Business Details
28 Years
experience
Professional Hair Design Services in Folsom & San Francisco
Kat Kern Hair Design is a full-service hair studio founded on the belief that hair is the frame to your beautiful face. With over 26 years of experience in high-end San Francisco salons, Kat Kern brings expertise in cut and color techniques, specializing in curly hair dry cutting, color correction, and solutions for fine and thinning hair. As a certified Deva Curl Inspired hair cutter and member of the American Hair Loss Council, Kat combines artistic vision with technical precision to deliver personalized transformations.Her studio offers seamless hair extensions, wig and hairpiece work, and keratin treatments, emphasizing comfort, creativity, and elegance. Clients benefit from her global styling experience, including work with celebrities and features in Allure Magazine and Channel 5 News. The studio prioritizes ongoing education to stay at the forefront of hair trends while maintaining a client-centric approach.
Services
Haircuts
Hair Coloring
Hair Extensions
Hair Loss Solutions
Keratin Treatments
Perms
Balayage
Color Correction
Toppers
Conditioning Treatments
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 26 years of high-end San Francisco salon expertise in cut and color techniques.
- Certified Hair Loss Specialist with membership in the American Hair Loss Council.
- Multi-method hair extension specialist offering bonded, beaded, tape-in, and clip-in options.
- Deva Curl Inspired certified cutter specializing in curly and wavy hair patterns.
- Personalized consultations prioritizing facial structure, lifestyle, and hair health.
Associations and certifications
- American Hair Loss Council
What people say
Masterful color correction
Life-changing hair loss solutions
Exceptional curly hair expertise
Personalized consultations
Seamless extensions
Services
Hair Loss Solutions
Professional hair loss solutions address thinning hair through epigenetic analysis, keratin fillers, and customized toppers. Kat Kern provides private consultations to determine root causes and recommend tailored treatments. Services include non-invasive options for immediate volume enhancement and long-term hair health strategies.
Hair Extensions
Multi-method hair extensions include bonded, beaded, tape-in, and clip-in options using high-quality Remy hair. Each installation includes care instructions and a follow-up adjustment. Extensions address volume, length, and color enhancement without chemical damage, with reusable options lasting 6 weeks to 6 months.
Curly Hair Cutting
Specialized curly hair dry cutting techniques enhance natural curl patterns through precision shaping. Services focus on texture control, movement optimization, and facial feature complementation. Kat Kern's Deva Curl Inspired certification ensures expertise in wavy and curly hair architecture for customized results.
Hair Coloring
Custom hair coloring combines tinting, highlighting, and balayage techniques with personalized shade formulation. Services consider hair history, texture, and skin tone to create flattering, trend-forward results. The process includes consultation for optimal color longevity and hair health maintenance.
Keratin Treatments
Keratin smoothing treatments offer two options: express treatment lasting 6 weeks and full treatment lasting 5 months. Both restore hair integrity while reducing frizz and improving manageability. Treatments include post-care instructions to maximize longevity and maintain hair health.
People
Kat Kern
Owner & Master Stylist
With 26 years in high-end salons, Kat Kern specializes in curly hair, color correction, and hair loss solutions. Certified by Deva Curl and the American Hair Loss Council, she combines artistic vision with technical expertise for personalized transformations.
Questions
What hair loss solutions do you offer?
We provide epigenetic analysis, keratin fillers, and customized toppers with private consultations to determine root causes and recommend tailored treatments.
What hair extension types are available?
We offer bonded, beaded, tape-in, clip-in, and weft extensions using high-quality Remy hair with reusable options lasting 6 weeks to 6 months.
Do you specialize in curly hair?
Yes, we offer specialized curly hair dry cutting techniques with Deva Curl Inspired certification for precision shaping and texture optimization.
How to book an appointment?
Book online for Folsom location services or contact Kat directly at 510.326.1815 for San Francisco appointments.
What makes your color services unique?
Custom formulations consider hair history, texture, and skin tone with expert application techniques for long-lasting, flattering results.
