Meet Team Bella
Darlene Youngs
Owner
Elite Stylist
Education/Certifications
JH Thompson
Goldwell Color Systems
Eufora Business Educator 2005-2010
Eson Erie Chapter Lead 2005-2011
Eufora Revolution Tour & Boot Camp
Global Connection in San Diego
Aquage Master Academy
Sassoon Academy
Trained under industry leaders; Martin Parsons, Frederic Fekkai - Hair & Beyond
Hours
Monday 10am-6pm
Wednesday 1pm-8pm
Cheryl Phillips
Owner
Elite Stylist
Education/Certifications
Aquage Educator
Aquage Master Academy
Sassoon Academy
Trained with industry leaders; Martin Parsons, Frederic Fekkai- Hair & Beyond
Brazilian Blowout
Goldwell Color Systems
Hours
Tuesday 10am-8pm
Wednesday 11am-6pm
Thursday 12pm-8pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-1pm
Stephanie Dowd
Owner
Elite Stylist
Waxer
Electrolysis
Experience
Stephanie joined Team Bella in 2002 and by 2006 joined Bella's founders, Cheryl Phillips and Darlene Youngs, as a business partner. Her natural talent and extensive training has led her to become a master stylist in the true sense of the word. Stephanie plays a key role in the day to day business operations at Bella, along with working behind the chair. Stephanie has trained with some of the top stylists in the nation and has also shared her talents with other stylists across the country working at national hair shows and educational events.
Education/Certifications
New York State Boces
Associates Degree from Pittsburgh Beauty Academy
Aquage Master Academy
Eufora Revolution Tour and Boot Camp
Goldwell Color Systems
Hours
Wednesday 10am-8pm
Thursday 10am-8pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
"The key to happiness is having dreams, the key to success is making your dreams come true." -unknown
Stacey Harris
Guest Service Manager
Makeup Artist
Experience
Stacey joined Team Bella in 2003 and has proven to be a key team player. Stacey's focus is to ensure your journey at Bella is enjoyable from start to finish. She plays a key role in management and is responsible for all social media and review sites, weekly specials e-mail and website content. As our Special Events Coordinator, she accepts reservations for bridal and spa parties.
Education/Certification
Associates degree from Mercyhurst University
QC Makeup Academy
Hours
Monday 3pm-8pm
Tuesday 4pm-8pm
Wednesday 4pm-8pm
Thursday 9am-4pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
"All mankind is divided into three classes: those that are immovable, those that are movable, and those that move." -Benjamin Franklin
Lori Hess
Elite Stylist
Nail Tech
Experience
Lori joined Team Bella in 2004 and quickly became one of our most requested stylists. As a master stylist in both cutting and hair color, Lori possess a true talent for making the world a more beautiful place, one person at a time.
Lori continues to update her skills through attending hair shows and classes. Lori also performs waxing services, manicures and pedicures.
Education/Certifications
Toni and Guy Academy
Aquage Master Academy
Eufora Men's Cutting
Eufora Hair Styling
Goldwell Color Systems
Hours
Tuesday 9am-8pm
Thursday 9am-8pm
Saturday 9am-4pm (the first of each month)
"All we want is peace on Earth and really cute shoes." -Allyson Jones
Erin Adam
Elite Stylist
Waxer
Experience
Erin joined Team Bella in 2008. With her extensive background and education she was immediately promoted to Elite Stylist. Being a lead stylist in hair extensions, Erin also holds extraordinary talent in haircutting, coloring and styling and is known for her amazing shampoos! Aside from hair services, Erin also does body waxing.
Education/Certifications
Tri-State Academy of Cosmetology
Vidal Sassoon Academy
Eufora Revolution Tour and Boot Camp
Eufora Haircutting
Aquage Master Academy
Goldwell Color Systems
Cinderella Hair Extensions
Hours
Tuesday 11am-8pm
Wednesday 9am-7pm
Friday 9am-4pm
select Saturdays from 9am-4pm
Jennifer Cowser
Elite Stylist
Esthetician
Licensed Massage Therapist
Nail Tech
Experience
Jen joined Team Bella in 2006. In addition to being one of the most likeable, she is also one of our most versatile team members. Jen's talents include, beautiful updo's, along with cutting, coloring and perming. You can also experience her soothing touch while getting a manicure, pedicure, massage, body wrap or facial.
Education/Certifications
Erie County VoTech Costmetology
Great Lakes Institute of Technology-massage
Aveda Skincare Systems
Aquage Haircutting and Styling
Goldwell Color Systems
Eufora Haircutting
OPI-manicures and pedicures
Hours
Monday 10am-4pm
Wednesday 10am-8pm
Saturday (every other) 9am-4pm
"Beauty is being the best possible version of yourself, inside and out." -unknown
Julia Orloff
Elite Stylist
Esthetician
Nail Tech
Makeup Artist
Experience
Julia joined Team Bella in 2008. With both her talent and her ability to do a great consultation, she always manages to customize each individual style to enhance her clients best features.
Julia continues her education by attending many classes and hairshows. Julia's talents aren't limited to hair only, she excels in many areas such as facials, make up, waxing, manicures and pedicures.
Education/Certifications
Tri-State Academy of Cosmetology
Tri-State Academy of Cosmetology of Teaching Program
Aquage Master Academy
Jane Iredale Advanced Make Up Techniques
Goldwell Color Systems
Aveda Skin Care Systems
Eufora Business, Haircutting, Styling and Up-do classes
Hours
Tuesday 12pm-8pm
Thursday 12pm-8pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
- Elenor Roosevelt
Emily Burchick
Elite Stylist
Esthetician
Nail Tech
Makeup Artist
Experience
Emily joined Team Bella in 2009 and has proven to be a great addition to our team. She has trained extensively in the art of makeup and heads our make up department at Bella. She also works as a freelance make up artist doing both print and TV commericals. But, her talents aren't just with make up, she is also talented in hair, facials, manicures and pedicures.
Education/Certifications
Bridal-Specialty-Theatrical and Photography Makeup
Academy of Cosmotology
Goldwell Color Systems
Aquage Haircutting
Aveda Skincare Systems
Accupressure Facial
Jane Iredale Advanced Makeup Application
Eufora
Hours
Monday 10am-8pm
Tuesday 9am-8pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
"Beauty to me is about being comfortable in your own skin, that, or a kick ass red lipstick." -Gweneth Paltrow
Michelle LaGrandeur
Elite Stylist
Esthetician
Nail Tech
Waxer
Experience
Michelle joined Team Bella in 2009. She currently is head of our facial department and has trained extensively in all aspects of skin. She is an expert in her field and loves to share her knowledge. Michelle also is a talented hair stylist specializing in hair color. She possess many talents including hair cutting, waxing, manicure and pedicures.
Education/Certifications
Institute DerMed- Microdermabrasion and Chemical Peels
Lyle's School of Hair Design- Nashville, Tennessee
Goldwell Color Systems
Aquage Haircutting
Eufora- Haircutting, Styling and Updo's
Jane Iredale Advanced Makeup
Aveda Skincare Systems
Hours
Monday 11am-8pm
Tuesday 11am-8pm
Thursday 9am-4pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 9am-1pm
"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring." -Marilyn Monroe
Barb Hamels
Guest Services
Nail Tech
Experience
Barb joined Team Bella in 2008 as a guest service specialist. She is always eager to ensure your visit at Bella exceeds your expectations. If pampering is what your looking for, Barb specialized in manicures and pedicures.
Education/Certifications
Raphael's School of Beauty Academy
Hours
Wednesday 9am-4pm
Thursday 9am-5pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
"If today was perfect there would be no need for tomorrow." -unknown
Britney Jurkiewicz
Advanced Stylist
Nail Tech
Waxer
Experience
Britney joined Team Bella in 2011. She possess a true talent in the art of hair styling. From beautiful formal styles to the latest trends in haircutting and coloring, Britney can design a style perfect for you. Other services she performs are manicures and pedicures.
Education/Certification
Goldwell Color Systems
Toni and Guy Academy
Aquage Haircutting and Styling
Hours
Tuesday 10am-8pm
Wednesday 10am-8pm
Thursday 10am-8pm
Saturday (every other) 9am-4pm
"Life is a dream; realize it!" -unknown
Angie Devitto
Advanced Stylist
Nail Tech
Waxer
Spray Tan
Makeup Artist
Esthetician
Experience
Angie joined our Team in 2013. She comes to us with industry experience and a very talented hand. In addtion to her amazing skills in the salon, Angie does amazing manicure and pedicure services!
Education/Certification
Tri-State Academy of Cosmetology
Hours
Wednesday 9am-8pm
Thursday 9am-8pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
Kaitlyn Hillerby
Massage Therapist
Experience
Kaitlyn joined Team Bella in 2013. Since then, she has steadily built her clientele with her amazing talent, technique and knowledge of massage therapy. As head of the massage department, Kaitlyn has created some of our signature body wraps and body scrubs which have turned out to be client favorites!
Education/Certification
Great Lakes Institute of Technology
Hours
Tuesday 12pm-8pm
Wednesday 10am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
Debbie Johnson
Guest Services
Experience
Debbie joined our team in 2013. She has proved herself to be a valuable asset to our team. She strives to ensure each guest's experience is one of a kind. She also has a hand in our social media sites and partakes in continuing education to keep up on the lastest in the industry.
Hours
Monday 10am-4pm
Tuesday 9am-4pm
Friday 10am-5pm
"Remember the little things for one day you might look back and realize they were the big things." -unknown
Julie Swanson
Advanced Stylist
Esthetician
Nail Tech
Waxer
Experience
Julie joined Team Bella in 2014. Her true talent lies in the salon with her haircutting, styling techniques and beautiful formal styles. Julie also specializes in facials, manicures, pedicures and waxing.
Education/Certifications
Tri-State Academy of Cosmetology
Hours
Monday (every other) 11am-3pm
Tuesday 9am-8pm
Thursday 9am-8pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday (every other) 9am-4pm
Alex Gregory
Advanced Stylist
Nail Tech
Makeup Artist
Experience
Alex joined Team Bella in 2014 as a Stylist. Her true natural talent and fun, outgoing personality has landed her a main spot in the salon. In addition to haircutting, she creates stunning formal styles and performs Brazilian blowouts, make up, manicures and pedicures.
Education/Certification
Toni & Guy Academy
Hours
Monday 10am-8pm
Tuesday 10am-8pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
Tara Boardman
Licensed Massage Therapist
Experience
Since Tara has joined Team Bella her talents haven't gone unnoticed! Whether you're looking for a relaxation massage or have chronic tension and pain you want to alleviate, or indulge in a body wrap, her experience and knowledge in this field is a step above!
Education
Great Lakes Institute of Technology
Hours
Monday 10am-6pm
Tuesday 12pm-8pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
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