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  Jason

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  First, let me start off by saying my hair texture is type 4. I went to the salon for a really drastic cut. I wanted a type of tapered fro and gave Jason complete license to do as he saw fit. I am really happy and excited about the results. I have never had hair this short and am realizing the many styling possibilities and reduced maintenance time. He used a combination of products (Whipped Curls, Hydrafusion, Climate Control Gel, Mongongo OIl) and my hair is still light and soft. Every one at the salon was welcoming, the atmosphere was relaxed. One caution would be that he is a bit heavy handed, so if you have a tender scalp let him know. However, he asked me and he will definitely ask you too. Most importantly, he was excited to do my hair. I have had experiences before where a stylist instantly becomes deflated when s/he sees my tight curly hair. That was not the case here, at all. If you want to try something new and are concerned about the cut suiting your personality, I would recommend this salon.

  Reviewed by cocodej (Coily Springy - 4a) on Dec 03, 2012

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  Ayanna

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  The best salon hands down. I have been almost everywhere in Manhattan and these stylists know how to do curls! The products are superior and not only do they hold but frizz is nowhere to be found in my curls. I have been going for 12 years and think every curly head should experience Ouidad and her team of miracle workers!

  Reviewed by ktmm15 (Curly Spirally - 3b) on Apr 05, 2011

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  none

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  I didnt actually get my hair done there, it was my sister and she has real kinky hair. We mostly went to the dominican hair salon down the street from where we lived but when she found out about Ouidad she was excited. SO we went there and the hair job they did on her was fantastic her hair liked soft and moisturized.

  Reviewed by Lioness893 (Curly Spirally - 3b) on Feb 26, 2011

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• Stylist:

  ayanna

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  I only went once, was a hair model and she was the stylist/educator. She listened to my concerns and what I ultimately wanted. I came out looking exactly like I wanted and actually better than I imagined. It was definitely a blessing because I would not normally be able to afford even a phone call with her. Thanks to Ouidad for the oppportunity.

  Reviewed by dhanks (Curly Coily - 3c) on Dec 20, 2010

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• Stylist:

  Cypriano

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  If you are looking for a curly hair expert and artist, then go to Cypriano. He has unique talent for knowing the best cut and color for my face/hair and they are the most long-lasting treatments that I have ever experienced. I have lived in Switzerland for the past 5 years, but only Cypriano cuts/colors my hair. Even though I can only make it to New York 4 or 5 times per year, my hair has never looked or felt better.

  Reviewed by Lisaa S (Curly Twirly - 3a) on Jul 28, 2010

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• Stylist:

  Virginia

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  I was very excited to go to a salon with specialists on my type of hair. It was a great salon with nice people and good service. My stylist, Virginia gave me a pretty good cut so that my hair didn't look like a triangle. My hair was styled very well and was completely flawless and bouncy. Ouidad is a great salon and I recommend it for anyone with curly hair.

  Reviewed by JBallerina (Curly Twirly - 3a) on Jul 27, 2010

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• Stylist:

  Ouidad

  Review:

  I went to Ouidad Salon and had an appointment with Ouidad herself. I splurged and paid A LOT of money to have her do my hair. I had read a ton of reviews on the Ouidad website all raving about their experiences. NOT TRUE. Ouidad kept me waiting for 1/2 hour, while taking her regular clients that showed up after me. Her 'assistant' does most of the work, and Ouidad yelled at her saying she wasn't talking enough to me in describing what she was doing and fined her assistant $10,all in front of me. Ouidad would stick me under a hair dryer and leave me,after 3 hrs. of being ignored with a wet head, and being shoved under dryers or my head wet sitting in the chair, I finally started showing my frustration. Ouidad herself was chatting up her regular clients and didn't look twice at me. I was there a total of 3.5 hours and Ouidad apologized. Was it worth it? No. Not to pay for her AND an arm/leg for all the products they sell you. While I like the products, thats where she makes all her money. I never went back. I also left work early for this treatment.

  Reviewed by synergysol (Curly Spirally - 3b) on Mar 09, 2010

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  ??

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  I can't remember the stylist, but it was definitely not worth the money. My hair was stiff and dry. I washed it the same day with Pantene. I don't think the salon really knows how to deal with very curly types, maybe slight waves but not serious thick, curls. I should have had a clue, of the two stylists, the one who did my hair had a bad weave and the other had bone-straight, relaxed hair. So much for embracing natural curls.

  Reviewed by curlynyc on Jan 07, 2010

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• Stylist:

  Cypriano

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  I recommend without hesitation seeing Cypriano at Ouidad salon. I have loyally followed him from the salon he worked at previously because I am that devoted to how he cuts my naturally curly hair. He has a keen ability to understand what cut looks best on a person. He is not afraid of curly hair and is able to manipulate it in a way that shows off his expertise. Aside from his talent with curly hair, he is a great person who is a pleasure to get to know. He listens to his clients and will make your curls beautiful! If you are considering Ouidad for the first time, book with Cypriano. You won't be disappointed.

  Reviewed by KatieB on Nov 23, 2009

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• Stylist:

  Ayanna

  Review:

  If you asked me about my experience the first time I visited the Ouidad salon, I would have highly recommended it. However, since then, I have been to numerous high-end curly salons in Manhattan & CT and have to say that Ouidad is a waste a money. The cut is okay, but I've had better for cheaper. The Ouidad staff does teach you some good techniques to manage your hair though.

  Reviewed by Violet712 (Curly Twirly - 3a) on Sep 08, 2009

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• Stylist:

  Not Sure :-(

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  After struggling with my curly Q's most my life I finally found myself at the doorsteps of Ouidad aka The Queen of Curly Hair. You walk into an open airy salon that is extremely professional but somehow friendly and comforting. Instantly I notice all these curly heads I am surrounded by and in a world of pin straight envy surprisingly I feel confident and quite normal. After being shampooed and conditioned I sat in front of a mirror and had my hairdresser actually explain to me exactly how my hair truly is. For the 1st time in my adult life I didn’t feel overwhelmed or misunderstood, I didn’t feel like I had to apologize for my curls. Then the cut started, now this is normally the point where I am beginning to break out in a cold sweat for fear my hair is going to be chopped and butchered. Ok maybe not a cold sweat, but I am normally nervous and for some reason even never being there before I feel calm. I think it was because she explained to me how at Ouidad they have a haircutting technique that is specifically designed for us curly girls. The cut is designed to have my curls puzzle piece together instead of lying on top of one another. She further explained to me exactly why she had chosen the Tame line for my curls and how I can get this very look at home. The technique of applying product is called the “Rake & Shake” and it really is just that. My stylist sectioned my hair in four and then she would pull a little bit of hair out at a time. She raked the product through the small section of hair with her fingers and once she got to the ends she held up the hair and shook it. After the product was applied evenly through out my hair she blow dried (with a diffuser). When she spun me around to look in the mirror I simply could not believe how great my hair looked. I had never seen the perfectly formed spirals I was looking at. Although my hair had product in it, it felt as if it didn’t. It was soft and defined; I don’t even think I have ever used those two words in the same sentence while describing my hair. As I ran my fingers through my locks I knew there was product in my hair, but I had never felt my hair so soft and silky without having it straightened. My fingers didn’t get caught in it one time. Now normally I leave a salon only to grin and bare the style all the way home so I can run into my bathroom rinse out whatever goop they put in my hair as quickly as possible and apply my products. However, this was different. I really hoped I could get this look at home. I was actually sent home with notes and an entire brochure on the products and how to apply them. I definitely had to work on maintaining my look once I got home. The 1st couple of times I applied the product I did struggle a little. I mean I am not a hairdresser and it is a completely different technique then anything else I have every tried to use in my hair. I am happy to say after a couple of tries I must admit my hair looks salon good everyday! I have people ask me on a weekly basis how I get my hair to shine and look so good. I always tell them go see Ouidad!

  Reviewed by OuidadCurlyGirl (Wavy Curvy - 2b) on Nov 19, 2008

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• Stylist:

  OUIDAD

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  For years I struggled with dry and frizzy hair. My trip to the OUIDAD salon was the best thing that I have done for myself in a long time. I have read the reviews on this board- I don't get it. My hair has never been so well conditioned and frizz free. Maybe it is the styling when you got home that is a problem for you. It is a technique. You have to get out of the old pattern of twisting and scrunching that frizzes hair. It has been one year- best money I have spent and the best experience I have had in a salon in my life. Give it another try for those of you who had a poor experience- you will be glad you did. It is worth every penny!

  Reviewed by luvmylocks on Oct 09, 2008

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• Stylist:

  Ana, Ayanna, Anila

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  I have been getting my hair cut at Ouidad for about 3 years and have used Ana, Ayanna and Anila. All are amazing. I have never left with a bad cut. They explain the products and how to style your hair. I go home knowing that if I end up with frizzy hair it is most definitely not the cut or the products, but my inability to style my hair. It takes an extra 5 minutes to style, but worth every dime and minute of your time.

  Reviewed on Sep 19, 2007

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• Stylist:

  Vincent

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  I had been Japanese straightening my hair for five years and was ready to stop damaging my hair and let my curls come back. I wanted to just get all the straightened area chopped off, but Vincent talked me out of it, explaining my hair would end up being extremely short and I would not likely be happy with it. Instead he expertly cut (carved/sliced) my hair into a style that would work for this growing out period and showed me step-by-step how to take care of and style it on my own. This new hair-style drew raves from friends and colleagues - "adorable, trendy, stylish and cute" were the words most used. Although its still not easy to deal with hair thats 1/4 curly and 3/4 straight, a fantastic cut helps immensely... and allows me to keep some length! I am a fan of Vincent and Ouidad.

  Reviewed on May 19, 2007

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• Stylist:

  Alex

  Review:

  I have been very skeptical about going to salons because my hair is so curly. Most of them say they know how to deal with curly hair but they don’t. I have had bad experiences with many salons during my adolescence years, which is the reason why I simply stop wearing my hair curly and started to wear my hair straight. This year I finally said that I would research and find a salon that would specialize in curly hair. I did a lot of research, which brought me to the Quidad Salon. Their education center helped me understand what my curl pattern was, what I was doing wrong, in terms of how to apply products, and taking care of my mane overall. Quidad’s assistant Alex did my hair and she is amazing! For one thing, they specialize in all kind of curlies. Course, fine, thick, and dry hair curlies. What’s nice is that they don’t over charge you the extra’s or just because you have a full head of hair or something like that. They go by length and not by bulk. I would recommend them to whoever wants to return to the curly haired lifestyle.

  Reviewed on May 01, 2007

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• Stylist:

  Anna

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  I live in California and fly out to have Anna do my hair. She is fantastic. I used Ouidad's products for a little while and decided to schedule a salon appt when I accompanied my husband to a conference in NYC. This was 4 years ago. Only once did I let someone local touch my hair after not being able to get out to NY because of work. Never again. It was as disappointing as I thought it would be. Anna just fixed it and my hair looks great again. My only negative would be that I don't recommend the softening treatment. It was harsh and burned my scalp a bit. Besides, my hair looks better with all its natural curl. :-)

  Reviewed on Apr 11, 2007

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• Stylist:

  Ayanna

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  Ill be honest, ive never had a great haircut. I have had Ouidad certified people cut my hair in the past but i was never sold on it. When I was in NYC this summer visiting family, I made an appointment at the Ouidad salon. Ayanna was great. My haircut was great. My hair has not been the same. I honestly will not get my hair cut any where else, because nothing compairs. The ouidad products are great, and my hair is so much more managable. I higley recomend it to everyone!!

  Reviewed on Feb 14, 2006

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