Sam @ The Elegant Curl

Excellent for natural hair, great with children too!
As a newbie to South Bay, I looked high and low for a hair stylist and even drove an hour to Oakland to get my hair done. Luckily I found Sam within a few weeks. Sam is open and flexible to different hair philosophies — very non-​judgmental and absolutely professional.
In addition to maintaining my hair, she also corn rowed my toddler’s hair a few times. My daughter really liked «Ms. Sam» and she is the reason why my daughter likes to get her hair done today.
My time in the Bay was short, but Sam made it more enjoyable by providing hassle-​free, professional and fast service.
NOTE: Sam is no longer located on Moorpark Ave. Give her a call for the new address and directions.

Sam has moved to her own place called Bello Hair Salon now and the number there is 408−378−9319. Her cell number is still the same though. She is wonderful she did my hair for the first time and it is amazing.

I love this place. Sam is on time, extremely professional and makes magic happen with my hair. I have a LOT of hair that is curly and she is patient and provides great advice for how to make sure my hair stays healthy.
Her salon in Cambell is clean, nicely decorated and in a convenient location. I would absolutely recommend Sam.

This review is long overdue! Sam has transformed my hair in just 3 visits! I’m a girl who loves all things extensions but after reading another view about Sam’s skills I trusted her to do my big chop… I haven’t looked back or regretted it since. She’s so efficient and talented! I’ve never loved MY hair more. I highly recommend her services, she KNOWS what she’s doing and you won’t be disappointed!

I found Sam on Unilocal after reading all the positive reviews about her. I was looking for someone in the South Bay and I am so glad to have found a professional stylist! Sam is on time and efficient; I love that I don’t have to wait hours to get in her chair nor do I spend ½ a day at her salon. Sam knows how to assess your hair but what I like is that my hair isn’t burned after she styles it and it doesn’t smell like burned hair either. She is really a top quality stylist and doesn’t rush through you to get to another client. The best part is that she knows how to style your hair, too, so you’ll leave with a great do. I can call her up or text her for appointments which makes it even simpler to schedule. Overall, I highly recommend Sam; hope you enjoy your appointment with her.

I got box braids by Sam about 3 weeks ago and they still look good! This was the first time I got braids and she made them just tight enough that it didn’t hurt and they stayed intact. Thanks Sam!

I got my hair highlighted when I went on vacation and it was not what I was looking for at all.
I asked Sam if she could fix it for me and she did a great job. I came in with light brown highlights that looked horrible with my skin tone. I asked her to change it to my natural hair color but with natural looking highlights. I showed her a few pictures and she made sure the end result was what I was looking for.
She really knows what she is doing with Ethiopian/​African American hair. Only hair dresser I trust fully with my unique hair needs :)!

Omg SAM. You are awesome!!! I hated my natural hair and really never wanted to wear it out. My mom referred me to Sam who is now her stylist and omg she does the best job!!! I walked out of the salon happy and ready to show the world a new me. I am definitely going back and would recommend other to go. It was really hard to find a stylist to do African American hair but she does and she does it well. Thank you Sam :)

Sam is one of the best hair stylists I know. She is also very mindful about customers time. She does not make you wait if you come with an appointment. I visit her salon at least twice per month. I always walk out with a smile on my face. If you are looking for someone with great styles, friendly, and has respect for your time. Sam is the right person to go to!

Like an earlier poster, I had trust issues where hair stylists and salons in general were concerned. I hadn’t been to a hair stylist in a long time and was looking for one locally. I found the reviews for Sam and gave her a call. I was able to get an appointment that fit my schedule and, when I went in, Sam was polite, courteous and solicitous. She was working on myself and another client at the same time and did not leave either of us sitting for too long without checking on us.
I have had experiences in the past where stylists that I had gone to would leave me sitting for long periods of time without checking on me, or just leaving me under the hairdryer when taking on other clients and feeling forgotten, not the case here. I was shocked when I was in and out of the salon in less than an hour and my hair looked and felt better than it had in a long time.
I also asked her if she was able to give my son a haircut and she said sure. Sam was great with my son and both he and I were happy with his hair cut when she was done.
If you are looking for a local salon and stylist who will do a great job, please consider Sam.

Sam is an excellent hair stylist. She focuses on helping your hair get healthy. I’m African-​American and tried to find someone in Santa Clara County. She relaxes & styles my hair– I always get great compliments. She also will answer questions on how to maintain your hair to keep it healthy. I highly recommend her.

A big shout out to Sam! I have been going to her for a few years now. She is professional, consistent and punctual. A big deal in those areas. Knows color, gives me options and takes care of my hair. Cuts and styles my hair and gives me braids when that’s the look I want. She also does a great job with my husbands hair, he has twists. We love her. She is Ethiopian and does many ethnic styles but I have observed her do cuts and styles on straight her as well. A very versatile lady! You will not be disappointed and the shop is nice and in a great location.
Clarice G.

She is really amazing for hairs. After a long search, I really found a great hair stylist. She is great on curly hairs as well.

If you are looking for somebody who can handle tough hair, Sam is your girl. My hair was a nightmare and then I went to Hair expert Dr. Sam! I was in and out in such good timing unlike other hair salons where they keep you there half the day .Sam was very kind, understanding listened to what I wanted and then made it a reality. I have have already scheduled my next appointment can’t wait!

Sam is great! I found her about a year ago when I was living across the street. I went there based on the Unilocal reviews and I was not disappointed!
Now whenever I feel a need for a haircut I only go to her! She is very professional, and does exactly want you want/​are looking for.
Last time I went in for a haircut I mentioned I was going to a wedding later and she took extra time to show me how I could curl my hair! She’s great! I’d definitely recommend if you’re looking for a place to go!

Living in the bay area for the past several years from the East Coast, I have been searching for that East Coast cut, high and low (and yes there is a difference), I found Sam… she is great and gave me that professional cut and look I’ve been searching for. My roommate and her daughter like the cut so much now they are going to Sam… check her out… the best in town for all grades of African– American hair in the area!

I just found Sam after extensively searching for someone on the peninsula. I used to live in Oakland and there were many more options but I’m really thankful that a Unilocal review led me to her. What I love: she’s professional, quick, appears to know how to handle a variety of hair texture and styling techniques from pressing to blowouts to more natural hair styles and she’s reasonably priced. I’ve already trusted her with cutting my hair which is always a big deal!
If you’re looking for a stylist for black hair and you’re on the peninsula or in the south bay, I would highly recommend her. I only wish I had found her sooner. No more treks to Oakland for me :).

I’ve been looking for a hairstylist like Sam for 10 years here in the bay area. She has been a true blessing. If your looking for quality, accuracy, and someone to meet all of your beauty needs, Sam is your girl.
Candi.

My mom is picky with her does her hair, just like me. I printed out a hairstyle for my mom. She needed a new look. So I came across this salon through Unilocal read the reviews and took my mom.
Sam did my moms hair she did exactly the haircut I wanted for my mom and even more. She takes her time cutting the hair. You can tell she loves doing hair. In the end my mom loved her hair and said she would go back to her again
I returned to her later that same day for a trim/​cut. I was seriously falling asleep in the chair. Not because she was taking long but because her hands are so soothing and relaxing. She really takes care of her clients.
Sam is amazing and a wonderful person overall

Sam is an awesome stylist who really cares and listens to what you want. I highly recommend her for all your haircare needs!