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Christine Hanson - Hair Stylist

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5321 Hopyard Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588

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Christine Hanson - Hair Stylist
Local(925) 245-0194

5321 Hopyard Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588

http://chrisforhair.com/

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User Reviews of Christine Hanson - Hair Stylist

It's not just her talent

Chris really cares and focuses on each customer. When I was laid off she offered to reduce her fees for my extensions. She knew how important they were to my self esteem since my hair is extra thin an...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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It's not just her talent

Chris really cares and focuses on each customer. When I was laid off she offered to reduce her fees ...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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Good, better, BEST

I think the best thing I can say about Chris is that she is always trying to do better. She does not get complacent but is always looking for a better way to accomplish the job.Yesterday was my regu...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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Good, better, BEST

I think the best thing I can say about Chris is that she is always trying to do better. She does not...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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Something unique in today's market

Chris had done my hair for the past three years. I am always happy with the results of my color and cut. Today I had a unique experience...Chris knows money is tight for my family and took it upon herself to...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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She is truly amazing!

I found Chris when I was looking for a stylist in the Pleasanton area to do my hair for my wedding. I saw all the amazing reviews she received on the internet and booked a consultation with her. My experience...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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Best for men too by Mark L. at InsiderPages

Like many others, I found Chris because she has such great reviews, and also had a great experience with her. She has cut my hair now 3 times and obviously tries to learn more about me and my likes and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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She doesn't charge enough... by Laura M. at InsiderPages

for the quality of work she produces, but don't tell her that! Chris has been my stylist for more than 10 years now and I have never been disappointed in her work. She is also a great conversationalist so the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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Saved my hair and self image

I met Chris when I took my daughter for her back-to-school hair cut. After she finished with my daughter, she very politely said to me "I have something to show you" and pulled her own hair back to reveal her...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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Pleasanton's Best!! by Cynthia L. at InsiderPages

My women's club was talking about this stylist so I decided to give her a go at my difficult hair. I found her to be interested, pleasant, and willing to work with the client to be certain she understood what...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Next time I'll keep trying!

Chris stays so busy it can be difficult to get an appointment. Last time I needed a cut there was a wait so I decided to try elsewhere- What a mess they made of my hair! My family laughed at the job and I felt...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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Best I've seen in a loooong time!

I made an appointment with Chris after reading her glowing reviews on many review sites just to see if they were all right, and I have to admit I gave her a bad time but she came through for me. first, I asked...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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This girl ROCKS!!

When I first visited Chris I must admit I was fearful. I had seen so many stylsts and was never happy. But I was immediately calm when Chris introduced herself. Something told me this time would be different...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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she rocks!!! by alanna F. at InsiderPages

I can't say that Chris is the most outlandish stylist in the area but I really do believe she is the best! Never before have I felt so comfortable and safe with a hair stylist. I immediately knew she was on my...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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really great experience

What I look for in a hair dresser is the ability to understand my difficult challenges such as very thin, lacking body, and color that looks dull. During my consultation I could see that I was being heard-very...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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she works with you!

After fighting with my last stylist over and over about my color, I tried Chris and have been with her for over one year now. She listens, tries new things if something is not working, and is always pleasant...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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We are all happy we found Chris! by Kevin s. at InsiderPages

In my family we have a plan. I try a stylist first and if my hair cut is good my daughters will try. Only if we are all happy will my wife subject her difficult tresses to the new stylist. Chris past the test...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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Awsome!

I watched this stylist interact with several customers of the shop and she was so open and friendly so I decided to try her with my hair. She did an awsome job with the cut and the color, exactly what I...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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Ugly hair no more...

After reading umteen reviews I decided to call Chris to see what see could do with my ugly hair. I walked in and was immediately greeted, asked to have a seat and watched Chris finish the customer in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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My wife lover her and so do I by Frank F. at InsiderPages

It has been years since my wife has liked my hair. It is difficult to cut right but Chris took time to ask each time what worked and what did not work. She did not show attitude when I told her ther was a line...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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She never fails me

Chris has done my color several times now. Each time she asks questions to see what might be different. (She keeps records on all customers) and patiently works to give me the best color I have ever had. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2007
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my wife loces her

My wife is finally happy with my hair. For years she has complained about the cuts I got in those in and out shops. Chris takes time to see ther are no lines in my fade, and the top hair lies down really well....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2007
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Found her here and will go back

After reading about this stylist I decided to give her a go. I must admit I was happy with the hair cut, and the service so I decided to write my own recommendation. There are few out there who know the value...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by patricia g.

5.0 of 5 stars. She is a hair color specialist and I love her cuts as well. She is also a star at helping you get your hair back into condition without resorting to cutting it off if some other stylist has damaged...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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Totally good experience by Cynthia M. at InsiderPages

My friend told me about this stylist. She said I would love her and she was totally correct! I got the look I wanted and the whole experience was positive. I recommend her totally.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2007
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This stylist is different by felishia z. at InsiderPages

I hate it when a hair stylist acts like they know more about my hair than I do. I realize I did not go to hair school but have lived with this hair for a long time. Chris is down to earth, doesn't act like the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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3rd generation and i love her too!

Both my mom and granny have been clients of Chris for years. At first I thought she might not keep up with current fashion since she has been doing hair so long but no, Chris constantly learns new stuff to try...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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REALLY GOOD SERVICE

I loved this stylist because she really focuses on the customer. She is not talking to her friend about a date or boyfriend when I am in the chair, or all about herself. My cut and color are just what I asked...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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Went in hesitant, walked out happy by MARTY O. at InsiderPages

This is not a fancy salon but the work is first-rate, and the stylist is friendly, concerned about how I looked, and pleasant to deal with. I made the mistake of not bringing my check book but Chris made it...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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extensions are great

I walked in and was immediately greeted by Chris. At first I always feel nervous seeing a new stylist (so many bad experiences) but felt comfortable right away. I liked her openness and felt she was not just...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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It only gets better as she knows my hair better

Chris has cut and colored my hair for several years now. My hair is difficult, most hair stylists really butcher it, but Chris took the time to get to know my hair and has recommended several possible...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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It only gets better as she knows my hair better

Chris has cut and colored my hair for several years now. My hair is difficult, most hair stylists re...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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book ahead-it's worth it!

Chris is getting busy-she is worth the wait. I just had her re-color my hair after another stylist really messed it up, and I love the new colorand the cut also. My friend told me about her and now I want to...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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Why can't they all be as service oriented?

This morning I had an appointment with Chris and was happy to see that she was on time, courteous, no, friendly, and the work she did on my color and cut was truly first rate. She did not rush through the cut,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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I think she really cares...

about pleasing clients. I booked an appointment with Chris to color and cut my hair. When the day came she was ill. To make up for missing my appointment she treated me to a complimentary service, and of...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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My friend told me about Chris

I used to travel quite a distance for my hair extensions-San Gabriel in fact! My friend told me about Chris Hanson in Pleasanton, so I decided to give her a go at it. WOW! My hair is long, thick, and there is...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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Gotta Go!! by Glenda Z. at InsiderPages

I always hate my hair when it is cut. For years I have tried to find someone who wants to do it the way I want it. I know my style is not the latest fashion, but I like it a certain way. Chris has cut my hair...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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Extensions???

Chris did my extensions today and they are BEAUTIFUL!! She uses great hair and several techniques depending on your existing hair. Mine were sort of connected with a tiny ring. They lay perfectly flat against...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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Not just another operator

Went in today to see Chris, as usual came out with not only a great hair cut, but also left feeling like the person cutting my hair really wanted to make me happy. Chris is a wonderful stylist, and also a...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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I found someone who cares by Darlene M. at InsiderPages

In the past two years I have tried three other stylists and this is the first time I HAVE BEEN HAPPY!! Chris took the time to really understand what I look for in a hair color. She did not cut corners, over...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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some thoughts about this stylist

Usually I go to one of those salon-spas but find that I am paying for the fancy decor rather that the good work on my hair. I finally decided that I wanted to find someone who establishes a relationship with...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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My new do was a hit by Inez b. at InsiderPages

Chris colored and styled my hair for my daughter's wedding last month. I was so happy-had comments on it all evening. Her prices are so reasonable and the work is really first rate. try her-you'll be happy...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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She is rated best because she is!

I have tried several salons and stylists in the Tri-Valley that have been disappointments for one reason or another, but Chris exceeded expectations in every way. When she works on my hair I feel she genuinely...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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I look HOT!!!

Luv what Chris did for my prom hair! It was original, sexy, and stayed in place all night. My boyfriend also commented on how my hair looked. I was really happy with the job she did.
judysbook.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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Prom do

I had Chris style my hair and several of my friends hair for the prom. Each one was unique, beautiful, and lasted all night. I've had my hair done before for an event and it did not last until I went out. This...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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My hair is my identity...

I have extremely long hair. I do not let anyone cut or color it unless I have extreme confidence in them. When Christine saw the length she did not try to talk me into cutting more than I was comfortable with....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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No ego here by Sarah M. at InsiderPages

Too many hair stylist have overblown egos, they think that they know more than the customer what looks good. And too many have poor taste. Chris is different, She does what the customer wants, not what she...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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More than a Barber by Albert m. at InsiderPages

Chris has done my hair for almost thirty years. I started going to her when she was just a barber in San Leandro. Since that time she has extended her skills to include women's hair, perms, color etc. and now...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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Won't hesitate to recommend... by Adrianna M. at InsiderPages

Christine has cut,colored,and styled my hair for several yers now and I have always been happy with the results. She IS a perfectionist, and also sometimes worries too much, but the happiness of her clients is...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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Felt comfortable from the start by Laura S. at InsiderPages

I walked in and was greeted immediately by the staff in front and Chris was also watching to guide me back into her area. As I talked I could see she was listening-did not interrupt-and gave her suggestions...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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Who would have thought...

I'd find the best stylist ever on the Internet? Yep, Chris lives up to her reputation just great with me. She did color that was out of this world, and is great with a flat iron! My hair never looked this...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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She rates top score by Alison s. at InsiderPages

Chris did my hair for a party on the spur of the moment. She colored it and styled an updo and it looked amazing! My friends all complemented me on the color and I felt like the best looking woman at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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Once I saw her I knew she was good

Walked in and was courteously seated until she finished the customer in the chair. Even though she had not anticipated taking another client, she was happy to fit me in. I did not feel she was rushing through...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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She is world class!

Chris did my hair for a special event. Without a prior appointment she created a beautiful up-do that WOWED! my friends. I was the Belle of the ball with my style. (She is great with color too!)
citysearch.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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My hair was fried when I found Chris

After too much color etc. my hair was extremely damaged. I was so frustrated at stylists who do anything for money. Chris told me to stop using chemicals and started a series of conditioning treatments. She...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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The girl can do hair!

I went into a nail salon and came out a changed person! The creative way my hair was cut and styled blew my friends away! AND she does color too- can't wait to go back.
judysbook.com - user review - 04/07/2007
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Nice person, great work

I just moved to this area and was looking for someone to do my hair. Another mom suggested I try Chris. She told me good things so I thought I'd try. Came away with a great new look, and felt like I had made a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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She brought me back

Chris's work has always impressed me but after looking for another stylist when she moved away, I know recognize how talented she really is. She is back and so am I! Never have I been more excited that when I...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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finding a stylist isn't easy

Too many hair stylists either don't pay attention at all, or they do what they want not what you ask for. I found this stylist warm, open and seems to want to be there with the patron. I got a good cut and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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She's got the touch...

Chris has been my stylist for over 20 years now and I have never had a bad cut. She stays up on current styles, constantly learning new techniques, continues to find new looks for me, and really believes in...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/19/2007
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Just finished and it looks great!!

I took a chance and tried Chris because her reviews were good and must say I am happy I did. The color is so vibrant and healthy looking I can't believe it. The cut is exactly as I told her AND her prices are...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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Best color yet

I have visited many color artists in the East Bay but my search for the best is over! I just had Chris do a 3 color highlight and it is magnificent! The color is different than any I have seen and when I left...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2007
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OHMYGOD!!

After interviewing several other stylists listed on Citysearch, I finally decided to give Chris a try. I must admit that I was skeptical because she was the only stylist in a nail shop and because her prices...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/04/2007
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Foxy Nails has a hair stylist

I have visited Foxy Nails for several years now and enjoy going there. When Chris started I was with another stylist but wanted to try her because she looked good and was so friendly. One day my stylist...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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Fantastic color work

I had my hair colored by Chris and love it! She does more than the usual highlights and stripes. My color is so different and unique, people stop me on the street to ask who did it. She makes her clients feeel...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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Best service and cut I ever experienced

When i walked in I was not sure...one stylist in a nail salon? But once I sat in the chair I knew this girl can cut hair! In fact it was the best cut I ever remember. Chris is also friendly, a great...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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Great cut, great prices, great conversation

Stopped in after work to get my hair cut and it was the most pleasant experience of my day. Chris was interested in how I wanted my hair cut, not just how everyone else wears hair, was friendly, warm and made...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2007
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Highly recommend her...

Chris Has been my stylist for over ten years now. She is talented, consistant, friendly, and on time for appointments. She is always open to late or early appointments, and does her best to accomodate my...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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Finally found someone who listens

I have had a difficult time finding a stylist who actually listens and tries to produce the look I ask for rather than talking me into what they want. Chris takes care to listen and the results show that. Her...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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She's a 10 in my book

I started to go to Chris when I asked a coworker where she went. my experience was so refreshing. She actually listened, and produced the exact look I was after! She is also a great conversationalist, always a...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2006
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