I have been going to this salon for 10+ years now, and while I have explored other salons, I have not found one that matches this salon in terms of quality. Emile is a large salon, with many talented stylists, so it can seem a bit difficult to navigate when looking for someone that can cater to your specific needs. I am a bit of a floater, and tend to go to whoever is available when I feel inspired to change my hair. While this could be disastrous at other salons, I am generally thrilled with my hair regardless of who does it. There is just so much talent here! I have very course, curly hair, and for a while I received relaxers from Sandra. She was able to maintain the health of my hair and reduce my frizz without leaving my hair pin straight and dull. Sandra is great with all types of hair, and hilarious to boot. My mom has been going to Jade for years, and my sister prefers Steven. Of course I have had some not so great experiences throughout the years, but that is expected. If you have specific desires (ethnic hair, color specialists, updos), you can ask the nice girls at the front desk to point you in the right direction. They are all very familiar with all of the hairdressers, and should be able to recommend the ideal stylist for you. I think that the prices are normal for this area, but some might find the salon to be slightly pricey. Give it a try!
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