IV Hair Co. - Santa Barbara, CA

Nancy Tran

I LOVED my experience with Katherine!! I went to her for a free consult and appreciated her honesty about what she could do to achieve the look I wanted without damaging it. I am SO, SO HAPPY I decided to get my hair done with her.

She was so welcoming and very knowledgeable about hair (she gave me a number of tips to help achieve/maintain healthier hair!). There were even small details she had considered (such as touching up the rest of my hair because I wanted a sharp contrast between light and dark), and I truly appreciate the time, care, and thoughtfulness she had for me throughout my experience with her.

The results EXCEEDED my expectations, and I genuinely could not wipe the grin on my face as she finished styling my hair!! I cannot recommend Katherine enough and am so happy with my new look :,)!

Andrew Acres

I literally can’t find the words to express how transformative my appointment with Katherine was. She is more than a hair stylist, and more than an artist - she is a true craftsman.

For the first time in my life, I enjoyed a hair salon appointment.
I have never liked my hair, its texture, colour, etc, and I never knew what to do with it. I have dreaded every hair appointment I have ever made and I would always leave disappointed - either because I had not given the stylist enough information (because I was clueless) or because the stylist didn’t listen to my ideas, and/or respect them.

I spent over two hours with Katherine and it was a complete joy. I left feeling happy and confident, and more importantly, excited. Excited to finally have good hair.

I will never go anywhere else.

Thank you Katherine.

Sophia Wengier

Katherine is absolutely incredible, I don’t trust another soul with my hair. She is not just an absolute genius with scissors, she’s also invested in teaching her clients about their hair. I learn something every time I see her and walk away with a haircut that lasts for 6+ months!

Andy Nguyen

I love what my hair has grown into after several months! Lots of compliments from folks all around. Also the product recommendations have been amazing, and after she taught me about some unique hair products I have completely changed up my hair care game. 5 stars!

Megan Sheehan

Amazing experience! Would give more stars if I could! My first time meeting Katherine was so fun and welcoming. It felt like I was with someone I have known for years. The one on one setting was not awkward at all and she was extremely sweet and inclusive to my boyfriend who tagged along. My hair feels so healthy and she gave helpful tips throughout the appointment. My boyfriend was having a blast and he wasn’t even getting his hair done! Can’t wait to come back and get my hair done again, highly recommend!

Ada Albright

I had the best haircut ever! Katherine gave me the haircut I feel like I've always been searching for but never could get quite right. She really listened to what I wanted and gave me such pretty gradual layers. On top of the beautiful haircut she gave me such useful hair care advice and samples! The whole experience was very personalized and enjoyable. Overall, she is such a lovely and friendly person. I highly recommend!

Gina Nagel

For the record, this is the first review I’ve ever written for a business that wasn’t owned by a family member! I’m new to California and have been living in the area for about 5 months. In that time, I’ve gone to 4 hair colorists. I don’t know if it was the hard water, the colorists, the products or a combination of all of the above, but my hair went from shiny and healthy to what looked like a cross between a calico cat and a haystack. I’ve never had dry hair or spotty color in my life and was at a loss for how to get it fixed. Enter Katherine!

I found Katherine after searching online. She had the most reviews and they were all 5 stars! Now I know why. Like the other reviewers have stated, Katherine is knowledgeable, personable and talented, but she’s also passionate and curious about hair, which is why she can diagnose the root of your hair issues (pun intended). It took 3 hours of removing build-up and applying the right combination of warm color tones, but Katherine restored my hair to its rich, healthy, shiny, glorious self! I already booked 2 more appointments.

Anna Tullius

Katherine is by far the most knowledgeable and skilled person who has ever cut my hair. She takes the time to listen to your concerns and answer any and all questions you may have. She is very attentive to the details of your hair and its history. She knows and explains hair science down to the molecular level which is why her techniques and products are exceptionally good. I ended up buying some of them and after a few months my hair is already the healthiest its ever been, and the haircuts she gives are really phenomenal. She gave me exactly what I asked for which was long layers and they turned out great and still look great after 5 months. She even taught me how to best curl my hair. Her work is 100% worth every penny, because during appointments you not only get amazing hair, you get years of professional knowledge and personalized hair care advice. She is also just a lovely person and really kind! I would recommend her to anyone.