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"Lore's understanding of color, style, cutting technique, and alternative chemical application is above reproach. Her warm smile, experience, and understanding nature makes everyone instantly at ease, even when she has scissors. One of the best things about Lore is she takes the time to make sure that her client can recapture the "just from the salon look" at home without using a lot of products. I highly recommend her to anyone with hair! Please note: The Lore Experience is addictive - my mother and I met Lore 6 years ago for Japanese Straight Perm and have been addicted to her services, charm, and friendship ever since."
Michelle from Bellevue

"I have not had a bad hair day since I found Lore! Not only is she the sweetest person you will ever meet, but she is an artist. She listens to what you want, and blends the colors to perfection. I am constantly asked who does my foil? I don't have a foil. The color she uses on my hair blends with my grey hair and it looks like a foil. I have watched her while she patiently straightens hair, and she is great with my curls also. Her cuts and trims are great, even my daughter Tami is now happy. I have referred many friends to her, and they have all called me to thank me. If you want a perfect cut and color, you have come to the right place."
Nussbaum from Issaquah

"*Great haircuts-precise and good advice "to cut or not to cut"
*I have had my hair straightened (to deal with wavy and frizzy hair) a couple times by Lore and LOVED IT-easy to manage, lasted for a good 9-10 months
*Since I am graying, I decided to do "low-lighting" to have a tri-color effect and it always came out great
*I really like Lore because I feel comfortable that she knows how to work with "Asian" hair as I think it really differs from other ethnicities...hair types.

And most of all-great conversation and friendships have developed!!
Patti from Bellevue

"I first heard about Lore through a friend. I absolutely love the haircuts and color I receive from her. She listens to what I want and gives her input to make me happy with the result each time I'm there. My curly hair has never looked so good!"
Cory from Bellevue

"Moving from the Bay Area in CA, I was desperately searching for a stylist who had the necessary training and experience to manage my curly and coarse hair. Lore has not only done a great job with my hair, but has openly made recommendations and offered feedback on what's working and not working! My hair has transformed since adopting her as my stylist. Also, Lore is honest and an overall good person which makes the experience of sitting in her chair enjoyable."
Rowena from Issaquah

"Lore has been cutting my hair for a few years, and I can't rave enough about her. She understands hair texture and style, she's meticulous, and she really listens to what you want. All her clients that I've seen come out looking great -- men and women, young and old, edgey and more conservative. And if you have challenging Asian hair like me, you will find her to be sent from heaven! In addition to being talented with hair, Lore has a heart of gold and she's loads of fun. I look forward to every appointment with her!!!"
Helen from Seattle

"I've been coming to Lore for thermal reconditioning for years. She's my miracle worker. When she's done, my hair becomes the kind of hair I've always wanted: silky, super shiny, and well-behaved. Before I came to her, I had a botched thermal reconditioning. The procedure takes skill, and Lore is a master. I recently had the Keratin Complex Therapy done. Again, I couldn't be more pleased."
Kasey from Woodinville

"Upbeat, outgoing, knowlegeable. These three words best describe Lore's warm personality and maintains my status as a long-time repeat client/customer. She keeps my hair fresh looking, healthy, and in style. I can always count on Lore to offer insightful suggestions and helpful advice pertaining to current hair styles and new coloring techniques. Not surprisingly, I am always happy with the results of Lore's skillful and creative work. Lore's the best - I have no doubt about it!"
Julie from Issaquah

"After well over fifteen years with a hair stylist back in my hometown, I dreaded the search for a new hair stylist upon my move to Washington. Understanding my fear, he recommended that I contact Lore. That was six years ago and it was the best advice ever!

Lore listens to what I want and knows just how to give me a new sassy look! She is very knowledgeable about coloring and thermal reconditioning. Lore is always professional, personable, and a very genuinely caring person."
Renee from Bellevue

"I've been going to Lore for 6 years for straight perm twice a year, and for her precision cuts and color. I absolutely would not trust anybody else with the thermal straight perm, because it is a difficult process to get it right and avoid damage and breakage. Lore is a prefectionist. My previously dry, kinky hair is now a breeze to style and maintain, looks perfect everyday rain or shine, and has never looked shinier or healthier."
Andria Senini
http://Etsylounge.blogspot.com

"I searched high and low on the Internet to find someone reputable and knowledgeable about Japanese Straight Perm. I lucked out when I found the fabulous Lore Shimamura. She is so precise, patient, and most of all she listens to her client. Lore makes me feel at home whenever she works her magic on my hair. I have such high respect for Lore's expertise about hair, compassion for people, and overall professionalism. You know you have found your Holy Grail stylist when complete strangers start asking you where you get your hair done.
Masha from Seattle