The My Bella Color Hair Studio

Sharon is the Best Stylist I have ever known. She listens to you and does an impeccable job! I have highlighted hair and there are so many beautiful colors! I have been to many salons and Sharon is the only one who gets it right!!!

Pros: Best Colorist

Posted 11/15/09

I went into My Bella with a mess, And Paula ... bless her heart, foiled every single ratted discoloured strand of hair on my head, and made me look natural again. She took time to explain EVERYTHING that she was going to do to fix me. And really focused on the hair, and not $$$. I was the only client in the chair.

Paula even blowdried my hair out until it was completely smooth, and did not pull out any sort of hot-tool! I really respect her for that

The last experience I had (elswhere) I was double booked, and sat for SEVEN hours, while my hair litterally melted off!

I really want to thank the ladys here for making me beautiful again. I cried tears of happieness when I left. :)

Pros: Very Honest and Thorough

Cons: None

Posted 11/12/09

I had a really bad red hair color dye job and Sharon squeezed me in picked through my hair tediously getting red out. She got most of the red out and I love my hair color! I can't wait to go back to her so she can cut my hair too! She really did do a fantastic job! She listened to what I wanted and she was creative in fixing my hair!

Posted 10/22/09

I have had my hair colored red by quite a few stylist in the last few years but a recent move to the west coast left me with no clue who to go to. I was refereed to Kim by a co-worker who had been the week before. She took time to consult with me and find out what I wanted from color and a cut. The color was the best I have ever gotten and the cut equally great. Kim is a true artist that took her time and knows her craft! I will be telling everyone I know and going back to her!

Pros: Perfect color and cut! Fun environment!

Cons: none at all

Posted 10/20/09

You're hair is in great hands with Sharon. I have difficult hair. It's down to my waist and grabs color differenty on top and in front then the rest of my head. To make matters worse, I also have a lot of baby hairs in front. I went to Sharon after a bad brassy highlight job. My hair was uneven and blue in some areas from a toner the previous salon girl put on my hair. My hair is naturally light brown and I had wanted naturally looking blonde highlights. I went to Sharon and she spent hours picking through the brassy and blue color. She gave me the prettiest, and super tiny, most naturally looking baby blonde I have ever gotten. Every other colorist has given me a strawberry blonde that I have always just settled with. But Sharon listened to me and matched the exact color I had showed her. She gave me exactly what I have always wanted. She really knows her craft. I will not go anywhere else. Totally worth the commute. THANK YOU!!!

Pros: Great color, Great Attitude, Patience

Posted 10/17/09

I highly recommend this salon and Alaina Wray for the Brazilian keratin hair treatment. Alaina is certified to teach as well as perform this treatment, she uses the best keratin product on the market (FDA approved), and has incredible patience and attention to detail. Alaina is a perfectionist and is also extrememly knowledgable about the product and the entire treatment, itself.
I highly recommend this treatment because it took my very thick curly dry hair and transformed it into soft, silky wavy/straight hair. It is well worth the investment because the treatment lasted over 16 weeks.

Conveniently located in Burbank, it took me 10 minutes to get there from the Hollywood Bowl area.

Posted 10/15/09

Sharon is talented with an amazing ability to transfer her artistic touch into hair. She has a fantastic eye for color and is patient when discussing the colors that she will create and blend into your hair.

No matter if I want my hair light for the summer or dark for the winter, Sharon always fulfills my request making sure my hair remains beautiful, long and healthy. Every time I visit Sharon I ask for a different color (depending on the season) and my color turns out perfect every time!! I walk out of the salon feeling fresh and rejuvenated!!

Pros: Fun, girly, comfy

Cons: None

Posted 10/15/09

Friendly, cool studio/loft vibe inside. Very central to LA and just basically a bunch of hott chicks doin what they love- HAIR, all day baby!

Pros: Paula is a pro- Fixed my crappy hair like nobodies biz :)

Cons: None

Posted 10/15/09

Today me and my mom went to get our hair done. We really fell in love with this salon. The people there are great and they dont make you feel awkward. They have great personalities and they did an GREAT job on our hair! Tona did my hair and my moms, i have to say that she has a great personality and is very talented at what she does. I didnt get bored at all ! Sharon is also very nice and welcoming and i love her personality and her hair. I LOVE MY HAIR NOW! MY MOM ALSO LOVES HER HAIR CUT. WE WILL DEFINITELY BE COMING HERE AGAIN
THANKS TONA
MY BELLA COLOR HAIR STUDIO ROCKS!!!

Cons: EVERYTHING IS GREAT!

Posted 08/27/09

Sharon was the fourth colorist I had been to in one year. The others before all slapped a few drab highlights over the top of my dull, brassy, orangey hair. Sharon does not do drab! First of all, she took the time to FIX the brassy base color and added beautiful dimensional highlights and lowlights that made my complexion look brighter and healthier. I'm 46, but I left there feeling very hip rocker-chick! Its been 7 weeks since my color was done, and it is still awesome! I just had a 25-yr-old ask me out...Sharon is turning me into a cougar ;)
No pretentious BS here...

Pros: Great people; Beautiful color

Cons: none

Posted 07/28/09

Tona Phillips is the BEST at hair coloring.
She does an A+ professional job, very chill and she's got tons of pro complimentary ideas to make your hair look & feel sensational :) Good people here.

Pros: BEST color in town!

Posted 07/09/09

Tona really knows how to give you exactly what you need. Whether it be simple and understated or glamorous diva looks. She can do everything.

Pros: great extensions

Cons: not much

Posted 07/08/09

Erik is an incredible hairstylist that is not only a pleasure to be around due to his kind nature and outgoing personality, but he really knows what he is doing. He is very skillful in haircut techniques and has a good eye as to what will mach you the most. I was really nervous going in, but he was incredibly patient and made sure that I get what I want, and what I did not even know I wanted?it was better than I expected. He is a magician with cut AND color! I would Highly recommend him to anyone and everyone!!!!

Pros: Ambiance, Price and Service you actually will be happy with!

Posted 07/07/09

I had a horrible color job done at another salon. After applying the wrong colors and trying to fix it by adding streaks, I left this other salon looking like an electric Tony the Tiger! I had an audition the next day and was very upset. I called Sharon, who I had never met but found through City Search, and she booked me an appointment asap. She had to completely re-do everything and started from scratch. The end result was wonderful!!! Sharon is much like an artist with a paint brush: she doesn't just use one color, but a variety to get the best, most natural results! I will never go anywhere else. Plus, this is the first time I can't tell when to make another appointment. I used to be able to see the obvious line where new hair growth came in and the other color stopped. Whatever technique Sharon uses, there is no line. I've often gone 10 weeks between color!!! Oh, I booked that commercial and it went national!!! Thanks Sharon!

Pros: Fantastic & Long Lasting Color

Cons: None!

Posted 07/01/09

It's so great to be back! Thank you so much, Sharon, for correcting my hair color mess! No one else can do blonde like you!! It's definitely worth the drive. Can't thank you enough!!

Pros: Just Perfect!

Posted 06/24/09

I am african american with naturally curly fine hair. Paula did my high lights and they looked awesome. She was fast and quick ! I will be back to try out Tona for some corn rolls. Great staff all around!!

Pros: fast and within walking distance to my house!!!

Cons: none

Posted 06/23/09

My bella color Studio
I found this shop on line.Called very nice young lady Tona. She set it all up for me.First time in very nice loft feeling shop.I could of moved in.Met the sweetest ,coolest young ladies ever.Then was introduced to Alaina whom done wonders on my hair.Then went back and that's when i met with the HAIR WHISPERER Sharon. I had several colors in my hair from other shops that were mistakes.Sharon took one look whipped up her magical mixtures.Took her time applying, as i was so worried.I just kept talking scared of what would come once washed and dryed.I looked up at mirror slightly and said thanks gave hug and left.Drove home still not sure.When i got home where i could look in my mirror, my hair was the most beautiful color i have ever seen.She got rid of all the other colors and gave me just what i wanted.That's way Sharon is truly the HAIR WHISPERER She changed me and tamed my hair. I woke up the next morning wondering where was my private jet and mansion because i felt like a Movie star,Rock star and R&B Singer. To bad i can't act or sing. Very Highly Recommended.Love ya sharon and Crew.

Pros: Best hair color

Cons: None

Posted 04/16/09

I lost my job 6 months ago, so the last few times I scraped up any money to get my roots done, I went to the cheapest salon I could find: both were Spanish-speaking only, run down, and unprofessional. This time I decided to try to find a good salon and spend $80-100. I usually keep my eye out for hair that I like on women I see around town and then ask them about their stylist. This time I searched on google: "colorist, Burbank, CA" and the 1st salon w/ 47 reviews came up for "My Bella Color Hair Studio." I read a few reviews, was impressed, called and spoke with Sharon. I explained my dilemma and she said to come in @ 12:30 [same day] to meet with Alaina Wray [Hair Designer, Colorist, and Make Up Artist] and that she would also assist with the "plan of attack." I showed up and was pleasantly surprised that it was located across the street from the most delicious, healthy, fresh mexican food chain: "Poquito Mas." The street parking was only for 1 hour, so I parked behind the building, although the sign read "Ribs USA" so I hoped I wouldn't get towed. I didn't know where else to park and I didn't ask. When I walked inside I was greeted warmly and we got right to my consulation. There are 4 stations, 2 on each side of the room, with HUGE square mirrors for each station. There is a HUGE square table and chairs in the center of the room with magazines. The coolest thing is that the table top is covered with cut-outs from magazines of gorgeous models and wonderful words like "love", "sexxx", etc. The owner, Sharon designed this look and many other sexyyyy pieces of artwork in the lobby and restroom. Speaking of the restroom, it's so feminine with pin-up girls trimming the upper walls towards the ceiling. She picked out all of those pictures and decorated it herself. I think she's got another potential business on her hands!! Everyone loves a "vision board", she took this concept a step further by adding it to furniture, suitcases, wallpaper, etc. VERY COOL! Anyway, back to the "hair"....... Sharon and Alaina chatted in "colorist language" for several minutes until they agreed upon what colors to use, placement, etc. I brought in my new clip-in light blonde hair extensions to show them when I wanted for my natural color to match. After 5 hours of work, it was all over and my hair matches my extensions so well that the saleslady at the extension kiosk in the mall said she couldn't tell I had extensions. Maybe she was flattering me, but my hair looks like it matches to me, so I've very happy. I realize these ladies gave me a discount because I told them my situation and I think they had pity on me and knew I would make it up to them as soon as possible. So, don't expect to get what I got for what I paid. My whole head was highlighted with some color-correction, roots done, minor hair trim to blend my layers around my face, shampoo, blooow dry....... I paid $100 and gave a $20 tip. This is A LOT of money for me, I literally have $100 to last approx. 2 weeks and $60K in debt from student loans, etc. Most people would say I'm irresponsible to spend this much on my hair, but it makes sense to me. I'm not married, no kids, so at least my splurges don't directly affect immediate family members. By the way, the shampoo was heavenly, with a neck and head massage, ahhhhhhhh!! THANK YOU BELLA!! Love, Lisa Clor aka US President 2020

Pros: EVERYTHING

Cons: NOTHING

Posted 04/01/09

I made an appointment with Sharon after reading all her positive reviews online. I'm so glad I did. She's incredibly knowledgeable and skilled, and she has an unbelievable eye for color. She fixed my brassy, blotchy highlighted hair and gave me beautifully blended, natural-looking blonde hair. I can't recommend her highly enough. Even if I visited every salon in L.A., I don't think I could find another colorist as talented as Sharon. If you're unhappy with you hair color, don't hesitate. You've got to experience it to believe it.

Pros: Fabulous highlights, friendly service.

Cons: None.

Posted 03/21/09

What a wonderful experience! I went to My Bella Color for a haircut for the first time. It really is such a breath of fresh air going there compared to many other pretentious, catty, over-priced salons. The set up and decor of My Bella Color is very warm and cozy yet modern and functional. Its hard not to feel right at home there. I was nervous about trusting a new stylist but immediately felt comfortable with Erik, he is a genious. I had my highlights done at another place a few days before I went to My Bella Color and I wasn't happy with the result. The next day Erik fixed my highlights for free!! I left the salon feeling beautiful. I recommend My Bella Color Studio to anyone wanting fabulous hair. Seriously! He is a true artist and a professional, I am so so so grateful! (as is my husband!) He is also wonderfully sweet and fun to talk to. THANK YOU, ERIK!

Posted 03/05/09

I needed a new stylist after mine retired. I found Sharon and My Bella, read her reviews, and booked an appointment. She talked to me about what I wanted, took her time, and I walked out with fabulous hair!! She's an artist at hair color and the cut is great too. I highly recommend My Bella. ..the place is friendly, attractive and convenient. You'll feel welcome right away. They certainly have a new client in me...Thanks!

Pros: great service, happy staff, easy parking

Cons: none

Posted 01/15/09

I have been going to Erik Velasco for all my hair needs for about 7 years. He has never disappointed me. I am a person that likes to change her look often and need a stylist who is adventurous and an expert in his field. Well, Erik is that and more!! With his help and his vision, I have been a golden blonde, a fiery redhead, and a glossy brunette. My hair is dark brown, almost black, and have been to other stylists and salons who have tried to dissuade me from being my chameleon self. Erik always makes me feel beautiful and glamorous.

Yesterday, I walked into the salon with red shoulder-length hair (with an inch of dark roots -- lol) and walked out with beautiful, rich, glossy brown hair that is down to my back. Oh, did I mention that Erik is also a hair extension specialist!!

Erik is an artist. This young man is going places and soon. So -- catch him while he is still with us, before Hollywood snatches him up.

Pros: Salon is open, bright and airy with an artist loft feeling. Very warm and friendly atmosphere.

Cons: None.

Posted 01/12/09

The past 2 years i have gone to many salons trying to get a decent highlight job for my hair. With all the other salons, not only did my hair come out completely wrong, but 2 times, damaged as well. It looked awful. I went to My Bella Color Hair Studio and saw Kim. She took the time to really listen to what I wanted and got it totally perfect. I was finally so happy. With the other places I had to adapt to whatever happened to my hair, but Kim made so that I could actually have the hair I wanted. I am thrilled and I'll always go to the My Bella Color Hair Studio for my coloring and cuts. What a relief to know that there's a great place like this. Thank you so much!!!

Posted 12/06/08

This is what a salon should be! It is soo cute and modern! Highly recommended! If you are looking for a stylist, Erik never fails me! For the past four years Erik has been my professional hair stylist and I ADORE HIM! His work and my hair always turn out AMAZING!

xoxo
Lauren D.

Pros: Cute, cozy, stylish, modern, and great stylists

Cons: an hour and 15 minutes from my house!!

Posted 11/10/08

When I came to Sharon, my hair was a disaster. I asked her to take me from a yellow/red/orange to a natural blonde color. I thought it was impossible, but she seemed confident that she could do the job. Sharon far exceeded any expectation I had and for the first time in my life, I love my hair. Sharon has a true gift for color and I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Posted 11/06/08

I highly recommend this cozy salon. Sharon colored and cut my hair and the result was truly beautiful. She put in reds, blonde, and chestnut and it totally made me think of Fall colors-- perfect for this time of year. Even though there are ribbons of different colors in my hair, it doesn't look harsh at all. Quite the opposite, actually. The looks is soft and pretty. Sharon shaped my hair as well. I'm growing out my bangs so she cut some light layers in to my hair and the bangs blend into the cut-- love it! As an added bonus Sharon and Paula are super sweet and fun. Great experience overall.

Posted 10/28/08

I loved the style of the salon. The fun conversation, I felt like an old friend (was my first time) I totally went in a new direction with my hair color it turned out better then expected. Charis did my hair, I told her my everyday style & she cut it perfect. I've always had a problem going home to recreate what a hair stylist does in the salon. I have had the easiest week with my hair. Thank you Charis you were great! I highly recommend.

Pros: I had a great time

Cons: none

Posted 10/15/08

Let's just say, I have never been so comfortable with my hair being done in a salon before! This was my first time going to the Bella Studio, Sharon took charge of my horse hair! She's AWESOME It was like black and white, I walked in with my dull lifeless hair, and left with an amazing new look; which I must say, turned out exactly the way I had asked! You have no choice but to feel comfortable in that salon, theres positive energy, and they are an awesome team that really cares about what you want. If you don't know what you want, they will walk you through it, and give you all the time you need. I was well taken care of and i plan to
to return. It's just like that insurance Allstate commercial..."You're in good hands" with that being an understatement!

Posted 10/11/08

I was always a slave to the die bottle...I tried every free to expensive method for changing my hair color. Two years ago I decided I was done...NO MORE DYING! Well, I had some professional photos taken about 2 weeks ago and I hated the color my hair had become...sort of this weird red/brown/weird hair color. I decided I would get it colored but I wasn't going to settle for a bad hair job...but I also wasn't going to pay out the bottom side for it. After numerous phone calls and web searches I came across the My Bella Color Studio website and read about Sharon. I figured she woudl know what she was doing, but what about her less expensive counterparts. Oh well, they were under her supervision so I would try...and I'm glad I did!

Alaina came in on her day off because she knew I had to get my hair done before my big audition. She welcomed me like I was her old friend. She consulted with me and showed me pictures to make sure we had the same color in mind. Sharon was just as friendly and double checked that we were all set before starting. When the job was done not only was the color rich and beautiful beyond what I expected but Alaina took the extra time to style it to show me just how great it could be...AND SHE GAVE ME 20% OFF for being a first time customer.

I have already become a loyal customer. ...oh, and day 3 after wash 1 and it looks even better!!!!

Pros: great hair color, friendly staff, close to home

Posted 10/09/08

When I went in to see Sharon for a color correction consultation I was on the verge of giving up on my hair. I had been to three other stylists and had had my hair colored a total of five times within the last three months, all with the goal of getting back to my natural color. Sharon sat me down and talked with me about my concerns and showed me that she truly understood what I wanted. After 30 minutes she managed to make me feel hopeful and excited about my hair again! Two days later I came in for my appointment and she worked her magic and the results exceeded my expectations tremendously. She got rid of the bright red tones in my hair and replaced them with a natural-looking brown with beautifully subtle multi-tonal highlights and lowlights. I absolutely love my healthy-looking hair and I left the salon happy, confident and completely convinced that Sharon is a true master colorist and creative genius! Thank you sooo much Sharon, you are the best! You will definitely be seeing this gorgeous-haired brunette again! -C.A.

Posted 09/25/08

I was planning on going from red to blond and had an appointment with my usual stylist. After waiting 3 weeks for my appointment, I was more than ready to go when she cancelled on me. Having no patience whatsoever (and having already waited 3 weeks for a hair appointment) I was determined to find someone who could change me from a redhead back to a blond, so I searched the internet. I came up with a list of names - people with good reviews who I was going to call the first thing next morning and then I came across the reviews for My Bella Color. Then I found their website and I realized that this was the only place I wanted to try. Sharon was good enough to see me the day that I called her (for a consult )and she was so busy that I decided to wait a few more days (better to do it right, than fast). I was glad I did. We had the place to ourselves, she took her time (which actually didn't take long at all) and the color AND cut are beautiful. Sharon is only the 2nd person I've ever been to where I left the chair LOVING my hair. She was great, friendly, fun and the studio is fabulous. I highly recommend My Bella Color, I know I'll be going back!

Posted 07/29/08

After reading the many positive reviews about this salon I decided to give it a try. I chose Paula to color correct my hair disaster that a very well known "blonde colorist to the stars" did to me. Paula sat down with me for at least 30 minutes to discuss the blonde color I was looking to achieve and how she was planning to correct the previous damage that had been done to my hair. Paula was an excellent listener and communicator and very knowledgeable about color. I was very impressed with her upbeat and positive personality which made me feel that much more comfortable! The color and cut turned out gorgeous and exactly as she said it would. Her prices were more than fair and the salon was very clean and warm. Nobody could go wrong with Paula or this salon. It was a great experience and I get compliments on my color and cut more than i ever did before. Paula is absolutely the best!

Pros: Paula !

Cons: None

Posted 02/12/08

Sharon is the best. She was able to fix the problem that so many other hairdresser could not solve. Here is an excerpt from the thank you note that I sent to her: "Hi Sharon,
You worked on, and corrected, my orange-blonde hair this past week.
Rarely, have I been able to look in the mirror after I leave the salon,
and feel so good about my hair. You are an artist, and a genius.
Thank you so much. For those of you looking for the best in hair service, I highly recommend Sharon.
1 Happy Client.

Posted 02/10/08

Sharon?s work is brilliant, grateful I?ve found her! I?ve previously been to a few well known Beverly Hills salons, leaving with unsatisfactory results lacking quality. Sharon took the time to ?examine? my hair as well as to clearly understand the results I desired. My hair has never looked better, getting tons of compliments! The quality of Sharon?s work is of the highest level. The studio?s atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. Could not have had a better experience anywhere!

Devoted Client

Pros: Brilliant work; great vibe

Cons: non

Posted 01/23/08

I absolutely love this place. I have finally found a hair colorist and stylist who is amazing, Paula and Sharon have such talent and passion for their work, and give such attention to detail I have never seen in other salons. They are fun and very friendly, The super cute decorated salon makes for a pleasant, relaxed and fun atmosphere. Highly recommend! you won't be dissapointed.

Posted 11/29/07

I found this salon through the reviews on good ol citysearch when trying to find a local place to just freshen up my stressed out tresses. I have to say this is one of those rare places where you get a friendly staff who are actually attentive to their customers. Paula did a killer job with weaving shimmers of coppery red into my hair which is perfect for the fall/winter season. I know I will be back to see her for the seasons to come because she is one of the few, actually the only stylist I know here who is not afraid to color long and thick hair.

Pros: Friendly and professional stylists

Cons: None

Posted 10/29/07

I actually used CitySearch reviews to find My Bella Color and went in armed with photos for my first appointment. I met Sharon, and we sat down at a long table in her studio and refined what I wanted. After spending close to a half hour talking about the desired look, we began. Throughout the process, she didn't pass me on to an assistant or work on many other clients at the same time. That conveyed the message that as a client, I was valued, and my time was valued as well. While my color was developing, I was able to relax on a couch and read-- as I would at home. I found this relaxed atmosphere and lack to hustle and bustle refreshing and enjoyable. I also loved the results; I went from total blonde to blonde and red. Depending on how I style it, I can look blonder or redder. The versatility is great. The cut was exactly what I wanted! Ever see a girl with stripes in her hair? That's a bad weave. With what Sharon does, take any 20 strands of hair and see a thorough mixture. My overall strawberry blonde is a result of interwoven blonde and darker red. The dimension is incredible and no thick stripes. Most people weave in a line and start at the top of the head and go down. How can that be right for every person? Sharon parted my hair as I would wear it and deliberately placed the foils so that my sideswept bangs with blonde and red layers were deliberately created. That takes time, yes, but I saw the ARTISTRY in what she did. Also, because her price was more than I was used to (300 including tip) instead of half that, she weaved me so that I could go longer between visits. I did fade to multi-dimensional blonde by the end of 2 months, but I was happy with that look too. Sharon's willingness to consult and refine the vision as well as atmosphere, value of the client, and overall results make her worth the money. Enjoy!

Pros: Atmosphere, Consultation, Expertise

Cons: None really

Posted 10/07/07

This place is amazing!!! I was looking on some websites trying to find a place that can actually do great highlights without overpricing their customers. I came across My Bella Color looking at pictures and thought WoW this person does awesome highlights and was sad cause I thought it was for celebrities only until I saw the number below....I was soooo Happy, of course I called and scheduled my first appointment and had been a customer ever since!!!=)

Pros: thumbs up

Cons: n/a

Posted 08/22/07

When I lived on the east coast, I was looking around online and came across a few amazing pictures of contrasted highlights. I brought these pictures to my stylist at the time, and while she did a so-so job of replicating the style the few times she did it, it was never quite right. Years later, I showed up at My Bella Color and I realized that these pictures I'd pulled were Paula's work. I knew I was in the right place!

Not only did Paula create an interesting and versatile pattern out of the colors we chose (platinum and black cherry), but she found years of coloring mistakes in my hair - to the point where holding a chunk of it up to the light would reveal something that could only accurately be described as leopard print checkerboard. She explained to me how my hair ended up in this condition, through years of going to multiple stylists who were merely piling color on top of my existing color without understanding what lay beneath, how the colors mix, and how they fade over time to create new colors. To do this level of color correction, I'm not joking when I say she almost had to dye each section of each piece of hair individually. Paula spent five hours that day foiling my hair to fix it, her longest, most meticulous foil job to date. After she finished, it was perfect. It grows out beautifully, and even the root growth ends up looking cool. And now that she's fixed it, it takes 80% less time to replicate the results because she's revisiting her own work.

I am never letting anyone else but Paula even THINK about touching my hair again. :)

Pros: Are you kidding?? EVERYTHING.

Cons: Not on your life.

Posted 08/14/07

Sharon and Paula at My Bella are two of the most gifted hairstylists I've had the pleasure of meeting. Paula does my hair now and I love it every time. She is fantastic about making sure the cut works for me and is totally honest about the best cut and color for my face shape. I get compliments about my hair wherever I go. The hallmark of a great cut is that it grows out well and easily, and mine do every time. Plus the shop is artistic, eclectic, and fun; you feel right at home. Totally unpretentious, a breath of fresh air around here!

Pros: Stylists who pay attention

Cons: As if

Posted 08/14/07

Intimate, professional and talented!
You don't feel uncomfortable going into this salon - it is not an uptight-we're-to-good-for-you salon! I am middle-aged and overweight - far from the "young and trendy" hipsters that come here, too. But I felt like part of the family and very welcomed. I will definetly come back here.

Pros: very casual atmosphere

Cons: not a lot of parking

Posted 08/02/07

WOW! At this salon, colorist/stylist Paula gave me the most incredible, adventurous, FABULOUS look of my life! She is not a hairdresser, she is an artist of the highest order! I went here because of the exemplary reviews on Citysearch, and because it was four-week-root-growth time. I'm in my 40s but a performer, and I'd been frustrated with the "soccer mom" look, especially since I'm single and childless. It seems everyone my age has anchorwoman hair that's a little too long and a little too bleached. I'd kind of thought about red, but didn't want to veer back into my natural boring dark-ish hair. Plus, I am pitching a new television project, and was feeling sensitive about my age, and looking like a has-been. Well, Paula fixed all THAT! She sat down with me at a table, and showed me many variations I had never imagined, through magazine pictures, for 30 minutes. I had never had anyone do this in a hair salon -- and get this -- she even mentioned cost-effectiveness for various suggestions. Usually, I feel like I'm getting highlighted and lowlighted into debt. I decided on something really daring -- dark red underneath, with fabulous blonde-to-platinum shades on the top layers. She called it a convertible hairstyle, because every way I part it or put it up, it looks different. Well, wow. Soccer mom no more. I look edgy, hip, daring, and plus, not only does the red color make my blue eyes pop, I'm still a blonde! I went out that night and strangers approached me, men tried to pick me up (did I mention I'm middleaged??) and everyone wanted to know where I'd gone to get this great look. To add to all this, for a very intricate highlighting job with a ton of foils, I spent less than I have in years on a single salon visit. I feel very confident because of this hair color, and I am absolutely thrilled! The best part was that Paula was very good at evaluating my comfort level -- she could see what I wanted but might have given other clients more conservative options.

Pros: Incredible staff, great location, good parking, great value, hairdressers-as-artists. Plus there's a great little Mexican place across the street that delivers.

Cons: Not a darn thing.

Posted 07/20/07

I truly see why everyone raves about this place. My hair used to always be extremely damaged when I got it done. Well not at this amazing establishment.

I am not the easiest person to please, and I must say...wow. I was very impressed with my hair color here at My Bella Color.

Previously I was told by other top notch salons, that because of the colors I wanted in my hair, that there will always be a lot of damage. All I ever wanted were a couple different blond shades.

My Bella Color must use pixie dust, since other salons said it couldn?t be done without so much damage. It is obvious why My Bella Color Studio has so many thank you letters on the wall from celebrities and other high end clientele. . Much thanks to Sharon and her talented staff.

Posted 07/15/07

Geniuses with color and very intuitive with giving you the cut you want. Easy access in Burbank and groovy digs, make this the savviest and most friendly salon in the valley. Plus, these ladies have serious chair side manners and are good for a girlie chat while your color is setting. Bella!

Pros: Average prices for above average services.

Posted 07/09/07

I had just moved to Burbank and was worried that I wasn't going to find a good hair stylist. Sharon proved me wrong, the very second I walked in and saw her dinning table in the middle of her shop I felt right at home. I've been going to her for the past 2 years and she keeps track of the exact color she used for the next time, so I don't have to worry about getting a different color the next time I go to her, unless I request it.

If you are looking to make a change or just get the right color to match your eyes, My Bella Color is the place!

Posted 04/26/07

If you want your hair as art, people stopping you on the street b/c your hair is so shiny and gorgeous, colorful hair, then go to My Bella Color. I've been a client for years and she never lets me down. They create beautiful blondes and reds that last forever. Sharon's special talent is duplicating what you want even if you didn't know how to say it.

Pros: It all good

Cons: you may have to wait to get an apointment & gorgeous hair takes time

Posted 03/04/07

Love the atmosphere setting, the place really defines the owner, very outgoing, energetic and listens to what YOU want done. Sharon & Charis (I hope I spelled that right?!) are friendly, wonderful and they give great haircuts, highlights and styling is AMAZING! My first time to go all out for a new style, I'm glad I listened to my sister. I went from a solid jet black hair, that was straight and had no body, that Sharon turned it into a masterpiece. Lots of volume and soft color of highlights and side-swept bangs that I dreamt of! I so love it and will definitely be going back! Thank you so much for the wonderful new look. I look forward to getting them retouched and I am coming all the way from Northern California! You are definitely worth the trip!

Pros: Great location

Posted 02/26/07

I walked in one lazy saturday morning for my appointment to spruce up my lackluster locks. I had dyed my long, extremely thick hair on my own about a month ago, with less than desirable results--my faded, patchy red hair was, frankly, pathetic. After reading a glowing review of Charis, I was delighted that she was to be my hair stylist--I had confidence that she could not only fix my inch-long roots of dark brown, but recolor my entire head (no easy project!). I explained sheepishly that it took four boxes of dye to color it myself, but she was unshaken, and ready to dive in. After showing her a picture of what I had in mind for my unruly curls, she made sure she knew exaccttttly what I wanted, to the very glint of highlight, for my own hair. I sat down infront of the enormous mirror and felt confident that Charis would do me no wrong. She quickly mixed two colors, one for darker spots, another for lighter. She knew exactly what she was doing, and calmly proceeded to cover every inch of my head with gloopy dye. What could have felt like hours (since it DID take hours to cover my many layers of tresses) flew by, as we chatted away...not only was she an expert stylist, but her charming conversation (and that of the other stylists as well) made it a truly pleasurable experience! After an hour of processing time, to make sure every strand received its due, Paula, another fantastic stylist with an edgy, plantinum cut, rinsed out the dye and told me how fantastic it looked. She wasn't kidding. When I looked in the mirror, I couldn't beleive how perfect the color was! It was JUST what I had envisioned. Charis really did an outstanding job. But what really made it incredible was her styling! She did an amazing job flat ironing, curling the ends under to create a picture-perfect blowdyed look. Never before have I been so satisfied with my look coming out of a salon. Thanks to the enire staff at My Bella! I will be returning; you have earned a new customer!

Pros: several stylists work together so that waiting time is cut down

Cons: it would be nice if they offered drinks, though they have them on request

Posted 02/10/07

I heard about Charis from a few friends who's highlights and cuts I loved. In the past the highlights I'd recieved didn't go all the way to the roots and looked unnatural and either too brassy or too platinum. I would leave every "high end, westside salon" feeling like I paid too much, and looked like I'd gotten a cookie cutter weave and the same long layers that everyone has. I'd usually have to purchase products at the salon to fix the damage done to my hair by the stylist!
When I met Charis and asked for suggestions and showed her some pictures of hair color and cuts that I actually liked she was so helpful and made me feel at ease right away. Not only was she extremely knowledgeable with the color line but she actually listened to what I really wanted and gave me helpful suggestions. I knew right away that I was in good hands. I was in and out faster than I had ever been before. I couldn't believe that I was actually colored and cut by the same stylist without being passed around and moved around having to explain what I wanted over and over.
After the shampoo, I saw the color and was actually shocked that the color was exactly what I've wanted since I started coloring my hair 10 years ago. The cut went the same way and was actually created not just done. Then to my amazement, the blowdry gave my hair volume which is tough to do with my hair texture. I didn't have to wash it for days nor touch up the blowdry after rolling out of bed.
The salon has a lovely ambiance and Charis' prices are beyond reasonable. Charis is a REAL artist and the only person I'll ever let touch my hair again! You saved my hair and I'm FINALLY THRILLED WITH THE COLOR AND CUT!!! I've never had so many (any) compliments on my hair and will send everyone I know! Thanks 1,000,000...and see you soon!

Posted 01/14/07

CHARIS,

Thank you so very much for helping me with my hair color and cut!
I arrived to Charis, as a first time client and I had really bad hair color and I was desperate and so nervous!
HOWEVER, Charis came to my rescue and created an entirely new head of hair color and cut for me.
It's exactly what I wanted! It's gorgeous! AND, I finally am getting compliments on my hair color!
For anyone who needs hair color help - the My Bella Color Studio IS the place to go!
I highly receommend it!
Thank you again! I'll be back!

Posted 12/14/06