Highly educated in the design of hair, skin, and everything that makes you look your best, our team will transform your wishes into works of art. Continuing education ensures we offer you the best in hair and skin care.
Dawn Clarkson, Owner/Stylist
Twenty years building her knowledge has taken her from the heart of New York, through San Francisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and to our very own Bay Area. Along the way, she earned an Associate and Bachelor degree in business management which has helped her launch the newly redesigned Compliments Salon and Boutique. A passion for giving back to others helps her build partnerships with her team and clients to ensure a positive result. She specializes in highlighting and blonding, adding the perfect style to compliment your color.
Alene Hunsaker, Stylist
Alene has been styling hair for over twenty years. With a varied background in color and cutting, she is a master at completing the entire look. Being a Cabi (Carole Anderson by Invitation) Consultant, ensures you will be perfect when you walk out the door! She has been trained in New York, San Francisco and the Bay Area, specifically Redken and Vidal Sassoon. She has a quest to learn and is committed to always advancing her skills.
Eileen Wells, Stylist
New York born and bred, Eileen brings a street savvy confidence to her styles. Expertise with haircuts combined with her knowledge of color make her clients the talk of the town. Wig styling is also one of her specialties; clients come from near and far to have her redesign and freshen up their look. Trained in New York, San Francisco and the Bay Area, she delivers consistent and beautiful results with a can-do, feisty attitude!
Maria Fernandez, Stylist
Trained at San Jose City College, Maria has high standards and delivers amazing results. Patience and a willing ear helps her fine tune the perfect look for her guests. Bringing it all together with color shows her eye for what works best for the client. Along with those talents, she can cook an amazing Kahlua mocha fudge cake!!
Anna Enfantino, Stylist
Extremely talented with over twenty years of extensive training, Anna raises the bar with attention to detail. She has a keen sense of understanding her guest’s ideas by listening and keeping communication open. Combined with her knowledge, she consistently delivers optimum results. Always willing to help, Anna is a team player who educates others along the way.
Dani Barlow, Stylist
Our newest entrepreneur, Dani, has a personality that blends in with everyone she meets. Her ability to find something in common with her clients helps her to understand their style that fits their personality and lifestyle. It is all about the bigger picture! Her talent in fashion colors, balyage and color fusion is truly unique and breathtaking.
Sue Morrison, Stylist
With forty years of dedication to our beauty industry and owning several salons, Sue has done it all! From Los Angeles to the Bay Area, she has learned the trade inside and out. Her love of “prime time adults” earns her the reputation of a loving, patient stylist who can whip out anything from a short cut to a hipster beehive. Not only will you be amazed by her skills, she will dazzle you with her warm personality.
Rita Veprinsky, Aesthetician
From Russia to the United States with over forty years studying skin, Rita is dedicated to understanding what her clients need to look and feel their best. She specializes in anti-aging skin care, non-traumatic chemical peels and acne treatment, to name just a few. Her wide base of skin care knowledge ensures you will receive a thorough consultation to deliver what is best for your skin. Rita has relied on referrals and glowing testimonials to bring her a passionate, skin-savvy following.
Mary Keshavarzi, Stylist
With over forty years in hairdressing Mary offers a wide variety of skills that she puts to use behind the chair by offering consistent color, cuts, and styles. Always up for new challenges, Mary is dedicated to gathering knowledge to push her to new heights. Along with her talents behind the chair, she is an amazing cook who tantalizes us with her skills in the kitchen!
Emily Comstock, Stylist
Emily is a young, fun, sweet-natured stylist who has several years of experience while still being on the pulse of what’s new and trendy. She prides herself on listening to exactly what you want and is also happy to offer recommendations based on what she thinks will suit you best, leaving you feeling like a better version of yourself. She is experienced in women’s, men’s, and children’s cuts, is an excellent color technician, and loves any creative challenge you want to throw her way.
Laurie Gibbs, Stylist
Twenty plus years behind the chair has not diminished her passion and love of hairdressing. As a Master Stylist, Laurie continuously works to stay on top of latest trends and designs. She has an eye for detail with precision haircutting and has many education hours to show her perfection. Combine this with her avid love of teaching and helping others with workouts in kick-boxing, boot camps and high-intensity training, she is sure to make you look your best!
