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Saulino Smith Salon
Saulino Smith Salon

Saulino Smith Salon

Hair salon in Santa Monica, CA

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The salon is in the courtyard of the Pacific Plaza Santa Monica Apartments, on the first floor, so it isn't visible from the street; guests walk into the courtyard to find it. It sits off Ocean Boulevard, about two blocks from the Santa Monica Pier. The salon describes itself as a luxury destination and, in its own words, the best in Santa Monica, offering a premier experience in hair and beauty.

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About

The salon is in the courtyard of the Pacific Plaza Santa Monica Apartments, on the first floor, so it isn't visible from the street; guests walk into the courtyard to find it. It sits off Ocean Boulevard, about two blocks from the Santa Monica Pier. The salon describes itself as a luxury destination and, in its own words, the best in Santa Monica, offering a premier experience in hair and beauty.

Richard Saulino and Hilary Smith are the founders and both work as stylists. The salon says its team has more than 20 years of combined experience in the industry, and each stylist's specialties are listed individually on the team profiles.

Services cover precision haircuts, color, balayage, keratin and other hair treatments, extensions, and bridal styling. Makeup services use Dior, Laura Mercier, NARS Cosmetics and MAKE UP FOR EVER products, and lash extensions are provided by Lilly Lashes by Lilly Ghalichi. Five named facials are also offered.

Booking ahead is recommended to avoid a wait, though walk-ins are welcome when a chair is free. Guests get 90 minutes of complimentary valet parking via the ramp on the side of the building. Tips can be paid in cash or by credit card at checkout.

The salon describes its aim as a premier experience in hair and beauty, with custom color and styles worked out with each client.

Services

Final prices may vary.

Gloss and tone, face frame, root touch-ups, single process color, bleach and tone, balayage and highlights, priced from $60 to $475.

  • Gloss + Tone $60–$110
  • Face Frame $85–$220
  • Root Touch Up $130–$260
  • Single Process Color $130–$260
  • Bleach + Tone $200–$500
  • Balayage $275–$475
  • Highlights $275–$475

Bang trims, barbering, haircuts for women and men, and a hair consultation.

  • Bang Trim $20–$50
  • Barbering $70–$200
  • Haircuts $120–$250
  • Hair Consultation Price at booking

Extension consultations and KeraTip, beaded, sew-in and tape-in installations, priced at consultation.

  • Extension Consultation Price at booking
  • Individuals KeraTip or Beaded Price at booking
  • Sew-In Price at booking
  • Tape-In Price at booking
  • KeraTip | Beaded Price at booking

Five named facial treatments, starting at $155 and up to $295.

  • The Calm Complexion $155
  • Hydration Bloom $175
  • Radiance Reset $175
  • The Velvet Reset $235
  • Detox & Glow Treatment $295

Bridal, engagement and groom glam, soft glam daily makeup, and lash extensions.

  • Bridal Glam Make-Up Price at booking
  • Engagement Glam Make-Up Price at booking
  • Groom Glam Make-Up Price at booking
  • Lash Extensions Price at booking
  • Soft Glam / Daily Make-up Price at booking

Blowdries, hot tool styling with extensions, and special occasion styling and updos.

  • Hot Tools | Extensions $35–$125
  • Blowdry $65–$95
  • Special Occasions / Up-Dos Price at booking

Kerastase, Olaplex, perm, Brazilian Blowout and keratin treatments.

  • Kerastase $35
  • Olaplex $45
  • Perm $250
  • Brazilian Blowout $300
  • Keratin $300

Photos

  • Salon reception area with product shelves and lounge chairs
  • Salon floor with black styling chairs and mirrors
  • Long wavy balayage on model in black tank
  • Soft blonde waves with highlights against white wall
  • Shoulder-length lob with beachy blonde waves
  • Long caramel balayage waves in blue top
  • Long brown waves with warm highlights, back view
  • Blonde balayage waves, back view in salon
  • Long ombre waves fading brown to blonde outdoors
  • Platinum blonde long waves, back view in salon
  • Blonde highlighted waves with plant backdrop
  • Back view of long blonde layered hair with soft face-framing pieces

Meet the team

Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.saulinosmithsalon.com (opens in a new tab)

Highlights
  • Keratin, Brazilian Blowout, Kerastase, Olaplex and perm treatments
  • Extensions in KeraTip, beaded, sew-in and tape-in styles, with consultations
  • Makeup products from Dior, Laura Mercier, NARS and MAKE UP FOR EVER
  • Five named facial treatments
  • Complimentary 90-minute valet parking for guests
  • Cancellations need 24 hours notice to avoid a 50% charge
Good for
  • Balayage and color clients
  • Hair extension clients
  • Bridal parties and brides
  • Special occasion updos
  • Walk-ins when available
  • Men's cuts and barbering
Treats
  • Hair color changes
  • Lightening and toning
  • Hair length and fullness with extensions
  • Bridal styling
  • Lash extensions
  • Facial care
Techniques
  • Balayage
  • Highlights
  • Bleach and toner
  • Gloss and toner
  • Single process color
  • Keratin treatment
  • Brazilian Blowout
  • Perm
  • Kerastase treatment
  • Olaplex treatment

Products & treatments

  • Kerastase
  • Olaplex
  • Dior
  • Laura Mercier
  • NARS Cosmetics
  • MAKE UP FOR EVER
  • Lilly Lashes by Lilly Ghalichi

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