What a wonderful experience this was!! The salon itself is gorgeous and very clean.The women that worked there were all so friendly and the conversation was lively and fun. I can't say enough good about my about my stylist Nikki! She gave me the best haircut, considering I have curly hair, in my life.. I am so grateful to have found her in this salon.. Even though I live in Vancouver and it's a 1/2 an hour away, it will be my go to from now on . Would give more than 5 stars if I could! read more

The Jayah Salon and Spa - My new awesome haircut by Nikki - Hair Salons Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Do yourself the biggest favor and DO NOT sit in Darlene's chair. Unless you want to be abused and leave with extremely overprocessed and breaking hair. She lives up to her reputation of being madly inappropriate. I tried overlooking it because she was cordial with me in the past. At her age, psychological and spiritual state, it would be a gamble to assume she'll remain cordial to you while providing the service you expect and deserve. If she's having a bad day or if her "back and ankles are hurting" she will push your appt back 2 hours... even when you make your appt 7 weeks in advance, and insult your hair type and medical issue. After you request a texturizer, she'll APPLY AND OVER PROCESS YOUR HAIR WITH A PERM ON YOUR VIRGIN HAIR AND CALL IT A TEXTURIZER, will grab and tug at your hair as if it insulted her, will yell and talk down to you, wet your face during shampoos- yet accuse YOU of slobbering up your brand new mask, will aggressively pull your head centimeters toward her huge breasts while talking down to you... cut the appt with your head half done because she had another client AND tell you to come back 4 hours later to finish. All done at the most obnoxious high volume level. After finishing your own service, she is nervy enough to talk down to you as she tells you the cost of her less-than- paying-worthy service AFTER abusing you. She will actually push for and accept payment, attempting to bully you until you AGGRESSIVELY check her into her place. Then, she'll suddenly recall her behavior and half apologize by returning the money she was so adamant on receiving just hours prior. If you request for her to compensate for the years of left over damage, she will refuse. Darlene is very unstable. She has a problem with lying, ego, pride, admitting when she's wrong and standing up to her intentional "mistakes". All these are obvious signs and traits of a disturbed individual who needs love, spiritual and psychological attention. She's been doing hair longer than many of us have been alive. She knows better. Do you really want someone lacking so much putting their toxic energy into your head? The owner, Ms Joy and I have spoken. Darlene thinks that since she's a independent contractor, she won't pay the consequences for her actions, however... her reputation will, as she is learning today. Her behavior was excused in the past by others but today is a new day, Darlene. I understand Portland's standards for just about everything is much lower than other areas, which is why Darlene's behavior has been ignored until now. Ms Joy apologized for my experience. This is no reflection on Ms Joy personally, just her unfortunate burden of employing Darlene, as she chose to take her on at Jayah Rose. Let's see how long it takes for Darlene to have another tantrum and burn another professional bridge like her cousin. I took the liberty of checking Darlene via text... and saved her responses admitting to her behavior. She would not pay to repair the years worth of her intentional damage done to my hair, which is why this complaint has been made public for you current/ potential clients and tea sippers. If you really want the "tea" , you can view it on on the IG page @sitdownsomewheredarlene . I took screen shots of our texts with her admitting to her disgusting behavior. Please take the time to read them... it will save you much trauma, money, fucked up hair and the worst experience with a bitter and scorned golden girl. Darlene, I was hoping you really learned from your embarrassing behavior as I said in our texts, but I also knew you would pull this stunt after, so obviously not. It may be time to throw in the towel and retire, hun. Focus on your health- healing physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually and psychologically. While having several seats in your time-out, be a better example for the other black "professional" women learning your toxic traits. There's too many like you in Portland sadly. Let's do better, black women. read more

I love this salon, however I used a new stylist named Jeleah recently who was so rude and nasty to me the whole appointment. I came in to the salon excited to spend the day amongst my fellow Black women, and left in tears because I was treated like a burden the whole appointment because I picked up the wrong hair by mistake. I can admit when I'm wrong, however I didn't think making this mistake would make the stylist treat me like I was a POS. I apologized for the mix up, offered to pay upfront if this didn't work/we needed to reschedule and took full responsibility for not getting the right product. At the beginning I was told that she could make what I brought work, only after an hour or so being told it wasn't going to work and the stylist sent me out to the hair store to get what she needed. This would have been nice to know before she started so I didn't have to go out with a half done head of hair, but no big deal. EXCEPT she proceeds to harass me the whole time I am out saying I was taking too long (the store had a long line) and says she's charging me extra for wasting her time, when she literally disappeared for 25 minutes on her phone in the middle of my appointment before I went to the store. I however said the fee was fine though because I know she had another appointment later. Again trying to be accommodating because I know it was my fault I picked up the wrong hair and wanting to smooth things cover. I finally get back and she makes me sit outside for 10 minutes (even though she read my message saying I was back) before coming to the door to let me in to finish my appointment which appeared to just be out of spite with the way she passive aggressively let me back in and still did not say one word to me upon return. At this point there was no denying she absolutely did not want me there. I asked her if she wanted to just stop doing my hair because the vibes were off and I didn't want any negativity going into my hair. She flatly said no and she was almost done, but still continued to be rude to me the rest of the appointment. It was an awful experience. The whole time she acted pissed I had even booked. I definitely was not asking to have my a** kissed, but I expected some professionalism and tact which I did not get. I've never had a stylist who acted nasty like this before so I was just shocked. At the end of the appointment I just wanted to get out of there ASAP because she clearly didn't want me there. We finally finished and I can tell she was just trying to get me out ASPAP too, because one of my locs in the front of my head literally is not secured and I'm going to have to fix that on my own. Based on this experience I wouldn't say avoid this salon all together, but make sure you find the right stylist. I personally will be pursuing other salons because I would feel uncomfortable seeing this person, but there are some great people here with experience and professionalism. I got my hair done by Nadege prior and she was amazing. Just not this individual. Update: I added her name because most of the locs unraveled within a week of getting my hair done with me taking very good care of them. They also were not sized correctly. I had to fix them myself. You can not treat people like this and I hope for the good of your reputation, you change your attitude and treat all customers how you would want to be treated. read more

My first experience at The Jayah Rose Salon and Spa was great! Nadage performed the laborious task of washing my set-in hair extensions. She expertly navigated the braids and tracks while describing the entire process. She was very knowledgeable about the products. The salon is super clean, modern, and open and everyone was very friendly and professional. There was a very diverse clientele which means they are a multicultural salon. I highly recommend this hair salon. No WiFi. No booking appointments online. read more

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Nikky saved my hair after over a year without haircuts during the pandemic. She worked some serious magic and it came out even better than I could have imagined. Cannot recommend this salon enough! read more

Awesome stylists! I have been searching for a great stylist since we moved to Oregon and I have had pretty poor luck until I stumbled across the Jayah Rose salon. The team seems very fun and the atmosphere is great. They definitely know their stuff. read more

SUPPORT BLACK OWN BUSINESSES Jestina Fasasi (stylist) got me right last min and I'm super happy. My birthday party was only a day away and she squeezed me in. Thankfully . BOOK with her ! read more

The Jayah Salon and Spa - Got my silk press from Jestina Fasasi (stylist) BOOK WITH HER she got me right last min and So polite. - Hair Salons Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We live in Albany and having a daughter who is biracial, it is impossible to find anyone in our area that knows how to cut and style my daughters hair. Every time we have gone here it has been an amazing experience for us; especially my daughter! Our favorite stylist is Dakima! My daughter has been going through some self love things about her skin and hair and Dakima lifted her spirits so high that she was untouchable. She took my broken little girl and put her pieces vack together. She did more than just my daughter's hair. I will always praise this place and that stylist. Thank you. read more

The Jayah Salon and Spa - Hair Salons Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is the only salon in Portland I ever go to. Miko is my hair stylist, and she always listens to what I want and I am always more than satisfied with my results. Also whenever I'm thinking about trying something new she always helps me out with great hair care advice. I also had my hair done by Sabrina recently and she did a great job. It was when she was very new and she was very attentive to what I wanted and so sweet. I would highly recommend either of these ladies. They are timely, attentive to detail, and very welcoming. Also love the atmosphere of the salon in general. read more

Visited this shop today my hairstylist was Dakima Maria. I hit her up on social media. Very quick with response was able to fit me in soon as I asked. Walked me through everything she was doing with my hair. Made me feel so comfortable. Very gentle hands she knows exactly what she was doing I would recommend her to anybody that likes short hairstyles. Because she did my hair so good. I am a happy customer and have plans on coming back. read more

I purchased a wig online and booked with Miko to have my wig installed. She executed exactly as asked, was willing to try different styles and she was very warm and personable. There's no one else in town that installs wigs as good as her. I highly recommend paying Miko a visit if you have a wig, frontal or closure that you want to look super natural. read more

Amazing service! I recently moved to Oregon from FL and was in need to have my hair done. I went to the same stylist for 11 years in FL. When I showed up for my appointment everyone was so warm and welcoming. Jestina relaxed my hair today and did a phenomenal job!! She really knew what she was doing. Going natural has become so popular so I was a bit hesitant to have someone new relax my hair. Jestina put my nerves at ease. My hair turned out beautiful! I know for sure my next appointment at Jayah Salon will be with Jestina! read more

Nadege is one of the absolute most incredible hair stylists I have ever met. Not only has she brought my hair back to life from the dead with her wonderful protective styles , but, every time I sit in her chair I leave the salon feeling spiritually full (and looking famous). It doesn't matter what kind of braiding or twist style I experiment with - she is in - freaking - credible. You can tell how dedicated she is to her craft and clients. I am so blessed to have found such a wonderful hair goddess. If I could do 100 out of 5 stars I would. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! read more

I absolutely loved my experience at Jayah's. Day(sp) was so courteous and accommodating. She moved her schedule around to fit me in. My hair looks amazing. Will definitely be returning and recommending! read more

Nikki really took her time without going overly slow or wasting time, really listened to what I wanted, and gave both an excellent cut AND style. I left feeling fabulous! read more

I'm sure that they do great hair here, especially considering how hard it is to find a great stylist that can do black hair, however I will never get to know. I got an appointment with Nadege for Saturday July 9th; I took a Uber and paid $11 just so that I wouldn't get there late and walked in the salon. I go to see her and tell her that I have a 3pm appt; she tells me that the appt is for the following week, which is a complete lie. I definitely remember saying this Saturday, I say ok and leave. There's no apologizing, no trying to possibly find a solution, nothing. Well considering that it's just hair I'll still find something, but this is actually ridiculous. read more

Dakima Maria is my stylist at this salon. She is very knowledgeable and accommodating and always includes me in the process. She always works with me to create my look and I always leave feeling great about the process. The salon is very professional and all the ladies have style and grace. I highly recommend!! read more

I've been going here for over 10 years, wouldn't go anywhere else. All the staff are superb and make you feel you are just like family! Trina is my stylist and she's fantastic! read more

I love love love Ms. Dakima. We has been one of my favorite stylist since I moved to Portland. I don't let a lot of people touch my hair, but I trust her with my hair. read more

Exactly what I wanted! I was flying into Portland from Southern California for a wedding that I was in. Doing my own hair was not an option. The wedding was on a Sunday which proposed a problem as far as normal salon hours. I called Jayah Rose and left a message on their voicemail. I didn't think I would hear back, but the next day, AMBER called me and asked what I was looking for. We collaborated on some ideas and exchanged some pics via text. She offered to come in early on a Sunday morning and have my hair done by the time I needed to be ready for pictures. The up-do exceeded my expectations. It was a work of art. I highly recommend AMBER and The Jayah Rose Salon; So kind and professional! read more