Flying isn?t on my list of favorite things to do but I gladly make the four hundred or so mile trip from SF for the absolutely amazing cuts and color at the Doves salon, or more specifically, for those done by Nicole Leal. There is nothing cookie cutter about the whole process?the color is always artfully and elegantly done to suit your personality and lifestyle (she makes sure it?ll grow out more subtly if you don?t color your hair as often , or gives you options?part it one way and its more vibrant, style your hair a different way and its more toned down), as is the haircut, which is always the perfect balance of what you want (or think will look good on you) and what actually does make you look awesome coming out of the salon and for weeks after. It?s not easy to find a stylist who really knows what he or she is doing, and yes, hair grows, but not fast enough to erase a bad cut or the memory of one? the last five years of consistently great hair is thanks to Nicole. The salon itself reflects the caliber of its owners and their top notch stylists, very high end and modern yet comfortable and non-intimidating. I love it.
Pros: the obvious. great hair. and free parking, coffee, warm and friendly ambiance
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