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	Alexis Ambrose, Salon Manager Alexis has been in the salon and spa industry for six years. She is a licensed cosmetologist who specializes in hair cutting, styling, coloring, highlighting and extensions. Her well educated background allows her to create a style that will fit your everyday needs. New York, Chicago and Las Vegas are just a few of the cities where she has completed extensive training to better educate herself and her clients. Dessange Paris sets high standards for continuing education, which is one of the many reasons she is excited to be a part of the team. She continually learns new skills and wants to provide the highest level of customer and quality service in the salon and spa industry. Alexis offers a personalized consultation for you to best suit your everyday life style.
	Lois Amrhein, Massage Therapist I am passionate at what I do and would love the opportunity to show you. I have an associates in science degree majoring in massage therapy which I acquired at CCAC. I'd love to take care of you at DESSANGE PARIS. My specialties are Swedish and deep tissue massage. I'm looking forward to meeting you.
	Linda Buccina, Management, Esthetician and Hair Extensions Linda joined the DESSANGE PARIS Team more than two years ago with versatile experience in the beauty industry. An established salon owner, her areas of expertise include skin care and business management. As a certified esthetician, Linda has trained with Spa Technology and Phytomer. She has also trained with The DESSANGE PARIS Team from France with their highest quality hair extensions which has complemented her New York training for Japanese hair-straightening. Book your appointment with Linda to insure a spa experience that will bring satisfying results inside and out.
	Nicole Casciola I have been with Dessange from the beginning, almost 10 years, I have 2 beautiful children and a wonderful husband. I love to keep up with all the lastest in skin-care and give my clients the best. It would be my pleasure to have you experience a facial, sugaring or waxing services with me today.
	Kelly Hood, Stylist/Nail Technician Kelly joined the staff at DESSANGE PARIS in the spring of 2003. She not only specializes in cutting and styling, but also manicuring and pedicuring for both men and women. Before graduating from the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy, Kelly received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Edinboro University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She also hold an Associate in Science Degree, with a concentration in Studio Arts. Kelly's artistic flare and eye for detail can give you the result you've been waiting for. Stop in or call to schedule your appointment with Kelly today!
	Olivier Houssais, Hair Designer/Color Specialist Accomplished Hair Stylist of 7 years with a French training in Hair Design and Color. Olivier came to the DESSANGE PARIS of Pittsburgh from Nantes, France in September 2005. He previously worked during one year in Quebec City, Canada with a French franchised salon. And, he also spent a year working in the South Kensington of London. He is very excited to be a part of the DESSANGE PARIS team. Passionate in what he is doing, his priority is to make people look great and feel happy. Also, specializes in Milbon Straight Liscio Thermal Reconditioning Straightening System. So request him for a customized consultation.
	Jamie Johnston, Though originally a Pittsburgh native, I have worked at several upscale department stores both locally and nationally, representing Lancome, Chanel, Dior, Givenchy and other prestigious cosmetic lines. As the former Regional Director for Color Me Beautiful, and a representative for Thierry Mugler, I have developed an appreciation for the confidence make-up, skin care, and fragrance can offer every individual. In addition to having earned my Cosmetology license in 1982, I am also an internationally certified fragrance training specialist, and have been trained as a lavish lash extension specialist as well. I have received instruction on the Phytomer, Dessange Deslift and Skinmaster products and services, with emphasis on make-up application for both everyday use and special occasions. I see myself as a Dessange Liason, and I am committed to sharing the most valuable insight Dessange has to offer: beauty is not a splurge, it is a necessity for wellbeing. I want every client to leave Dessange feeling great about themselves, uplifted and renewed, ready to spread happiness into every aspect of their life.
	John F. Kennedy - Massage Therapist Education: Pittsburgh Technical Institute/Certified Therapeutic Massage Practioner. Graduated with Honors on April 2006 Awards: Voted 2007 Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Readers Choice Poll Gold Award Winner - Best Massage Therapist in the South/West Hills Of Pgh. *Voted 2007 Trib PM Readers Choice Poll Gold Award Winner - Best Massage Therapist in "Best Of The City" Poll JFK- Dessange/Paris Spa As you can see from my awards, I really am very passionate about my career as a massage and having people receive the wonderful benefits of massage.
I love to perform Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports,Chair and Myofacial Release. I also perform various other bodyworks here at the spa including Body Brushing, Dead Sea Salt Glow Treatments,Hydrotherapy Treatments,Eucalyptus. I invite you in to experience a massage performed by me, in the "most professional" and caring manner and with the best interest in making each and every client, leaving the spa refreshed, renewed and uplifted from the massage or bodywork I have performed for them. My touch has been called "very healing" and "energetic" by many clients. I can also customize a variety of services to coordinate a spa package that will truly be beneficial to you. So please take the time to visit me here at Dessange Paris,where I promise you a very pleasant experience and pampering that will make you feel and be your best. Thank you for visiting and look forward to meeting you soon!
	Megan McCormack, Skin Care Specialist A graduate of the Esthetics program at South Hills Beauty Academy, Megan is a certified micro-dermabrasion specialist, as well as PCA and Diamond Peels. She also conducts hydra peeling with the aid of our DESSANGE PARIS Skin Master, which promotes deep exfoliation of the skin. In addition to her advance training and experience in Esthetics, she has practiced massage therapy and reflexology and is certified in all areas of make-up application and techniques, body/facial sugaring and waxing.
	Lacy M. Messinger, Stylist I have been working with Dessange as a stylist since August of 2007. My services extend to anything from coloring and cutting, to elaborate updos and recently adding Great Lengths extensions to my list. I love taking a number of advanced classes to refresh my skills and to learn what's happening next in the world of beauty. My perfectionism and creativity will lead you to that fresh, updated look you've been waiting for!
	Stephen Stewart Stephen is a graduate of Geneva College. In addition to working at Dessange, he is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Professonal Counseling.
	Anissa Tanweer, Massage Therapist
	Sarah Triplett, Nail Technician Sarah is a graduate of the Nail Technician Program at Empire Beauty School, one of the top five Ivy Lee schools for beauty. She also holds an Associates Degree in Business Administration/Marketing. Sarah, specialize in Manicures for both men and women. She provides every service with proper sanitation. If you like service with style and a smile call, stop in, or book your next appointment on-line with Sarah today! Your hands and feet will thank you.
Cathy Snyder, Web/Graphic Designer Ms. Snyder works independently for clients providing creative services, such as website and graphic design, as well as serving as DESSANGE PARIS' Web/Graphic Designer. She is currently designing for Ideal Designs. In her previous role as Graphics Design Coordinator with Buchanan Ingersoll, Ms. Snyder provided creative services, including graphic creation, design and layout for marketing materials, presentations, packaging, along with Internet & Intranet design and development for the firm. Previously she worked as Graphic/Web Designer at Cerebellum/Vision Systems. She earned an Associate of Specialized Technology degree from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, where she was recognized for perfect attendance and a QPA of 3.75. If you would like to know more about Cathy's services, please review her website www.idealdesigns.net or e-mail her at csnyder@idealdesigns.net.

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