This Maven is by far the best I've encountered. I know walking in the door that it will be an amazing experience. Coming in I met a full of energy señorita named Kayla and showed her a picture of how I would like to have my hair colored and cut. And she said wow that would look stunning on you and I can definitely achieve that look on you. Before I knew it I was sitting in her comfy chair and she started working her magic. My process took a little more time because of my long and thick hair and she was extremely accommodating and patient brought me sliced fruit and water and she can definitely keep up a good conversation. After coloring my hair she washed my hair and boy that was the best head massage I've ever received loved her hands, so relaxing. She then took me back to chair and did an excellent cut and style and I felt like a new person. I felt sexy again she over exceeded what I asked for went over the top. I highly recommend this salon and Kayla she is a true beauty and is good at what she does and is also a perfectionist which is a high plus. You will be truly satisfied. I will now come to her forever!!!! read more

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Kayla is absolutely amazing This was my first time dying my hair ombré ., She really went the extra mile to dye my hair exactly how I wanted it. After shopping around and asking different hair dressers they all told me that the color blonde I was looking for was not possible but there is no impossible for Kayla she made it possible ! I'm very happy with the results and I highly recommend her She is extremely generous and the hospitality was amazing she made my experience awesome ! read more

Tsomuka - Kayla is such an amazing hair dresser, she is a ombre master ! I highly recommend her :) - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

Kayla rocks my hair world. I trust her 100% and she continuously is taking my hair to the next level. She is a true artist and we have so much fun together. Our laughter never stops. Do your hair and soul a favor and make an appointment! read more

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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

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Tsomuka listens, recommends, and executes perfectly. Always on time, the salon is welcoming, I never feel rushed. Products used are high quality. Tsomuka is a true artist and incredible stylist. I would recommend her for both cut and color. I get stopped on a regular basis with people asking me where I get my hair done. Simple amazing. read more

Lemme tell you, I am so happy with my experience with Eric. I'm very picky about my hair, and therefore very weary who I let touch my hair. Eric was professional and warm and thorough! I needed a bleach and tone, the service was amazing, he didn't miss an spots with the bleach and my hair didn't feel damaged. I'll def be visiting him again. I recommend !!!! read more

I called to make an appointment For my daughter who is only 10 years old. She wanted to get a transformation haircut from long hair to short. My daughter's stylist was named Tsomuka. Tsomuka was very patient and made my daughter feel very comfortable the entire time. When all was said and done my daughter had an amazing transition cut:) read more

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I was referred to this salon from one of my friends and of course, I naturally went on to Yelp to check out the work from Maven's hairstylists. I made an appointment with Kayla on a Sunday morning and found parking pretty quickly. I told her it was my first time here and I was looking for a simple trim with soft layers to even out my lob haircut from 4-5 months ago. I showed her a photo of the length I expected and she quickly understood what I wanted without hesitation. I felt comfortable with my first step into the salon - very clean and modern with rustic accents. Kayla is professional, sweet, and most importantly takes the time to understand her clients and does an amazing job. She is a wonderful business owner and strives to keep her clients satisfied. I learned that she relocated from Alameda to open her own salon in Oakland recently and is working hard to become more established in her new community. I'm extremeley happy with my haircut - I got the soft layers and length, just as I wanted. I highly recommend Kala for her services! Coincidentally, I usually go to Alameda for my haircuts, but now I'm looking forward to going to Kayla from now on :) Also, she is balayage-certified! read more

Maven's saved the day! I have African American/Japanese hair and never trust people with my hair. I usually just go for the dry straight cut, leaving most salons not feeling **transformed** Mayra did a dry cut, but in comparison, she went above and beyond to make my hair look and feel nice - like I actually got something done. Mayra also informed me that she works with African American hair already so I am beyond excited to do more exciting things with this do next visit. On top of all that, Mayra is just sweet and awesome to chat with. I have be searching for you Mayra! Hehe. I have also been meaning to write this for months! Thank you for cutting my hair so well. This cut has really been one of the best I have had in a long, long time and I will be back sooner than soon. :) read more

I can honestly say that Kayla is the best colorist/stylist who has ever had their hands in my hair. And since I've been cutting/coloring/changing my hair for more years than I care to admit to, that's quite a lot of hands. She is gifted, skilled, and incredibly imaginative. She has taken my "red" to beautiful heights and has perfected my pixie cut to flatter and frame my face. When people stop you to ask "who does your hair?" - you know it's a great look. Kayla, at Maven in Oakland, is a hair artist and a wonderful person. I adore her for her - and adore her for how she makes me look. read more

Erica is professional, gifted, and amazing. She specializes on keeping the integrity of your hair, but enhancing and creating a "hotter you" version. She's very intuitive and that's something that cannot be taught. I recommend her 1000x. She's my new hairstylist guru. read more

Tsomuka - 6 inches cut off by Erica and landed on Maven's beautiful floor. - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

Tsomuka is the best! I have ridiculously long/thick hair and she gives me the best haircut I've ever had. She is so sweet and fun to talk with, too. Get your hair done here! read more

Just had an amazing experience here with Erica! I hadn't had my hair cut in about a year, partially because I'm always so hesitant to put in the money and walk out disappointed. Thankfully I walked out today feeling with my hair looking healthier than every without losing too much length. Erica was thoughtful and knew just what to do. Can't wait to come back again and recommend it to my friends : ) read more

I like this place they has good prices, good artists, good jobs, Erick is my stylist. I recommend this place.

Amazing cut and experience with Jargie. She was fun to talk to and I love my layered hair cut, exactly what I wanted!

It took me a long time to find a professional and friendly hair stylists who can cut curly hair without any confusion! My stylist name was Tsomuka. She washed my hair and gave me a nice massage around my forehead. She was so patient and careful. We had a nice chat together while she was working on my hair. I will definitely come back. read more

Tsomuka - I'm so happy to find this hair salon and Tsomuka. - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

I just signed up for Yelp to write this review for Tsomuka Salon. Tsomuka went above and beyond for me today. I work in a field somewhat like this (clothing alterations) and so I know very well that I was the worst imaginable customer; exactly the sort you don't want. I didn't know what I wanted when I came in; I got exactly what I asked for and didn't like it; and I couldn't articulate what was wrong, much less how to fix it. Tsomuka was so patient, so helpful, and so dedicated to making sure I left happy with my haircut. She never got annoyed with me, even though she had done exactly what I asked her to do. I could honestly learn a thing or two from her in that regard. She stuck with me for an hour and a half, positive and pleasant the whole time, until I was happy - with a haircut that was nothing like what I came in asking for. She even double-checked to make sure instead of rushing me out the door, like many people would have after I had given them so much trouble. Frankly she should have charged me for three haircuts, and would have deserved the money. I will definitely be back. (I hope the thought doesn't scare her!) You should go too, you won't regret it. read more

I have been trying to find a forever hair stylist since my last (9 years) moved too far and costed me out. I had been to four stylists since, the last being a disaster. My hair is my signature so of course now I'm anxious and highly critical. This salon received such great reviews so I called and was given an appt with Eric. He did a fantastic job. He fixed the mistakes and, though this is a little cheesy, I felt like he intuited what my hair and my mind needed. I have long hair and only recently transitioned to bangs. The bangs were on point. He put in lots of layers at the bottom to lighten it up and enable me to get a nice curly look and it looks great straight as well. He was pleasant and we laughed, which is nice too. I really couldn't thank him enough and I will be back. A recommendations for what it's worth - tea and water, or just water, would be great. read more

What to do when you need to be saved from an awful hair color and cut from the Claremont Hotel Salon ?! You immediately go to Maven Salon on Grand Ave. Thank you Kayla from the bottom of my heart and Roots!! Yelp helped me discover this gem of a business on Grand lake ave in Oakland, CA. With Maven Salon's positive reviews I was lead to this Salon. I called ahead of time to inquire of their services and to explain that I had just done a New Years color and cut at the Claremont Spa Hotel. They recommended a hairdresser with raving reviews! Unfortunately, the color and cut I received was a disaster!! I felt too humiliated to even complain. My Being disabled, also left me feeling vulnerable and without the energy to confront the Claremont Salon. When calling Maven Salon, Erica answered. She was professional , knowledgeable and warm. She even offered and booked an appointment the moment I called! Luckily, for me, I was referred to Kayla, patron saint of repairing and restoring bad hair cuts and color!! Kayla not only does beautiful work, she is a true alchemist and miracle worker !! my haircut is stupendous!! ( she really had to redo an awful haircut) I left her Salon feeling younger, understood and beautiful!! Thank you KAYLA!! p.s. the latter coffee was wonderful. An appreciative customer, YOLANDA CORIA read more

Tsomuka - Top row of photo is bad cut and color Lower row is Kayla's beautiful repair! - Makeup Artists Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great outcome. I dyed my previously lightened hair dark brown, didn't like it too much, and wanted to go back with lighter hair. After reading all the great reviews decided to try this place and I was pleasantly surprised by the result. I know how challenging going back lighter could be but Erica was able to give me beautiful highlights. I found a new salon. read more

I was so lucky to be able to see Tsomuka before the shelter in place order went into effect. After being postpartum for 7 months I really needed a trim and some texture to my hair. I let Tsomuka do what she thought would be good. At first I thought my cut was too short and it was definitely not a cut I would have directed my self, but a day or two later, I absolutely loved it. It was the perfect haircut for a mother of two that is super easy to style and maintain, had volume and really was chic. Tsomuka is meticulous in what she does and I hope to return once our city reopens. read more

Tsomuka was amazing! I wish I could give her 10 stars. It was the week before my wedding and my previous stylist was flaking. I called Tsomuka and she went out of her way to help me, including opening early and squeezing me in for both my hair try-in and on my actual wedding day! My hair and makeup turned out perfectly! I could not have been happier! I highly recommend her and her salon. read more

Loved them :) the owner was really kind and helpful with the consultation and affordable price. Definitely coming back! read more

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Eric has been doing my hair for the past 6 years and I love that he is here at Maven!! So convenient for me and parking usually isn't a big deal. I have a short pixie and Eric is the man when it comes to texturizing and getting all those fine details just right. I get compliments constantly and people always ask me where I get my hair done. If you're looking for a stellar, detailed stylist/artist, Eric Gutierrez is your guy. read more

Trevor Giles is my go-to for keratin & cuts, recently moving to Maven in Oakland. Long-standing customer of Trevor's. He's great! Highly recommend!! read more

Really wanted to like this place but honestly had the most awful experience I've ever had at a salon. I came in with super brassy blonde hair and all I asked for was to take the brass out. She seemed pretty confused while I was consulting with her about the color I wanted... I soon realized this wasn't the place if you want a blonde specialist. But I thought she could at least do better than what I came in there with since I had a vacation the next day there really wasn't time to book a appointment else where. So, she came back with a swatch book full of 'fashion' colors which wasn't what I was looking for. She showed me a pale pink color that I agreed to because honestly that was better than the orange hair that I had. In order to achieve that color though you would have to lighten your color to AT LEAST a level 9, which was not what I got. I came in with orange hair and left with orange hair. It was awful. My hair was so damaged and not what I wanted at all. To make matters worse she was not careful when washing the bleach out of my hair and ended up with bleach stains all the way down my favorite shirt. Also the cherry on top, at the end of my appointment she basically pushed me out of the chair because she had another appointment and I ended up walking out of the salon with frizzy , damaged, wet hair. I could have cried. read more

This review is long overdue. I walked in not knowing exactly what I wanted, but knew I wanted something different and edgy, yet still work appropriate ( I work in the FiDi so I can't exactly get away with multi-colored hair). Kayla was up for anything even though I thought some of my ideas were crazy. She gave me the courage to go with an undercut and we colored it bright red...so it's good, responsible girl when the hair is down and surprise wild child when the hair's up. Highly recommend Kayla!! read more

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So, I am sure that the owner is going to try and rebuke this, which I find to be amusing (she just apparently took over the salon one day ago, or so she claims). Trevor- who I've known since I was a soldier in the military back in North Carolina - where he is from works there. I had a unit that I needed to be dyed and so knowing that he has worked at various salons I figured I would contact him to see if he wanted to dye my unit. Naturally, I text him (the kid has bounced between so many salons and arbitrary jobs that I can't keep up with him. Last I checked he was at a Salon on Grant, clearly, he had some drama, then ended up at another salon on Hyde, fast forward he is at a salon in Oakland). I reached out to him to see if he could do the job, and he said that he could. He told me he was at Maven, him having done my hair in the past, and me having personally texted him in the past ... I assumed he went with the proper protocol of whatever it was he needed to do in order to dye the wig ombre/balayage, Assuming that he is using the salon's product on salon time, my assumption is he did what he was supposed to -- I guess not. Trevor is a sweet guy, but with a long history of drug use is quite unreliable. I've realized this in the past but gave him the benefit of the doubt. Long story short he did not dye the hair when he was supposed to and came up with excuses after excuses. It went from Wednesday to Friday, to Saturday. I asked for him to return the unit to me so that I could find someone else to dye it, and he continued to ignore me. So I was left with no choice but to call the salon. I called the salon and talked to the new owner, and she tried to get the gist of the story claiming that this was a personal thing and that the salon wasn't liable. She was extremely unprofessional and clearly doesn't know how to manage a salon. It also seem from the reviews this salon has a ongoing issue with ombre/balayage... coincidence? I have no idea. She told me that she would personally do it, and then called me back and claimed that the salon is not liable for personal texts on personal phones (so how am I supposed to know he has a work phone? I know the guy personally, but don't know his work phone number). From my understanding, I was getting a service done at the salon through a guy that I know. She said that the salon is not liable for anything and that she doesn't feel my waste of time and frustrated should be compensated. If you have an employee that accepts a service in the salon, on salon time, using your products it is your concern! You should be doing whatever it takes to fix it. Unprofessional, and most of all dirty (I walked in there like, ewww this is it?) ... I was willing to pay to have it done it's not like I am asking for a free service, but clearly, customer service is not a number one priority here. On top of that, she was arguing with me before I could even explain the story. Some advice about running a shop: You should probably listen to your customer, and regardless how it happened, it is your shop, it happened at your shop, with your employee, you should be making it right. Instead of arguing with me and disrespecting me even more. I'm sticking to San Francisco where people know how to treat people and accept responsibility for their lack of professionalism. You believe an unreliable drug addict over a customer.... good look! read more

Tsomuka is outstanding! After searching for over a year now for a new place for my hair, I've finally found it. Tsomuka is super kind hearted and chill. I really enjoyed spending my time in the salon. Parking is easy, and the salon is a few doors down from fun Grand Avenue-- makes a great way to spend an hour or so in the area enjoying the new style. Will definitely be returning. read more

Tsomuka is amazing! She was not only an absolute joy to be around, very eager to listen to me and my needs, but she is a total force to be reckoned with! I will absolutely be back for my next haircut, and would suggest this spot to every one of my friends. read more

I had a haircut by Eric, holy moly he's AMAZEBALLS! He takes his time, cuts hair so good and styles it like if you were a model! Serious, he's the best ever! Fun conversation, love love him! I'm excited to get my hair colored by him next! I've been to a zillion hair people, love them all but haven't been THIS happy with my hair! You want amaze hair, go to him! No joke! He's adorbz! read more

I recently moved to the area, and am so grateful to have found Kayla in Maven Hair Salon. Whenever I bring her photos for inspiration, she manages to make the exact adjustments needed to flatter my face shape and features. I am also appreciative that she's been on time for all of my appointments. 5 stars for Kayla! read more

I followed Kayla from her previous location in Alameda and had my first haircut in her new shop on Grand Ave. in Oakland yesterday. You will not be disappointed in the cute little shop or in Kayla's expertise with hair. She cuts my hair very short which is the way I like it, and it always looks great. In fact, people I don't know have stopped me and have complimented me on my haircut. If you are looking for someone to give you a really excellent haircut, try Kayla. read more

I still go to Maven, but I now go to Tsomuka. She has been cutting my hair for almost two years and I now have the best hairstyle of my life. No exaggeration. Tsomuka cuts my hair to suit the texture of my hair and my unwillingness to do a lot of fussing with it. She cuts with precision and it shows. I am so happy to have Tsomuka working at this great salon in my neighborhood. She is very stylish, has great ideas and is a pleasure to be around. read more

I love what Kayla did to my hair. I have pretty fine hair and so can't go crazy in regards to style. Kayla not only gave my hair a great makeover she broke my "never dyed my hair before" virginity! LOL. I love the color and got lots of compliments from friends and co-workers. Kayla knows her stuff and is very professional. I have never stick to one hair dresser before but I am sticking to Kayla now! Haha. read more

I just got my hair hooked up by Kayla, she seriously took it to another level! I told her I was wanting my hair to pop, trying not to look like a tired old mom :( which I am, I want to have fierce, hip, ass kicking hair, and that is exactly what I got. Kayla had me bring in a few pictures of looks l like and we talked about them and what would work best for my hair and my life, we decided to go platinum to really mix it up and leave the roots showing through and dark to keep it edgy. Part way through the process I got nervous about such a drastic change but Kayla dos to trust her an I did. She is a complete artist, I really appreciated how she took the time to meticulously paint my hair and let it set properly. It took almost 3 hrs but she was calm and not rushed. I absolutely recommend Kayla and her beautiful salon to anyone in the East bay looking to freshen up their look it completely change it up. read more

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This salon is fantastic! I made my appointment in person and was scheduled the next day. My stylist is Eric who was great! I showed him my hair goals and for the first session, he has done an amazing job! It was the first visit of many to come, as my goal is to lighten my hair drastically. He is great with color and without causing hair breakage. He's also great with recommending particular hair products to keep the brass away. I have another appointment with Eric and can't wait! read more

Kayla is FANTASTIC!! So far, she's colored my hair twice, cut my hair many times and given me a cool, curly up-do for a special event. I started going to her when she worked in Alameda and am psyched that she's opened up her own sweet salon around the lake. I've recommended her to many of my friends and even strangers who've commented on my hair color (e.g. neon green streaks). Kayla does a fabulous job whether you want subtle highlights or something more dramatic and unique. Plus, she's friendly, welcoming and easy to talk to. I always feel happy and taken care of when I go to see her. Yay for Kayla! read more

I always have a fantastic hair day after seeing Eric. While I consider myself a brunette with long hair and don't steer to far away from that Eric is able to make Beautiful and subtle changes to my style and color that really inspire the rest of my style and my mood and I love that! read more

I have been a faithful patron of Kayla's for the past three years, so I was really excited to find out that she had started her own salon - a testament to her success and prowess as a stylist. I am a big fan of changing my hair, and Kayla has seen me through it all - long, short, red, blonde, highlights, ombre... you name it. She is always willing to consult with me, and not afraid to tell me if my next big idea is great, or only great in my head (a GOOD thing!). Kayla is very sweet and personable and I always end up loving the way my hair turns out. My appointments have usually lasted around 2-3 hours for a cut and color. The salon is very cozy with snacks and champagne, and time really flies when you get to talking. Be aware that you usually have to pay for street parking until 6PM! TL;DR: Go to Maven! You won't regret it. Kayla, I'll see you again soon! ---------------- Migrating my review from her previous salon here: KAYLA, YOU ARE AMAZING! After a few failed attempts at getting a hold of Darcy again (I found out later that she no longer works there), I was introduced to Kayla. It had been several months since my last professional haircut, so by then, my dye had faded and my perm had fallen out (sadness!). Recently, I developed an urge to chop off most of my hair, which had grown down to my waist. The last bob I had had been so disastrous, however, that I vowed never to have short hair again as long as I lived. And so five years passed. Everything changed after a recent trip to SoCal, where everyone and their mom was sporting cute, short pixie cuts, and I was once again inspired to find one that worked for me. Kayla was really sweet and helpful. She assuaged my concerns about short hair making me look super young and my face extra round. I showed her a picture of the haircut I was thinking of, and she executed it perfectly, finished it off by coloring it a deep dark red (interestingly, she suggested that I dye it red before I had even told her that was what I had wanted). And now for the aftermath: I have never EVER gotten so many compliments on my hair in my life. Literally (yes, literally) every day for two weeks straight, I had multiple people coming up to me gushing over my hair. I work in a fairly large office, and a majority of my coworkers came by to say how much they liked it, and one even went to get her hair cut right after. One lady's "I like your hair!" was the first sentence she spoke to me in the entire three years since I started working there. Even outside of work, complete strangers have even come up to me to one several occasions to say how much they loved my haircut. Almost a month has passed, and it still happens sometimes. It's really been quite shocking (in a good way). Thank you Kayla! You did a fantastic job with my hair! I thought having short hair would be traumatizing, but I don't regret it one bit. I'll definitely be back! read more