Ola

12/07/09

Micro-current facial makes me look years younger

by mavashon at Citysearch

I have been seeing Janean Wjvold for microcurrent facials for nearly a year. I am a real convert to the process. I am a person that has done very little for my face and skin for my entire life. I had only one facial before and felt inept at skincare.

At 53 I realized that I could no longer use eyeshadow because of the crape-like, saggy skin of my eyelids. I also was beginning to notice jowls. Yuck! A friend recommended micro-current after I asked her if she had had an eyelid lift. I found Janean and now feel so much better. Janean's package deals are very reasonable and the results tremendous. We did a series of treatments and now I go in monthly to keep it up. This sounds like hype but people honestly think I look years younger. More importantly I feel younger.

• Pros: Janean is an expert; she's honest and fun!
• Cons: None

11/20/09

Great blond highlights by Kelly

by Glynnis at Citysearch

I discovered Ola because they supported Lafayette Elementary's annual fundraiser - so I wanted to check them out. I have long hair and am very specific about the shade of blond highlights. Kelly was recommended to me and I am really pleased with the partial foil she did for me.Good time and great look.

• Pros: Competitive pricing, on time and good color

10/07/09

Lost Gisele

by petest at Citysearch

I went back to Ola recently and was told Gisele had moved. They didn't mention where she'd moved - so they pointed me to a new stylist. Unfortunately, the cut i got was not very good. I wound up tracking down Gisele to fix it, and found out she was at a new place downtown (The Loft). Wish I would have saved the money by going straight to her instead of getting the run around from Ola.

08/08/09

Janean Janka's Non-Surgical Facelifts Really Work

by NikaK at Citysearch

Janean Janka provides a wonderful alternative to surgical facelifts called a microcurrent facelift. At first I was quite skeptical of procedure, but the results are astounding. I started with jowls and elephant eyes. Fifteen visits later, my heart-shaped face has emerged from beneath a square mass of loose skin. My eyes are also once again almond shaped.

Janean will give you realistic expectations about what microcurrent can do for you. In fact, she undersells. She works out of Ola Salon in West Seattle and is definitely worth the drive. You can receive the same procedure at a dermatologist at a much higher price. Also, she was a trainer for the company that makes the machine, so she knows what she is doing.

• Pros: Expertise and Talent

04/19/09

OH LA LA!

by kimybarra at Citysearch

Over the weekend I met "Deborah" who told me about the salon she works at in West seattle and they do eyelash extentions. I asked many questions which she answered very professional with great concern about my lashes!!! Deborah is an exceptional cosmetolgist that has great insight into "OLa" salon -Spa & Services. I am going to take her advise & book an appointment for eyelashes!! Deborah your great & I am looking forward to "Rockl Out " on your hair salon.

• Pros: Very informative, knowledgable employee
• Cons: Concerned about eyelash extention procedure

03/13/09

The best stylist and colorist!

by anabjorkman at Citysearch

I have followed Giselle to every hair salon she has moved to because, even in a City with so many choices, she is still the best stylist and colorist! I have a few friends that have gone to really expensive salons where they have had their hair color ruined. I always send them to Giselle who is able to fix the problem and the result is a very natural looking color and best of all, she listens to her clients. Giselle gets a Gold Star!!

• Pros: Excellent Service
• Cons: None

03/13/09

I Have Found a Home @ OLA - thank you Giselle!

by kristycp at Citysearch

I have been getting blondish highlights in my hair for 10 years and have gone to great salons in both New York City and Philadelphia, and I was very impressed with Giselle at Ola Salon! Finally, after years - I've found a stylist that actually offers a bit of glamour and style in Seattle.

Additionally, due to horrid traffic, I arrived about 20 minutes late for my cut and color appointment with Giselle. She however was very understanding and took the time necessary to give me a great cut and color. I was her last appointment of the evening and I am sure I kept her there late, but I really appreciate the extra effort and will definitely return! My hair looks and feels fantastic - thanks Giselle!

• Pros: Parking, service, access from highway, great attitude of staff
• Cons: None that come to mind immediately

03/12/09

VERY IMPRESSED WITH GISELLE AT OLA SALON!

by stephaniekarnes at Citysearch

I am a new client of Ola Salon. I recently started lightening my hair from black and I went in to see Giselle with this red hair that i hated. Giselle was awesome! We chatted the whole time and I felt like we have been girlfriends for years. She took her time and corrected the color mess I had, and when she went in to cut my hair she showed just how much she was going to cut. I felt so safe!! (I am a little scissor shy). My very damaged hair, now feels like silk! And the cut is amazing, probably the best haircut I have ever had! I would recommend Giselle to anyone, her personality makes the experience so fun! And also their receptionist at the front desk is so friendly, I had so much fun talking to her on the way out. My whole salon experience was amazing! Thanks Giselle and Ola receptionist!

• Pros: Giselle!
• Cons: The salon was busy so parking was a bit difficult

01/25/09

Non-Surgical Facelift and MicroDermabrasion

by Glamourgirljj at Citysearch

I recently received a microcurrent nonsurgical facelift from Janean Wjvold Janka, Medical Esthetician, at OLa Spa in West Seattle. I was amazed to see how my eyebrows lifted, my eyes visibly appeared to be open wider and my jaw line and profile tightened.

The series that I took was12 toning visits, get one free ( nonsurgical facelift ) and five microdermabrasion series, get one free! That was determined by my age and sun damage. Janean has been practicing for 25+ years and is highly informative and professional. I relax while she works on my face as she practically irons out the wrinkles with her high tech equipment and gentle hands.

I find the treatments so beneficial and addicting and want to let you in on a secret. She is opening her second location inside of All Star Fitness Executive Club downtown in February. I believe that you can still reach her for a free consultation on her direct number 206.391.8381.

Definately, give her a try she is worth your time and money.

12/31/08

Really reduces wrinkles and knows what she is doing

by graciousisland at Citysearch

I also have a wrinkly forehead and droopy eyes. Although, I had been to Janean with excellent results I did not go back due to travel and a change in employment. I just went back for a holiday pickup and at my new job they thought I got a face lift. I had this done over a ten day period when I had a long time off combined with vacation and snow restrictions(I live nearby and decided to go for it).

The results of both the dermabrasion and the facial toning with her machine were unbelievable. Everybody really thought I was lying about having a face lift. These are quiet, reserved people who basically took a long time to welcome me to their work environment. they said they loved it.

Janean is worth every single penny. I know she is booked because I had to beg for a couple of appointments and that says something in this economy. I won't allow my chin to droop that much ever, ever again!

Call her directly to make the appointments, 206.251.9414

• Pros: Really effective, my chin disappeared!
• Cons: Hard to get appointment because she is busy