Ringlets Salon

I had my hair cut by Pamela at Ringlets today am very happy with my new hairstyle! I have curly hair and wanted an Afro hairstyle. I didn’t think my hair could have enough body to go into an Afro, but Pamela worked magic with her scissors and creativity and really hooked a sister up! The vibe was friendly and mellow in the shop also. I look forward to my next haircut!

Lonzella is the only hair dresser I trust with my curls! She is talented! She has consistently given me the best haircuts I’ve eve gotten, gives great advice in taking care of your hair and did an amazing job when I wanted color. Definitely my go to spot for getting a hair cut for my curls.

Pamela and her team are amazing!
They were kind enough to see my 6 year old daughter last minute late on a Thursday night and the results were amazing (I posted a picture here of my daughter’s super curly brown hair).
This was my daughter’s first trip to the salon and Pamela and her team made sure that it was comfortable and, even enjoyable, for my little one. Pamela also taught me a few tricks about how to handle my daughter’s super curly hair, while engaging us in great conversation as well.
5 stars for sure… Ringlets has earned a repeat customer in me!

Pamela is amazing! After cutting my hair twice with Deva Cut style, I decided this way of cutting does not work at all! They only cut the curls that they think are not healthy and the result is a lot of split ends that do not get cut. In 2 years, my hair went from a little below the shoulder to neck-​length. And I did not cut it! I only cut the ends! So, my conclusion was that it was breaking off badly (and I can see it as I have several hair lengths now). So, I was looking for someone that can cut curly hair but it was not a Deva Curl person. I found Pamela on Unilocal and decided to give her a try. I explained all my concerns (I am getting married in 5 months and want my hair to be curly for the day, so I need some length) and she came up with a plan: we cut only the essential to start, so my hair would not be too short for the wedding but would stop breaking off. She used a gloss treatment to make my hair stronger and with less frizz, she told me to sleep on satin pillowcases (even gave me one!) and recommended a deep conditioner to use at home. Between now and the wedding, I will go back to do the treatment twice more and after the wedding I will cut my hair right! I never had someone to listen to my concerns like this and to came up with such a plan! I highly recommend Pamela to any girl with curly hair. I know how hard it is to find a good hairdresser that knows our hair! My hair looks much better and healthy now! Seriously, go to Pamela! She will help you.

I love Ringlets! Pamela is the only person I trust to touch my hair. I always leave there feeling better (mind, body, and soul). It’s a part of my self care routine. Before going to Ringlets I wore my hair in the «wet look» and it was very damaged. Now, with Pamela’s help my hair is healthy, thick, and growing long. Pamela is very professional and takes pride in excellent customer service for her clients. She also uses top of the line hair products and is a joy to be around. I highly recommend Ringlets to someone looking for a professional and peaceful environment to get their hair needs met.

Lonzella is thee best! Very professional and friendly. Very knowledgeable and takes great care of my hair. Easily one of the best stylist I’ve had. Atmosphere is always chill and relaxing which is a huge plus.

Love Lonzella! Its been a long road to find someone I can trust with my curly hair. I took a risk and went to Lonzella at Ringlets AND tried a very new style. She somehow took my crazy explanation, hand gestures and Pintrest images and turned them into a new cut that I love. I’m definitely a regular now. I highly recommend.

Today was my first time at Ringlets Salon. I was in desperate need of a trim and some conditioning. Pamela did both. If you have ever gone to a salon and been disappointed because the stylist just did what she wanted to do and didn’t listen to you. Pamela is not like that at all. She was thoughtful and considerate of the way I wanted to wear my hair and my desire not to lose too much length. She gave me suggestion as to how I could improve the condition of my hair over time, but she didn’t push products. I left with soft hair and my afro was perfection. I appreciated my entire experience and I will be back.

My first visit to the salon. Being a natural I’m very cautious with trusting others with my curls. I went for a deep condition and trim and left with conditioning, trim, and a new color for the winter. Lonzella was wonderful. She was friendly, patient, gave some tips, did an awesome job with my color, and the best shampoo/​scalp massage. I’ve found a stylist. You can’t go wrong with her or Pamela.

I decided to try this salon once on impulse, as I was in the area, and I walked by and noticed that they did natural hair. More specifically, I wanted to try something different and get a press for my curly hair. I went in and spoke to the stylist Pam, who was nice at the time and booked me an appt. She assured me that she could work with my hair. Here is my breakdown of the experience.
Pros:
1) Salon is local in Oakland.
2) Pam discouraged me from going to a salon regularly. I guess I should thank her. Her shabby service motivated me to do my hair myself… ALL THE TIME!
3) no longer impulsive in trying stylists.
Cons:
1) When I booked my appt with Pam, I specifically asked for a day and a time when she was not busy. She booked me for a Saturday am appt (which I thought was odd that she would not be busy on a Saturday). She assured me that she was not busy. I told her about my bad experiences with waiting on unprofessional people. She said she understood and would never do that. I even called prior to coming in to make sure she wasn’t busy. She said she wasn’t…Fast forward to my appt. I roll in that Saturday morning… guess what? The salon is packed with a bunch of hens clucking about this and that. Guess what else? There are 2 women in front of me in Pam’s chair! One of the women had long thick hair and was getting a press (just like me). The other woman got a rod curl set. Apparently, the woman was a senator or some type of government official because Pam went around the salon guffawing «Do you know who this is?» and snapping photos of the woman like she was paparazzi. 45 minutes later– she looks at me and says «I am running a little behind. I am willing to give you a huge discount.» Being a sucker for cheap wash and press, I sit and wait like BooBoo the fool.
2) Pam has a snotty attitude. Apparently, when I responded «no» to not knowing who this senator or so called woman was in the chair, Pam took offense to these. She made it a point to address me and tell me that I «should be more involved in politics.» What i do and who I know is my business, you can keep your opinions.
3) 2 hours later, I am in the chair. She looks at my hair and says «no way. Your hair is too long and too thick.» She then proceeds to tell me my hair is too dry for a press. What!!! Then she tells me it would be better if I had curly hairstyle and keep the chemicals out. Ok, whatever. I am just ready to get on with it now. She washed my hair and slapped some curly pudding on it and said «Voila.» That’s right she did the same crap that I do at home! She even gave the same style I came in with! Come on now.
4) The best part is her discounted price…$ 40 was what she charged me for a wash and to slap some curly pudding on it.
5) Style was the same one i wore in the place. Overall I wasn’t impressed. Why would i pay money (inflated prices mind you) for something I can do myself?
6) She tried to push that crappy Moroccan Oil product… Please it was a fad already. I have already wasted $ 40 and over 3.5 on you on a Saturday. Do you really think I want to throw away another $ 37 on that crap?
Bottom Line: I would not recommend this salon or Pam to anyone. Totally unprofessional. Her hair styles are so so at best. Nothing to write home about. You can take a look at the «models» above and see that (nothing against you ladies, but honestly I can’t sit here and say «oh wow I want my hair to look like that!) I am not one to sit around in some salon listening to a bunch of hens waiting to get an oke doke hairstyle with a snobby stylist who doesn’t respect me or my time. But that is me! My recommendation is to save your money. Better yet, close your purse and go somewhere else. I went to another stylist in Oakland, and had my hair pressed the very next week! It looked fabulous (and still does).

I’ve been to this salon 3 times already! And Pamela is wonderful… She really knows what she is talking about…
I came to her and my hair was completely damage. So me and her made a decision that my hair needed to be cut… It was hard at first but I soon got over it. Since then my hair has been really healthy. And it has grown a little since then. Pamela is my go to stylist very down to earth… and did i mention that she is funny to? She is very professional her shop is small but very clean…
I love the fact that u dont have to worry about the rude females that always be in the shop mugging you or looking you up and down. Love this place and location… I am officially a forever client…
So if you are thinking about going natural, or have damage hair, or just are looking for a stylist… Try this salon you wont regret it…
BTW there is another stylist that works there (I kno her name I just can’t spell it) She did my hair once before to and it came out beautiful… Thanks a lot Ladies

After moving to the area, I looked for a stylist who would color and cut my hair. Pamela did a fantastic job from scheduling me (I was coming from south bay) to a fabulous new cut to recommending products (even if she didn’t have them).
She focuses on the maintenance of your hair and provided good suggestions on keeping it healthy. She seemed to ask all the right questions before working on my hair. She’s not close by but is well worth the trip!

Love my short hair cuts by Pamela. She works magic with those scissors. My daughters and close friends. always know when my hair has been cut by Pamela, strangers even ask, «who cuts your hair?» super short hair… a mixed chick.

DEVASTATING!
lets start with the fact that i chose to go to this salon because it has awesome reviews and i have a head full of ringlets. I thought it would be a god fit.
I simply asked for a trim and anything more than and inch off the length of my hair was too much being that my hair grows so slow. The shop owner understood and she proceeded to «trim» my hair. She was very nice and pleasant to chat with. She cut my hair behind my shoulders so i couldn’t see just how much she was hacking off. by the time she was done and showed me what she had done she had chopped off 5 inches! I paid the lady, got to my car and cried!
my long curly hair is now to my shoulders! I specifically asked for no more than an inch off the length.
If you are looking for a subtle trim this is not the place.

When I first came to Ringlets, my hair was fried and thinning due to over processing with relaxers and bad braiding. The first time I walked into Ringlets in late 2012, I was very desperate for a knowledgeable professional to care for my hair without the use of chemicals. Fortunately, Lonzella, a young but very gifted stylist at Ringlets Salon, patiently consulted with me, and began working on my hair immediately afterwards! I have continued seeing «Loni» for over a year now, and needless to say, she had truly brought my hair back to life! With use of protein treatments and natural products, my hair has truly thicken become overall healthier. I will continue to see Loni as truly talented and wonderful professional! I can’t wait to see the progression of my hair in 2014 to an even healthier, fuller, and longer state under Loni’s care.

The experience was ok… I unfortunately did not have the pleasure of Pamela doing my hair, which is where this disaster began. I’ve been natural for most of my life and have NEVER had a bad press. The other stylist that works there really needs a class in time management as well as natural hair care. My hair blowout was fried and the press horrible! My hair changed the minute I walked out. Never mind her charging me over $ 100! my bday. Ruined. Now I have one spot permanently straight bc of her «technique»; a reminder why I don’t have a perm now! Sweetheart lay off the straightening and learn how to use that stove properly.

I love this salon! Pamela has knowledge about All types of hair, and she can just look at your hair and do an excellent analysis on its condition. I am African American, natural hair, and she takes great care of my hair. She uses sulfate free shampoos, which don’t dry my hair. She also deep conditions it, and blow dries it. Then, curls it with a state of the art heat styling tool. She is patient and kind. Her prices are very reasonable. Shop is clean, with relaxing music. She also does really good color work. I totally recommend Ringlets. Pamela knows her stuff!

Pamela made me a promise that she would whip my hair into shape. She did not disappoint. Not only is my hair healthy, I now have hair in places that had been void of hair for many moons.
I am extremely pleased with her use of color and the quality of her products.
When I need something special, Pamela is on point with a style that is fresh and attractive.
I am grateful for her polish and talents. My hair looks wonderful.

Pamela at Ringlets makes me and my hair happy. I get so many compliments on my hair cut and style and she is a master at color. When I need to look fabulous, Pamela helps me choose a style that will make a special occasion even more so. My friend from New York recommended Pamela, so she’s known for her hair styles across the country. I truly appreciate her professionalism, energy and artistry.

WOW! This place is awesome! The experience starts as soon as you step foot inside the door. Pamela is amazing. It’s been a long, long time since I have been stopped by strangers wanting to lavish me with compliments about my hair. I’m a new woman with a new attitude. Love this place and will continue allowing stylist Pamela to rock my hair. Shear Genius!!!
Alfreda (new client)