When you are in the hands of twin brothers Jason and Robert Townsend, who opened Essensuals London in Seattle Capitol Hill, you know you are going to leave the salon looking and feeling fabulous.
Right when I walked in the salon, I was in awe by the beautiful modern and minimal design of the space.
I was warmly greeted, seated in these comfy sleek chairs, and offered water, french presse, tea, red wine, or beer (I’m boring and went with water).
I had a thorough consultation with Jason and Robert, and since I didn’t have any specifics on what I wanted, I let the color master, Robert, choose my hair destiny – so a subtle light brown color melt balayage it was! As I watched Robert work his magic, I noticed how detail-oriented he was as he painted and foiled my hair.
After the color treatment was done, I got an amazing head massage while my hair was being washed and conditioned. I seriously wouldn’t mind coming back in just for the massage :). Then Jason cut my hair, taking off all of my dead-ends and layering my hair without the traditional v-shape, a style that I haven’t tried before but love how thick and healthy my hair feels!
Lastly, Jason styles my hair using a Bio Ionic Stylewinder, which gave me these killer wavy curls. It’s also supposed to be really easy to use!
With some light hair spray and using Jason’s fingers to loosen the curls, this is the final result.
We take some photos and pick our favorites. We weren’t intentionally matching, I promise!
The final verdict: I love that the balayage gives dimension to my hair without it being so “loud”. My hair feels fresh, voluminous, and healthy. The service, attention to detail, and knowledge provided by the stylists were top notch. Overall, I am a very happy customer!
Annie Lee says
love how the curls turned out tina! your hair is so silky and voluminous!
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Pam Hetlinger says
Your hair looks amazing Tina! Love it!
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Panty Buns says
The new Essensuals London salon in Seattle Capitol Hill looks very spacious and organised with good lighting. Your hair looks beautiful!
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Sandra K.S. says
your hair looks lovely !
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THEDASHINGRIDER says
Wow, the interior looks amazing and I love the look of your hair. Amazing place!
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Ashlee Favro says
You have perfect!!
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Shireen L. Platt says
You hair looks seriously good, Tina! And I agree that the usual hair layering that I got in the past was also the V shaped one. This is definitely something new that I will try once my hair is long enough.
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Miranda McDonald says
Love the space and the hairstyle! What a pro 😉
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Albert Wijaya says
Wonderful space! Great photos you have there. 🙂
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Stella Scarlett Rose says
Wonderful place!! Thanks for sharing!
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Helen Veyna says
Jason and Robert did an amazing job on your hair, Tina! I might have to make the drive to Seattle to see these guys once I'm in Portland next fall! I really love the subtle balayage highlights because they add a nice bit of dimension and movement to your hair. I also love the new style of layers because it adds fullness to your hair.
-Helen
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Kelsey & Kenecha says
I'm inlove! Your hair looks so lovely!!! And the look of the salon is so nice!
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Rachel Dinh says
Great review, this place looks good and your hair is so shiny.
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Carolyn says
the balayage looks beautiful!! I'm so excited for my appt in a couple weeks 🙂
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Sybil says
this looks amazing!!! i love how effortless those waves are!! 😀
Have a great week!
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Wishes & Reality says
Your hair turned out gorgeous and this is such a stunning space!
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Deniz G says
Your hair looks fabulous!
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Allure Obsessed says
Your hair looks so amazing. xx
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Sezen Eminova says
So classy hair style!
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Jyoti Vats says
Nice hair 🙂 Lovely post..Keep In touch dear..
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Cvetina Cekova says
Wow that place looks so beautiful and your hair is fab! Great job!
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Cissy Zhang says
Hair looking amaaazing!! Great shape and color
Have a wonderful week!
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Paola Lauretano says
Wow… I love the final resulr, amazing hair!!!
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Purva Vats says
Your hair looks lovely tina 🙂
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Christine Uy says
Oh wow.. I love how it turned out.. your hair looks even more amazing Tina! 🙂
Take care always, love Christine ~ xx
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the italian glam says
love your waves, sweetie,
great hair-styling and definitely great place
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the italian glam says
love your waves, sweetie,
great hair-styling and definitely great place
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hokis 1981 says
Wow! Great post!
You have an amazing Blog, with nice pics!
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Hava a nice day!
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Zubaida Rasool says
Looks like an amazing place for hair treatment and cutting. Your hair definitely look amazing after all services.
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Emina Masovic says
Beautiful hair! Great post dear :))
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Elizabeth says
You hair looks gorgeous
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Arden Rubens (TOPCOAT) says
OMG. Your hair looks amazing!!! xx
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Camilla Julie says
Your hair is way to pretty! I looove it 🙂
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Zeynab M says
Your hair looks amazing, so good !!
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Nina Kobi says
Love this hairstyle on you. xx
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Gold Coast Girl says
Love your hair and great review!
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gloria condorelli says
amazing hairstyle. ciao gloria
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Shannon Jenkins says
Your hair looks amazing! I'm loving the balayage! It gives it the perfect Sunkissed look!
<3 Shannon
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Rafaela S. says
Loved the final result!!
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Jointy&Croissanty says
The interior of this hairdressing salon is perfect and your hair look so beautiful!
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meandmr.com says
I love the cut and the studio looks great!
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The Fashion Lotus says
Your hair looks amazing! Great space, too!
Xo
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awhite says
Gorrrrrrrgeous! I love the final look!
-Ashley
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Laura Salvà says
Wow!! Great result! I love it!!
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Style For Mankind says
Great post! I love your photos. Have a great day! xx
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Keri H says
Whoa, so beautiful! I wish my hair looked like this <3
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Jane Khodos says
Your hair look amazing! I'm thinking about something like that for myself! Thank you for inspiration, Tina!
xx Jane
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Jen Avery says
Gorgeous hair!
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Elizabeth Lee says
your hair looks fantastic (it looks so healthy too!). i can't wait to see more of your beautiful highlights in future style posts.
love, liz
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Anna from www.workingchix.com says
Very cool photos and your hair looks amazing!
Kisses,
Anna
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Corinne says
That place looks lovely! I love how your hair turned out, too.
Corinne x
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katie // a touch of teal says
Your hair looks awesome, Tina! So healthy and sleek. I love the look of that salon!
xo katie // a touch of teal
Liz Lizo says
Wow your hair looks amazing!
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Alessandra Heidelberg says
Great result, I love your hair!
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Alicia Mackin says
OH WOW, that was so not there when I lived on Capitol Hill in Seattle I so would have gone there! BTW, my friends have a shop there called Eat Local.
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Eniwhere Fashion says
Wow!!! SO beautiful and elegant place!!! Love your hair my dear Tina!!! Kisses,
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Raqda Saeed says
Your hair looks gorgeous 🙂
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Valerie Price says
Your hair looks absolutely amazing, and I love this beautifully modern place!
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Maggie Dallospedale says
Wow you look amazing
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K / House of KTS says
I just love how modern that salon looks. And I am loving how he did your hair. The waves just look perfect on you. And you know I am loving those shoes as well.
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Eight Shores says
That's a stunning salon, and your hair looks fantastic!
x Sharon
Sheila says
Love the new hair Tina!! They are the best. 🙂
xo – Sheila
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katherine lou says
Fantastic hair!! And I absolutely love what you're wearing! Those boots are perfection!
Holden says
love how the curls turned out tina! your hair is so silky and voluminous!
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Hollis says
Fantastic hair!! And I absolutely love what you’re wearing! Those boots are perfection!
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clothingpk says
You look great!! Love the scenery! It’s indeed breathtaking! And love your chilled out casual and yet smart look 🙂
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Laura says
Your hair looks lovely! I do love waves in my hair at the moment. Really gorgeous and it suits you 🙂 http://www.shehearts.net x