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    Proper Beauty Ojai

    5.0 (14 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Bridal hair services

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    Applying hair extensions

    Hair extension coloring

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    Lisa I.

    Denise is a magician! Love my new Bixie! Come with a picture and leave with a portrait!

    Courtyard in front of the Salon. This is the view you look at while Denise works on your hair.
    Clara Y.

    This is the best experience I have ever had spending hours in a hair Salon!! I felt nurtured during and beautiful after. I have received so many compliments --- I have to post this review. I found this sanctuary through the Ojai magazine. The ad is tastefully executed and I felt I should give it a try. The salon is located in a courtyard /storybook kind of setting. Even it's rigth in the middle of downtown, but it just feels quiet and serene. The salon itself is very well lit and ventilated. Denise, the owner is so loving and kind, she listened thoroughly to understand what I envisioned for my hair, given this is my first visit to a salon since Covid, she got a lot to do. She executed everything beyond perfect: from coloring to cutting to Keratin treatment, I could not be more grateful of her skill and loving nature. I highly recommend this sanctuary for anyone who want to collaborate with a skilled artist to create the best new look.

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    Denise is the best! My hair has never looked better. Her skill with my long very thick hair is magical!

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    It's been over a decade since I've trusted any hairstylist (they never get it!) Denise does.

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    Rise - Ojai - Retail, waiting area, beverage station

    Rise - Ojai

    4.8(46 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    Had a fantastic experience at Rise today. My first time following my amazing stylist Nicole who is…read morea color and extensions genius!! The salon is a cute cottage on Ojai's eastside, with a porch swing, great interior decor, nice amenities, super friendly stylists!! Parking in a small lot or free 2 hour street parking.

    Nicole Cerrato at Rise in Ojai is a treasure and just as amazing as the other reviews suggest. I…read moregot the best, super flattering haircut, absolutely gorgeous color and adjusted highlights that a stylist at a different salon had done a mediocre job on before. I also got a consultation for extensions that I asked about for an upcoming event and feel confident about purchasing the ones she recommended. Nicole is such a pro who very obviously loves her job and to make sure you end up with exactly what you envisioned - in fact I couldn't have imagined my hair looking this great, so she exceeded my expectations. (Now I won't have to think about letting my hair go gray for a long time!) Nicole pampered me and ended up spending way more time with me than was originally scheduled, which I appreciated. I really enjoyed her company and will be her client forever. I'm thrilled I went with the recommendations I have found here and am sure you will be too. (Photo taken next day, having slept on it)

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    Rise - Ojai - Entry Hallway

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    Rise - Ojai - Stylist Nicole's genius cut and color

    Stylist Nicole's genius cut and color

    Rise - Ojai - Weird angle, so many lengths- I honestly have no words

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    Weird angle, so many lengths- I honestly have no words

    Glo West Beauty - Makeup and hair by Glo West

    Glo West Beauty

    4.5(82 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    This is a cute little shop on the main row in Ojai that boasts fragrances, self care luxuries, and…read moreblow outs. We stopped in and moisturized + my friend purchased several bottles of fragrance and bath bombs for our group to feast on during our trip. The salon is in the back hidden from the street and regular shoppers, which I appreciate because the fewer people who see me with wet slicked back hair, the better.

    I was introduced to stylist Denise Heller two years ago by a mutual friend. I was visiting Ojai…read morefrom San Francisco and was desperate for a cut and color. I absolutely loved what she did then so, when I returned over this Fourth of July week Denise was able to book me for a cut, color and brow shaping. She usually books up 2 to 3 weeks in advance but because of the holiday, and the shift in scheduling, she was able to fit me in. So grateful! Denise is gifted and can look at a person and tell them exactly what's needed to make them look their best. I decided to trust her because my hair had grown really long and she knew I wanted to keep the length. She did some beautiful framing around the face and used product that gave my hair a really high shine. I couldn't be happier. She also taught me how to blow dry properly and how to use teasing and a roller to give my hair some volume because it's very thin. She also had time to shape my brows properly. Not only that she's a great person to have "girl talk" with! I highly recommend her and the staff at Glo West. You Ojai locals are so lucky to have her. Update 7/6/2018: A reviewer below insinuated that I was solicited to write a positive review. This is not true. Businesses ask clients to "yelp" them all the time. My experience at Glo West was positive in 2016 and again on my return visit this past week. I took the time to write the review because I was very happy with how my hair and brows turned out. Kudos to Denise, who used to manage the coifs of the Hollywood set, and knows how to make a person look their best.

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    Glo West Beauty - Hair Extensions by Angela Clerou, NBR Certified

    Hair Extensions by Angela Clerou, NBR Certified

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    Hair by Stephanie

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    Hair color and extensions by Angela Clerou

    Cheek to Cheek Makeup & Hair Artistry

    Cheek to Cheek Makeup & Hair Artistry

    5.0(66 reviews)
    32.2 mi
    $$

    Dana & her team, Candice and Emerald, were absolutely phenomenal. Not only did they do a stellar…read morejob on hair and makeup for me and my bridesmaids, they were such a joy to spend the morning with. They are all masters of their craft and made me and my girls feel absolutely beautiful. My bridesmaids ranged from fair and freckled with straight fine hair to tan with curly locks, and Dana and her team flawlessly executed all of our looks and individual styles. I'm going to have to find another reason to hire them because I can't stop thinking about my wedding day look. Book them, you won't regret it!

    I absolutely LOVE Cheek to Cheek Artistry and will recommend them to all friends who get married in…read morethe future who want hair/makeup services. I spent hours researching hair/makeup vendors for weddings because I didn't want to end up looking like a raccoon on my wedding day. The thing that really sold me on Cheek to Cheek was that another reviewer had said that she cried most of the day and her makeup did not budge - I can now agree as I laughed, sobbed, and danced my way through the day and evening, and my makeup. Did. Not. Budge. (It did come off with makeup wipes after the wedding when I wanted it to) Cheek to Cheek Artistry is a wonderful company with incredible artists, I cannot imagine going with anyone else for that day. Shout out to Louie and Sam for being so amazing, and I am so happy I chose Cheek to Cheek artistry! I also want to mention that I did my trial for my engagement photos during a time when my skin was breaking out so badly and I had bumps and redness and even pus (I know, it was gross and traumatizing), and I had such low self-esteem. When I got to see the end result from my trial, I almost cried because I got to see myself without the blemishes which I had been living with for about a year at that point and was so worried would never go away. Even though my skin has recovered, I'll never forget the relief I felt looking in the mirror and knowing that no matter what kind of breakout I may develop before my wedding, Cheek to Cheek Artistry can take care of it. Cheers!

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    Cheek to Cheek Makeup & Hair Artistry
    Cheek to Cheek Makeup & Hair Artistry - AFTER Cheek to Cheek Artistry Makeup Trial

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    AFTER Cheek to Cheek Artistry Makeup Trial

    Blush & Bangs - Bridal Trial for Engagement Shoot

    Blush & Bangs

    5.0(26 reviews)
    15.8 mi
    $$

    I booked Blush and Bang for both bridal and maid of honor hair and makeup, originally for an…read moreelopement in Santa Barbara--but plans changed and we ended up having a backyard wedding in LA. The team was super flexible and easy to work with throughout all the changes. I had my trial with a different artist, she was amazing, but a few days before the wedding she went into labor! Suzy stepped in last minute and truly saved the day. She was fun, professional, and had such a great vibe--exactly the kind of energy you want on your wedding morning. Suzy made me look and feel beautiful with the soft, natural look I wanted. Everything held up perfectly all day. She even did a last-minute makeup session for my MIL without hesitation, which we really appreciated! Highly recommend Blush and Bang--Suzy is the best!

    I wanted to take a moment to send you a thank you note. Both your hair and makeup people you sent…read morefor the wedding were spectacular. They were so friendly and professional and wow, did they do a good job. Stephanie did my hair just as I wanted! And Felix was above and beyond! I get my makeup done about 2-3 times a year for events and this was by far the most beautiful and natural it has ever looked. My husband hates false eyelashes and when I told him this he said not to worry- and boy was he right. He loved my makeup. Thank you for being such an integral part of our wedding!!

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    Blush & Bangs - Bridal Trial for Engagement Shoot

    Bridal Trial for Engagement Shoot

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    Bridal Beauty On-the-Go - Love these artists! The owner Angela is in the center

    Bridal Beauty On-the-Go

    3.0(2 reviews)
    25.9 mi

    BBOTG did a trial for me and I fell in love with my hair and makeup. The artists are professional,…read moreeasy to talk to, down-to-earth, highly skilled, and all-around wonderful women. They made me feel at ease and did a terrific job in about 45 minutes, which was a lot faster than I was originally expecting. They work at the same time. The artists know each other well so there was a respectful and playful dynamic. Sometimes the makeup artist needing a few moments of no head movement to do things like eyeliner, and the hairstylist would ask the makeup artist to step back for before unleashing a big cloud of hairspray. It was just the perfect dynamic. I'm hiring them for my wedding in the Fall in Florida and I just can't wait!

    The main sales consultant communicated very well with me until 10/1/19 when I put down a $250…read moredeposit on a $310 service total for my wedding on 11/8/19. I have tried contacting them since and maybe received one response. Last night I received an automated email from a bankruptcy lawyer stating the business has "ceased all operations effective 10/24/19" but somehow my artist is still assigned to my event and I will need to contact my artist directly with the information given in the email. HOWEVER no contact information has been given for my artist other than the first name "Gaby." We called the business contact number - just rings and goes to voicemail. We called the attorney listed in the email - basically was told to leave my information, the name of the company and how much I'm owed and my name will be put on a list.. however the impression that is being given by the attorney is that it's not guaranteed I will receive the money back and he "knows nothing" about who to contact regarding the situation.. My wedding is in 2 weeks and now I am having to stress last minute to find a hair AND makeup stylist that is available on my date. It's literally impossible. It's very clear that the company had to of known they were filing for bankruptcy within this month, yet continued to book services and accept payments from people booking for future events. It is shocking to me how a company could so easily take advantage of people and is now causing multiple brides extra stress to find a new service provider for their wedding, with little to no time to do so. I will definitely be contacting the Better Business Bureau.

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    Bridal Beauty On-the-Go
    Bridal Beauty On-the-Go

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    Bohème - The hair team at Bohème!

    Bohème

    4.2(5 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    I've been a loyal client of this salon and of Jen for nearly eight years, always receiving…read moreconsistent results and trusting her fully with my hair. Unfortunately, my most recent appointment in September was one of the most upsetting experiences I've ever had with a professional, and I feel it's important to share what happened so others know what to expect. I came in for the same highlight service I've received for years, right before an important weekend of extended family photos. For the first time, something went very wrong: my natural base color-- which has never been touched in eight years-- was visibly lifted. My hair looked washed out, too warm, and completely unlike every result I had ever had from her. I sent photos immediately, and she agreed at first that the highlights didn't lift correctly. She offered to come in on her day off, which I appreciated, but the correction did not fix the problem. Instead, I was told that the issue was because my hair "wasn't clean enough," and she strongly defended her brand-new assistant, even though the only difference between this appointment and every previous one was that the assistant applied the toner. I raised my concerns respectfully, but was met with dismissal, defensiveness, and comments that felt extremely invalidating and gaslighting-- including being told that maybe my emotional life was the reason I didn't like my color. This was particularly hurtful, because what I was seeing in the mirror was very real. She eventually issued a refund, but never apologized for the mistake, never took responsibility, and--most disappointing--never once attempted to fix it or reach back out to make it right. I reached out again with kindness, clarity, and photos, explaining exactly what was still wrong with the color. She never responded. It has now been two months with no follow-up whatsoever. Because of the result, my family photos that weekend were ruined for me. I have spent months feeling unlike myself due to the dramatic change to my natural base color. A highly reputable stylist in a nearby town reviewed my before-and-after photos and confirmed that what happened was not my fault, that the base was clearly lifted, and that the way the situation was handled was unprofessional and disappointing--especially given my eight-year loyalty. Thankfully, this new stylist is now helping me correct the damage over a series of appointments to return my hair to the natural, flattering color I used to have. It genuinely saddens me to write this review. I valued the years of trust I had here and I had hoped for accountability, a sincere apology, or even a simple willingness to help me correct the issue. None of that happened. I'm sharing this so others know that if something goes wrong, you may not receive the honesty, care, or responsibility you would expect from a professional. My hope is that no other long-term client has to experience the same level of dismissal or emotional distress I went through. If the owner ever chooses to reach out and sincerely make this right, I would be glad to acknowledge that. But as of today, two months later, that has still not happened-- and that is the most disappointing part of all.

    I love this salon! This is an all-female salon, with some creative, professional and wonderful…read morepeople working there. My hairdresser is Nicolette, and she has been wonderful. Their products are all botanicals, super clean and really nice. The vibe is so sweet and friendly! It's a really friendly atmosphere, full of people who enjoy their jobs and love their customers. I highly recommend this salon. It's a great place to get your hair done.

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    Bohème - The color I got (left) and was not corrected to vs what I always ask for and  would received.

    The color I got (left) and was not corrected to vs what I always ask for and would received.

    Bohème - The washed out color I'm have now - 2 mos later- no reply.

    The washed out color I'm have now - 2 mos later- no reply.

    Bohème - What I normally expect

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    What I normally expect

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