My most recent visit was this month (October 2026). I really enjoy coming here. Krista is really…read morefriendly and she definitely listens. She styled my hair according to what I wanted. She also took the time to explain different services offered that would be helpful with my hair. As for the salon - it was clean, modern, bright, comfortable. I definitely cannot wait for my next appointment!

There are some metered parking available. There's also a lot next to Urth Cafe. Based from the…read morereviews I read, I decided to book Krista for my much needed Summer haircut. Booking online was very easy and accessible. She exceeded my expectations. She was very friendly and skillful. She took her time in understanding what kins of style I wanted. She even provided some recommendation with styling my hair. I am so happy with the outcome and I highly recommend her.

The vibe here is relaxing and the quality of there products are amazing too! My stylist Lexi was…read moreable to do all the services I requested!

I've been seeing Candice for yearss and she helped me achieve the most beautiful color when I was…read moreblonde. Even now that I'm not the color I used to be I still love seeing her for my color and cuts. I definitely recommend booking with her, she's the most patience, understanding and talented person there.

Took me in last minute for a hair gloss and had the kindest treatment and professional service! Had…read moreno idea they were tucked away in this corner of Pasadena. Reasonable prices. Would come back!

I received my services from Sarah and it was such a positive experience. My goal was to get 3/4…read moreinches and brining out some of the hidden curls. She was so attentive, and brought such a calm energy. I also appreciate that she was comfortable sharing silence and letting the conversation to flow naturally. I like the length of my cut and she definitely brought out the curls which left me so impressed. I haven't seen my hair form these curls in over 10 years. I truly appreciate my experience.

Went to Gina for the first time today! I found her through Yelp and really liked the work she…read morehighlighted on her page and website. I had originally intended to come in for just a cut, but after talking with Gina and getting her insight, I decided to get a perm as well. She kind enough to be able to fit me in for a perm even though I initially booked for a haircut. My hair is naturally very straight and having texture and volume was always something I desired. I was initially hesitant when she suggested a perm because I had gotten very tight curls before, but Gina did an amazing job. Her skill and eye for style sent me out of the salon looking like a completely different person! I highly recommend paying Gina a visit if you're looking for just a cut or if you're looking to switch up your style. You won't leave disappointed! I will definitely be back!

I love MensHair by Gina! She is so detailed and I can tell she cares about our hair. I drive all…read morethe way from Garden Grove (almost 1 hr and a half) to see Gina. She really knows how to style men's hair and keep it looking fresh and natural. Very clean & stylish. I've been looking for a barber, and glad I found Gina instead. I was recommended by my friend. I loved my first haircut! Now i come back. I think finding an excellent hairstylist like Gina is so worth it. I only wish Gina's location was closer, but again, worth the drive for a great haircut! 5 stars!!!

Iris always comes through, she trims and highlights my hair and always does an amazing job! She's…read moreso friendly and accommodating since I prefer morning appointments. Can't say enough about how amazing she leaves my hair. She also treats my hair so it doesn't get dry. Thank you Iris!

I loveeeeee how my hair came out! The amazing Kenny did my hair! He added highlights, color and…read morehair cut, then gave me best blowout of my life! His hands are magic and his conversations are so enjoyable! Made the time fly by! Can't wait to come back!! Highly recommend, plus is dog Alfie is the cutest!

I genuinely cannot recommend Ronika enough! I've cut my own hair at home for years because I have…read moresuch a hard time trusting anyone with it, but trusting her was the BEST decision I've ever made. She is incredibly talented and you can immediately tell how knowledgeable and experienced she is. My hair is naturally very thin, dry, and frizzy, and she knew exactly how to work with it while still giving me exactly what I wanted from my inspo picture. She completely brought my boring, lifeless hair back to life and made it look fuller, healthier, and so beautiful. She gave me such a confidence boost, and I would trust and recommend her to absolutely anyone! Honorable mention: the salon is super cute and inviting!!

I had such an amazing experience with Ronika! She is not only extremely talented, but also so…read moresweet, kind, and genuinely attentive to what her clients want. I was nervous about getting my hair cut because I really wanted to keep my length, and I've had experiences with hairstylists who end up cutting off much more than I asked for. Ronika listened to me completely and cut just enough to remove what was needed while keeping my hair long and prioritizing its health. I really appreciated that she didn't just chop away, but actually took the time to understand what I was comfortable with. My haircut and blowout came out absolutely beautiful, healthy, and full of life. The salon was super clean and very cute. I felt brand new after I left the salon. She made the entire experience so comfortable and I would happily trust her with my hair again!

My mother has been visiting this establishment for many years. Lina consistently provides me with…read morethe perfect haircut, and today I had my highlights done, which I absolutely love. The prices are very affordable.

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I have been coming here for half a year now and always see Christie. She is my go to girl and I…read morerecommend her to everyone! She is so kind and knowledgeable on everything from extensions, to hair cuts, to dyes and glosses! I really appreciate that she takes the time to explain everything to you. Her vibe is very welcoming and warm and she always does a phenomenal job! Every time I see her, I walk out feeling so damn good! I brought my mom in to see her today. My mom hasn't gotten her hair done professionally in 7 years since she has had cancer. She has a large scar on het head from previous surgeries so she's always been self conscious, but Christie made her feel so safe and calm, not to mention sooo beautiful!! She gave her a wash, gloss, and cut and showed my mom how to style it properly to cover her scar. It was a very special day for my mama. I am so grateful to have found this salon and Christie!!

I cannot recommend Ruby enough! She has been cutting and coloring my hair for years, and she is…read moretruly the only person I trust completely. I even asked her to style my hair for my wedding, which says it all. Ruby is incredibly warm and friendly, making every session feel like catching up with a friend, but she also brings a focused precision to her work that is unmatched. She has such a cool, sophisticated taste and is amazing at helping me consider new cuts and colors whenever I'm feeling up for a change. I absolutely love that I can just walk into her chair and not have to worry about a thing, knowing I'm in the best hands. If you are looking for a stylist who is both incredibly talented and wonderful to be around, Ruby is the absolute best!

Today was my second time at Materie in Pasadena after getting a haircut from Christine Choi a month…read moreago. The first time Christine cut my hair, I really appreciated the time and attention she gave to every angle. I especially love how she cut my bangs. It is magical to shake my hair in every direction and see it fall back into a perfect line. I used to always put my hair in a ponytail to cover the uneven layers (from a previous cut), but I started leaving my hair down once Christine blended all my layers. She is passionate and knowledgeable about hair texture, condition, and color. I have a lot of fun talking to her about everything and appreciate her confidence and humor. Today, she lightened my hair from the roots and then applied a warm toner. I can't stop smiling as I take selfies at home. There were previously three layers of color, but she blended everything into a rich, warm color. I absolutely love my hair. It feels healthy, smells wonderful, and has beautiful dimension and color from every angle. Materie Pasadena is such a beautiful gem! The location is wonderful, with ample parking available. I took advantage of the street parking and never had any issues finding a spot. The interior is also very clean, elegant, and spacious, with high, lofted ceilings. I am really excited to have found a place as perfect as Materie and even more grateful to have found a stylist as talented and passionate as Christine!

I've been going to Christine for a couple of years. Christine is absolutely amazing! If you want…read moresomeone that truly loves what she does and understand what a customer wants, Christine is your girl. She is extremely talented with color, honestly she is quite magical. Her ability in general is in a league of her own (cut, style, etc.). Her salon is super cute and she is genuinely a super sweet person.

I have A LOT of really thick (creative colored) Asian Hair, and most stylists don't know how to…read morework with it. Finding Rae was a game changer and is worth every penny! She consistently gives me the most amazing razor-cut shags that don't require the extra curling and blow-drying I've seen other stylists have to do to make it even resemble a shag. I can wake up, put some Hairstory products in, and I'm good to go. The way Rae cuts my hair gives it texture and shape, making it less bulky and complimenting my round face. She also gives me the most fantastic curtain bangs, fringe, and wings to flip out my hair. I recently took a new driver's license photo, and thanks to Rae's haircut, it was the first DMV picture I didn't massively hate. She's trained by Jayne from Edo, the Shag Queen that you've probably seen all over Instagram and TikTok, but it doesn't cost a fortune. Plus, Rae is the nicest, most down-to-earth stylist, so it's always good to see her, and the space in Highland Park is very chill. I've definitely been to IG famous hairstylists that made me feel like I was beneath them and gave me a super underwhelming cut. I'm more than happy to make the drive from South LA to Highland Park because Rae's cuts are that good and when I'm out, I always get a lot of compliments on my hair, too.

Even after four years, I still have a bad feeling about this hairdresser when she somehow comes…read moreacross my digital world. After my first and only appointment, she left me with bangs that had some strange long pieces on one side that went over and kept poking in my eye. Not only did it not look right aesthetically (others later confirmed what I was seeing), it was physically annoying. Although everything else was great as far as the cut, this was clearly an oversight that, for whatever reason, neither of us did noticed at the time of the appointment. Frankly, although Rae does not charge as much as many very expensive hair stylists, she is *not* inexpensive and this was the most that I've ever paid for a haircut. I felt that I should not have to correct anything myself plus I did not want to mess with her work at all. After contacting her about this very small matter, as I was willing to make the effort to go back to her to have this corrected, she ghosted me. Instead of being agreeable and embodying all of the positive things she purports to believe in and represent via her Instagram page, she apparently decided that I would be "a difficult client." (And apparently this is a thing with hairdressers, as I found mention of this on a hairdressing professionals site.) There was absolutely no consideration for my feelings. I am far from a difficult client. But the client should be happy, and she could've done a couple of snips and that would've been that. Instead... After receiving no reply via phone after leaving her a couple of messages, I finally had to find her on Instagram and sent her a photo of my obviously uneven bangs. Apparently now fearing that I would post something negative to her account or leave a bad review somewhere, she offered to refund the entire cost of the haircut rather than make this quick fix. I was floored. While happy to not have to end up paying my hard-earned money to someone who basically was cruel to me via her respect for only her feelings with none for me, I knew that she was paying me off. As I didn't want to spend any more time or energy on this or her, she's been successful with that until now. But she's come up again, and I can see all of these great reviews and the feelings of rejection have returned. So I must be such an asshole to deserve to be treated like one, right? No. Our session together was perfectly normal, and Rae just cannot accept that she could make such a small oversight and that a client may not be 100% happy with her work--i.e. she exists beyond reproach. She's an artist, mind you! If you can be happy with that, yes she does good work and it seems that most of the time she gets it right with clients (particularly if they have lots of Instagram followers, I suspect but cannot ascertain) or they just don't bother or feel comfortable mentioning any dissatisfaction. I just don't like people thinking they can treat others like trash because they are an artist in some high-priced field. It's a fucking haircut attached to a human being. Just be a nice person and have some grace.