Embrace the "shock loss"! Since Dr Wasserbauer was so thorough in explaining the process to me I…read morewas actually excited when I hit the shock loss phase. I knew that meant my hair was about to make a huge comeback! I researched who was the very best in the hair restoration industry and found Dr Wasserbauer just up the road in Walnut Creek. It's been a year since my procedure and I am ecstatic with the results. My hair looks natural. People who did not know me before would never guess I had a hair transplant. Friends of mine who have had this procedure done elsewhere regret not going to Dr Wasserbauer after seeing my results. Thank you Dr Wasserbauer and team!

My experience with California Hair Surgeons was disappointing from the initial consultation through…read morethe follow-up care. At my first consultation with the doctor, before we even really discussed my hair, she began pointing out other things about my face that she thought I should have fixed. That immediately made me uncomfortable and set an unfortunate tone for the experience. I was originally quoted approximately 2,000 grafts/units for $15,000. When it came time to pay, however, I was suddenly told I needed approximately 3,000 for $18,000. I felt significant pressure from the receptionist to agree to and pay the higher amount. I was uncomfortable enough with that interaction that I called back and spoke with the gentleman who had originally helped arrange my procedure. After explaining my concerns and that I was reconsidering moving forward, I was told they would provide the additional units at no charge. Yet on the day of my procedure, I was told that I only needed approximately the original number I had initially been quoted. As a result, the additional units I had been told would be provided never materialized. The entire situation left me confused about why the estimate had increased so substantially in the first place. The procedure-day experience was also disappointing. I had been instructed to arrive promptly at a specific time in the morning, but when I arrived, I waited approximately 20 minutes for someone to show up. During the procedure, I was actually awakened by staff talking extremely loudly about their weekend right next to my ears. I asked if they could please lower their voices, and I found their response rude and dismissive. When you're undergoing an expensive medical procedure and are already in a vulnerable position, that is not the environment you expect. Post-procedure communication was another major issue. I was given two instruction sheets containing conflicting information, which made an already uncomfortable and stressful recovery more confusing. I also don't feel that shock loss was adequately explained to me beforehand. Experiencing it without understanding what was happening was genuinely frightening. I'm also disappointed with the long-term planning of my hairline. Rather than designing and creating a new hairline, grafts were placed behind my existing hairline. As my original hairline has continued to thin/recede, the transplanted area no longer creates the natural-looking hairline I had hoped for. I wish the possibility of continued hair loss and how that could affect the final appearance had been discussed and planned for more thoroughly. Finally, I expected meaningful follow-up after such a significant and expensive procedure. I was never contacted for the six-month photos/follow-up that I understood would be part of the process. Hair restoration is a major financial and emotional investment. I spent thousands of dollars trusting this practice with something deeply personal to me. Unfortunately, the changing estimates, sales pressure, procedure-day experience, conflicting aftercare instructions, lack of preparation for shock loss, concerns about the long-term hairline design, and lack of follow-up left me disappointed with the overall experience. David Schmidt

Great job! I called in a jam because my stylus did not show up for our scheduled appointment. My…read moredisappointment was a blessing in disguise. Miracles did my hair better than my now old stylus. My next appointment will be at Miracles. Very professional.

Great personal service. Each person I contacted went way beyond and provided excellent service. I…read morechoose the perfect products with their help and they even had me sit in one of their chairs and they fitted the wig on me. Showing me a number of options. I will definitely be back.

Long review alert lol…read more Nenefua (Cynthia) is all sorts of wonderful :))) I first met her 10 years ago (when her shop was on Adeline in Berkeley). She did my crochet braids with body wave hair. It looked like a human hair weave and was gorgeous! Lots of compliments! She just did my hair for the second time -- 10 years, 1 cross-country move, and lots of life events later. Since 10 years ago, I only got braids (crochet braids) twice, and I only let my play sister do them lol. Ummmmm... otherwise, I knew I needed to wait until I was back in the Bay Area for Nenefua to do my braids. This time she did beautiful, very small, very long Senegalese twists (what we call micro, but what she told me aren't really micro lol). She provided beautiful synthetic hair (extra, reasonable cost) that looks and feels like human hair. Love it!! Her excellent work, personality and calm demeanor make her my braider -- well-worth the cross-country trip!

Amazing quality-- not only the final product, but also my time spent in the chair…read more I had the pleasure of having my hair done by NanaEfuwa (Cynthia) today and was not disappointed. My lower back length Senegalese twists are all that I wanted-- and more. Upon arrival, we had a consultation where she took the time to patiently walk me through the process of understanding cost of the service as having three variables: 1) girth/size of braid (from micro to jumbo--she even has a standardized ring to help you decide), 2) length of the braid from the scalp (shoulder length, mid-back, etc.) and 3) density of the braids (how many braids will be placed in your hair given the other two variables). I had a LOT of questions--primarily how she would be able to make braids that were durable on hair that was recently tapered and less than an inch long in some parts. After ensuring I was happy with the intersection of what I desired and what was possible (as well as all feeling good about the price), we started the process. First, it was quite the visual experience watching her blend hair colors. From my description of "medium brown with light brown/golden tones", she took three different colors and started turning them together in her hands, personalizing my hair bundles. She said no two of her clients ever have exactly the same color-- what an unexpected delight! After having me approve of the final hair, she started braiding. I appreciate her checking in with me to ensure I was happy with a few test rows before reaching a point where it would not have been as easy to pivot (she didn't need to change anything, but I appreciate the question). I also benefitted greatly from the stillness offered in her salon. I closed my eyes and enjoyed silence (even nodded off a few times), engaged in captivating conversation, stared at degrees on the wall and wondered "What happened to Julie?"** and watched a master beautician impart her knowledge onto the next generation through apprenticeship. Overall, I am so grateful a ChatGPT prompt for "low-tension braiders in the Bay Area" displayed her shop. NanaEfuwa specializes in taking care of the scalp and your hair (as well as your entire being), so in addition to using natural products, she utilizes specific techniques to hold the braid in slight counter traction to oppose the pull generated while braiding. Between me, NanaEfuwa or Una holding the braids at various times, the entire process was at most uncomfortable-- never painful. I wanted to write this review to thank NanaEfuwa and help others to make a great decision to reach out. I have found my Bay Area Braider and maybe even a new friend! **look at the two "Board Member" signatures on the degrees and compare 2018 to 2022. Of course, you have to book a service to sit in her chair to do so. You should. :-)

I had such a great experience at Physicos Aesthetics and wanted to leave a review because he truly…read moretakes the time to educate his clients, not just perform treatments. He's knowledgeable about skin health and does an amazing job explaining what your skin may or may not need when it comes to lasers and other treatments. I never feel pressured into doing anything unnecessary, which I really appreciate. I've had lip filler done by him multiple times, and the results are always beautiful, natural, and consistent. He has a very skilled and thoughtful approach, and you can tell he genuinely cares about achieving the best outcome for each person. Highly recommend!

Had the best experience ever!!! Came for lip filler and left informed and with the most beautiful…read morelips. He took his time and made sure I was comfortable and explained everything from start to finish. Highly recommend, I will be back soon for more of his devices! Thank you soooo much!!

Shyann is amazing! My hair has grown so much under her care. She is so knowledgeable and a true…read moreprofessional. My hair is natural and she has straightened my hair without damaging it. She knows what she is doing. Her space is a nice and a great environment. I'm able to relax and have some self care while in her chair.

I have had several procedures with Dr. Rosanelli. All have gone extremely well. He has been very…read morethorough and explained before each visit what to expect. I actually had a question after my last procedure which was on a Friday and was going to call him Monday morning, but he called me on Sunday to check in! Responsive and dedicated to making sure things go well. I highly recommend him.

Dr. Rosanelli is great at what he does. Great environment and a staff that's excellent. One price…read moreincludes all office visits, there's no nickle and dime'n you. I highly recommend him for your hair restoration!

Lolli is a nice lady and a professional when she cuts hair or creates hair designs…read more Riza is also fast when fixing or adding hair to hair systems. Now Loli has her daughter working there and they make a great team!

I have worn over 60 hairpieces since the 1980's. Since my hair is now too thin on the sides, I…read moreneeded a full hairpiece to cover the sides of my head as well. Secondly, I wanted to buy a very short hair style, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch long - similar to what actor William Shatner uses. Lolly confirmed she knew the style of William Shatner's hair. I even showed her a box of 4 older hairpieces I used to wear that were all too small and did not blend into my thin hair on the sides. She charged me $1,012 for the hairpiece. As she was creating my head mold, I was unable to see myself in the mirror, so I asked her, "Is this going to come down lower on the sides?" She answered that I should have confidence in her because she has some customers that drive or fly hundreds of miles just to see her. Three months later, the new hairpiece arrived. It was NOT a full hairpiece that could cover the sides of my head! It was the same exact small oval size as all my other older hairpieces that are all too small. She insisted that she style it for awhile. An hour later, I had short hair on he top like I wanted, but there just wasn't enough hair on my own head on the sides to blend in the hairpiece effectively. She told me my own hair was too short and that I should let my hair grow longer. When I came back about 4 weeks later (my hair grows slow) she tried styling it again. But my hair style looked like a "minnie Mullet" being longer on the sides, and short and spikey on the top. I hated it. But now, the 30-day "Satisfaction Guaranteed" clause of my buyer's contract was expired. She denied that I ever told her I wanted a larger hairpiece that would cover my whole head. She became tense and argumentative when I told her that I did not receive what I had requested and paid for. No apology or refund was offered, however. This hairpiece is no different than the old ones I already had- except that I paid $1,012 instead of the usual $125 I pay for Chinese made hairpieces of the same small size, content and style. WARNING: My advice to anyone getting a hairpiece from Lolly: Get every word WRITTEN DOWN ON PAPER! Otherwise, you will later be made out to look like a fool or a liar. After 30 years, this is the only bad deal I every got from a hair replacement technician.

I've opted to break my experience/review of my hair transplant procedure here down into segments…read morefor a bit of coherency The initial consult: Parsa Mohebis office was a wonderful experience. The staff was incredibly friendly on arrival, offering beverages and a book. Dr. Gujrati was right on time for our consultation and brought me into his office to explain the procedure and worked with me on how we could possibly achieve the desired look I was looking for. The consultation lasted about 45 minutes and was not rushed. Dr. Gujrati took my concerns into consideration and took an in depth, detailed approach. He analyzed my hair follicles, performed a miniaturization study, and took careful measurements to determine my face structure, and find a desired hair line that was both achievable, realistic, and what I was absolutely hoping for, possible with FUE. At this point I knew this was the right choice for me. I was sent home with a book on hair transplantation written by Dr. Mohebi, and kept in close contact by the clinic with any questions or concerns. I was also started on Oral Finasteride for 3 months to ensure I would not experience side effects prior to undergoing the surgery, as this would affect the results. Fortunately, however mild they may be, I did not experience these side effects. The Procedure: Being a medical professional myself in critical care, I often work with surgeries and am closely involved in both the procedures, and recovery process. On arrival for procedure day, I was greeted by Dr. Gujrati and his team where he explained how the procedure would be done step-by-step, which methods of mild sedation and local anesthesia would be used, when breaks would occur, and the overall plan for the day. I was then given a dose of Valium for relaxation and proceeded to the procedure room. In the procedure room, there was a time-out done before beginning to ensure everyone involved was on the same page, and we could proceed safely. Also will point out that you will be awake for the procedure, however I was not uncomfortable in any way. After checks were completed, we began. I was given regional anesthesia (the only mildly painful part of the procedure as it is a numbing injection into the scalp given via needle syringe). However, this quickly went away once the numbing effect started. Dr. Gujrati made a point to make sure that I let him and the team know if I felt any sort of pain or discomfort throughout the procedure, as they would quickly address the situation. Once it was confirmed my scalp was numb, the incisions for follicle placements were carefully made by Dr. Gujrati and donor harvesting began. I was relieved that Dr. Gujrati was very present throughout the entire 9 hour procedure, either in a hands-on manner, or by closely supervising the team of technicians (also highly skilled) who were performing the procedure. Although I was technically undergoing surgery, it almost felt like a spa day. I was comfortable, relaxed, entertainment and music was provided, as well as a delicious lunch. I even snuck in a couple of naps throughout the process. Once we were finally completely 9 hours later, the surgical sites were carefully assessed and I was provided a ride back to my hotel, and instructed to return the next morning for education on washing and post-op care for the next 10 days which were crucial for recovery. Finally, I was cleared to return home and provided with a gift bag (thanks!), as well as extensive educational material regarding what to expect throughout the entire recovery process, and how to care for my newly transplanted hair. Recovery: The recovery process went as expected based on the education provided by Dr. Gujarati and the Parsa Mohebi website. I was encouraged to call with any concerns and and even had a virtual visit roughly 10 days post op with Dr. Gujrati to assess the progress of recovery. Really it could not have been a smoother process. As I'm still technically in the recovery phase (10mo), I can just say it's going exactly how it was explained. With Dr.Gujrati having undergone a FUE procedure himself with Dr. Mohebi, it's immensely helpful as he explains his personal experiences throughout the process. Truly an expert in the field. Overall, I am EXTREMELY pleased with my experience with Parsa Mohebi Hair Restoration, and my procedure performed by Dr. Gujrati and team in the San Francisco office. I could not recommend this office enough. While I am still not 100% complete with the recovery process which may take 12-18 months, growth could stop right now and I would still be amazed with the results. Sincerely, Thank you!

They never return calls, emails or anything else. Strange. I live in the neighborhood. Even walked…read morethere to knock on the door. Never any answer. Also, I noticed a lot of the positive reviews here are from people who have hardly any other Yelp reviews - which seems suspect.

I went here for a PRP consultation and I got a weird vibe upon entering. Most of the time was spent…read morewith the nurse and I felt like she was a bit curt and dismissive. When I met the doctor he gave some objectively feedback and I liked that he offered some lifestyle changes that I could try before considering anything more invasive but I didn't like that I got so little time with him and I've been to clinics that are far more warm and welcoming.

After researching hair transplants for several years and learning everything I could about the…read moreprocedure, I finally decided to move forward with Dr. Rosanelli--and I'm so glad I did. From the very beginning, Angela, the office manager, was absolutely outstanding. She keeps everything running like a finely tuned engine. She is organized, responsive, on top of every detail, and made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. As for Dr. Rosanelli, I can't say enough good things about him. He is charismatic, personable, and absolutely professional in every way. During my consultation, he thoroughly explained both transplant procedures. Because I had spent years researching hair restoration, I knew what questions to ask and what the current best practices were. Everything he explained was completely accurate and consistent with my research, which gave me tremendous confidence that I was in the right hands. I had even considered traveling to Turkey because of its reputation for hair transplants and significantly lower prices. In the end, I decided that having my procedure close to home--with the ability to receive follow-up care and immediate attention if any issues arose--was well worth it. Looking back, I know I made the right decision. It's now been two months since my hair transplant. I've also completed four PRP treatments and, at home, I'm taking finasteride and using light therapy as recommended. I haven't seen new growth yet, but that's exactly what I was told to expect. Dr. Rosanelli explained that visible growth typically begins around the four-month mark, with full results taking about a year. So far, my experience has been excellent, and I look forward to seeing the results develop over the coming months. I'll come back and update this review as my progress continues.

I was so impressed with my visit here a few days ago. I called last minute hoping that there was…read moreany openings within the next 2 weeks for a bleach and tone and cut. They just had a cancellation and said they could take me in 2 hours. I am very picky about my hair as I have baby fine hair that any accidental cut can lead to a bald spot. I have only ever had 2 other hairdressers I have loved. Diane was AMAZING. She was very concerned about not damaging my hair during the bleaching process and was very sweet. As soon as she washed out the bleach I could tell the platinum was going to come out perfect which never happens. She was also amazing with her cutting skills. She had taken a before and after (I know I was really due for a cut) and I was shocked about just how badly it was needed. Highly recommend her and was very impressed in general. Will definitely be back.

I had been going to this place for years 5+ for hair cuts, Brazilian blow outs, and color. However…read moreI stopped going after I was quoted $600 to bleach my hair. My hair was virgin and not even long. This left a sour taste and I have not returned since. I am now traveling outside of Oakland to do my hair.