Our Staff
HAIR STYLISTS:
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Vanessa Wells Vanessa has been in the beauty industry for 7 years. She obtained her license after graduating from San Diego's premier cosmetology school, Paul Mitchell. Her execution and expertise has helped her to achieve a senior stylist position at Pure. She continues to further her education by attending various technique and product knowledge classes. She specializes in color and cut for both men and women. With her artistic vision and impeccable attention to detail Vanessa's main goal as a stylist is to help her clients find a look that best suits their individual style. |
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Muataz Nazo Muataz has had the honor and privilege of working as a professional hairstylist and makeup artist since 2002. His portfolio includes creating the latest trends in hair and makeup for important events such as weddings, photo shoots and editorial work for magazines. Muataz has styled hair and makeup for various bridal exhibitions for BQE and Union Tribune. Muataz thrives to learn more about his profession everyday to better educate himself in the latest trends in the hair and beauty industry including attending classes and seminars. Muataz looks forward to working with you and to making your special day a memory that lasts forever. |
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Toni Real Toni has been licensed for 15 years and has been creating masterpieces ever since. She started her career in the Toni&Guy family and has been close knit to this day. She has grown within TiGi education and moved through their program from assisting to Ambassador to Art Team Member. Her education within the industry is always expanding and she keeps up to date by regularly attending TIGI academies in New York and LA. In addition to her skills to cut and color, she can also lengthen and thicken clients' hair with extensions. She has worked with Great Lengths Extensions for 8 years. |
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Greg Tutle Greg has been in the hair industry for over 30 years. As a Tigi Artistic Team Member he is a leader in hair education throughout the San Diego community and teaches many of Pure Salon's training courses for stylists. Greg is Pure's only "Master" stylist as his expertise of all hair techniques has led him to be one of our most sought out professionals. He specializes in complete makeovers for clients who are looking to transform their looks, whether it be with a new fashion forward cut or change of color. He is truly passionate about his work and never lets a client leave unsatisfied with their results. |
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Lauren Lelevier Lauren attended Paul Mitchell Cosmetology school and has been in the industry for over 3 years. She specializes in color correction and working with all types of blondes. Lauren is one of Pure Salon's few stylists who is also a makeup artist with extensive training in MAC techniques and applications. Lauren loves doing weddings. Whether it be your in salon bridal trials or you need someone to travel to your location to give you and your wedding party stunning updo's and flawless makeup, Lauren is definitely the stylist for you! |
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Roger Molina (More info coming soon) |
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Jennifer Clark |
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Guy Webster Guy has been in the beauty industry for 33 years now. Guy acquired his cosmetology license in the State of New York, receiving specialized training with L'Oreal Professionnel and Toni & Guy. Guy has always been artistic since a young boy and has always seen doing hair as an art. Guys' hair coloring and cutting skills are impeccable and he truly has a passion for doing hair. |
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Noelia Navarro |
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Tomas Guerrero Tomas is a Hair Stylist/Makeup Artist. He is creative, motivated, innovative when it comes to hairstyling and makeup. Tomas has been in the profession for over 20 years, specializing in precision cutting, hair color and highlighting. Tomas has attended the Toni&Guy Academies in New York, Dallas, and Santa Monica. He has taken classes with MAC on bridal makeup and everyday makeup. Tomas attends classes on latest haircuts,colors and styles. He specializes in updo's for brides or any special occasion. As a stylist and makeup artist, Tomas thrives on making his clients look good and feel great! He is dedicated to service and value. He is a licensed specialist and sincerely enjoys what he does and it is reflective on the smiles and repeat business of his clients. |
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Kirk Richardson Kirk has been a licensed stylist for 30 years. He started with stage makeup and quickly moved to doing hair for fashion shows and bridal exhibitions. He then worked under various mentors such as international director of hair design for Pivot Point International and Teressa Pupillo. Kirk is Pure Salons' curly hair guru, as he is trained in Deva Curl. Specializing in perms, relaxers, and both short and long hair curly cuts he is dedicated to helping his clients achieve the look that not only works best for them but one that they ultimately want. |
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Catherine Haslam (more info coming soon) |
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Niko Potts "I do love what I do. And through my continual education, you will look great today and years to come. Experience to me is developing a good eye for hair and a good ear for communication. Allow me to focus on the process so you can enjoy your results, so relax, have fun and enjoy!" Niko is an Englishman, London trained with 30 years experience. Niko is up to date specializing in haircuts and colors, especially grey coverage. Niko continues his education through Vidal Sassoon and Toni&Guy. With his vast knowledge, Niko believes there is a perfect haircut for you, your face and your personality. Niko also believes hair color especially grey coverage is all about consistency alongside a fabulous haircut he guarantees you natural and youthful results. |
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Enrique Montiel (more info coming soon) |
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Chris McClanahan (more info coming soon) |
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Deana Cantillo (more info coming soon) |
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Grace Bernal (more info coming soon) |
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Olga Mendoza Olga is a Licensed Esthetician with 10 years experience in the skincare industry. She is dedicated to providing skincare treatments that are essential in helping clients maintain healthy radiant skin. Each facial is customized and based on the analysis of your skin and lifestyle. Olga has been trained in many skincare lines; however, she specializes in Danne Enzyme Therapy, facials, and body waxing. Olga began her journey as a dermatologist client of Dr. D'Yornee in Guadalajara, Mexico and quickly fell in love with the skincare industry. From there she obtained her Esthetician License in 2000 and continues to attend skincare training courses. Olga is passionate about helping her clients with their skincare concerns and learning about new products and procedures to help clients obtain healthy beautiful skin. Soheila "Soso" Sarkarhosseini graduated with honors at the top of her class in San Diego, CA. She regularly attends continuing education classes, seminars and workshops in order to further her knowledge and better serve her clients. Soso has a certificate in the Danne "DMK" Concept of Skin Revision. Soso has also attended classes at the Dermal Institute, and is PCA certified. Her passion is skincare and waxing! Most importantly, she loves educating her clients and making them feel better about themselves. "Pampering is my specialty." Soso is also a freelance makeup artist. "I dabble in a little this and a little that, I'm "Soso"-on-the-Gogo!" |
MASSAGE THERAPISTS:
![]() | Martin SemlarMartin is a highly skilled massage therapist with over 17 years in the wellness industry, specializing in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lomi Lomi and has certifications in Aromatherapy and LaStone Therapy. Martin is trained in most spa treatments such as body wraps and scrubs. Martin prides himself on creating a tranquil and healing environment for each client while attending to their specific needs. |
![]() | Megan Young Megan went to the Hawaii School of Professional Massage. Megan has been licensed for seven years and specializes in swedish, deep tissue, acupressure, prenatal and hot stone massage. "I find it rewarding in helping others and massage therapy was the perfect way to help someone both physically and spiritually. I enjoy my job and helping people escape from their daily stresses." |
NAIL TECHNICIANS:
Rosa Puentes (more info coming soon) | |
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