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    Paola's Beauty Studio

    4.9 (31 reviews)
    ModerateHair Salons
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    Bridal hair services

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    Miriam W.

    I went to her once earlier this year for a trim, but wanted something completely different this time - I had vague ideas about layers to take off all the weight, and a bleach and dye with some fun color. Paola took my nebulous input and made my hair look fun and amazing! Will definitely go back again, I love how she got a great play of colors going on the top layer! She rents a booth at Classic Beauty and so is available weekends only - Sundays are best, the rest of the studio is empty so you don't feel busy and rushed.

    Amanda C.

    I got my hairs cut by @ha.paola yesterday! She gave my colorful hair new life and magic!!! She's a true hair artist with cuts and color!!! I watched her dye my hair many times and got brave enough to do it on my own! I've been getting my hair cut and colored with Paula for over five years!!! And I'm so grateful to know this wonderfully lovely creative human!!! Paula is incredibly talented! You can tell that cutting and dying hair is her art! Her cuts always grow out so excellently and if I hadn't caught "the hair as art" bug as well I would have her color my hair all the time! And I always trust her to just do her magic! She is amazing and a true gem!

    Ami S.

    Paola does flawless work equal to the best of Hollywood stylists I've had over the years. She is a true pro because, like the real Hollywood stylists to the stars, she is humble, listened to what I needed, and truly loves her art, always a hallmark of the best. I would gladly pay double.

    Angel G.

    I'm still a very local customer of Paola.. and now my son is also a regular customer too! He explains Paola how he would like his haircut done and it looks great every time

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    Michelle D.

    Ever since I was introduced to Paola's Beauty Studio by Nudgit I have never gone back to my old hair dresser. Paola is AMAZING and she definitely made my hair beautiful with her skill and knowledge about Asian hair and the long process it takes to remove black hair color (from a previous hair dresser) while preventing major damage. She really walked me through the process and I always leave her Studio loving my hair. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a friendly, professional and hair magic maker. Thanks so much Paola!

    Yay!!!! I got my mane back!!!!!!

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    Amazing job she gave me a good haircut I've been going to her for a few months always gets me good

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    My daughter and I have been going to Paola's now for many, many years. She's patient and very artistic. You have to try her!

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    Paola gives a really great men's haircut. She should charge more and I still would go to her.

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    Paola is wonderful. Got highlights in my hair. Very clean place. Great price and great service!

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    “While working on my hair she was super sweet and helpful, answering all my noob-ish questions relating to proper hair care and styling.”

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