Meet the Dolls!
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Jessica Spivey- Mackin
Jessica is our salon manager, educator, and one of our master stylists. She’s a San Diego native and started her career in 2011. She spent the majority of her time as a stylist here in pacific beach. Besides her time being a local legend, she spent 3.5 years hairdressing in Dublin Ireland before her grand return to us at PaperDoll in 2022. She specializes in precision blonding and color corrections but is a true Jack of all trades. From fades to specialty coloring she can truly accommodate any of your needs!
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Cindy Getts
Cindy is a spunky, warm hearted stylist and PaperDoll’s very own short hair specialist. She has over 15 years of experience and enjoys working with her clients one-on-one to create a unique style curated just for you! From rainbow pixies, to sharp blonde bobs, to that perfect textured shag. She loves it all and welcomes any and all hair challenges as she loves getting those creative juices flowing to find great solutions.
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Stephanie Aretakis
Stephanie is our East-Coast gal, born and raised in New Jersey! With over 13 years of experience, she is passionate about making her clients feel beautiful and confident through her work as a hairstylist! Specializing in blonding, creative coloring, cutting and styling, Stephanie finds joy in catering to her clients needs and preferences, and it is this personalized touch that keeps her clients coming back. Outside of salon life, Stephanie loves photography, art, and her adorable 3 cats!
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Grace Bareno
Born & raised in San Diego, Grace began her career in the beauty industry by enrolling at Paul Mitchell the school. When she graduated in 2022, Grace started her extensive training as a Junior Stylist to continue her education here at PaperDoll. Her continuously growing skills and techniques pair perfectly with her warm and welcoming personality! Grace’s main focus is making sure every client feels like the best version of themselves!
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Alison Mondo
Meet Alison, one of our vibrant Junior Stylists. She brings positivity and sunshine to all of us and the salon! Through great listening and communication, she's all ears for both hair desires and life tales. Born and raised in CA, she attended cosmetology school in Orange County. When Alison graduated, she made the move to San Diego to join our team and continue her education! With the confidence and experience she’s gained during her training, we are confident that Alison will be a great addition to your beauty routine!
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Braylin McCartney
Braylin is our salon sweetheart, she brings warmth and expertise to every appointment, creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for everyone in her chair. With 9 years of experience as a hairstylist, her passion lies in haircutting, color, blonding and men’s cuts. She’s an expert in K-Tip extensions, where she skillfully combines color matching and cutting techniques to create a seamless blend that enhances her clients' natural beauty. Braylin's dedication to her craft and commitment to customer satisfaction make her a go-to stylist here at PaperDoll!
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Maya Abassi
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Abby Cogswell
Abby is a talented hairstylist who recently moved to San Diego from Kansas City! With a passion for bright, beautiful blondes, dimensional coppers, and custom vivid looks, she is dedicated to helping you achieve the hair of your dreams. However, what truly sets Abby apart is her commitment to creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere that fosters confidence and self-expression. Whether you're looking for a subtle change or a bold new look, Abby is always ready to listen and work with you to achieve your desired outcome. With her expertise and warm personality, you can trust Abby to bring out the best version of you!
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Lisa Blackwell
Lisa is our color specialist in the salon! She started her career training under one of the most prestigious color specialists in San Diego—so she knows all of the ins and outs on everything color. Finding yourself in her chair means you might get a crowd, all of us here in the salon are obsessed with watching her incredible technique and artistic talent. Known as “The Balayage Queen” — she’ll give you the beautiful sun-kissed look you’ve been dreaming of!
Call or Text for an appointment (858) 354-8674
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Cat Reese
Catherine, or “Cat”, is a talented stylist from Orange County who began her career in 2013. Her Paul Mitchell education, continuous training, and hard work has made her a well-rounded stylist, although she has a special love for blondes. Cat is all for healthy, effortless hair that compliments your inner beauty!
Call or Text for an appointment
(949) 584-3569
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Sarah LuAnn
Sarah brings 11 years of experience and educational based focus to her hairstyling career . She trained at Paul Mitchell and has continually enhanced her skills with advanced education from Wella International, Hair Dreams, IBE and others. Sarah’s specialty is blonding & extensions, varying from natural-looking ‘lived-in’ blonde to more detailed platinum and baby light styles, delicate invisible bead weft and tape-in extension methods. With a focus on precision and a flair for personalization, Sarah ensures each client’s experience is both comfortable and satisfying!
Call or Text for an appointment
(916) 878-1440