Amanda Koshko has been a stylist since 2004. She specializes in color and blowouts, and loves creating transformative looks for her clients. As a freelance hairstylist she has worked in and around Los Angeles and Orange County, but has found her salon home at Salon 74. She is inspired by fashion, art and music, but mostly by the people she meets. She is certified in Keratin smoothing treatments and has attended in salon training with: TIGI, Unite, and her primary color line, Goldwell. Always connected with what’s current, Amanda finds it imperative to stay educated and continues to take new interesting classes that keep her clients happy and her hands inspired.

I graduated from Marinello school of beauty and have been doing hair for 10 years. I have been with the same salon my whole career. I have attended classes in color, cutting, balayage and extensions and am always looking to further my education.

My passion for the beauty industry came at a young age but really developed when I was in high school and loved doing hair and makeup for school dances.

When I’m not at the salon, I love working out and spending time with my family!

With over 12 years in the industry Hallie has studied under the very best. She worked and assisted for two top stylists on Rodeo drive in Beverly Hills, and for a prominent hairstylist from Italy. She spent time at a high end mens grooming salon mastering the art of mens styling.

Hallie specializes in extensions and mens haircutting, although she loves doing it all! She has worked at the industries leading hair shows representing multiple color and product lines. Hallie has built a very loyal and eclectic clientele. She loves being able to creatively change her clients look and make them feel more confident by a color and cut that best suits them. She is a highly sought after hair stylist and comes highly recommended.

Hi guys! I’m Lexie. I’ve been licensed and doing hair for 6+ years. I specialize in blondes + balayage but yes I do work on brunettes as well! People love to ask what I prefer to do, color or cut, the answer to that question is I love it all! I love to look at the end result and say I did that. I love watching it all come together and transform your look.

I don’t do men’s cuts or short pixie like hair cuts but there are plenty amazing stylists here that do!

I grew up watching my aunt as a hairstylist and knew that was what I wanted to do.. there was no doubt in my mind that I was going to follow in her footsteps. This is my passion and I wake up every day loving what I do, where I do it and who I get to do it with.

When I’m not working I’m hanging with my husband Holden and our daughter Mila. She is the light of our life! We also have two French bulldog pups that we consider kids. We love to go to the beach and hangout with our family and make everlasting memories. I love meeting new people and building friendships and would love to see you in my chair!

Michelle has been a hairstylist for over a decade and has spent her 10+ years perfecting her craft at the same location! As a full time stylist Michelle has built a very loyal and supportive clientele. She furthers her education whenever she is given the opportunity so that she is able to keep up with the trends. She listens to her clients desires and needs so in turn you feel complete trust in her.

Michelle’s specialities include balayage, extensions, Brazilian blow outs, gray coverage and she gives an amazing blow out! She also loves is doing wedding hair and special occasions. She’s very passionate at what she does and wants her clients to leave her chair feeling satisfied and confident.

Rebecca has been working as a licensed hair stylist in Orange County since 2005. She enjoys all aspects doing hair, but her gift is giving her clients natural looking highlights through traditional foiling. As a working mom of three young children, she understands the need for color being low-maintenance. She has perfected the technique needed to maximize the grow-out period and minimize trips to the salon.

Check out her work via Instagram @hair_by_rebecca_barclay

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Tam has been in the beauty industry for over 25 years, specializing in manicuring and aesthetics. She has perfected her skills through the years, and is constantly evolving with beauty and nail trends. Soak off gel, acrylics, dip powder, manicures, and pedicures— she does it all!

Blessed to be a mother of three and wife to a loving husband, Tam shares her positivity and grace with her clients everyday. She not only takes pride in the work she creates, but in the lifelong friendships she cultivates with her clients of many years. She looks forward to creating new relationships as she continues in this journey!

At the young age of 18, Breanas dream of becoming a hair stylist quickly became a reality by graduating from Athena Beauty college in Lake Forest . The last 9 years having been spent honoring her craft by attending as many industry forums as possible to take advantage of the latest trends and techniques. Specializing in balayage, coloring, highlighting, and extensions.

Breana also prides herself with doing trendy hair cuts for both men and women. When she’s not in the salon she is soaking up every moment with her sweet daughter Brooklyn and husband Brent! Breana places high value on listening to her clients, understanding their needs, respecting their hair and striving for perfection. She says “There is a feeling of accomplishment that comes in knowing that your client completely trusts you and looks forward to their time in the salon”. Her friendly, relaxed and genuine spirit will make you comfortable and confident as she creates a style to make you look and feel your best!

Hi my name is Danielle Bajza. I am a fun, loving, energetic, compassionate person. I love doing hair and making people feel beautiful. I first picked up my passion and inspiration for hair when I was about 12 years old, while watching my aunt and cousin do hair. When I was 19, I started beauty school at Golden West College. After one year and 1600 hours of schooling, I passed the state board test and received my cosmetology license. I have been doing hair for over 15 years, working at Salon 74. For myself, I love working here because we are all a large family not just coworkers. What better way to live life than doing what you love every day.

I offer many services through Salon 74. My specialties are women’s haircuts, along with root touch ups, all over colors, highlighting and low lighting also some of the newest trends, including balayage.. I also do men’s haircuts as well as children.

My color line that I use is Davines, it is a small Italian family company. It is a fabulous line of color with uniform coverage and vibrant color that is extraordinarily shiny and reflective. If you have any questions, or want any recommendations, or want to book and appointment please feel free contact to me at Salon

Jennifer has been a professional hairstylist for over 20 years. In the time she has trained at some of the most prestigious academies in the country ,in turn, helped train many of the stylist she has worked with over the years. She has completed advanced color and cutting training at the Vidal Sassoon Academy in Los Angeles, as well as the Bumble and Bumble Academy in New York City. While working for an Aveda Concept Salon, she became a Salon Educator after completing Aveda’s advanced training program, among many more cutting and color classes she’s attended. However, it wasn’t until she attended the Brazilian Blowout training in 2008 that she found her true passion. This amazing hair smoothing service has changed the hair industry and the lives of thousands of clients who have experienced the revolutionary treatment in her chair.

As one of the most experienced Certified Brazilian Blowout stylist in Orange County, she has developed a reputation as the “go-to” girl for this service.

I’m Krissy Heintz I also go by Kris. A native Californian raised mostly in O.C. I have 3 adult children. From the time I was in Jr. High I started cutting my own hair, once in High School I enrolled in cosmetology school offered through the CROP program.That was over 3 decades ago, yikes. Im still absolutely passionate about doing hair and meeting new people.

I love to attend coloring and cutting classes to keep myself current. I have been educated by artist who have been trained by legends such as Vidal Sassoon and Toni and Guy. I’m certified to do Keratin Complex and Brazilian Blowouts. Blonding is a preference of mine, from micro weaving, baby lights, traditional weave, root shadowing, blending to balayage. If you need a root touch up I’ve got you covered. Men are welcome along with anyone with short or long hair. I welcome youngsters 12 and up prices are the same as adult pricing.

I’m a 74 babe! I’m loyal to our team, strong work ethics and motivated. I strive to keep myself fresh. My personal goal with my guest is to have each one reach or get on the right path to obtain the hair goals they are inquiring. Along with protecting the integrity of the hair. I look forward to meeting you and providing the best service possible.

Megan Kennedy {Luzar} has more than 13 years experience at Salon 74 and she specializes in balayage, color, men & women’s haircuts, weddings and updos. The Southern California native & newly wed enjoys spending her free time by the pool with her family and friends and exploring the town with her puppy. She finds immense joy in working with clients to achieve their signature look or experimenting with the latest hair trends-all with a little sarcasm and a lot of care.

Renee is a California native and has been in the beauty industry for over 25 years starting with makeup then hair stylist to former salon owner, now doing what she does best – Hair!

Renee is a color correction specialist, some of the techniques she uses are: Highlights, Babylights, Lowlights, Painting, Foiling

However, Renee is a master working with fine problem hair applying hairpieces, extensions, wigs and halos.

So, whether you’re keeping up with the latest trends or maintaining the classic beauty, Renee is dedicated to creating the look that suits men and women best and to provide the highest quality service and value in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

From an early age, Shaina Brief has had a love and appreciation for the craft of hairstyling & make up artistry. Since 2004, Shaina has gained a tremendous amount of practice recognizing how to accentuate her client’s best features. Her speciality is hair coloring ranging from sun-kissed honey blondes, to dimension-filled glossy brunettes, and rich head-turning vibrant reds.

Among Shaina’s many specialties is chic low-maintenance precision and layered womens haircuts, classic mens cuts & fades, event make up, bridal parties, and keratin conditioning treatments. Shaina places great value on listening to her clients, understanding their needs, and respecting their hair. She is versatile & always strives to achieve perfection for every client in her chair.

When Shaina is not at the salon her favorite pastime is spending time with her husband & three young sons, and has a deep passion for working out.

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Tanya graduated from Athena Beauty College in Lake Forest at the age of 22. After graduating, she was an apprentice for two years while also attending educational classes to ensure she was certified and knowledgeable in all the latest hair trends. After years of hard work and dedication, she now specializes in highlighting, balayage, and extensions. Even though blondes might be her favorite to work on, she always enjoys her lovely brunettes as well! She truly enjoys using her knowledge to create exactly what her clients are envisioning when they sit down in her chair. Not only does Tanya thrive on making her clients look as beautiful as possible, and loves the conversations and relationships she builds with each individual.

When she is not in the salon, she is at home loving on her son Zachary, and enjoying her husband, Kyle’s, company. She has the sweetest heart that just radiates the second you walk through the door. She is an amazing and patient listener who uses what you convey to complete the style you are looking for so you look your absolute best walking out the door!

Brittany Lantz has been apart of the Salon 74 team for 3 years. Brittany specializes in color, cuts, highlights and balayage. She has a unique talent for blowouts, updos and braids for weddings, dances and special occasions. At a young age Brittany found her passion for hair while working in television and having her hair done while on set. She loves making clients feel beautiful and confident.

While not in the salon she loves going to Disneyland, rock concerts, exercising, and spending time with her 3 dogs.

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Jessica Vandermaath has been a stylist since 2001. She began her training in at Toni & Guy Newport Beach. She has attended several additional color & cutting classes with Toni & Guy at their academy in Long Beach, Vidal Sassoon in Santa Monica, UNITE in San Diego, Business of Balyage as well as Nine Zero One in LA. Jessica also has attended in salon training with: Kerestase, UNITE, Loreal Professional and Schwarzkopf. Currently Jessica is using Loreal Professional & Schwarzkopf color products.

She specializes in color corrections, blondes and blowouts. Jessica is also one of Salon 74’s extension specialists using Bellami Professional wefts.

Jessica was also a featured stylist in the November 2012 issue of Orange Coast Magazine. @jessica_salon74lxxiv

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Megen was born and raised in California and She has grown up in Rancho Santa Margarita her whole life! She is now married to her high-school sweetheart and is raising her two beautiful daughters in this great city!

Megen graduated from Beauty College at the age of 22 and has been working with hair professionally since 2009. After she graduated she was an apprentice for a year and a half learning her trade and taking extra educational classes to increase her knowledge in the industry.

Megen started working at Salon 74 after having her second daughter in 2016. She specializes in a variety of hair color techniques, gray coverage, smoothing treatments, haircuts and she can give a great blow-dry.

Megen says that the most satisfying part of her job is making people feel great about the way they look. Nothing brings her more pleasure than receiving a message from a satisfied client raving about their hair! Megen has a big heart and always aims to please every client that sits in her chair!

MINA graduated from Va cosmetology school and Dermalogica in 2001. She also worked for and trained by a dermatologist and major beauty brands.

Her favorite service is the 90-minute Self-Renewal Facial because she can truly focus on giving her client ultimate relaxation and complete skin care treatment. She also likes to customize facials to meet the needs of her clients.

The most enjoyable part of her work is meeting and connecting with new people, building relationships with her clients and the satisfaction of giving her clients beautiful, healthy skin. She also specializes in eyelash extensions, professional makeup applications, micro blading, brow and etc. loves doing facial peels and Microdermabrasion sessions.

Nataliya Riley is a blowout & haircut queen, she is diverse in all fields of hair. She can do any style, color, braid or cut with ease. Nataliya is one of Orange County’s top stylists with over 12 years experience and just recently celebrated her 10th year with Salon 74.

Nataliya works hard to create stunning and dazzling looks that leave her clients amazed each and every time. No matter what you want, she will listen closely to ensure you receive exactly what you asked for and blow you away. Nataliya will create a perfect look just for you; from trendy new cuts, hot and sophisticated updos and blow drys that leave your hair silky smooth.

Fun fact: Nataliya was actually born and raised in Europe allowing her to become fluent in 3 languages, Ukrainian, Russian and English. Yet, she would rather be nowhere else than salon 74 putting a smile on her clients faces. “I can’t wait to see you”, Nataliya.

Samantha graduated from Paul Mitchell the school in Costa Mesa, ca in spring of 2009. At an early age she found her passion for hair and since than strives to make clients feel beautiful! She enjoys building relationships with her clients and providing knowledge to her guest.

Known as “the blonde guru” Samantha is know for her work with color and extensions. Using techniques such as balayage, babylights, highlights, root touch ups, and grey coverage. She is a certified NBR hair extension specialist. Offering nothing but the best quality hair for her clients. Her select special services include, NBR extensions, Balayage, Olaplex treatment, B3 treatment, Keratin Smoothing treatment, Brazilian Blowouts, & Wedding hair.

Throughout her career she has attended many trainings and certifications including NBR hair extensions (natural beaded row extensions), Vidal sasson cutting classes in Santa Monica, Carlton hair artistic team, Nine Zero One advanced blonde techniques color class, Goldwell color training in Santa Monica to name a few. She continues to receive in salon training, Using L’Oréal professional, Goldwell, and redken color lines.

On her free time you can find her spending quality time with her family, 3 beautiful kids and 2 dogs in sunny oc!

Hi my name is Valerie Ahern. I’ve been doing hair for over 7 years! I specialize in hair color such as balayage and lived in blondes as well as hand tied weft extensions! Transforming somebody’s confidence and making women feel beautiful is the reason why I love being a hairstylist!

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