Salon Tava

Neca Gonzalez

Esthetician providing Makeup Applications, Makeup Lessons, Classic Eyelash Extensions, Lash and Brow Tinting, Brow Waxing, and Lash Lifts
Phone: 619-335-0012

Neca moved around quite a bit growing up – between Maryland, California, and Colorado. In 2015, she got her Esthetician license from Miller-Motte in North Carolina and became certified in many skin services from Microdermabrasion to Chemical Peels. Now out on her own, she realized her true passion for makeup while still incorporating skincare into her applications. She loves taking classes and furthering her education, so she can perfect her skills and provide luxury services while specializing in makeup, lashes, and brows.

Neca spends most of her time with her 2 crazy boys, dancing, traveling, and trying new restaurants.

Shannon Thaxton

Licensed Esthetician
Phone: 719-623-4454
Website: thehairlesshippie.com

Shannon Thaxton is The Hairless Hippie. She is a Licensed Esthetician in both Colorado and Nebraska, specializing in full facial and body speed waxing. She received her education in Esthetics at Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver, CO in 2017, with the initial goal to pursue skincare exclusively. While she loved skincare and all that it entailed, the world of waxing pulled her in. The instant gratification waxing offers superseded the results she was seeing with skincare, and she soon realized the skincare aspect was still highly prevalent when it came to waxing, thus the passion was born.

Shannon honed her waxing skills at some of the top spas in Denver and Omaha until she became a specialist in her craft. Not only does she specialize in waxing itself, but also in connecting with her clients and making them feel at home, even in the most vulnerable states. She prides herself on building long-lasting relationships with her clients, to the point that waxing is just something that happens while she’s catching up on their lives.

Self-care is dominating the world these days and rightfully so, and Shannon is a huge advocate for it. She believes that waxing isn’t just a luxury, but a necessity, and can help you feel your most confident and beautiful, hence loving and caring for yourself on a monthly basis. Because of this, she offers 50% off your first wax, 10% off pre-booked appointments, and referral and military discounts as well.

Shannon is a Colorado native but called Omaha, NE home for a short time while her fiance was stationed there with the Air Force. They became first-time homeowners when they moved back to Colorado, and enjoy ever-evolving home projects, movie marathons, wedding planning, and training their new puppy, Norman.

Amy Johansen

Stylist
Phone: 719-649-2335

Amy is an experienced stylist who prides herself in meeting your expectations. When she is not busy making you look fabulous you can find her hiking the local trails.

A client says, “Amy has done an exceptional job on my hair for years. Her new location has a calming spa-like feel. Love it!”

Elle Brozowski

Stylist
Phone: 801-755-5249

Elle hails from Salt Lake City and moved to Colorado two years ago. She’s been a Paul Mitchell educator for five years, and she loves blow-dry styling. “With the style, I get to showcase my color and cut,” she explains. Her passion is blonding and dimensional color, and nature inspires her work. Elle loves editorial photo shoots, and she knows how fashion repeats itself: “I love mixing and matching old and new trends for a funky, fresh new look. “When she’s not behind the chair, Elle can be found camping, hiking, cycling, painting, crocheting, doing yoga, cooking, or making jewelry. Her mantra? “Contemplate, Collaborate, Create.”

Morgan Lynn

Stylist
Phone: 719-313-1010

 
Morgan is a true native to Colorado Springs. She attended three schools in District 49, few people can attest to that! While in school she excelled in art, especially painting.

Her passion for painting lead her to attend cosmetology school. Morgan attended Paul Mitchell, the School, and quickly fell in love with coloring hair. “Instead of painting on canvas, I now get to paint people’s hair all day and turn them into my living masterpieces,” she explains. Morgan has developed a keen eye for color and loves when her clients give her creative freedom. “Having the ability to completely customize a new look for someone is amazing. Not every color or cut works on everyone, and that’s okay. After a proper consultation about lifestyle, and hair goals I can start working on your one of a kind look,” she says.

In addition to color Morgan also specializes in formal styling. “Getting to be a key part of someone’s special event is the best feeling. Having them look in the mirror and feel beautiful is the most rewarding feeling,” she tells us.

Morgan’s goal with each of her clients is to make them feel confident. If a personalized style and a vote of confidence are what you’re looking for, then schedule an appointment with Morgan today!

Kendra Behrens

Stylist
Phone: 309-690-8321

Kendra started her journey in the world of hair at a young age. When she was a child she would color her Barbie doll’s hair with markers and cut it with scissors. One day she decided to cut her own hair much to her mom’s surprise. Her mom always knew she had a love for hair.

In 2006, she attended the Chicago-based Tricoci University of Beauty Culture and has been honing her craft ever since. Through the years she has obtained certifications including Keratin Complex Treatments, Deva Curl Haircutting, Hot Heads Extensions, and Alfaparf Advanced Colorist.

She has a love for music (playing and listening to it) and loves creating styles based on the subcultures inspired by music genres. She also loves classic, timeless styles, and coloring techniques as well. Whether you have thick, curly, fine or straight hair, Kendra can help you create the hairstyle (and color) for your lifestyle.