The Best 20 Hair Salons in Novato, Marin (part 2)

Rachel Dougherty Manny is the best! He is so kind and patient with my son. He is such a wonderful person. My 3 year old absolutely adores him. He has been cutting my sons hair since he was an infant. His shop is beautiful and located conveniently in the same shopping center as Harvest Market and Starbucks. He also has another barber in the shop if he is not available. My son always has a perfect fade when we leave. We would not go anywhere else.

Zachary Oliver I get my hair cut by Mrs. Henedi Gurrola. She always does a fantastic job. Gives a tight fade, clean fade, is easy to talk to, and will get you out the door in 15min. Highly recommend.

Michael BoSniak Just moved to Novato CA from Long Island New York. Finding a good barber is more difficult than starting with a new family doctor or dentist. I was fortunate to find Manny from reviews like this on Yelp and Google. Manny is “old school” and was exactly what I was looking for. He listened to what I wanted, made suggestions, and gave me a great cut. Highly recommended!

Tyler S 10/10 Recommend! I just moved to the area and I was struggling to find a good barber, but found an incredible one at Manny G’s! Manny & Henedi were very friendly, conversational and welcoming, and Henedi did a phenomenal job! If you’re in need of a great shop, look no more!

Mo Bukhari I was visiting from Austin and was looking for a barber to do a bread trim. I arrived at Manny G’s door, which was closed. From the parking lot, I heard someone ask if I had an appointment, and I said no. Kelli told me she has an appointment this morning, but I can squeeze you in. So awesome! The moment you walk in, you know you’re in a real deal barber shop. She got me taken care of and looking great. If I lived in the area, this would be my go-to barber. Thank you, Kelli. It was great chatting with you.

Constance Scaglione Chioma was my hairdresser and I was very very pleased at how she cut & styled my hair. This young lady is an asset to your business. She was also able to color my hair using my product. I think what impressed me the most was her thoughtfulness knowing I had a certain budget limit. I am looking forward to making another appointment in the near future. Thank you. Sincerely Connie

Aaron Bedolla Best hair cut ever. Thank you Angie. Super fun atmosphere....if you need a haircut this place is amazing!

Marie Simms Chioma conditioned my hair today I highly recommend her she is professional and she is the best stylist I always look forward to having her do my hair

Mia Cantrell Cooper I got my hair washed along with a deep condition after having my hair braided for 2 1/2 months. Chioma blow dryed and flat ironed my hair and it was like silk when I left. Not only is she a good stylist, shes friendly, has a beautiful personality and nice smile.

Vivian Timmins Today was my first visit to Shampoohs and Im hooked. "Pooh" gave my neglected hair new life and it feels so good. While there I found they have other services beside hair and nails. Im going to get eyelash extensions next. Im very happy with the experience I had there and the results. Lots of parking also.

Linda Munoz Nina is the best!! Always on time and has such a wonderful touch!

Mia Salvini This salon is amazing! Nina and Brooke are phenomenal. Both have a very good eye when it comes to what will look amazing on you - my color looks so natural! Brooke takes pride in her work and you can tell! Loved my visit.

Katherine J. Higgins Nina brought my over processed hair back to life! Wonderful color and great haircut! She listens and asks questions and the result is magic! Highly recommend!

Mariah Bevard I am very weary when it comes to hair cuts and Brooke made me feel super comfortable. I have very long wavy/curly hair down to my butt and she did a great job cutting off only what I asked for and no more! Doesnt hurt that the salon itself is beautiful and welcoming too ✨

Katie Myers Nina gave me the best haircut Ive had in a long time! Very professional, sanitary, and an amazing building space. Loved it!

Marianne Anderson The number one best place in Marin County for professional hair service. It doesnt get any better than L Paradis!

Mary OBrien Beautiful salon, conviniently located with free parking. Followed my wonderful and gifted hairstylist Erica here.

Shannon Vogel I highly recommend Ashley Hiatt for color and styling! She does a fantastic job of listening to what you want and will exceed your expectations!

Justin Rye I have been looking for a good men’s haircut in Novato for over a year and got my haircut with Kendra yesterday. This will definitely be my go-to for haircuts from now on! Great conversation and a great haircut!

Mo Rowland Love this place. Kendra is the best! Her prices are extremely reasonable and she consistently gives me the best cut and style.

Robert Zarren Kendra is sweet and very skilled at cutting my hair. I definitely recommend her for your future hair cutting needs.

Alexandria Reynolds Kendra immediately saw how to make the most subtle update to my imperceptible highlights. Covered the slight grey, slightly lightened, enriched lowlights, super shiny and natural. True artist and a real people. Comfortable environment. Reasonable price. Two years and a few services later, her talent with cut and color only grows. Im picky ( who isnt about their hair?) and she might be the best stylist Ive ever had. I get a lot of compliments on my haircut style. Thanks Kendra!

Johann Digiorgio Met Kendra for the first time today! She gives a great haircut, we conversed and I told her already that I am looking forward to my next haircut in four weeks. Great place, I highly recommend it....and her! :-)

Ryan Mathews Was able to take a walk in, and before I even told him what I wanted he knew what kind of hair I had and how it should be cut... not a bad thing to me, as Ive had a lot of haircuts in the past where they could not figure it out. Al was super friendly; I look forward to returning.

Myles Beeson one star for walk in ish convenience. had to wait to see if an appointment showed up. worst 30 dollar haircut I ever got. 3 on top, she didnt want to do a fade to 1 so tried a 2 and failed.

Linda Moody Excellent service on short notice! Jazmyne is a delight - professional, talented and friendly. All that with excellent prices. Ill be back.

Brooks Harrison Dont let the decor fool you, all of the stylists are very experienced and professional. I will be returning as long as Im in town!

Kristin Kidder Kidder Jazyman was great! Very, very nice person. I would highly recommend her to anyone that needs a hair dresser.

Stacey Earl Darby is amazing at cut and color. She listens and incorporates fresh ideas. Youll walk out with hair that you love every time!

M007 My stylist was Hannah Musser and I had a very positive experience. The hair cut was great and she was very kind and nice to talk to. I will definitely be coming back.

Jamie Jensen Such a good experience. The Salon is super clean, and I absolutely love Hannahs coloring skills. All the gals are up to date with the newest latest hair techniques. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone that wanted a good cut or color. Hannah is also is a barber, so some of the men in our family go to her specifically for that. I cant say enough good things about this place, as soon as you walk in you will instantly feel the all around good vibes.

Deena Blas Really disappointed in trying to get my hair done with Mia Robertson. I went to her initially and to her credit, did a great job. Rescheduled a follow-up and was told by Mia she couldnt do my hair but could have one of her other stylists. That person did a mediocre job. I was trying to get an A-line cut and although I asked her several times that I wanted more of a slant, it still looked like a bob gone awry. Gave up and went home and had my daughter fixed it. Took my business to Dukes and Dolls in Petaluma. They are excellent but difficult to get in quickly. On a whim decided to give Robertson Roe another shot. I wanted a cut and color and wildly enough was able to get in with Mia. But apparently they could only do the cut and so instead of just keeping my appt, they cancelled the whole thing. Yes, they did try to call me and left a voicemail but I wasnt expecting a call and dont listen to voicemails in this day and age of solicitation calls. They sent me one text, the day they cancelled. Called to ask what the deal was to which I was told by Mia that she couldnt get me in until 3 weeks out but of course I can see one of her other stylists. I dont recommend this business because their communication is terrible and it seems to be a bait and switch using Mia to pull in clientele and then pass off to her other stylists that are not very good.

Regan Overholt Mia is absolutely amazing! Ive never been disappointed by her coloring and cut skills and completely trust her. I should; I drive 90 minutes and have been for 30+ years!!!

Christine lasus Samantha at Avenue Salon is the only person I go to. I followed her from San Rafael years and years ago. She does everything perfectly from cuts to color. My highest recommendation.

Samala Bernier I called asking availability same day and there was none, but I was not asked if I want to schedule for another day or any other customer service friendly questions. I felt as if I was bothering them by calling.

Charles R. Onorato Great service.. Parking a problem depending on time of day..

Brian Bjork Went here for the first time and was better than expected. Good prices, quick service and good haircut. I would recommend you give this place a try.

Stephanie Yee I brought my 22 month son to get a haircut here and they were really great. It was his first haircut so they let him settle in (he wasnt sure what was going on) and gave him a hip clean haircut for $25! Nice people who work there.

Makayla Wells First time attending this salon honestly at first I was skeptical since there is two main hair dressers and they get busy. the lady that did my hair was pleasant and over all nice had a great attitude the salon itself was a great setting and atmosphere. She really took her time charged me $290 for almost 4 hours of service and I’m truly in love with my results will be getting my hair dyed with her from now on. While my toner was setting she gave me gummy bears and water which was very nice because I was getting hangry lol. She did a deep mask and a trim and styled my hair. thank you guys I love my hair

Dana Fox Really great cut. Charlie was an artist! Will be back!!

Joaquin Sosa Great place been going for a year and anyone that is there is talented always cutting my hair great only place in Novato that has cut my hair perfect

Jc Mendoza I recommend this salon theyre extremely good at all Lupe and Glendy are very professional s

Liz Castro Walked in and, while the establishment is humble, the hairdressers are professionals and do a great job. Very affordable; like, undeservedly so. Dont sleep on this place!

Stephanie Diaz Very lovely lady, she was super calm and patient with my daughter. Highly recommend getting cuts even hair dyes there(:

Ryan McEvoy Calling in to schedule a next-day appointment was easy. The place was very clean and comfortable. I will certainly be returning here for future haircuts.

Amanda Moss My son loves this salon! I called for a walk-in and was in and out with 25 mins or so, we will definitely be returning

Cristina Godinez My hair stylist, Martha and Susana, make you feel welcomed and have nice conversations with you. My hair always turns out frizzy after a blow dry but here it did not at all and was silky and soft.The hair wash is so relaxing and refreshing. They make sure they make your hair the way you want it and suggest other ways you would like it(i.e ask for layers).

Ellen Segale Martha Lua has been my stylist for more than 10 years. The pictures I posted of my peacock colored hair are recent (Spring & Summer 2019) and did NOT require prior bleaching before she added these colors. These are permanent colors (chlorine is not a friend and will strip) and the colors stay vibrant and bold for quite some time. This salon isnt the typical noisy, crowded and full of gossip salon. Mani, pedi, color specialists. Plenty of free parking. FYI.... MANE LOUNGE SALON is the new name, with a new owner. Same terrific styists!

Teri Hayes Greatest place to relax and get beautified!! Tiffany is simply the best always listens to requests, as I sat there I heard her other customer say "do what u want I trust you!" I say that too! Im always pleased after I visit Tiffany, she is truly amazing!

Barbara Johnstone I called to make an appointment and told the person who answered that I had not been to a salon in over 20 years. She said "I have the perfect person for you" and made me an appointment to see Tiffany the same day! I went in and told her to do what she thought was best, I just said I wanted my hair lighter and that was all. We had such a nice conversation as she highlighted and cut my hair, I found out we have a lot in common which is a bonus! I have to say I am thrilled with what she did. Everyone I see is like "wow your hair is so cute"! I feel like a new person. I can now say I have a hairdresser! Thank you Tiffany, you ROCK!

Marie Krick Sonja was great! Friendly, attentive, and checked in a lot of times during my hair cut to make sure I was getting what I wanted. The salon itself is a relaxing, clean evironment. I’ll be returning. Thank you, Sonja!

Nargess Lonero I came in for a simple blow out and style which could not be handled or done appropriately. I was told the stylist could do a blow out. I left with my hair looking worse than when i walked in. Do not recommend.

Paul Swank Song has been cutting my hair since I left the Military back in 1995. At that time I still wore a Flat top and was Surprised at how much better his Flattop was, compared to the one I got on Post at the Barber. Nearly thirty years later and a few Hairstyles too, I still make my way in to see him and look forward to knowing, that I will be Happy and pleased with his talent and attention to detail. Thank you Song!

Alex Brown Im writing this review because my barber, Andy recently moved to Hair 101 from Best Hair in Novato. He has been giving me great haircuts for about three years now and I have always been happy with the results. I am very loyal to my barbers so when I find a good one they become my person. If youre looking for a barber who takes his time and pays attention to detail then Andy is your guy. Give him a try and you wont regret it.

Brandon Just got a cut from Andy after hearing from him from other reviewers on here and yelp. Exceptional attention to detail and the cleanest of fades. Very professional and welcoming as well, overall great barber!

Elaine Zhou Fang always does an amazing job on cutting, coloring, and styling my frizzy hair. Song and Fang and both very knowledgeable and they work hard to ensure that customers are satisfied with their experience.

Alison Nelson Ive been a customer since Angelic Hair Design opened and a customer of Marthas even before that. Martha is wonderful. I am always pleased with the results. Plus, they are very affordable.

Ann Allen Martha is a gifted colorist. She’s been my hairdresser for over 5 years and I am always pleased with the results. She also is skilled at Keratin treatment. I highly recommend her!

Hannah Dye Martha is great! She’s been doing my hair for 5 years and always does a fabulous job. She takes her time with the highlights, cut, and style; making sure everything is exactly right. It is easy to book an appointment and the pricing is consistently fair. The salon is clean and nicely decorated. Cash only. Highly recommend.

Erica Campos Marta is amazing! I’ve been getting my hair cut, colored/highlighted and keratin treatments for years from her. My mother and sister go to her as well and we all love her work every time. She takes great care and is very detail-oriented. She’s very responsive in booking appointments and I never feel rushed. Her blowouts at the end are absolutely the best. I always leave feeling like a million bucks!

Magnolia Orleans Angelica’s skills are amazing! A friend recommended her, and I am very impressed. My hair is a bit difficult, and I wasn’t sure what I wanted, but I got an very flattering style, after putting myself in her capable hands. In addition to a cut, I got some highlights, which help blend the grey that is sprouting up! She was also able to match some previous highlights. The whole look is complementary to my face, is functional, fun, and was just what I wanted (but didn’t know!). I’m looking forward to more creative styles with Angelica.

Faith W I was hesitant to get my haircut with someone new as I have really thick curly hair. Angela took her time with my hair and did a great job! She made sure I was comfortable with everything we were doing before jumping ahead, her chair side manner is great. She makes this a fun and welcoming space for everyone! She used innersense product line and did some detox and deep conditioning treatments. My curls definitely looked more defined leaving her salon. Overall, my hair came out great and still felt happy and healthy following the appointment.

Kiersten Hill The moment I walked into Angela’s Salon, I felt an amazing peace come over me. She has created a space for self-care unlike any I have experienced before. She clearly cares about people and her community, and the service she provides is above and beyond. Not only will you leave her salon with refreshed hair, your soul will also feel renewed, nurtured and empowered. She’s amazing!

Greer Pohl I booked with Angela Rose, and she was amazing! Very kind, and made my hair look gorgeous. The salon is also really nice. It was a lovely experience, and Ill be going back for my next haircut and highlight.

jennifer aune I am a longtime client of Angelas( 5 years +) and as such, have come to know both her and her work intimately. Angela has a special gift for styling, coloring and cutting hair. I trust her implicitly beause she not only does an extraordinary job with my hair every time but she also truly cares about her clients, listening keenly to what your desires are for your hair. Then, she more than delivers! I get compliments frequently about the color and shine in my hair; that is all due to Angela. She goes the etra mile every time , adding in an extra treatment as part of her all inclusive service. You always get extra value with Angela Rose. Im confident you will just love Angela and of course, your beautiful hair! Tahnk you, Angela, Jennifer Aune

Nickie Rolle-Chu Angela is amazing! I started going to her several years ago and she immediately made me feel welcome and connected. She takes her time and pays attention to quality for every cut, and I’m excited to be able to continue to bring her my business now that she has opened her own salon!

joan cortney My grandchildren love Snipz. There is always something special they will do with their hair. Sometimes it is a braid with ribbon entwined, sometimes its a touch of color!

Whitney Pacheco This place is fabulous! My son had his very first haircut with Ann Marie this week and I was extra nervous that he would have a toddler meltdown and that we would need to reschedule, especially since we were planning using clippers on the back and sides which can definitely be scary to a child who hasn’t experienced them. Ann Marie saw that my son was playing comfortably at their toy table so she brought her tools over to him and did his hair cut while he played with toys and watched shows on the tablet she provided. She had a great game plan of starting off with a bigger guard to get it done fast (in case he tapped out, so we would at least get something done) and then when he tolerated that she moved on to a shorter/cleaner look. She also gave me great tips on hair care for my daughter who is autistic and has very curly hair that is hard to manage with her sensory sensitivities. She took an adorable picture of my son and gave us a certificate and a lock of his hair as a keepsake, all for a very reasonable price. I definitely recommend Snipz Novato for your child’s first hair cut!!

Leslye Juarez My daughter was in dire need of a haircut, and I couldnt recall my stylists name, but I knew she was bilingual in Spanish. The magic touch she had was evident as my baby stayed still, engrossed in the iPad videos she provided. To top it off, she gave her a fantastic blowout and added a touch of pink sparkle to her hair. thank you for working with me and changing my time ! ❤️

Cristina Perotti Tracy is so kind and humorous and brilliant with kids; she is also the only person that can manage my son’s 6 cowlicks!

Anka Bayar I recently took my son to Snipz in Novato, and I couldnt be happier with the experience. Hannah is great! She is not only listened attentively to what I wanted but also executed it flawlessly. The mohawk she gave my son is not only the coolest one hes ever had but also precisely what I envisioned. The atmosphere was child-friendly, making the entire haircutting process enjoyable for my son. I highly recommend this place for parents seeking a skilled and creative team that delivers fantastic results.

Susan Montana KT is the best! She makes sure that she meets the requests of her clients and is talented, skillful, and very consciencious with her work.! Im always pleased!

Alex W Kitima is such a great hairstylist. She can cut any style and is very affordable. Her salon is clean, large and very private. You don’t have to worry about other customers looking over your shoulder. She has a tv, hot towel and large selection of hair products. The best in Marin.

C D (Danny) Board Certified Cosmetologist. Ample Parking. Right Next to Don Johnsons Pool and Spa Center.

Stephanie A. Miller Best Hair Stylist is Sonja Walker, perfect cut and color too! Been going to her for over 10 years, very reliable and kind too.

Linda B. The owner Leza is a wonderful hair expert. I get tons of compliments since I found her! Nice people, great atmosphere.

Gina Brekhus I was unable to have my appointment because business is not accessible to wheelchair users.!

Paula Schenck Great haircut...I recomend

Mia Wise Worst barber shop, customer service and the price... THEY ARE RIDICULOUSLY OVER PRICED, 50$ for a mans haircut? This place is awful. Great clips haircut for Hollywood prices?! My boyfriend looks terrible. No chance he asked for his hair cut so badly.. Its been almost 2 months and no one has tried to refund him or call. He wears a hat daily. Hes out 60$ for a haircut that looks like Helen Keller herself did it.

Jeffrey Eggink I want my money back AND THEY REFUSE ME?!?! Some worthless kid made a joke out of my head of hair(7 inches to 2?) !! NO WHERE CLOSE to the pictures i showed them/talked to them about. Only thing that was impressive was that they charge almost double anywhere else i have ever gone FOR A GOOD HAIRCUT. (I like good haircuts) 50$+ tip would be fine for an AMAZING haircut/beard trim but for 1 bad supercuts style haircut.. After sitting 40+ minutes past my appointment?!! Sheesh! Maybe a beer or an apology for me while i wait? im sitting for 40 minutes waiting for the appointment i made wouldve been nice? Anyway 50$+tip was not worth waiting 40+ minutes past my appt time and.. Getting a REALLY BAD haircut? Sorry, i dont even write reviews on this type of stuff but im angry af. My friends laughed at me, so did my family. FAST SERVICE AND BETTER HAIRCUTS AT HALF THE PRICE ANYWHERE ELSE!!

Saul Good These dudes give great haircuts, however they charge way to much. Believe it or not I got a better hair cut at another spot for 23 bucks. I guess what bothered me was a basic clean up for 50 bucks? However the cut before was a full cut and I was charged less....40. No worries. NEXT!

Nordia Rodriguez Best barber shop I have ever been to. Great atmosphere, Irvin makes u feel like if you were their customers for years, I will continue to keep going. I highly recommend this place.

Ryan G Started going here a couple months ago and wont go anywhere else. Great shop, super nice guys and they do a great job and take care of me everytime. Best barber in Novato!!!

Jason Edmiston The place is very nice, however I did get one of the worst haircuts I’ve ever had. The lady that cut my hair was definitely in a rush and wanted to leave as I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. I asked for a .5 on the sides and when I left and got home I noticed how uneven it was across and around my head, with a patch completely missed. The top was cut by clippers with a large guard and it was uneven. She was very sweet but definitely seemed like she didn’t want to be there. I don’t see myself getting another haircut there.

Dodie E What an inviting place full of history! Malalai cut my hair and did such a great job (and so fast) that I am thrilled! She cares for her clients and listens to your requests. The shop is a delight with a singing canary named Ringo and original barber stations with pictures of past haircuts from the 60s! Oh and for those seasoned customers, a Burma Shave sign posted on the walls. Full of charm and caring people.

Yolonda Miller It was my first time getting a haircut from Malalai. Im over the moon in love with it. She listened and knew exactly what to do. Her personality is warm and professional. Im happy that I can go downtown Novato and get a chic haircut, which I have been looking for for a long time. Thank you so much. Best, Michelle

Jonah Mehler Easily the worst “haircut” I’ve ever gotten. Made me change my appointment to half an hour earlier than scheduled so that my haircutter could make her train home, which I was happy to do. However she rushed my haircut to the point where she just ran my entire head over with a razor and cut like two hairs, AND she made me check when her train was leaving mid cut. The whole fiasco took less than ten minutes, and she literally mowed down my hair without any stylistic changes, even after I told her simple instructions about how wanted it a little longer on the top. Should be a crime to call it a haircut, my 5 year old cousin with garden shears could have done better. Please, for your hair’s sake, never go here.

George Sonoro I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service I received at Petes Barbershop, particularly from the talented and compassionate barber, Malalai who helped me get the cut I was looking for a day before my graduation. After difficulty securing an appointment and a less-than-satisfied experience at another barbershop leaving my hair in disarray just a day before my graduation, I was feeling utterly defeated. However, I was lucky enough to pass by Petes Barbershop, and Malalai turned my entire experience around. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and understood. Malalai listened attentively to my concerns and worked to correct the unevenness and imperfections left by my previous haircut just a few minutes before. Her expertise and attention to detail were evident in every precise snip and careful adjustment she made. The genuine care that Malalai showcased was unique and much appreciated. Despite the time constraints and my previous disappointing experience elsewhere, Malalai went above and beyond to ensure I left completely satisfied. Her professionalism, skill, and kindness made what could have been a stressful graduation into a memorable and positive one. Thanks to Malalais expertise and the welcoming atmosphere of Petes Barbershop, I left feeling confident and ready for my graduation. Without a doubt, Petes Barbershop has earned my loyalty, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone in need of a top-notch haircut and exceptional service. Thank you, Malalai, for your incredible talent and for saving the day!

Nadeen Hamzeh Very bad experience with hair styling and color. Ramona did what she wanted without listening to me and chose a mix of colors when asked to do a dark brown color. She insists to finish the job even when the client seems unhappy and asks her to stop.

Steve Ramsey Its hard to review Salon Decadence as an establishment alone, because its more about the individual stylists. The place itself is fine...it has all the salon things you would expect in a salon and all the stylists Ive observed seem to have a loyal and happy clientele. I dont think the salon gets a lot of walk-in traffic, despite its central Novato location. Probably could use a more prominent sign. My personal experience is having Linh as my hair stylist for many years. Shes fantastic and cuts, colors, and styles my hair perfectly every four weeks. She has a loyal following and always has room for more. Ask for Linh!

Lexy Thompson Shari gave me a haircut and I love it! She checked it over multiple times to make sure everything was even and has an eye for detail. Would highly recommend her.

Christie Swedbergh Disappointed. Drove 35 min to get there then sat 25 min to find they lost my appointment. Owner basically blamed me for not getting the name of the person on the phone or hairstylist.

A’sHat SelfieStick Linh was great last time I saw her.