Meet Our Experts!
The Salon Bliss team consists of many talented professionals.
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Management Team
Lisa – Salon Proprietor
Lisa has three decades of experience in the beauty industry. She began her career in the industry as a Nail Technician and continues to service some of her original, loyal clients. Lisa is a graduate of Carthage College where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Business Administration.
Lisa loves the salon atmosphere and especially loves Salon Bliss mission statement… Beauty, Love, Integrity, Serenity and Sharing. She enjoys giving back to the community by involving her salon in events such as Relay for Life, Earth Day, Breast Cancer, and the Gurnee Days Parade.
Lisa strongly feels education is the core of success and consistently encourages her staff to further educate themselves in the industry. She really enjoys coaching her staff to exceed in their career. She is constantly thinking of ways to grow and promote Salon Bliss. Also, she knows how important it is to reward their loyal clientele. They have a point program – Bliss Beauty Points, monthly website specials, weekly email offers, and much more.
When Lisa is not at the salon she loves spending time with her husband and two sons! Lisa always welcomes any questions, comments or suggestions; she considers her clients and her staff like family. And she hopes that your visit to Salon Bliss far exceeds your expectations!
Lisa
Salon Proprietor
Judy – Salon Manager
Judy
Salon Manager
Nicole – Salon Assistant Manager
Bio coming soon.
Nicole
Salon Assistant Manager
Opal – Salon Coordinator
Opal is the best! Not only is Opal our “Mom” of the salon…she is a personal friend of the owner, Lisa Ruley, and was also Lisa’s very first client when she started doing nails three decades ago! Opal is instrumental in the success of Salon Bliss!
She gives an amazing shampoo, she orders everything for our stylist team to ensure that our clients receive an amazing service and is the best baker in town!
She always makes sure their are delicious treats on our coffee bar that she has baked herself! And don’t miss out at the Holidays when Opal truly out does herself with her Christmas cookies.
Opal
Salon Coordinator
Lisa Nicole
Client Service Representative Manager
Client Service Representatives
Alexa
Client Service Representative
April
Client Service Representative
Ola – Client Service Representative
Bio coming soon.
Ola
Client Service Representative
Brian
Client Service Representative
Britt – Client Service Representative
Bio coming soon.
Britt
Client Service Representative
Meghan – Salon Support
Meghan loves her support position at Salon Bliss. She is a Warren Township High school graduate and loves sports. She is a Special Olympics Gold medalist in Bocce ball and Swimming. Meghan also loves golf and Cheerleading. In addition to her job at Salon Bliss, she works at Great Lakes Naval Base for Goodwill Industries.
Meghan
Salon Support
Styling Team
Tanja
Position: Stylist Manager / Stylist / L’Oreal Professionnel Educator/ Microblading Artist/ Make-up Artist
Length of Experience: Since 2004
Service Philosophy: My canvas is hair. My style is fearless. I believe that as a colorist, I create painting on a living, moving canvas… although admittedly it’s a canvas that has an opinion! I believe that shape is created by the equal marriage of cut and color. The color sculpts the cut. The cut is determined by head shape and so is color placement. So I move far beyond simply covering white or covering roots. I actually use color to create the illusion of texture, density and movement. I am an innovative stylist dedicated to making the ordinary extraordinary through vision and creative techniques. I have ability to combine creativity with wear ability. Hair is essential to beauty and the craft of hairdressing is what I am all about.
Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, especially my two adorable boys! Being from Bosnia, I have a strong connection with my customary traditions and enjoy Serbian dancing! I get my inspiration from reading fashion icon books!
Services Offered: Color, Highlighting, Artistic Color and Highlighting, Balayage, Corrective Color, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Razor and Clipper Cutting, Razor Layering on long hair, Taming Cowlicks, Curly Hair Razoring, Clipper Cutting on long hair, Makeup Application
Career Enhancements:
• 1998-Theater Makeup in Winnipeg, Canada
• 2004-Worked on television, preparing hair and makeup for makeovers and talk shows on Wisconsin’s Milwaukee Channel 4 WTMJ.
• 2005-Razor Fundamentals with Nick Arrojo (from the hit show “What Not To Wear”) & “Cutting From the Finish” (dry hair cutting)
• 2006-“Color and Know Why” 5-day color class in NYC, 5th Ave. Redken Exchange
• Color America with Beth Minardi
• 2008-Hair Color Unplugged with Patrick McIvor of NYC, Aquage Pure Forms Haircutting, L’Oreal Texture Expert Event & Balayage In Salon Training
• 2009-REDKEN Certification – 5th Avenue NYC, L’Oreal Professionel Certification, L’Oreal Professionel 2 day Master Series, L’Oreal Professional Texture Expert,
Professional Memberships:
• NCA (National Cosmetology Association)
• CI (Cosmetologists Illinois)
• The Powder Group (Makeup Association)
• MAC Pro (professional makeup artist members)
Tanja
Stylist Manager / Stylist / L’Oreal Professionnel Educator/ Microblading Artist/ Make-up Artist
Amanda
Position: Stylist / Nail Technician
Length of Experience: Since 2010
Service Philosophy: I strive to exceed my client’s expectations and make sure that each client has an amazing experience! I also want to make sure that they leave with a look that makes them feel good inside and out. I have a passion for this industry and I love keeping up to date with all the trends. I absolutely love doing any type of braiding.
Personal Interests: In my free time I love to take any yoga class I can! I also adore spending time with my sons and husband!
Services Offered: Color (Balayage and Ombre), High/Lowlighting, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Children’s Cuts, Nick Arrojo’s American Wave, Classic Perms, Kerasilk Smoothing Treatment, Retexturizing Services, Bridal Styles/Updo’s, Braiding, Make-up, Manicures and Pedicures, and No-chip Manicures and Pedicures
Career Enhancements:
• Certified in Nick Arrojo’s American Wave
• Kerasilk Smoothing Class with Goldwell
• Transformation Education with Bumble&Bumble
• Aveda Styles for Texturized Hair Class with TIppi Shorter
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Class
• L’Oreal Color Class
• Trending Styles Class with Bumble & Bumble
Amanda D.
Stylist / Nail Technician
Amanda Grace
Position: Stylist / Nail Technician
Amanda Grace
Stylist / Nail Technician
Bri
Position: Stylist
Length of Experience: Since 2011
Service Philosophy: My goal is to make sure my guests have an overall great experience here at Salon Bliss. I truly love making my clients feel and look amazing! When my client is feel amazing, I feel amazing too! I listen thoroughly to each one of my guests in order to give them the exact look they desire. I believe continuing my education is extremely important in my career because the industry and trends are constantly changing.
Services Offered: Color services, High/lowlights, Woman’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Razor Cuts, Nick Arrojo’s American Wave, Bridal Style/Updo’s, Manicures and Pedicures, No-chip Manicures and Pedicures, and Make-up
Career Enhancements:
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Class
• Certified in Nick Arrojo’s American Wave
• Artistic Color Class with Jo Blackwell
• Mirabella Make-up Class
• Bumble & Bumble Trending Styles Class
• CND Shellac Class
• Razor Cutting Training with Nick Arrojo
• Extensive Training with L’oreal and Aveda Color
Bri
Stylist
Brittany
Position: Hair Stylist/Nail Technician
Length of Experience: Since 2006
Service Philosophy: What I love most about my position is that when my clients leave the salon they feel better about themselves! My philosophy is to deliver the best service that and achieve the outcome my client’s desire! I take my time to ensure that my client is satisfied!
Personal Interests: I really enjoy spending time with my children and husband! I have a love for unique and distinctive fashion and enjoy experiencing new and different things! I like to venture out of the ordinary and think of myself as a creative person, especially when it comes to fashion!
Services Offered: Color, Balayage, Ombre, Highlighting, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Children’s Cuts, Blow Dry, Styling, Arrojo American Wave, Retexturizing Treatments, Perms, Specialty/Wedding Updo’s, Manicures, Pedicures, No-chip Manicures and Pedicures, and Facial Waxing.
Career Enhancements:
• Aquage Pureform Cutting Class
• American Crew Men’s Cutting and Styling Class
• Advanced Razor Cutting and Color Class
• Aquage Master Academy
• Aveda Spring and Summer Cutting Trends
• Day with Aquage, Styling and Cutting Class
• Business Training with Jen Planck
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Class
Brittany
Stylist / Nail Technician
Clarissa
Position: Certified Gold Well Technical Associate & Educator
Length of Experience: Since 1997
Service Philosophy: When you look better, you feel better!!! My goal is to make every client look and feel more beautiful when I am done with their hair. I like to work with my client to decide on the best cut and color that will enhance their skin tone, face shape, and overall confidence. It is my job to educate and motivate my clients so that they can maintain their style by using quality tools and products chosen especially for them.
Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my husband, family and co-workers. I like to dance when I do get a free night to go out and I am a closet karaoke fan. I also take every opportunity to further my education and career with outside classes and seminars.
Services Offered: Color, Highlighting, Men’s and Women’s Cuts, Blow Drying, Styling, Facial Waxing, Specialty/Wedding Styles and Updo’s, Manicures and Pedicures
Career Enhancements:
•2015 – Certification GoldWell Salon Specialist/Educator
•2008 – L’Oreal Inspirational Color and Highlighting Techniques
• Aveda Skin Care and Hair Care Product Knowledge
• Aquage Master Academy-fashion photography
• Pure forms hair cutting
• Reactive hair cutting techniques
• Fashion Focus Hair and Beauty Show
Clarissa
Stylist / Gold Well Technical Associate – Educator
Cornelius
Position: Stylist / Barber – Educator
Length of Experience: since 2001
Service Philosophy: This industry has been a passion of mine since I was 13 years old. I enjoy the beauty industry and have a passion for fashion and keeping up with current trends! I picked up a pair of clippers at a young age and became the neighborhood barber! As time went on I knew this was where my future was. When I decided to go to school I chose a path in not only barbering, but to get my cosmetology license as well. Since then I trained under some exceptionally amazing cosmetologists, managed a salon in downtown Chicago, enjoyed being a platform artist, and then went on to be in the education field at the Salon Professional Academy in Wisconsin.
Services Offered: Specialize in Men’s Cuts, Passion for Coloring, Well-versed in all hair types, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, High/Lowlighting, Relaxers, Retexturizing Services, and Fades
Career Enhancements:
• Cosmetology Instructor at TSPA
• Platform Artist for 3 years
• Competitive Barber
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Class
Cornelius
Stylist / Barber – Educator
Dawn
Position: Elite Stylist and Makeup Artist
Length of Experience: Since 1999
Service Philosophy: I have been in the industry for 17 years but I believe that change is good! I love changing styles and colors for the seasons, trends, and just to change your mood! I like to build a strong bond and friendship with all of my clients. I believe that you should always walk out of the salon feeling confident and beautiful! I also want my clients to stand out and light up a room when they walk in! I promise you will get more compliments than ever! I believe at home care is crucial, and I will make sure you have the right tools and products to keep your style rockin’!
Personal Interests: I love spending time with my two children. I enjoy working out frequently, camping, playing darts, and anything competitive!
Services Offered: Color, Highlights, Trend/Fashion Color, Balayage, Ombre, Fusion Extensions, Specialty/Wedding Updo’s, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, High Fashion Cuts, Razor Cuts, Wedding and Avant-Garde Make-Up Applications including Airbrush Makeup.
Career Enhancements:
• Certified in Great Lengths Hair Extensions since 2001
• Aquage Specialty Updo Class
• Certified through Dinair for Airbrush Make-up
• Specialty High-lighting Class
• Advanced product knowledge training with Bumble & Bumble, Aquage, L’oreal Professional, Aveda, and Nick Arrojo
Dawn
Stylist / Makeup Artist / Hair Extension Artist
Dre
Position: Stylist
Length of Experience: Since 2015
Service Philosophy: To ensure each and every client leaves the salon feeling good about themselves. I love to build relationships with all my clients making their experience at Salon Bliss the very best! I am always up for a challenge and trying out new trends.
Services Offered: Color, Men’s & Women’s cuts, Children’s cuts, balayage/ombre, highlights/lowlights, special occasion styles, makeup, and manicures/pedicures.
Dre
Stylist
Jean
Position: Senior Stylist
Length of Experience: Since 1986
Service Philosophy: I enjoy being with people and my goal is to make people feel and look better! I love color and I believe it’s a great way to change someone’s looks. Curly hair is fun for me to work with considering I myself have curly hair. I want every client to leave the Salon feeling the best that they can and I am happy to be a part of that process!
Personal Interests: Spending time with my family is very important to me. Also, I enjoy outdoor activities; Gardening is my passion.
Services Offered: Color, High/Lowlighting, Color Blocking, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Razor Cutting, Children’s Cuts, Blow Dry and Styles, Facial Waxing, Perms, Specialty/Wedding Updo’s. I strongly believe in continuing my education because this industry is ever – changing. Education is the driving force to my success!
Career Enhancements:
• Crew Cutting for Men in Chicago
• Aveda Advanced Academy in New York
• Redken In-Salon Color Training
• Balayage In-Salon Color Training
• Aquage Advanced Academy
• Aquage Razor Cutting Class
• Aquage New Trends Class
• Aveda Product Knowledge Class
• L’Oreal Color Class
• In-Salon Up-do Class with Aquage
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Class
• Arrojo Product Knowledge and Motivational Class
Jean
Stylist
Jessica
Position: Stylist / Gold Well Master Colorist Technician / Makeup Artist
Length of Experience: Since 2008
Service Philosophy: My main goal is to personalize a look and style that not only fits each individual’s lifestyle but can be easily replicated at home as well! I take my time and listen to what you want, whether it be maintaining your look or trying to find something new and different. I enjoy cutting and highlighting, but have a huge passion overall for being in this industry. I really love keeping up with education and learning new trendy styles. Being in the beauty industry was always my life-long dream. It is such a great feeling knowing that my clients leave happy and feeling beautiful. The smile I can put on someone’s face is why I enjoy this industry each and every day.
Services Offered: Highlighting, Perms, Relaxers, Men’s Cuts, Women’s Cuts, Children’s Cuts, Blow Drying, Styling, Facial Waxing, Specialty/Wedding Styles and Updo’s, Airbrush Make-up, and Classic Make-up
Career Enhancements:
• 2010-Aveda Razor Cutting Essentials Class
• 2010-Balayage Class at the Midwest Beauty Show
• 2012-Aveda Men’s Cutting Class
• 2012-Style Down the Aisle Bridal Styling Class
• 2013-Mirabella Bridal Make-up Class
• 2013-Bumble&Bumble Styling Class
• 2014-Certified in Nick Arrojo’s American Wave
Jessica
Stylist / Gold Well Master Colorist Technician / Makeup Artist
Jordyn
Position: Stylist / Hair Extension Artist / Makeup Artist
Length of Experience: Since 2013
Service Philosophy: My philosophy is to give each client the best experience possible. I want my clients to walk out of the salon looking and feeling like a million bucks. I studied at a Redken premiere school called the Salon Professional Academy where I learned giving a thorough consultation is the first step to a successful service.
Services Offered: Color, Balayage, Ombre, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Children’s Cuts, High/Lowlighting, Bridal Styles/Updo’s, Braiding, Facial Waxing, Manicures, Pedicures & No-chip.
Career Enhancements:
• Nick Arrojo Product Knowledge
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Class
• Bumble&Bumble Trending Cuts Class
• L’Oreal Color Class
• Mirabella Make-up Class
• Motivational Class with Jen Planck
• Strictly Business with Jo Blackwell
Jordyn
Stylist / Hair Extension Artist / Makeup Artist
Lexi
Position: Hair Stylist
Length of Experience: since 2011
Service Philosophy: “I am an artist, your hair is my canvas, let’s make a masterpiece.” I strive to make every client’s visit personalized and memorable. I take pride in not only educating myself, but also educating my clients. We will have a thorough consultation discussing any concerns and together we will come up with solutions for your hair. My goal is that when you leave you will look and feel confident in your fresh style. With the right instructions and products, I ensure that you can recreate your style at home. My mission is to have you exuding confidence, inside an out!
Personal Interests: I love spending time with my dog Loretta, and going on random adventures with my friends and boyfriend. I also love watching sports, especially my Chicago teams: The Bears, Cubs, and Hawks.
Services Offered: Razor Cuts, Curly Cuts, Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Balayage, Ombre, Foils, Color, Specialty/Wedding Up-dos, High Fashion Cuts and Colors, and Blow-outs.
Enhancements:
• Vidal Sassoon Trained
• Sam Villa Styling Class
• Certified in Babe Extensions
• Balayage Training
• Kerasilk Training
• Razor Cut Advanced Education
• Curly Haircut Advanced Training.
Lexi
Stylist
Lizett
Position: Hair Stylist / Makeup Artist
Length of Experience: since 2015
Service Philosophy: I strive to custom design services that fit your personality, fashion style, and lifestyle. It is my goal to make each of my client’s salon experience unique and memorable. I am dedicated to the art of hair design and hair color. I create modern trends, unique styles, and give natural beauty to each and every client.
Personal Interest: I enjoy spending time with my son, shopping, fashion, and outdoor activities!
Services: Balayage, Ombre, Baby Lights, Color, Highlight/Lowlight, Artistic Color, Corrective Color, Women’s Cuts, Children’s Cuts, Razor Cutting, Bridal Style and Up-dos, Make Up Application, Facial Waxing, Kerasilk Smoothing Treatment, Manicures, Pedicures, and No Chip Manicures and Pedicures.
Career Enhancements:
• Empire Beauty School
• Kerasilk Smoothing Class
• Aveda Make-up Class
• In Salon Balayage Training.
Lizett
Hair Stylist / Makeup Artist
Lupe
Position: Stylist / Goldwell Master Colorist Technician / L’Oreal Professionnel Accredited Color Specialist
Length of Experience: Since 1997
Service Philosophy: I believe in making my client not only look but also feel their best every time they come to see me! This is my promise to you. I guarantee the quality of my work. I make it a point to receive the best education available, and keep up with current trends, and product knowledge. I strive for success in every aspect of my career. Building strong relationships with my clients is one of my top priorities!
Personal Interests: I love to spend time with my husband and kids! I enjoy many outdoor activities such as going for walks or running outside during the summer! During my free time I like to watch movies or play with my kids! I cherish every moment that I spend with my family and friends!
Services Offered: Color, Highlights, Blow Dry, Styling Specialty/Wedding Updo’s, Perms, Men’s Cuts, Women’s Cuts, Children’s Cuts
Career Enhancements:
• L’Oreal Color Specialist
• Bumble & Bumble Product Knowledge Class
• L’Oreal Highlighting & Color Class
• Redken Color Class
• Expression Show
• Martin Parson’s Updo-Specialty Styling
• Schwarzkopf Color Class
• Hot Stone Massage Certification
• Soho Academy in New York with Beth Manardi
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. business and inspirational class
• Razor Fundamentals class with Nick Arrojo
• Certified in Nick Arrojo’s American Wave
Lupe
Stylist / Goldwell Master Colorist Technician / L’Oreal Professionnel Accredited Color Specialist
Nikki
Position: Stylist
Length of Experience: Since 2001
Service Philosophy: I am dedicated to doing my absolute best in order to give you what you want! I strive to make each guest feel comfortable and relaxed while in my chair. Listening to my guests is extremely important to me because I love to give them that perfect look. I enjoy meeting with my guests frequently because I truly enjoy building friendships with each and every one of my clients.
Services Offered: Hair Extensions, Men’s and Women’s Cuts, Color, Highlights, Facial Waxing, Children’s Cuts, and Blow dry/Styling
Career Enhancements:
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Training
• Kerasilk Smoothing Training
• Aveda Cutting Training
• Aquage Cutting and Styling Training
• L’Oreal Product Knowledge
• L’Oreal Color Training
Nikki
Stylist
Ondrea
Position: Stylist / Lash Extension Artist / Lash Lift Artist
Length of Experience: Since 2010
Service Philosophy: I enjoy inspiring and educating people to integrate wellness and beauty into their lives. I embody excellence through the mindset that learning never ends. Life is full of beauty, notice it, and be noticed. Come sit in my chair! I will personalize your experience and recommend quality products and tools so that you will leave with nothing less than a style that will make you feel beautiful inside and out.
Personal Interests: I love spending my free time with my husband and dog. We enjoy renovating and decorating our home. We also enjoy being adventurous by taking our motorcycles for rides with no specific destination! In my alone time I enjoy sitting and reading anything by my favorite author Jennifer Weiner!
Services Offered: Women’s cuts, Men’s cuts, Color, Highlights, Manicures, Pedicures, Shellac, Facial Waxing.
Career Enhancements:
• CND Shellac education with Holly Schippers
• CND advanced nails with Holly Schipprs
• REDKEN Blonding with Krista Lash
• REDKEN color with Patrick Fitzwater
• Advanced hair removal by Satin Smooth
• Xtreme Lash Certified to do lash extensions
Ondrea
Stylist / Board Certified Colorist / Lash Extension Artist / Lash Lift Artist
Tarin
Position: Senior Stylist
Length of Experience: Since 2004
Service Philosophy: I encourage all my clients to look their best and I love being a part of the process! I strive to build relationships with my clients and I love when they leave the salon looking and feeling amazing! I believe that making each and every client’s experience with me unique, fun, and exciting helps to accomplish a great style and a great relationship! I always try to keep up on the new, trendy styles by attending outside education classes, in this way; I am always up for anything whether it’s maintaining your look or changing it!
Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my family and having fun with my friends! I love to go shopping and I keep up on all the latest fashion! I like having girls’ nights out and enjoy trying new things. Like most people, I like to vacation to warm destinations where I can relax and get away!
Services Offered: Color (make grey disappear), Highlighting (Balayage and Ombre), Latest and Trendy Women’s Cuts, Razor Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Blow Outs, Retexturizing Treatments, Specialty/Wedding Updo’s
Career Enhancements:
• Attended Aquage Academy
• Aquage specialty/bridal style class
• Trend color seminar in Santa Monica, CA
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. business and inspirational class
• Bumble & Bumble styling and trends workshop
• Advanced product knowledge training with Bumble&Bumble, Aquage, L’Oreal Professional, Aveda, and Nick Arrojo
Tarin
Stylist
Wendy
Position: Stylist / Makeup Artist
Length of Experience: since 2004
Service Philosophy: “I create custom looks for individuals and keep the styles evolving along with the trends while keeping them one of a kind for each client. Consultation is an integral part of the service; face shape, hair texture, personality and lifestyle are all considered when creating a look. The integrity of the hair fiber is always held in utmost importance. I love healthy, shiny, beautiful hair and that is what I strive to give every one of my clients.”
Enhancements: Wendy is extremely passionate about her career in the beauty industry which is ever-changing in trends and techniques. She has an extensive educational background in color and cutting various lengths and textures with: Aveda, Aquage, Redken, L’Oreal Professional, and Kevin Murphy. In the beginning of her career she struggled with curly hair and very thick hair textures so she sought out education to turn those weaknesses into strengths. She also excels at the art of color illusion, blondes, color correction, cutting fine hair for fullness and corrective cutting. Wendy never misses an opportunity to learn whether it is a new technique or perfecting the basics. She is always in pursuit of perfection and staying ahead of the game so that she can offer her clients the very best!
Wendy
Stylist / Makeup Artist
Javier- Barber
Bio coming soon.
Javier
Barber
Spa Team
Maryellen
Position: Esthetician & Nail Technician
Length of Experience: since 1996
Service Philosophy: I have a “less is more” philosophy about beauty and believe every woman is beautiful! It is a great joy for me to help women realize their natural beauty and educate them to care for their skin, creating a care plan that combines science with lifestyle. I believe my credibility and integrity are my greatest asset and approach each client with a desire to provide quality and individualized care!
Personal Interests: I love to travel especially in Europe and the Caribbean. I have been studying French for several years and I am looking forward to a trip to Paris and the south of France this April! I also enjoy caring for my large perennial garden, hiking, shopping, decorating, cooking and looking for antique French markets.
Age-Management Consultant & Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness
Maryellen
Spa Manager / Esthetician
Holly
Position: Licensed Massage Therapist
Length of Experience: since 2012
Service Philosophy: My true passion is massage therapy. I used to receive massages every two weeks when I was in China. And I always feel I am a new person after the massage. I love to see my clients leave the spa with a big smile and feel very relaxed. Treat yourself or your loved ones with a massage, you will find out how amazing it can be!
Personal Interests: I love to spend time with my daughter, my family and my friends. I love good food, especially Chinese food, and I love cooking. I love traveling as well. I enjoy going to different places, different countries, and experiencing different cultures. Also, I enjoy spending time with my two beautiful Border Collies.
Holly
Massage Therapist
Megan
Position: Massage Therapist
Length of Experience: since 2015
Service Philosophy: Massage is truly more than a luxury; it is a vital part of self-care that has a positive effect on us. I am able to provide my clients with a therapeutic touch, getting into the muscles as needed, but also giving my client a deep sense of relaxation at the same time. Every client’s body is different, so I customize each session to fit my clients’ needs. Helping and healing people is my passion.
Services Offered: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Mother-To-Be Massage, and Hot Stone Massage.
Megan
Massage Therapist
Judie
Position: Esthetician & Nail Technician
Length of Experience: since 1988
Service Philosophy: I like to help people feel good about themselves! Also, I give them as much information as I can to get the best out of their skin. I believe in fighting aging skin every step of the way! There are so many treatments to revitalize the skin, improve skin tone and texture, reduce fine lines and hyper-pigmentation.
Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my husband and my three adorable children! I especially enjoy summer days at the pool! I am originally from Maine and I like visiting as much as I can!
• Md Formulations, Aveda, Epicuren, Astara & Skin Medica
• Specials Certifications & Advanced Classes:
• Hydra Facial Treatments/Edge Systems, Microderm, Peels & Red-Blue Light Therapy
Judie
Esthetician
Katie
Position: Esthetician & Make-up Artist
Length of Experience: since 2006
Service Philosophy: My philosophy is to help people with their skin by keeping it healthy and providing facials that will improve their complexion. I believe that consulting with people about their skin type is the first step to improvement and acceptance and I love being a part of that process. I love to wax and shape eyebrows! Basically, I enjoy helping people feel good about the way they look!
Personal Interests: I love spending time with my family, friends, and my dogs. I like to bike ride, go for walks, play volleyball, watch movies, and go shopping. I’m an active person who likes to be involved in what I do, whether it is work or play!
Katie
Esthetician
Kerry
Position: Medical Esthetician & Lash Extension Artist
Length of Experience: since 2017
Service Philosophy: I am a certified medical esthetician and lash extension artist. I believe in providing excellent customer service and a positive experience for each and every client. In regards to skin care, my goal is to inform my clients that by combining in spa treatments and appropriate at home skin care regimen, they will most definitely be able to see positive changes in their skin and feel more confident. I also love shaping the face with the eyes, whether it be eyebrow waxing design or providing lash extension services, both which impact the face’s appearance significantly!
Personal Interests: I love spending free time with my husband and four children. Traveling is my passion and Arizona is the state I would love to call home someday.
Kerry
Esthetician
Alexa
Position: Certified Esthetician
Length of Experience: Since 2018
Service Philosophy: You may recognize me from the front desk! I have been a Client Service Representative here for four years. I fell in love with Esthetics while I was working at Salon Bliss and wanted to make it a career. I enjoy making my clients feel beautiful and relaxed after every service.
Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my friends, loved ones and cat Craig. I enjoy traveling and am an avid foodie!
Services Offered: Facial & Body Treatments, waxing services, and lash lifts.
Alexa
Esthetician
Nail Technician Team
Caitlin
Position:CND Nail Pro Technician / Nail Art Expert
Length of Experience: since 2009
Service Philosophy: I truly have a passion for nails and love making sure each of my clients are 100% satisfied when they leave my desk. I have a knack for nail art and love coming up with unique designs that fits my client’s personality.
Services Offered: Manicures Pedicures, No-chip Manicures, No-chip Pedicures, and Acrylic Enhancements
Career Enhancements:
• CND Shellac No-chip Class
• L’Oreal C.A.R.E. Business and Inspirational Class
Caitlin
CND Nail Pro Technician / Nail Art Expert
Gabriele
Position: Nail Technician/ Lash Extension Artist/ Make-up Artist
Length of Experience: since 2007
Service Philosophy: Customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance! The service I provide is one I would enjoy being provided. Every single day is a new opportunity to make someone smile! Taking the time to not only render my services but also get acquainted with every one of my customers allows me to provide a more personal experience. Personal satisfaction comes from knowing that you leave blissful, pleased and wanting to come back. I look forward to meeting you and rendering the best services possible. I can say that I am truly fortunate to work at a place I can call home!
Personal Interests: My beautiful kids, Ashley and David are the epicenter of my life. Being the best parent I can possibly be is my number one goal. When I find time for myself I enjoy listing to music, watching a good movie and fine dining.
Services Offered: Xtreme Eyelash Extensions, Manicure, Pedicure, Spa Manicures and Pedicures, Acrylic nail enhancements, No-chip Manicures and Pedicures, Make-up Application, and Custom Airbrush Tanning
Career Enhancements:
• CND shellac application Class
• NBT Nail Design Advanced Training
• Shellac and Acrylic Class
• NBT Nail Art Class
• Fantasy Spray Tan Class
• Xtreme Lash Certification
• Mirabella Make-up Class
• Currently Enrolled in Cosmetology School (will be finished fall 2015)
Gabriele
Nail Technician / Make-up Artist / Lash Extension Artist
Mari
Position: Nail Technician
Service philosophy: I love my job and I do it with passion. I am a perfectionist and always give my work 100% of me. Every client that comes in is a new experience. It fills me with joy when a client is happy with my work.
Personal Interest: My priority in life are my three kids. I love to spend time with my family and friends, enjoying their company as much as I can. I assist in my church and attend seminaries. Another of my favorite things is attending to my garden.
Services offered: Manicures, pedicures, No chip manicures, and the best hand and foot massages.
Mari
Nail Technician
Sandi
Position: CND Nail Pro Master Technician / Stylist
Length of Experience: since 2000
Service Philosophy: To make my clients feel pampered, beautiful and good about themselves when they leave. It is important to me to have a caring and trusting relationship with my client. I like to encourage my clients to try new things. Education is everything to me. That is why I strive to be the best I can be for my clients and educate them so they can maintain their look at home.
Personal Interests: I love spending time with my husband, kids, grand kids and church family. I also enjoy being outdoors, swimming, riding bikes in Chicago by the lake, four wheelers and roller coasters! Some day when I retire I will travel the world to ride the biggest, craziest roller coasters there are. I love doing crafts with my grandchildren when I want to relax and I enjoy making jewelry.
Services Offered: Luxurious Spa Manicures and Pedicures, Classic Manicures and Pedicures, No-chip manicures and pedicures, Nail art, Acrylic Enhancements, Facial Waxing, Color (Balayage, Ombre), Women’s Cuts, Men’s Cuts, Kids Cuts, Eyelash Extensions, and the ever popular American Wave.
Career Enhancements:
• 2001-Backscratchers Extreme Acrylic Training.
• 2003-Bioelements Waxing Class
Creative Acrylic Class- Midwest Beauty Show
Natural Aromatic spa Manicures and Pedicures-Midwest Beauty Show
Nail Infections and Disorders
• 2006-Nancy Kings Electric Hill Saftey Class
Pivit Point Updo Class
Color America with Beth Minardi
• 2007-In Salon Aquage Product Knowledge
• 2008-Paul Mitchell Cut/Color Show
• 2009-Cosmetology Chicago
• 2010-Spring and Summer Collection and Trends
Redken Specialist / CND Enhancement, Rebalancing, Skill Building and Shellac Class
• 2011-Aveda Product Knowledge on Skin Care, Make-up, and Hair Care
• 2011-Aveda Foiling and Styling Class
• 2012-Joico Cut and Color Class
• 2012-Xtreme Lash Class
• 2013-L’oreal Ombre Color Class
• 2013-Mirabella Trend Make-up Class
• 2014-CND Certified Master Painter Shellac Pro
• 2014-Certified in Nick Arrojo’s American Wave
• 2014-Aveda Skin Care Class
Sandi
CND Nail Pro Master Technician / Stylist
Tyeshia
Position: Nail Technician
Experience: Since 2013
Service Philosophy: Discovering nails was my true passion in life. I specialize in creative nail designs where I keep up with all the latest trends. I strive to provide a friendly and inviting environment for each and every one of my clients.
Personal Interests: When I’m not doing nails I am a loving wife and mother. I married my high school sweetheart and we have a son named Jeramiah.
Services offered: Nail designs, manicures/pedicures and No chip manicures.
Education:
- Empire Beauty School
- CND Shellac Certified
Tyeshia
Nail Technician
Wendy
Position: Nail Technician
Length of Experience: since 1987
Service Philosophy: I like to establish a connection with my client and I believe that talking and listening to my clients strengthens our relationship. Being a veteran in the beauty and nail industry helps me to perform the best I can! I like helping you pick out the latest colors for the season and I think that your personality can be expressed through even the smallest details, such as your nails!
Personal Interests: I love spending time with my family and I devote a lot of my energy to them and my work! Besides my career and my family, I love gardening, going to outdoor music festivals, and wine tastings.
Services Offered: Manicures, Pedicures, Hand and Foot Paraffin Treatments, but my strongest suit is in my Acrylic Nail Enhancements.
Wendy
Nail Technician
Katrina
Position: Nail Technician
Service philosophy: Having clients leave completely satisfied is my top priority! I’ll push you to try new things even if it’s as simple as adding a little glitter to your life. I wish to bring out your truest personality.
Personal Interests: This industry is my life. When I’m not focused on work, I’m spending time with my friends and family. I love pushing myself to try new things, which is why I’ll never pass up on a new adventure.
Services offered: Manicures/pedicures, no chip manicures, and nail designs.
Career Enhancements: 1st place for nail care in SkillsUSA Illinois competition, and placed in the top 10 of SkillsUSA national competition.
Katrina
Nail Technician