matching hair! Not only is Marisa an excellent stylist, she is an excellent communicator, making for good conversation in the chair and consistent check-ins after appointments. I highly, highly recommend her. Oh, and though Marisa never pushed product like some stylists do, I was so impressed with the leave-in conditioner that she used in my hair that I got a bottle to take home. I use it daily and recommend it to anyone with fine and curly hair. It doesn't weigh it down at all and it feels soft and natural. read more

Marisa is such a blessing to offer peroxide free hair color and highlights. The salon is small and comfortable and I enjoy the wonderful environment she has created. I always leave relaxed. For 7 years, I am compliments regularly as Marisa is a master when it comes to both cuts and color. My family owned hair salons growing up so I am very particular as to who I will let touch my hair. When you find a gem like Marisa, you hang onto them for life! read more

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I have been coming to Soleil Salon for the past 2 years. I came upon this salon when searching for healthier hair dying options while I was pregnant. Marisa was a life saver! She listens to all your wants and needs, she creates hair color and style that is even better than what you have pictured, and when talking to her you feel like you have known her for years. Because my hair has been the healthiest and strongest it's ever been while going to her, I have continued to go to her postpartum. I cannot recommend her and this adorable, welcoming salon enough! The quality of service and the person she is far exceeds any other salon/hair stylist I have been to :) read more

I have been going to Soleil Salon for years and could not be happier. Marisa always guarantees my hair looks gorgeous and makes my time with her one of my favorite things. I look forward to it each and every time. Her products are outstanding, and I am so excited she offers Aveda to her clients. Last but not least, the experience of her Los Gatos Salon is like a retreat away from the hectic world of Silicon Valley. read more

I have been going here for years. Marisa is great! I was having hair thinning and was worried that regular hair dyes could contribute to the hair loss. This salon uses ammonia free, organic hair dye which is the main reason I keep coming back. read more

I recently moved to this area and needed a hair salon. I wanted non-toxic hair color so I searched for that and have been so pleased with Marisa and this salon! My hair color has been great and thankfully odor free! Also I love all the Aveda products they use in the salon. I'm very happy with the healthy organic products as well as the cuts and styling of my hair! read more

I have been having my hair cut and colored by Marisa for many years. My hair has never looked better. I love that the color products she uses are organic and not toxic and that my color looks natural. The way she cuts my hair is awesome. I appreciate that she takes her time and I always leave loving my hair. She's great at talking thru what I want and gives suggestions to help with care and styling. She has always been easy and reliable with scheduling and is lovely to work with. read more

Marisa is fantastic. Great listener and really uses the best organic products. Very professional and very honest with a realistic approach to my hair. Marisa always takes her time to get it right! I'm always offered a beautiful cup of coffee and a nice little treat so I honestly feel relaxed and special. Thank you so much for your time Marisa! read more

Soleil Salon - Love Marisa! She always asks a lot of questions prior to your treatment and uses beautiful organic products. Great salon! - Hair Salons Near Me - Los Gatos, California

I came in to see Marisa after some other stylist bleached my hair. The other stylist bleached my virgin hair and then dyed the top part darker, which created a line through my hair. It also turned a little orange. I was desperate for someone to fix it and knew Marisa could help me with it. She did an amazing job and fixed the line in my hair which was bleached, she blended it beautifully. I am so happy with the color of my hair and will definitely keep going back to Marisa. She alway uses organic products which I love. read more

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Well, I just walked in one day for a hair cut, Carla gave me an entirely new look. Have been going to her for more than three years. She is awesome. read more

Took my girlfriend here for a spa day. Didn't think spending hours here would be fun. But my nails and feet we're pretty rough so I said why not. Don't knock it til' you try it. I'm glad I did. Linda was very helpful. I felt like a new man after the medicure and pedicure. The service was great. I been going back here since. Highly recommended. read more

Smashing job by Carla! Love my haircut! Came in looking shaggy and came out looking sleek!!! Thank you so much! Very relaxing, cozy, and quaint salon! PERFECT! read more

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Here again to update on a new look! Marisa is AMAZING!! My daughter and I both wanted new short hairstyles (think Anne Hathaway!) and we are so thrilled with how it turned out! She knows how to make a style work with however your hair is. My daughter and I have very different textures and thickness of hair, but both our cuts turned out perfect. Thanks again Marisa!! read more

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I started a "no poo" hair care routine almost a year ago, which means I wash my hair with all natural ingredients (baking soda/water mixture for "shampoo" and an apple cider vinegar/water mixture for a "conditioner" rinse) or a shampoo with organic/raw ingredients. My hair has become so much healthier since I made the change, so I wanted to find a salon that used organic or at least, products without parabens/sulfates/silicone. After some searching I dug up Soleil Salon on Yelp. Carla and Marisa carry both certified organic and standard professional hair care products. Their organic line is Intelligent Nutrients, as stated on their website. This is what initially interested me in coming, and I'm so glad I did - I was SO pleased with my experience. I called after I got out of work to ask if I could walk in / whether they had time for me to drop in before they closed, and Carla graciously made an appointment for less than an hour later. Carla was very efficient and did a great job with my cut. It was relatively simple as far as cuts go (blunt layers, chopped off about 10 inches of hair), but she had great hands during the shampoo, blowout, and cutting process. She achieved a modern/hip look with my hair with very little effort. I would definitely come back here. Parking can be an issue in this part of Los Gatos and the cut was on the pricier side. Still, being able to continue my lifestyle choice of staying organic with my hair care products is definitely worth the extra cost to me. I am glad that Soleil offers the option for organic, and I'm surprised that there are not many salons locally that do this, considering the area. I would definitely recommend Soleil! I hope to come back again to see what else they can do with my hair. read more

I highly recommend this Salon that offers genuine organic hair color plus hair care products. Ask for Marisa. She is highly qualified, lovely person and takes great pride and interest in her work. She has been doing my hair for six months and I am always entirely satisfied plus it is in great condition. I get many compliments. Also lovely location in Los Gatos. I am so happy and look forward to every hair appointment. Nicola read more

Marisa is amazing. She always makes me look great, and is a wonder with color. She is also always concerned with the health of my hair. She uses and recommends the best organic products for me. My hair is so much healthier because of it. Soleil Salon is so quaint charming and comfortable and I always get the best treatment! read more

Marisa is a true professional. She takes her time and makes sure you leave with the best cut and color. She has helped turned my hair around! My ends used to break, so she introduced me to this fabulous organic shampoo and conditioner. My hair has never been so healthy! She even calls you a couple days after your visit to make sure you are happy with everything. I absolutely love her and her new salon and look forward to many more years having Marisa as my stylist. I recommend you give her a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

I love Soleil Salon and drive from Hayward to see Marisa! Marisa is fantastic - she spends plenty of time talking with you about what you are looking for before moving forward. Also, when getting significant length cut off, she goes slowly to make sure you are comfortable. The organic products are wonderful, do less damage to my hair and make my hair smell and feel great! This is a cute spot in a great location where you can grab coffee, a cocktail or go shopping after getting a great 'do! read more

Aack... I am ashamed to say that I'm hesitant to write this review because of unadulterated self-serving motives (I don't want to share her with the world.) However, after my visit with Marisa last Monday, I am compelled to broadcast my delight and sing her praises. I noticed, for months, the beautiful, healthy, professional yet modern hair styles and hair color of two acquaintances. When I finally asked each who she saw for her hair, they both referred me to Marisa at Soleil Salon. No coincidence. I've had a couple superb hairstylists and colorists over the years, but Marisa has proven to be the best by far for me. As others have stated, she is highly skilled in dealing with the texture, length, hair growth patterns, and natural color of my hair while working to complement my skin color, lifestyle, face shape, age, and preferences. She's excellent. Her work highlights and accentuates my attributes and downplays problem areas. Marisa listens intently,and offers her suggestions and expertise, giving the pros and cons of treatments and styles. Her goal is to make you feel stunning and capable of caring for and styling your hair on a day-to-day basis. Her salon is calm, quiet, and beautiful and a quick exit off the freeway. She's never juggled multiple people at once nor have I had to ever wait. She communicates via text to confirm appointments and is very flexible (comes in early if needed). She does the whole enchilada (washing, conditioning, coloring, cutting, styling) and she is easy to talk with - open, positive, professional, interesting. The coffee is always excellent, she brings in homemade (I think?) bisotti, and she is open to work around mobile devices or computers for working. I like to be there to relax and catch up on the latest entertainment or decorating news, but it's nice that I can call in for a meeting or follow up on an email without any issue. The products she uses are amazing - Intelligent Nutrients. They smell great and are perfect for my hair and skin. read more

My appointment was for noon and she was ready for me immediately. Offered me coffee or a soda. Washed my hair and gave me an excellent haircut. Carla also trimmed my eyebrows. I was a referral from another referral. A good sign. I'll be back. Thanks Carla! read more

Marisa is the BEST. She is a true artist. Not only does she listen carefully and ask clarifying questions (so she's on the same page as you) to create your ideal look, but she actually has the SKILLS to make it happen! She's great with color and with the shears. She goes out of her way to meet your needs and follows up with you to make sure you are 100%+ happy. Although I'm not a client of Carla's, her clients seem equally pleased. The two get along so well and do a fantastic job at making you feel at home... the warm coffee mugs, homemade baked goods, warm and comfortable yet elegant decor...you want to hang around and not go back to work. read more

Recently I was at a girls weekend with some long time friends. Several people pulled me aside to ask me what I've done differently with my hair? They loved the new look and color. I said " Well that would be Marisa!" Marisa listens and understands your needs and lifestyle. I wanted a look that was fun, practical and age appropriate. She knew exactly what I needed. read more

Marisa is an amazing hairdresser. I want to call her Hair consultant because she listens, asks good questions and makes amazing suggestions. I get so many compliments on my hair cut, color. Fabulous!! read more

I have been going to Carla for over 3 years now! She is wonderful at styling my hair and getting the grey out!! She always has great and helpful advice about how to care for my hair which can be a frizzy mess left to my own devices!! But with her advice. talent and wonderful natural products I have been able to keep my hair looking and feeling healthy. read more

Miss Carla is the BOMB... Not only is she a great friend of mine, she is a wonderful hair stylist. She knows what she's doing and takes her time to make sure you get exactly what you want. The salon is beautiful and the atmosphere is so relaxing. If you want to find a forever hair stylist... visit Soleil Salon and ask for Carla. You won't be disappointed. :) read more

Have you ever yearned for a hair stylist that would be a perfect fit, one who you could go to forever no matter what the trends and styles or your needs? I have found that in Marisa! I know when I go to her I will feel pampered and comfortable, like a cross between going out to lunch with your best friend and going to a spa. She listens to what I want and can make it happen. When I don't know what I want, her ideas a current and flattering for my face shape and hair type. The shop itself is cute, trendy and comfortable. I highly recommend it! read more

I started using Marisa's line of organic hair and skin products now for several years.You see, i could taste the chemicals in other hair dye. No problem with that now. Marisa is a hair artist as far as I am concerned. She knows her product and Can adjust to any hair color that you desire and advise you as well. She loves her clients. Going to her salon is usually a relaxing and inviting place for me. I haven't looked back since going to soleil salon M Murphy, Esq, Realtor, Los Gatos read more

If you are looking for organic hair products this is the place to go! I had been looking for a place for quite awhile to help me battle my gray hair and give me a decent haircut. Marisa was a godsend! She has helped me experience new shades of color and I have not been disappointed!! Did I mention the organic product..definitely a plus!!!!! read more

My experiences at Soleil Salon have been fabulous. Carla does my cuts, color, and extensions, and is a master of her craft. Not only does she do fabulous work, she makes you feel right at home in the salon. She truly cares about making her clients happy, and takes the time to talk about what you want, without making you feel pressured. You will not want to leave this warm, charming salon. The atmosphere is lovely and welcoming. Carla is adorable, and you will keep coming back! -DeeDee- read more

The salon is immaculate, cute and welcoming. It is a tasteful and cozy environment upstairs and away from the hustle of the outside world! Marisa is professional but at the same time warm and just as welcoming as her salon! She gave me a great haircut and used the best smelling organic product to finish it off! read more

Carla at Salon Soleil has been doing my hair for over 15 years. Carla's changed my hairstyle many times and always gets the color and highlights right. There are many stylists in the area but Carla has just the right touch. I'm a professional who likes to look modern and hip and Carla helps me do just that. The salon is a beautiful sunny spot in Los Gatos. Definitely recommended! read more

I absolutely love Soleil Salon in Los Gatos. I was looking for a salon in the area that offered organic hair care products free of toxic chemicals. I found just the place! Because they offer both organic and non-organic products you have to be sure to request they use the organic products if that is your preference. Carla is my stylist. She does amazing work. The salon is in a great location in downtown Los Gatos and the ambiance of the salon is wonderful. 5 stars all around! read more

I came upon this Salon purely by luck and it has surely been a blessing. Carla is not only a talented stylist, colorist, etc, but full of life and great stories. Her main interest is to make you look great and she always does such a wonderful and amazing job! I've been going to Carla for almost a year now and I truly look forward to my visits. The Salon is comfortable, quiet and peaceful, unlike a lot of other salons with the loud music and loud hairdressers. This salon makes you feel at home. I have found my FOREVER hairstylist in Carla! I've even convinced and brought over 2 of my closest friends to Carla and they are equally as happy! Way to go Carla! read more

Marisa has not only been cutting but styling my hair for years. Soleil Salon has a pleasant atmosphere with a hot cup of fresh coffee and a baked good waiting your arrival. I have been very pleased with the attentive service I have received there. They also offer a nice product line. read more