Brian was amazing!!! I was a little apprehensive about going to a non African American stylist to cut my hair but after the experience I had, I threw caution to the wind and decided to try Brian out since I had read so many great reviews on him. Prior to Brian, I had a really bad haircut. The person had cut the middle of my hair shorter than the rest of my hair and I had these really odd layers so I decided to Big Chop again to get things going on a more even note. He gave me the cutest tapered TWA. I was unsure initially because I cut off a lot of hair but everyone loves it! He and his staff were the best, they made me feel at home and I really enjoyed the experience.
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by naturalcurlyqt (Curly Kinky - 3c) on Mar 04, 2012
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Brian is the best stylist I have been to. For about 3 years I have been trying to find someone that could do a good job on my hair. He cut my hair perfectly-- the curls are defined, not frizzy, and layered just right. He listened carefully to what I wanted and made it look even better than I hoped. He was also very helpful in informing me about the best way to take care of my hair.
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by karakrebs (Wavy Whirly - 2c) on Jan 23, 2012
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Brian himself has well-maintained type 3 hair. He doesn't strictly follow the CG method, but he is very knowledgeable about silicones, sulfates, and other things affecting curly hair. Everyone at the salon was very friendly to me. I'm giving Brian a 4 because my hair ended up being a little more frizzy than I would have liked, but he cut it well and I was able to style it the way I like when I got home. The best part? He wasn't pushy at all. He didn't insist on taking off more of my length than I wanted, he didn't push any products, and he didn't pressure me to make another appointment.
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by Maganda (Wavy Whirly - 2c) on Nov 12, 2011
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Bryan
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Bryan does wonders with my curls. He does an excellent trim (won't CUT unless specifically asked to) and makes recommendations on products. He takes his time and explains what he is doing to make sure that it's something that can be duplicated at home. He discusses in detail the specific benefit of each product and doesn't try to sell you only what's stocked in his store. I've never had an appointment where I was waiting to see him or where someone else was waiting while I was. He is very aware of schedules and takes an effort to make you feel as if you are the only client in the world. I am so happy that I found him!
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by Seaniams (Curly Kinky - 3c) on Dec 30, 2010
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Brian
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Sorry but Brian doesn't have the true curly hair technique when it comes to cut and color. Natural curly hair requires a special technique when highlighting too. Didn't find it here.
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by kitkatt (Curly Spirally - 3b) on Dec 06, 2010
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The man is WONDERFUL. I am having a hard time putting into words how great my hair looks. After he got done working his magic, I just could not believe my eyes. It is the first time in years that I have left a salon and not gone home to rewash and style my hair. I made a followup appointment before leaving, another first in years.
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by Lily's Mom (Curly Twirly - 3a) on Sep 20, 2009
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Brian
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I have been going to this salon for about 2 years after finding it on NatCurly.com and I have to say thatBrian is the very BEST!! He has curly hair himself so he is very familiar with the craziness of going and staying curly. His clients always look fabulous when they leave his chair. He is funny and very patient. More importantly he can REALLY do anything with curly hair. He leaves us looking like we have movie star hair that we can actually keep up with ourselves!! I really can't say enough about him! Short of moving FAR away he will be my sylist for life. My hair is eternaly grateful for having found this gem of a stylist. THANK YOU BRIAN for always making me feel and look beautiful!!(Let me just say that that is no easy task either)
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by lovemycurlz (Curly Spirally - 3b) on Dec 09, 2008
Bryan is great - I just found him after searching this website. He gave me a fabulous haircut. Thank you, Bryan!!
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by Bricia (Wavy Whirly - 2c) on Mar 05, 2008
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BRIAN
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BRIAN BRIAN BRIAN WILL YOU MARRY ME. That's what I said to Brian after he finished my do. I am biracial and could never find anyone to do my hair. I literally had not had my hair done in 9 years because everywhere I went they didnt know how to do it. All I wanted was my hair blow dried straight and I had had it done enough times to know that it is supposed to be like silk when it's done but no one in 9 years seemed to know how to do it. Then I saw Avalon listed here on Naturallycurly.com and gave them a try and Brian hooked my doo up! If you have biracial curly hair and want that silky straight look without chemicals and crap in your hair, look no further than Brian at Avalon.
P.S. Brian answered my proposal, "I have a husband already girl!" :-D I LOVE IT!
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on Feb 28, 2007
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Bryan
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I have been going to Bryan for more years than I can count (12?) - back before he opened Avalon. He has been with me through long, VERY long, medium and short styles and has always made my hair look great. I am looking forward to another change when I go in 2 weeks. I would definitely recommend him, but he is VERY busy, so plan on booking 3 weeks out!
