Just wanted to give this place 5 stars cause she cuts male Asian hair in EXACTLY the manner that I want. Also of note, to all new Asians looking for a haircut; look no further, she does fades and cuts like a pro. She recently moved to a new location - 1657 Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose CA 95116 as of 01/01/2020. read more

Love how Diane cut my raggedy covid long hair with damaged ends to a beautifully sculptured look! She's super detailed and customer oriented by listening to what I wanted and delivering. read more

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Diana is great. Very accommodating. Genuinely, a nice individual. She also has a bakery that's very tasty. It's a little hole in the wall. Definitely should make an appointment. Will work with her again. read more

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I have been going to Diane for my hair and eyebrows now for about 5 or 6 years. Her skill is phenomenal and the price is reasonable! I pretty much consider her extended family! Also, the addition of phenomenal skin products sold by Kathy right is the shop is a blessing! I bought the nose strips, hand cream, eye pads and compact shaver and I absolutely love the results! Prices are cheap but with quality of high end skin care lines! Love this place and cannot recommend it highly enough! read more

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Diane does my hair and my kids! Always great finish and I recommend here. They take checks and cash but no credit cards. read more

I came across this place on yelp and gave it a try for my long due haircut. Parking: Ample parking as it is in a complex which has Starbucks and other stores. We got a parking spot easily. Service: Really good service. I got my hair styled by Diane for my graduation. She styled my hair beautifully and I never curled my hair before. It really looked amazing. Wish I had a picture of my hair to post. Diane is amazing and takes her time to make the hair look beautiful. She knows what she is doing. Better to book an appointment if you are going on weekends. It gets pretty busy. Price: Reasonable price for haircut and hair styling. $40 for my long hair, which is acceptable for me. Would definitely recommend this place. read more

My review is solely on first impressions and my experience. If you want to know about their services, prices, or who is the best hairdresser to go to, this isn't the review for you. The first time I came to this location was about a month ago. My Starbucks stop was quick and had some extra time before work so I stopped in to get a quote on eyebrow waxing. When I walk in the door, I was asked "can I help you?" but it was with a really irritated tone and a frown. I asked for the price for brows and what time they closed and she was really short and reluctant to answer. Maybe the fact I was dressed down and looked a bit like a hot mess made it seem like I wasn't a serious client and maybe a waste of her time. I blew it off and decided to go somewhere else and I would come back when someone else was working. I think the woman I spoke with was the manger or runs the shop because I ran into her again today. I lost a set of keys and thought that I may have dropped them in the parking lot this morning. I figured that I could ask all the other stores in the plaza and come to the salon last so I can get my eyebrows done. As soon as I walked in the door, she was pissed off again. This time she was working, another woman was sitting down by the register area and there was a third woman that had been standing in another work station. The other two women didn't acknowledge me the entire time with the exception of there glaring at me. I had the same "can I help you?" with an upset tone from the same woman. Instead of the other two women helping me out, she stopped a haircut in progress to ask me that question. I thought it was weird but at least she acknowledged me. It went down hill from there. I explained her that I lost my keys and was looking for them. She asked me "what" a couple or times so I repeated it. The entire time she looked really angry and kept staring at me and my car keys. Once she understood my story, she said "no" really short. I asked if I could leave my name and number if they turned up and she started doing the gentleman's hair again and and loud said "I'm too busy to help you right now. Bring me a paper with your name and number." I asked her if I could just leave it on her business card and she just kept saying louder and louder "I'm too too busy right now." I looked at the two other women working and asked "can someone else grab a business card" and she kept repeating the same thing. The other two women just stared at me. At that point I decided to not even mention that I wanted to get a waxing service. She didn't have anyone waiting, but she was so angry with me that she most likely wouldn't want to help me either. I wouldn't be comfortable with her helping me either. I'm sitting in the car, in tears because I don't understand why she had to be so rude and angry. I don't know why she was so upset with me. Maybe she thinks I'm broke. Maybe she doesn't like my hijab. I don't know what her problem with me was but this is the first time I've been discriminated against to the point it broke me down. I could go back in there with my number on a back of a piece of receipt paper now, but I don't think I can set foot in there again. I doubt they would bother to call me if my keys turned up. I see a lot of positive reviews on here, and I'm glad that people have had great experiences. I love to support small business and see Bay Area residents survive our struggles with climbing rent and other issues. I'm not seeking any time of retribution for my mistreatment. I just want the staff to know that how they treated me was not okay. Discrimination is not okay. read more

Walked in on a Friday afternoon and was kindly greeted by Diane! She is so sweet and friendly. I love how she talks heart to heart with her customers. It was my first time here but you get such great energy from her. She really understands your face shape and what style suits you best. read more

I have naturally curly hair and I have had lots of bad haircuts but Diane did a really great job. She asked me what I wanted and I showed her some pictures and described it and she did exactly what I asked and it came out great. I am so happy with my haircut! read more

Well I just have to say I love this salon! I love Sam's work and I hope I never lose her. She is an amazing stylist and its so hard to find someone who will actually do what you want. I have been getting weaves from her lately and no one else has ever made my hair look so natural! She is so sweet and easy to work with too! I am very glad shes in this location now. Everyone at Elegant Curl are very friendly and funny and theres lots of positive energy there. Thanks so much ladies for making my salon experience enjoyable! I will be back! **Side Note: The shopping center is under construction for a few months so if you cannot locate them, they are on the Moorpark Ave side of the shopping center. :-) read more

Apparently I left a review for Sam's services last year! I'm still very happy with her services. Don't be surprised if you arrive at elegant curl and Sam is no longer there. She has moved to her own location which isn't far from her previous location. Its about five minutes away. Her new location is really nice and everything is new!! I HIGHLY recommend Sam's services. She's considerate of your time at the shop, I've never met a stylist who cares about the health of hair the way that she does, and she's flexible with booking appointments. What morecould one ask for in a great stylist! I'm excited for the success she'll experience at her new location! Congrats Sam! read more

6+ years and still going here for Diane. I tried another place once (costed me $45+tip), and I did not think it was worth the amount because the style was similar to my $15+tip haircut from Diane. Even though I do not style or "put up" my hair as much, I still manage to have a korean inspired business style haircut. Plus, I still keep true to my words when Diane is not the type of Vietnamese stylist who does not listen to you. If you choose to cut your hair shorter or what not, she will offer you advice or her opinion whether it is a good idea (or how it may turn out). So... the choice is YOURS if you want to take the advice or not. Overall, I still highly recommend Diane if you prefer to have Asian inspired hairstyles. read more

I have been going to the Elegant Curl for four years now. My personal stylist has been Diane. About a near four years ago when I was getting into Japanese fashion, I ended up going to a barber who messed up my hair bad. After dropping by Mitsuwa market (which is next door) with my friend, we ran into Diane's shop. On the window were pictures of Japanese men with all the cool Japanese haircuts I wanted. She then came outside and confronted us very kindly asking us if we'd like haircuts. My hair was still short but I asked her for a card so I could get back to her. After a month, I came back and Diane fixed my hair up so beautifully. She even found out my previous-previous stylist had damaged my hair (bleaching process). Diane has been cutting my hair, dying it, and waxing my eyebrows now for a near four years now. I have always been highly satisfied with her work and I love talking with her because she is so down to earth, friendly, and mother-like (my vietnamese mama lol). Prices are also VERY affordable (12 dollar cuts for men, 20 for women, 10 dollars for eyebrow waxing, 60-65 dollars for first time dye and 30 dollars to redye--but also depends on length). I have posted pictures of myself in this article so please feel free to see my results which keep me coming back to this great little salon and especially to Diane =] read more

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I got my long, straight Asian hair cut by Sam, and it was so horrible, I really should not have bothered tipping if she was going to stare me down, waiting for me to tip her. I arrived early for my appointment (I was first of the day) and she was busy doing what looked like a friend's hair, and she did not even address me until twenty minutes after my scheduled appointment time. Major turn off. I asked for a mere relayering, and all she did was cut a straight line across the bottom, chopping three inches off my hair. I told her I was displeased and wanted her to fix it. She then began to flat iron my hair, exposing it to so much heat that I watched my hair smoke. I told her time and time again to stop putting a flat iron to it because I have STRAIGHT HAIR. She refused to use water, she kept at it with the straightener. It was obvious to me that she only knows how to cut super curly or African hair. Many more debacles followed, including Sam not putting nearly enough layers that I had asked. I had to tell her about five additional times what I wanted, and I still didn't get it. At the end of my appointment, my face was blank, and she said "Just let it sit for a couple days and come back later so I can fix it." WHY WOULD YOU STOP IF YOU KNOW IT LOOKS TERRIBLE? Worst appointment of my entire life. If you even bother coming to this place, try that Diane person instead. Avoid Sam if you have hair like mine. read more

It's been about 2 weeks since I got my hair cut. I started noticing that my hair was looking choppy last week... and today I noticed that the ends of my hair is almost at the point of splitting. I rarely use hot tools and I always let my hair air dry. I also never get split ends until after almost about 8 months of my last trim. I will not come back here because I think flat ironing my hair and then using a razor immediately after to cut all my hair has caused damage. Sam is nice. She did give me a decent hair cut but split ends just after 2 weeks is not okay. read more

5 STARS for SAM!! She's amazing. I've been accompanying my grandmother to her weekly curl and set appointments for awhile now (she sees Terry who is awesome!), and I've had my eye on Sam's work. I've seen her do many amazing things with all kinds of hair... My daughter has been asking for cornrows, and I knew Sam would be perfect for the job. Her skill is amazing, she's fast, and her prices are A+! We're SO STOKED!!! She's the sweetest, and her work is amazing. The braiding was perfection. Thanks Sam!! : ) read more

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I haven't gone anywhere since I found Diane. She understand what would look good with your unique hair type, head shape, personal preferences and style. She has made me look fantastic every time even though I have a complicated hair type. She gives good life wisdom as well, haha. Thank you Diane for being the best hair lady ever! read more

Cons: Definitely not a $ place. it's at least a $$ place, when you pay $35+ for just a very short haircut. They only get cash. Pros: Nice staff, good haircut job. The young lady (Kathy?) was polite enough to translate their non-stop conversation in Vietnamese to English for me, so I don't feel bad. read more

This review is for Jade, whose and independent contractor at elegant curls, and she did a wonderful job with my hair. She was able to take me as a same day appointment and was able to do exactly as i asked with a tricolor ombre. She def. was not afraid to play with colors. At the end, my hair came out exactly as I wanted. The price is very reasonable. I highly recommend her. I've been to many salons in my life time, and everyones messed up on it. Thank you Jade for not messing up on my hair! I really Love it!! read more

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the woman who answered the phone refused to trim my hair because it is biracial. she said my hair is "too much work" for her. why the heck do you advertise yourselves as a curly hair salon when you won't do one of the most common types of curly hair? .. read more

The Elegant Curl sales beauty product from Korea now. I bought a package of Fresh Collagen with 10 sheets are only $9.99. The smell is so good and make my skin is smooth. They have Hair Remover too. Only $14.99 compare with market $19.99. I love it. read more

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I went to another salon because elegant curl moved from Cupertino to this San Jose location and I didn't know. I've only gone to Diane 2times in my life, and haven't been to a salon other than those 2 random occurances for over 12 years. I've been cutting and doing my own hair for that long. Sometimes I can't see the back of my hair and I need a pro. Diana is so far, the ONLY barber that listens intently to what I want and can visualize it without a picture. I went to a different stylist and spent the last 2days crying real.and actual tears. Book with Diane. She is worth every ounce of loyalty, time and money. read more

****** Please note that this review is for Sam who is now the owner of Bello Salon in Campbell!!*********So I have just found my new hair stylist! Can you say happy, overjoyed, elated!!! Oh yes, I can attest to spending many hours at the hair salon waiting for whoever was doing my hair to finish 2, 3, sometimes even more clients while servicing me!! Ugh...that is my biggest pet peeve in the world!! Well not this time!! Sam is awesome, punctual, and very professional. This lady knows her craft well!! I LOVE my hair!! It has so much body! Yassss! The best thing is that this was my first ever appointment that only took an hour!! Now all of us women of color know that such service almost never happens!! If you need your hair did ( and yes I said did not done) Go to Sam!! read more

Went with boyfriend to his regular hair place. He has a thick mane and goes every two weeks to keep it maintained and thinned out. His go-to stylist is Dianne, and I went to try it out. The first thing I noticed was that Elegant Curl has a modest looking theme. It's basic, white walls with tile flooring. Nothing spectacular. However, they had people walking in appointment after appointment. Dianne even had to reluctantly turn someone away because her schedule was booked.. on a Thursday o_O. They play chill, relaxing old-school instrumental music, so if that's not your style, bring earphones and your iPod. Anyways, Dianne spent good time on the details. She made sure that the overall shape was perfect before letting boyfriend leave the chair. Similarly, she made sure my layers were perfect and made sure to straighten my hair to double check. I just got my regular hairstyle: medium length with layers from the jaw on down. It looks sleek and good both up in a ponytail and down. Boyfriend kept trying to mess up my 'do cuz he wanted to touch my hair -___- It's also pretty affordable. Most places I go to for girls' hair is 35+, but it was 25 for me and 15 for the boyfriend. Overall, the ladies who hairdress over there are nice :) Shoutout to Terri and Dianne for talking to me and making me feel comfortable. read more

Sam is the BOMB!!! I have been natural a little over a year now and really needed to have my ends clipped. I recently took out my twist braids and figure I would try to find someone in the local area. I was a little skeptical because there were no recent reviews...don't you just hate that?? LOL Anyway, I called Sam and she was able to see me the same day!! I went in for a wash/set and to have my ends clipped. Sam took her time, wasn't rushed at all. I really dislike going to a stylist that is working on more than one person at a time, which I noticed when I arrived. So, I did have a short wait. Anyway, Sam hooked my hair up. I needed much more than a trim, I ended up needing a cut; which I didn't mind because my ends were really damaged. I loved how my hair turned out!! Sam used more heat than I would prefer, but the state of my hair needed it!! LOL!! I am a fan and will definitely be back. She knows how to handle natural hair. She does weaves and braids as well. So, all my natural ladies you will LOVE Sam!! Thanks a bunch!!! read more

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My BF recommended this place to me; he's had his hair cut here for the past couple years...always by Diane. So one day, both of us arrived at 6:30 pm to have our hair cuts. We felt bad making her stay, but she insisted and didn't rush thru our hair cuts at all. To cut my straight hair, she used a straightener before trimming it. She really takes her time and is attentive. She's also funny too. Tip- call and make an appointment. It's not particularly busy here, but she can tell u if she's made other appointments for the time you plan on arriving. i always hate waiting for people to cut their hair. read more

Diane you are amazing!! I don't go to asian hair salons since they tend to not really listen to customers and go their way just because they think it's better and then try to rip you off, BUT Diane is the opposite!!! Diane's goal is to have her customers leave happy with their new do so she'll listen to what you're looking for. Compared to the other hair salons I've been to so far she doesn't talk to me like I'm 10 thank goodness. I love my new haircut! Every stylist in the shop charges different prices for men and women. As of today she will be on a month long vacation to vietnam next month so there might be a woman from africa coming in to work at the salon by what diane told me. btw Greek, spanish, vietnamese, korean and japanese(maybe) are spoken. For Diane, she charges: -$20 women cut -$12 men -$10 brow wax -$5 extra for shampoo read more

My mom is picky with her does her hair, just like me. I printed out a hairstyle for my mom. She needed a new look. So I came across this salon through yelp read the reviews and took my mom. Sam did my moms hair she did exactly the haircut I wanted for my mom and even more. She takes her time cutting the hair. You can tell she loves doing hair. In the end my mom loved her hair and said she would go back to her again I returned to her later that same day for a trim/cut. I was seriously falling asleep in the chair. Not because she was taking long but because her hands are so soothing and relaxing. She really takes care of her clients. Sam is amazing and a wonderful person overall read more

I am going to Marina for sooo many years and always leave her being happy! She does my hair the way I want , sometimes she suggests something cool and I totally trust her and always like the results. Besides her being high professional, She is very nice person who you will feel comfortable with, highly recommend her :-) read more

I refuse to go anywhere else! Diane is AMAZING, I love her. I've only gotten my hair cut by her once, but I loved it so much. Before her, the last time I got my hair cut was at a Korean salon, and looking back on that haircut, it was pretty bad. It was a good cut, but just looked bad on me, if that makes sense. Not to mention they charged $35, and were super snobby to me. Diane is complete opposite. I've been cutting my own hair since then, and she noticed right away something was wrong with my hair XD I loved the way she cut my hair since I went very short, but she made me look good haha. My boyfriend's gotten numerous cuts from her, and he always comes out look hot. We went to the barber next door once, and they butchered his hair. After we started going to Diane, but since we always did walk-in and she was busy, he decided to try the barber again. Once again, they butchered his hair and completely ignored what he said. After that, we went right back to Diane, and she noticed right off the bat that his hair was off. We told her where we went, and she told us always to go to her because they suck XDD $20 for an amazing cut? You can't beat that! I have the Academy For Salon Professionals beauty school right near me for a $10 cut, but for 5/5 amazing cuts, Diane is the way to go. read more

I absolutely love Elegant Curl! I've been coming here for a few months with my boyfriend since he was recommended by a friend to get a fohawk done. He was told to get the haircut done by Diane. Diane is amazing. First off with my boyfriend's haircut-- she is very precise and takes her time. She makes sure that everything is cut evenly and the way that you want it; asking if you want it thinner, shorter, ect. With my haircut-- I came in asking for a huge change. At first she was hesitant and was truthful to the fact that she hasn't cut hair in such a stylish manner in a while. However, she took on the challenge and I wasn't afraid of her messing up. She took her time and there was no rush at all which I like a lot. She creates small conversations here and there to lighten up the mood. She made sure that the layers and length of my hair were the way I wanted them to be. Came out beautiful! She really has talent. Super cheap also compared to other places I've been to. $30 for my haircut and $14 for my boyfriend. Definitely coming back! read more

My family and I came here for Dianne after being recommended by a few friends. She did a pretty good job the first few times. She usually takes time on the hair cut that shes working on but my sister and I have had a few bad experiences with her and we're going to look for another salon. For me, I wanted a haircut after I got a digital perm that was growing out. She went off on me about how it was uneven for half an hour even after I told her to hack it off and I nearly walked out except for the fact that it was almost chinese new year and I couldn't get a haircut for a while after thanks to superstition. At that point, it was just wasting everybody's time and was extremely upsetting. If I agree with you and tell you to cut it short, you don't keep ranting for 20 more minutes. Another time, my sister got pretty much ignored and got a sloppy cut that she kind of rushed through. Overall, shes a solid hairstylist and pretty cheap, but we won't be going back because I don't appreciate being yelled at or having my time wasted. *If you go into get your hair dyed, don't wash it the day before! It'll hurt. They rinse it for you so don't worry too much. read more

I had a cut by Diane. As everyone says, she's really sweet, but I just don't like the cut. I'm a female with short hair, and I think she cut my hair like she cuts men's hair. I brought in several pictures of the haircut I wanted, which other stylists have copied to my satisfaction before. This doesn't look anything like the pics. It's a little boy's cut. I'd rather pay more next time, if that's what it takes. read more

I am very picky with salons and my friend recommended this salon where she gets her haircut with Diane. I wanted a hairdye with highlights. On the day of the appointment, I arrived early but she came in late and then I had to wait more because she had to finish the haircut of the person before me. So 30 minutes later she attends to me. I was so excited because she had very good feedback on this site and my friend also had good experience with her. Well not for me!!!! She started dyeing my hair portion by portion. Halfway through I could feel a stinging sensation in my scalp. I told her how I felt and then she tells me that she already had an inkling that that would happen because I came in with newly-shampooed hair. Now she tells me that I shouldn't have shampooed my hair!!! She should have told me when I made the appointment!!! Anyway I didnt have a choice but to go on with the hair treatment. The whole time I was in pain until the end of the entire experience. She said the pain would be gone in a few hours. Well it did...when I got home it wasnt hurting too much anymore. The color and highlights looked good but I wasn't satisfied because of the pain I felt during the treatment. She told me not to shampoo my hair for 2 days. Today is the 3rd day since my hair coloring treatment and I finally shampooed my hair. While I was drying my hair I noticed BIG BIG FLAKES of DANDRUFF all over my hair!!!! The hair treatment totally destroyed my scalp and made it super super damaged!!! I went back to the salon and showed DIane what happened to my scalp and she was just so insensitive acting as though it was my fault that I had a bad scalp!!! I never had dandruff until this Diane girl touched my hair!!! I VOW NEVER NEVER NEVER EVER TO GO BACK TO DIANE NOR TO REFER HER TO ANYBODY!!!! DON'T GO TO HER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO GET A DAMAGED SCALP!!!! read more

Ever since my hairdresser stopped cutting hair 5 years ago, i've been searching for another hairdresser. everyone cuts my hair too short, too fobby or is too expensive. FINALLY, i've found the perfect hairdresser....DIANE! diane is AMAZING, she takes the time to cut your hair EXACTLY how you want it. She's extremely nice and she really listens to you. She did a great job on my hair and I'm definitely going back. $20 for a great haircut? it doesn't get any better than this! read more

Hi This review is from Sam, I been going to Same over the past year and she does great work. I love how she style my hair and she takes her time as well. She is a great African American stylist. her work is amazing! read more

I was really sleepy when I came in, so as funny and friendly as the famous Diane was, all I really wanted was my hair cut. She really takes her time, laughs at her own jokes, and tries to entertain you with stories about other customers--- all of which I would have enjoyed more had I been in the mood. read more

Elegant Curl's new location is clean, modern, and cute. Diane is a super talented stylist and sweet person. I've been trusting my hair to her for years, and I always love how my hair turns out afterwards! When I first went to Diane I had short hair (but grew it out). So I can personally say Diane does a nice job with short, medium, and long hair. The prices are a great deal too! Make sure to call ahead of time to schedule an appointment with Diane! She's usually pretty busy, so calling is better than walk-ins! read more

Gave them a call, and I was told that they don't do our types of hair anymore..considering I searched specifically for "black hair salons" and they were the first place to appear on the list, and I even saw a black woman with natural hair leave a review and pic, I thought I was safe. Wrong. read more

People here are wonderful and they are all great at what they do. Been coming to Diane for 15+years including her former place.