Came in a couple of weeks ago to get an ombre color and was a little indecisive if what I should get. Chelsea was really sweet and gave me a couple of ideas. Left loving the color and blow dry ( no one ever gets it right) and she listened to what I wanted... I also got a tapered cut in the back of my head from Kevin and he did a GREAT JOB! Shout out to him as well! I will definitely be going back with a snapshot I got and I know it'll be great looking again!! Thanks you guys read more

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So I came in with my hair looking a hot mess. I have natural tightly coiled Afro textured hair. It was uncombed and I hadn't been taking care of it. When Chelsea saw me she didn't say anything about it. Chelsea was super nice and polite and saw the beauty in the mess on my head. She took her time and didn't complain once. My hair turned out nice and her prices are one of the cheapest in town for a press and trim. ::bonus:: She was ready when I walked through the door. read more

Napoleon' s Barbershop is not only for the men but also women. The location is clean with an artsy decor. Every other month an artist displays their artwork, along with an art show. Chelsea was my purpose of visiting Napoleon 's. I followed her from a local blow dry bar. Great decision!!! I have extremely curly hair which needs a lot of heat in order for my hair to be styled without it frizzing. I appreciate her knowledge of hair and how to properly take care of it. She has an bundle package that consists of four visits of a wash and blow dry for $140. For someone who has long hair, this is PERFECT. I have visited shops that would charge $120 for one visit. She is a blessing. Always refreshing to deal with someone who is genuinely hospitable. Chelsea is always willing to work with scheduling requests. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND CHELSEA. read more

I was referred to Chelsea from my sister. Although we are both natural I was a little nervous because my sisters hair is a loser texture than mine. But Chelsea did a great job. My hair came out silky smooth. Besides that my main concerns were my trim, (it had been a while), and heat damage, since I rarely straighten my hair. But Chelsea wasn't scissor happy at all, and only cut off what was needed and when I washed my hair my curls were still healthy and popping with no heat damage. If not in better shape due to my trim. read more

Napoleon's itself is a new shop, clean, hip, easy to get to and in a good neighborhood - but none of that even matters because I come for Chelsea and I'd let her do my hair in somebody's dingy basement. I originally came from the east coast looking for Dominicans to do a super bouncy, super shiny blowout. I stumbled upon Chelsea instead and I am in HEAVEN. She slays my natural hair AND my weave each and every time and she's now the only stylist I'll even let touch me. She takes her time and makes sure every strand is in place, so much that I'm still getting compliments weeks later. The best part is that my hair is incredibly healthy and I know I can trust her to protect it and help it grow. Chelsea KNOWS hair, Black hair especially, and will have you walking out feeling more fab than ever. read more

Moved here not too long ago and was looking for a new hair dresser to silk press natural hair. Found Chelsea on yelp and so glad I did! My hair looks laid when I leave and no heat damage. Good service and friendly salon. Will be back again :) read more

I literally moved here 2 days ago and was searching for a Dominican type hair salon. I happened upon Chelsea and although she's not a Dominican hair salon she delivered the same results! She is amazing. My hair turned out exactly how I wanted it. I am a lifer now. I definitely recommend her. read more

I have fairly soft and kinky natural hair and have been looking for a hair dresser who takes the time to do what's best for my texture. She is a true professional-always on time, great results! read more

I came in after reading her Yelp reviews and I wasn't disappointed. I have naturally curly , biracial hair and just moved to the Bay Area from Miami. She did a great job with my wash and blow dry. A few days later, my hair is still looking good. San Leandro is a bit of a hike for me, but well worth the drive. I will be definitely going back to Chelsea in the future. And like the other reviewers mentioned, she is a sweetheart and super personable. read more

I've been getting my hair professionally done for over 20 years, in several states, and Chelsea is easily one of the most talented stylists I've crossed paths with. She can do it all! She has a natural ability that is rare, I consider her my "hair whisperer". I'm overjoyed with my color, my haircut is stunning, and Chelsea's blow outs are total perfection. I almost want to keep her a secret all to myself so I never have to fight for an appointment. But Chelsea is fabulous and everyone should know it. read more

My hair had extremely dry ends. Chelsea did a great job. She took her time with cutting my hair. My hair is wavy/curly and extremely frizzy. I told her how most of my hairs volume is usually on the ends. And the top looks all flat. She added shorter layers on top to add volume. Love my hair. She also sprayed a leave in conditioner and was so nice to give me the name of the product. I will be coming back for sure. She's no longer at Napoleons. She told me she's been trying to update her yelp account but it's been difficult. So she's in San Leandro now. Thanks Chelsea! read more

I'm really skeptical about finding places to do my hair that aren't references. I found Chelsea on Yelp because I was traveling. So happy I found her. My hair is pretty thick so I was concerned that it wouldn't be as straight as I wanted but it was literally perfect. She used great products and actually cares about hair health too. She's experienced and knows what she's doing. On top of that shes so sweet! If I could fly her to where I live to do my hair all the time I would! I'll definitely be back. read more

Chelsea is crafty with braids, I tell her I want one thin and she does another but I love it. I'm a regular here, every time I walk in the door she greets me with the biggest smile! She also did my ombré correction and it was 1000x better than it was before! I've gotten curls from her also, perfect curls that made my ombré POP! I come in every 2 weeks for braids and Chelsea is amazing! Especially with those long nails!! You must come check her out and show some love! read more

yesterday was my first time having Chelsea do my hair. I walked in, before I introduced myself she greeted me by my name and was all ready to go! I was getting a deep condition and flat iron. She is very funny, super sweet, and an outgoing person! She's very personable; not just all about your money and your hair. She makes you feel comfortable and can hold entertaining conversion. She also offers you a beverage or snack. Now about hair, she did absolutely amazing! I have been to about 5 or 6 different ladies in different towns all over the Bay Area to find someone to manage my lions mane of thick, tangly, kinky tight curly hair! And she definitely won without hesitation. She's not judgements towards your hair if it looks a hot mess, and her deep conditions feel wonderful, and relaxing. I could have stayed there all day! After my deep condition she straightened my hair. She made my dry, damaged hair, dehydrated hair into pure silky shine! Even being the next day I'm still constantly running my hands through my hair because it's so soft and silky! She puts a leave in conditioner, oil, and heat protector. She knows how to work ethic hair very well, like she's done her research and homework on it! her flat iron skills are above average, she straightens each strand to the very root without burning you. I liked that because not only was she applying heat protection (which some stylist don't) she sectioned my hair and straightened every section very well. Like I said she gets down to the roots and applies products so you leave looking like you have a silky bone straight weave lol! Which is amazing for my poofy curly hair! The best part about her besides her work and personality, is she really does take her time like another yelper mentioned, with no complaints or signs of fatigue. She gives each section of your hair time and attention, consistently the whole way through. She doesn't speed up or rush near the end, each section gets the same effort. I would highly recommend her, you cannot be disappointed. I live in concord but I will gladly be making bi-weekly trips out to Oakland for her work, she's been the best out of all the stylists I've tried and now my search has finally ended! I will be recommending her to anybody that has curly hair and needs it done! read more