Services & Pricing
Just really good hair services from people who know what they’re doing.
Serving Santa Barbara and the Entire
Central Coast
We’re on State Street in the heart of downtown, but people drive from all over—Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria, Goleta, Santa Ynez, even SLO. Whether you’re five minutes away or making a morning of it, you get the same thing: a great stylist, a relaxed experience, and hair you’re genuinely happy with when you leave.
Most Popular
Hair Cuts
$150+
Hair Coloring
$200+
Highlighting
$250+
Hair Cut
$150+
All Over Color
$200+
Base Color
$150+
Highlighting / Balayage
$250+
Curly Hair Cut (with Erin)
$300
Extensions
Consult Required*
Smoothing Treatment
$250+
SMP (Scalp Micropigmentation)
Consult Required*
Additional Services
Not sure what you need? Honestly, that’s totally normal. Book a consultation and we’ll figure it out together. No sales pitch, no pressure—just a conversation about your hair and what would make you happy.
What Makes Our Services Different
Cuts That Grow Out Right:
We don’t just make your hair look good the day you’re here. We cut it so it still looks great in two or three months. That’s the difference between a good haircut and a great one.
Color That Looks Like Yours:
No harsh lines, no brassy surprise. The goal is to get the color YOU want. We custom mix every formula for each client.
Curly Hair That Gets Respected:
Erin doesn’t straighten your curls before cutting them. She cuts curly hair curly, because that’s how it’s going to live. If that sounds revolutionary, you’ve been going to the wrong salon.
Extensions for Hair That’s Actually Fine:
Most salons can do extensions on thick hair. The real skill is making them work on fine and thin hair without damage. That’s what Nada, Nancy, and Ariel do every day.
Transparency From Start to Finish
You'll know exactly what to expect before your appointment begins. No guessing, no surprises. Just a clear plan, a great experience, and hair you'll want to show off the moment you leave.
Hair Services for Every Neighborhood on the Central Coast
Whether you’re looking for an affordable hair salon in Santa Barbara, a curly hair specialist in Montecito, or the best balayage near Carpinteria—Matson & Co. has you covered. We’ve been on State Street since 2017, and our team has trained with top companies across the country.
We offer precision haircuts that grow out beautifully, all-over color and base touch-ups, balayage and foil highlights, curly hair cuts and styling, hand-tied and tape-in extensions for fine hair, keratin smoothing treatments, and scalp micropigmentation for thinning hair. Walk-ins welcome when available.
Clients come from Santa Barbara, Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria, Goleta, Santa Ynez, Solvang, and San Luis Obispo. If you’ve been looking for a salon that’s both expert and approachable, come see us.
What Our Neighbors Come In For
Santa Barbara: Everything, cuts, color, highlights, extensions, curly hair, SMP. We’re right here on State Street. Street parking is easy and we’re close to everything.
Montecito: Blonding, extensions, and curly hair cuts. Natural and polished—that’s the Montecito look and we do it well.
Summerland & Carpinteria: Haircuts and color that actually grow out the way they should. A quick drive for results that last.
Santa Ynez & Solvang: Extensions, color corrections, and stylists people trust enough to drive 45 minutes for.
San Luis Obispo: Our furthest regulars—and yes, they keep coming back. When the hair is this good, distance is just a detail.
Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.
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At Matson & Co., haircuts start at [price from Vagaro]. Pricing can vary by stylist and hair length. We keep things fair and transparent—no surprise charges.
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We’ve got three color specialists: Nancy for custom color, Jeff for blonding, and Victoria for organic color. Between them, they’ve done thousands of color jobs. Check our portfolio or Google reviews—the work speaks for itself.
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Erin Olson at Matson & Co. She cuts curly hair curly—no straightening first, no one-size-fits-all approach. If you’ve been let down by other salons, give Erin a try.
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Yes. Balayage is hand-painted for a softer, sun-kissed look. Traditional highlights use foils for more uniform lightness. Not sure which is right? Book and we’ll talk through it. That’s what we’re here for.
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Yes. This is one of our specialties. Nada and Ariel work specifically with fine and thin hair and use methods that add fullness without causing damage.
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It’s a treatment that reduces frizz and cuts your styling time way down. Results last 3–5 months. If you spend 30 minutes fighting your hair every morning—especially in Santa Barbara’s humidity—it’s worth it.
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Scalp micropigmentation—a non-surgical treatment for thinning hair. Jeff uses tiny pigment dots to create the appearance of fuller hair. Book a free consultation and he’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a good fit.
“I've never had so many compliments on a hair cut. First time with Jeff Matson. Their place of business was clean and comfortable. Will be scheduling my next cut with Matson & Co.”
Ariel always gives me the best cuts. I have a ton of hair and my main goal it to have it thinned. I had to get a lot of bad cuts in this town before I found Ariel. She not only can thin my hair out, but it looks cut too.
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