STAFF BIOS
- Doreen Nionakis
- Michele Leckner
- Deborah Tilkens
- Meri Fleming
- Rebecca Ellis Michaelis
- Melanie Gilbert
Doreen Nionakis
Years of experience: 24
Special Awards or Accreditations: Redken Certified colorist; Redken specialist and master specialist; Eufora Elite team member; Eufora Chapter lead; Certified Kadus Colorist
Favorite Service: My favorite service IS the complete service from the greeting/consultation, design work with color and or hairstyle, product recommendation for SUCCESSFUL home styling and care, having a guest come back and love what I did before, and the assurance to the guest if they have questions or challenges that we are available to answer them.
Area of Expertise: I ALWAYS try to polish my skills in all areas. I have done this for many years, BUT there is always something to learn. I think it is alot of fun to have a guest give me the liberty to create the perfect look for them. If I have to pick one though, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE color!!
Favorite Product: The Hero line by Eufora. I also really enjoy working with all products in the Brocato line because there is something for everyone and all hair types.
About Me: I have always wanted to "DO HAIR", but over the years I have come to truly understand that as a stylist we are so much more than "just a hairdresser". The power of the human touch is so powerful, and sometimes for some guests we are the only person that touches them. There is also a delicate balance when dealing with someone's self image, it is what they see when they look in the mirror, how they project themselves to the world, and how other people see them. It is up to us as professionals to fulfill those needs of our guests.
Michele Leckner
Years of experience: 4
Special Awards or Accreditations: Redken Specialist Program
Favorite Service: Updos and Formal Styles are my favorite service because I love to be creative with curls and braids to create something unique and beautiful.
Area of Expertise: Hair styling is my area of expertise. Whether you like it blown out, flat ironed, curled, braided or something in between we can create a beautiful polished look. I love to let my creative juices flow.
Favorite Product: Eufora Pure Polish gloss drops because it adds that polished finish effect at the end of a service.
About Me: I graduated from South Carroll High with my Cosmetology License. I have worked at two salons before finding my home here at Hey Red. I love to do Updos, Highlights, cutting, and styling. I am very good at matching your hair to any pictures that you pick out. If you have a hard time deciding on what you would like to do with your hair I am very open to giving personal recommendations to make you look your best!
Deborah Tilkens
Years of experience: 35+
Special Awards or Accreditations: Certified Redken Master Specialist; Certified Redken Specialist; Eufora Elite Team Member; Continuing Education in Advance Redken Color Techniques & Color Correction, as well as Complex Formal Styling Techniques; 2010 Capital Connection, Kadus Color Certified; Kim Vo Academy
Favorite Service: My favorite service is Hair Cutting and Styling. I love to create lots of different looks, from romantic curls to short edgy cuts and anywhere in-between. I am a master at creating volume in difficult-to-style hair!
Area of Expertise: My area of expertise is Formal Styling. I am the go-to girl for Bridal hair! Whether you like long loose curls or an intricate updo, you can have confidence that I can recreate the look. Proms, Homecoming, or Military Balls…I can give anything from a vintage/retro look to the most up-to-date, off-the-runway styles.
Favorite Product: The Eufora Beautifying Serum is a favorite for me because of its many properties and uses. However, I am happy with all of our products. I think we hit the nail on the head with our product selections for hair, skin and nails.
About Me: I graduated from The College Park Hair Academy in 1972 and worked my way through the Washington metro area at numerous salons. I assisted local theater doing hair and make-up for many years, which I still look back on with joy. I love working with a diverse clientele; long, short, thick, thin hair I love it all! My favorite part of my profession is seeing someone truly happy with their new look and confidant that they can recreate it at home. I have been very active in continuing education throughout my career and I take pride in knowing the most up-to-date techniques. I look forward to meeting you!
Meri Fleming
Years of experience: Currently Apprenticing
Special Awards or Accreditations: Eufora Elite Team member; Kim Vo Academy—Blonding and Certified Kadus Colorist
Favorite Service: Color…Color…and more color! I dream in full color. I loove to create looks ranging from beautiful natural blending of grey to totally outrageous rainbows of hues. We will work together to create the perfect look to compliment your style. If there is a color brush in my hand I am in my element.
Area of Expertise: Hair Styling is my current area of expertise. As an apprentice I work hand in hand with our higher leveled stylists to hone my skills. I am always learning and always growing. I expect my area of expertise to grow with me.
Favorite Product: I'm in love with Brocato's Actives. It is great for all hair types and textures. This serum repairs and replenishes damaged hair and is never greasy or heavy. It offers heat protection and leaves hair silky and shiny. Perfection in a bottle!!
About Me: I have worked at Hey Red since 2005 doing everything from scheduling to shampooing. During this time I was inspired and supported by the amazing stylists here to start my apprenticeship. I am a sponge for information and regularly attend continuing education classes to learn the most up-to-date techniques and skills. I look forward to growing as a stylist as the world of cosmetology unfolds through the next two years.
Rebecca Ellis Michaelis
Years of experience: 5
Special Awards or Accreditations: Member: National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors; first student of Von Lee School of Esthetics to achieve a perfect score on specialized facial massage techniques on first attempt.
Favorite Service: Facials: I look forward to helping each and every client look their very best by helping them achieve their skin care goals. Regular facials are an absolute must to reach those goals.
Area of Expertise: Facial massage and extractions: Everyone should be cleansing, exfoliating, and masking at home. Performing facial massages and extractions make a facial a unique and result-oriented experience.
Favorite Product: Do I have to pick just one? I love the entire IMAGE skincare line because of how effective it is. There isn't a product I haven't used on my own skin that I haven't seen results with.
About Me: I consider skin care a calling. I love analyzing skin, creating a treatment plan, and watching the skin improve. My goal with every client is that they leave my table looking their absolute best—perfectly shaped brows, glowing skin, and makeup that brings out their best features. I look forward to seeing you soon to help you achieve and feel your very best!.
Melanie Gilbert
Years of experience: 10
Special Awards or Accreditations: Reflexology at the International Dermal Institute, OPI Swiss Clean Certified( the most stringent state regulation for salon cleanliness), attended Baltimore School of Massage, Nail Tek natural nail growth stimulator
Favorite Service: Spa pedis are my favorite. With my background in massage therapy and reflexology my clients leave with happy feet floating on a cloud (and have a gorgeous color to remind them of me).
Area of Expertise: Assisting clients transition from artificial nails to natural and those that say "my nails wont grow." With a 6 to 8 week regimen and my help, you'd be a amazed at what could happen and realize that your natural nails weren't as bad as you thought (and your polish will last longer than three days).
Favorite Product: OPI Foot File. Dead skin doesn't stand a chance. This foot file allows all my clients that are runners to smooth their calluses and removes dead skin in a safe manner. So you can be cute in your heels yet still comfortable running.
About Me: I was introduced to the salon/spa industry 14 years ago. In search to find my "niche" I was introduced to nails artistry and I knew that was where I belonged. I've always been very shy and quiet but when it comes to nails I come alive and can talk all day. This profession allows me to make people happy and feel good every time I touch them. To see the joy on my clients' face when the service is complete continues to be what drives me to learn not only all there is about nails but the industry in general. That drive comes through in my artistry!