Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hair Salon in San Jose | Special FX
At Special FX, we believe that your salon experience should be deeply personal. Since 1988, we have built lifelong relationships with our guests by prioritizing creativity, communication, and community. Our commitment to maintaining the integrity of your hair drives every service we provide. Our team of stylists undergoes rigorous training, both on-site and at prestigious global institutions, to ensure expertise in hair care. We collaborate closely with clients to achieve their desired looks using customized therapeutic treatments from Kerastase and Redken. Our salon culture emphasizes kindness, flexibility, and professional development, creating an environment where both clients and professionals thrive.Located in San Jose, we offer a welcoming space where guests feel heard and valued. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our guarantee: if you are not satisfied with your results, we will make it right at no additional cost. We prioritize work-life balance for our team and provide 24/7 guest support to accommodate client needs. Our services range from classic haircuts to advanced color correction and keratin treatments, tailored to meet diverse hair textures and styles.
Services
Haircut Packages
Hair Extensions
Color Correction
Keratin Treatments
Texture-Specific Styling
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Our stylists undergo rigorous training at prestigious global institutions.
- We offer customized therapeutic treatments from Kerastase and Redken.
- We provide 24/7 guest service support for client convenience.
- Our team culture prioritizes professional development and work-life balance.
- We guarantee all our work and will make it right at no additional cost.
Services
Haircut Packages
Special FX offers tailored haircut packages for all hair types, including classic, signature, and luxury options. Our stylists provide personalized consultations to determine the best cut and finish for your hair texture. Services include blowouts, curly finishes, and flat iron smoothing, ensuring a customized experience that meets individual needs and preferences.
Keratin Treatments
Our Keratin Anti-Frizz Blowout treatments deliver silky, smooth results lasting up to 3 months. The express option provides frizz control for 6 weeks and can be combined with color services. These treatments restore hair's moisture balance, reduce frizz, and enhance manageability, ideal for clients seeking long-lasting, polished styles.
Color Correction
Special FX specializes in correcting at-home hair dye mishaps, including brassy, orange, or damaged tones. Our colorists use professional products to assess hair condition and develop a plan to achieve your desired shade. The process involves repairing damage and balancing color tones for a natural, vibrant finish.
Texture Packages
Designed for curly and coily hair, these packages include deep conditioning treatments, detangling, and custom styling. Services like the Wash + Go and Luxury Blowout focus on moisture restoration and defining curls, ensuring clients receive tailored care that enhances their natural texture while maintaining scalp health.
Service Enhancements
Enhance your salon experience with add-ons like brow shaping, facial hair removal, and Redken Acidic Color Gloss treatments. These services complement haircuts and color work, providing finishing touches that elevate your overall look. Cooling eye gels and other enhancements target specific concerns for a polished, refreshed appearance.
People
Denise Tucci
Level 1 Stylist
Denise Tucci is a dedicated Level 1 Stylist at Special FX, committed to delivering personalized hair care. With a focus on client satisfaction, she collaborates closely with guests to achieve their desired looks while adhering to our salon's standards of excellence.
Heath
Shareholder / Level 5 Stylist
Heath, a Shareholder and Level 5 Stylist, brings extensive expertise to Special FX. His advanced skills in hair styling and color correction contribute to the salon's reputation for high-quality service. Heath mentors junior stylists and ensures clients receive top-tier care.
Holly
Shareholder / Level 4 Stylist
Holly, a Shareholder and Level 4 Stylist, plays a key role in maintaining Special FX's standards. She specializes in texture-specific styling and provides training to team members, ensuring consistent service quality across all client interactions.
Juliana
Guest Services Manager/Leadership / Level 1 Stylist
Juliana serves as Guest Services Manager and Level 1 Stylist, overseeing client relations and frontline operations. Her leadership ensures a welcoming environment, while her styling skills contribute to the salon's commitment to personalized service.
Denise
President / Level 6 Stylist
Denise, President and Level 6 Stylist, leads Special FX with a vision rooted in creativity and community. Her advanced expertise and leadership drive the salon's growth, while her hands-on approach ensures clients receive exceptional hair care tailored to their needs.
Questions
What services does Special FX offer?
Special FX provides haircuts, color correction, keratin treatments, texture-specific styling, and service enhancements like brow shaping and eye gels.
Are walk-ins accepted?
Yes, walk-ins are welcome during our regular business hours.
What is the cancellation policy?
We require 24 hours' notice for cancellations. Missed appointments or late cancellations may incur a 50% charge.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes, we guarantee all services. If you're unsatisfied, we'll correct it at no additional cost.
What are your hours of operation?
We're open Monday 9am-6pm, Tue-Fri 9am-9pm, Saturday 8:30am-5pm, and Sunday 11am-5pm.
Reviews (6)
Jon S.
Jan 09, 2022
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My usual salon was booked so I came here for a haircut. The receptionist was in a hurry over the phone booking the appointment; misquoting me, getting the time wrong, etc. That was strange because there was only one other customer when I arrived, so I'm not sure what her frantic rush was over the phone. The cut was on the same level as a great clips haircut; uneven, long strands of hair sticking out, missed areas that needed cut, etc. Not worth the 50 dollar price tag whatsoever. My stylist seemed like she was under the influence of something, acting very strange. Definitely not returning
Good M.
Dec 30, 2021
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This place rocks! We have been coming here for a while now and the service is always incredible. Heath does amazing work with my girlfriends curly hair. And as a man I am always reluctant to have anyone wax my brow. But I've finally found my go to place. Thanks so much for being awesome.
Gretchen C.
Nov 10, 2021
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Been calling for days to make an appointment. No one ever answers or returns calls. Also if you try to schedule it online it says to call so if your suppose to call and no one answers how are you suppose to make an appointment. Super frustrating
Emma N.
Oct 30, 2021
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The first time coming here was such a great experience. The front girl with purple hair was very helpful. Thats why I decided to come here again but I run into a terrible service with Heath.
1. Yelled at me because I book through 3rd party app instead of their official website( just like using DoorDash vs. call the restaurant directly)
2. I book the same service, it was much shorter this time and they skipped a important step(hair steam) and lie to me they never have it
Honestly I want to give 0 star if possible. But consider the first time service was good. Im fine with 1 star
1. Yelled at me because I book through 3rd party app instead of their official website( just like using DoorDash vs. call the restaurant directly)
2. I book the same service, it was much shorter this time and they skipped a important step(hair steam) and lie to me they never have it
Honestly I want to give 0 star if possible. But consider the first time service was good. Im fine with 1 star
Prathusha R.
Sep 12, 2021
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I've been here with a motive to chop my very long hair, which started bothering with Matt knots. I was very lucky to have Racheal for my appointment . She was professional and patient carefully removed knots saved my hair without chopping . She loves what she does and is Sooper friendly. Very reasonable charge too,.
I'd go back for trying other spa options . Highly recommend Rachael and the salon.
I'd go back for trying other spa options . Highly recommend Rachael and the salon.
Karen M.
Aug 18, 2021
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My daughter loves coming to Fx for her hair. She's only 10 but she's been getting her hair cuts here by Jessica did the past couple of years and she's done a great job every time. Recently we came to Jessica asking for purple highlights to frame her face. Jessica knew what to do and how to make it subtle yet fitting for her age. She's so great with my little girl and I can't recommend her enough!
