MEET OUR TEAM
Liz & Alex
SHE/HER
CO-OWNERs
Liz and Alex are continuing the legacy Hair Junkie as the new owners, bringing their passion for the beauty industry and a wealth of experience to their venture. Their journey began in 1998 when they first met and quickly forged a lasting friendship.
In 2020, they seized the opportunity to take over the ownership of Hair Junkie, a pivotal moment that allowed them to transform their shared dreams into reality. With their combined expertise and determination, Liz and Alex have taken the salon to new heights.
Alex boasts over 20 years of experience in the service industry, having excelled in various roles such as Hair Junkie’s front desk lead and manager, merchandising, and graphic design. This diverse background has equipped her with invaluable skills in creating an exceptional customer experience and ensuring a visually appealing salon environment.
On the other hand, Liz has been an integral part of the Hair Junkie team since 2004, specializing in colour and client care. Her extensive knowledge and artistic flair have earned her a reputation for delivering behind the chair while prioritizing the individual needs and desires of her clients.
Together, Liz and Alex have forged a cohesive partnership, dedicated to fostering a thriving space for their incredible team. They strive to provide an environment where every team member can flourish, pursuing their passion and delivering high-quality services to their cherished clientele. At Hair Junkie Salon, their shared vision is to create an atmosphere of creativity, skill, and excellence, making it the go-to destination for all haircare needs.
Beth
she/her
customer care
After being a loyal client of Hair Junkie since 2007, I decided I had to be a part of the team. I work full-time for a tech company and split my part-time role between Hair Junkie and Spa Junkie. I love getting to know our clients and giving them a chuckle at the front desk. I love the energy of the salon and taking care of our clients.
Favourite Product:
Kerastase Blond Absolu Purple Mask
Favourite Food:
Mashed Potatoes
Favourite Movie:
The Sound of Music
Favourite Book:
Summer Sisters By Judy Blume
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be:
Save your money!
Dream vacation:
Hawaii
If I won the lottery:
Pay off debt and take friends & family on vacation
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Being able to transport anywhere
One thing I couldn’t live without:
Tea!
First job:
Curating a small one-room schoolhouse museum
Ellie
SHE/THEY
customer care
I’m no stylist but I’ve definitely given (and received) my hair share of bathroom style changes. I am a visual arts student at the University of Ottawa and I love art history, colour theory and photography.
Favourite Product:
Living Proof Dry Shampoo.
Favourite food:
Shafali Bazaar’s Tikka Wrap in the Byward Market
Favourite Movie:
Smoke (1995) or But I’m a Cheerleader (1999)
Favourite Book:
Currently tied between F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “This Side of Paradise” and the more divisive Ottessa Moshfeigh’s “My Year of Rest & Relaxation.”
Advice for past-self:
Your hair is curly! Stop dry brushing it! You look like a vase!!
Dream Vacation:
I’ve wanted to go to Florence, Italy to spend a day weeping in the Uffizi Gallery since my senior year of high school.
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
Nan Goldin.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Probably something irresponsible.
One thing you couldn’t live without
A camera on hand at all times
First job:
Decorating Cakes & serving ice cream at Baskin Robins
Louis
He/Him
customer care
Favourite Product:
Revive One Shampoo
Favourite Food:
All Cheese is good cheese
Favourite Movie:
Little Shop of Horrors
Favourite TV Show:
Difficult People, The Real Housewives of…(all of them)
Favourite Book:
Just Kids by Patti Smith
Favourite Podcast:
You Must Remember This
If I could meet anyone:
Joan Rivers
When I’m not answering phones I’m:
Lounging with my cats Julius and Mariah
If I won the lottery:
My cats would eat sushi every day
Dream Vacation:
Greece
One thing I couldn’t live without:
My espresso pot
Greatest Inspiration:
My Mother
Alicia
She/Her
STYLIST
Alicia is a hairstylist of 6 years and loves every minute of it as every day is different. She has been a Contessa finalist once and semi-finalist twice and loves the creative outlet she gets when doing hair competitions with a passion for learning new skills and techniques. Alicia will always take advantage of any classes she can. She currently has done classes on balayage multi-cutting/styling as well as vivid and colour classes. She loves working with extensions + vivids but is well experienced in all colour, cut and up-do. services Alicia is a passionate stylist, a very joyful person, and always treats her clients with love + respect.
Favourite Product?
Brooklyn Blowout
Favorite food?
Steak Dinner
Favorite Movie?
Anything Disney or dumb action movies
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be?
Be patient with yourself
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are..?
Reading or Crafting
Accomplishments you’re most proud of?
Finalist in Contessas on my first submission + semi-finalist for the other 2 submissions
Favorite book?
Fourth Wing Series
Dream Vacation?
Iceland
If you could meet anybody, who would it be?
The Doctor
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Buy a house
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Freeze time so I can read
One thing you couldn’t live without?
Insulin + coffee.
First job?
Hotel Housekeeping
Allie
She/Her
STYLIST
After receiving a degree in Psychology from Carleton University, Allie decided that she needed something more hands-on. She started as an assistant and worked her way up in a few salons and graduated from the Ottawa Academy for Hairstyling. After learning about Hair Junkie from a Co-worker, she was hooked! She joined the team in 2015 and calls it her second home. In the past few years, she has taken courses in Living Proof, Balayage, Redken colour, and Redken Cutting, and has others in her sights! With her 10+ years in the industry, she was a great fit to take on an educational role with the apprentices. She loves to teach and learn.
Favourite Product:
Living Proof Dry Shampoo.
Perfect for the mom on the go!
Favourite food:
Presidents Choice White Mac&Cheese
Favourite Movie:
Rear Window
Advice for past-self:
Take a deep breath!
Dream Vacation:
Definitely Seychelles Islands!
Greatest inspiration:
My Mum! She’s a badass!
Favourite book:
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Buy all the first Editions I could!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
With my family on some adventure.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
My kids & My marriage.
One thing you couldn’t live without
COFFEE! All of the coffee, please don’t take the coffee away!
Emma
SHE/HER
STYLIST
Emma is our resident rainbow aficionado. Helplessly passionate and creative, she works full-time behind the chair and specializes in colour. Whether it be creative colour or highlights, she’s ready to serve her clients! Her work has been seen internationally in publications and she works on photoshoots & in the world of fashion to express her creativity and bring new and innovative ideas to her work in the Salon.
Favourite food:
Fruit and Burritos (not together)
Question? Does tequila count as food?
Favourite Movie:
Anything that features Johnny Depp or is made by Disney
Advice for past-self:
Blonde box dye will not look as cute as you think, it’s a mistake, put down the box!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Most likely playing Minecraft, watching true crime documentaries or hanging out with my dog!
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
Putting myself through High School and College by working several jobs at once. It was hard, but 100% worth it because now I get to make people feel beautiful every day!
Favourite book:
I’m a sucker for anything Sarah Dessen because I have the reading tastes of a 13-year-old girl.
Dream Vacation:
I would go on an education tour! I really want to train with Vidal Sassoon in London and take classes with Pulp Riot all around the world!
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
I would give anything for a day with Keanu Reeves, what a wholesome man! He plays all these crazy action roles but is also one of the nicest humans ever!
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Pshhh, I’ve already got one! It’s Emma Scissorhands
First job:
Newspaper delivery. I proudly distributed the Algoma News for a couple of years in elementary school before getting a job at the local Grocery Store.
Grace
SHE/HER
STYLIST
Having a love for art her whole life, Grace was inspired to pursue Hair Styling. She loves to learn and takes as many classes as she can to advance her education. This allows her to go above and beyond to personalize her services for each person. Cutting and Updo’s are a favourite of hers, but a fun colour thrown into the mix is always welcome to help spruce up or enhance her client’s style.
If you are worried about cuts or styles suiting your lifestyle, Grace is good at suggesting options to make it work for you at home with tips and tricks.
Favourite Product:
Living Proof Flex Hairspray.
It is your before, during and after styler.
Favourite food:
Now, there is a difference, I love Potatoes as a food, but if we are talking meals, then Chili is my go-to.
What the heck, let’s make it Chili Poutine!
Favourite TV Show:
The Office
Advice to past self:
Everything that happens is something you can learn from for next time.
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Playing sports, watching a sitcom, or hanging out with friends.
Favourite Book:
Divergent
Dream Vacation:
I would love to take an infinite amount of time to travel the world. But Would Love to someday vacation in Greece.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
If we are talking Cash For Life, I would travel the world. If we are talking about a sum of money, I would save it and just live comfortably.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Humour and Sarcasm
First Job:
Old Navy for 3 years.
Juliana
SHE/HER
STYLIST
Juliana’s childhood dream was to be in fashion. Growing up in Greece, she started in the business at an early age and eventually attended school in Athens. A natural talent, Juliana has padded her resume with numerous achievements through education. An expert in all things Kerastase, having trained at their flagship New York City headquarters, Juliana is our “go to girl” when it comes to their line.
Juliana has covered the continent, honing her skill at every level of the business. She has been to New York City & Mexico with Kerastase, Vidal Sassoon Academy in London England and Montreal and Las Vegas with Redken, on top of ongoing training here in Ottawa
Pleasant and easy to talk to, Juliana is our little touch of Europe, right here at Hair Junkie.
Favourite Product:
Kerastase Elixir Ultime Oil.
Favourite food:
Pizza, but Pizza from Italy to be exact!
Favourite Movie:
Nocturnal Animals
Favourite book:
Perfume
Dream Vacation:
Bora Bora
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Taking an adventure with my two lovely boys.
If you could meet anybody, who would it be?
Matthew McConaughey
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Travel the world
One thing you couldn’t live without?
Any Kerastase Product! This line is pure Gold!
First job?
A Hair Stylist. It was my first and probably my last job!
Kyle
HE/HIM
STYLIST
.
Kyle is a creative artist who loves to show his expression through fashion and visual arts. With 8 years of experience in Hairstyling and graduating in Toronto at the Fiorio Beauty Academy, he continues to grow and educate himself to this day. Having competed in industry competitions and completing his Master Colorist training, Kyle loves creating lived-in balayage looks. Ready to tackle challenges that come his way with passion, creativity, and a smile; he’ll educate you on hair questions and theory and bring you closer to loving and understanding the crown that is our hair.
Favourite food:
A big bowl of rice and curry
Favourite Movie:
Repo the Genetic Opera
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be?
Don’t be a in hurry to grow up, you’ll miss more moments than you realize.
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are…:
Obsessing over anime and video games like a good nerd.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
Making Top 5 for Canada in a Global Hair Competition
Who is your greatest inspiration:
Beatrice Arthur
Dream Vacation:
Prague! All the castles! It’s so fantasy!
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
The singer/artist Lights!
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
I would probably buy a school bus, reno it and live off-grid.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
My cats, of course.
Leah
SHE/HER
STYLIST
After Graduating from the 2-year hairstyling program at Algonquin College, Leah apprenticed for 2 years more before joining the Hair Junkie Team! She was eager and ready to take on the Hair Styling world! She has since completed Redken courses in Curly Hair, Barbering and Blonde Mastery. She constantly steps out of her comfort zone in search of new techniques.
Favourite Product:
I have two! Living Proof Dry Volume Blast, and Kerastase Reflection Masque Chromatique.
Favourite food:
Sushi.
Favourite Movie:
10 Things I Hate About You.
Advice to past self:
Calm down and enjoy my youth!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Travelling, camping, with my family.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
My Daughter.
Greatest inspiration:
My Daughter.
Dream Vacation:
Bali.
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
Johnny Cash.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
Move to Vancouver Island and travel the world.
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Mystique from X-Men.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Hot sauce.
First Job:
Perkins.
Naj
HE/HIM
STYLIST
.
For more than three decades in the Hair and Beauty business, Naj has been through several eras of fashion changes and experiences. His passion for his craft, awareness of new trends and product knowledge are reinforced with continuous advanced courses and involvement with very talented and devoted artists.
Blowouts, Hair Designing all textures and shapes, Coloring expertise, Keratin Smoothing, volumizing perms, and body waves are only a few of his many talents. Naj offers proper diagnosis and recommendations for each client offering the best and most suitable home care routines and products to achieve it every day. Starting with a consultation at every visit, he listens attentively to client needs and desires to achieve maximum satisfaction.
Advice to past self:
Listen to Better Advice!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
I am always doing something, like a jack of all trades.
Accomplishments you are most proud of:
My Grandchildren.
Dream Vacation:
The Mediterranean
Greatest inspiration?
Gibran Khalil Gibran
If you could meet anyone, who would it:
Dali Lama
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
Give it to the needy.
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Transporter.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Coffee.
First Job:
Sweeping hair.
Ryan
HE/THEY
STYLIST
.
I’ve been working as a stylist for 10 years and I’m always seeking out new ways and techniques to do the job I love. My favourite thing is working with my clients to create vivid and lived-in dimensional colours and styles that they’ll be able to recreate themselves at home. I take great pride in having detailed consultations to ensure that my clients feel heard and to get them as close to their hair goals as possible.
Favourite product:
Redken’s ABC leave-in treatment, I love the whole system actually.
Favourite food:
Stir fry and fajitas!
Favourite movie:
Jurassic Park
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Watching horror movies or playing video games, badly.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
Anytime I get to give a queer person the hair of their dreams it gives me the warm and fuzzies, I love getting to help people feel comfortable with themselves.
Favourite book:
Jurassic Park… I never grew out of my dinosaur phase.
Dream vacation:
Anywhere hot where I can go snorkelling.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
Start a hobby farm with LOTS of different animals.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Did someone already say coffee?
First Job:
Cashier at Rexall
Safiya
STYLIST
.
Safiya is an accomplished stylist with six years of experience, trained in India and Ottawa. Safiya specializes in colouring techniques such as blondes, vivids, and reds and is an expert in styling like up-dos, weddings and special occasions. Safiya’s passion for creativity and attention to detail consistently shines through in her work.
Favourite Product?
Redken ABC
Favorite food?
Pizza
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be?
Don’t take science in highschool
Accomplishments you’re most proud of?
Proud of being a hairdresser and will always be
Dream Vacation?
Paris / Maldives
If you won the lottery, what would
you do with it?
Travel the world
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
I would love to have wings, so I could fly
One thing you couldn’t live without?
My Phone
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MEET OUR
TEAM
Liz & Alex
SHE/HER
CO-OWNERs
Liz and Alex are continuing the legacy Hair Junkie as the new owners, bringing their passion for the beauty industry and a wealth of experience to their venture. Their journey began in 1998 when they first met and quickly forged a lasting friendship.
In 2020, they seized the opportunity to take over the ownership of Hair Junkie, a pivotal moment that allowed them to transform their shared dreams into reality. With their combined expertise and determination, Liz and Alex have taken the salon to new heights.
Alex boasts over 20 years of experience in the service industry, having excelled in various roles such as Hair Junkie’s front desk lead and manager, merchandising, and graphic design. This diverse background has equipped her with invaluable skills in creating an exceptional customer experience and ensuring a visually appealing salon environment.
On the other hand, Liz has been an integral part of the Hair Junkie team since 2004, specializing in colour and client care. Her extensive knowledge and artistic flair have earned her a reputation for delivering behind the chair while prioritizing the individual needs and desires of her clients.
Together, Liz and Alex have forged a cohesive partnership, dedicated to fostering a thriving space for their incredible team. They strive to provide an environment where every team member can flourish, pursuing their passion and delivering high-quality services to their cherished clientele. At Hair Junkie Salon, their shared vision is to create an atmosphere of creativity, skill, and excellence, making it the go-to destination for all haircare needs.
Beth
she/her
customer care
After being a loyal client of Hair Junkie since 2007, I decided I had to be a part of the team. I work full-time for a tech company and split my part-time role between Hair Junkie and Spa Junkie. I love getting to know our clients and giving them a chuckle at the front desk. I love the energy of the salon and taking care of our clients.
Favourite Product:
Kerastase Blond Absolu Purple Mask
Favourite Food:
Mashed Potatoes
Favourite Movie:
The Sound of Music
Favourite Book:
Summer Sisters By Judy Blume
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be:
Save your money!
Dream vacation:
Hawaii
If I won the lottery:
Pay off debt and take friends & family on vacation
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Being able to transport anywhere
One thing I couldn’t live without:
Tea!
First job:
Curating a small one-room schoolhouse museum
Ellie
SHE/THEY
customer care
I’m no stylist but I’ve definitely given (and received) my hair share of bathroom style changes. I am a visual arts student at the University of Ottawa and I love art history, colour theory and photography.
Favourite Product:
Living Proof Dry Shampoo.
Favourite food:
Shafali Bazaar’s Tikka Wrap in the Byward Market
Favourite Movie:
Smoke (1995) or But I’m a Cheerleader (1999)
Favourite Book:
Currently tied between F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “This Side of Paradise” and the more divisive Ottessa Moshfeigh’s “My Year of Rest & Relaxation.”
Advice for past-self:
Your hair is curly! Stop dry brushing it! You look like a vase!!
Dream Vacation:
I’ve wanted to go to Florence, Italy to spend a day weeping in the Uffizi Gallery since my senior year of high school.
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
Nan Goldin.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Probably something irresponsible.
One thing you couldn’t live without
A camera on hand at all times
First job:
Decorating Cakes & serving ice cream at Baskin Robins
Louis
He/Him
customer care
Favourite Product:
Revive One Shampoo
Favourite Food:
All Cheese is good cheese
Favourite Movie:
Little Shop of Horrors
Favourite TV Show:
Difficult People, The Real Housewives of…(all of them)
Favourite Book:
Just Kids by Patti Smith
Favourite Podcast:
You Must Remember This
If I could meet anyone:
Joan Rivers
When I’m not answering phones I’m:
Lounging with my cats Julius and Mariah
If I won the lottery:
My cats would eat sushi every day
Dream Vacation:
Greece
One thing I couldn’t live without:
My espresso pot
Greatest Inspiration:
My Mother
Alicia
She/her
stylist
Alicia is a hairstylist of 6 years and loves every minute of it as every day is different. She has been a Contessa finalist once and semi-finalist twice and loves the creative outlet she gets when doing hair competitions with a passion for learning new skills and techniques. Alicia will always take advantage of any classes she can. She currently has done classes on balayage multi-cutting/styling as well as vivid and colour classes. She loves working with extensions + vivids but is well experienced in all colour, cut and up-do. services Alicia is a passionate stylist, a very joyful person, and always treats her clients with love + respect.
Favourite Product?
Brooklyn Blowout
Favorite food?
Steak Dinner
Favorite Movie?
Anything Disney or dumb action movies
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be?
Be patient with yourself
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are..?
Reading or Crafting
Accomplishments you’re most proud of?
Finalist in Contessas on my first submission + semi-finalist for the other 2 submissions
Favorite book?
Fourth Wing Series
Dream Vacation?
Iceland
If you could meet anybody, who would it be?
The Doctor
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Buy a house
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Freeze time so I can read
One thing you couldn’t live without?
Insulin + coffee.
First job?
Hotel Housekeeping
Allie
She/Her
STYLIST
After receiving a degree in Psychology from Carleton University, Allie decided that she needed something more hands-on. She started as an assistant and worked her way up in a few salons and graduated from the Ottawa Academy for Hairstyling. After learning about Hair Junkie from a Co-worker, she was hooked! She joined the team in 2015 and calls it her second home. In the past few years, she has taken courses in Living Proof, Balayage, Redken colour, and Redken Cutting, and has others in her sights! With her 10+ years in the industry, she was a great fit to take on an educational role with the apprentices. She loves to teach and learn.
Favourite Product:
Living Proof Dry Shampoo.
Perfect for the mom on the go!
Favourite food:
Presidents Choice White Mac&Cheese
Favourite Movie:
Rear Window
Advice for past-self:
Take a deep breath!
Dream Vacation:
Definitely Seychelles Islands!
Greatest inspiration:
My Mum! She’s a badass!
Favourite book:
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Buy all the first Editions I could!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
With my family on some adventure.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
My kids & My marriage.
One thing you couldn’t live without
COFFEE! All of the coffee, please don’t take the coffee away!
Emma
SHE/HER
STYLIST
Emma is our resident rainbow aficionado. Helplessly passionate and creative, she works full-time behind the chair and specializes in colour. Whether it be creative colour or highlights, she’s ready to serve her clients! Her work has been seen internationally in publications and she works on photoshoots & in the world of fashion to express her creativity and bring new and innovative ideas to her work in the Salon.
Favourite food:
Fruit and Burritos (not together)
Question? Does tequila count as food?
Favourite Movie:
Anything that features Johnny Depp or is made by Disney
Advice for past-self:
Blonde box dye will not look as cute as you think, it’s a mistake, put down the box!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Most likely playing Minecraft, watching true crime documentaries or hanging out with my dog!
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
Putting myself through High School and College by working several jobs at once. It was hard, but 100% worth it because now I get to make people feel beautiful every day!
Favourite book:
I’m a sucker for anything Sarah Dessen because I have the reading tastes of a 13-year-old girl.
Dream Vacation:
I would go on an education tour! I really want to train with Vidal Sassoon in London and take classes with Pulp Riot all around the world!
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
I would give anything for a day with Keanu Reeves, what a wholesome man! He plays all these crazy action roles but is also one of the nicest humans ever!
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?:
Pshhh, I’ve already got one! It’s Emma Scissorhands
First job:
Newspaper delivery. I proudly distributed the Algoma News for a couple of years in elementary school before getting a job at the local Grocery Store.
Grace
SHE/HER
STYLIST
Having a love for art her whole life, Grace was inspired to pursue Hair Styling. She loves to learn and takes as many classes as she can to advance her education. This allows her to go above and beyond to personalize her services for each person. Cutting and Updo’s are a favourite of hers, but a fun colour thrown into the mix is always welcome to help spruce up or enhance her client’s style.
If you are worried about cuts or styles suiting your lifestyle, Grace is good at suggesting options to make it work for you at home with tips and tricks.
Favourite Product:
Living Proof Flex Hairspray.
It is your before, during and after styler.
Favourite food:
Now, there is a difference, I love Potatoes as a food, but if we are talking meals, then Chili is my go-to.
What the heck, let’s make it Chili Poutine!
Favourite TV Show:
The Office
Advice to past self:
Everything that happens is something you can learn from for next time.
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are: Playing sports, watching a sitcom, or hanging out with friends.
Favourite Book:
Divergent
Dream Vacation:
I would love to take an infinite amount of time to travel the world. But Would Love to someday vacation in Greece.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
If we are talking Cash For Life, I would travel the world. If we are talking about a sum of money, I would save it and just live comfortably.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Humour and Sarcasm
First Job:
Old Navy for 3 years.
Juliana
SHE/HER
STYLIST
Juliana’s childhood dream was to be in fashion. Growing up in Greece, she started in the business at an early age and eventually attended school in Athens. A natural talent, Juliana has padded her resume with numerous achievements through education. An expert in all things Kerastase, having trained at their flagship New York City headquarters, Juliana is our “go to girl” when it comes to their line.
Juliana has covered the continent, honing her skill at every level of the business. She has been to New York City & Mexico with Kerastase, Vidal Sassoon Academy in London England and Montreal and Las Vegas with Redken, on top of ongoing training here in Ottawa
Pleasant and easy to talk to, Juliana is our little touch of Europe, right here at Hair Junkie.
Favourite Product:
Kerastase Elixir Ultime Oil.
Favourite food:
Pizza, but Pizza from Italy to be exact!
Favourite Movie:
Nocturnal Animals
Favourite book:
Perfume
Dream Vacation:
Bora Bora
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Taking an adventure with my two lovely boys.
If you could meet anybody, who would it be?
Matthew McConaughey
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it?
Travel the world
One thing you couldn’t live without?
Any Kerastase Product! This line is pure Gold!
First job?
A Hair Stylist. It was my first and probably my last job!
Kyle
HE/HIM
STYLIST
Kyle is a creative artist who loves to show his expression through fashion and visual arts. With 8 years of experience in Hairstyling and graduating in Toronto at the Fiorio Beauty Academy, he continues to grow and educate himself to this day. Having competed in industry competitions and completing his Master Colorist training, Kyle loves creating lived-in balayage looks. Ready to tackle challenges that come his way with passion, creativity, and a smile; he’ll educate you on hair questions and theory and bring you closer to loving and understanding the crown that is our hair.
Favourite food:
A big bowl of rice and curry
Favourite Movie:
Repo the Genetic Opera
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be?
Don’t be a in hurry to grow up, you’ll miss more moments than you realize.
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are…:
Obsessing over anime and video games like a good nerd.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
Making Top 5 for Canada in a Global Hair Competition
Who is your greatest inspiration:
Beatrice Arthur
Dream Vacation:
Prague! All the castles! It’s so fantasy!
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
The singer/artist Lights!
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
I would probably buy a school bus, reno it and live off-grid.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
My cats, of course.
Leah
SHE/HER
STYLIST
After Graduating from the 2-year hairstyling program at Algonquin College, Leah apprenticed for 2 years more before joining the Hair Junkie Team! She was eager and ready to take on the Hair Styling world! She has since completed Redken courses in Curly Hair, Barbering and Blonde Mastery. She constantly steps out of her comfort zone in search of new techniques.
Favourite Product:
I have two! Living Proof Dry Volume Blast, and Kerastase Reflection Masque Chromatique.
Favourite food:
Sushi.
Favourite Movie:
10 Things I Hate About You.
Advice to past self:
Calm down and enjoy my youth!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Travelling, camping, with my family.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
My Daughter.
Greatest inspiration:
My Daughter.
Dream Vacation:
Bali.
If you could meet anybody, who would it be:
Johnny Cash.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
Move to Vancouver Island and travel the world.
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Mystique from X-Men.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Hot sauce.
First Job:
Perkins.
Naj
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STYLIST
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For more than three decades in the Hair and Beauty business, Naj has been through several eras of fashion changes and experiences. His passion for his craft, awareness of new trends and product knowledge are reinforced with continuous advanced courses and involvement with very talented and devoted artists.
Blowouts, Hair Designing all textures and shapes, Coloring expertise, Keratin Smoothing, volumizing perms, and body waves are only a few of his many talents. Naj offers proper diagnosis and recommendations for each client offering the best and most suitable home care routines and products to achieve it every day. Starting with a consultation at every visit, he listens attentively to client needs and desires to achieve maximum satisfaction.
Advice to past self:
Listen to Better Advice!
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
I am always doing something, like a jack of all trades.
Accomplishments you are most proud of:
My Grandchildren.
Dream Vacation:
The Mediterranean
Greatest inspiration?
Gibran Khalil Gibran
If you could meet anyone, who would it:
Dali Lama
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
Give it to the needy.
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
Transporter.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Coffee.
First Job:
Sweeping hair.
Ryan
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STYLIST
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I’ve been working as a stylist for 10 years and I’m always seeking out new ways and techniques to do the job I love. My favourite thing is working with my clients to create vivid and lived-in dimensional colours and styles that they’ll be able to recreate themselves at home. I take great pride in having detailed consultations to ensure that my clients feel heard and to get them as close to their hair goals as possible.
Favourite product:
Redken’s ABC leave-in treatment, I love the whole system actually.
Favourite food:
Stir fry and fajitas!
Favourite movie:
Jurassic Park
When you aren’t cutting hair, you are:
Watching horror movies or playing video games, badly.
Accomplishments you’re most proud of:
Anytime I get to give a queer person the hair of their dreams it gives me the warm and fuzzies, I love getting to help people feel comfortable with themselves.
Favourite book:
Jurassic Park… I never grew out of my dinosaur phase.
Dream vacation:
Anywhere hot where I can go snorkelling.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with it:
Start a hobby farm with LOTS of different animals.
One thing you couldn’t live without:
Did someone already say coffee?
First Job:
Cashier at Rexall
Safiya
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Safiya is an accomplished stylist with six years of experience, trained in India and Ottawa. Safiya specializes in colouring techniques such as blondes, vivids, and reds and is an expert in styling like up-dos, weddings and special occasions. Safiya’s passion for creativity and attention to detail consistently shines through in her work.
Favourite Product?
Redken ABC
Favorite food?
Pizza
If you could go back in time to give yourself advice, what would it be?
Don’t take science in highschool
Accomplishments you’re most proud of?
Proud of being a hairdresser and will always be
Dream Vacation?
Paris / Maldives
If you won the lottery, what would
you do with it?
Travel the world
If you could have a superpower or be a superhero, what/who would it be?
I would love to have wings, so I could fly
One thing you couldn’t live without?
My Phone
613-565-0123
200 Laurier Avenue West
Ottawa · Ontario
K1P 6M7
info@hairjunkie.ca
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