Capitola Hair Salon
Balayage, Dry Cuts, Brazilian Blowouts
Welcome to The Co-Artist Studio where artistry meets you.
Who We Are
The Co-Artist Studio is a specialty hair studio located in Capitola, California, serving Santa Cruz, Soquel, Aptos, Scotts Valley, and the surrounding coast.
We are not a traditional full-service salon. Our work is focused, intentional, and refined.
Each stylist operates within their own area of expertise from lived-in blonding and balayage to precision dry cutting, curly hair cutting, and advanced smoothing treatments. We do not offer every service, and that's by design.
This allows us to deliver elevated, consistent results for clients across Santa Cruz County — from the coast of Monterey to Scotts Valley who are seeking effortless, natural-looking hair that grows out beautifully.
OUR APPROACH
At The Co-Artist Studio, you are the co-artist and every great collaboration starts with your vision.
We ask that you come to your appointment with ideas, inspiration photos, and a clear sense of what you're drawn to. This is your starting point, and we want to hear it. Our stylists are trained to listen first not to tell you what you should want, but to understand what you already do.
From there, we bring our expertise. We'll offer honest guidance, share what we know about technique, maintenance, and what will work best with your hair and together, we co-create something that feels like you.
This isn't a consultation where we decide for you. It's a conversation where your input drives the direction.
Whether you're enhancing a natural, low-maintenance lived-in color, refining your shape, embracing your natural texture with a curly cut, or investing in smoother, more manageable hair your stylist will guide the process with clarity, care, and respect for what you came in wanting.
We specialize in:
Lived-in blondes + balayage
Dry cutting for natural movement
Curly hair cutting for texture-focused shaping
Smoothing treatments for long-term manageability
Whether you're coming from Capitola, Scotts Valley, Monterey or anywhere along the Santa Cruz coast if you're looking for a stylist who listens and a process built around collaboration, you're in the right place.
If you're looking for a quick, traditional salon experience, or want a stylist to simply decide for you — we may not be the right fit, and that's okay.
Where your hair is the art
Our studio is home to independent artists who have chosen to specialize not generalize.
With advanced training across blonding, dry cutting, and curly hair techniques, each stylist brings a refined eye and a distinct approach to their craft.
This is not a one-size-fits-all salon. It’s a space where your hair is approached based on what it actually needs. The result is intentional, lived-in hair that feels effortless—and entirely your own.
Our Services Tailored to You
We offer a curated menu of hair services at our Capitola salon, with pricing based on what your hair actually needs nothing more, nothing less.
Dry Cuts: Precision haircuts performed on dry hair for a perfectly customized shape
Balayage & Blonding: Sun-kissed, natural color that grows out beautifully
Smoothing Treatments: Frizz-free, shiny hair for up to 12 weeks (perfect for coastal Santa Cruz humidity)
Curly Cuts: Dry cutting technique designed specifically for curly and wavy textures
Curly Color: Balayage and color placement customized to your curl pattern
Wash & Blowout: A polished finish for any occasion
Trim vs. Haircut: The Truth Behind Why They Cost the Same
Ever wondered why a trim costs the same as a haircut? At The Co-Artist Studio in Capitola, we explain why trims are simply a type of haircut, requiring the same precision, time, and artistry. Learn how regular trims keep your hair healthy, polished, and styled to fit your lifestyle in Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Aptos.
Find Us in Capitola
The Co-Artist Studio is located inside 41st Salon Studios at 1220A 41st Ave, Capitola, CA 95010 — in the Bologna's Shopping Center. Enter the building, walk toward the back, and find us in the right corner at Studio 17.
Conveniently located for clients from Santa Cruz, Soquel, Aptos, and the greater Santa Cruz County area.
📞 (213) 332-4177 · Open 7 days a week, 10am–6pm