Refinery Hair & Skin Salon

I don’t trust anyone with my eyebrows but Bora! I have been going to her for years, and she perfects them every time.

Go to Myrna for facials! I’ve been going to her for many years… She’s great! Parking is easy… located in the back lot. Myrna is thorough and uses great skin care products.

Exceptional people. Love this place.

Michelle and Gia are amazing.
I need to start this review with that statement.
I am a man who has been to numerous stylists; I am a discerning customer… I have never felt like my needs were considered and met as well as at «The Refinery.»
This is the only place I will have my hair colored, cut or styled.
Todd

Gia is very nice and does a beautiful job with hair!

False advertising — NOT DEVACHAN TRAINED! I have a lot of curly hair and have been devoted to Devachan curly hair salons for years, so I was thrilled to find Gia through their website as being trained in this specific style of cutting curly hair and willing to do an offsite appointment for my wedding. When i was 2 weeks out from the big day, I arranged for a hair cut and trial updo the day of a friends wedding. She gave me laziest, sloppiest haircut I’ve had in my adult life and the updo was a frizzy mess. I had to run to the devachan salon to arrange for last minute appointment the day of my wedding, then rush home to redo my hair for the wedding that night and schedule another cut to fix the mess she had made of my hair. What a waste of time and money — thank god Devachan was able to move things around and accommodate me after my hair was ruined by Gia. She was not cheap and I feel really burned by the experience.

Okay, Gia really is wonderful.
I am one of those girls who is clueless when it comes to things like makeup, skincare and hair. I’ve never been thrilled after a haircut, but after reading all the Unilocal reviews for The Refinery, thought I’d give it a try. Keep in mind I get my hair «pampered» approx. twice a year. Gia was incredibly kind and sweet and recommended a different approach to color my hair for the ombré look I wanted. She ended up darkening the top and then lightened the ends just a smidge. It looks great! The colors turned out wonderful and I’m so happy Gia was my hair dresser. The building is small, but not cramped and it was fun chatting with her during the hour and a half I was there.
I didn’t realize they were cash only until I was leaving, but Gia trusted that I would come back to pay.
Pretty sure I’ll be back again when my bi-​annual haircut comes around again.
Thanks, Gia! (:

Gia is awesome!!!
I booked an appointment with her the other day to cut my dead fried tips off. I needed a hair cut too but I didn’t know what to get so I asked her opinion and went with it and it looks great!!! Layers with thick bangs! I love it!!!

My friend Nicole from
recommended this place to me when I needed a flat iron. I have long, thick, very very curly hair and could not handle another stylists who was scared when I walked in. The refinery had great service and is a nice relaxing place to get your hair done. Gia took care of me and got my hair the straightest I’ve ever seen it, without frying or damaging it. I will definitely be back here next time I need anything done.

Had to get this out here. I came to the Refinery because they are a Deva Curl approved salon and official retailer. I just dropped by to get some recommendations on what to use to tame the mass of curls I have sprouting from my cranium. They look closed form the Washington side of the street, but I parked in the rear and there was a door wide open and welcoming there. I was immediately drawn to the shelves of Deva products they had. I knew about the many Deva products before but no one could ever explain what product did what and for what types of curl they were suited for. Gia, who was clearly on her lunch break outside was amazing enough to stop eating lunch and explain all of the products and their uses to me. I’m so glad she did. In under 15 minutes she was able to explain what products would be best suited for me AND give me some styling tips as well. I definitely bought Deva products and will be back for a styling session. Yay! Thank you GIa!

CURLY GIRLS TAKE NOTE! I have thick curly hair and have been looking for years for someone to not only cut my hair well but show me how to use great products to make my hair look its best. Michelle is my savior! Her «curly» cut and special method of washing, conditioning and using her great products has completely revolutionized my hair. My hair has NEVER looked better. I am beyond thrilled and cannot recommend her enough.

I’ve been coming to Michelle for years now, and I can’t say enough great things about her! She knows exactly what to do with one’s hair, if it’s cause you want x, y or z specifically, or if it’s something she recommends, she very creative about this, has lots of style at her fingertips.
I’m the former kind of client, and want my hair to be a certain way– we’ve totally perfected my cut over the years, and she remembers how to do it every time. I recently wanted a change in my cut, and after I left the shop, I realized I wanted it even more so. So I went back within the week, and Michelle totally took care of it, really knocking the whole situation into place in 10 mins. I’m really thrilled with the way I look now (and she wouldn’t even take my tip when I insisted!)
Never mind that the prices are extremely reasonable because the Refinery is small, yet versatile. And Michelle is really pleasant and warm, it’s always so great to chat with her.
The Refinery is a great, full-​service salon with a great vibe, and excellent prices. As long as I’m in LA, no will will ever cut my hair other than Michelle!

I love the quaint, private feel of the Refinery. I never really consider going anywhere else for my personal grooming or treat days.
I’ve been going to Myrna for a couple of years. She does AWESOME eyebrows and will even let you squeeze her hands for those oh so lovely waxing days! I’ve had massages and facials which were great, but I think what makes my visits even more enjoyable is the fantastic music she always has playing!!! Anyone I have referred to Myrna has enjoyed their experience as well.

There is only one salon that I will go to and that is the Refinery Hair Salon. I love Michelle who does my hair… wouldn’t trust anyone else!!!
Myrna who does the most amazing massages and facials is who I go to and send alot of people to her!!!
When my birthday rolled around this past May… my friends who know me knew that all I wanted was a Myrna gift certificate… her massages are the best and so relaxing! My life is packed full with activities and I need down time! A massage and/​or a facial by Myrna is exactly what I need to take care of myself!!!

I miss my Robin!
I moved to NYC about six months ago, so it’s too hard to get back to her when I need a touch up. Not only is she skillful and meticulous, she’s a sweetheart with a bright personality. She’s an absolute whiz with color and very talented with the scissors too! She always makes sure you’re comfortable, often refilling your water cup or offering to run to Rainbow Acres for you. She gives great advice and tips on maintenance. To top everything, she’s very reasonably priced! I started going to her 4 years ago on a production assistant’s wage and she only raised her prices one time slightly.
I recently found someone in NY that can match her skill, but it’s still not the same. Do yourself a favor and trust Robin with your hair.

Robin is a great stylist. She gives great hair advice, keeps you entertained if you are there like me for 3 hours getting your hair colored and always does the best job on my hair. I couldn’t go to anyone else!

Been getting my hair cut here for years now. Alex always treats me well and he’s fun to party with.