San Jose, CA.

Special FX Salon and Day Spa

User Reviews of Special FX Salon and Day Spa

Yelp.com Review - by crystal n.

4.0 of 5 stars. I followed my stylist Lesley here from ego mechanix. i just had an appointment with her this week and i am yet again VERY happy!what i love about lesley is she really listens to what you want, and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Danielle K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I might go back. That being said:Negatives: I paid $45 for a cut/blow dry and my neck wasn't brushed off, she cut my hair onto my purse (and into), and after I had left I realized that I had a bunch...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Gisella C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I consider myself an extremely loyal consumer. Once I find something or someone I like, I stick to it no matter what. In the hair industry, it's super difficult to find someone whom understands and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by L H.

5.0 of 5 stars. What can I say...................I LOVE Dina at Special Fx Salon and Day Spa.She is professional, friendly, and takes the time to make you feel comfortable and relaxed. I had long and curly hair and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jan P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Bang trim with Leslie, $5. Whole experience, 5 minutes. Haha. Leslie was really chill and nice about my quick bang trim, and I found myself to be really comfortable with her despite her edgy hair. She...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rishi G.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have the honor of being the only man to review this place. So why is a straight guy going to salon? I'll let Russell Peters explain it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eA1FEie4fcI was blessed...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tina W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Denise contacted me a month or so again to apologize for the service I received. She insisted that she take care of me - well, last night she did! She did a beautiful color on my head! Well,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Joyce B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I haven't been to this particular salon but I have had my hair cut by Anthony Cuevas. It's been two years since he's cut my hair but I still think about the great job he did. I'm too far away to get...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Care N.

5.0 of 5 stars. I received an e-mail from the owner of Special FX offering a complimentary color service since I had such a bad experience a while back. I have to say I was quite impressed by the generous offer -...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Melanie D.

5.0 of 5 stars. The location is convenient (right off the freeway on a major cross street!) The place is clean and has plenty of parking up front. I can't speak for any other stylists than Lesley. She's the best and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark A.

5.0 of 5 stars. George is awesome. I've been going to him for cut and style for a few years now. He does a great job at cutting and styling my hair. Probably sounds funny coming from a man, but I certainly get...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tessa W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Leslie is great for both color and cuts. She is really sweet too. The 5* rating is just for Leslie.
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie J.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been going to Jamie to get my hair cut here for almost 10 years and she is AMAZING. I would never go to anyone else. A self-described "perfectionist," she really does get my hair perfect every...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Veronica V.

5.0 of 5 stars. Anthony is so great! He knows how to cut to accentuate each individual face shape and hair type. These days I've been pretty basic but he still manages to cut my side swept bangs in a sassy way....
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amber K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This Salon is great. Always clean and very welcoming. I moved away from the area so this is not my regular salon but I have friends who go Liz on a regular basis and she is wonderful. Even squeezed...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dre H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Anthony is THE stylist to go to for any do! His experience and skills are amazing. Anthony knows how to bring out the sparkle in each individual. He is capable and talented with his ability to finesse...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Laurie H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Comfortable Friendly Full Service Salon I come here to get regular haircuts, and I couldn't be happier. A shout out for my favorite hair stylist Liz who is super friendly, listens to what I want...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle G.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've been coming to Special FX for over five (5) years, and I walk out looking more beautiful than when I came in. Tiffany is my favorite hair dresser, and she does an amazing job on color plays...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by karen W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great Salon! I have always seen Iris to get my eye brows waxed. Can I tell you about PERFECT!! Every time... perfect, perfect, perfect!! I receive so many compliments on how good they look....
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ailien L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Okay, so since my last review, Denise, the owner, contacted me by private message and genuinely was take aback by my bad experience with one of her hair stylists. She offered me a complimentary cut,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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Best hair extensions, great hair salon!

I have been going to this hair salon for about five years now. I have seen a couple of hair stylists for my highlights, colors, and cuts, and always got good results. I feel like they really make an effort to...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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Great results on my hair by Danica B. at InsiderPages

When I first moved here from San Diego, I was really nervous about finding a new hair stylist - I am always afraid of getting a scissor-happy hair dresser. I tried a few different hair salons and day spas in...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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Lots of services

They offer many services here. I've tried hair, make-up and waxing here. I have been happy with all of them.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by S G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great Salon. I see Maxine and she is great. She is very attentive to my needs and knows exactly what I want. She is so sweet. The salon is beautifully kept up and I have even been to their spa for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by frances g.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this salon, I have been going there for a year now to get color and Tiffany has never left me down!
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Geri Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. This salon has great pricing, great people, and a great atmosphere. Every time I go in I have the same great service. The gal that does the waxes is so sweet and makes you feel comfortable. I just got...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Karin C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Cynthia Cota is the best. She is detailed and listens to exactly what I want. She finds ways to get my hair exactly how I want it. She not only styles my hair but helps me keep it healthy. Very honest...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley J.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this salon! Or should I say I love my stylist?I see Maggie and she is a perfectionist. I have been going to her for many years. This salon has so many choices of brands for hair care. The staff...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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The best waxing ever! by L. M. at InsiderPages

Special FX was much nicer than the outside storefront in an inconspicuous mini-mall with a Smoke shop and a donut shop- simply called Donut would suggest. It is beautiful inside and goes on for miles. They...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by elaine g.

5.0 of 5 stars. i donate my hair to locks of love, so i was hesistant to dye/highlight my hair because i didn't want it to kill my hair.. plus i didn't want to make it look unnatural. my hairdresser/stylist cynthia...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2007
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Lovely Salon, Great Services by Anne R. at InsiderPages

Tucked in a strip mall on Branham, Special FX is a very nice salon and day spa. The salon is quite large inside and has a pleasant and soothing atmosphere. Anya is a great stylist -- she is by far the best...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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Great Service, Upscale Salon by Danielle B. at InsiderPages

Special FX offers a range of beauty services, including hair coloring, highlighting, and extensions, facials and microdermabrasion, massages, manicures and pedicures, and treatments for the body. I received...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Lily R.

5.0 of 5 stars. My hair is fabulous b/c of my amazing hair dresser. I bring in a picture of a color or style and when I leave, I leave with exactly what I wanted. NO joke. I have recieved MANY MANY compliments on my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2006
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