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Hair-expert, Hair-professional, Hair-guru--I don't know what you would call Joi Studio Joi, but Hair Stylist just won't do it.  Joi knows hair--not in a "I got my cosmetology license" kind've way, but in a "I spend all day and night studying hair" kind've way.  Trust me, I'm not exaggerating--she doesn't even have a t.v.  She will educate you about what you should do to have healthy hair (diet, vitamins, etc). She treats the whole-you. She only uses the best, all-natural products.  She will even make her own 'concoctions' for your hair. For my dandruff, she created a wheat grass solution, for dry scalp, she created a beautiful-smelling concoction with tea leaves, and who knows what else--I just know that it worked!  Joi can do any type of hair and do anything with your hair. Joi's salon is a mirror of Joi's personality-, zen and beautiful.  Call me vain, call me a diva, but I care about my hair and I wouldn't trust anybody else with it, but Joi, a hair-expert, hair-professional, hair guru--hmmmmmm.... maybe I would call her the hair-whisperer 

Randi Agenbroad ~Greenbrae, CA

This is the best salon ever.  Joi Gayles, the owner is phenomenal. She has a diverse clientele and can do anything well...color, extensions, cuts, etc.  Her style is collaborative but her approach is unique. She starts by understanding the person, your interests, diet, lifestyle and all of this informs her about who you are. She will then give you a style that is all your own.  Simply put, her knowledge is ahead of the curve and her skills match.

Nellie Newman ~Sausalito, CA

She interviews you but in the typical way (which is usually to ask you what you want done and do you have a picture from a magazine that is an example). She asks you about your lifestyle (exercise, diet, interests, job, etc.). Through this she is able to get a good sense of your nature, personality, who you are, etc. Then she asks you what your hair goal is (even if this involves showing her a magazine pic). She listens carefully to you and offers her assessment and recommendations. In the end she’s like a therapist; she listens, collaborates with you tot work through the issues and guide you to your endgame. You just have to trust…if you turn it over to her she’ll take care of it. She won’t always take the same path you expect but she’ll get you there far better than you could have anticipated.

Her management style is collaborative. She’s phenomenal at getting to the essence of the person—whether someone comes in with no idea or a very clear idea of what they want—they all walk out transformed. She’ll give you your own look if you just LET her. Nellie 

What stands out most for me is her ability to provide focused attention to me as a customer.  I often feel like I am visiting a friend.  I will continue to support her in being her best.  Mel ~Malayasia

She’s taught me things about my hair that my mom never did growing up. We always talk about what’s going on in my life. She finds the positive—turns the negative around when I’m having a hard time—and always has words of wisdom for me. 

Danyelle, ~Marin, CA

Ms.JOI.....you have changed my life...in a beautiful way!!!! We met ...we chatted...the next thing I knew I was in your fabulous salon...I have been wanting to cut off all my hair for months and together we have created the most fabulous hair cut I have ever had!!!!!! I love it! I walked into my friends restaurant here in Sausalito today and the first thing he said was WOW you cut your hair...its really cute! I love it!! I will be moving to Puerto Vallarta very soon to make a new start and this new DO is part of my transition ....Thank you my Love you ROCK!!!!!!

Alexi D .~San Francisco, CA

Going to joi has now become a family tradition. I’ve brought all my nieces for their first hair cut, style, and color when they turn sixteen because I don’t want their first experience to be traumatic. I’ve also brought my sister and an aunt to her. For friends or strangers that I recommend to joi, I tell them I will reimburse them the cost if they don’t like the result. I have yet to pay anyone.  Nellie 

I don't write a lot of reviews, but when someone is as exceptional as Joi, I think it warrants a review. Long story short, I happened across Joi after a very, very bad at home dye job. I called her late in the evening in a panic and she somehow managed to find the time to see me the very next day. I showed up and was immediately impressed with her salon. It's extraordinarily clean, comfortable and welcoming. She took her time doing my hair - being careful to explain what she was doing and why (when I asked) and she checked her work at each step. She somehow managed to turn my weirdly orange, patchy hair into a color and cut that I actually like! She is way above average both in terms of knowledge of her craft, skill in executing it and plus...she's lovely to talk to. I will absolutely be going back and I HIGHLY recommend her. Thank you, Joi, for helping to save my weekend - and my hair!

Sara Emery ~Sausalito, CA

I found Joi when I was a young man who needed my hair braided for the Senior Prom back in 1994. She was featured in a handful of articles by the local newspaper in regards to her salon and the great work she did not only at the salon but within the community. 

Alex ~Petaluma, CA

She says it direct and straight; she tells it like it is.  Danyelle ~Marin, CA

I have known Joi for more than a decade and she has styled me with anything from shaved hairstyles, to braided hairstyles and also cut hairstyles. There is nothing better than starting my weekend or week off with a fresh style from Joi. 

Alex 

She makes sure to stay on top of all the latest alternative and environmentally conscious products in order to provide the best options for her clients. 

Nellie 

Her hair care knowledge is ahead of the curve, and her skills match. Mel 

Joi has created an environment that heals and rejuvenates not only your hair but your mind and spirit as well. I walk out of here feeling and looking like a superwoman!

Ashling “ Biscuit” Cole ~San Francisco, CA

I walk into the salon, after having braved the 50 minute drive from the east bay, taking in the beautiful view of the bay while crossing the Richmond/San Rafael bridge, finding a convenient parking spot, and maybe grabbing a snack at one of the nearby eateries.  Immediately, I'm welcomed by the beautiful smile of Joi, the owner, soft but groovy music playing in the background, light pouring into the wide open salon space creating an instant vibe of "Ah...."

Joi sits me in the chair, we figure out what my hair vision is, and she gets to work while maintaining lively conversation (or quiet, if that's what I prefer - she's quite intuitive).  Next thing I know, VOILA!  I'm a living model of hair diva-dom: my mane gloriously flowing and shining, looking healthy and photo ready.

Victoria Theodore ~ Los Angeles, CA

I neglected my hair for many years after visiting Joi I'm a new person. The experience was exceptional Joi revitalized my hair. What I appreciation the most she takes time to gather information about my hair, what I don't like about my hair, and what I need to do to keep it health ...for the first time I walked out of a salon thinking WOW, my hair look fabulous.

Denise D. ~Marysville, CA

She has designed her salon and its layout to radiate with positive vibrations and energy. Alex 

At Studio Joi -the overall health & well-being, of you and your hair are the goal.

To bring out the best in clients, using holistic hair care, communication  and touch are  the foundation of  Hair Therapy.

I believe in the healing power of touch, and that it can bring about a positive shift in energy.  

Massage along with Herbal infusions is incorporated into my shampoo session.

This is a new way to experience  hair care, using  enriched organic products, natural hair treatments and massage.