Testimonials

 

Dear Julia,

You are AMAZING! Thank you for always giving me such fantastic haircuts! I always leave the salon with a smile on my face, excited about my new cut, and just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate it. I love knowing that I can give you a vague idea of what I want and you go above and beyond my expectations. Thanks again.

- Brittany Huntington

 

I would like to give your salon a big Thank You! I had the best experience in your salon last week and I plan on being a lifetime customer from now on. Denh Chu gave me a haircut and brow wax, but that is only a part of what she did. She took the time to listen to me and she cut my hair in a style that I can actually make look great on my own. She explained how to dry and style my hair and even told me to come in with my brush if I had any problems at home. It's hard to find good customer service these days, but she went above and beyond.

I've gone to many nice salons in my life and always wished I could find that one haircut that would work for me. I've dragged pictures and my hopes with me every time, and usually left with something looking ok. However, the next day, when I had to style it myself, ok went to not so good andsometimes downright bad. In fact, I went to a nice salon only a week before I came to Denh. I paid $70 and the cut I got can only be described as a mullet! I had to wear my hair up to hide the awful cut.

I'm glad I found this salon and Denh. I will certainly refer all the people who tell me how much nicer my hair looks to Salon Bravissimo!

- Kathy Lopes

 

Dear Joy,

I meant to write you sooner but this past week was just crazy!!!!!  I just wanted to say thank you for the amazing job you did with my hair.  I feel like a whole new person!!  The highlights and the cut...it's just perfect!!!  More importantly my husband loves it too.  And believe me...that says a lot!!!!!  I also love the products that you recommended.   They give my thinner hair the body, life and shine that it needed.  I am so grateful that I found you.  Hope you are well!!!  See you soon.  :  )
- Christina Sequeira

 

Joy did color, cut and the Keratin Smoothing Treatment for me. My hair looks AMAZING! I couldn't be happier! Joy is a fantastic stylist who took the time to explain everything in detail to me. She and her assistant Elle were extremely kind and helpful. I thank them both for making my hair look perfect!

- Kelli DeMaurio

 

Wonderful, my wife and I had waxing by Nikki and I had a hair cut by Kristin and Lora by Emily. I love her short hair. We will see you 6 weeks. The staff is very friendly and made us feel right at home. Thank you for your GREAT SERVICES!

- Tom Broad

 

I wanted to take a minute to thank you Jen Chu, for the best hair cut experience I have had in years. Great service, insightful conversation, and a smart hair cut. You made me almost handsome and I think I’ve found my hair stylist. 

- Sal Sandoval

 

I have been going to Joy for going on six years now and my hair has never looked or felt better. Joy has always kept up to date on current styles, products, and procedures. Recently Joy informed me of a new treatment called Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy. My hair is naturally curly and has a lot of frizz to it. Straightening my hair usually takes me an hour and a half, so when Joy told me about this new treatment I decided to give it a try. The results completely blew me away and were better then I had expected. My hair is completely bone straight, shinier and healthier then it has ever looked. The first time I styled it myself my hair literally came out straight just from blow drying it and I only spent ten minutes flat ironing it. I couldn’t stop looking at my hair in the mirror and have gotten numerous compliments from my friends and family. I would recommend this treatment to anyone regardless of their hair type.  

- Gannie Shields


 I am extremely happy with my experience at the salon. The girls were friendly at the front desk. It was clean, comfortable atmosphere. I loved it. Julia was my hair stylist. Her expertise, knowledge, and integrity are very much appreciated. I recommended her to my friends at work and relatives in town. This was a wonderful experience, I will never forget. I should have taken pictures before and after because it was night and day different. My co workers were amazed on the beauty and the healthy looking hair I came out with. My wish is to get permament straight hair done. I will start saving, I am hoping in a year or so, I would have saved up enough to do this. Please let me know if you have any special on this.

Thanks Julia from the bottom of my heart. I was so sick and tired of my hair, you made me feel good and look good.

- Anita Patel

 

Thank you Joy for the beautiful haircut! I feel so pampered! It was wonderful to see my hair so straight, sleek, and shiny. You are very talented and transform many people to reveal their beauty. I love this haircut!

- Susanna Lowy

 

Nikki does such a great job. She is knowledgeable and professional and it's always been a pleasant experience. I look forward to each treatment I receive from her!

- Valorie Wilcock

 

Julia is awesome! I have been in California since '99 and have been looking for THE stylist ever since - I have finally found her. Julia is so talented and knowledgeable. It is well worth the 1 1/2 hour drive to have my hair done by her. I look forward to my next appointment!

- Valorie Wilcock

 

Joy Ho, the owner of Salon Bravissimo, has straightened my hair with the Yuko hair product line. My first Yuko treatment was done by Joy over 2 years ago and I have had 2 touchups since then (each touchup approximately 8-9 months apart). She is the most meticulous, knowledgeable, and capable stylist I have ever met. I was very impressed that she required me to have a pre-Yuko interview. During this interview, she inspected my hair and gave me an honest estimate of how my hair would look after Yuko. To my knowledge, she requires a pre-Yuko interview for all potential clients, to insure that the customer will get excellent results. As a testament to her superior abilities, she is the only professional that I trust to do my Yuko treatments although there are other Yuko providers in the Sacramento area.

Both Joy and the Yuko product line have dramatically changed my life. Before I tried Yuko, I had very thick, frizzy, curly hair. It would take me three hours to flat iron my hair. Now, after Yuko, it only takes 30 minutes a day for me to achieve straight, shiny, and healthy looking hair.

I highly recommend Joy Ho and Yuko for clients with my type of hair.

 

Sincerely,

Tara Sullivan

  

To Tammy and Jessy,

I love coming here and getting my hair done. I feel so special after every hair treatment. They both treat me with the utmost professionalism and at the same time they make the hour (and more especially on yuko days) go by so fast. Thanks so much.

- Jennie B.

 

I have been with Tammy for more than 10 years. She is innovative and always strives to be on the cutting edge of her craft. Her imagination and expertise in styling, color and highlights is exceptional! Her professionalism and friendliness is beyond reproach…Quite simply… I Love Her!!

- Dee O.
 

 

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Awesome Yuko Hair Straightening by Julia

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

by KalliS

 

August 28, 2009

I had my hair permanently straightened with the Yuko system By Julia. She did a wonderful job with the straightening and she did a beautiful cut after the treatment. I'm very pleased with the treatment, but I do have frizzy ends where my hair was colored. Its an easy fix with some smoothing serum and flat iron. I also purchased the shampoo/ conditioners, but I don't really think they make a difference in the appearance of the hair (it probably helps the straightening smoothness last longer) I use my regular smoothing shampoo and got a really nice result better than the Yuko shampoo.

  • Pros: nice, friendly,clean
  • Cons: none

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

by sslongblond

July 01, 2009

I recently cut my hair into the popular bob. While I liked it for a while I desperately missed my long hair.

Joy gave me a consultation and made me feel very comfortable with how the process worked. I was very concerned because I like to run my fingers through my hair or just throw it up really casually and I like to swim. I didn't want high maintenance hair. Joy reassured me that I wouldn't have a problem with any of these things.

I decided to pay the price and get then extensions. Not only do they look completely natural. I also feel like they are just a part of my head. There is no more maintenance than my other haircut that took me a long time to style. I have received many compliments on my thick long hair (people don't even know they are extensions).

They were very expensive but I consider the cost worth it. I feel so much better with my long hair back. Thank you Joy. I will continue to go to you for as long as you are doing hair.

  • Pros: Great hair extensions
  • Cons: Price

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

by sch54

June 11, 2009

quality work..personal and prompt attention by Joy. i previously had been a customer of Hoshalls and had hair extensions put in by Erin. Not only was the job bad but it destroyed my hair. the difference in quality and professionalism here v Hoshalls is a world apart.

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    by swtcoraxoxo

    January 23, 2009

    I had tried various locations for massage and I have to say I've finally found my favorite masseuse. Nikki at Salon Bravissimo has the most amazing touch with the most fluid of motion. I have to say she is the best. Definitely coming back.

    • Pros: Friendly staff, great massage.

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    by ada1957

    January 14, 2009

    Thank you Joy for the excellent job you did on my hair extensions. After my recovery from chemo, I was dealling with the alot of challenges. You really help bring back my image as well as my self confidence. I look great again and ready to tackle the world. Strongly recommend. A+++. Also great massage and facial from Nikki. Wonderful and friendly staff, no pressure or pretentiousness. Just a group of talented and professional people.

    • Pros: Everything
    • Cons: None

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    07/09/2008 Posted by starrygirl3

    Joy from Salon Bravissimo changed my life. For years, I struggled with my frizzy naturally wavy hair. I would avoid pools, rain and other activities that would unleash my wild mane. I was originally going to get the treatment in San Francisco, but I found out that Salon Bravissimo was just down the street from my house in Sacramento and that Joy had years of experience. I was really nervous at first, but Joy, her assistant, Holly and the rest of the staff made me feel so comfortable. The salon was beautiful and the staff professional. Since Joy performed the Yuko system on my hair, I can go swimming and meet with my friends as soon as they call. My hair smells like shampoo now instead of that burned hair odor that I usually got from flat ironing. I never imagined that my hair could ever be this low maintenance; it was almost too good to be true. But, it is true and absolutely fabulous.

    Pros: Professional Staff, Beautiful Salon, Great Location

    Cons: zilch

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    01/22/2008 Posted by kristyh1978

    Once again I just want to say that you did such an incredible job on my hair extensions. I feel like a brand new person. Exactly what I was looking to achieve for my new look. I feel and look confident with my new hair. Thanks a bunch Joy!!! : )

    Pros: Very precise service, looks great!

    Cons: None

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    09/28/2007 Posted by culj

    I recently moved here and was searching for a reputable salon where I could get my hair thermally straightened. I found 3 separate salons in Sacramento that offer the original thermal straightening technique (Yuko or Liscio) and I had consultations at all 3 places. I was absolutely most comfortable with Joy at Salon Bravissimo. She clearly had the most experience and demonstrated the best overall knowledge of the process. I just had my curly hair straightened and cut by Joy yesterday and I could not be MORE THRILLED with the results. My hair looks fabulous!!! Also important to note is that Joy is the owner of the salon, and she is doing a great job of making it a comfortable yet chic place to get your hair styled or skin cared for. Joy had her two great assistants (Julia and Holly) assist her with the straightening processes, which meant that she completed the process in 3 hours, far shorter time than I was prepared to spend getting it done, and this also meant that the cost was cheaper since beyond 3 hours the price is an hourly rate (consistent with every salon I talked to). I really just can't express how trully pleased I was with my entire experience with Joy and her salon - I will definitely be a regular now! PS: I do not know anyone that works at this salon, I am writing this to help anyone else who may be searching for a good salon, as I was a couple of weeks ago. I strongly recommend the Yuko straightening treatment performed by Joy if you have unwanted curly or wavy hair. I will be forever grateful to her!

    Pros: Everything!

    Cons: None to report!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    09/28/2007 Posted by jross916

    I've done extensive research regarding permanent hair straightening and I decided to go with Yuko Systems. I was on their website and found Joy at Salon Bravissimo. She did a wonderful job on my hair. It's hard to describe my excitement of finally having beautiful smooth straight hair. Thank you much.

    Pros: Wonderful hair straigthening.

    Cons: None

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    09/19/2007 Posted by bpowel

    I have been going to Salon Bravissimo for my haircuts for quite some time. I've recently found out that they added a facial and skincare section to the salon. I decided to try it out. Nikki, the facial technician was incredible. She was extremely knowledgable and professional. I felt so rejuvenated that I made it a regular commitment to see her. I've tried other facial techs at other salon/spas and I would have to say Nikki is the best.

    Pros: Great facial service and knowledgable staff.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    09/03/2007 Posted by harinaleto

    I have been a customer of Salon Bravissimo for over 5 years. The staff is polite and courteous and always up to date on the latest trends in hair and color! Just look at the stylists! They always wear the cuts and colors themselves. Anyone in the Salon is Fantastic!! I was referred to Dana from one of her clients and now I too recommend her to anyone I know. I am fortunate to have a career that allows me to have different styles and colors and because of this I have had Dana take my hair from Pink to Black to Blonde to Red to Brunette from long to short then long again and always my hair has stayed in great condition. I also have her style my hair for events that I am attending. What I find the most refreshing about her is her honesty if I want something and it may not work she sets my expectations but allows me to make the choice. It’s my hair and I definitely want my choice but I trust her judgment. Everyone I recommend loves the outcome and the experience. So again I recommend Salon Bravissimo and any of the stylists but Dana is definitely my choice!

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    08/15/2007 Posted by tschmidt85

    Terri did such a wonderful job of highlighting and cutting my hair. She really paid attention to my needs and took the time to do it right. I strongly recommend.

    Pros: Attentive to details, clean, friendly staff, and online booking.

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful

     
    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    06/21/2007 Posted by leschnei

    I have been going to Salon Bravissimo for years and have seen many good stylists come and go. The quality of their stylists has always been consistently high. They are knowledgable and personable and I always leave feeling refreshed and like I have the right style for my hair. They are awesome!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    06/02/2007 Posted by pattiduncan

    Salon Bravissimo really takes it to another level with the incredible skincare services they offer. Nikki my aesthetician gives the most wonderful facials. Great hair and skin in one stop. Can't beat that.

    Pros: Great sylists, great service.

    Cons: none

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    05/26/2007 Posted by sammico83

    I am so impressed with the hair color I received at Salon Bravissimo. It is a good find when you track down someone that really understands color. Joy is absolutely amazing. Thank you and I love the salon atmosphere.

    Pros: Excellent hair coloring, friendly staff, wonderful environment.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    05/25/2007 Posted by corinawebster

    I have heard about eyelash extensions and was always interested in having it done. My lashes are short and stubby and I dread fake lashes. I did some research on the net and found Xtreme lashes. This is the company that most Hollywood stars are using. Then I found out that Salon Bravissimo offers this service. I am so glad that I had it done there. Jen, my technician was great! She did such a wonderful job I feel incredible. My eyes look so defined and alluring all my friends are just awe-struck when I told them that these will stay on for months at a time with some routine maintenance. I thought it would be hard to maintain the lashes. To my surprise, I don't even change anything from my lifestyle. I can still swim and do all of my activities. It is truly amazing how long lashes can change a person's look. I strongly recommend the service.

    Pros: Eyelash extensions are incredible. Looks great, easy to maintain.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    05/03/2007 Posted by jillian0120

    I recently moved to Sacramento and was looking for a new hair salon. I am so fortunate to have found Salon Bravissimo. My stylist is Joy and she is unbelievable. By far this is the best my hair has ever looked!!! She is so talented with her extensions service. I wanted a dramatic change from my short bob to silky long hair. She uses the Hairlocs system which does not use glues so your hair will not be damaged. I could not believe the results! I feel like a whole new person. Thanks Joy. Furthermore, the staff at Salon Bravissimo are very friendly and helpful. A+ customer service. Strongly recommend.

    Pros: Talented stylist, great customer service, very trendy atmosphere.

    Cons: Need to book appointment ahead of time, not too easy for walk-in appts.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    02/08/2007 Posted by jen74

    I've been going to Salon Bravissimo for more than ten years now and although stylists have come and gone, they've all been first rate which is why I've stayed a loyal customer all this time. They're not kidding when they say they do "precision cuts." I have very straight, very thick Asian hair and too many times I watched in dismay as an untrained stylist hacked away, leaving me with uneven bangs, or mismatched ends. That won't happen at Salon Bravissimo. Every stylist I have had there has been excellent. I've never been unhappy with a cut. And whenever I've told a stylist that I'm bored with my current 'do and would like to try something different, he/she has always suggested and executed a new style that wasn't too crazy, but was exactly what I needed. My current stylist, Eva, is by far my favorite, though. This woman is absolutely meticulous and will literally spend an hour or more cutting my hair. I always feel like a million bucks after she's done with me. She's friendly, courteous and has stayed late, past closing, for me. I believe Eva is one of the more experienced stylists at the salon, and believe me, she's worth every single penny.

    Pros: Stylists are highly skilled, receptionists are courteous, friendly and helpful

    Cons: none

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    02/02/2007 Posted by aundrea223

    I live in San Francisco and I would drive all the way to Salon Bravissimo just to get my hair done. I am very impressed with the appearance of the salon - very clean, neat, and organized, with a professional atmosphere. Most importantly, the friendly staff there provides excellent haircutting and hair coloring services. Before I went there, my hair was dried and damaged from the previous hair salon I visited, but after employing their services, the appearance of it had really improved. Believe it or not, some strangers had even stopped me on the streets to ask me where I get my hair done. Salon Bravissimo offers a wide range of products as well, and I would personally recommend the Bumble and Bumble products. I usually put a certain product of theirs on my hair after I dry it, and it really creates a silky appearance. Overall, I would rate this salon 10 out of 10 and would definitely recommend it to everyone!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    11/19/2006 Posted by lingling17

    I've been looking for a salon forever and I finally found Salon Bravissimo! I was very very satisfied with both haircuts and color! My whole family and friends love my hair. I even get complements from strangers. So some of my family start going there! It's amazing! They change my life, made me look a lot younger. I always go in the salon without knowing what I want and my stylist will give me a cut that I always love. Very natural as my friends and family say, it really matches my face structure! I love it.. Highly recommend this salon. Premium to the maxxxxxx! i don't think me nor any of my family members will go anywhere else! love it!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    11/19/2006 Posted by gingee

    I've found my lifesaver-- Joy! She is the best stylist anyone can ever dream of. Everytime I step into Salon Bravissimo, I have no idea what I want to do with my hair. However, everytime I step out of the salon, I am definitely 110% satisfied. Joy is very creative, she has a unique style when it comes to cut and coloring. She designs my hair according to the shape of my face, my head, and the texture of my hair. Because I have very thin hair, she cuts it in a way that will give me more volume. Every visit is a learning experience because she explains what she will do before she beginsI I love the excellent service, knowledgeable and experienced staff. You definitely need to try this place out. You will walk out looking and feeling GREAT!!!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    11/18/2006 Posted by swtluvenkisses

    Before I found Salon Bravissimo, my hair was horrible. My nick name was Curly and I always had my hair in a bun to prevent it from getting everywhere. Have the same problem? See Joy at Bravissimo! She has all the skills to make your dream of having straight hair without the frizzy aftermath. After recieving a Yuko hair straightening treatment from Joy, I never have to spend hours straightening my hair with a flat iron! I also recommend Joy for amazing hair cuts and coloring. After my appointments, I get tons of compliments on my hair! Joy, THANKS for your committment in helping me look and feel better!

    Pros: Very friendly staff

    Cons: ;

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    11/18/2006 Posted by robsullivan

    My wife bought me a hair service package at Salon Bravissimo. I feel like a whole new person with my new look. I can really see the difference in going to a high end salon. My stylist took the time to analyze what hairstyle and color matches my face. Thank you so much!

    Pros: High end beautiful salon.

    Cons: Very busy.

     

    5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

    09/02/2006 Posted by m_jay

    I am new to Sacramento. I was scared that I would never find someone as good as my stylist I had before. I got exactly what I asked for, color and cut.

    Cons: really busy

     

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    bazinga!

    Sacramento, CA

    3/10/2010

    Well ladies (and gentlemen) ... you're in for a treat when you go to Salon Bravissimo.

    When I first arrived at this salon, I had the following thoughts:
    -What is up with this location (it's hard to get to if you're not used to going down Fair Oaks Blvd. or have not been to Ettore's)
    -How are these stylists working in those shoes??!

    Anyways, you're quickly calmed by a smiling receptionist and your stylist who always promptly offers you a beverage. (SWEET!) The place is clean and professional, all the workers friendly and outgoing. You know you are getting a "stylish" hair cut/color/style whatever because EVERYONE looks like they just walked out of a fashion magazine... but in a good way. The atmosphere is more casual than many so-called "upscale salons" and by this I mean you never feel like the place is pretentious at all. A definite plus if you're like me and is really just an average person like me who wants a good looking haircut.

    All the services are prompt and quick. You get your hair shampooed and conditioned by the best stylist using the best products (easily my favorite part of the day). Throughout your appointment the friendliness and smiles continue. By the end of your treatment, you walk out feeling and looking great.

    I am personally a huge fan of HOLLY. She's easily the best stylist I've had ever. She is bubbly, fun, outgoing and best of all - she's one of the best listeners in the business! I've been to many stylist who tries simply to convince you to try the latest trend - many times with disastrous results. But never with Holly. Holly will really listen to what you want and work WITH you to get the outcome you desire. You walk out looking trendy without looking like everyone else or that you just pointed to the latest tabloid picture. She makes each cut and color yours. In addition to that, she is amazing to just talk to. =) Highly recommended!

     

     

    Kate zee L.

    What diet?

    Sacramento, CA

    2/1/2010

    I came here twice for eye brow and lash curl.. kind of a busy office. Not convenient...it took a little while after my appointment to be seen.

    They are very friendly though.

     

    Maeve R.

    Sloughhouse, CA

     
    7/14/2010

    Salon Bravissimo is the BEST in Sacramento HANDS DOWN...
    I have never had problems with my old hair dresser in a different area... But I went in to get bangs... well long story short the bangs she gave me where god awful... I freaked out and looked up where I could get hair extensions at to fix the mess of a hair cut. so the next morning I called at 9am soon as they where open... got a appointment set up with JOY for 10:30am for a consultation ..once I was finished she set me up after 30 mins to get hair extensions added in that day at 11:30am ... I don't know what salon in Sacramento that would do that???? it takes weeks to be able to set up a appointment for single lock in hair extensions. She fixed my hair emergency ... shes amazing at what she does!

     

     

    Costa Mesa, CA

    4/24/2009

    I've been coming to Salon Bravissimo since the 7th grade and I'm in my last year of college now. Amazing salon with stylists who actually know what they're doing. I've been going to Eva for years, as well as my mom, and Eva definitely knows what shes doing.  If you want great hair go to Salon Bravissimo and ask for Eva.  Shes SO good that I can just go there, sit down in the chair and let her work her magic and I've never been disappointed with my hair EVER.  

    I now live in the OC and no other salon/stylist can compare....even the high priced salons I've been to in Beverly Hills....no one can compare... I promise! I work as a server and a lot of my customers always ask who does my hair and I tell them I get it done back home in Sacramento.....and they're shocked. I think that says A LOT.  I just wish I could fly home to get my hair done more often.  

    Side Note: Eva's booked ALL THE TIME....so book in advance but all the other stylists are really talented too! I also really like Dehn.  So if you're in a hurry and want to take a cancellation spot, don't hesitate to try a different stylist. All simply amazing!

     

    Sacramento, CA

    1/23/2010

    I moved here from Ohio and kept putting off finding a new stylist. I've gone to the same stylist since my first hair cut over 20 years ago so needless to say I was worried about finding someone I trust that was decently priced like my former one. I looked on here and decided to give Eva a chance. I had looked on their website after I had the appointment and realized that there is a huge price range for hair cuts (46-70+) so I was a little worried about the price going into my appointment.

    Eva, who is older, was really nice and I liked that she gave me lots of tips of how to do my hair and which products to use. I can tell she is good at what she does. I wasn't too happy with how she styled my hair but I'm usually not (I just don't like all the volume stylists seem to like). Overall, I ended up with kind of a Rachel (from friends) hair cut which works for me but not exactly styling. Perhaps this is partly my fault though because I wasn't super clear on what I wanted (mostly I just wanted a trim with long layers b/c I'm growing my hair out).

    As for the price, it ended up being $58 plus tip which is more than what I like to spend but not sure I'd find anything much better here.

    As for the salon, I really liked it. They offer you a drink when  you get there and it's a nice salon. Oh, and google maps didn't give me the right directions but when I called they had directions as one of the options and they were great directions.

    I hope this helps!

     

     

     

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    Anon Y.

    Elk Grove, CA

    12/12/2009

    I've gotten my hair done at this place for a little more than a year. I chose to get my hair cut here because of the information they have online. They have a professional website (not just a myspace which is a turnoff to me. You got to spend money to make money!). They have their services and price range available so there are no surprises once you get there. They have a program where you can set your appointment online which is very convenient. You have to provide your card information to make an appointment.

    The location is a bit tricky to find if you don't know where it is. Parking is also hard to find during the weekends so I just suggest parking at the nearby parking lot which is usually empty. The people working at the front desk are friendly and the salon is pretty clean.

    My stylist is Julia and I love her! She's very friendly and makes sure to talk to you so you get exactly what you want. She's a great stylist. She tries to sell you products as it's her job but I don't think she's pushy about it. I've felt pressured to buy products before but I don't feel pressured with her. Oh and she's pretty too ;P If she works somewhere else I'll be sure to follow her.

     

    Laura-Alexis H.

    Apparently, I'm a hippie.

    Sacramento, CA

    1/12/2009

    I went here once based on reviews I found online. The staff are all VERY nice people, though some seem more real about it than others.

    I went to Jen and she listened carefully to my concerns and explained her idea for my hair. I can't remember the name of the assistant that washed my hair but she was one of the sweetest people I've encountered in a salon. Jen gave me a cut that made my hair feel much more healthy than it has in a long time. It's shiny and all the dead ends were gone. She took her time and talked to me about the different processes she was going through with my hair (cut, texturizing, etc) and I appreciated being included. The second time I felt like I was 'done wrong' as Jen used thinning shears on my easily damaged hair. The cut grew out frizzy from day one and I was just so bummed as I thought I 'd found my curly hair genius.

    I don't feel like I could get as fashion-forward a hair style here as I desire... It feels a little bit like a 90's salon when you walk in. The odor of hair dye hung in the air and there was a very classic layout to the salon. I'm used to some of the more unique set ups in midtown. It's clean and organized, though, I will give it that.

    I do like that they offer a variety of products, not just one brand. That shows that they aren't as brand-conscious as some salons are and I found that really cool.

    So, great people, good cuts, but maybe more for reserved people.

     

    John Z.

    Sacramento, CA

    6/7/2009

    I have been going here since I grew my hair back about a year ago. I am extremely picky with my hair and have been to almost every salon between here and SF with mixed results.  

    I would highly recommend Bravissimo and won't go anywhere else.  The service is great, atmosphere excellent and my stylist (Julia) is amazing.

    Sacramento, CA

    3/13/2010

    Ok, I had very interesting experience here. First and foremost though I'll talk about my hair. I've been bringing this picture around with me for a year or so trying to get someone to cut my hair right. I travel a lot for work so I tried salons in New York, North Carolina, Virginia and no one could get right. Joy got it dead on first time around. I really could not have been more happy with it. Few things I could've done without however....the $70 price tag b/c now i have to convince the hubby to let me go back,