17 Jewels Salon + Spa

I recently went to 17 Jewels for a hair cut… what a pleasant and seamless experience. The staff are not only professional and gracious but are very talented. Julie cut my hair. She really listened to me and what I wanted. I walked out the door with a great cut. Thanks Julie and 17 Jewels.

17 Jewels was lovely & welcoming. I got a haircut and color treatment (balayage) with Scott and I couldn’t be happier. Scott took a lot of time with the color consultation and with the process itself. He went out of his way to reduce any damage to my hair and recommended an ammonia-​free semi-​permanent color. He also did a strand test first to be sure that my hair would react well to the process (I did henna a few months before and he was concerned that it could react negatively with the coloring). Scott was also really skilled technically and my hair turned out beautifully– I love it! I would highly recommend 17 Jewels and Scott if you are looking for a fabulous stylist.

I bought a Living Social because I am new to the area… I guess there’s a stigma with using Groupon or Living Social… but I’m truly just trying to find a new stylist that’s awesome and rather do Living Social first because Ive moved before and paid erroneous amounts to fix a bad, new sylists, horrible work… I tried to make an account/​schedule via online and the system wouldnt let me. I chalked it up to a possible momentary internet issue perhaps with their website or even my internet, no biggie. Then I left a voicemail when no one answered during hours that I wanted to make an appt/​etc etc. Two weeks later… no call back. I called again and no one answered. I called a few days later and on the third try got a male who made an appt. So this is probably 2 ½ weeks later roughly… It was fine at the time all though I was a little bit annoyed… I made the appt for a month out (my choice/​not that they were too busy to get me in)…But…it has really left a BAD taste in my mouth that they cant even bother to return a call? Or answer the phone on multiple occasions-​I can understand once. I asked Living Social to refund me today and will probably go on to schedule with a different company. Im really extremely disappointed because… they obviously have raving reviews… I really thought they were going to be my go to… perhaps I just kept catching them on bad days, who knows, but… oh well I guess.

Very nice people. Great salon!

I read the reviews and decided to make an appointment with Martha. I was so excited for my appointment. She surpassed all of my expectations. I had a trim and balayage. It looks incredible and feels so very healthy. We discussed my curly hair at length and I left with great instructions to avoid frizz and tangling. I will be back in 10 weeks for maintenance. Thank you Martha for your warmth and professionalism.

I made an appointment with Scott after a friend recommended the salon. I honestly have never had a better hair cut. It is exactly what I wanted and turned out even better than I had hoped for. I definitely valued his input while I was describing what I wanted, as well as the styling tips. Will definitely return!

I’m new to Oakland and needed to find a colorist. When I move to a different city, I usually have to try a few before finding one I can trust. I lucked out this time in that Sylvia was the first colorist I saw. No need to look any further! Sylvia is the best! I completely trust her honed skills and professional opinion. She’s pleasant, kind, respectful, fun, and even went out of her way to teach me simple styling tips. Having gotten my hair colored for over 15 years, I can confidently say she’s truly an expert in her field.

I just recently started going to 17 Jewels as I followed my stylist, Mele, there. The salon is in a great location on Telegraph in the super hip Temescal neighborhood. The owner is fantastic and the receptionist is friendly and «on it». I love not having to worry about mishaps or cancelled appointments, etc. the salon is cool and inviting.
Mele is, as always, amazing. She has been doing my cut and color for 8 years and I’ll never leave her! She is a color wizard and I am constantly complimented on my color. I like to keep it safe with my cut and she respects that and will also council me on the days I decide I want to chop it all off or get bangs. She gives the best blow outs (that lasts 3 days) and above all she is sweet, funny and a pro.
I’m happy Mele found a salon as rad as her.

This review is for Mele Alberta, who is currently at the lovely 17 Jewels Salon and Spa. I’ve been going to Mele for 12 years. I’m 100% loyal because she always makes me look stylish, current, and fab. She is amazing at color– whether you like it to look natural or you want something fun and funky. Mele has worked wonders with my hair when it was halfway down my back and to a super short pixie and back again. (and back again, and back again).
I love her work. Recommend highly.
And 17 Jewels is a really nice environment. Plus, it’s easy to park over there. Bonus!

I visited this salon recently for the first time having followed Mele from her previous spot in Oakland. I was excited to check out the salon seeing that it’s in Temescal and instantly felt at ease when I arrived. It’s a very laid-​back, easy going type of atmosphere but like everything else in Temescal, has an air of coolness and confidence (in a good way!). It was not over crowded when I was there and all of the chairs face onto the street (which is awesome if you’re a people watcher like I am). The space is really nice and comfortable.
Mele is definitely where it’s at. She has mastered cutting my outrageously think, unruly hair. She has been super straight forward and honest with me about my hair from the beginning, and has the ability to extrapolate the ideas of what I want my hair to look like out of me. She knows how to create a unique, yet functional haircut.
I highly recommend both 17 jewels and Mele. You won’t be disappointed!

What haven’t people said about Martha! I don’t see any stylist regularly, because I usually can’t afford it, and have felt «meh» enough about previous haircuts. Because of this, I go to hair schools or get cheap cuts I score in Groupon, because I know something needs to happen but I’d rather not pay to be disappointed.
I tried to pull this off last weekend, only the stylist (another salon) texted me 45 minutes before my appointment to cancel. I have to work up some courage before scheduling and I felt desperate to get my haircut now that I had decided. So after a bit of research and having seen Martha’s rave reviews, I was happy to find she had a spot open only three days later.
She understood exactly what I didn’t like about my last cut, took bulk out without my needing to ask (I asked another stylist to do this once and they looked at me like I was crazy), and she continued to shape/​cut my hair AFTER it was blow dried. I am so impressed! Martha gave me a cut I didn’t think was possible and I will definitely be back!

Martha is fantastic. She is a curly hair expert and has been great at doing my color. She’s super down to earth and could make anyone feel comfortable. She now cuts my two daughters’ hair too (12 and 10). Thanks Martha!
And thanks to the rest of the folks at 17 Jewels. Indigo, at the front desk, is always friendly and professional (and made the salon feel especially comfortable for my daughters as well as upping the cool factor). Sylvia, Scott, and Julie the owner, have always been very welcoming.

I have been getting my haircut done by Scott H., for the last year. I have to say, I am so very happy with my hair, him and the atmosphere. It took me five years to find someone good and that was in SF. I no longer care to ever go to SF and needed to find someone near home who could do my hair justice. Scott, came through with flying colors and I’m so grateful not to have to take that dreaded drive into SF, anymore. Thank you, Scott H. Your energy fits me perfect and I am always happy when I look at my calendar and see that I am scheduled to see you soon. I love walking to get my hair done and such a relief not to have to struggle for parking. I totally enjoy, Indigo, as well. She is a delight to be greeted by.

Martha is amazing! She excels at both cut and color and is a lovely person. Also she cuts all types of hair so if you have textured or curly hair don’t go to some overpriced salon. Martha is very skilled and trustworthy no matter what your hair type.
She did beautiful balayage highlights on my after I saw a friend rocking her beautiful work. I’m so glad I found her!

I would highly recommend trying it out!!!
The vibe is relaxed and cheery, their music is good, their staff is friendly and have a good grasp on solid customer care. The hair care products they use smell and feel good. All of the customers I see when I am in there have a genuine smile on their face when they are finished.
You are getting more than just a hair cut you are getting a hair style. The clients are varied and the skill level is high. I sat there and watched the stylist next to me work out multiple colors and highlights on one person, then successfully cut a curly hair!!!
It took me 6yrs of living in the bay area to find a salon that would deliver good service with consistent styling.
My stylists name is Scott and he is amazing; his attention to detail is strong, his ability to translate my requests into an amazing hairstyle is spot on; his skill level and ability to transform the color of my hair (which he has helped change three times) is really strong. You tell him what you want and you walk out with it! If you want color, this is your guy, he knows his stuff. I have asked him for a complicated and outrageous transformation. I asked him to turn a hair of three different colors, into two, just changing one, cut my hair asymmetrically with layers, oh and give me bangs. I walked out of there with EXACTLY what I had asked for. I am not an easy customer and he nails it every time.

I hardly writes reviews on Unilocal, BUT I must give credit where credit is due! I have been going to 17 Jewels for the last 5 months. My stylist, Martha, is one of the most awesome hairstylists I have had in the last 40yrs +. I remember her on my first appointment, she took the time to get to know me, my expectations of what I wanted and looked in a haircut. She started massaging my hair and asked what products I was using, I proceeded to tell her and she recommended some products that I use till this date.
She cuts my hair beautifully and everywhere I go; I get so many compliments about the style. She just added some highlights and it looks amazing. Martha, is professional, customer service oriented, caring, loving and always always has met my expectations! Love you, Martha! You must book an appointment with her and you will see what I’m talking about :)

Went in as a walk-​in and had a great experience. The women at the front desk helped me right away and set me up with an appointment later that day.
The esthetician is wonderful and does a great job, very gentle too!
My stylist, Sylvia was so helpful and knowledgeable.
They also have a great line up of products and know exactly what will work best for you.
I would highly recommend checking them out!

I love 17 Jewels, Julie is a fantastic person and owner! Paris does my hair and I love the way it looks and feels every time, they even do my bangs trim for free when I need it!
I also love their facials and glycholic peels, I always buy packages and they give me great discounts! Their organic products are great, for hair and face!
It is a Temescal Gem, I can go there with my dog, and then got to the local restaurants and have a bite to eat… bliss!

I’ve had a hate-​hate relationship with my hair since forever. I have curly, frizzy hair that has a life of its own and since I am a wash & wear type of person who can’t be bothered to spend 5 minutes on hair, I usually just wear a ponytail or a bun. Lately though, my scalp has been showing signs of stress from not getting any rest and I knew I needed a new haircut before I turned bald.
Thanks to all the reviews here on Unilocal,I made an appointment to see Martha and I have never been this happy about a haircut. First of all, she taught me the right way to deal with curly hair, the right products to use to manage the frizz, and — this came as a shock to me — to never brush my hair out. She taught me how to work with my curls and how to style my hair without spending more than 5 minutes on it. She also told me to stop fighting it because curly hair gives you a lot of options for styling. I never knew this! I honestly was contemplating going for chemical straightening so I didn’t have to bother with my hair anymore. Thank goodness for Unilocal and thank you, Martha! You rock!

I’ve been going to Sylvia Gene the Beauty Queen for a couple years now, and when she moved to Oakland and started working at 17 Jewels Salon, I followed! We drove from Pittsburg to get our haircuts. I had my receptionist go to Sylvia also, when I was in need of her headshot for my website. My 2 year old son, receptionist and myself all saw her same-​day this past Thursday. My son got tons of compliments the rest of the day, and my receptionist’s new hairdo is a complete wow! She said her husband told her that it was the best haircut she’s had since they’ve been married! I myself go to her because other beauticians have commonly left split ends, barely made a difference in cut/​style, and didn’t impress me. Sylvia Impresses! Try her out!
I also got to meet the owner of the salon while I was there – Julie was a great host!
Tip: Find free side street parking instead of main street parking.