I haven't been going to Stranded Beauty Bar for very long (just three visits), but I would follow MINDY PALMER anywhere. I first met her in September 2005 and, at the time, I was scared to death of hair stylists messing up my hair. She did such a fantastic job that, since then, I've transferred my business with her from two previous salons.\r
This salon is clean and still close enough to work that I go on my lunch break. The receptionist, Penny, has been helpful and cheerful for all three visits and I do not have a problem getting an appointment with Mindy within a week of calling, even on short notice.\r
She does exactly what I ask (which has, of late, been the impossible: to cut it longer) but, at the same time, makes relevant suggestions and improves upon my vision of the perfect cut and knows exactly what she is doing. She is careful to choose nice-smelling products when styling and is not disdainful if I choose to use drugstore hair products (as long as they work for me!).\r
The haircuts are not Supercuts price, but she does such a good job, that I only go about 4 times per year. I don't know what I would do without MINDY; she is the best hair stylist in Santa Cruz county--make sure to ask for her by name...and tell her Amy sent you! :)
Pros: knowlegable friendly staff
Cons: pricey, but you get what you pay for...
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