Meet the Team
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Aida
Aida has been part of Les Amis for many years and has quietly become one of the true pillars of our salon. She is incredibly wise, honest, thoughtful, and deeply loyal to the clients she has cared for over the years—many of whom have been with her for decades. Aida brings a warmth, steadiness, and perspective that means so much to our team. She is someone we can always turn to for advice, whether it is about the salon or life outside of it. Her wisdom, kindness, and genuine care for everyone around her make her an irreplaceable part of Les Amis.
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Angie
Born and raised in San Francisco, Angie, at an early age, has shown a precocious aptitude for art. She’s a Goldwell Master Colorist and trained in New York by industry experts. Angie has built her career with a strong emphasis on education and has advanced training in cut and color. She takes her time and she listens, then executes meticulously. With expertise spanning over a decade, Angie is passionate about making clients feel comfortable on her chair. She flawlessly works with color to give natural dimensions. Angie takes pride in being part of a client transformation and effortlessly achieves them day in and day out.
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Annie
Annie has been part of Les Amis for many years and is one of those rare people whose presence is felt in the best possible way. Talented, honest, grounded, and deeply trusted, she has built lasting relationships with clients who have stayed with her for decades. She brings a calm wisdom to the salon that everyone values. Whether the issue is professional or personal, Annie is someone the team can turn to for perspective, reassurance, and thoughtful advice. We are incredibly fortunate to have her here and grateful for everything she brings to Les Amis.
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Daniela
Daniela is known for her vision, creativity, and dedication to each client. With outstanding skills in corrective color, Daniela is also known for her beautiful brunettes and stunning blondes. Daniela is a great listener and she has extensive experience working with Goldwell. Her passion for hair goes beyond just making people look and feel beautiful. She executes amazing haircuts and styles, as well as superb makeup applications. Daniela brings your hair to the next level, transforming any look into an individualized style. Daniela was one of the sweetest people you will ever meet. She grew up in the Bay Area and she’s been passionate about doing hair at a very young age.
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Debra
Debra is one of the most talented hairstylists you will encounter in your lifetime. Wildly gifted, funny, fearless, and beloved by all who book a session with her, Debra is an extraordinary talent. Her passion and enthusiasm for creative color and cuts are all executed with a touch of innovative edge. An incredible member of this team, Debra is a virtuoso hairstylist. When you sit on hair chair, you will be the only person that matters. She gives unconditionally; she respects the process and masters her craft. Debra has a Bachelors of Art degree in Child Development from SF State and lives on the peninsula with her husband and two little daughters.
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Evie
Evie is one of the hardworking members of our support team at Les Amis. A San Mateo local, Evie is currently pursuing her undergraduate degree while also playing an important role in the day-to-day life of the salon. Whether she is helping with appointments, taking care of clients, supporting our hairstylists, or making sure everything stays organized, Evie is always ready to jump in. She has become someone we rely on to know what needs to be done and to help keep everything moving seamlessly. Her reliability, helpful nature, and willingness to support everyone around her make her an invaluable part of Les Amis.
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Fiona
Fiona is one of the talented assistants at Les Amis. While attending cosmetology school in San Mateo, she is also gaining hands-on experience at the salon, helping care for clients, supporting our hairstylists, and keeping everything moving smoothly throughout the day. Fiona is talented, hardworking, and full of potential. She has a natural ability for the industry, and we’re excited to watch her continue to learn, grow, and develop her craft. We have high hopes that one day she’ll make the transition from assistant to stylist and continue her journey as part of the Les Amis team.
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Jackie
Jackie greets everyone she meets with calm warmth and emanates positive energy by pampering each client, which is only one of the reasons it’s been a pleasure to have her at the Les Amis Salon. Whether it's a subtle spark or creating big change, Jackie generates that excitement without ego, gently encouraging clients to get unstuck whenever they’re ready to move in a beautiful new direction. Incredibly patient and boasting an experience spanning over 2 decades, Jackie brings focused precision to her work by showcasing beautiful creative colors and balayages. Jackie is incredibly hard working and tremendously talented known for her unfaltering attention to detail.
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Eileen
Having qualifications in haircut artistry allows Eileen to bring to bear an understanding of the finer points of fashion styling and a sensitivity to mode and structure that gives a boldness and contemporary edge to all her clients. Eileen’s styling skills are equally in demand for long hair styling, weddings, or formal occasions. Eileen’s artistic vision and attention to detail have earned them a loyal clientele and a reputation as one of the best in the business. When not behind the chair, Eileen enjoys mentoring aspiring stylists, contributing to artistic projects, and sharing her expertise through workshops and social media.
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Jennifer
Jennifer’s passion for art started from a young age. She grew up watching her sister play with hair and make up and knew from early on that is what she wanted to do. All throughout school, Jennifer excelled in art classes and finally translated her passion from paper and ink to brushes and hair. Jennifer has attended many Bumble and Bumble styling and cutting classes in addition to Goldwell’s advanced color and cut classes. Jennifer is dedicated to making clients feel beautiful inside and out. The most rewarding part of her job is when her client’s face is filled with happiness. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys drawing, loves to hang out with her dog, and spending time outdoors.
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Jocelyn
Jocelyn is a certified Master Colorist by Goldwell and trained in New York, but more importantly, Jocelyn is one of a kind! She will make sure you get acquainted with her relatively quickly with her gentle smile and magical charm. One of the most hard-working people, Jocelyn has demonstrated exceptional dedication, talent and likability. She possesses unprecedented multitasking ability, operating without a fret and without ever forgetting to don a smile. In unexpected fashion, she will undoubtedly captivate you by her mesmerizing haircuts and color techniques. Jocelyn has been trained in NYC to meet the utmost standards of Les Amis and our clientele. In addition to her natural skill, she’s booked time and again for her consistent efficiency and laid-back charm. Indeed, she’s a delightful and integral presence within Les Amis Salon.
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Kate
Meet Kate, one of the friendly and dependable faces at our front desk. A San Mateo local who grew up right here in the community, Kate brings warmth, great communication, and exceptional client service to everything she does. While also attending school, she somehow manages to stay on top of everything and is always ready to jump in wherever she’s needed. Kate is the kind of teammate who rarely says no—whether it’s helping a client, supporting a stylist, or taking on a new task, she’s always up for it and gets it done. Easygoing, reliable, and genuinely helpful, she gets along with everyone and is an important part of the Les Amis team.
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Katelyn
Katelyn brings her world class education to all stylist within Les Amis. She assumes the responsibility of becoming our salon educator and salon manager at Les Amis. She is known for her vision, creativity and dedication to each client with outstanding skills in coloring services. She has extensive experience working with Goldwell color line and has attended Bumble University in NYC. Her passion for hair goes beyond just making people look and feel beautiful. Katelyn simply is amazing! She executes stunning haircuts and styles bringing your hair to the next level and transforming any look into an individualized style. She’s audacious, adventurous and down to earth. Katelyn grew up on the Peninsula her entire life and we are so fortunate to have her with us here at Les Amis.
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Katie
With her extensive experience in Goldwell color and elite education on cutting, Katie is the master of her craft. Katie is a certified Master Colorist by Goldwell and trained in New York. Anyone and everyone who sits in her chair feels like they have known her for years, creating a comfortable atmosphere to be pampered. She establishes an inviting experience for anyone who may be conservative about taking their hair to a new level through careful and complete consultations that help to support your vision of what you want your hair to embody. Clients marvel at her color corrective work and she thrives on creating bold and beautiful new looks for those in need of a boost. She is everything you look for in a stylist: Sheer talent, unparallelled energy, the kindest heart and a best friend. Katie’s exacting standards continue to exemplify the professionalism and creativity that clients know they’ll find at Les Amis Salon.
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Kristina
Kristina is a truly gifted hairstylist with a passion for creating stunning color transformations. From rich, dimensional highlights to bold, creative color, she masters it all with skill and precision. She is a master at platinum blonding and correction, while also executing superb men’s hair cuts and styles. Beyond her talent, what truly sets her apart is her selfless and caring nature—she genuinely puts others first, ensuring every client and team-member feels heard, valued, and beautiful. With a heart as big as her talent, Kristina is dedicated to making each salon visit a personalized and uplifting experience. Book with her and experience the artistry and warmth she brings to every appointment!
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Malu (Maria Luisa)
Malu brings a passion for color and a talent for creating stunning highlights, balayage, and creative color that perfectly complement each client’s unique style. Originally from Brazil and after spending about 10 years in Vermont and Massachusetts, Malu has an expert eye for detail, she transforms hair with stunning, customized color and precision men’s haircuts. Her dedication to continued education keeps her at the forefront of the latest trends and techniques, ensuring every client leaves feeling confident and refreshed. Whether you’re looking for a bold new look or a perfectly blended, natural finish, Malu is here to bring your vision to life.
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Nina
Nina is an important part of the support team at Les Amis. A San Mateo local, Nina works at the salon while pursuing her undergraduate degree, balancing school with the many responsibilities that keep our salon running smoothly. From managing appointments and taking care of clients to supporting our hairstylists and keeping the day organized, Nina is always paying attention to the details. She understands what needs to happen behind the scenes and is constantly stepping in wherever she is needed. Our salon simply wouldn’t run as efficiently without her, and we’re incredibly grateful to have her on our team.
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Samantha
Blessed with a natural sense of style and a sharp eye for beauty, Samantha brings unwavering attention to detail in a peaceful setting. Samantha is a certified Master Colorist trained by Goldwell in New York. She is warm, confident and intuitive. Her personality and smile can draw you in, and she has integrated various cut and color techniques into her repertoire. She is an incredibly hard working individual and she aims to please all who sit on her chair. Sam brings inventiveness and majestic technical proficiency to her craft every day. She is intelligent and kind, trustworthy and loyal. Samantha grew up in Sacramento area and has lived in the Bay Area since attending high school.
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Stephanie
Stephanie is a skilled and passionate hairstylist with more than ten years of experience in transforming hair into works of art. Specializing in blonding, curls and shear work, Stephanie stays up to date with the latest education and techniques to ensure the highest quality of work. Stephanie understands the science of hair color, including how different formulas and applications interact with various hair types and textures. She has a keen sense of aesthetics to create multidimensional, harmonious, and vibrant color effects.Stephanie is dedicated to enhancing every client's natural beauty. Stephanie prides herself on building lasting relationships and delivering exceptional results tailored to each individual’s style and needs. she is known for her creativity, attention to detail and ability to stay ahead of trends, Stephanie takes pride in crafting personalized looks that leave clients feeling confident and radiant. Whether you are looking for a bold new style or a subtle refresh, Stephanie ensures an exceptional salon experience tailored to your unique needs.
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Mercy
Mercy is a highly skilled professional who combines artistic vision with technical expertise to create stunning and customized hair color and cut results. With more than 20 years in the beauty industry, Mercy is recognized for her creativity and precision. She specializes in cutting-edge haircuts, stunning color transformations, and personalized styling that enhances each client’s unique features. Throughout her career, Mercy has mastered a wide range of coloring and extension methods, including balayage, ombre and color melting. She has trained with top educators and consistently stay ahead of trends by participating in advanced workshops and certifications. Mercy is deeply committed to client satisfaction, focusing on creating a warm, welcoming environment and delivering customized looks that align with each individual's lifestyle and preferences. Her mission is to inspire confidence and empower clients to look and feel her absolute best.
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Zoe
Zoe is one of the bright and bubbly faces at our front desk. Meticulous, professional, and famously organized (with a serious appreciation for keeping everything spotless), Zoe is always on top of things and ready to help. Her punctuality, reliability, and strong work ethic are matched by her honesty, kindness, and constant smile. Zoe is currently attending Cañada College while working toward becoming a nurse. Whether she’s helping a client, supporting the team, or looking out for a friend, she brings genuine care to everything she does. And when she’s not at Les Amis or studying, there’s a good chance she’s spending time with an animal—she’s a true pet lover.