01/08/09

TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE

by juliel123

I had the absolute worst salon experience at Jose Eber in Beverly Hills. Previously living in Plano, Texas, I would get my haircut at the salon there. Being a current cosmetology student in LA I wanted to "try" this location as a potential place of employment. Needless to say, my hair was destroyed after the entire haircut was done with only a razor and thinning shears. The color had zero shine and a green tint. I went home and tried my best to get used to the "change" but was embarassed to go back to cosmetology school. I then returned to the salon to demand my money back. The female manager was terrible and would not refund my money. I would not go to this salon unless you want a very simple cut and have money to waste.

• Pros: learned what NOT to do when I work in a salon
• Cons: poor management, uneducated stylist, overpriced, outdated, etc.

09/23/08

Two Rodeo's crowning glory pays homage to the famous hair guru and the ladies who love him.

by Contributor

In Short
Walking into Beverly Hills' most famous salon is a little like stepping into a Judith Krantz novel--everyone is rich, dressed up and no doubt hiding some secret desire. Over the last four decades, Jose Eber has become one of the most recognized hair designers in the world, with a client roster including Farrah Fawcett, Elizabeth Taylor and Cher. But he's built his reputation on his amazing ability to size up a woman's features and recommend a style that will enhance her natural beauty. For a hefty fee, Jose consults with clients before his talented team takes over. VIPs like Cher take the private elevator to the second-floor lounge for private sessions with the master himself. Spa treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures, tanning and makeup lessons are also offered.

08/15/08

I was LITERALLY asked if I could afford the service?

by IntheTMZ

I took an out of town family member to this salon for service. It was recommended by an acquaintance (a local "celebrity" newscaster). Since my family member had a short style, I felt Jose might be a good stylist selection. I was extremely disappointed in the atmosphere and treatment.

The atmosphere is that of a cosmetology school. It is very distasteful if you are accustom to high end salons. The stylists look and act (talking, gossiping, eating at stations) like what you might expect at a cosmetology school. My regular hair stylist is Frederic Fekkai and although I was not at Jose Eber to personally receive a service, the staff felt compelled to give unsolicited advice on what was "wrong" with my hair.

I have been going to salons in Beverly Hills for years and NEVER in my history have I been pulled aside and asked if I could afford a service! Jose Eber Salon tops them all. Can you imagine the staff trying to actually humiliate their clientele? If they treat locals this way I can only imagine what they do to all those poor tourists! I felt like I was living a scene from "LA Story": What might you order? I might like the duck. You can't.- You can't. Why? With this financial statement, you think you can have the duck? Where do you summer? Excuse me? Where do you spend your summers? Here. The chicken.- You can have the chichen.. Where's the camera crew? This woman didn't just ask me if I could afford the service at this dump? This experience was like a parody of LA.

While Jose' may be a wonderful person, extremely charismatic and charming, I will never set foot in his salon again. The place is in dire need of a major overhaul with major policy changes and a more upscale mannered staff who provide a higher level of customer service.I vote this the worst experience I've ever had in a salon - not due to the service but due to the poor manners of ignorant staff. Don?t go in expecting the Peninsula treatment because instead you?ll get the Motel 6.

• Cons: Rude Staff, Atmosphere, Attitude

05/24/08

Heather S - best, trustworthy, stylish friendly hair stylist in all of Bev. Hills!!

by nina1108

coloring my hair is a new thing for me. i'm 27 and just started having it done. if it weren't for heather i'm not sure i'd be sticking with this new hobby. she's the kind of colorist who will never let you down or walk out with hair that doesn't look great on you. she's super out going and nice, making sure every client gets the experience they deserve. the day i leave the salon the compliments don't stop. she's gorgeous and takes pride in herself and her work. she can look at you and decide what works. she has style, she has flare, she was there, that's how she became my colorist! i love love love her and recommend her to ANYONE! do yourself a favor and check her out. i promise you will NOT be disappointed.

• Pros: HEATHER STRANGE

05/22/08

Horrible!!!

by soberla

I hated this outdated, overrated, overrpriced salon. There is zero customer service just arrogant obnoxious has-beens. The people who "manage" this dump are downright nasty, unfriendly and awful. They act like they're doing you a favor to let you come pay triple what a service should cost and give you a talent-less

lame haircut, blowdry, color. I have had several bad experiences and am done. It's in a nice location so I tried it a few times and was repeatedly dissappointment. Unfounded arrogance, pomposity, attitude and nothing backing it up. Just rude and nasty. EWWWWww.. What a dump.

04/28/08

Best Stylist/Colorist in the world!!

by allysonwish

The thing I miss most about LA- Lorenzo Martin. He is a genious with style, cut and color!! Everytime I walked into the salon I was filled with anticipation becasue I knew the minute I stepped out I would feel like a supermodel. The expierence itself was very relaxing. Everyone treats you like a celebrity even if you are not. I appreciated Lorenzo's creativity and style. I can't wait till I can go back to LA to see Lorenzo again!

04/25/08

Best hair stylist and colorist in USA

by babs21

Some months back I went to a supposedly top hair salon in San Diego! My hair was absolutely ruined, not to say anything of the cost! I had saved the Allure Magazine which wrote up Lorenzo Martin of Jose Eber. I was terrified, but living with my diaster was worse. I called and made the appointment and

drove to L.A.. I was embarrassed even to walk into the salon, but everyone was so cordial. Lorenzo was so understanding and he gave me absolutely the best haircut I have ever had and what can I say about the color. He is a genius and I left the salon skipping down the streets of Beverly Hills. I would fly across country for Lorenzo. Thank you, I love you.

04/23/08

There is only one reason to go here!

by Chandra81

I had my hair done by one stylist at Jose Eber and it was awful, the color was orange, (supposed to be blonde) and he then razor cut my fine hair and it looked thin, ragged it was a mess. I was in tears. Thankfully this story has a happy ending. The manager couldn't have been more gracious and put me with their top stylist Lorenzo Martin. THANK GOODNESS! He corrected the color and in fact it is the best color I have ever had. Lorenzo corrected the cut with a few gorgeous natural extension, he even oversaw the technician as she put them in, and then recut he my hair. I left the salon with full,luscious, bouncy hair. I've never had that in my entire life. Even though he was the busiest person in the salon he took my emergency hair crisis right away, made me feel at ease and gave me a complete makeover. What a talent. By the way, I met my boyfriend that night when I was at a boring business function. It all started with him saying he loved my hair. Thank you to the very untalented stylist at Jose Eber who originally did my hair and ruined it. I never would have met Lorenzo without him!

04/22/08

Love my hair! Thank you Lorenzo!

by bestaste

I read about Lorenzo Martin in Allure Magazine and booked an appointment with him when I was in town from Chicago. (He does everyone from Catherine Zeta-Jones to Heather Locklear.) I asked him to make me a real California blonde and cut my hair into something glamorous and incredible. Well, he more than delivered, I walked out with the most gorgeous hair I have ever had in my life! Walking down Rodeo Drive 4 different people asked me who did my hair. What a compliment! Not only is Lorenzo talented he is kind and attentive. I felt like I was the only client in the salon. I make it a point to come back to Los Angeles every 6 weeks to get my hair done and believe me it is worth it!

• Pros: easy parking, nice location, lorenzo
• Cons: the salon is slightly dated but the staff is sweet!

03/25/08

X is Beyond Fabulous

by Qweenofbeers

I was Very nervous walking into Jos'e Eber's for the first time. I hadn't had a haircut in over 2 years and wanted something that i could style easily and wouldn't take me forever to do. As soon as I said that X worked his magic and I walked away with a haircut that took my breath away. He gave me long layers that gave my hair the body I always wanted and bangs that swept to the side. X is truely a remarkable hairstylist with a style all his own. And his peronality and edgy style is just another thing that made my haircutting experience a fabulous one. Thanks again X see you in 6 weeks Dah-Ling