Sylvia is amazing! I have very stubborn gray hair that I've been dying for years. Sylvia not only covered up my gray hair but she put in some low lights and added toner, which reduced the brassiness and blended the overall color. She then cut and styled my hair and I was incredibly happy. I've never had so many comments on my hair in my life! I've been back to Sylvia several times since and she continues to make my hair look better and better each time. Thank you Sylvia! You're the best at what you do. read more

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Sylvia is seriously good at what she does. She took my chest length black (with 1yr old balayage highlight) Asian hair to a short blonde pixie cut. I've had short hair for a while before and went through a long hair grow out phase to try out but had been missing the short hair that is my essence. She did double process bleach with double toner on extremely dark Asian hair and it came out even more amazing than I thought! Not only did the blonde come through the cut she gave me is also exactly what I would have pictured, complete with shorter sides and buzzed nape of neck. My hair feels very very healthy and strong still and I am super excited for the next appointment where we do another bleach process to take it to platinum in 6 weeks. Thank you Sylvia for being so kind during the appointment as well from checking on my car to checking in on me in general constantly. She was very gentle and my scalp felt so so comfortable too the whole process. Book her immediately. I'm so glad I saved up to get my hair done right after waiting close to a year. She was worth it! read more

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BEST HAIR STYLIST EVER!! I been going to Sylvia for about 15 years now. Wherever she goes, I go. I have been traveling from the beach to Curt Darling's Salon, then now for years to her DTLA salon. She just cut & colored my hair two days ago and informed me of another location in Beverly Hills at the Le' Salon in Hotel Sofitel where she's going to grace BH with her many talents. I look forward to venturing to her new salon and have more laughs with Sylvia. Of course, I highly recommend Sylvia for an awesome experience, with amazing results. Love her! read more

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I had an emergency appointment since I'm going overseas in a week. Sylvia responded to my message within a few hours. I was saved! She was so sweet and squeezed me into her busy schedule. She examined my hair and knew exactly what I needed for a repair. As you can see in the photo I posted, my before look is somewhat a disaster. It was a washed out red brunette dye and the previous salon suggested for me to keep it that color and to fill in...(HUGE No!) Sylvia did a balayage full, two toners, a cut and treatment. I think there was more, but I trusted her and she really transformed my hair back to its healthy state. She's very knowledgeable and skilled at her field. So if you're ever in DTLA and need someone to go to for hair, ask for Sylvia! read more

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I have been looking for a reliable and talented hair stylist in LA for a long time after moving from NYC. Finally, I found Sylvia and not only did she color my hair but she also did an amazing CHI treatment which I have now traded for the Brazilian Blow Out that I used to do in WEHO. I love love love my hair and thankful that I found her. read more

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I've been seeing Sylvia for cut and color for some time now and she always does an amazing job! I really love her dry cuts! The best! She also works faster than most stylists so the sessions are easy! Highly recommend! read more

It's been a couple years since I posted a review and I'm happy to say I am still seeing Sylvia. She knows my hair so well I don't really have to say anything when I come in. But we still like trying new things together. I always wake up with the best hair ever without even trying. And if I do have to put any effort in, I know it's time to go in. read more

I've been going to Sylvia for 4+ years now & don't trust anyone else to do my hair. She is so precise & talented when it comes to hair. I get compliments all the time on how healthy and great my hair looks & it's all because of the amazing job Sylvia does! I am so happy I found her because I was in search for a hairstylist to turn me into the most perfect platinum blonde. She is the G.O.A.T! read more

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I'm a dude up who's getting old, picky and tired of chaising for a good hair stylist . Sylvia understand fast what you want , works quick by skipping the weather forecast and always delivered the perfect service. If you are a Male whiling to improve your game and confidence , I think she might be the real deal! Just don't forget to make an appointment the girl is very busy. read more

I was lucky to have found Sylvia, who has done a phenomenal job with my hair cut and color. I came in to have her repair my hair color and highlights done by my usual stylist, which came out sorta streaky and discolored. Guess what, I'm coming back!! Now, thanks to Sylvia, I have a wonderful melted chocolate balayage with highlights that I can't keep my eyes off of. My boyfriend loves it. I love it. My hair looks on point, in trend, and feels soft and silky! Sylvia uses quality organic products to help keep her clients' hair in good condition. No scrimping! On the plus side, Sylvia is super cool and chill, and she has the cutest dog (Gus, a very sweet boy). read more

I've been coming to Sylvia for 7+ years now. Meeting her was the best thing that's ever happened to my hair! The addiction to her masterful skills is real! She's transformed my style over the years in ways that have grown to bring out my most authentic self. If I had a penny for every time someone stopped me to compliment my haircut and color, I'd be rich Amazing talent, love her to pieces!! read more

If your going to get tour hair done in LA get it done by the best! Professional clean atmosphere with talented professionally trained stylist. I have natural 4c hair that I do not press often and was very worried about getting color didn't want to mess up my curls but they bounced right back I color damage and looks great! read more

I have been to more hair stylist than I can count all which have left me with choppy, blunt, unflattering hair. Sylvia is like no other hair stylist. She's is an an artist with scissors! Her talent is unmatched, her work is impecable, and her personality is beautiful. Sylvia knows her way around curly, straight, wavy, damaged, or overall crazy hair. If you are looking for someone talented and trustworthy Sylvia is your gal! Trust me when I say your hair will thank you. read more

Highly recommend for a men's cut. As a new client last year I could tell the first time sitting in her salon chair I felt very comfortable as she takes great pride in her work. Very precise every time I have my cut and consistent and leave a satisfied client. read more

I'm so glad I found Sylvia!! She is a true artist, and what's even more refreshing is that she listens to what you want, and gives her opinion in a very gracious way. I had the same stylist for 8 years, but when I moved to LA I struggled to find someone that I would connect with. My hair is straight and fine, with highlights. I love that she cuts it dry so I know exactly what it's going to look like. Sylvia is awesome, super accommodating with her schedule, and gives the best head massage I've ever had during the wash! The salon is very chic too, and located conveniently right down the street from my apartment :) read more

Took me years to find a stylist that actually understood what was the best look for me. Not because I told her what I needed or wanted but because she looked at me, asked me questions about me, and from that info suggested what would work best. She was spot on. Best settling (for me) that I have and that I'm keeping. Thank you Sylvia. read more

So good!! I had a mass of just lifeless hair that was being weighed down, but her dry cut gave it life!! Also gave me really nice framing pieces and fixed my bangs. It's also soo mesmerizing to watch her because she's so skilled and dexterous at what she does. Highly recommend! Thank you Sylvia! read more

I have been going to Sylvia for almost 6 years! She understands my hair like no other stylist. I have curly/wavy hair and a lot of it! Sylvia's dry cuts are so intuitive and pull out all the heavy weight of my hair while still leaving the right amount of body and natural wave. Her color is also awesome. Her highlights and balayage always give me the kind of easy to maintain blonde that I want. She also takes into account the health of my hair and has never over-processed my hair as some other stylists have in the past. She is also just a super chill, real, and cool human. It really doesn't get any better! read more

I received a dry hair cut from Sylvia and absolutely loved it!! She is the greatest can't! read more

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Amazing! She is my go-to in LA. Not only fiercely talented, but patient, creative, and no BS. -Listens, takes what you say and makes it her own... It's your's, only BETTER! read more

I came to see Sylvia for her infamous "dry cut" I am latina, and have alot of thick hair with orange/yellow undertones. My hair also is prone to get brassy, and having balayaged hair, its hard for a colorist to get the right shade. Sylvia cut and toned my hair, and it looks amazing. Not only is she good, but she is extremely fast at her craft. After my first visit, it is clear that she has years of experience and talent. She gave my lifeless cut new life. Very impressed and will definitely be seeing her again. read more

Sylvia is a master. She cuts hair with such confidence, efficiency and precision that it blew my mind. Others have done half as good a job in twice the time. I also go a balayage on another visit and again - efficient and so well done. Love her. read more

Amazing hair artist. Sylvia cut my wild thick hair in a fraction of the time as others I've experienced. She listened to what I wanted made recommendations and went to work. The layers are everything. I usually don't write yelp reviews, but it was necessary because I haven't found layers I loved so much since living in the Bay. I recommend Sylvia and the shop. It's a nice location downtown with friendly people. read more

Sylvia has been my stylist for about 7 years now. When I first met her, I learned that she had owned her own salon in Europe, and since she relocated she has always stayed on the cutting edge (pun inteneded) of what's hot. Sylvia recently did a color process on my hair called Balayage -- a technique that is used to create a natural-looking hair color that is not as noticeable when grown out. And then she put a sheer, pale pink tint over that, which gave me a really cool end result. It's just a little bit edgy, but not too much for the corporate world. I love the look! And I'll be back to do it again! Thank you, Sylvia xoxo read more

I've been going to Sylvia for about a year now and I'm over the moon happy. I wanted to change up my look and I gave her a general idea of what I was thinking. She talked to me about different options and made a few great recommendations that I would never have come across on my own browsing pinterest. It turned out amazing. She's a perfectionist so she makes common cuts and colors look pristine, but she's also not afraid to do bold styles. Also, she's much cooler than I am so I always trust her judgement:) read more

I saw Sylvia for the first time yesterday and I couldn't be happier that I did. I was desperate for a new cut and to start on the path to lightening my hair again from it's current dark brown color. I gave her an idea of what I wanted done, and she did just that. I absolutely love my haircut, and I love that we started slow with balayage to lighten. She made sure the color frames my face nicely, it's really lovely! Sylvia made me feel very comfortable and was easy to talk to. I already scheduled my follow up and plan to stick with Sylvia going forward. Thank you so much Sylvia! read more

One of Downtown LA's best hair stylist! Since my move from Miami, I've been to a new stylist each and every month until I met Sylvia. Love my cut/style and have a stylist I trust. read more

Sylvia was accommodating giving me service even when I was late and is super knowledgeable with hair. She did one session on my black hair and it's crazy how she was able to get my hair lighter and making it look good than most people. Did a second session with her and couldn't be anymore satisfied with the color and haircut. Such a super loving and great person she is and the place looks stunning! Made me feel right at home but even better. I recommend Sylvia :) read more

I walked into Sylvia after years of looking for someone. My hair was incredibly damaged and I found my hair angel. She is a true artists and a wonderful warm person - a friend indeed. She brought my hair back to life (she uses amazing products that do not damage) and she is the only one I can trust. She is a talented stylist (dry cut and colorist). The bad part is I brought my 16 year old daughter and now she will only see Sylvia! Thank you Sylvia for saving my hair and all your talent. read more

I have been seeing Sylvia for a while. She is absolutely the best! She uses dry cut technique, which is perfect for curly or wavy hair. It's amazing to see my curls bounce back to life after her cuts. I get compliments on my hair daily. If you want to embrace your curls and have a great experience, go see Sylvia! read more

I'm from NYC and needed someone in LA; I got lucky because I went to Sylvia on my first try. She's brilliant with color (she did Balayage tonight and I love it) and I'm always happy with the cut and blow outs. She makes suggestions without being pushy, listens carefully to requests, and is a pleasure to be around. Strong recommendation. read more

I can't tell you how much I adore Sylvia. She is an extremely talented and thorough artist, and I don't say that lightly! I am one of those "picky" clients. And her attention to detail never fails. She skillfully creates amazing cuts and color that will enhance your beauty and leave you feeling classy and gorgeous every time. I highly recommend her services.. now go call her already! read more

Sylvia is just the greatest. She's the best colorist I've ever used--my hair actually looks good Day One--and her cuts are second-to-none. She's got a honed aesthetic and she's extremely precise. Plus, it's a pleasure to spend time with her. We chat and laugh but she doesn't do the compulsive oversharing thing. Bless her. read more

After complaining about different hair stylists I tried in the past, my friend recommended me to Sylvia at Industry DTLA hair saloon. She welcomed with the nicest smile as soon as I walked in. Also, she was very polite and her conversational skills were very entertaining. As she sat me down in front of the mirror, she asked me what I would like to be done with my hair and when I told her, I really liked the fact she was offering me other options. Once we agreed on what needed to be done, she took time to cut my hair and paid attention to every details. After the cut, Sylvia washed my hair giving me an amazing head/neck massage before she styled it with the product of my choice. The result was perfect. Sylvia has been nothing but amazing and I would totally recommend her services. I couldn't be happier!! Thank you thank you thank you!!! read more

Since moving to LA a year and a half ago from SF, I have gone through 5 stylists, desperately searching for the perfect one. I was beginning to feel hopeless but then FINALLY found Sylvia! and THANK GOD! She is perfection. I am picky AF and her highlights make me smile from ear to ear. Not to mention the dry cuts which I love! So so grateful to have found her! read more

I just moved to LA and needed a new stylist. I wanted to lighten my hair and it's so hard to find someone who can do it the right way. I decided to make an apt with Sylvia and I'm so happy that I did. She cut my hair and made it look healthy and actually cut the amount she said she was. She lightened it exactly how I wanted it without damaging my hair. She was extremely friendly and let me know what she was doing to my hair each step of the way. And most importantly she was upfront and clear about the price. I left the salon absolutely in love with my hair. I can't wait to go back. Appointments were very easy to make, the salon is clean and everyone there was polite. Definitely worth the price! Highly recommend Sylvia and this salon. read more

Sylvia at DTLA is AMAZING! She has been my hair stylist extraordinaire for about 8 years now. She does the best color and is meticulous with her work. I used to be in the entertainment industry with many a hair stylist and Sylvia is hands down worth my drive to DTLA every 6 weeks. She's also super beautiful and fun to chat with! #The bomb scalp massage! You will love her! Julie read more

I saw Sylvia for the first time. She has tremendous style and brings it to her work. Excellent color and cut. I have been looking for a stylist since The Well closed. Really happy to have found Sylvia and Industry DTLA. read more

For most of my adult life been looking for/going through stylist and I've finally found her!! Her name is Sylvia and I she is fantastic. Sylvia has been doing hair for over 17 years and her experience does not go unnoticed. Sylvia listens when you tell her what you want and more importantly she does such an amazing job. I would recommend her to anyone!! read more

I went here the first time and the space is beautiful, stylish and relaxed. Honestly though I'd go anywhere to see Sylvia. I have been seeing SYLVIA now for nine years and followed her here once I knew she was leaving her last post and setting up in Industry DTLA. With this move we reminisced on our past transformations together.... this most recent one taking back to my brunette roots. I love getting my hair done and experimenting since I can never settle on a look! Sylvia has always created my "new look" and made me feel beautiful and my best self when I leave . Whether it be bangs, bob, layers you name it ! I've been beyond happy with everything we have done and seriously feel like a new person. She dry cuts when my hair is at its natural state making it much easier to manage and style when I'm low maintenance. the best thing is that it grows out so naturally which is so helpful when my schedule sometimes allows 6-8 weeks between visits. When you are looking to get a beautiful style or to be reinvented on a whim Sylvia will make you feel your best! read more

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