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The hair stylists at DeKwa, elements of hair, know the importance of image, style and substance. After all, our Boston salon was designed under the influence and direction of the 4,000-year-old Chinese art of feng shui.
The hair stylists at DeKwa believe in creating an image and style that works for you. Whether you want to prepare for that important business meeting or fashion the latest hair trends seen in Paris, London and New York, our stylists can give you the look you crave. To ensure your satisfaction, complimentary consultations are available if you are unsure which direction you would like to go with your hair.
Call today for an appointment and let our stylists at DeKwa, elements of hair transform your look in a harmonious environment. Not only do we provide regular cut and blowdry services, our stylists also specialize in Japanese hair straightening and scalp treatments.
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Customer Reviews (116 reviews)
debra stark
on Citysearch Nov 25, 2009When you have a great haircut, you can wear rags or riches and always look terrific. When you have someone who knows hair, who can look at your face and complement it with a cut that looks as good on day 45 as it does on day 1,... (more)
jbrady177
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2009I am very particular about my personal appearance and have been to many salons in and out of Boston. Since I found Betty, my hair has been fabulous. Ever since I started going to Betty, even strangers compliment the... (more)
Sonyas
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2009I just got the Brazilian Keratin treatment done for the second time at DeKwa. It was great, my hair came out so nice. And the great thing is that it didnt even damage my hair because it was a subsitute for flomohydrat.... (more)
Julie K
on Citysearch Sep 27, 2009I recently had the pleasure of having my hair cut and highlighted by Deneen at Dekwa Elements of Hair. In the past at other salons I've had to give more description of the color I wanted, yet, never really quite got the... (more)
AmandaKosko
on Citysearch Sep 18, 2009f you are thinking about going to see KYLE, RUN DON'T WALK! I got a Locks of Love hair cut and I was very nervous as I have always had long hair. Kyle made it simple and easy, and made me laugh the whole time. Cut four pony... (more)
amylaweresq
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009I came to Betty wearing a baseball hat every time she saw me for hair color. One day she told me that if I did the Yuko Japanese Hair Relaxer, I could have the long, silky hair I had always desired...rather than the course,... (more)
Momi
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009I was ready to cut off the long hair I have had all of my life. It is EXTREMELY nappy, frizzy and completely unruly. When I was younger, my hair was naturally curly but as I got older the curls turned to ugly frizz. I called... (more)
AH058
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009I started going to Betty well before she moved to Dekwa. My entire family, 3 of my friends, even my boss goes to her for color, cuts, relaxers, conditioning treatments, and the best blowdry ever! I started doing the... (more)
horriblehair
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2009Back in October (9 months ago) I did the Japanese hair strightening with Betty. I did my research and thought about this for years.....and was extremely disappointed with the outcome. I hesitated to write anything... (more)
bostongal3
on Citysearch Jun 22, 2009My experience with Betty was horrible. First of all, the girl at the front desk quoted me one price but once I got in the salon on the day of the appointment Betty quote a much higher price. She promised me I would just have... (more)
katlync
on Citysearch May 24, 2009I have had the same haircut/style for the last 8 years and was in desperate need of a change. I did lots of research b/c I have curly hair and didnt want to just go anywhere. I found DeKwa and Kyle on citysearch and decided... (more)
fuzzyLogic
on Citysearch May 02, 2009Kwan has been my stylist for quite a while now, probably about 5+ years. She is truly a great stylist and obviously very skilled and knowledgeable in her chosen profession. What makes me keep going back to Kwan is her... (more)
davewohlgemuth
on Citysearch Apr 25, 2009I have been a client of Deneen's for close to 10 years and have never had a bad experience while at the salon. She always gives me a great haircut and engages me in fine conversation. I am always greeted with smiles from... (more)
hkboston
on Citysearch Apr 25, 2009My hair has always been just ok. But since I have started coming to Deneen people are constantly complimenting me on my hair style -- even this past week 2 days before I was getting my haircut again after 3 months. That... (more)
purpleorchid89
on Citysearch Mar 12, 2009I was so excited to go to DeKwa after all the reviews I has read, but it was so disappointing for me. I wanted a big change, nice and stylish, and all I got was shorter hair. Seriously. It just looked like my old hair but much... (more)
rezel
on Citysearch Jan 09, 2009I got a terrible cut from Kwan... very disappointing. She did the opposite of what I asked for and it is just the worst cut I have ever had. I'd have someone fix it but it needs to grow before I can do that... fortunately my... (more)
phdbride
on Citysearch Dec 15, 2008I am so late in posting this that I am embarassed. Anyway, Kyle gave me a great cut back in September after I gave up 10 inches of my hair. What did I end up with? Something I can style into business chic or Gwen Stefani Rave... (more)
clmm
on Citysearch Sep 26, 2008I have been a client at Dekwa for two years and couldn't be happier! Annie is my colorist and Ingrid my stylist and both are truly artists! The staff are always fun and welcoming. If you're looking for a stylist that... (more)
SofiaP
on Citysearch Sep 25, 2008I just had my first haircut at Dekwa. My cut was done by Deneen and it is without any doubt the best haircut I have ever gotten on this side of the Atlantic. I have fairly thick, semi-straight hair, and Deened did a... (more)
Elanabeth
on Citysearch Sep 08, 2008For the past 3 years I was growing out my hair to donate to Locks of Love. When I finally decided to get the cut done, I chose DeKwa as I knew that they were one of the salons that would send the hair to Locks of Love for me. So... (more)
luvtravel
on Citysearch Jul 30, 2008I've been going to Kwan at Dekwa for the past 7+ years and she's quite amazing. I get my color and cut there. She's great with hair for asian women who have straight hair. Mine just lays there. But after a cut with Kwan, I... (more)
llBarry
on Citysearch Jun 13, 2008It is never fun to think about covering greys, spending a chunk of your hard earned $ and fearing a bad cut. HOWEVER, all these worries go right out the window at DeKwa. I was forced to relax and have fun. No choice. All the... (more)
SugarPhotog
on Citysearch May 15, 2008There is only one word to describe Kyle and his styling: FABULOUS! I went to him to donate my hair to Locks of Love. It is a very delicate process, because it means a drastic haircut. But the reviews on CitySearch lived up... (more)
kaitlynchu143
on Citysearch May 05, 2008This place was such a nightmare! to start with don't believe there reviews!!!!!! They pushed me into buying products that i really didnt need and i bought them anyway because i felt bad. i asked for a side bangs and... (more)
sarah2108
on Citysearch Mar 30, 2008I tried out DeKwa recently for the first time after reading so many incredible reviews. Once I got to the salon I was a little disappointed to see that they bribe customers to post reviews with the promise of a free hair... (more)
Diana001
on Citysearch Mar 21, 2008This is my third time at the salon and every experience has been great. I got the Yoko hair straightening treatment and is the best thing I've ever done. My hair is naturally wavy so I always had to dry my hair and use the... (more)
rkissel
on Citysearch Mar 02, 2008I donated my hair to Locks of Love a while ago - and have been meaning to write a review. Kyle did an amazing job and I love my haircut. I got many comments and will certainly go back to him. Highly recommended.... (more)
ep919
on Citysearch Feb 29, 2008After reading some reviews, I decided to come here to get a perm. For the most part, I liked it. The space is very modern but a little small. I really liked it and it definitely didn't come out too curly, but it didn't last... (more)
nikkisue512
on Citysearch Feb 21, 2008Ingrid recently cut my hair for locks of love and I had a fabulous experience. For almost 8 years I had very long hair so to cut it short was definitely a nerve-wracking experience. Ingrid was very comforting before and... (more)
SurferGirl36
on Citysearch Feb 13, 2008I received a GREAT hair cut - so cute and so stylish! Deneen is an amazing sylist - very talented. If you are looking for a change or a maintenance cut I give high recommendations to Deneen !! The salon is great too. It has a... (more)
blueskylar18
on Citysearch Feb 08, 2008A couple of weeks ago, I decided to donate my hair for Locks of Love. Upon moving to Boston this summer, I had yet to find a stylist in the area. I found Dekwa on the internet because of the free and inexpesive haircuts they... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 07, 2007DeKwa Elements of Hair is located on Newbury Street in Boston. It has great atmosphere and it's not uptight like most salons on Newbury Street. Everyone is very welcoming at DeKwa. You'll find some of the best in the... (more)
lmb7373
on Citysearch Dec 03, 2007I recently had my hair cut for Locks of Love at the DeKwa Salon. Kyle was excellent! My hair looks fantastic, and I've had nothing but compliments. Kyle is personable, and full of wit and humor. I enjoyed the atmosphere... (more)
kpcasey
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2007My experience at DeKwa was great. I had my hair cut by Deneen (who also is a co-owner of the salon) and she was fantastic! I went there hoping for something new and different with my hair (it has been long, straight and... (more)
jentaggart
on Citysearch Oct 08, 2007So i got a yuko done by betty several weeks ago and it was amazing!!!! where it used to take me 45 mins-1hr to straighten my out of control curls it now takes 10 minutes max! i wash my hair before i go to bed, get up and run a... (more)
cheryl88
on Citysearch Sep 28, 2007Betty is truly an amazing hairdresser, with multiple specialties. I have had a range of services done by her, including make-up, extensions, and color. She is so passionate about what she does, you can tell she loves... (more)
gonzales23
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2007since I been doing my hair With Betty ,I feel free I can do what ever I want with my hair and is so easy.She cut it last 4 weeks and still looking fenomenal///.She is amazing ,I love you Betty you are the Best,,,,Should win... (more)
hayleyt
on Citysearch Jun 27, 2007I did some research on free or reduced price places that cut hair for Locks of Love and came across DeKwa. I called and made and appointment with Kyle (the one who does the LoL cuts). I was nervous going in because it had... (more)
alissa1144
on Citysearch Jun 06, 2007I wanted to donate my hair again to LOL and I saw great reviews about Kyle and so I decided to give him a try. I have curly hair and it was shorter than it has been in the past when I've donated it so I was pretty nervous. I... (more)
jlee0912
on Citysearch May 15, 2007How many ways can you say AWESOME and GREAT? Well, a friend introduced me to Kyle, and it was love at first site!!! Kyle has yet to disappoint! Trust me when I say that many hair salons I've been to do not know how to handle... (more)
finche23
on Citysearch May 08, 2007I went to Dekwa to see Kyle for a locks of Love haircut. He was amazing. I was a bit nervous at first but kyle was very nice and he made me feel completely at ease. He cut off the 10" inches and what he did with the left over hair... (more)
linseyrose7
on Citysearch May 08, 2007I ve been going to the same stylist for long time until i found Betty, she do my friends hair for more than 7 years since she was in Hair Fx working ,and always had an excuse to not go for some reason,until cople days ago i... (more)
dublin32
on Citysearch May 05, 2007I went to Kyle at DeKwa recently to donate my hair for locks for love. I grew my hair long enough that I would not end up with a really short cut. We discussed what I wanted and he said he would keep the lenght which made me... (more)
mitchelle30
on Citysearch May 01, 2007I went to the DeKwa for my first hair cut & color for the first time in Boston. Before i came to Boston i was living in New York City. I thought that i would get a new style for my new job in Boston.One of my friends told me to go... (more)
teenycc
on Citysearch Mar 28, 2007Betty, the trained Yuko specialist, is truly an artist - I had unruly curly hair, and she literally transformed it! All it took was 4 hours out of my day and suddenly I had shiny STRAIGHT locks! I had been other places to... (more)
heathergoss
on Citysearch Mar 19, 2007Last week, my beautiful daughter with gorgeous very long, blond hair informed me that it was time that she donate her hair to Locks of Love. As her mother, I was terrified. She had always been known for her hair and how... (more)
hellobecky414
on Citysearch Mar 16, 2007I'm so glad I found Kyle! I moved to Boston to go to college and I needed to find a new hairstylist. I researched some salons and found the DeKwa had the most reasonable prices and the nicest atmosphere. Kyle has cut and... (more)
mandini20
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2007I got my hair cut by Kyle for Locks of Love...that means it's free! He was super nice and understanding since cutting off 10 inches of my hair was not the easiest thing to do. He made the process as painless as possible and... (more)
ivy34
on Citysearch Mar 08, 2007i found the best stylist in town ,BETTY ..she is great I call her "The FAIRYHAIR",she make your dreams comes true ,about hair she is the best //go to see her in DEKWA on Newbury ST.."good location"//////... (more)
desousa
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2007i love the experience in Dekwa, best hairstylist ,,,,,go to see BETTY, or Beatriz Hawes,for color definitly,for cut fabulous,,the style blowdry she is the best..... (more)