In the summer of 2011 I had the good fortune to see a 5 year old girl just before she jumped, for the first time that day, off a diving board and into a swimming pool. In those brief seconds I recognized that she had one of the most amazing bobs that I had ever seen. I was determined to find her hair dresser, and it was Dalia.
If you have the patience to read this long review, you too may choose to find this amazing hair stylist.
I am not at all brave about changing hair dressers but this is one of the best moves that I made in 2011. Dalia was the first person to ever study my hair before she cut it. She spent significant time looking at my funky neck line and cowlicks to determine what she needed to do. She took time to look at pictures with me to help me figure out what style to adopt. Then came the cut, which she did completely with a razor.
At first she styled my hair without drying it using a product that would bring out its natural wave (I didn't think my hair had any natural wave). I was pleased that she was thinking outside the box and giving me an alternative to blow drying every day. Then she styled it with a blow dryer and I was thrilled with the result.
I also got highlights and, for the first time, did not see that horrible line of demarcation that separates your true color from the highlighted hair. Who knew that teasing the hair at the roots before applying the color would solve this problem? The color that Dalia chose for me was perfect...just enough to give it noticeable light and texture without letting it grow out looking unnatural.
Additionally, Dalia is fanatical about hair care and in a very non-pushy way recommended some terrific products to me. I also liked that she works alone as the time spent with her was very peaceful without the hustle and bustle of a big salon. She just concentrated on me, without going back and forth from client to client. The hot tea that she served me was a delicious additional bonus!
Finally, Dalia actually called me a few days after my color and cut to see if I liked it and how I was doing with the styling. I dropped in to show her and she took even more time to give me styling tips. This is service that you just don't get very often in the hair world. Bravo Dalia and many thanks! read more