WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?
I would say cutting is my specialty. In school, I was a fearless cutter while everyone else seemed worried. I could not wait to cut because it seemed like second nature to me. I have picked up techniques, but most of my craft is self-taught. When I cut, I seem to go into a zone, not thinking about what my hands are doing. It’s very Zen to me, like painting on a canvas where I just know how I want it to look when I am done. It is definitely my art. I have a different perspective on hair…..I don’t believe in fighting nature, because nature always wins. Low maintenance is my middle name, and giving someone an easy upkeep style is my game. Many of my clients come to me for personal guidance. I always have caring ears for people, helping them through any situation. I love being their spiritual therapist, and I won’t lie, this IS my favorite part of my job.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
I went to a very average school in Glendale, but while most of my peers dropped out or lost their love for hair, mine grew deeper. I was hungry for education and after school; I took as many classes as I could. I wanted to see how people did hair all over the world. I wanted to specialize in cuts for all hair types. I took classes for curly hair, Asian, ethnic, and classes for fine hair cutting. I watched teachers who spoke no English, but perfectly demonstrated their techniques. Cutting is an art form and I wanted to learn from the masters.
DO YOU HAVE ANY OUTSIDE PROJECTS?
I have been an intuitive person since I was a child, and I have nurtured that gift by taking numerous classes in the disciplines of new age, spiritual and the metaphysical. This has earned me the reputation in the past from some of my clients as their “psychic hairdresser.” I also have a perfume line inspired by all things Victorian and Macabre. Perfumes have always been a passion of mine and getting to create my own line was an amazing experience. The line has since exploded in popularity and is carried in stores across the world. You can find it on Instagram at @seanceperfumes or www.seance-perfumes.com I am also raising my child Meadow Moon (or she is raising me!) and becoming a mother has been the most amazing journey I have taken.
WHY DID YOU GET INTO HAIR?
It was a path I could not avoid. I wanted to be a psychic, a geologist, a therapist, an entomologist, an astrologist, a writer, a playwright, a zoologist, a criminologist, a business owner, and I wanted to travel, but I always went back to hair. This was my path, and some things just cannot be avoided. WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU ARE NOT DOING HAIR?Hanging out with my husband Justin and our amazing daughter Meadow. She is the light of our lives and every day is an exciting adventure. I spend most of my free time in my garden gardening. Aside from that, My hobby is science. I have a huge entomology collection (taxidermies of bugs), as well as oddities (strange antiques or natural history relics.) I am also an arts and crafts person. I take up stamp making, print making, painting, calligraphy, jewelry making, and whatever else is new and interesting to me in my free time. Running my perfume business is another full time job.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS TO USE?
I love AVEDA. I knew that someday when I owned my own business I wanted to carry a line that I believed in. AVEDA’S mission statement says it all; “Our mission at Aveda is to care for the world we live in, from the products we make to the ways in which we give back to society. At Aveda, we strive to set an example for environmental leadership and responsibility, not just in the word of beauty, but around the world. “ I wanted to carry a line that was not full of chemicals and toxins for our bodies. It is a plus that their products are also amazing. One of my absolute favorites is their ‘Be Curly’ line. I am a curly haired gal, so their ‘Be Curly’ line is what keeps my curly hair from frizzing and having a mind of its own (more so than it already does).
DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL AWARDS OR RECOGNITIONS?
I am the “psychic hairdresser” and have turned down offers from several producers who wanted to put my mug on a reality TV show. I am a mother and a business owner and that in itself is a task!!.
WHY FRENCHY’S?
When I started at this salon when I was 20, I was the youngest stylist, but I always had the gut feeling that someday it would be mine. I knew that someday I would build a culture and a salon that fit the ideas in my head… Edgy and cool, and at the same time, loving and warm. We are all artists with a mission to give care and kindness to every individual who walks through our door. I have never seen people as dollar signs, but always as human beings with individual desires and needs. People just want to be seen and feel like they are heard, and they want a place where they can be themselves and be accepted and feel glamorous. I take pride in our clients, they are all wonderful people that we are blessed to know and spend time with. At Frenchy’s we supply an environment that showcases art, music,and individuality. Frenchy’s is a club with many members. TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF THAT NO ONE KNOWS.I developed my fascination with bugs because as a child I was terrified of them. I had massive curly hair and would constantly have bugs fly into it and get trapped. It traumatized me. To overcome this fear I eventually started learning as much as I could about them. This turned into fascination and in turn a love.
TELL US SOMETHING YOU WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU.
I hope that some day I am fortunate enough to make huge positive impacts on people (especially my child.). With gratitude, kindness, compassion and being non judgmental I believe we can make a difference in our lives and the lives of others.
WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?
Foils, Custom Cuts, Updo’s, Extensions and Brazilian Blowouts.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
I attended and graduated from Aveda Institute, Minneapolis, in 2007 for Cosmetology. I have since taken advanced classes in Foil Patterns, Custom Color, Dry Hair Cutting and Razor Techniques. I am certified in Micro Link, Fusion and Top-in extensions, Brazilian Blowout and KereSpa Smoothing System. I like to continue to learn what’s new and keeping up with the latest trends.
WHY DID YOU GET INTO HAIR?
I was very uncertain of where to go after high school. I knew my interests were in the artistic field, but beyond that I had no clue. My sister was the one who suggested I go to cosmetology school at Aveda. I am forever grateful to her. I have definitely found my calling and I’m not sure I would have discovered it without her encouragement.
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT DOING HAIR?
I love to read, especially SciFi books. I play guitar, hang with friends, and love going to see music live.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS TO USE?
This Cali sun really bleaches out the hair! I love Aveda’s Color Conserve products and their Solar Care spray for myself as well as for my clients. I also use Aveda’s Smooth Infusion which helps keeps hair lush and frizz-free.
WHY FRENCHY’S?
Frenchy’s is the type of rare salon where you instantly feel at home when you enter. Everyone here is kind, welcoming and extremely talented. I feel so very lucky to be part of the Frenchy’s family and look forward to coming to work every day.
TELL US SOMETHING YOU WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU.
I love cats!!!
WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?
Customer service. I love taking care of our clients, making them feel good about their Frenchy’s experience. I will bend over backwards to help when they visit us or call for an appointment.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
Even though I got a Bachelors Degree in Urban Planning from Cal Poly, when I graduated I immediately went into the fashion industry. I worked for a menswear retailer in Montrose, fell in love with the business, then purchased it for myself. I ran the business for nearly twenty years before closing it in 2009. Then I found my way to Frenchy’s.
DO YOU HAVE ANY OUTSIDE PROJECTS?
I write a lot. I have written a couple of novels-and a non-fiction book called Threadbare (available at Amazon.com) which is about the closing of my retail menswear store, and the challenges small businesses face today.
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT AT WORK?
I read a lot of fiction, see a lot of movies, and listen to music all the time. I’m old enough to have lived through the classic rock, punk rock, new wave, grunge, rap/hip hop, and alternative stages of music, and I still listen to them all. I also listen to some country, jazz, and classical music.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS TO USE?
I love the calming affect and smell of Blue Oil. I wish I had known about Aveda’s Invati products prior to my hair falling out. I would have used them religiously and perhaps I would still have my hair.
DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL AWARDS OR RECOGNITIONS?
When I had my clothing store I was given the Business Achievement Award by the Montrose Shopping Park Association for “the outstanding qualities of imagination, customer service, and unique merchandising”.
WHY FRENCHY’S?
I guess it helps when your daughter owns the place. I don’t think that it’s a coincidence that I closed my store the same year that Lacey bought Frenchy’s. It was a perfect opportunity for me. What started as a part-time consulting role has evolved into a daily endeavor of helping my daughter with her vision. I feel blessed every day to be able to run Frenchy's with Lacey.
TELL US SOMETHING YOU WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU.
I would say that I published a book, but I just told you about it earlier.
WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?
As a child, my Mom used to let my sister and I earn extra money from her by giving her massages after a long day at work. It paid off down the road because now I give excellent scalp and hand massages.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
I studied Cosmetology at West Valley Occupational Center in Woodland Hills.
DO YOU HAVE ANY OUTSIDE PROJECTS?
I’ve done several shoots with the talented photographer Dannia Vega and makeup artist Liz Palacios for various promotions. Outside of the beauty industry, I am very active in support of animal rights.
WHY DID YOU GET INTO HAIR?
It was always an interest of mine–I loved to experiment on friends and myself, using techniques I would read about in magazines or online. When I was old enough to have a job, I spent most of my money in a salon, changing my cut/color every 3-4 weeks. I would also accompany my friends and siblings to their hair appointments just to observe. It wasn’t until later that I considered making a career out of my love for hair.
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT DOING HAIR?
Spending time with my family, playing video games with my boyfriend, yoga, roller-skating, cooking, and beer-fueled Rock Band marathons with my closest friends.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS TO USE?
Aveda Light Elements Smoothing Fluid and Be Curly Curl Enhancer.
WHY FRENCHY’S?
I fell in love with everything about Frenchy’s! It is truly a unique place that encourages individualism. Every single stylist is ridiculously talented. I am so proud to tell people that I work here and I feel so lucky to be a part of it.
TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF THAT NO ONE KNOWS.
The look I go for in my personal style is a tattooed Snow White/Winnie Cooper who grew up hating pants and doesn’t know the meaning of age appropriate attire.
TELL US SOMETHING YOU WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU.
I am an extremely honest and genuine person who will never judge you, and I am constantly searching for the best in people.
WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?
I specialize in several areas; all facets of color, cutting, extensions, Brazilian Blowouts, up do’s, studio styling and make-up.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
I believe I was born with a natural ability to style hair. I graduated from Marinello School of Beauty, and then continued my education at Make Up Designory in Burbank. Since then I have taken several classes and will always continue to educate myself in the latest trends.
DO YOU HAVE ANY OUTSIDE PROJECTS?
I am the mother of two daughters who keep me on my toes, eight-year-old Raven, and five-year-old Khloe. They are a blessing and keep me motivated to always be my very best.
WHY DID YOU GET INTO HAIR?
After spending five years in a corporate office, I was tired of sitting at a desk while knowing I was supposed to be doing something creative. Since I was a young girl I styled hair on anyone who would let me. I loved it, so it wasn’t hard for me to find my calling when I went looking.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS TO USE?
I love AVEDA. I knew that someday when I owned my own business I wanted to carry a line that I believed in. AVEDA’S mission statement says it all; “Our mission at Aveda is to care for the world we live in, from the products we make to the ways in which we give back to society. At Aveda, we strive to set an example for environmental leadership and responsibility, not just in the word of beauty, but around the world. “ I wanted to carry a line that was not full of chemicals and toxins for our bodies. It is a plus that their products are also amazing. One of my absolute favorites is their ‘Be Curly’ line. I am a curly haired gal, so their ‘Be Curly’ line is what keeps my curly hair from frizzing and having a mind of its own (more so than it already does).
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT DOING HAIR?
I spend my time doing mom duties. I love spending time with my family and friends who mean the world to me.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS TO USE?
I love Aveda’s Air Control Hairspray because it’s light but still holds. I also especially like the Smooth Infusion Gloss Straightener. It is safe for thermal styling and adds shine to hair.
DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL AWARDS OR RECOGNITIONS?
At the Marinello Annual Hair Show, I won first place in the Modern Art category. I am a certified Studio Hair Stylist and can do any period styling.
WHY FRENCHY’S?
Fate brought me to Frenchy’s. I used to get my hair done here. When an opportunity to work here presented itself, I jumped on it.
TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF THAT NO ONE KNOWS.
If I didn’t have my two beautiful daughters I would probably still be a filthy punk-rocking, starving artist.
TELL US SOMETHING YOU WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU.
I am an artist, but most importantly, I am a mother who provides for her children with this gift.
WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?
I specialize in understanding my client's wants and needs through thorough consultations, and honest conversations. I refuse to start a service before feeling confident that both my client and myself are on the same page. So whether we're doing a custom haircut, natural, or vivid color, you can rest assured that you have been heard, and I will execute your service to the best of my abilities.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
I studied cosmetology in Madison, Wisconsin, at Madison College and graduated in 2017. Since then I have continued my education by going to hair shows all across the country, and taking both hands on, and virtual classes. I feel so fortunate to be a hairstylist in today's world. Everyday I have the opportunity to look at videos on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube and consistently continue learning.
DO YOU HAVE ANY OUTSIDE PROJECTS?
Maintaining a healthy work/life balance is very important to me, so I try not to do too much beauty related stuff in my free time anymore. In the past I have been a volunteer hairstylist for The Penguin Project which is a foundation that puts on modified versions of famous musicals performed by children with various developmental disabilities.
WHY DID YOU GET INTO HAIR?
I tried the whole college thing after high school and it just felt wrong. I was so unhappy. However I bonded with a friend over our love of makeup and nails, and she suggested I try out beauty school. Once in beauty school, I finally felt like I was on the right track. For the first time in my life, I was effortlessly acing my classes and I was excited to go to school everyday. I get asked a lot, “Did you always know you wanted to be a hairstylist?” and the answer is no. But, once I got into this line of work it felt like I was always supposed to be here.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS TO USE?
I love the Nutriplenish line. I use the Leave-In Conditioner on almost all my clients. I also use the Nutriplenish Light Moisture Masque on myself to bring my hair back to life, since I bleach it often. In addition to our Aveda products, I really enjoy the Cult + King brand that we carry. Cult + King has a product called Tonic that is a pH balancer. Not only does it smell great but also helps settle the hair to a neutral pH which softens the hair and minimizes breakage. I always encourage my client to reach out to me for more product recommendations and I promise to NEVER sell products I don't genuinely believe in!
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE NOT DOING HAIR?
I like to say my favorite hobby is consuming media. I try to watch all the newest movies and tv shows and keep up with new music too. I've also been known to dabble in video games from time to time (I'm a total Sims 4 nerd). However, I'm not a total couch potato. I workout regularly and I plan to run a marathon someday!
WHY FRENCHY’S?
Where do I even begin? I've been with Frenchy's since 2018. Frenchy's is my home and I love all my coworkers. We attract the coolest and very best clientele. I was initially drawn to Frenchy's because of its alternative vibe, but I stay because of its warm and judgment-free environment.
TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF THAT NO ONE KNOWS.
Okay so plenty of people know this, but it's not something I talk about often. In high school I wrote an award winning short play that was then performed by professionals at the Overture Center in Madison, Wisconsin.
TELL US SOMETHING YOU WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU.
I met my partner Justin while we worked with artisan cheese together in Wisconsin. We love to cook and travel together, and we have a cat named Garbage.
