
Technicians

Hair
PAYTON
Regan
Owner & Stylist
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.


LISA
McIntyre
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.
AARON
Koontz
Stylist
Aaron has been a stylist since 2016. After spending the last four years in Omaha, he is establishing Des Moines as his home base. He enjoys doing hair services of all types, and enjoys blondes and vivid colors.
KELLY
Evans
Stylist
Kelly has been in the industry since 2009, starting in marketing at a Cosmetology school and diving in behind the chair the last 10 years. Education is key and she enjoys being a day-maker. Her expertise is partnering the perfect cut and color and enjoys getting her hands in a great updo!
ABBY
Breckenridge
Stylist
Abby is an Iowa native and has proudly been behind the chair since 2003. She is dedicated to providing the best salon experience and continues to be inspired through frequent advanced training courses (hands on/virtual). She is passionate about "the small details" so you will always leave guaranteed to look and feel your best.

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.

massage
KATY
BIRD
Katy is a certified massage therapist who relocated to Des Moines from Kansas City. Previously in her career she was the owner of a brand and manufacturing company that produced high quality leather goods. Life changes and new passions led her to finding work in the self-care business. Katy has always had a passion for helping people feel their best, so massage therapy seemed like the obvious choice. Through her experience, Katy understands the importance and need for stress relief practices and care.

