Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Hair & Beauty Services in Studio City, CA
Capella Salon was established in 1995 by Shai and Nicole Amiel to deliver exceptional salon services through advanced hair styling techniques and cutting-edge technology. Our team of expert stylists specializes in personalized approaches that celebrate each client's unique features and individuality. We offer tailored haircuts, vibrant coloring, and styling solutions designed to enhance natural beauty while maintaining hair health. With decades of combined experience, our professionals stay at the forefront of industry innovations to ensure every client receives premium service.Located in Studio City, we serve clients seeking transformative hair experiences backed by media recognition in publications like InStyle and People Magazine. Our commitment to excellence extends to detailed curl preparation protocols and specialized treatments that guarantee optimal results. We maintain strict appointment standards to ensure quality outcomes, requiring clients to follow specific pre-visit instructions for best service delivery.
Services
Haircut
Curl Cut
Color Treatment
Updo Styling
Detangle Treatment
Bayalage
Curl Prep
Beauty Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We specialize in curl-specific techniques developed over 29 years of experience
- Our stylists use advanced technologies for personalized hair transformations
- Proven track record featured in InStyle, People Magazine, and Naturally Curly
- Strict quality protocols ensure optimal results with pre-appointment preparation guidelines
- Expert team maintains consistent service excellence since 1995
Services
Curl Cut
Precision haircut technique specifically designed for curly hair textures. Our specialists analyze natural curl patterns to create flattering shapes that enhance volume and definition. Service includes consultation to determine optimal styling approach while maintaining hair health through proper cutting techniques.
Color Treatment
Custom color services using professional-grade products for vibrant, long-lasting results. Options include all-over color, dimensional highlights, and corrective treatments performed by experienced colorists. Each session begins with a scalp analysis to ensure hair integrity during the coloring process.
Bayalage
Artistic highlighting technique that creates natural-looking dimension through customized color placement. Our stylists use freehand application to achieve soft transitions and sun-kissed effects tailored to individual face shapes and skin tones for optimal aesthetic balance.
Detangle Treatment
Specialized service addressing severe hair knots and tangles using professional detangling products and techniques. Performed hourly by experienced technicians who prioritize hair strand preservation while restoring manageability and preventing future knotting through proper aftercare education.
Curl Prep
Mandatory pre-visit protocol ensuring optimal service outcomes for curl-specific treatments. Clients must present with clean, dry, unaltered hair free from styling products to allow accurate assessment and proper technique application during their scheduled appointment.
People
Shai Amiel
Co-Owner & Master Stylist
With 29 years of expertise, Shai specializes in curl-specific techniques and has been featured in major beauty publications. He leads advanced training sessions for our stylists while maintaining a select client base for premium services.
Nicole Amiel
Co-Owner & Operations Director
Nicole oversees daily operations and client relations, ensuring service excellence since the salon's founding in 1995. She manages staff development programs and maintains quality control standards across all service offerings.
Questions
What makes Capella Salon's curl treatments unique?
Our curl-specific techniques require hair to be in its natural state for optimal results, following strict preparation guidelines.
Do you offer services beyond hair styling?
Yes, we provide esthetician services through Beauty by Shani, including skincare treatments and specialized beauty services.
How are pricing decisions determined?
Prices vary based on hair density, length, and service complexity with starting rates published for transparency.
What happens if I don't follow curl prep instructions?
Appointments require strict adherence to preparation guidelines to maintain service quality and deposit validity.
Are media features available for review?
Our press coverage includes InStyle, People Magazine, and Naturally Curly with digital archives available for viewing.
Reviews (6)
Audrey S.
Jun 21, 2022
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They may give good haircuts (at times) but the customer service sucks and honestly doesn't make me want to come back or recommend the salon. this is the second time my grandmother had booked a consultation and the time got moved without her permission. when she called to ask why she overheard the receptionist Bree say to not change it. You'd think your workers would care about the place they work? guess not! my grandmother cannot drive at night which is specially why she needed an early appointment. which she did make but somehow no one wanted to accommodate her. genuinely repulsed and upset by this
Nikki S.
May 27, 2022
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Another master cut by Shai! I can never go back to my old hair or stylist! Shai and hai assistant (sorry but forgot her name) were friendly and professional. Took the time to walk me step by step through the process. They do not only cut and style your hair, but will teach you how to maintain it! I feel like I've learned a whole new "hair" language! So happy I found this salon! Definitely recommend to anyone who wants to invest in themselves and be the best curly headed person they could be!
Annie Gee
Apr 09, 2022
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I am Mexican mom with a mixed child (Mexican/Jamaican). When I got pregnant, I realized the magnitude of importance on my soon to be daughter's hair. I was already getting YouTube educated. I learned about natural hair cure, learned to braid, learned to twist, and add on hair! But, there is only so much I can learn from my own experience. My goal: To give her hair the gift of patience (more than my own), educated hands, and trained eye to give her hair the best "spa day" ever. Jazmin was such a pleasure!
Very kind, answered all of my questions, and let feel her hair a few times at the bowl. I have to unlearn some things to get her hair the way we left. I am grateful for Jazmin's consideration for my 8yr old. Most importantly her positive influence on my child. This was fantastic!
Very kind, answered all of my questions, and let feel her hair a few times at the bowl. I have to unlearn some things to get her hair the way we left. I am grateful for Jazmin's consideration for my 8yr old. Most importantly her positive influence on my child. This was fantastic!
Hannah S.
Apr 01, 2022
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I came in for a hair cut in November last year. If I could I would ask for my money back. Know that I basically got the lazy money making end of the deal. I was very specific on asking that we cut enough hair that i stop loosing hair from the tangled mess. Absolutely did not receive that. They didn't want to originally honor me coming in for a redo because the girl I had stopped working there the day after.
And that was some how my problem not theirs. Finally they had me come in. Thought I was getting my hair cut but it was a consultation with the owner. Felt so awkward because when I came it it was not welcoming. i cant believe I paid $335 to receive no results of what I asked. Didn't realize how bad it was until I went somewhere else a few weeks ago. Asked for the same thing and my hair has no more issue.
And that was some how my problem not theirs. Finally they had me come in. Thought I was getting my hair cut but it was a consultation with the owner. Felt so awkward because when I came it it was not welcoming. i cant believe I paid $335 to receive no results of what I asked. Didn't realize how bad it was until I went somewhere else a few weeks ago. Asked for the same thing and my hair has no more issue.
Nora P.
Feb 25, 2022
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Natarsha made this experience a pleasant one! I was so pleased with how she really took her time and took great care of my hair. I felt so glad to have her as my stylist! She gave me exactly what I wanted! Some volume but maintained my length. She went above and beyond even squatting in heels to dry my dripping wet hair as I had my head bent over to drain the excess water (She has a method to everything) now I have to remember how to do it myself!
She was cutting my hair up until I walked out of the salon as she saw a few touch ups she could make. I will definitely be back in 6 months for another cut with her! Thanks again Natarsha! Best experience ever getting my first curly haircut!
She was cutting my hair up until I walked out of the salon as she saw a few touch ups she could make. I will definitely be back in 6 months for another cut with her! Thanks again Natarsha! Best experience ever getting my first curly haircut!
Kristin C.
Oct 06, 2021
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If you have curly hair, you know how hard it is to find someone who knows how to treat it. NATARSHA did the best work on my hair that I've Ever had! I have thin, curly/wavy hair, that was very tangled do to a medical bed rest, & she was so patient w/ it, provided such care, attention, & Magic. Not only was the detangling amazing, but then her treatment to my hair, advice on styling, & overall general likability was such a bonus. Hair is her art, & her gift.
