About Us

Linsey has been with Valon since 2022. She graduated cosmetology school in 2015 and has done hair, waxing, and administrative work across the industry. She loves to attend classes to keep up with all trends, as the hair world changes constantly. Linsey appreciates all the different styles and techniques that make each hairdresser unique and is honored to be part of a team that encourages each other to be the best they can be.

TT (Tara) has been at Valon since 2006 and in the hair industry since 1996. She has watched and helped the salon grow from 7 employees to 30. As the assistant manager, she strives to make every guest experience a special one. She always takes the opportunity to join the Valon team at hair shows and educational classes to further her knowledge of the beauty industry. She feels fortunate to work with such talented artists every day and watch the work they create. She works to make Valon Salon & Spa the best it can be every day.

Katie joined the Valon front desk team in spring of 2022 as a newcomer to both the beauty industry and the Centreville area. Since coming to the salon, Katie has enjoyed learning about the hair business and loves getting to know all of Valon's guests, regulars and first-time visitors alike. In addition to coordinating the desk, Katie also stepped into the role of content manager at the start of 2023 and now handles Valon's social media and web presence.

Bella is a New York native who's been in the hair industry for two years and trained at Paul Mitchell the School. She knew as soon as she finished high school that she wanted to go into cosmetology. Bella found home within the industry and has been loving and learning every step of the way. Her passions include haircutting and color, ranging from traditional color works to transformative blonding, dimensional, and lived-in color. She especially loves creating a personalized journey for any of her client's hair goals, in color, health, and ideal cut for the cherry on top of every new look.

Brady has been with Valon Salon & Spa since 2000 and in the hair industry since 1985. She has numerous certifications from many different companies. She has extensive experience with color and enjoys working with clients that would like more volume and texture. Brady loves the artistry of her profession. Her specialties include dimensional highlighting/all foiling techniques, corrective coloring, and textured hair cutting on all types of hair.

Dana has been a stylist for 40 years and has been at Valon Salon & Spa since 2005. She has been the salon education director for over 8 years, meaning she is in charge of training the apprentices in Valon Salon & Spa. Education is very important to Dana. To keep her skills up-to-date and see the latest trends, she attends many classes around the country. Her biggest accomplishment is achieving the Artist level in the Philp Pelusi Volumetric Haircutting System. Dana specializes in bobs and pixie cuts.

Jason has been working at Valon Salon & Spa since 2010 and has been in the industry since 1996. He has a passion for coloring and cutting. He truly enjoys having his clients leave with a smile on their faces and a pep in their step. Years of training alongside some of the top professionals in the industry have helped him hone his skills as a master stylist. He's also a former Paul Mitchell color instructor. He believes that “the integrity of my client’s hair is always my top priority.”

Jenny celebrates unique styles and vibrant colors. She specializes in hair extensions, special occasions, and custom color. Jenny has achieved the title of Color Specialist for her extensive education in color, cut, and finishing. Her product knowledge enables her to provide, recommend, and administer the finest hair treatments to create and preserve your new look.

Jiyon has been at Valon Salon & Spa since 2001. She grew up watching her mom style hair and dreamed about making people feel beautiful and happy. She's had a passion for hair and beauty her whole life. She has mastered a wide range of hair techniques, including hair cutting, hair straightening, and dimensional coloring, and she is also certified in Brazilian Blowouts. She continues her education to stay up-to-date on all the latest trends so that she can give clients the look they want. She places a high value on listening to her clients, understanding their needs, and respecting their hair. She ensures her clients will love their hair when they leave her chair.

Pam joined Valon as a stylist at the beginning of 2023 and has been in the hair industry for 3 years. She graduated from Paul Mitchell, where she had the honor of being sent to Hollywood to study under the school's top stylists as a recipient of the "First 100" award. Pam is certified in Brazilian Blowouts as well as multiple hair extension methods. She loves working on all hair textures and offers a variety of services, from custom color and blonding to updos and extensions.

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Tina started her career as a hairstylist in NYC in 1987, working under some of the best stylists in the country. She has been with Valon since 2002. She enjoys traveling around the country to further her education at national shows and academies and has even traveled internationally to Japan and Taiwan to learn specialized scalp treatments. She has also been invited to participate in fashion shows in NYC multiple times. Tina says, “Valon Salon & Spa is like no other salon. We work as a team, and it makes for such a great environment for our clients.”

Elizabeth has worked at Valon Salon since 2007. Valon has been a place that has taught her how to not only pamper our clients, but to give them an overall amazing experience. She has received certifications from Philip Pelusi, Nioxin Scalp Therapy, Joico Shiatsu Scalp treatments, and attends many customer service classes. She believes that she is granted the opportunity to turn someone’s day around. She always maintains a positive attitude and tries her best to make our guests feel that they are her number one priority.

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Claudia is from Bolivia and has been a massage therapist since 2009. Claudia's philosophy is to treat each client as a unique person and to ensure they get the full Valon experience. She is always happy to help her clients improve areas of their body that cause discomfort. She specializes in pressure point massages that help ease pain, improve sleep, strengthen circulation, and eliminate toxins.

Mare has been at Valon since 2015 and has been a Master Esthetician since 2013. She attends ongoing training at the International Dermal Institute. She is a certified Dermalogica Specialist, and her specialties include facials, peels, and microdermabrasions. Mare is dedicated to each client and enjoys helping them achieve the healthiest looking skin possible. She has worked with all skin types from acne, to aging, to the most sensitive skin types. She enjoys sharing her knowledge for long term, beautiful, healthy, glowing skin.

Tara has been working at Valon since 2008 and has been in the beauty industry since 1999. Her training began in NYC, where she worked for 8 years and trained under some of the best in the industry. She specializes in waxing, pedicures, manicures, and the shellac gel polish technique. She loves to provide her guests with exceptional service, a relaxing environment, and a soothing massage with her pedicures and manicures.