Hair & Beauty Team
We have a friendly team of highly skilled and experienced professionals. Our technicians and hairdressers are some of the best in Vancouver, guaranteeing you a luxurious and delightful experience at Elle Yaletown.
Nails Team
Anna has been in the industry for 15 years and has a passion for creativity! For her, nails are not just work, they are a big part of her life. She has had an incredible journey within our industry, from competing in European championships to teaching in Ukraine! Whether its crafting intricate designs or providing impeccable manicures, her goal is to make every client leave feeling confident and beautiful. Anna is also fluent in Ukrainian, Polish and English.
Parisa is fluent in Farsi and English, and has been a professional nail technician for over 10 years after completing her training in Iran. Her favourite colour is pink and she has a passion for classic, clean and sexy looking nails. She is in demand as our French manicure queen so we recommend booking ahead!
Kate has worked in the industry for over 17 years, perfecting her skills and working her way up to teaching others. She can perform our whole range of treatments but particularly specializes gel extensions and corrections of defects in natural nails. Whether it’s creating the perfect French or correcting any natural flaws, Kate ensures you leave with that perfect mani or pedi! Kate is also fluent in English, Russian and Ukrainian.
Farzaneh is also fluent in Farsi and English, and has been a professional nail technician for over 10 years after completing her training in Iran. She particularly enjoys creating beautiful nail art, including that perfect french finish! Qualified to perform every treatment, she gets booked up quick!
Krystina is a lady of many talents, fluent in English, Polish, Russian and Ukrainian! Eager to continue her professional development, she has attended multiple nail courses over the last 5 years and is able to perform our whole range of nail treatments. Krystina is known for her attentive and warm nature, leaving her clients feeling thoroughly pampered and cared for.
Laura has been a professional nail technician for over 7 years, earning herself double certifications after completing comprehensive training both in Mexico and Canada. Fluent in Spanish and English, she is skilled as a fantastic listener and conversationalist and has gained a reputation for being one of our most attentive technicians. In her time off Laura enjoys spending time with her fur-baby dog named Bacon.
Also qualified as a nurse, Lisa has a passion for all things health and beauty! She was born in Ukraine and has worked as a nail technician in Poland, Ukraine and now Canada. She is committed to continual professional development and is inspired by bringing beauty and joy to people. Her sweet nature is sure to leave you feeling cared for and thoroughly pampered.
Moving to Canada 5 years ago, Tracy began her nail technician journey. A natural perfectionist, her passion lying in creating simple, classy, and flawless looking nails for her clients. She is known at the salon as the life of the party and always eager to please, so she is sure to make you feel welcome at Elle. She is also fluent in Vietnamese and English!
Monica is our whirlwind nail art machine! After leaving uni and her career in restaurants to pursue her creative side, Monica travelled to Japan to study the artistry of becoming a nail technician. She uses her prior restaurant experience to create a unique fusion in the way she serves her clients at Elle. Her drive to continually develop in this industry makes her one of our most in-demand technicians. If you hear infectious laughter across the salon, we can almost guarantee its coming from Monica!
Oksana was born in Ukraine, and studied to be a geography teacher. However, after university, she changed her qualifications to become a nail technician. She loved the art and creativity she could put into nails. She worked in Poland as a nail tech before coming to Vancouver Canada.
I recently moved to Canada from Taiwan and speak both English and Mandarin. With over three years of experience as a nail artist, I ran my own studio and had loyal clients. My passion for nail art drives me to constantly learn new techniques and improve my skills. I am dedicated to bringing creativity and attention to detail to every client, sharing my love for the art in every design.
While most people were bored out of their minds during the pandemic, Anne found herself drawn to the world of nails. What started as a simple hobby quickly blossomed into a true passion. At just 18, she began offering manicures and nail art to clients at home. After a year of growing her clientele, she made the bold decision to leave everything behind in the Philippines and move to Vancouver where she trained with top nail technicians, refining her technique and expanding her expertise. Whether it’s a classic French tip or a bold, creative design, Anne is always up for the challenge. Fluent in both English and Filipino, she ensures each client’s experience is as unique as the nails she creates.
Hair Team
Van is our senior hair stylist who has over 30 years of experience and trained by Vidal Sassoon and Pivot Point. His passion and talent has allowed him to graduate with scholarships in Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Australia. Even now, an enjoys going to annual education destinations like Mexico, New York, Tokyo Japan and Montreal. He enjoys all aspects of hairdressing, with expertise in blonde highlights, colors, styling, and cuts for men and women – his precision is no joke!
To Book: +1 (604) 649-2505
Tetiana Ikhno was born in Ukraine and moved to Canada in 2016. She is an expert in colour correction and contemporary hair colour techniques such as AirTouch, Balayage, Ombre, Blond, and Highlights. In addition, she offers stylish haircuts, unique hair treatments like the Botox hair treatment, and premium Bellami hair extensions. Tetiana is not only a seasoned professional with an impressive 21-year career as a licensed hairstylist and colorist, drawing from her extensive beauty salon experience in Europe and Canada, but she’s also a fervent advocate for continuous professional development. She has dedicated herself to mastering advanced colouring techniques, constantly updating her skills to ensure her clients receive only the most modern and innovative services.
To Book: +1 (778) 887-3663
With 21 years of experience as a hair stylist and colorist for a diverse client base, Jorge Kastro possesses extensive skill and versatility in his craft. He graduated from the PATRICE School of Hair Design in Mexico in 2001 and subsequently worked for five years in three different salons before opening his own salon in Mexico in 2005, which he owned for 13 years. Throughout his career, Jorge continuously improved his skills and gained practical experience, catering to both female and male clientele.
Jorge is well-versed in various hair styles and color techniques, exuding confidence that his skills and approach to creating colors can cater to all his clients’ needs. He spent a decade working for Redken Mexico, during which he traveled to several countries such as Chile, Puerto Rico, Guatemala, Panama, and more, where he imparted his knowledge to fellow professional hairstylists. To further enhance his expertise, he undertook skill updates in locations such as Barcelona, Spain, New York, and Las Vegas.
To Book: +1 (604) 725‑1891
Karen started her hair journey in Calgary, AB and has expanded to Vancouver, BC.
She is a licensed hairstylist & Red Seal Journeyman. She specializes in balayages & colour corrections but offers other services such as hair extensions, hair botox and haircuts.
Her mission is to make every individual feel sexy and confident behind her chair. In her free time she enjoys dining out, trying different restaurants and spending time with her family, friends and fur baby Coco.
To Book: +1 +1 236 869 7688
Emily has over ten years of experience in cosmetology and am currently working as a senior stylist.
Her previous work experience includes working with Korean celebrities such as Soo Ae, Lee Cheong-a, idol group CLC, Eddie Kim, and Chinese actress Zhang Hans, and many others, as well as being in charge of hair styling for various dramas and movies.
Her work ethic always brings her to meet clients with enthusiasm. She finds her work as a hair stylist rewarding when she knows she delivers joy and happiness through beautiful styles to her clients. IG: @emily_for.you
Her previous work experience includes working with Korean celebrities such as Soo Ae, Lee Cheong-a, idol group CLC, Eddie Kim, and Chinese actress Zhang Hans, and many others, as well as being in charge of hair styling for various dramas and movies.
Her work ethic always brings her to meet clients with enthusiasm. She finds her work as a hair stylist rewarding when she knows she delivers joy and happiness through beautiful styles to her clients. IG: @emily_for.you
Esthetician & Waxing Specialist
Meet your new favourite waxer!
Her goal is to make your waxing experience a breeze, so you can leave feeling empowered and refreshed. With over ten years of experience in the industry, she understands the importance of feeling comfortable and confident in your esthetician’s hands. You can trust she’ll make your waxing experience as smooth as possible! www.peachfuzzwaxing.com Phone number: 6043899864 IG: @peachfuzzwaxing
Her goal is to make your waxing experience a breeze, so you can leave feeling empowered and refreshed. With over ten years of experience in the industry, she understands the importance of feeling comfortable and confident in your esthetician’s hands. You can trust she’ll make your waxing experience as smooth as possible! www.peachfuzzwaxing.com Phone number: 6043899864 IG: @peachfuzzwaxing
Lash Team
Janice is an expert lash artist from Seoul, South Korea and has been mastering lash extensions for over 10 years. Her calm and delicate personality naturally led her to this profession.
She truly believes that beauty is a fundamental human desire, and she is here to fulfil that need for her clients. With clients describing her lash work as perfect, comfortable, long-lasting, pain-free, and executed with a gentle touch, it is easy to see how her years of experience has led to her perfecting her craft. Whether you’re looking for the simple elegance of a classic set of lash extensions, or the vibrance of a volume set, Janice has you covered!
She truly believes that beauty is a fundamental human desire, and she is here to fulfil that need for her clients. With clients describing her lash work as perfect, comfortable, long-lasting, pain-free, and executed with a gentle touch, it is easy to see how her years of experience has led to her perfecting her craft. Whether you’re looking for the simple elegance of a classic set of lash extensions, or the vibrance of a volume set, Janice has you covered!
The lovely Clara has been mastering lash extensions for over 8 years, having first learned her craft in Korea. All of her lash and glue products are imported from Korea to ensure the high quality she is used to. If you have been disappointed with other technicians in the past, you will be sure to enjoy Clara’s light-handed approach and speedy application skills!
Discover the artistry of brow and eye perfection at Elle Yaletown. With a skilled touch and bilingual expertise in English and Polish, our specialist crafts stunning transformations. From precise brow shaping and lamination to luxurious lash lifts and tints, indulge in a range of services including lamination, shaping, keratin treatments and Permanent Makeup options like European technique powder brows, eyeline enhancement and lip blush. Experience beauty redefined with our dedicated artist, enhancing your features with precision and care.
Meet Cindy, our talented junior lash and brow artist. Hailing from Chile and fluent in Spanish, English, and French, Cindy infuses her work with a rich cultural perspective. Specializing in lash lifting and tint, brow lamination and tint, and lash extensions, Cindy is committed to achieving exceptional results. Her goal is to ensure you leave feeling confident and beautiful.
Facial Team
Introducing Vee, a certified medical aesthetician committed to elevating your skin’s radiance and overall well-being. A graduate of John Casablancas Institution, Vee possesses expertise in skincare, body treatments, and beauty therapy. With a rich background in cosmetics, hospitality, lashing, and beauty, she deeply values fostering a trusting and open atmosphere for her clients.
Vee specializes in non-surgical anti-aging treatments such as microdermabrasion, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and lymphatic drainage. Her commitment to staying updated on the latest skincare trends is evident, allowing her to craft personalized treatment plans for each client. Vee’s ultimate goal is to enhance your confidence and beauty from the inside out.
Beyond her expertise, Vee finds joy in travel, hiking with her dog, and promoting self-care. Whether you’re seeking a skin transformation or a pampering session, Vee is dedicated to meeting your spa needs with a personalized touch.
Jessica graduated from JCI Institute as a certified medical aesthetician with proficiency in all things skin related, including derma-planing, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and lymphatic drainage.
Committed to her trade, Jessica continues to search for innovative ways to achieve lasting results. She regularly attends continuing education courses to stay informed of the newest trends and has built an extensive repertoire of coveted techniques. Jessica understands that no two skin conditions are the same, and is committed to building a customized program for each individual, ensuring effective and sustainable results. Her goal is to provide immediate and long-term corrective solutions for all skin concerns.
When she’s not working, Jessica enjoys spending time cooking, reading, hiking, and most of all spending time with her dog, Aspen.
Management
Meet Jacey! Six years ago, she swapped her small town roots for the vibrant city of Vancouver, and has been head over heels ever since! With her warm smile and friendly demeanour, she’s the cheerful face that brightens up the salon. On her days off, you’ll find her happily lost in a book, or spending quality time with her sweet rescue pup, Ellie. Who’s blonde just like her mom!
Yuliia has this amazing way of helping people shine, making sure everyone feels like what they do truly matters. She’s all about creating a space where ideas flow and each person can bring their best. When she’s not at work, you’ll probably find her painting on canvas, working up a sweat at the gym, or playing a game of tennis. She brings that same energy and love for exploration into everything she does at Elle, balancing creativity with strategy to help build something really special.
For Yuliia, being part of Elle isn’t just about getting things done—it’s about building something that matters, with a touch of wonder along the way.
For Yuliia, being part of Elle isn’t just about getting things done—it’s about building something that matters, with a touch of wonder along the way.
It was Linda’s passion as a young girl to open her own salon, in which she started her own one stop shop beauty salon, Elle Yaletown 5 years ago. As a new and young business owner, she went through many obstacles like covid-19, but with her resilience and hard work ethic, she was able to keep Elle Yaletown going strong. Linda is not only a young business owner, but she is a dog mom to 2 Pomskies, Dennis & Daisy. A mother to her 1 year old son, Dayton & pregnant with identical twin boys! Lastly, she is a fiancé to David.
Aside from running her business and her busy life, she enjoys her sleep and her early morning silence.
Aside from running her business and her busy life, she enjoys her sleep and her early morning silence.
“It was my first time ever getting gel extensions and I LOVE them! Anna did a very good job and I will definitely be coming back to get my nails done again sometime soon!!”
“I got my nails done by Laura just over 2 weeks ago for my Wedding. She did an amazing job helping me figure out what the best design and colours could be for what I envisioned. This is the first time my nails have held up this long and still look really good, which is a miracle since I work with my hands.
Best service I’ve gotten in a really really long time. Thank you Laura.”
