Anita is Awesome! I am a 40-something male, and used to do the occasional store-bought coloring formula until I ruined 1 too-many shower curtains. My wife had been seeing Anita for years, and finally convinced me to give her a try. Wow, what a great and fantastic improvement to me! I now see Anita every 3 weeks and she makes my hair, my hair color, and my all-too-busy life great! She has a cellar-temperature glass of wine ready for me at appointments when I need it, and great conversation, suggestions and results at every appointment. I am so glad she branched out with her own studio-- the place is great and the focus is only on you! Thanks, Anita!! read more

I saw Anita a few months ago when I had a dry spell and wasn't going to be able to see my out-of-area hair stylist for another 6 weeks. I am a blonde that is particularly picky about my highlights and I was terrified to see someone new (irrational, I know). Nevertheless, I was in a rut and needed help. I am so grateful I took a chance on Anita. She did an incredible job and was able to get a sense about my style and likes-and-dislikes right away. I actually think I liked my new highlights even better than before! I am looking to make a new, somewhat drastic color change and I will not hesitate to see Anita again. I think I will call her this afternoon :) Also, she is highly entertaining to boot and Vitalle Elements is an adorable salon. Definitely give Anita a call. read more

Anita is an expert hairstylist, with years of experience cutting all types of hair. This was evident with my experience, as I brought her photos from a magazine, and she was able to replicate the "look" I desired, in a way that best suited my face shape and my hair type. She asked relevant questions about how I styled and wore my hair, and was truly patient and gracious, candidly offering her recommendations and suggestions. When I asked that she cut the bottom a bit shorter, she suggested that I leave it as-is, because when I wore it curly, it wouldn't look right. Anita used a blow dryer and brush to straighten my hair (she's also an expert at Brazilian Blowouts), and it looked great when I left. My tried and true test is what happens the next day, after I wash my hair. I decided to wear it curly, basically doing nothing to it at all, letting it dry by itself. My style curled in all the right places and the layers fell perfectly. The next day, I used velcro rollers, and a blow dryer, and again my hair looked super. Anita is a pro, and her shop in a Sola Salon is comfortable and clean. She has jewelry displayed that she makes herself, further exposing her artistic flair. I loved the product she used on me from Pureology. My hair was smooth, shiny, and held it's style, even in the high humidity. I'd recommend Anita to friends and family. read more

OMG I just LOVE my hair by Anita! She did an amazing job on my crazy hair. I am half black/half white and my hair is a tough cookie. She managed to tame my main in a matter of a couple hours or less and with such love and care. I've waited to do my review because I was waiting to see if the color stayed or if my hair started shedding because of the bleach and It stayed blonde just like I like it and my hair feels so healthy. She used olaplex which is a bit more pricey than the average bleach but SO SO worth it if you want to keep you're hair healthy yet still get the desired lightness. I got my hair done back in December for my birthday and it seriously doesn't look any different from the day I go it done besides my roots. She suggested I use purple shampoo to keep the brassy tones away and it has totally done me justice! I think I will be scheduling another appointment this month for summer Thank you again Anita!! AMAZING (to say the least) work read more

A Henrikson Hair Studio - Blonde hair by Anita... Went from settle highlights to close to full head blonde - Hair Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Anita has been doing my hair for going on 15 years now, and she always does a fabulous job. When I lived in San Jose I saw her every 6 weeks, but since I moved to Southern California in 2009, she is only a twice a year indulgence now. We just did plum highlights for Christmas, and I love it! I just love her new studio, and I highly recommend her! She is the best at color! read more

Fantastic! Cares about clients, works to get things just right, very attentive to client needs/desires, and very talented. It's tough to find a great hair stylist in a new place when you relocate (as I recently did)...and I'm so glad I found this one! I'll be back! read more

Anita graciously adjusted the time of my appointment when I had a minor, but stressful medical emergency come up. She was more concerned about me than herself and I appreciated that she allowed me to come in later in the day even though it didn't work as well for her own schedule (she's a former nurse, which I assume means she cares about people). She greeted me in the most friendly way and was fun throughout the appointment. She was generous with her time and attention to my needs and concerns. She's a good hostess and offered a refreshment while we were talking; its a nice touch. I have had a thinning hair problem due to a year of stress. It has a lot of damage as well. I've been wanting it to feel healthier, fuller and am trying to grow it longer for a special occasion. When I asked her to trim it, I had anxiety that she would take too much off because of the damaged ends. Anita was very careful with my concerns and it was obvious that she is a good listener. Together we agreed how much would be a safe amount to remove from the bottom. Additionally, Anita made recommendations on how to move forward with an action plan to achieve the results I want. I appreciated her years of experience at this point and felt comfortable with her advice. She also enthusiastically applied several "fix it" products that actually worked great, which surprised me. She said she only uses products that she has complete confidence in and she shared with me what each of them does to the hair. My favorite thing about Anita is that I didn't feel that she was pushing a sale for any of these products in any way...she simply talked enthusiastically about them and let the products speak for themselves. This is refreshing as I do have an interest in learning about products, but do not like pushy salesmanship. I feel like I could go to her for years and she'd simply let me buy something if I wanted to based on what it did for my hair and not what she had to say about it. An enthusiastic, but absolutely no-pressure sales technique is perfect for me. In the end, she styled my hair beautifully and made it look healthy and full despite the condition it was in. She gave me confidence that I will be able to look nice at the special occasion I'm aiming for. Its the best trim I've ever had and would recommend her highly. I'll be back. read more

***I RECEIVE 2 ENTHUSIASTIC COMPLIMENTS PER DAY FROM STRANGERS ON THE COLOR OF MY HAIR, WHICH IS TESTIMONY TO ANITA'S TALENT!*** I have been a customer of ANITA HENRIKSON for many years and continue to be AMAZED at her TALENT WITH COLOR and highlights. She has been creating for me the most beautiful, vibrant shades of red and strawberry blonde that look incredibly natural, and I am always showered in compliments afterwards. Her expertise comes from years of perfecting her technique and matching exactly the color the customer wants. I always trust her advice on which color to emphasize (blonde or red) each time and what cut would be most flattering. She is thorough, conscientious, and professional and will not let you leave until you are satisfied. I recommend her to colleagues, friends, and anyone who comments on my hair (which happens frequently). She is also SO much fun to spend time with, loves animals, and is a great, caring listener. Her new studio is beautifully, tastefully decorated, comfortable, and has plenty of wine to enjoy! GO SEE ANITA---SHE IS THE BEST!!! And color is her specialty. You won't be disappointed!! :-) read more

My hair was a mess before I saw Anita! After many years of box coloring, and different shades on top of one another, I saw Anita. She is amazing, and brought my hair back to my original hair color. She knows coloring! Anita also does awesome haircuts!! I was very pleased with the results, and would not hesitate to return. Her salon is relaxing and pleasing to the eye. I highly recommend giving Anita a try!! read more

Well as you probably know by now, there is a new gal in town. New only to Willow Glen. Anita has the experience and the expertise to help you with any hair need you may have. She is the owner of her studio and color specialist as well as a stylist and Specializes in Brazilian Blowouts. Am I right ladies? Our hair is pretty important to us all. It defines who we are. If it is a simple cut to a specialized series of procedures, she is the gal to see in all instances. Check out her new location and schedule your next hair need with her. She will not only take good care of your hair but she will help you have just what you want with your hair. Anita will listen to what you need and what you want from your hair. That is a specialty for sure in this day and age. Give her a try and I know you'll be glad you did. Sincerely, Shirley read more

Anita has been caring for my hair for 15+ years and if you're looking for a new stylist, I suggest you give her a call! She's friendly, reliable and talented... and her new salon on Lincoln Avenue is very nice and parking is easy. read more

After my first Anita haircut, I knew she was to be my long-term stylist. She gets color of my foil hi-lights right. She listens to and consistently applies my styling requests. My thick, wavy hair worn short requires a lot of skill to style. Many have not passed the test. Anita truly deserves the title, Master Stylist. Love her new studio on Lincoln Av. with great parking and good ventilation. read more

Anita is good at hi and low lights, and cuts. Sometimes she misses a spot and I've had to return to get her to apply a dab of color to fix it, and she does so without complaint. Selling products is an important part of her budget, so one is always kept up to date on products. Enjoys telling entertaining stories, beginning with the words, "Well, to tell you the truth.." Pretty funny. read more

Anita has been my stylist for 10+ years. She is amazing. I've seen her for highlights, cuts, color corrections, and also get my eyebrows waxed with her. She is friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and just an amazing stylist overall! I would recommend her very highly! read more

Excellent service. Having had the "Brazilian Blowout" at other salons Anita provided the best results. My hair looks and feels fantastic. I will be back. read more