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"I needed a haircut in a hurry and Jo was able to squeeze me in on short notice. I feel like I found a hidden New Haven gem. Prices were reasonable, the salon is beautful and all staff members were delightful to deal with. My straight haircut (yes, they cut straight hair too) came out perfect and I know I'll be going back." –Local.Yahoo.com, March 3, 2010
"Thank you, I cannot begin to explain what a wonderful experience my daughters had on Saturday. They loved Luvena and their hair was so beautiful. We will definitely be back." –new client email, February 23, 2010
"VERY HAPPY!!! In particular, most grateful to Jo for cutting another couple of inches off at her post-drying "check". She was conservative, as I had asked, in cutting length initially. I'll be back! Thank you so much. I suspect I'm not the only curly girl traumatized by both bad hair cuts and salons with snooty attitudes - and you've completely changed that. Bless you!" –new client email, February 23, 2010
"boyfriend spent entire night petting my newly shaved hair & staring in smitten awe. i should get my hair cut [by Jesse] more often. thanks"
–Twitter, February 20, 2010
"I love love love my hair." –new client email, February 20, 2010
"I was a little concerned about getting a curly cut, because I do like to have the option to wear my hair straight occasionally, but Jesse convinced me that with my waves, the cut would work both ways. She cut it while curly/wavy and dry then cleansed and styled and put me under a dryer. I emerged with the most rocking waves, and a week later when I wanted to straighten them they looked fabulous like that too. I can wash it at the gym and go straight to class and my waves look perfectly styled because of the cut. I love love love my hair cut. Jesse is just wonderful." –NaturallyCurly.com, February 20, 2010
"Jo Bruno's salon is wonderful. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. I went for my first appointment and was a little nervous because I've had not so good experiences with curly hair cuts. As soon as I sat in Jo's chair, the nerves disappeared. I was treated with such kindness and I truly felt like everyone cared about how my hair turned out. Jo uses the DevaCurl method when cutting, which means she'll cut your hair dry, curl by curl. I was very impressed. My hair is very curly and thin. The cut gave my hair volume which is exactly what I was looking for. After my haircut, Jane spent time washing and styling my hair showing me step by step how to do it myself. The Jo Bruno Salon also sells the DevaCare products for less than retail or online. I did purchase the products, but there was no pressure to do so. I'm totally sold. The prices were very reasonable. I will definitely be going back for Pintura highlights." –Maps.Google.com, February 18, 2010
"I got a great haircut. It was reasonably priced for New Haven. Jesse explained all the techniques and products she used. It was an excellent experience and I have already recommended Jo Bruno to all my curly hair friends! I can't wait to go back." –NaturallyCurly.com, February 17, 2010
"I was/am very happy with my experience at your salon. I’m very pleased with my haircut and I loved the counseling. Jo and Jane taught me a lot about my hair and how to take care of it. I will definitely be back. I’m looking forward to when I will get pintura highlights." –new client email, February 8, 2010
"Jo's cut did A LOT for my wavy hair. Five gold stars!!...Incredible!! I have wavy hair. Maybe a 2 curl, with ringlets of 3's mixed into it. Jo made my fine hair VA-VA-VOOM and I love it!!...I think the previous highlights from another salon, which I really didn't care for, look funky and stylish now. Is that possible?? The past few days since the cut I've been waking up with second day hair, which I never-ever had before. I'm so happy and grateful to live near such a great salon!!" –NaturallyCurly.com, February 15, 2010
"I came into the salon with sad, winter waves, left with a cute cut that turned stellar the next day! I went here because I really like their Devachan, curly-cutting philosophy. They use Deva Curl products and I can rest assured that they won't throw any drying products in my hair. Jo did an AMAZING job trimming my wavy/curly hair. I told her how I've been trying to grow my hair out and she didn't cut it too short, but DID increase the layering in such a way that I got many compliments in the days following the cut. It looks really good, very 'Devachan!' The total was like $50 or $55, which is not at all bad for the quality of the cut. They also squeezed me in last minute, for a same-day 5:30pm appt, which I was really grateful for. I will definitely be seeing Jo on a regular basis for my trims and I'd recommend her as a stylist for anyone with wavy hair!" –Yelp.com, February 15, 2010 (reviews for Jo Bruno Hair arbitrarily appear and disappear from the Yelp site, so this review may or may not appear there on any given day. Click here to read about Yelp's scam)
"I've had curly hair for about 7 years now...miraculously it changed from wavy and under control to a big ball of frizz. So I’ve spent 7 years trying (and failing) to subdue my hair. My previous hairdressers were amazing but I got the feeling (and my pyramid shaped hair indicated) that they didn't really understand me. And then I moved to New Haven. And met a lot of women with gorgeous curly hair! We've all been searching around for the best curly hair cut for months now! A friend went to get her haircut here and looked sooooo great that I made an appointment that afternoon. Making an appointment was a breeze! Just go to the website, put in your availability, chose a stylist, and voila! an appointment! So I went in, sat in the chair and...changed my life! I’ve gone from big ol' ball of frizz to a head of gorgeous, defined, bouncy curls! She was sweet enough to manage my curls and explain to me everything she did and gave me tips to take care of my now lovely curls! I’m a total convert! I can't wait to go back!" –Yelp.com, February 12, 2010 (reviews for Jo Bruno Hair arbitrarily appear and disappear from the Yelp site, so this review may or may not appear there on any given day. Click here to read about Yelp's scam)
"I have been to Devachan in NYC twice and my $55 haircut by Jo at Jo Bruno Hair was as good if not better than my $125 haircut at Devachan. They do the same technique with the dry haircut and drier contraption. They also sell the Devachan products for a couple dollars less than they sell them at Devachan. Plus, the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly at Jo Bruno Hair, as opposed to Devachan, where I felt like I was not cool enough to be a client. I will be going back to Jo Bruno soon!" –NaturallyCurly.com, February 11, 2010
"I had my hair cut at another salon specializing in curly hair, and was not impressed at all. But at Jo Bruno it was a different experience and from what I've seen, all the ladies in there can cut hair, curly OR straight." –NaturallyCurly.com, February 10, 2010
“I was very impressed by the professionalism and friendliness of the entire staff and a great haircut - possibly the best ever - by Jo. Eyebrow color and wax also beautiful.” –new client email, February 8, 2010
"I have been bouncing around from salon to salon for over a year and have finally discovered Jo. So far I love everything about Jo Bruno Hair, from booking my appointment on line with Jeff to the comfortable and friendly atmosphere of the salon. Jo gave me a great cut and color and took the time to show me tips to wear my hair wavy. And Jo has her own product line that is really good, yet inexpensive! Looking forward to my next appointment." –Local.Yahoo.com, February 4, 2010
"great experience great vibe great cut! thank you!" –new client email, February 3, 2010
"...a wonderful experience. The cut is good and she did a great job of showing me how to use the products and style my hair. The salon is comfortable and cheery, and you can make an appointment online!" –Maps.Google.com, February 2, 2010
"I love Jo Bruno Hair salon! Their ability to cut curly hair correctly saved my hair. I always hated cutting my hair before I got a [Devachan Salon-style] cut. Everyone there was extremely helpful. I always got my hair cut by Jesse, who was always great with my hair. I will never let anyone cut my hair [the old-fashioned way] again!" –Yelp.com, January 29, 2010 (reviews for Jo Bruno Hair arbitrarily appear and disappear from the Yelp site, so this review may or may not appear there on any given day. Click here to read about Yelp's scam)
"Very happy with the haircut! Loved the staff. The salon experience was very relaxing and quite beautiful." –new client email, January 26, 2010
Fabulous! I am having the most fun with my new "curly" hair. I was searching online for a stylist trained in the Deva method and found your salon. Although an hour away, I could not be more satisfied with the entire experience. My best experience at a new salon ever. Jo is excellent- attentive, good listener and supper talented." –new client email, January 26, 2010
“Jo Bruno is AWESOME! They work around the clock to accommodate you, and once you're in the door they treat you like a real guest. My appointment was confirmed at 10:45pm, allowing me to get a quick cut the following day. [They use] the DevaCurl method when cutting, which means she'll cut your hair dry, curl by curl. I have a strong wave/soft curl and this was new for me. I'll admit, I was nervous at first but WOW, I'll never have it done another way. Afterward, she spent time washing and styling my hair so she could teach me the DevaCurl way. I'm totally sold. My hair has NEVER looked so good. The second I left the salon I called all my curly-haired relatives and friends and told them about this gem. And in case that still isn't enough to convince you, she offered me WINE while my hair dried and the entire visit cost me $40. I LOVE this salon!!” –NaturallyCurly.com, January 19, 2010
"...you guys are awesome and I will DEFINITELY be back!! Thanks for everything!" –new client email, January 19, 2010
"My first experience was GREAT! ...I love that I was able to fit in my appointment on my lunch break and was back to work in plenty of time without going over my lunch hour. On a side note, it was nice to come back with my hair done and I received a lot of compliments...Thanks again and please make sure you pass my compliments along." –new client email, January 19, 2010
"My boyfriend and I both got haircuts at this local new haven salon. We were greeted with kindness and easiness. I hate getting my haircut. It never looks right. I was kind of nervous about it. My hair is fine and curly. Jo, the owner, spoke with me about possibilities. I told her what I wanted. She listened and followed thru. First cut my hair dry. What an experience. I wasn’t freaking out lol!! Afterwards she washed my hair w the Deva Curl products. The drying experience was definitely unusual. had to drip dry my hair and scrunch it, flip hair up, clipped hair on top and go in dryer.... no towel dry at all. That’s the key. Got back in Jo's chair, she did some things to it and voila, it was all done. I had a huge smile on my face. I couldn't believe it. Never have I ever smiled like that after a cut. The staff was wonderful. I recommend this salon. My boyfriend never had a cut at a salon before. His 1st and we'll def be back. Thanks you guys!!!!" –MerchantCircle.com, January 12, 2010
"...did a fantastic job with my curly step-daughter, as well as with my straight hair! I would highly recommend her for either hair type! AND Jessie...on my son's curls and my straight-haired step-daughter - WOW!! Simply a great salon for any hair type! Highly recommend for the "curlies" that want to go with it!!! Thanks again for working us all in so close to the holidays, and without breaking the bank! We'll all be back!" –Local.Yahool.com, December 30, 2009
"Had my first cut at Jo Bruno's today from Jesse and will definitely return. Great cut, great advice and friendly people all around.?" –Maps.Google.com December 30, 2009
"Please tell Jo I am very pleased with my new haircut and have received many compliments. I appreciated that Jo is a very good listener and is eager to show me new ways to style my hair." –new client email, December 22, 2009
"So I went to this salon based on reviews from NC.com even though I usually like to visit beforehand...reshaped my hair without cutting too much off which is what I asked for. The experience was pleasant, the staff was friendly, it didn't cost me an arm and a leg and I was out in a little over an hour, including the shampoo. For me that is wild, I have a full, very thick head of hair. I will definitely go back." –NaturallyCurly.com, December 16, 2009
"I went to the Devachan salon in NYC for my cut, but wanted something closer to home for maintenance and color. I was fortunate to come upon Jo Bruno Salon...her approach to "curly girls" is spot-on Devachan and the color (Pintura) as good as anything I could have gotten at the Devachan mother-ship. She listens to what you want and works with you to achieve it. Now, if they'd only open a branch closer to Hartford!" –NaturallyCurly.com, November 17, 2009
"Discovered 'B'leave-in' by Deva Curl [at Jo Bruno Hair] this weekend--BEST PRODUCT EVER. My hair looks ridiculously amazing. :-)" –Twitter, November 2, 2009
"I visited Jo Bruno for a curly haircut after having several curly cuts performed elsewhere. I was looking for a more welcoming salon experience, and this is exactly what I found at Jo Bruno! My appointment was booked quickly after an online request, and I found the email confirmation and reminder was a nice touch. The salon itself is cute, calming, and CLEAN. Jo took the time to ask exactly what I expected in length and also inquired about the behavior of my curls, which I found to be a welcome difference from my previous experiences. And she asked mid-cut, after taking off a bit of length, if I wanted more taken off. Even though I have used the Deva products for some time now, I still learned a few new pointers for taking care of my fine/wavy hair. Lastly, the Deva products are the cheapest I have found. I will be returning to the salon for all future curly cuts." –new client email, November 1, 2009
"Awesome! I always got my hair cut at salons that have no idea how to handle the massive poof on my head. I actually didn't look like a poodle when I left! The Deva products are awesome for curly hair and I did not feel rushed while I was there....I'd recommend [Deva products] for anyone with curly frizzy hair!" –Local.Yahoo.com, October 16, 2009
"Hands down the best haircut I have ever received!..asked me what I wanted and made suggestions. The DevaCurl product demonstration was so helpful as well! The product is wonderful and the cut is even better. My curls have never looked this healthy, touchable, and full of bounce. I have heavy hair so I usually get the crunchy look in an attempt to have all day hold. I also have all day humidity control now! I LOVE this cut and the DevaCurl products!" –NaturallyCurly.com, September 13, 2009
"You guys are awesome!.. :)" –Twitter.com, September 09, 2009
“I had a great experience at this salon! I usually go to New York City for haircuts, however, after reading the reviews for this salon right here in CT, I had to try it out. The cut was only $40 (compared to the usual $150 I pay), the salon was a beautiful loft space in new haven, and the staff was friendly...cut my hair dry so she could accurately cut into the 's' pattern. She also showed me the correct technique to use Deva products and gave me the Deva curl book to read under the dryer. I left with well defined & bouncy curls. I highly recommend this salon!” –NaturallyCurly.com, September 08, 2009
"Got hair cut today and I love it!!! Can’t wait for school :)" –Twitter, August 21, 2009
”Just wanted to say the color is fabulous - thank you..." –new client email, August 21, 2009
"I have been going to Jo Bruno Hair for almost three years for cut and color and have always been happy with the results. I wouldn't think of going anywhere else." –Local.Yahoo.com, August 4, 2009
"I've gone to this salon three times before; the first two times Jo cut my hair, and the most recent time Luvena cut it. I've been extremely happy with every cut I've gotten here. Both Jo and Luvena listened to the concerns I had with my hair and gave me fantastic cuts. I will continue to get my hair cut here. The atmosphere at the salon is also very pleasant and relaxing. The stylists offer you drinks and reading material while you're waiting (under the dryer for example) and I've never had them push any products on me. For anyone who is new to the CG routine, Jo does a fabulous job of walking you through the washing and styling steps." –NaturallyCurly.com, August 2, 2009
"I was a little nervous, having only been to one Deva-trained stylist for many cuts in the past. I loved that particular stylist, but recently moved and can't make the trek back to her. I didn't know if the magic was my stylist or the training...my hair is perfect, couldn't be happier!" –NaturallyCurly.com, June 6, 2009
"When I was growing up in New Haven, there weren't any salons specializing in curly hair. Now that I am back, I am delighted and ecstatic that Jo Bruno Hair is here! All of the stylists are trained in the Devachan style (which I came to love in NYC)...listened to what I wanted and asked questions to make sure she understood. It's a cute shop, my haircut is amazing (have been getting compliments since I stepped onto the sidewalk) and the price is right too. I picked up a handful of...business cards because my curly friends deserve to know about this place. Awesome! Thank you!" –NaturallyCurly.com, June 3, 2009
"I'm living in Australia, and we will come to the States to visit family. Since you can't get a decent haircut or useful hair products here for Afro-hair, I desperately need an appointment...cut my hair last year, and I absolutely loved it." –new client email, June 7, 2009
"My hair worked SO well with my dress. I got a ton of compliments on it =) Thanks again!" –new client email, June 7, 2009
"I have been following the Curly Girl method started by Lorraine Massey for years and I also went to NYC to the Devachan salon to get my hair cut. When I moved to CT it got harder and was very expensive. The reviews here took me to Jo Bruno Salon where Jesse gave me a ROCKIN' curly style with lots of bounce, body and curl. I love my hair more than ever now!! Thanks Jesse." –NaturallyCurly.com, April 9, 2009
“I recently had my hair done at Jo Bruno Hair Salon. It was a great experience from the time I walked in the door and was greeted by Jeff to when I left looking amazing! I had my hair done by Jesse who took the time to really listen to me and what I wanted for my hair. The end result was an amazing haircut that not only looked great when I walked out the door, but more importantly I was able to do it myself at home and get the same result! Having hard to manage naturally curly hair has always proven to be a challenge to get a good cut that works for my hair. Many stylists assume they know how to cut curly hair and they do not! I have gotten many compliments on my hair since Jesse has cut it and have highly recommended the Jo Bruno Hair Salon!” –Local.Yahoo.com, March 14, 2009
"...GREAT job on me the other day! Thanks!" –new client email, March 4, 2009
"Love love love Jo Bruno and everyone there...listened to everything I wanted and worked with me. The salon is beautiful and the staff is friendly and very accommodating. And I can honestly say I got the BEST haircut of my life at this salon." –NaturallyCurly.com, March 3, 2009
"...this is hands down the BEST haircut I've ever had...Thank you thank you thank you!" –new client email, February 24-08
"I just wanted to let Jo know that I love my haircut. The second day is the real way to tell, and it looks great today. I want to make sure I'm on Jo's client list." – new client email, February 6, 2009
”...please tell Jo that I love my haircut! I always leave your salon feeling wonderful!" –new client email, January 28, 2009
"MY HAIR LOOKS SO GOOD, THANK YOUUUU." –new client email, January 24, 2009
"Please tell Jo that I am lovin' my hair. The cut and highlights are perfection once again. She is the BEST!" –new client email, January 20, 2009
"Tell Jo that the boss [his wife] says that this haircut is the best I ever got! As you may or may not know, my hair is usually a disgrace so the kudos from the boss makes me misty-eyed!" –new client email, January 16, 2009
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