• Staff


    Click here to view Vincent’s portfolio.    		 Vincent Gotti – Master Cutter, Educator

    Vincent Gotti is well known for his PRECISION CUTS here at Mu Salon. He is now our Master Cutter specializing in haircuts only. Vincent studied at the posh Vidal Sassoon Academy in London where he developed his sense of style and beauty and mastered the art of precision cutting. He has spent the last seventeen years as a hair cutter in prestigious salons in the Bay area. He joined MU Salon when we first opened in 2008 as our Director of Education; teaching the ABC Cutting Method of Vidal Sassoon.

    Aside from being a visionary in the hair industry, Vincent’s other passion is photography. He spent years in Asia sharpenning his skills and developing his craft. In 2011, Vincent decided to take his passion to the next level by opening The Candy Factory Studio, a hub where up and rising models develop their portfolios. To add another feather to his cap, Vincent was assigned to be the Director of Photography for GEV Magazine, a fashion/food/lifestyle magazine where he is responsible for most of the major editorial and cover shots.

    He believes that the foundation to every hairstyle and color starts at the very shape of the cut. Once you have a great hair cut; everything falls into shape.

    Lauren
     

    		 Lauren – Stylist
    Lauren’s passion for the hair industry began in 2003 when she attended cosmetology school in her hometown, Colombus, Ohio. She received her cosmetology license in 2005 and immediately started her practice while continuing to learn and improve her skills, specializing in the French cutting technique. Lauren is certified in Hairdreams hair extensions, Keratin Complex hair smoothing therapy by Coppola as well as Brazilian Blowout treatment.
    Lauren and her husband, Ted, relocated to Walnut Creek, California recently and are excited about the new change of scenery.
    Lauren feels fortunate to have learned so much through working with her colleagues and clients as a team. With her artistic vision and perfect attention to detail, she enjoys working with clients to create the ideal hairstyle to fit their personality and lifestyle.

    “Cutting, coloring and styling hair is a creative outlet for me. Helping people feel and look their best truly inspires me.”

    Yadira
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    		 Yadira – Stylist

    Yadira Nelson is a highly talented stylist with over seven years of experience. She attended Estes Institute of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences and continues to use industry leading training resources to stay current with the latest hairstyles and color trends.

    Since becoming a stylist she has worked at salons in Visalia, California, Oklahoma City and Bay Area. She became the newest member of the Mu Salon team in 2011. Being a fashionista herself, Her creativity and attention to detail is influenced by some of her favorite designers.

    Married for 7 years, Yadira and her husband have always lived a life less ordinary. Walnut creek residents for the last two years they enjoy exploring and experiencing all the Bay area has to offer, especially the great eateries and running trails.

    Yadira’s areas of expertise include long layering techniques, personally customized highlights, Keratin and Brazilian smoothing treatments and formal styles. Her ability to speak both Spanish and English holds a special, unique trait here at Mu Salon. .

    Liz
     

    		 Liz – Junior Stylist
    Liz has recently returned to the Bay Area from New York City and she is thrilled to be home. She attended Toni and Guy Academy in Scottsdale and received her cosmetology license in the state of Arizona. She completed her internship and worked at the Dramatics Salon in on Fifth Avenue, New York City and received her cosmetology license and worked in the state of Ohio before joining the Mu Salon team in October, 2012.

    Liz loves everything about what she does: men and women’s haircut, styling, color and highlights and smoothing treatments. She also performs in-salon make-up applications for bridal parties and other special occasions.

    “My passion is using my creativity and skills to create a look that suits your lifestyle and then teach you to re-create the look at home so you can look and feel great every day. It is my goal to make your hair … make you happy!”

    When she is not at the salon you might find Liz at the collector’s fair in Alameda, hiking at Lake Chabot or spanning the bay, visiting friends and family.