Meet The Team

Leslie Vasquez, President

Leslie has more than 25 years of diverse experience in the beauty industry, including owning and operating a haircare distribution company, traveling the world as a trainer for a hair extension company, and running her own hair salon. She opened the Platinum Lounge in 1999 to create a positive and relaxing environment for her growing clientele. Leslie is a nationally recognized hair extension expert and is a master in several methods of hair extensions, including ProHair, Great Lengths, Hairdreams, and Microlines. In addition, she excels at color correction and has been a hair color educator for L’Oreal Professional, Eugene Perma, and Schwarzkopf Professional. A leader in the local salon community, Leslie is also a member of the Advisory Committee for Shoreline School of Cosmetology. Read Leslie’s Blog

Laurie Davis, Stylist

Laurie graduated from cosmetology school in 2005 and is passionate about the transformative qualities that hair extensions give her clients. Her continuing education includes courses at the renowned DiPietro Todd Academy of San Francisco as well as haircutting classes in Chicago. In addition to hair extensions, Laurie loves creative color work and multi-dimensional highlights. A talented makeup artist, Laurie excels at creating personalized makeup for everyday wear and for special occasions such as weddings and proms. Read Laurie’s Blog

 

Megan Cullen, Stylist

Megan graduated from cosmetology school in 2006. Megan regularly styles hair and make up in  photo shoots for many catalogs and websites. Her make up training includes classes for stage work at Cabrillo College and high fashion make up with MAC cosmetics. Additionally, she specializes in hair extensions and hair color. She has worked with companies such as Hair Dreams and Hot Heads. Read Megan’s Blog

Ashley Busath, Stylist

Ashley graduated from Paul Mitchell Beauty School in 2008. With a passion for cutting, Ashley has received training through classes with Redken and Sexy Hair. Additionally, she has attended color classes for Wella and Schwarzkopf . She has showed off her hairdressing skills at the Best of Sacramento show in 2009 and looks forward to expanding her repertoire of services at the Platinum Lounge. Read Ashley’s Blog

 

Darya Lundberg, Stylist

After graduating in 2010 from Shoreline School of Cosmetology, Darya has focused her attention on all things creative. Always inspired, Darya crafts cutting-edge styles for special events and every day wear, including styling for weddings and fashion shows. With a passion for all facets of art, Darya has studied design, photography and painting at Cal Arts in Los Angeles. Favorites of Darya’s include haircutting and eyelash extensions. Bringing an artistic edge to the salon, she continues to grow her thirst for creativity.

Ashlie LaMere, Nail Technician

Upon graduating in 2008 from Trinh University, she emerged herself into the salon world with a passion for nails. Ashlie has recently been certified by Young nails and specializes in design and gels. With her continuing education, Ashlie provides endless possibilities that range from a classic French to glittery rockstar nails, you will leave here feeling and looking like a princess. Read Ashlie’s Blog