Chloe's Carousel - A Cut Above for Kids

The 22-month old girl's previous haircut had been deeply traumatic. She had squirmed, kicked, cried and bitten her lip until it bled. Mom was not looking forward to a repeat performance. "We specialize in children," reassured Judy Kreitzer, owner of the newly opened Chloe's Carousel, a Rancho Bernardo salon for youngsters and their families. Within minutes the child was surrounded by toys and serenely watched a movie as the beautician trimmed away. "I wanna give you hug," the toddler told Judy at the conclusion. Tears of appreciation welled up in the mother's eyes. Such is an example of why this family-sensitive salon came into being. "We wanted to create a salon that would be a great place for family and fellowship," said Kreitzer, a devout Christian. "The Lord has given this as ministry to help people, and to make the salon a fun experience." Children see Chloe's Carousel as a place to play and explore their surroundings. Judy and her husband Kevin have created a child-safe environment with television screens at work areas, video PlayStations and places with thought-provoking toys, games and other equipment. They even have a room specially designed where autistic children with sensory needs can feel safe. Parents find Chloe's Carousel refreshing in different ways. "Moms who can't find a babysitter love to bring their kids. They can play while mom gets her haircut. Whole families love it, too," reported Judy, a beautician and cosmetologist. , was designed with a Renaissance theme. "That means rebirth," she proclaimed, as she draws attention to period-sensitive d