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Re: Good Adult Bangs Haircutter/Stylist (Jan 2005)
My hair grows straight down into my face, and I have no choice but bangs. About a year ago my stylist moved out of the area, and I decided to try a different salon, called, and told them I had stubborn difficult straight hair, and asked for a recommendation. Since then John at Peter Thomas (in Berkeley 843 0697) has been cutting my hair, and he is fabulous with my bangs. He has cut several different styles each with different bang styles, and Imve been very happy. He may not be in your price range - he currently charges $61 which is high but not outrageous. Just a warning - he talks a mile a minute, and you may leave with a slight headache! I personally really like him and find him a very interesting guy.

Re: Need hip haircut for long, curly hair (Oct 2004)
Peter Thomas on Shattuck in Berkeley. I have longish curly hair and was really nervous about cutting it but wanted something more flattering and sylish. He's the man. I love the cut he gave me and it grew out well and looked good (even better) as it grew. It's not cheap ($85-ish) but it was totally worth it because he gave me the great cut that got me started - you need a really good/expensive cut when you are changing I style, I believe, especially with curly hair. And he totally understands the bell-shaped/upside down triangle problem of curly-haired folks and has cool techniques to fight that. Then you can go cheaper for maintenance later. I now go to Festoon as a model and like that too, but would suggest Peter for the first time. I'll definitely go back when I need a really good cut I can trust. Kristen

Re: Stylist who can do both cut and color (May 2004)
Hi. I've been going to Peter Thomas for the last 6-8 months and really really really love the stylists there. I think that Tresca would be a really great stylist for you. She's very good with cuts and color and her fees are quite reasonable. Tresca is very down to earth and easy to talk to. If you want a haircut that she knows won't work for you, she'll let you know in a very nice way. She'll also help you find a style that is flattering for you and meets your needs. The thing I love the most about all the stylists at Peter Thomas is this: If you can't style it, or want something to be fixed they'll do it for free without complaint or attitude. Of course you shouldn't wait too long between the initial cut or color problem and going back to get it fixed. For instance, I was having such a good time talking to my stylist the last time I was there, I forgot to pay attention to how she was styling my hair. Within a week, my hair was a total mess. I couldn't control it. I looked like the photos of Albert Einstien when he was older. You know, hair everywhere. So, I booked a re-cut. We addressed my styling issues. She had me style it in front of her so I would know how not to look like good old Albert. Problem solved and it was no big deal. So call Peter Thomas, and ask about setting up a meeting with Tresca even before she does anything to your hair. Actually, I'd suggest you do that with any stylist that someone suggests you use. That way you lessen the chance of hair mishaps, bad communications, and the feeling that you have been ripped off. Beth

Re: Good colorist who works Saturdays (Jan. 2004)
Nancy Salgado at Peter Thomas (at Virgina & Shattuck) is a great colorist. She works Saturdays. 843-0697 Recent redhead

Re: Make-up artist for wedding photos (June 2003)
I would recommend a woman named Katrina who works at Peter Thomas hair salon in Berkeley but does on-location make up on her off days (Sunday being one). You could contact her at the salon. I do bridal make up myself and Katrina has done my make up when I was in a wedding and I think she is excellent plus super nice. She does on location hair as well. www.holtzweddings.com

Re: Where to Get a Good Layered Haircut for Straight Hair (Nov 2002)
I like Peter Thomas at Peter Thomas Hair Design on Shattuck. He takes the time to give me a nice layered cut that grows out well so I'm not rushing back too often. Cost: more than $50, but less than $100 as I recall. Laura

Re: Top-notch East Bay hair salon (March 2002)
It's Peter Thomas Salon, definitely. It's on the corner of Shattuck and Virginia. 843-0697 Ann

Re: Haircutters for Curly Hair (2001)
There's Peter Thomas on North Shattuck in Berkeley. Con: (1) He is expensive. (He is, in fact, my one and only personal-care-and-adornment extravagance: $68 a cut.) Pros: (1) He owns the shop, so at least you don't need to tip. (2) He is damned skilled. (3) He never clucks and say, "Oh, your hair's so DRY." (Thanks a lot for that revelation, all you ex-hair-cutters; I've merely lived with my dry hair for 49 years.) (4) He washes my hair himself and gives a nice little scalp massage. (5) He somehow gets away with calling me "Sweetie" without being offensive. (6) My former cutter insisted that the style I wanted was impossible. Peter listened and said, "Oh, yeah. That's no problem." Nothing beats an experienced Brit. (7) A very good cut lasts much longer than a merely good one.
P.S. Re. curly hair: I did once watch Peter working on a woman whose hair was not only curly, but it grew in a completely irregular non-pattern. He was very careful and seemed rather excited by the challenge of giving her a good cut.

Re: Good Cut Under $40 (June 2001)
To the person who wanted recommendations for a good haircutter, I'd recommend Peter Thomas salon on Shattuck at Virginia. Haircuts range around $40, some less, for the less experienced stylists. They have a good reputation, seem very skilled, and I've been happy going there for about 5 years, with a variety of hair styles--of my own design. The woman who cuts my hair is named Genevra, but I'd suggest telling the receptionist what you're looking for, and see who she recommends. Joan

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