Meet Our Talented Stylists
FINDING INSPIRATION FROM EVERY CLIENT
Village 9 Salon is renowned not only for its highly-skilled stylists and master nail technician but also for the superior customer satisfaction our Clients receive. Our independent stylists are upbeat and full of ideas to make you feel amazing—inside and out.
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OUR STYLISTS
KELLY DEGEAR
Owner of Village 9 Salon & Stylist
Clinical Trichologist and Fine Hair Specialist. Exceptional colorist in all techniques and applications. Expert in grey hair blends for those not quite ready to go grey, and/or looking for lower maintenance color schedules. Values client appointments with being consistently on time.
Hair thinning or loss is addressed in the clinic with privacy and confidentiality. Kelly offers many therapies to achieve scalp health and optimal hair growth. Therapies include, in clinic low level laser therapy, growth factors for cell rejuvenation, topical scalp serums, including minoxidil with optimal skin absorption, and a combination of hair and scalp care products.
TERESA BAILEY
Stylist
MARLYS HOWARD
Stylist
Teresa has been doing what she loves for more than 25 years. She keeps up with the ever changing trends by attending hair shows and virtual classes on a continual basis. Teresa is a very detail oriented hairstylist who takes the time to listen to her clients. Taking care of people and helping them feel their very best is her main goal.​​​​​​​​​​​​
Marlys studied at the Sebastian School in Woodland Hills, CA, a Paul Mitchell extensive workshop in Las Vegas, NV, as well as participating in many hair shows in the Metropolitan Washington area.
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She loves Pinterest, Style publications, and decorating.
JACKIE NOLAN (PHIM)
Master Nail Technician
Jackie offers her Clientele with almost ten years experience in nail care and body hair removal through waxing. She prides herself in specializing in “everything about nails”, especially liquid gels.
JULIE PRICE
Stylist
Julie has over 20 years of experience as a hairstylist. She is a Paul Mitchell Champion, certified in Paul Mitchell color. Julie loves doing hair and making people feel good about themselves. She takes pride in her work and it's evident in how her clients look and feel when they leave her chair. She's happy to help you choose, whether it's maintaining your current style or finding something new!
KNIKKI RUFFIN
Stylist
A master stylist for over 12 years, Knikki specializes in ethnic hair care and design. She assists her Clients in determining the best services for their needs. Her sophisticated, chic, urban, styling techniques are designed to make her Clients’ experience enjoyable and leave them feeling inspired! The fun, high-energy atmosphere she creates for her Clients makes the visit one to remember with a new hairstyle people will admire. Knikki offers hair cutting and styling, hair extensions, coloring, highlights, caramelizing, relaxers, formal up-dos, extensions, dreadlock maintenance, and Japanese straighteners.
MICHAEL VO
Stylist
Michael has 30 years of experience as a stylist with professional training from Springfield Beauty Academy. His knowledge of color, his talent and inspiration will compliment any client's and will deliver a refreshing and amazing look.
Michael is a Brazilian Keratin Treatment certified professional and is always seeking a better way to improving your beauty. Michael’s goals are to provide a completely satisfied customer with his professionalism, knowledge in color and techniques.
TANIA VALASCO
Stylist
Tania, having curly hair herself, works with Clients to achieve natural, healthy and defined curls. She also enjoys creating color dimension on all hair types. Our Amazing Tania also speaks Spanish and has evening hours.
JESSI STICKLEY
Stylist
With over 8 years of stylist experience, Jessi offers all color services and highlighting techniques, including hand painting. Long and short cuts welcome.
JACKIE KALEPP
Stylist
With over 30 years of experience, Jackie provides all hair services with specialties in short cuts, perms, and the classic wash and set services.
AMANDA TANTLINGER
Stylist
With over 2 years' experience and a passion for hair that started since she was young, Amanda is a proud Paul Mitchell alum and possesses a drive for continued education for all lnew and trending looks. Amanda's role is to create cuts and colors you'll love.