James Joseph Studio

AWESOME! AAAAAAA+++++++. Where to start???!!!! Well, a bit about me...I am a caucasian, 40-year old woman with a lot of hair...not thick and not thin, just somewhere in the middle; dense, and on the dry side (providing that detail so you know for comparison's sake...as a 20 year old Asian girl will have completely opposite needs, for sure!).

I have been unhappy with my mid-length, naturally wavy hair for years. Too unruly and difficult (can anyone say "frizz"???) to deal with, so I pretty much lived the last 5 years of my life in a ponytail on a daily basis. I can't remember the last time I left a salon feeling truly good about myself, and optimistic about how I would be able to do my own hair the next day.

I finally made the decision to go short for the first time in my life, and knowing what a dramatic change that would be, I asked for an appointment with someone who had extensive knowledge. I was blessed with an appointment with senior stylist ELLEN MACKIN. I went into this not having a clue as to what I'd prefer...just something short, easy, and fun. She took the time to listen to my concerns and wishes, offered advice, and clearly defined her game plan. I was immediately on board, and trusted her completely....heck, I figured if I hate it, then how's that any different from where I am now?

The experience in her chair...A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. This girl did not skimp, or rush, or take any shortcuts (total time: 1 hr & 45 minutes). At one point, she actually saw one strand that needed correction and addressed it. I laughed! She also took the time to wet the hair down afterwards and show me what to do after I wash it; step by step.

I was heading to a wedding immediately after, so I wanted her to style my hair to the nines, and she went to town. When I pointed out my grays and asked her to make sure they were camo'd...she said she loved them, and we should be confident in who we are. All-around, she didn't see or point out any "imperfections". Quite the opposite, as each time I brought up my flaws, she squashed the negativity.

The end result???? Well, I actually cried in the chair and told her it was the first time I have ever felt so good about my hair in many, many years. Quite an emotional experience! I had to hug her! She was truly a gift!

The feedback from all my friends and family at the wedding? Well, let's just say it was a humongous hit! Everyone was shocked to see I went so short, and floored at how good it looked. My family is brutally honest, so I knew they weren't just "being nice"...that doesn't happen in my family!

I woke up the next morning expecting terrible bed-head, but no! I just fingered my dry hair for 5 minutes, and was out the door looking fab. Miracle!!!!!!!!

A little more expensive than what I am used to at $65....but so worth it!!!!!! I feel like a new woman. I don't think I could ever thank Ellen enough, and encourage everyone to make a leap of faith with her. You won't regret it!!!!!!!!…