The Curly Hair Studio

Clean, Stylish, & personalized boutique feel from the moment you step in the door where you are greeted with friendly customer service & personalized care from Atoya. After seeing (stalking) all her work she’d done on friends as well as following her on Social Media as a long time fan of her Makeovers. I jumped into My curly experience was given service that exceeded my expectations –It was AMAZING; Not only did my hair look the healthiest in years, it look brighter with dullness disappeared. Especially after soo many years of bleaching & straightening. Her attention to detail really felt personalized, you can tell she enjoys her craft of transforming and revitalizing your own natural hair! Last, she took time out to give me detailed instructions on how to maintain my new look, that was very simplistic to follow, Natural, and left me Just Confidently beautiful walking out the door!

I have had long, curly hair for quite some time so I was hesitant to have anyone cut my hair. Let alone chop most of it off. But the time had come to get a hairstyle that was a bit more modern and fun. Plus I was tired of putting my hair in ponytails all the time.
I went to Atoya Bass, the owner of this Salon. She is an expert in cutting curly hair and has beautiful curly hair herself. I asked for a long bob with it being a little shorter in back. She dry cut it and then no-​pooed and conditioned it, put in my product and set me under a dryer for a bit.
I am so pleased with the outcome. The first visit with Atoya is more expensive than ones after that. But she gives you all kinds of tips and tricks to get the most out of your curly hair. The only drawback for me is that she is 20 miles from my home but that won’t stop me from coming back.

I went to Atoya first time about a year ago. She is a master with natural curly hair. My hair felt and looked amazing when I left the salon. She shared some awesome tricks I would have never thought of. My daughter made an appointment that day and was so pleased with the cut and style also. Just made my second appt. and I can’t wait.

Atoya is a hair goddess. I felt incredibly sexy and feminine when I left my appointment. She did an amazing job with my wavy hair and understood the shape and texture of it. I also loved the entire vibe of her studio. She educated me on how to care for my waves in a fun and open way. And her tips are easy peasy. They really work.

It’s hard to believe that Atoya exists and that her salon is
just a few minutes from my home. I once flew 3,000 miles to get a haircut from the founder of the DevaCurl method – and Atoya, who has studied with her, does just as terrific a job. She totally understands how curls behave and is especially good about talking through potential approaches and how the results might differ. If you have curly hair (or know someone who does), you should know about Atoya! Don’t know what i’d do without her!

What an amazing experience. I finally found someone who can tame my curls. I left with more knowledge on how to take care of my naturally curly thick hair. My hair is healthier and I found a new hair styli

After shopping around for a healthy amount of time I found Atoya — making magic at the Curly Hair Studio. When you go in for your first appointment she gives you all of the information you need about how to properly hydrate and work with your curls natural shape — all while being just a down right amazing person to chat with. I left with my curls looking better than every — they were super hydrated, full of shine and the best part — I left knowing how to keep them this way. Not just a 1 or 2 day good look immediately after leaving the salon but something I can perfect and play with at home that will look just as great. I’m so excited and I definitely be back in about 6 months.

Atoya is amazing. By far the best haircut ever and as a person whose hair turned curly at 37, a lifesaver. I had no idea what trauma curly haired people had to endure for a haircut! My hair turned into an ugly barometer. The haircuts only made it bigger. After Atoya cut my hair and educated me on how to care for my new curls, now I love them.

I am thrilled at how much I learned about taking care of my curls — and how to make it easy. Love the haircut — first time. Definitely will return!

Got the Nancy done which is cleanse, hydrate, and set. Was running late but sent her a text. She was understanding and very welcoming when I arrived. Clean cute space. Atoya is very informative and knows her stuff! Please visit her if you have curly hair!

After looking at page after page of stylists, their bios and portfolios I found Atoya. We went over my current hair situation, inspiration and hair history. She spends a lot of time working so texting worked great, I didn’t understand the disclaimer on her site until I was in her chair witnessing how much work she puts in. I have always been fearful of getting my hair cut due to past experiences, I had gotten to the point of only having my hair cut dry and flat ironed which always left me with poor shaping to wear my hair curly. Atoya went over my inspiration pics and wants to go over what we could do. I will never get my curls cut any other way and appreciate her experience, input, effort. My hair is worn down and natural for the first time in years, I feel great for once thanks to Atoya and her eye for curls. All of the tips and advice were truly helpful as well. I will absolutely be back, she has my full confidence and trust.

There is no one better for curly hair!
I found Atoya while searching for someone who knew Deva cuts or at least someone who knew curly hair in PDX. I can say hands down in all my life I have never had better cuts than from Atoya. As an added bonus she knows color and gives me color that looks natural compared to an inky bad dye job look.
If you don’t know how to care for your curls or are tired of fighting them and want to work with them, I highly recommend an appointment with Atoya. As a WEN girl, I was and am very happy that I can bring my products to my appointments.
For all curly girls and ethnic hair — look no further. Atoya is the BEST.

Best Deva cut anywhere in the Portland area, and I have tried several places. Atoya really knows curly hair, spends the time to educate you about best practices, does not push products, checks the movement of your hair from all angles to make sure the cut has captured every curl and flows beautifully. I also appreciate that she does not push future cuts on you by telling you to come back when unnecessary. She says a good curly cut should last 6 months.

I am so happy I found Atoya! Not only does my hair look amazing, but she is so informative about how to keep curls looking their best! She is also super nice and makes you feel very comfortable. Can’t wait to get my hair colored!!!

First time I’ve had someone who knows how to cut curly hair — no matter how I wear it!
Typically when I get my hair trimmed from a stylist, I ask for a light dusting or that they cut my hair when dry… otherwise, 2 inches come off and it shrinks up, leaving my hair looking a lot shorter… but with Atoya, she pays attention and knows how my curly hair will react when cut too short. She cuts wet and dry and her blowouts are amazing! I always leave with sexy, full and bouncy hair!
Atoya knows color theory and what’s trendy! With me, she gives me what I ask for and more — because I trust her enough to allow her the freedom to be creative!
Personality-​wise — Atoya is great! She has a very fun, sparkly and outgoing personality!
So glad to have found my perfect hair match!

Atoya was amazing! She was so knowledgeable about how to tame my curly hair! I learned so much in that one hour and a half! I wish I would have found her earlier!

Atoya is amazing! I have struggled styling my curly hair all my life. Fighting the frizz, poof and christmas tree cut. It was almost impossible to find someone that was experienced cutting curly hair. Because of that I’ve been straightening my hair for years. 28 years later I finally found someone that understands and gave me an awesome cut! She took the time to explain the Deva Curl cut and show me how to use the Deva Curl products to get a great, frizz-​free look every day.
She is sweet, down to earth and very talented! I’m already eager to get back in the salon and have the color done!

Living with curls can be so trying without the proper resources. Which is why I drove from Vancouver to Sherwood to give this stylist a try.
Atoya is amazing with the curls! She is Deva certified but more than that she is an artist and acts with an intuitive flair of the scissors to bring out the best of your curls. On top of her obvious knowledge and expertise she has a fun energy about her. Also, she is professional and efficient (I’ve had a hard time finding a creative curly girl hairstylist with organizational skill-​sets too.) My time with her flew by too fast. I can’t wait to see what she does with color. Loved my experience and wholly impressed with my cut.

First, let me start by saying that Atoya squeezed me in after the salon usually closes right before the holidays on short notice. I had very little hope that I would get in, but she was SO accommodating! The salon is very cozy and clean, and Atoya made me feel right at home immediately. She did a great job cutting my curly hair and explaining the process she uses (Deva Curl). She took extra time to show me a new way to blow dry my hair curly with clips, and was very helpful with product recommendations, but not at all pushy about me needing to buy anything. Plus, she was just very personable and fun to be around. I will not hesitate to go back or to recommend Atoya to anyone else.

After moving back from Tucson, Atoya was recommended to me to save my naturally blonde hair that had been dyed blue, then blonde, then dark brown. It was a disaster. She had expertise that no other stylist had ever used, and gently eased my hair back into a perfect blonde that requires minimal upkeep and repaired all my damage. After constantly changing my hair and never being satisfied, Atoya gave me a cut and color that I have maintained for two years, she truly knows how to make you look and feel beautiful! She used her curly-​hair knowledge to help bring some life and body into my thin, flat hair, and no matter how crazy the pictures I bring in are, she finds a way to make it look good on ME, rather than giving me the exact same haircut/​color as the girl in the photo at the expense of making me look ridiculous, which most stylists do. I would recommend Atoya to anyone, as I live in Eugene and make the 2 hour drive to Sherwood just to get my hair done by her.

If you have curly hair and/​or you want amazing, natural looking color – then Atoya is definitely the one to see. She will CHANGE YOUR LIFE! As anyone with curly hair knows, it’s terrifying to go in for a hair cut. You never know how long you’ll have to live with the shame of a bad cut on curly hair. Not so with Atoya! She’s Deva cut trained (if you don’t know what that is, take the time to find out – you won’t be sorry). She works WITH your hair – your curls – your texture. You can walk out of the salon with beautiful hair, instead of immediately putting it up to hide it. She can also give you the color you were born to have. No more looking like a zebra with striped highlights. It will look like your hair grew that way. Her rates are very reasonable and worth every penny. I’m able to go for long periods (months and months sometimes) between cuts and color and it looks great the whole time. I’ve referred no less than 10 people to Atoya and every single one of them is beyond happy. A few of them even cried – yes cried – with joy. Do yourself a favor and book an appointment. You won’t regret it.

Atoya is FABULOUS! It took me awhile to find an actual Deva specialist in the Portland area and Atoya blows everyone else out of the water. She’s great about listening/​discussing what we’re about to do before starting and always gives me a great shape without cutting too much off. She totally gets what curly girls need & want in a cut.
Plus she’s a blast, I always look forward to my appointments.

Atoya did a wonderful Devacurl Devacut on my wild curly hair. It was my first dry hair cut experience and she was so kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. She took her time with my hair and me, it was the best salon trip I’ve ever had. I highly recommend Atoya for any of your hair and beauty needs! Thank you Atoya!