Our Team

T A Z E   V U S H A J
Master Stylist, Salon Owner

Meet Taze. A former graduate from 'The Aveda Institute and Academy Salon' and a licensed Master Stylist with over 15 years of experience. Her passion for education has led to advanced training at the Vidal Sassoon Academy and training with Nick Arrojo. As a master of multiple hair cutting, colouring and styling techniques, Taze's list of clients and credentials continue to grow. Naturally the next step was to open a salon of her own and use her knowledge in the industry to foster an amazing team.

K A R E N   L I N O
Master Stylist

Meet Karen. A master stylist, curl specialist and blonde expert! A graduate from Versailles Academy in 2006 receiving a diploma in Professional Hairstyling and Makeup Artistry. Karen has gained over 16 years of incredible experience and has completed a substantial amount of training all over the world. She is well versed in all aspects of hairstyling including color, cuts and up-do’s.

D A Y L E N  R I L E Y-L A U R I N
Senior Stylist

Meet Daylen. A Senior Stylist practising her skills since 2015 who has since accomplished curly hair training, barber courses and Schwarzkopf colour training. Daylen specializes in blondes, balayage and curls. She was featured in faces of Ottawa Top Stylist in 2019. She pays particular attention to fine details.

L A U R A  K A R D O S
Senior Stylist

Meet Laura. A former graduate from Carleton University where she studied Business Administration and then Versailles Academy to pursue a passion in hair. With over 11 years in the industry and skilled in her craft, Laura focusses in blondes, balayage and colour.  

Y A Z A N  A L M A S A E E D
Master Stylist, Colour Expert

With over 14 years of experience, Yazan is a Master Stylist and Colour Technician known for his artistry and precision. Having recently relocated to Ottawa from Dubai, he brings a wealth of expertise in all hair types, specializing in styling, up-dos, cutting, balayage, air touch balayage, and transformative colour techniques.

Yazan has worked with global icons like Lindsay Lohan and Huda and Mona Kattan of Huda Beauty. His talent has also contributed to major productions, styling the orchestra and dancers for Beyoncé. His work has been featured in top publications, including Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, solidifying his reputation in the industry.

K A T I A   N E V O D I N A 
Intermediate Stylist 

M A R Y A M   P O U R A Z A R

 Intermediate Stylist

Meet Maryam. Graduate from Tehran State Technical Organization since 2014 who has a passion for learning and actively keeps up with trends in colouring and cutting techniques. Some of her recent training includes multidimensional colour and blonde techniques, transformational foilayage and creative reds and copper. Maryam is truly a creative behind the chair and knowledgeable around all aspect of hair including colour, highlighting, cutting and treatments.

O L G A   A L M A S A E E D
Junior Stylist 

Meet Olga. A graduate from 'School of Beauty Design' in Ukraine with extended training from 'Bedashing Academy' in Dubai. Olga enjoys providing a personalized service for those in her chair and can offer self-care and beauty tips to maintain strong and healthy hair. Olga has a talent for special occasion services including braiding and updos and is also knowledgable around all aspects of hair including styling, balayage techniques, highlighting and colouring techniques.