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Capristo Hair Salon and Day Spa

Expert Reviews of Capristo Hair Salon and Day Spa

Citysearch | Shadyside is fast getting a reputation as the salon hub of Pittsburgh.

Capristo is at the corner of Ellsworth and College Avenues, right next to Eons (an antique clothier you have to check out when you're finished spa-ing). It's bright and airy where it needs to be, and soft and...
citysearch.com - expert review - 08/18/2003
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User Reviews of Capristo Hair Salon and Day Spa

best cut and color around

If you go to Capristos ask for Breanne Kochmanski! The first time I went I was incredibly surprised that she spent as much time as she needed to on fixing my damaged hair. She was not in a hurry to rush me...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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Highly Recommend Kim!

I was referred to Kim by a good friend when my regular hair stylist (from another salon) moved away. Kim really knows her stuff! She takes time to talk with you and tells you what cut and color will look best...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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If you want great color - ask for Kim!

I recently moved to Pittsburgh and was apprehensive about having my hair cut and colored by someone new. I made an appointment with Kim and immediately felt at ease. She asked enough questions before she even...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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Great Service. Ask Kim to do your hair! She is the best!

Capristo Salon is a wonderful and classy salon. Kim, a young, fun hair stylist, has done my haircut, highlights, and layers for about five years, and has never ever done me wrong. I highly recommend her: I am...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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A wonderful experience

I recently made a visit to Capristo salon to have a redo. It was winter and I needed a pick me up desperately. I made the appointment to have make up, eye brow waxing and my first ever pedicure. Paula was my...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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Breanne - Best Stylist in Pittsburgh

Where to begin about this fabulous lady! I consider myself a picky client when it comes to most things. I'm not throwing the money around here, so I want to feel like im getting the professional service that...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Breanne Rocks!!!

Charismatic, personable, and talented is a small selection of the positive adjectives used in relation to Capristo's fantastic stylist, Breanne. When my stylist left the salon, I went through a few different...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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BETTER THAN NYC

My boyfriend lives in Pitt, (I live in the New York area) and I was in desperate need of a waxing. Hesitant to go anywhere in Pittsburgh I turned to citysearch.. I read reviews for Shelly and figured Id give...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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SHELLY WAS WORTH THE MONEY

I HAD BIKINI WAXES BEFORE AS WELL AS BRAZILIANS, SO I THOUGHT I WOULD GO TO A SALON CLOSE TO MY HOUSE. LET ME TELL YA THE EXPERIENCE WAS AWFUL. IT IS WORTH MY TIME AND MONEY TO GO SEE SHELLY. HER EXPERENCE AND...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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Kim is the best at Capristo!

My boyfriend got me a gift certificate to get my nails and hair done at Capristo before a formal event we were attending at my law school. Kim styled my hair for me and she did an amazing job. I went in, gave...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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SHELLY WAXES LIKE NO OTHER

First time at the salon, I went in for a brazilian wax and facial. Shelly knows what she is doing,. You would think there is not much to a brazilian wax. I have had this type of wax before, but I felt less...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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SHELLYS BRAZILIAN & FACIAL- Better than NYC!

I HIGHLY recommend Shelly. I am from NY & pay at least $250 for a brazilian & facial. I was referred to Shelly from my friend, and it was the best experience. She is very knowledgeable, professional, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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Best Eyebrows in Pittsburgh

I wouldn't trust anybody else in Pittsburgh, besides Lydia at Capristos, to do my eyebrows. She's been doing my brows for about two years, and every time she transforms them into an "eyebrow masterpiece"....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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Bad Experience Overall!

Absolute worst experience I have had at a salon. I was kept waiting for 35 minutes. No one apologized and the owner - Roman Capristo - who was cutting my hair, did not seem to notice he had left me waiting. No...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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Best hair stylist in Pittsburgh - Kim at Capristo!

I have been going to Capristo Salon for about 7 years now and would not dream of going anywhere else while I live in Pittsburgh. If you are looking for a salon/stylist, I would highly recommend going to Kim at...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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excellence

I wasn't sure if I was going to get good results after the last blog, however I took my chances as I needed a cut and color at a moments notice and they had an opening. I think that Roman did a wonderful job....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Overpriced cheesy salon

I had to wait for an hour for my appointment. I arrived 10 minutes earlier, and they did not tell me I would be waiting for an hour! Roman was the absolute worst, BORING! I asked him to cut layers, and he...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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Capristo's

Roman worked my flat, lifeless, damaged hair and gave me volume and more confidence. I'll definitely enlist his awesome services again. Shelly knows brazilian waxing like the back of her hand - (semi) painless...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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SHELLY DIDN'T DISAPPOINT

Shelly is definately the best BRAZILIAN WAXER. I read the reviews and decided to see if the hype about her was true, and I can honestly say it is. Shelly made me feel so comfortable and was so fast that the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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Great service

Roman did a great job coloring my hair. Everyone who dealt with me was so kind and friendly, which was just what I needed being new to Pittsburgh. After my asking about other services the salon offers at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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Best Beauty Salon in Pittsburgh

Capristo offers everything from manicures to Brazilian Hair Straightening. Roman Capristo is finally back from and LA and is the best highlighter in the city.
openlist - user review - 11/19/2007

Best Pittsburgh Salon

If you're looking for a salon in Pittsburgh, there's no better place than Capristo Salon on Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside. I like to make a whole event out of my visit there ... What i like to do once a month...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Excellent bikini waxes

Lydia gives the best Brazilian bikini waxes. She is quick, efficient and creates a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. She is the best in town!
citysearch.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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Absolutely Worth It

I've lived in Shadyside for five years and been to pretty much every salon at least once-- Roman at Capristo's is the best. No question. I have naturally curly hair that I straighten and Roman cuts it so it...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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breanne = my new favorite stylist

If you are looking for a new stylist, you havvve to try breanne. i decided to try her after 2 friends w/ amazing hair recommended her to me. i hadn't had my hair cut in over a year so it was in bad shape, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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BRAZILIAN WAX IN PITTSBURGH HAS EVOLVED THANKS TO SHELLY

Wow, how cool is Shelly at Capristo's. I have been waxing for years, but when my last girl moved out of town, I thought here I go again trying to find someone who can do a great Brazilian. Well I finally found...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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Brazilian wax in Pittsburgh just got better

I have been to many salons in the Burgh looking for the exact waxing service worth the high price. My search is over thanks to Shelly at Capristo. This girl is The Brazilian wax queen, I'm not even joking, she...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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Lydia Rocks!!!!

I just want to let everyone know that i had the best facial of my life outside of the super, super expensive LA /NYC circuit. They have the sweetest European lady that really knows what she's doing. Lydia...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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Capristo is the best because of Roman and Shelly!

I would highly recommend Capristo for any services. Roman is a genius when it comes to hair. He was able to envision what I wanted for my highlights and I am ecstatic with the outcome. I would say that of all...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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Friendly, but not worth the high prices

I went to try and get a hair cut when my regular salon was too busy and I needed somethign in an emergency. Proces were way too high and parking is impossible. I also had to get my nails done and wanted tips....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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Shelly is the best!!!

I wanted a brazilan wax for the longest time but I was so scared to do it. Finally after looking it up on the internet I came across Capristo and Shelly. So I scheduled my waxing and went there on a Friday...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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SHELLY THE BRAZILIAN WAXING QUEEN

I READ SHELLY'S REVIEWS AND DECIDED TO TRY HER OUT. I CAN HONESTLY TELL YOU WHAT YOU READ IS TRUE. HER GOOD REPUTATION WAS JUSTIFIED BY THE SERVICE SHE PERFORMED FOR ME. I FELT SO COMFORTABLE WITH HER AND A...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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nail love?

So, i went back to Capristos to get a holiday manicure. I have formerly said how muched i loved it. But, the girl i got this time didn't file my nails smooth, the polish was chipped that night and sge hardly...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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Waxing is a pain, but not from Shelly!

Not living in Pittsburgh, and having read a number of reviews of body waxing from Shelly, I decided to stop by on my way from Ohio to Baltimore and get my first ever professional waxing job. Other users could...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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BEST BRAZILIAN WAX AND FACIAL EVER

I HAD THE BEST BRAZILIAN WAX SERVICE AND FACIAL BY SHELLY. I JUST MOVED TO THE AREA AND DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT. SHELLY EXCEEDED ALL MY EXPECTATIONS. I WILL DEFINATLY BE BACK. VERY CLEAN AND MADE ME FEEL...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/01/2006
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BEST BRAZILIAN WAX EVER

THANKYOU SHELLY.....I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR A GREAT WAX JOB SINCE MOVING TO PITTSBURGH AND I FINALLY FOUND IT AT CAPRISTO. SHELLY WAS VERY FAST AND FREINDLY. I HAD A FACIAL BY HER AS WELL AND LOVED EVERY...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/01/2006
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This service was how much?

I usually get a manicure and pedicure monthly, "You know the $30 job, Whats the difference?". Anyway I thought maybe I would try something else. So the front desk scheduled me with this guy Marc. At first a...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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Beware!

A while back I went here- my friends took me as a birthday gift to have my haircolor lightened. Despite my repeatedly saying that my hair was fine and therefore, fragile, the stylist let the bleach sit in my...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/05/2006
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Roman Rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I was visiting Pittsburgh for only the night and was on my way to NYC. I only had a four hour window to find a suit and fit in a color and cut. I googled hair salons and found Capristo. It just so happened...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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Thanks for your new hire!

I am glad to see that Maicurist Marc J has found a new home at Capristo. Since finding him in Wexford, Pa. He has given me the best Mani/Pedi ever. I can't wait to get there for my monthly service. although it...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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capristo

I never thought guys had the option to get rid of their pubic hair until I met Shelly at Capristo. I'm a straight guy who always had to shave, not anymore. Shelly made me feel extremely comfortable and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2006
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GREAT WAXING, AND NAILS

SHELLY SMITH HAS BEEN DOING MY WAXING AND NAILS FOR A FEW YEARS NOW. I HAVE NEVER HAD SOMEONE AS PROFESSIONAL AS HER. SHE PAYS ATTENTION TO DETAILS AND IS ALWAYS CONCERNED ABOUT MAKING HER CUSTOMERS HAPPY. SHE...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/05/2006
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Waxing and Facials

I have been getting my legs waxed, and brazilian for a while now, and have never been happier when I switched to Capristo's. Compared to the place I used to go to, I would HIGHLY recommend Shelly for any type...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2006
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nails and waxing

I am a poor (laughs!) grad student at a nearby university. I heard through word of mouth that Capristos salon offered a variety of salon & spa services. I had an upcoming event to attend to and decided to try...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/04/2006
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brazilian and leg wax!

I just spent an hour with Shelly getting a brazilian and leg wax for the first time. She was amazing! She made me feel very comfortable, and did a wonderful job. The atmosphere is very comfortable... with a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2006
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Roman

if you are looking to get an AMAZING cut or color, roman is your man. he's great for updos as well. honestly, go to roman and you'll not only laugh the entire time because he's a riot, but you'll also leave...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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The best Brazilian wax

I would like to recomend Shelly at Capristo to anyone who would like a brazilian or any waxing service, for that matter. She was very qualified and made me feel very comfortable. The room was kept very...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/18/2006
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the hand-off

first visit. found reception area unorganized and distracting. who likes waiting where there are manicures being done? the reception area itself was an afterthought. no good, current reading material normally...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2005
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Rude Receptionist

I come in from out of town at least 6 times a year, and take my mother in for hair and nails because all of her friends go there. I've had several manicures and pedicures which were fine quality, but it's very...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2005
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who knew?

I usually have to go to New York to get a decent wax, but I just had THE BEST brazilian wax at this spa! Very clean, comfortable environment! Super efficient and detailed work! I also got a microdermabrasion...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/05/2004
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