Let me tell if you want exceptional hair, Paul is the person to go to!!!
Once I decided to get Japanese straightening done, I researched all the salons in Vancouver looking for a place that can do it without damaging my hair. After 3 weeks of search, it became clear that Paul at Russ's salon is the best based on all the reviews and comments I got, so I called him for an appointment and was pleasantly surprised at how professional and helpful he was even over the phone! I had a specific budget in mind for the straightening, Paul understood that right away, gave me a reasonable quote ahead of the appointment and booked me early in the morning just so I can make it in time to a commitment I had in the afternoon. The whole process took about 3 hours in total, Paul was proficient in every step and focused on my hair while I relaxed and read a book. I have a curly and very frizzy hair, so my expectations were not big and yet, once I saw the result I couldn't believe it!!! Paul worked a MAGIC on my hair, as you can see in the pictures, I came in with a messy head and came out with a SMOOTH, STRAIGHT & WONDERFULLY LOOKING HAIR!!! I'm so so happy that I did my research and chose Paul, you can trust with all confidence that he'll do an awesome job because he acts and works like an EXPERT!! I'm 100% sure that I found my dream hairdresser, everyone go to Paul, YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!
Y
Apr 2025
It's my first time to try a Japanese brand of hair care treatment and my hair feels healthier and less frizzy, Paul's techniques always satisfy me!
Angeli D.
Apr 2025
I love how my hair turned out! From frizzy, wavy hair to a short, cute bob ❤️ thanks Paul for your magic!
Highly recommended for someone looking for Japanese hair straightening ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heer Champaneri
Apr 2025
I got a Japanese hair straightening treatment done by Paul, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, Paul was incredibly detailed and attentive. He took the time to understand my hair type and made sure every step of the process was done with care and precision. My hair went from frizzy and unmanageable to sleek, smooth, and beautifully straight. Not only does it look amazing, but it feels healthier too. Paul truly knows what he’s doing and makes the whole experience comfortable and relaxing. Highly recommend him if you’re considering Japanese hair straightening – he’s a pro!
Aisha Magsi
Jan 2025
Paul did japanese hair straightening for me and I am VERY impressed! I’ve been getting my hair chemically straightened by different stylists every year and Paul has by far done the best job. He tailored the treatment to my hair type (frizzy indian hair) to minimize damage while ensuring my hair is straight and smooth. He made sure the roots still have some volume so the hair is not stick straight and sticking to my scalp, and that makes SUCH A DIFFERENCE to making it look natural! He was also very meticulous throughout the entire process. Since the ends of my hair were already straight from the last time I got the treatment done, he offered to do a protein treatment on the ends so that they looked healthy and even with the rest of my hair. No other stylists had offered this to me in the past. He seems to be a true expert in the field!! I hope to continue getting my hair straightened by Paul going forward.
Z
Jan 2025
Paul is very detail oriented and with communicative. I like his Japanese straight perm on my fringe and would like to try another treatment next time!
Mandy Jong
Dec 2024
I got Japanese hair straightening done by Paul and I am super satisfied with the results! I have thick and frizzy Asian hair and he was able to make it look sleek and smooth by the end of the session. Paul is very kind and attentive, making sure I was comfortable at all times! It’s been a few weeks now and I’ve washed my hair several times, after blowing drying my hair is still straight and smooth with no frizz. I’m just so happy with how low maintenance my hair is now and would definitely trust Paul to do my hair again!
Bronwyn Oshust
Aug 2024
So glad I got my hair straightened by Paul!
My super-fine hair is kind of delicate and easily turns to straw, so I'd held off for years on straight-perming my chaos curls. Paul's reviews looked great with all kinds of hair types, so I took the plunge-- it turned out perfectly! I can finally skip the iron (and even the dryer) in the morning, yet it's just as strong and healthy as it was when I went in--and even a bit softer!
Paul's skilled, efficient, organised, and a clear communicator, making the experience reassuring and stress-free from beginning to end :)
Note: he works out of Yusaf's salon as of writing this review; contact him directly for bookings
Specialties: Japanese hair straightening
Hair type: Dark strawberry blonde to golden brown; fine Caucasian texture; naturally mix of 2B to 3B curls
Melina Yari
Jul 2024
I never had Japanese straightening before. I searched and searched till I found Paul. He is amazing, very detail-oriented and you can tell he loves his job! I waited to wash my hair and see how my hair turns out. After air-drying my hair, it is same as the picture! I am happy with every dollar spent! It is totally worth it. Saves time from straightening and blow drying, and in the long run I think my hair will revive. I do highly recommend if you are having doubts, do it!!! Dont think twice!
Requested style: Japanese straightening
Ashley Bromilow
Dec 2023
I’m so unbelievably happy with the results, he’s an absolute professional in every way. I travelled 4 hours to see him and I am so happy I found him and trusted him to do my hair I would recommend him to anyone
S.C
Let me tell if you want exceptional hair, Paul is the person to go to!!!
Once I decided to get Japanese straightening done, I researched all the salons in Vancouver looking for a place that can do it without damaging my hair. After 3 weeks of search, it became clear that Paul at Russ's salon is the best based on all the reviews and comments I got, so I called him for an appointment and was pleasantly surprised at how professional and helpful he was even over the phone! I had a specific budget in mind for the straightening, Paul understood that right away, gave me a reasonable quote ahead of the appointment and booked me early in the morning just so I can make it in time to a commitment I had in the afternoon. The whole process took about 3 hours in total, Paul was proficient in every step and focused on my hair while I relaxed and read a book. I have a curly and very frizzy hair, so my expectations were not big and yet, once I saw the result I couldn't believe it!!! Paul worked a MAGIC on my hair, as you can see in the pictures, I came in with a messy head and came out with a SMOOTH, STRAIGHT & WONDERFULLY LOOKING HAIR!!! I'm so so happy that I did my research and chose Paul, you can trust with all confidence that he'll do an awesome job because he acts and works like an EXPERT!! I'm 100% sure that I found my dream hairdresser, everyone go to Paul, YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!
Y
It's my first time to try a Japanese brand of hair care treatment and my hair feels healthier and less frizzy, Paul's techniques always satisfy me!
Angeli D.
I love how my hair turned out! From frizzy, wavy hair to a short, cute bob ❤️ thanks Paul for your magic!
Highly recommended for someone looking for Japanese hair straightening ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heer Champaneri
I got a Japanese hair straightening treatment done by Paul, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, Paul was incredibly detailed and attentive. He took the time to understand my hair type and made sure every step of the process was done with care and precision. My hair went from frizzy and unmanageable to sleek, smooth, and beautifully straight. Not only does it look amazing, but it feels healthier too. Paul truly knows what he’s doing and makes the whole experience comfortable and relaxing. Highly recommend him if you’re considering Japanese hair straightening – he’s a pro!
Aisha Magsi
Paul did japanese hair straightening for me and I am VERY impressed! I’ve been getting my hair chemically straightened by different stylists every year and Paul has by far done the best job. He tailored the treatment to my hair type (frizzy indian hair) to minimize damage while ensuring my hair is straight and smooth. He made sure the roots still have some volume so the hair is not stick straight and sticking to my scalp, and that makes SUCH A DIFFERENCE to making it look natural! He was also very meticulous throughout the entire process. Since the ends of my hair were already straight from the last time I got the treatment done, he offered to do a protein treatment on the ends so that they looked healthy and even with the rest of my hair. No other stylists had offered this to me in the past. He seems to be a true expert in the field!! I hope to continue getting my hair straightened by Paul going forward.
Z
Paul is very detail oriented and with communicative.
I like his Japanese straight perm on my fringe and would like to try another treatment next time!
Mandy Jong
I got Japanese hair straightening done by Paul and I am super satisfied with the results! I have thick and frizzy Asian hair and he was able to make it look sleek and smooth by the end of the session. Paul is very kind and attentive, making sure I was comfortable at all times! It’s been a few weeks now and I’ve washed my hair several times, after blowing drying my hair is still straight and smooth with no frizz. I’m just so happy with how low maintenance my hair is now and would definitely trust Paul to do my hair again!
Bronwyn Oshust
So glad I got my hair straightened by Paul!
My super-fine hair is kind of delicate and easily turns to straw, so I'd held off for years on straight-perming my chaos curls. Paul's reviews looked great with all kinds of hair types, so I took the plunge-- it turned out perfectly! I can finally skip the iron (and even the dryer) in the morning, yet it's just as strong and healthy as it was when I went in--and even a bit softer!
Paul's skilled, efficient, organised, and a clear communicator, making the experience reassuring and stress-free from beginning to end :)
Note: he works out of Yusaf's salon as of writing this review; contact him directly for bookings
Specialties: Japanese hair straightening
Hair type: Dark strawberry blonde to golden brown; fine Caucasian texture; naturally mix of 2B to 3B curls
Melina Yari
I never had Japanese straightening before. I searched and searched till I found Paul. He is amazing, very detail-oriented and you can tell he loves his job! I waited to wash my hair and see how my hair turns out. After air-drying my hair, it is same as the picture! I am happy with every dollar spent! It is totally worth it. Saves time from straightening and blow drying, and in the long run I think my hair will revive. I do highly recommend if you are having doubts, do it!!! Dont think twice!
Requested style: Japanese straightening
Ashley Bromilow
I’m so unbelievably happy with the results, he’s an absolute professional in every way. I travelled 4 hours to see him and I am so happy I found him and trusted him to do my hair I would recommend him to anyone