Technicians

Hair

PAYTON

REGAN

Owner & Stylist 

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Payton has been in the salon industry since 2004. Starting as a salon coordinator then becoming a successful stylist as his career grew. He is proud to share his years of experience and expertise as the owner of Techne Salon. Payton's strengths are hair coloring, hair cutting and hair extensions. 

CAITLYN

TIETZ

Stylist 

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Caitlyn has been a hair stylist since 2011. She has lived throughout Iowa but has chosen Des Moines as her permanent home to raise her beautiful family. Her welcoming and cheerful personality make for an enjoyable experience.  She specializes in women's haircuts and coloring however she is well versed in all hair services. 

LISA

KLEIN

Stylist 

Lisa has been a hair stylist for over 20 years in salons throughout Iowa and Dallas Texas. She's experienced at styling for fashion shows, photo shoots and weddings. She specializes in creating custom hair cuts and colors to suit her guests lifestyle.

ASHLEY

SUTTON

Stylist 

Ashley began her career in 1996 and has been growing her business ever since. She has studied under various companies including Aveda, Bumble, Aquage, American Crew and Kevin Murphy. Her focus is on hair cutting and color for women and men. She continues to be inspired by her clients and the ever-changing industry.

ABBY

RUTHERFORD

Stylist 

Abby has had a passion for doing hair ever since she was a child. She graduated from La'James College in 2011. In her years of being a hairstylist she has also worked for beauty supply companies giving her a vast knowledge of the most current products. Some of her specialties in hair include color (especially for blondes), styling and hair extensions. 

SPA

KAYLI

HANDLOS

Esthetician

Kayli is an Esthetician who obtained her esthetics license and began her career as an Esthetician in July 2014. With a background in medical esthetics, she possesses a special talent for analyzing the skin, performing extractions, and determining a successful plan of treatment for the best results. Kayli believes that investing in your skin is a benefit that lasts a lifetime. 

ERICA

VALDEZ

NP-C

Erica has over 10 years of combined medical experience. She graduated from the University of Iowa with a masters degree in 2012 and started in the realm of family and emergency medicine. But her passion for skin health and aesthetic procedure grew strong and became her main focus. She provides a range of treatments that help keep the skin healthy and can help deter the effects of aging.

CYN

KILDARE

NP-C

Cyn has been a Nurse Practitioner since 2010. Before then she was a nursing professor and enjoyed the teaching life. After working many years in Family Medicine and Urgent Care she has now expanded into the world of Aesthetic Treatments and looks forward to helping people enhance the vision they have for themselves. 

massage

CHANEL

LEADER

Esthetician & Massage Therapist

Chanel is a dual licensed Esthetician and Massage Therapist. She studied at the Aveda Institute of Des Moines and began her career in 2017. She provides a variety of different services including massage, customized facial treatments and waxing. Chanel has a passion for helping people feel comfortable and confident in the skin they’re in.

Nails

MARGIE

CLAEYS

Nail Technician

Margie started her career in Michigan, graduating from Wayne Starr School of Cosmetology in 1997. She moved to Iowa in 2000 with her family. Over the past 22 years she has had the opportunity to use a wide selection of nail products and systems. Her favorite products are CND Sellac and OPI Powder Perfection. The nail industry is always evolving, she looks forward to see what comes out next to share with her clients!