Paul Jean Hair Salon

A cut with Paul Jean is a vacay treat! We live in Sacramento but when we visit Beverly Hills it’s on my to do list. His cuts are unlike any I can find elsewhere. There are subtle differences that make a huge impact on how my hair looks, feels and styles. Too bad I can’t convince him to move! 5 stars are not enough. He is a true professional who helps you look and feel beautiful.

There are no words.
But this is a review, so I suppose I must try to summon them. Paul Jean gave me the most amazing hair I ever could have imagined, mostly by working with its own natural characteristics: growing out my old color, using gentler color, working with my waves and natural hair movement. I know a lot of stylists are good at thinking about how hair complements one’s face, but Paul Jean goes so much deeper, taking into account face shape, eyebrow shape, smile, height, how your hair looks in sunlight versus indoors (love that garden!) and, heck, even what you do for a living. The whole team is amazing: Fabian, Shelby, Jennifer. The first appointment was a little intimidating, and it took me a day or two to adjust to the cut, but he was right. Every time he’s been right! He can be a little full of himself, but he’s French, so it’s to be expected. ;) And did I mention he’s always right? He even gave my elderly mother a radical new haircut, which terrified her for the first few hours. And now to this day, two years later, she still can’t stop talking about it, and has been desperate ever since to find someone in Miami who can re-​create it! It seriously made her look 10 years younger.
As for the overall experience and team: know that Paul Jean is also well-​read and cultured, and thus a fantastic conversationalist. I say this because as you ladies know, hair appointments are a huge time commitment, and I can only read so much goddamn People magazine in a salon before my brain melts from boredom. Fabian is a gentle soul who balances out Paul Jean’s exuberance, but with great skill of his own. And Jennifer… Jennifer transformed my blow-​drying and make-​up techniques, for which I am eternally grateful. I say all this because Paul Jean’s salon is a unique experience, and for my all-​too-​brief year in West Hollywood, they were like a little family.

This place is very special and Paul Jean’s the man. He works with you to discuss the best direction to take your hair in, which was my favorite part, because I feel like a professional knows more hairstyles and knows what will work best to compliment your facial features than I do, simply because I rarely experiment or endeavor into the world of hair styling. However, it was a collaborative process, with him simply bouncing ideas off of my current style and liking. For $ 100 you basically get 2 haircuts because of the free touch up, so it’s worth every penny and then some.

I feel like a million bucks! Paul Jean is everything you want in a hair stylist and more. So much knowledge of the hair and of his craft. For him it is clearly a passion and something he loves to do and to share! I will be going back for my free touch up and more in the feature. I honestly could not think of one bad thing to say about the whole experience, even the espresso he made me was amazing! ¹⁰⁄₅ stars!

Quintessential professionals in a lovely private space. Perfect color and cut every time.

I travel to Paul Jean’s salon from Fort Lauderdale every two months for my highlights. In a short period of time, my hair transformed into healthier hair and a much more natural blonde. I will not let any other stylist/​colorist touch my hair again. Paul Jean, Fabian, and their staff are exceptionally welcoming. Throughout my appointment, they are attentive to the last detail, including placing money in the parking meter. Schedule a visit, and you won’t regret it.

I’m completely horrified and surprised to see so many 5 star reviews. Paul Jean gave me the worst haircut of my life in March and I haven’t felt good about how I look since. He was recommended to me by a good friend. I left hysterically crying (a first for me). Without a discussion he cut almost 12 inches off the back of my shoulder length hair giving me what my friends call «bangs in the back». He gave me such a dated, hideous haircut that I can’t understand how he could be so out of touch with what is stylish and cool. He gave me a haircut from the original Beverly Hills 90 210. Think 90’s Meg Ryan. I cried everyday for three months until I could pull the mullet into a ponytail. I didn’t ask for a drastic haircut but Paul Jean is very cocky and arrogant (charming at first) that he felt like he knew what was best for me and my look. I started freaking out in the chair and he kept cutting. I am an attractive woman in my 30s and I work in fashion — and I have the WORST haircut I have ever seen. Five months in it is still almost not enough for a real hairstylist to work with — everyone tells me I have to keep letting it grow until it can be FIXED. I take biotin and viviscal but that can only do so much. Don’t trust this man. Five months in and I still don’t recognize myself.
See below for the letter I wrote after the cut, to which I got no response:
Paul Jean —
I want to tell you that I have been completely devastated by the haircut I got on Friday. I have not stopped crying since I left your salon.
I want you to know that this was not what I had asked for — a 90’s layered cut that resembles bangs all around my head. I didn’t come in for a drastic cut, and you should never have given me one without my asking for it. You don’t know me. We didn’t discuss it. I thought I was going to walk out feeling like the best version of myself. Instead, I am reduced to a pile of rubble, crying everytime I see my reflection. I came in with the same confidence I have prided myself on for my whole life and left feeling like utter shit. I have now consulted 3 hairstylists, all of whom have cried along with me, trying to help me to see the humor of being a stylish fashion designer with the perfect haircut from 1994. Shame on you for giving me a drastic look that is so completely out of touch with what is stylish and cool this decade. I look like Meg Ryan in a 1990s rom com or a character from 90 210. Everyone who has seen it has been horrified. I have worn it slicked back into a sad stumpy ponytail everyday since Friday, panicked about my next 6 months of painful regrowth. I am horrified that a stylist with a Robertson address and a training history like yours could think that this haircut is acceptable, let alone stylish. You have robbed me of my self-​confidence, and my beauty. I don’t want to leave the house, let alone go to work pretending to be an arbiter of style with this hideous cut.
I understand that there is nothing you can do about it, but you should know that it is a terrible thing to do to someone who hasn’t requested such a drastic and completely irrelevant look. I am meeting a stylist friend tomorrow to try falls and extensions, which will probably not be helpful considering the short layers all around my crown. I can’t even wear a hat since the layers are so short. There is nothing remotely modern about the cut I now have and I have to live with it for many months. Probably a year. I have never felt so insecure about the way I look. You did this to me, and I wanted to tell you.
I found you charming at first, but now I know that you’re an egotist who does what he wants without the input from his client. I told you how uncomfortable I was as you snipped huge undiscussed chunks away and you kept cutting. And I can tell you that NOBODY would be happy with what you did to me. You gave me the perfect cut from 1994. If you think that is an appropriate cut to charge $ 300 for in 2015, you should not be allowed to do your job.
I know that my hair will grow and with time I will regain my confidence, but in the meantime, shame on you for taking it all away from me with your overly aggressive and cocky snipping and complete disregard that I was going to have to wear your creative disaster, not you. I will forever be fearful of getting my hair cut, and I hope you never do this to anyone else again.

I was just walking by Roberston and I found this place. Walked in, made an appointment, and started doing research on this low-​key salon. Woah — 5 stars. But I had my concerns — can Paul Jean deal with Asian hair? I have only had my hair cut by Asian stylists, no matter where I lived — in Washington D.C., New York, China, Hong Kong. I even went to Tokyo for a hair cut — crazy right?
I have the finest hair you could possible imagine. I was also losing a lot of them. I just don’t know what is going on with my hair. Paul started the cut with a non-​residue shampoo wash and explained to me how heavy my hair is carrying all the conditioners etc. and etc. He taught me how to manage my hair on a daily basis even before the hair cut. It was a nice consultation session first.
Let’s talk about the cut! It was simple, elegant, and exactly complemented my face and my style. I walked out feeling refreshed, and I think I looked better. Had so many compliments that day. Also, I looked fabulous on my wedding day.
As many people said, if you picked the right stylist, you may need fewer visits/​cuts. I will only need to see him every six months. Bangs trim is free, so I am about to call the shop to schedule a trim. Feeling so excited to see Paul Jean again. My first non-​Asian hair dresser. :-)

Coming here was the best decision I’ve ever made. Thank you Paul Jean, and Fabian and the assistants! I’ve never had such beautiful hair. After trying to balyage my own hair (don’t ask why! And don’t ever listen to YouTube videos about doing hair color yourself!) I ended up with a sad grey green and orange mop on my head. I couldn’t get an appointment anywhere and finally called Paul Jean, assuming the place would be so upscale they wouldn’t be able to fit me in. Instead, on the phone they were so nice and told me to stop by right away to see if they could help. I went in– super embarrassed — but Paul Jean was so kind and friendly ! They let me come back the next day and with in less than two hours I have the hair I’ve wanted my entire life. So maybe my self inflicted mistake was a blessing in disguise! I recommend them so much that this is the first review I’ve ever written on Unilocal!merci!!!

It is really very simple: this salon provides a drastically superior experience to other salons. Excellent color — very natural beachy blonds being the specialty here, fantastics cuts and PHENOMENAL customer service. Paul Jean and his crew are amazing!

Best hair dresser I had in my life he actually make me feel like a movie star and on top of it he is a sailors so that was perfect! Merci et a bientot

Paul Jean is truly an artist. If you’re looking for an expert to reveal the best version of you, look no further.
When I first met Paul Jean and his team, I was generally dissatisfied with my hair. I was never happy with the cut, I hated my natural color, and my hair was the epitome of ‘lifeless’… Then Paul Jean transformed my hair! He helped me transition back to my natural color, and he recommended a new beauty regimen. Not only do I use fewer products, but he consistently cuts my hair to stay beautiful as it grows out. I constantly get stopped at parties by other hair stylists who can’t help but admire his work. I love feeling like my best self! Thank you Paul Jean!!!

I stepped into Paul Jean’s hair salon with my boring and dump hair style which was done by the previous hair stylist 3 weeks ago, but ended up by a flawless looking after the haircut by Paul Jean !!!
Isn’t that amazing!!!
I live in New York City and my family is moving to Los Angeles in few months, Paul Jean will always be my hair stylist in LA! I am so happy that I have tried his wonderful service during my vacation in LA this time.
Paul Jean is Worth every penny!!!

Paul Jean and Fabian are true experts. I see Paul Jean for cuts and Fabian for color and they are a dream team. I think finding a great hair stylist is always tough — it feels like such a process of trial + error. Luckily I found Paul Jean’s salon and couldn’t be happier.
Paul Jean’s cuts are flawless. Before cutting your hair he’ll spend time talking to you about what you want and what will work. He is meticulous — I have very thick hair and he’s able to shape + cut it without thinning it out too much. I can’t say enough about the care he takes to make sure it looks beautiful. Best of all, he’ll teach you tricks on how to blow dry and style it, so it’s easy to look great when I do it myself.
Color by Fabian is flawless. He’s incredibly meticulous — the tone + shade is perfect every time. It’s very natural with dimension and depth. It’s like my natural color used to be but enhanced to be even better.
This salon is a gem — everyone there is nice, warm + welcoming. They truly treat their clients like guests. I am so happy I found it!

Paul Jean Salon is the best. I met Paul Jean at a celebrity hair salon on Rodeo years ago, and he has been cutting my hair ever since. I happily moved with him when he opened Paul Jean Salon. The salon is laid back, unpretentious, and friendly. I’m a guy, and whether I go short or long, clean cut or messy, Paul Jean gives me a fantastic haircut that I always love — and, more importantly, that my wife always loves. I live in the valley, so it’s a bit of a trek to get over to Robertson, but I wouldn’t go anywhere else. Paul Jean is not only my hair stylist, I also count him as a friend. Highly recommended.

There are few business owners doing what they love at the highest level. Paul Jean is one of them. I can’t properly enjoy perfectly satisfactory cuts elsewhere because I know how spectacular they are at his salon (color, too, though I’ve given that up).
He’s also an amazing human being; if you’re like me, you’ll leave wishing your hair grew faster so you’d have an excuse to come back sooner.
His brother/​assistant is delightful, and their space strikes the perfect balance of upscale and inviting.

Before coming in on a whim one day, my hair was in sorry shape– various shades of faded red, frizzy, and (the word makes me shudder) crispy at the ends. An adjective one would use to describe cereal should never apply to your hair.
I can’t say enough good things about Jessica. She has single handedly saved my hair. In the year plus that I’ve been going to her, my hair has done a complete 180. It’s back to its natural color (which I hadn’t seen for the better part of a decade) and is twice as thick. I only wish I’d taken pictures to document my progress. For the first time in years, I finally feel hopeful, and, dare I say it, confident about my hair.
The ambience of the salon is lovely too– very peaceful. As soon as you walk in, you’re offered espresso/​gourmet coffee (or tea or water.) I personally hate going to loud crowded salons, so it’s perfectly relaxing.
Do yourself and your hair a favor and make an appointment. It’s pricey, but worth every penny

I can never go to another salon. Perfect every time and everyone walks out looking like they are ready for a photo shoot. Jessica worked on my hair today (along with Shelby and Fabian) and it looks amazing.
It’s such a great experience going to Paul Jean’s and it’s something I always look forward to.
Also I am fairly low maintenance when it comes to my with wild curly hair, and it looks amazing (until I wait way too long for another cut and then split ends take over — but it’s still even after 7 months).
It’s the best kind of pick me up. Having an incredible time and looking great! This salon and experience is worth every penny!

It is my belief that one day Jesus said, «I need an angel on earth, who can do awesome hair!» Thus Jessica was born!
I have been getting my hair done at Paul Jean Hair Salon for about five months now and I have loved every haircut! Jessica is very easy to talk to and understands all my hair issues… including those pesky hairs on my neck!
I’m so grateful that in a town like LA where there is a hair salon on every corner, I finally found mine!
I recommend Jessica to all! She is the definition of a «Hair Angel!» ;)

I hate to give the salon as a whole a negative review because they are so wonderful. Everyone was extremely warm, the salon is very nice, especially the chairs outside and they even volunteered to refill my parking meter. They also have an impeccable Unilocal rating, which I don’t think they deserve to lose for having someone new working there.
Jessica is SO nice but I don’t recommend her. In fact, I feel like I’m doing Unilocalers out there a solid by saying «just don’t».
I did… and what once was long hair is now short soccer-​mom-​living-​in-​Montana hair. What about me coming in with long straight hair screamed «I’m dying for hair at my shoulders and layers up to my eyebrows»?? I even said I didn’t like layers OR SHORT HAIR. I’m so upset. I’m 27 and now I look 45 from behind. She said she cut 5 inches. Cleaning up damage doesn’t mean 5 inches!!! 2 is way more like it. And what happened to me saying «I still want long hair so take off as little as possible». She was very sweet so I didn’t have the heart to say anything then but it was obvious that she was inexperienced and trying really hard. Basically, I paid a hundred dollars for the same haircut they specialize in at Super Cuts in Oxnard.
I should’ve waited for an appointment with Paul Jean! A mistake it’ll take me a over a year to grow out. I feel so unbelievably unattractive and don’t want anyone else to feel this way.