This was my first visit and I had my hair cut and colored by Denisse. My hair was very long and hadn't been cut or dyed in several years, and I didn't walk into the salon with a solid vision of what I wanted. She was very patient about it and really made an effort to ensure that I was getting the haircut and dye color that I actually liked. The vibe of the place was really chill. As soon as I walked in I was offered a drink, a snack, and a magazine. They kept checking in throughout my appointment but weren't pushy about it. I really love my cut and color and was really pleased with the overall experience, and I'll likely be back! read more

Only have great things to say about YEYA salon and Denisse's haircut! Very easy in person scheduling. I went in for a curly cut after many many months without any haircut or treatments. I went from looking like a sad hanging mop to a fresh, voluminous hair cut. I also paid for a conditioning treatment as well which made my curls soft and bouncy. Pricing was well worth it! 10/10 recommend -- will go back for my next trim. Also bonus that she uses Innersense hair products and sells them in store! read more

I'm 2a/3c curly girl. I've spent far too many years salon hopping, trying to find a new regular place with decent prices, good skills, and good vibes. This place has all 3. I came in my appointment, showed my inspo pics to revive my weighed down curls with more layers, and talk about whether or not to do bangs or longer layers around my face. Denisse worked collaboratively before a cut was made. Very pleased with the results, I like volume and movement. and my curls sprung back up while maintaining a good amount of length I've hit a few very high priced curl salons in the east bay, and the quality definitely competes. read more

Suzzet killed it! 10/10 would come again. If you're looking for a professional men's haircut book her. read more

Got a haircut here about six weeks ago and had a very pleasant experience!  Denisse (owner) was warm, welcoming, and clearly puts a lot of care into both her clients and the salon. Her brother was very nice and friendly too, greeted and offered me water right away. The space is beautiful. Super chic and inviting. Walked in on a Sat evening with no appointment. Only about 15-20mins wait. What I appreciated most was how much Denisse listened. She asked a few questions about what I had in mind, suggested ideas, checked in before cutting off length, and really made sure she understood and gave me what I wanted. And she did! Got exactly as I hoped.  The service included a wash and simple blowdry, and the total came to about $100 with the promotion they had going on.  Also, if you're looking for a stylish space for a small community event (like sip and paint or things like that), or you're a hairstylist looking for a chair to rent, I think they offer those too! Great location in a nice neighborhood. read more

Thank you so much to Suzette! She absolutely killed it with adding layers to my hair. I will be going to her from now on with my hair cuts! The vibes was fun, and super accommodating. The owners were there and they were absolutely fantastic. Thank you so much for taking care of me and giving me a new look! read more

I had such a great experience with Yeya today. She took the time to really listen to what I wanted for my curls and gave me one of the best curly cuts I've had in a long time. She cut my hair dry, shaped it beautifully, removed weight without losing movement, and somehow managed to bring my curl pattern back to life. The salon itself is gorgeous -- clean, calm, and boutique-feeling without being intimidating. On top of that, our conversation flowed so naturally and I felt comfortable the entire appointment. If you have wavy/curly hair and want someone who understands shape, texture, and movement, I highly recommend booking with her. read more

I got a great haircut from Denisse. She really understands curly hair and she cut it just how I wanted it!

I've been looking for someone to cut my curly hair and am so glad I found YEYA salon. Denisse, the owner, asked me lots of questions about what I was looking for in a haircut. She listened and she delivered!! My hair looked dead and frizzy beforehand, and now I have defined curls and volume. Everyone at the salon was so kind and fun to talk to. Will be back for my next trim! read more

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Denisse totally transformed my hair from a yellow-streaked hot mess to a healthy, shiny dark brown. Love it! read more

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Denisse is really friendly and gave me a great hair cut ! She revived my unshaped hair.

If you want a curly stylist who carefully listens and endeavors to give you what you want, look no further than Denisse Peraza. I was looking for a curly stylist certified in Rezo cut after getting a Deva cut (which I have had for years) a few weeks ago and not liking it much since I asked for more volume but didn't get it. I knew she was the right curly stylist for me when she responded to my text within a reasonable time and asked me to send her a pic of my hair so that she knew what she would be working with. I was so lucky to get an appointment with her the next day. There was parking in front of the salon. Denisse was so kind to offer me something to drink, and as I sat in her chair, she listened carefully to what I wanted, examined my curl pattern, asked me questions, and told me what she could do and what she couldn't do. I felt so at ease and in good hands the entire time. Chatting with her was the cherry on top! She also showed me exactly what to do so that I could replicate the curly styling process at home. After my hair was shampooed, conditioned, saturated with water, scrunched, shook, and diffused to perfection, I looked into the mirror and was so pleasantly surprised how my curls came to life and were so defined! The shape and the volume were exactly what I was looking for, and Denisse made it all happen! I actually started to cry because she heard me, took the time with my hair, and gave me the curly cut and volume that I wanted! She also showed me the curly cream she used to shape my hair and wasn't trying to convince me to buy any salon products. She just told me that when my curl cream runs out or if I was interested in the cream she used for my hair, I could get it from her. That's so nice! No pressure, but I know it's available if and when I decide to buy from her. For all you curly women and men out there, if you are ready to witness your best curls that nature gifted you with, I highly recommend that you trust your curls with Denisse Peraza! She will listen and take care of you! read more

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Denisse was incredible! I needed a quick dry curly cut and she had availability right when I needed it. I felt so warmly greeted by her the second I walked into the salon, and working with her to get my dream fresh and healthy haircut was so fun and easy. She was so nice to talk to and be around with such loving energy, and I felt really safe in her hands after only having one other hairstylist for almost 20 years. Will definitely go back again and again and am so glad I found her and this salon! Highly recommend :) read more

Denisse has an airy and modern salon--loved the vibes. The hair washing stations have massage chairs which was such a treat during my deep condition treatment. Denisse was patient, efficient and ensured she was cutting just the right amount. She did the first big cut dry which most stylists don't do despite me requesting it. I've got so many different textures and hair patterns going on it was nice to have someone who knows how to cut and style multiple hair types. She diffused it and styled it naturally which is what I normally do so we could see how it looked at the end. So much body and movement. It looks like a whole new head of hair. Her prices are also very fair especially for Piedmont Ave which has several higher priced salons. Plus, Yeya is right next to a coffee shop and two nail salons--excellent for a full day of pampering. Definitely coming back! read more

It was my first time at the salon for babylights hair color service. I did a photo and video shoot for the process out of kindness and endured uncomfortable moments during my appointment. I am very upset that my trust and goodwill were abused in return. After discussing the hair color service with the stylist, her brother started recording me for social media without asking my permission first. They didn't explicitly ask before recording. I chose not to dwell on it because their salon had just opened a few months ago and I wanted to be helpful--I let them record while specifically requesting that my face not be visible in any recordings, only my hair. I repeated this request multiple times. Because there was no clear notice, I had to stay alert for hours during the hair coloring process to predict whether I was being filmed. Each time, I either asked or assumed I was being recorded and covered my face when I saw the phone pointed toward me through the mirror or when he approached me. He told me not to worry, saying he zooms in on my hair and angles it so my face is never captured. I even spent 15-20 minutes at the end of the appointment to provide them good result photos of my hair--standing in different places in the salon facing away from the camera. I asked if I was being recorded during the hair wash, too. They said I wasn't, so I didn't cover my face, closed my eyes, and tried to relax. However, he recorded me during the hair wash, with my face visible, and posted a video on Instagram showing my face without my consent. As soon as I saw this, I called and asked them to remove the video and delete any videos or images they have of me. It seems like they removed the video from Instagram upon my request. Privacy statement: I do not consent to the salon--or anyone acting on its behalf--storing, taking, or using any photos, videos, audio recordings, or my likeness. Please permanently delete any such material that you have or control (including drafts/backups) and confirm. If any materials that include me have been shared or posted anywhere, please have them permanently deleted as well. read more

I'm so grateful to have found Denise again! After she left her previous salon, I searched everywhere for her, and I was absolutely thrilled when I finally did. She is an exceptional colorist--truly talented in her craft--and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my hair. I'll happily drive 20 miles and sit in traffic just to see her! On top of her incredible skills, she has the sweetest personality, and her salon is both beautiful and comfortable. I can't recommend her enough! read more

Denisse is angel! She is incredibly talented and gave me an amazing cut. She really took her time, and also recommended some amazing products which have become part of holy grail list of products. Highly recommend, especially if you have textured hair! read more

Very happy with my experience and results! The salon is beautiful and Denisse took time to listen as we figured out what to do with my curly hair. Got my roots colored and a good cut, just in time to help me feel my best at a presentation. Highly recommend Yeya salon for personalized service and great results! read more

Denisse is the best! She has been my hair stylist for the past year and has consistently done an amazing job with my hair. The salon is beautifully decorated and easy to get to. I highly recommend her! read more

As a new mom, I was on the hunt for a mommy makeover and Denise made it all come true. The attention and quality of service I received was exemplary. Even though I had my newborn with me, she has the patience and flexibility to style and cut my hair with finesse. Anyone looking for a relaxing, inviting and top notch experience needs to come here. It's a family owned business and you can tell they're putting all their efforts to deliver quality and value. I'll definitely be back!! Thank you Denise. read more

I just had a fabulous haircut from Denisse at Yeya salon. I was a walk-in, and not only was she super nice to chat with, she really discussed and listened to what I wanted. I mostly dropped in on a whim because my hair had gotten really long and kind of dry at the ends. My hair is pretty flat and gets really flat and weighed down when it gets long. After discussion she have me just the length I wanted, with really subtle layers to give my hair more volume and shape. It looks and feels sooo much better! Though my hair is straight, Denisse has curly hair so I imagine she would be great at curly hair too. Overall I had such a great experience at this new salon. read more

I was looking for a hairstylist nearby on short notice to get a fresh new haircut and balayage. Denisse was so attentive, thoughtful, and great with my hair. She was super communicative before the appointment, and I sent her pics of my current hair and what I wanted. She was even kind enough to meet me earlier in the day and work around my schedule. When we met, she asked me at each step what length I wanted, if the color was fine, if I wanted bangs, etc. before she worked on an area, She also walked me through the process for the day and offered me water, coffee, tea. Very kind! She advised me on how to style my hair and took pics of my hair at the end. I'd definitely recommend Denisse and will be coming back for sure. read more

I have received numerous haircuts and a balayage from Denisse and as a hairstylist she is truly attentive and very friendly. I also appreciate that she really listens to what I want and then makes sure to execute my hair goals every single time! If you're looking for a new hairstylist then Denisse is your girl. I highly recommend her for all your hair needs! read more