Amazing hair artist!! Love my cut and color. First time going for a unique unnatural color and Tsomuka nailed it. She did exactly the picture I brought in on my head like magic!!! Salon was clean and covid safe! Her pricing is transparent and on her website! My hair was not ruined and in fact after coloring was stronger with her protein treatment. I'm beyond thrilled and grateful I got to experience Tsomuka's hair art and can't wait to go back!! read more

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I have been a repeat customer for about ~3 years. Tsomuka is an artist and a talented professional. I walk in with an idea, maybe a sample picture and she interprets it very well. A perfect location for transformational looks as well as maintenance cuts. read more

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The owner, Tsomuka, is kind, patient, and professional. She takes great care of her clients; We previously had a miscommunication about my salon visit, but when she returned from vacation she was efficient and prompt about resolving it. The salon is also very careful about being compliant with pandemic safety; the stylist wore a mask, they have air filters, and kept the salon door open the entire time. I recommend going to Tsomuka for your hair needs! read more

Review is for a cut in late 2019. Hairstylist is *lovely* -- Tsomuka must be one of the most genial people in Oakland. She gave me a great cut, but it wasn't what I had asked for and I was stuck with a near "Karen" style that I could thankfully work into something more me. It's taken a while to grow out and has done so well -- she truly does great work. Strongly recommend getting a firm confirmation of the desired cut in advance and continuing to confirm throughout. read more

Thank you Tsomuka for working with me to create the wedding hair and makeup of my dreams! We started with the initial trial and continued with several discussions about the look we wanted to create over the next few months. She reassured me up until the last week of the wedding, which meant a lot through the more stressful planning times. It helps that she cuts hair as well too, as she was able to cut my hair two months before the wedding so that my hair would go well in an updo. She is wonderful to work with, and I continue to be impressed with her amazing work! read more

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I started coming here soon after it opened. Kayla is fantastic but this review is for the newest addition Tsomuka. It's been 8 days since the haircut and color that she did for me and I love it as much as the day I got it! It was my first time meeting her and I still wanted to chop my hair off anyway. My hair is coarse and unruly... and it's difficult to cut well. Oh but did Tsomuka work wonders! My hair was down to the top of shoulder blades and now I have an undercut. It was very drastic but she did a fantastic job cutting it part way and showing me what it could be like. Then, we both decided that my hair was too coarse and poofy sooooo shave we did! I've been wanting to shave my head for a while and she did it beautifully. Not only that she did the new color to my hair perfectly as well. I know this seems all too positive and too good to be true but I racked my brain trying to think of something negative but I honestly couldn't... I mean even her head massage was great! In short Maven is awesome whether you see Kayla or Tsomuka! read more

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Was needing something to perk up my white/grey hair. My natural grey is pretty, people are paying to get their hair to look like my color, but after being an experimental hair girl the years of grey stretching before me seemed boring. I wanted something fun and funky that would not damage my hair and would play off of the grey. Kayla had the best recommendation of a bright burgundy streaked in the lower half and around the face. It will fade to a sheer pink over about 4-6 weeks at which point I can do it again in the same or other fun colors. My grey is still very visible, the new color vibrant, everything healthy, and the style is amazing. My advice: Trust Kayla I posted my pics, before and after. They'll be dated February 2, 2017. Check them out. read more

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Fabulous color (foils) and cut by Eric, so amazing and talented! The owner Tsomuka is really great too. This is a great salon to go to, I saw Tsomuka once when Eric was unavailable. I have been going to Eric for some time, just blown away this time! read more

Tsomuka - Hair by Eric, fabulous color and cut, he is amazing! - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

I stumbled upon this place a few months ago, and now I can confidently say I found my new hair salon! What a great spot. Last time I got Kayla and I hadn't dyed my hair in four years and went full red, it turned out great. She did a fantastic job! I went in for a touch up today and got Tsomuka, and she was just as fabulous and did a nice blowout at the end which had me leaving super confident! Extremely skilled and down to earth staff, and you leave with the best results! Will definitely be back :) read more

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Kayla is AMAZING! She is a true artist when it comes to hair. I started going to her in alameda and when she bought her own salon in Oakland I of course followed her. Her talents are a true gem. I am very very particular about my blond. I have naturally dirty blond hair but like it a bright gold Blond. Kayla consistently provides me with the color I desire, when countless hair stylist have failed. This time I asked her to touch up my blond and give me a rich brown color underneath. Once Again I left the chair with exactly what I had in my imagination. Not only does Kayla work magic with hair but she is also kind, funny and a wonderful person to chat it up with in the process. Her salon is clean, trendy and in a rad area of Oakland. If you go to her she will genuinely care about you, your hair and your story. read more

Tsomuka - Kayla did an amazing ombré for me. I LOVE it! - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is an amazing hair salon with stylists and colorists that really know what they are doing! These are hair stylists on the cutting edge of hair trends. read more

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I looooove my salon!! This spot isn't just about hair, it's about ART. Eric encourages me to expand my color expression with new designs each visit. My dye jobs always have gorgeous dimension and highlights that keep compliments coming all day long. Maven has a great stock of TIGI dye (my favorite for vivid color) and beyond. The owner Kayla is also a super sweetheart! I love hanging out at my neighborhood salon :) read more

Tsomuka - Choppy alt/artsy bowl with uncuts all around - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

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AMAZINGGG all around experience!! I really enjoyed the time I was at this cute salon with her signature Mongolian lady art, that caught my attention ! I called and was told that there were no more availability for a cut. So I started looking for another place and what do you know, the owner called and told me she would take me in. As soon as I got there, I felt good vibes with the owner. She treated me well w/ my hair washed, cut and styled made me feel great after having a bad day. I really enjoyed her company and how much she was passionate with her art of hair. I'll definitely come back ! read more

I am so happy I finally found a new hair dresser! Tsomuka was so amazing, and her new space is adorable! I had been growing my hair out for about 4 years and before having long hair, I always had fun, funky short hair. I missed that feeling of sassiness that short hair gives you so I wanted a change while still maintaining my length. She gave me the cutest cut with bangs that made me feel like a new person! I can't wait to come back. She was professional, had a vision that worked for me and made me feel so comfortable. And the product in her salon is AMAZING! I will be back, and back, and back again! read more

Kayla! I'm so blessed to have come across you because you gave my hair LIFE! Thank you for meeting all my expectations and for giving me that yummy coffee lol! If you need a hair stylist that will give life to your locks, Kayla is the one to call. Kayla is the owner but is so humble. She is so sweet, bubbly, and knowledgeable. I went from having LONG locks to shoulder length hair. She kept ensuring me that everything was going to look GREAT (I was so nervous lol). And she was right, it looked muh-valous! The shop is so cute, clean, and lively. The parking is not the greatest, so make sure you get there early. Well worth the extra walk thought, the outcome is fantastic. Yay for Kayla! read more

Tsomuka - My cut after Kayla finished with me. Ummm, YEAH! Fierce. Thank you Kayla. - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Tsomuka is an amazing stylist. She's patient, kind, up-to-date on the latest trends and styles, and most importantly, she listens to what you're looking for and transforms your thoughts into magical hair styles. She's the best stylist I've had by a mile in the Bay, and it took me a while to find someone that fit exactly what I was looking for. I have thick, coarse hair and I don't often take care of it so I was tired of getting shamed by stylists who'd scold me for not using some fancy expensive product. It was also difficult to find a stylist who knew how to thin my hair and shape it to fit my face. Most stylists think they can just give you a shorter haircut or shave part of it and that doesn't work for coarse hair like mine. The salon itself is cozy and cute, and won't make you feel intimidated. The last salon I went to had about 15 chairs and was jam-packed with loud customers. I prefer more of an oasis/getaway than a social club, so Tsomkua's Salon has the vibe I want. Access is easy and it's near a whole bunch of great shops on Grand Ave so you can get a haircut and then show it off right away. I've had so many people compliment my haircut which doesn't happen often so I'll keep going back if just for the ego boost. FYI, Tsomuka is cash or Venmo only so make sure you grab some dollars from the ATM or set up a Venmo account first. And don't forget to tip. read more

Jorgie did an amazing job colouring my hair and gave me an A+ haircut. I wanted blonde highlights and I have naturally very dark brown/black hair. She did such a great job and knew just the right amount of highlights needed. Also, the salon is very modern and super clean. I am so thankful I found Tsomuka Hair Salon. If your in the SF Bay Area and need a hair stylist.... look no further. Also, make sure to pick up one of their stylish sweatshirts. read more

Kayla is very talented hair designer. I went with a friend when he needed a hair cut and I waited and saw him got a great, stylish hair cut since then I have been meant to try to come get a new hair cut.  I finally had my chance came and Kayla didn't let me down. This is the hairstyle what I exactly looking for. She cut the hair with precise and confident move. She is really good. read more

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Actually, I've only been going to Maven for about the same time my hair dressers been working there, so about 2 yrs. This review is for Eric G, who has cut my hair for a very looooong time - and there's good reason to go back. Asian hair is a skill, mine is very thick and has a wave. He knows how to handle it. - he's also innovative, and stays current with the styles of today! Want to have a new look, a make over? He is the go-to! Very creative. - also I've seen his clients hair color work, and he's talented there as well. As soon as I get up the nerve, and as soon as the grey overrides the black, I'm running to him. He's also a very sweet guy, he has a big heart, don't let his "stylist persona" fool you :) Above and beyond, he's really focused on doing a great job! And that's what I like, and want. Plus he does a 'mean' blow-dry. Always a treat. read more

This salon know how to take care of you! I called ahead of time for a consultation for my long coarse hair, and Jay made me feel at ease when I told him the hair style I wanted: shaggy long layers. He explained his techniques to me to make me feel comfortable! I usually have trouble finding someone handling my hair given I have an abundance. So much props to Jay for his style! He killed it! read more

Update review!! have to update my reviews- come back for balayage and show her pictures what I want- which was pointless because she did the opposite of everything and I ask for a trim and she cut my hair complete a new style. I left so mad and the worst I had a flight to catch at 7pm. I arrived at 1pm to the Salon- was 6:30pm she still working on my hair. She take the time for mess up my hair and my scalp very seriously!! I called last minute for the same date appointment literally a makeover- Mayra- she so nice and very heard about I was looking for hairstyle. She take her time to work on my hair- done the rose gold color so amazing!!! Definitely, coming back!! read more

Had a pretty good experience with my haircut. I was 15 mins early and she took me right away. I'm excited to see how my hair is going to grow out. There was a moment of awkwardness during checkout. The business was offering 20% off first time women customers during the weekday yelp. So I was surprise, my hairstylist just said $60 with no mention of the discount. When I inquired about it, she said I did get the discount because it is normally $70. Ok - no problem. When I got home I realized that the math was wrong...20% off $70 is $56. Hmmm. read more

I've been going to Eric at Maven for two years now. He is amazing. He gave me my first shag haircut which I'm obsessed with. He gave me the blonde highlights I've always wanted and he even did my purple for Burning Man. The purple faded out perfectly into Rosie hues over a couple months- always beautiful and healthy looking. I love Eric's work!! He is a true artist. read more

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Tsomuka is the hair whisperer for real! You know when you are new to the neighborhood and there are some specific things you need to start feeling like you are home-your cafe, bookstore, farmers market, body worker, and hair stylist? Finding Tsomuka made me feel like I am at home in this hood! I have long hair that's quite healthy and has her own personality and I love working with stylists that flirt with my hair and enhance her natural beauty. And that is just what Tsomuka did. She drew out the natural charm of the shape and quality of my hair, she took time and was very precise, while also being fluid with the cut. She is a total artist! I'm so happy I found her and she is definitely where it's at for me and my hair from now on. read more

Tsomuka worked with me to get the style and color I wanted. She really listens to you. Love the shop and loved the experience. Definitely coming back read more

TSOMUKA is an awesome hair artist! I love the cut she gave me. She listened to what I wanted, was patient and thoughtful and suggested what would work for my face and hair. So glad that she's in my neighborhood that I can walk to. I've been trying to find someone local for awhile as my last stylist is in SF and I just don't want to go into the City if I don't have to, as I work there. I want to support our local neighborhood. Also, her 2 other colleagues' work was very good as I saw the clients next to me. I was able to use Venmo to pay her. Lots of parking in the area if you aren't walking. I will be coming back in 8-10 weeks! read more

It was Monday and my husband offered to pay for my highlights. I have had my natural brown curly hair my whole life so I was excited at the thought but needless to say I was nervous. As we all know, if you don't go to the right person who knows what they're doing, you can be scarred for life at the outcome! So I began my research and salon after salon was booked and I began to panic when finally Kayla called me and got me in before my trip within 3 days. She took her time but was fast enough to get me in and out within two hours. I loved her personality and felt really good about supporting a woman who just bought her own shop and was realizing her dream. The salon is clean and cozy in a very nice location. Overall the experience was pleasant and I was very pleased with the outcome. The only thing that I would suggest is that she ask or as a client, be specific about how blonde you want your highlights. I originally thought they would be a darker golden color but after a couple of days and several compliments, I love it! Besides, all I said was that I wanted blonde highlights and that's what I got. Thank you Kayla. See pics I left. read more

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I cannot day enough nice things about Tsomuka Salon. The friendly, professional, and relaxing atmosphere makes it feel like a welcome retreat here in Oakland. Several months ago my favorite stylist moved out of state, and when I asked her if she could refer me to anyone, she gave me a few names. After checking some photos of her recommendations, I chose Eric Gutierrez. I made appointment with Eric for a color correction, new color application, and haircut and I am absolutely delighted with the outcome. My hair was in terrible shape and I was expecting to have an improvement, but not to be in absolute LOVE with my hair! Eric is kind, courteous, professional, and EXPERIENCED. He did things with color that I've never seen anyone else do, and I've been getting my hair done by stylists for over 30 years. Not only is the color absolutely stunning, the condition of it has improved and it is now, soft, silky, and shiny like I haven't seen in years. The cut is fun and flattering, and I hadn't even walked twenty feet out the door of the salon after my appointment before getting my first compliment on my hair. Eric is a gem and I will refer everyone I know to him from now on. If I could give Tsomuka Salon and Eric 100 stars I gladly would. read more

Tsomuka just made my wedding hairstyle up do come true ! She is so kind and very attentive ! Stop what you're doing and spoil yourself at Maven ! read more

Oh. My. God. Eric is a hair genius! When it comes to my hair, I am very particular. In the last 4 years I haven't found a hairstylist I trust with my hair. I've gone to super pricey salons in rich areas of town and everywhere in between. Every time I left disappointed. I have never been so happy with my hair after seeing Eric. He literally performed a miracle and transformed my hair. I also really felt like he took the time to listen to me and what I wanted. By far the most talented hair dresser I have every met, and I've met lots. Would def recommend. read more

Kayla is wonderful! She is so sweet and was able to create the look I wanted from just a few pictures I showed her. Not to mention all the decorations are so cute and the shop is so welcoming. Will definitely be making another appointment when I need a trim. read more

Tsomuka - Just Perfect! - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

I found this place on yelp with outstanding reviews, and my last haircut was a botched cut so I needed help ASAP. I emailed the salon owner, Kayla, and we scheduled an appointment for a Friday afternoon. I arrived for my appointment and checked in only to receive a confused look from the girl behind the counter...apparently I was forgotten about. The girl sitting behind the counter called Kayla and handed me the phone. Kayla apologized for forgetting about me and asked if I could come at a later time....sorry no! I drove in horrible traffic, through the rain, and went through the hassle of finding a parking spot which I had to pay for! If anything, the owner of the salon should say "I forgot about our appointment, but I will be there in 5 minutes!" I was irritated. However, the girl sitting behind the counter was a hairstylist and she took me on the spot. So, MAYRA is the absolute perfect person to do your hair at this salon. This girl KNOWS her stuff. As she was doing my hair, she was talking with me and explaining what she was doing to fix my mess of a haircut. She would ask me what I wanted and what I was looking for. Mayra was extremely nice and accommodating. She even gave me a nice discount because the salon owner forgot about me! I am definitely returning to this salon ONLY to see Mayra! Good thing Kayla hired excellent hairstylists for her salon! read more

Tsomuka is amazing, and I'm so excited to see how the salon develops under her ownership. I came into the salon for the first time today to clean up my pixie/undercut and to add some creative color. I didn't have a super clear idea in mind and told her to just have fun. Let me tell you, I could not be happier with the results. Not only did she do an amazing job, it is so refreshing to have someone so incredibly down to earth and inspiring to spend my afternoon with. I live an hour or so north of the east bay, but would gladly make the drive down for future appointments!! Thanks again for making me feel so special :) read more

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I just got a pixie cut, which I have been thinking about it for a really long time! God knows how many years that i have long hair. I almost can't remember when was that. I am so happy that I found Tsomuka! I love love love my new hair!! read more

The Maven Hair Salon at 3602 Grand Avenue is simply the best. The owner, Kayla, is a visionary hair stylist. She can do exactly what you want or use her considerable talents to give you the style perfect for your face. Recently Kayla took my straight hair style and curled it into a Downton Abbey style for a dinner I am going to. The results were perfect and very vintage. My hair looked so good I got compliments from perfect strangers and some people even asked to touch it. When they did they remarked on the health and softness of the curls. Be sure to call ahead for an appointment. Kayla is the real thing, a sure thing if you want to look beautiful!!! read more

Tsomuka - Kayla makes my hair beautiful. BTW my hair is 74 years old. Kayla can make miracles with your hair too. - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

OMG I just love this salon. I'm a black girl with curly corse hair. This wasn't a problem for the girls at Maven hair salon. transformation, love my hair cut and color. Did I mention my eyebrows waxing and didn't need to wear pencil. Definitely I will be back. I love a hair stylist that knows how to work with all kinds of textures of hair. read more

Tsomuka - I love love my hair thanks to the ower and other hair stylist. - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

Gave me the color I've been looking for a long time. She also is super friendly and doesn't let you walk out until she makes you feel confident. IM IN LOVE thanks sooo much!!!! Ask for Kayla she's the best everyone in there was friendly you rarely find great costumer service now a days read more

Tsomuka - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

Kayla has been my hairstylist for years and she never fails to keep my hair looking and feeling amazing! This new place she opened up is located in a convenient place and is very nice on the inside. Her professionalism is always intact and she definitely does her homework to keep up with the latest styles and procedures for hair. She is great with hair cuts, trims, and coloring. I have remained a loyal customer for these very reasons! read more

Kayla is the BEST, no wonder she opened her own cute salon this month! I followed Kayla from her old place in Alameda and I am soooo lucky she is closer to me here in Oakland. She is great with my thin curly hair and always listens to what I want. She even taught me some clever curly hair tricks when styling, but you will have to go see her yourself if you want to know them too ;) I have always been hesitant and feared changing stylists, so when I found Kayla, I knew I was going to stick with her for good. It is a great feeling knowing you are going to get your hair done with ease and know you are getting exactly what you pay for. She is very talented at what she does and I would 100% recommend her to my friends and family! Congrats on the new salon Kayla! read more

I was happy to have Kayla color my hair for the first time. We had a nice color consultation where she was able to articulate the answers to my questions very well. She did a good job with coloring and styling my hair. She was professional, sincere, and funny. Yelpers were right about her. I am impressed. I am interested in coming back for more services! Highly recommended for color. read more