The Hairmonstr Salon - Alameda (CA)

5 /5 Karen Wells: Amazing experience! Highly educated about color and cut!! And the hot towel with the shampoo is to die for. Her studio is private and comfortable with snacks and refreshments. Love the location too, easy to park.

5 /5 Pat Oungpasuk: Ive followed Collette across four salons. When I say shes the best - trust. Shes not only a master colorist and so great with coaxing my frizzy mane into a shape that works well for what I need, but shes also just a delight to hang with. Collette really treats your hair like a canvas and project, so she makes sure you are okay with all parts of the process first. She listens to your needs, offers recommendations based on your hair goals, talks through and answers any and all questions before starting, and is very upfront about what is possible and what isnt. She also takes feedback well - Ill tell her how a haircut grew out and how I want it shaped, and shell take that feedback and improve on it. Ive been going to Collette for years. Ive stopped coming in with inspo pics and just roughly tell her what I want and she goes to town (at times I go in with no clue what I want and just trust her capable hands and vision). I am always thrilled with the results. If you want someone who really knows hair to make you look and feel your best, run dont walk to book with Collette!

5 /5 Gary Wells: Collette does a great job of asking questions before beginning her artistry. She is attentive and provides a very positive experience in a luxurious setting. Highly recommend her!

5 /5 Jill Stracko: Colette has absolutely saved my hair. I went from super-fried, bleached blond to a healthy, stylish haircut. I think what I appreciate her for most is the partnership in helping me understand what will be best for my hair’s health over time, along with my goals for style. She is great at explaining different options, what might be easier to maintain vs what might take more effort (and how to achieve it), and so much more. It’s been a game changer for me, and I’ve never felt more seen or heard!

5 /5 Kim Bailey: Excellent, Excellent, Excellent! A fantastic experience all around. Collette is talented, thoughtful, creative and she made me feel so comfortable and welcome! She truly understands how to work with different hair textures and was able to give me exactly what I was looking for. I will definitely be back!