Opal

They/ Them/ Theirs

Hi! Im Opal and I have been doing hair for over 25 years. I’m so glad you found me here. If you don’t mind, I’ll take a quick second to brag about myself…..

The truth is, I am well respected within the industry as one of the best. But what I’m really proud of is the love I get from my clients. Making people feel happy about their hair is kinda my thing. Whatever that looks like for you, I am here for it. Now here is a little summary of what I’m best at- so you can see if we are a good fit:

LETS TALK! I have worked hard on my communication skills as a stylist because its so important that we make sure we are on the same page. First appointments include a free 15 minute consultation. I won’t touch your hair until we both have a clear plan.

EFFORTLESS STYLE I love to work with what you got. As a stylist I play off of my clients’ natural assets, bringing out their best features, cutting classic, textural and natural shapes that hit that magical sweet spot between high fashion and low-maintenance. I favor styles that air dry beautifully and require minimal product, and happily show clients how to style their hair at home.

TEXTURE AND CURLS I love curls and take a sculptural organic approach to curly cuts.

COLOR I paint seamless, natural looking, sun-kissed balayage highlights so your color not only looks amazing after its done, it also grows out beautifully. I am one of the bay area’s leading experts when it comes to making magic with bleach: balayage, bleach and tones, foil highlights, statement blondes, pastel blondes and vibrant creative color. All created using natural ammonia free bleach and organic low tox color brand Organic Colour Systems. I also teach this color line to my colleagues.

LOW TOX, ECO FRIENDLY I offer safe, effective alternatives to traditional chemical laden hair color and product brands. I never use products with artificial fragrance.

SILVERS and GREYS I specialize in working with your grey instead of covering up. I can help you transition from solid grey coverage to all kinds of better options: low maintenance balayage, highlights, low lights, chunky color and high fashion looks. If you are sick of grey roots, let me help ya!

GENDER AFFIRMING As a nonbinary babe myself, I understand the importance of gender expression. If you are looking to create a hair moment to match your gender identity, I would be honored to help you with that. My private garden is a really safe nurturing place for this.

RESPECT AND CARE FOR ALL PEOPLE Above all else, I love to help you achieve the look that truly makes you feel like your most authentic self. Creating an atmosphere of relaxed, playful and inclusive expression is so important to me. Clients of mine feel at ease to be themselves, which is when we are truly at our most beautiful. The garden is a truly special place to get your hair done.