Stories Behind Success: Think Natural — Where Hair Meets Soul in Nevada City

When you walk through the door of Think Natural, you instantly sense you’ve stepped into something more than just a salon. This is a sanctuary — a place where hair isn’t just styled, but celebrated; where scissors don’t just cut, but liberate; and where beauty isn’t manufactured, but revealed.

At the heart of it all is Jenn Archbold Whitecloud, a lifelong artist, healer, and visionary. Located at 207 N Pine St., Nevada City, CA, Think Natural is Nevada County’s organic hair sanctuary, specializing in natural haircuts, organic henna color, and a holistic approach that honors each client’s unique energy and beauty.

From Berkeley Roots to Nevada City Blossoms

Jenn’s journey began as a hippy kid growing up in Berkeley during the late ’60s and ’70s — an upbringing surrounded by artisans, educators, and the constant pulse of creativity. But when her early career in hairdressing collided with severe chemical sensitivity (dismissed at the time by doctors as “psychosomatic”), Jenn took matters into her own hands.

Her healing journey led her deep into natural practices, clean living, and a reconnection with the ancient art of henna. In 1991, she co-founded the first non-toxic salon in the country, paving the way for a revolution in clean beauty before “green beauty” was even a buzzword.

A Hair Experience Unlike Any Other

At Think Natural, Jenn offers much more than a haircut or color. She brings intention to every snip and every strand, working not to impose a preconceived style, but to uncover your hair’s natural movement and celebrate your organic beauty.

Through natural haircuts and organic plant-based color (including henna, companion herbs, and rich, earthy tones), Jenn invites clients into a profound, healing, and transformational experience. It’s about more than looking good — it’s about feeling aligned, authentic, and nourished.

More Than a Stylist — A Creative Soul

When Jenn’s not in the salon, you might find her practicing Japanese tea ceremonies, drinking gong fu cha, shaping clay into spirit-nature beings, gardening, or simply basking in the sun with her son Alex and their two fur babies. She’s also passionate about collaborating with local makers to bring handmade, nourishing hair products to the community.

Giving Back Through Gifted Services

In a beautiful gesture of community love, Jenn recently launched a monthly gifted services exchange — offering select free services to those who help spread the word. She shares updates on these opportunities across local social media pages each month, encouraging a ripple effect of joy.

Think Natural isn’t just a salon — it’s a celebration of your truest self!
Ready to experience hair artistry with soul?
Book an appointment, step inside, and let Jenn help you uncover the natural beauty you already hold.


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