In May, we were very fortunate to have participated in the Viva Vienna Festival, where we raised awareness for our partnered organization, Britepaths, a group of professional and highly dedicated individuals that raise money for multiple causes in Fairfax County, including student-based fundraisers.
By Nelli Tatruashvili, Hairstylist.
Alya Salon & Spa
Ever heard of Dry Cutting? Normally when you go in for a haircut, your stylist may take you back to shampoo and rinse your hair. Dry cutting is a popular method of cutting hair for all hair types. That’s because certain hair types and styles respond differently to scissors when wet, so many stylists prefer to cut dry. Here are a few reasons why.
It’s summer! It’s hot, it’s humid, and your hair is wild! But have no fear– It’s time to put your straightener back in the box, your relaxers back on the shelf, and your hair ties back in your bag. Embrace your curl, girl! Let us show you how:
Reagan Mackenzie Yosifov is an Arlington native with over 10-years experience in the industry. Before joining the skilled team at Alya Salon & Spa, she spent many years owning her own salon and working for some of the most top-rated salons in the region.
Reagan is a dedicated stylist and enjoys creating entire looks, from full cut and color make-overs to styling for special occasions. She is a certified stylist for Hot Heads Extensions and specializes in tape-in, as well as hand-tied & machine Weft techniques. Reagan’s skill as a hair-cutter, stylist, colorist, along with her experience ranging over 10 years proves she can offer knowledge of every type of hair service.
Her two sons, Porter and Logan, are her favorite (and most fussy!) customers.
Before becoming a stylist, Reagan was a ballet dancer who studied business in college. She has a practiced eye that finds grace and beauty in all things. She loves spending time with her family, playing around with new colors and styles in her hair, and everything about Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera.
Mayra does it all – from hair to skincare to makeup! With over 10-years experience in the beauty industry, she stays passionate and knowledgeable with all current trends to make sure you walk out of our doors looking and feeling your best.
She became a Licensed Cosmetologist during her senior year in high school and has had a love of hair ever since. She’s attended many advanced classes in NYC, Las Vegas, and California for color and techniques with world-renowned stylists. With a specialty in Brazilian Blow-out, color, and different balayage techniques – French Balayage, Ombre, Sombre, Color Melt – Mayra is able to transform her clients hair into the achievable hair of their dreams. After achieving multi-level success in haircare, Mayra went on to become a Licensed Esthetician. She is precise and skillful with her full-body waxing services, as well as providing clients with lash-lifts and facials.
Mayra has also worked for top-selling cosmetic brands such as MAC, Benefit, and Temptu. She’s received multiple certifications in Makeup Artistry and also trained alongside key makeup artists for New York fashion week. She is now a well-known bridal and special makeup artist.
Whether you are looking for an updated hairstyle or tips on skincare, Mayra is there to help guide you in the right direction!
