Intrinsic A Salon

I visited Intrinsic A Salon today after a friend told me I should check it out, and HOLY Adorbs! Do not let the outside fool you, this tiny hidden gem is nestled away in the farthest corner of a slightly run down parking lot… but ladies I can honestly say stepping two feet inside the door is like walking into sanctuary! First thing I noticed was the eclectic wall hangings, hand painted touches and the staircase that leads down into one of the coolest spaces I have seen since the spiral staircase at L’essence!
The green walls, warm floors and stone grays really work well together, making the salon feel inviting and welcome while the clear doors to the salon feel modern, sleek and give the salon a clean feeling with their perfect, smudge free windows! Inside the salon, there is the neatest mosaic tile work on the floor that looks like a flowing river, and it leads back to a beautifully decorated pedi spa bench that made me want to just crawl up and fall asleep while my toes soaked!
My nail technician, Gabbi, (who is a six-​foot tall bombshell with legs for days by the way! And I thought I was tall!) …Greeted me with a smile and after checking my I. D, offered me a glass of wine. I LOVE it when salons offer wine with their services… because, well… who doesn’t love wine? Gabbi asked me what colors I was thinking of and if I had any ideas for what I wanted. I love that she listened to me ramble… yes I ramble sometimes… and kept her smile the entire time! Finally I just said, «You know what, do what ever you little heart desires!» She liked that answer and away she went working on removing my old nail polish with acetone and then removing my cuticles… (Maybe I am weird but I think removing the cuticles feels great! Get all that stuff out of there!) She took excellent care of my left wrist, making sure to be gentle with it seeing as how I had surgery on it back in November. She didn’t hurt me at all, which is easy to do with how sensitive my whole hand is.
I picked a gorgeous aqua blue glitter (I have an obsession with glitter) and she chose the rest! Other blues for an ombré, a black flower decal over Tiffany blue gel paint and pixie glitter for over that. Absolutely breath-​taking nails I must say, her work was impeccable. My momma went to beauty school and I don’t like to brag, but I she taught me a thing or two and I know Gabbi is a knowledgeable, and passionate technician by the way she took such care of my wrist, and laughed and talked with me about my mom, and answered every nail related question I could think of to quiz her based on what my mom had told me, with enthusiasm no less! All in all, I must say my experience at this salon was worth the five stars I am giving today… Gabbi has won my heart for sure with her charisma, art/​nail work and her thoughtfulness. I can’t wait for her to do my nails again!

BEWARE! THIS SALON IS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP. I went here to get a fill by Gabbi. To start off she was over 20+ minutes late for my appointment as she walked up her reason for being late was that she overslept. While filing my nails she repeatedly cut my cuticles with the file when I said she was hurting me she said, «your just making me nervous. «After enduring her torture file. She mentioned how cool it was that all of the nail techs went to school together and just graduated! If you are looking to be a guinea pig and enjoy lots of pain this is the salon for you. Otherwise I advise looking elsewhere!

I get my nails done here every other week by Sabrina. She does an AMAZING job on my nails. She does my nail with shellac and does incredible nail art. Everything from classic french to crazy, outrageous, holographic color (of which I am a huge fan)!
Highly recommend her!

I’ve been getting my nails done by Sabrina for over a year now, and I wouldn’t think of going anywhere else. The salon is very clean, calming, and comfortable. Sabrina is always punctual and tailors her services to my needs. Her prices are fair, and she takes her time to do a great job. I made the mistake of going somewhere else once (Sabrina was booked and I didn’t make an appt in time) and my experience was horrible. I don’t trust my nails with anyone else. She uses high quality products and provides a great experience. Very professional and attentive. Definitely recommend this salon and Sabrina’s services.

It’s a little different where this salon is located, but we all know you shouldn’t judge a book by the cover! It’s a clean, very cute salon. I’ve been seeing Sabrina for my amazing monthly pedicures. She’s clean, efficient and very thorough, I have never had any issues whatsoever. She’s a very talented nail technician and you can tell that she loves what she does, it shows in her work! My toes always look beautiful, I would recommend shellac pedicures & Sabrina to anyone! I also love her Farmhouse Fresh line for her pedicure products! Very relaxing & worth every penny!

If you want a wonderful mani or pedi please go here and ask for Sabrina. This young woman is so talented and is really concerned about her clients well being. Buffed, Plain, Gel, Shellac, Plain Jane, French or jazzed up. Sabrina does it all. All the products she uses are environmentally and your body friendly and so wonderful. If you really want someone to take time with you as a client and who understands your hands and feet. go see Sabrina you will love her as I do,

I just recently moved to Reno from Florida and was not just looking for a new hair stylist but desperately needing my «platinum» color fixed after a botched hair color I received a few months ago. I did my research online and found Jeni. All reviews painted her out to be the master color artist… and she did NOT disappoint! She was absolutely amazing! I was a nervous wreck after my last sit down at a salon, however, the second I sat down I was at ease. Just as I had done my research on her, she sat me down and did research on my hair. Asked several questions about my hair and «hair habits» before even touching my hair. Super impressed! She went to work and gave me the best cut and color I have ever had! What a life saver! Best hair stylist I have ever been to and I look forward to my next visit!

Very clean and happy salon. Friendly and professional staff. Wish I lived closer so I could go back more often. Great selection of product as well!

First Unilocal post. I needed a color correction from an eff up at a different 5 star Unilocal salon in town. I got Jeni with a next day appt and after 2 hours, she turned my orange supposed ombré into a blended natural look. The cut was perfect (yes she cuts it dry) and I am still in shock how she was able to fix the disaster I walked in with. Definitely recommend Jeni!

I first used Jeni because of a Living Social deal I purchased for a cut and color. Let me also say that I’ve been getting my hair highlighted for 18 years. Jeni J. was very professional and «interviewed» me about my current hair cut and color and products I was using before she even touched my hair (something I have never experienced previously). She was very thorough and asked me what I was wanting, etc. SHE IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING WITH COLOR!!! OMG!
Jeni J then became my stylist. She does some of the most AMAZING work I have ever received. She is a perfectionist, truly cares about how you look and feel leaving her chair. Her business is her HEART and SOUL. I can say that I was looking for a stylist/​colorist and ended up not only finding that, but finding a friend. I have since had to move across the country and I miss her dearly! I highly recommend her to anyone! She will blow your mind (and does the best blow-​outs too)!!!

My first time today at this salon, It was beautiful inside. Very clean and welcoming! My pedicure from Sabrina Palmer was wonderful, very relaxing and refreshing. I would tell everyone I know to go here and get their nails done by Sabrina!

I have spent the last six years with my current stylist but wanted a new look with highlights. I booked an appointment earlier during the with Rosa after finding an ad on Craigslist and came in promptly. Rosa, upon meeting me five minutes after I came in told me she was running behind to help a client. I didn’t think much of it and sat down with a magazine. Now, I can only do appointments on the weekends because I have two kids, so it was today or another weekend. An hour goes by and she apologizes and I’m a little irritated. 1.5 hours go by and I talk to Jen and walk out. I had never waited more than 20 mins for a stylist before. I text Rosa and tell her I can’t sit there anymore because I clearly was a little upset that I didn’t address her in person. Twenty minutes later I call the owner to discuss the issue and she was very receptive. She told me «this wasn’t like Rosa» but to book with «Jen.» So upon that phone call, I called Intrinsic Salon to speak with Jen. Jen saw me waiting for Rosa and apologized for her behavior. I happily booked my appointment that I would have in two weeks.
Two weeks later I arrive for highlights. I discussed my issues with my hair turning brassy with bleach and away Jen went. The end result was a tad brassy but I assumed it would fade with washing. I wasn’t 100% happy but I wasn’t miserable about it. I tipped her $ 30 to show appreciation that she tried to make it right and see me two weeks later. I book an appointment for 6 weeks out and put the mess behind me.
A little over five weeks later, I have an appointment at 3:30 on July 27^th. Remember, I booked a weekend appointment because I have kids. Two days before my appointment while I’m in summer school at UNR I receive a message on my phone from Jen that she needs to reschedule because a models hair is ruined and she needs to fix it. I’m a tad irritated but generally can adjust. I text her because I was studying for my course and told her I couldn’t call her right then and I will call her back later tonight or tomorrow. Later that day after 3pm, I text her and expressed that I was upset that out of all of the appointments she had, this client took precedence over my appointment. Jen verified who I was over text and confirmed. She text me back saying «u not nice. peace b with u?» I text her back that I am «How am I not not nice? I don’t understand why you would change my appointment over another client «and that I can’t just come in during the week. (or in two weeks)». This conversation should have been in person honestly. The text messages turned very odd. I text her I can not call her until later this evening because I was at the library at UNR. She texts me that I’m «rude…negative…and that I’m not welcome there.» At that point, I was fine not coming back because I had been stood up by Rosa after waiting 1.5 hours and the new stylist Jen cancels my appointment to fix someone’s hair. She texts me later that night and says, «Clients come first» and that I’m welcome to come back. Trust me I wasn’t interested. Her texts kept coming in and when I would reply back that I wasn’t the bad guy here, she continued to cuss, and tell me to never come in. The behavior was on and off disturbing and at one point I told her «to lay off the drugs» because behavior that fluctuates and reality isn’t assessed tells me that the person is either bipolar or on drugs. She keeps texting and starts threatening me «that my brother is RPD… I’M SENDING HIM YOUR BULL* TEXTS.» I know half of Reno/​Sparks PD so this wasn’t concerning. I did respond that she needs to educate herself on the law and that threats aren’t taken lightly. She keeps going on and on. More cuss words, more nonsense, and I just stop texting her. There is no sense communicating with someone who is not reasonable, it just means I don’t come back to this place. I just wanted her to own up to as to why she would cancel my appointment over someone else’ problem. Jen finished up that the owner would call me. Now why would I talk to the owner who has hired two irresponsible hair stylists? Sure she was great talking to her the first time, but really, what will this accomplish. I knew I wasn’t coming back.

Sabrina did my nails with gel polish and they look beautiful! I have gotten so many compliments. She does a wonderful job. I will be going to Sabrina from now on!

I had a very relaxing pedicure by Sabrina Palmer. This is very much unlike the strip mall places that want to get you in and out. It was very relaxing and Sabrina took her time and focused on the areas I wanted. Go to Sabrina for your next pedicure. You won’t be disappointed!

Intrinsic A Salon is a salon that when you get your first haircut, you will want to keep going back! Jeni has a lot of passion for what she does and it shows through her haircuts, colors and styles. I know every time I go there, I will be more than thrilled with my new style. This is the first salon, and stylist, that I have kept going back to and I will continue to stay loyal!

I loved getting my hair done by Jeni! She was VERY thorough in asking about exactly what you want, how you treat your hair, and your general style. She was also very good at making suggestions that would best suit my style, my hair care routine and my overall look! Great work, plus she gave me a glass of wine! Love!

I discovered this place when I bought a deal on Living Social for a hair cut and highlights with Jeni Johnson. When i went there for the first time, i loved the elegant and peaceful ambience of the salon. I also absolutely loved Jeni’s personality and what she did with my hair so I decided I’d definitely come back and i did today. I just got another amazing hair cut with her which I’m totally in love with. Jeni is very professional, creative and thorough. She simply knows the hair magic!:)

I bought a groupon for haircut, color. Wanted to try someplace new and was very happy I came here. I had Jeni as my stylistic, she was so professional, knew exactly what she was doing. I got a great color and cut. I give her 5 stars and she earned every one of them.

AMAZING! New to Reno and was in search of a new hairstylist. My hair was a mess after 8 months. I was lucky to find a LivingSocial coupon for Jeni. The best hair stylist EVER! After all her questions to learn about my personality, likes, dislikes, I realized just how great she was and said, I trust you, so surprise me. The best cut, color and highlights. Jeni is a true professional and shares her knowledge. I highly recommend Jeni for any hair needs and any age group. SHE LISTENS!

I had my hair done by Rosa at Intrinsic for my wedding (along with 6 of my bridesmaids as well as my mom and mother-​in-​law) and she was nothing but calm and kind.
She has a great personality and was able to make me and my girls feel comfortable and beautiful! She even went as far as having us do research and bring along photos so she could do exactly what we all wanted.
I was pretty stressed out on the actual day so it was incredibly helpful to have a professional on hand :)
I would highly recommend her and think Intrinsic is super cute!
Thanks Rosa for all of your help in making my wedding day so special …