Elkin
- Goldwell master colorist
- Extension specialist
With over 20 years of experience, Elkin Chacón is a certified Goldwell Master Colorist and extension specialist known for creating personalized, modern looks with precision and creativity. He specializes in balayage, color correction, and premium extensions—always tailoring each service to enhance his clients’ individual style. Fluent in Spanish and dedicated to exceptional service, Elkin blends artistry and technique to deliver a refined, confidence-boosting salon experience.
Sheila
- Wedding styling specialist
- Master haircutter
Sheila Vergara is a SF native with over 20 years of experience creating effortlessly beautiful looks for a diverse range of clients—from everyday professionals to high-profile events. Her expertise spans from haircuts, color, styling for weddings, photo shoots, productions, and special occasions. Sheila also offers board-certified holistic energy techniques, endorsed by international associations, to support her clients’ well-being from the inside out. Her work has been featured in Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings and San Francisco Magazine and was the lead hairstylist for the Breakthrough Prize Awards (2013-2020)
Samuel
- Blow out and stylist
With over seven years of experience, Samuel is an Aveda Institute graduate specializing in styling all hair textures with precision and creativity. His background includes working at top blow dry bars, where he perfected his skills in creating flawless, lasting styles. Known for his work with a diverse clientele, including high-profile clients and film industry professionals, Samuel is passionate about helping every client look and feel their best for any occasion.
Catherine
- Hair color techniques & formulation
- Blow outs and styling
Catherine is a stylist at Duo Collective known for high-quality, personalized hair that feels effortless and refined. From fresh, precision cuts to luminous, dimensional color and subtle transformations, her calm, detail-focused approach ensures each client feels heard, at ease, and supported. She thoughtfully crafts healthy, wearable looks that enhance natural beauty and fit seamlessly into everyday life—so you leave confident, refreshed, and cared for, with hair that looks great in the salon and even better in real life.
John
- Advanced color techniques.
- Precision cutting mentorship
John is a 30-year industry leader with a diverse, coast-to-coast career. A master educator and owner of The John Vella Salon, he splits time between San Francisco and Pittsburgh. Celebrated for tailored, excellence-driven design, he’s built an illustrious clientele of models and celebrities—from Kate Moss to Rachael Hunter—and was named “best of the best” by Allure. His classes focus on cutting, coloring, formal styling, blow drying, and advanced techniques. He mentors successful stylists and teaches a proven business model for industry success.
More info: thejohnvellasalon.com