OLENA
STYLIST LEVEL: LEVEL 2
What made you become a stylist?
Since my childhood, I was and am very active girl. I always loved to do handmade stuff, draw, be very creative and very curious to everything. I have done a lot of hair for my family because everyone has mixed curly and wavy hair, so I had to take correct care of it with right products. Additionally, I love active surroundings, use of my imagination and that there is always new information to learn within this profession.
What is your favorite product line?
I love to use different product lines. However, Lanza is my favorite product line, it makes the hair feel healthy, manageable and soft. My favorite is Lanza Keratin oil that I am using on my hair.
What hair tool can’t you live without?
I love my Blowdryer and round brushes is the most useful for perfect voluminous and shiny blowouts. However, secretly I am obsessed with my curling iron for perfect curls and beach waves.
What is you favorite services to provide to clients?
My favorite services are balayages, blonding, fun colors, any color services and haircuts that my clients are ready to bring to life.
How do you keep up with the latest hair trends?
I am always trying to be on top of all the hair videos and classes. I love being very open minded and learn new information and hints about hair that would help me improve my knowledge to provide perfect quality work and pleasing experience for all of my visitors.
What do you like the best about being a stylist?
I love the feeling of creativity, professionalism, and excitement I get when I see what my clients requests are, and how i will make it come to reality by using my knowledge and skills, to make them happy. Additionally, I enjoy coming to work and feel comfortable and fun atmosphere with coworkers, that makes me feel very motivated to work and sometimes even doesn’t feel like work.
How has working at Studio Vasi changed your business?
Studio Vasi gave me great educational classes, positive environment, and developing as individual stylist with my own view at this creative industry.
What is your favorite thing about Studio Vasi?
Studio Vasi has great cooperative team work and I love how relaxed and comfortable the atmosphere with everyone is.
What is your favorite memory form your journey? When did it feel like you caught your Big-break?
The best memory of my journey was in college when we did the zombie photo shoot. All the hair styling was going very fast, and I finished 3 full hairstyles, and then we watched all the shots photographers took. It was a lot of fun and I loved the active energy of the whole process.
Is there anyone in the industry or beyond that you really admire, or someone who inspired you in your career?
I don’t have anyone specific who inspires me, but when i see all the other hairstylist and people online who show their beautiful hair work it inspires me and motivates me to be better at what I am doing.
How do you define success after a client leaves your salon?
I define success by seeing my clients leaving with a big smile on their face, fantastic relaxed experience and expected hair results!!
What is your favorite way to unwind after work?
In the summer, I love to go paddle boarding and kayaking, riding a bike, going to the beach, camping with my family. Closer to the cold weather I like to go to the gym a lot , draw,hangout with my friend at the parks.
Do you have any kids or animals?
No I don’t, but I would like to have a cat.
What is your favorite guilty pleasure to indulge?
I love watching serials it’s very addictive, and at the same time eat small snacks like cheese, nuts, cakes and sandwiches.
How do you manage work life balance?
I try to prioratize things spend more time on organizing my work schedule and my home responsibilities, and don’t bring my home responsibilities and feelings to my workplace.
What is next for your career?
I am looking for developing my professionalism and improving my knowledge in color and haircuts. Growing in this industry and hopefully looking for opening my own salon in a couple of years.
What advice would you give to your younger yourself?
You always have to try even if it looks hard and you think you can fail.
What is your favorite Starbucks drink?
White Mocha with caramel drizzle and Iced Mocha with cold foam and caramel drizzle.