Our shear joy family

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Joy has been the owner and operator of Shear Joy Salon and Spa since she founded it in 1982. Joy graduated from the Miami Valley Career Technology Center and is in their "Hall of Fame"! She has trained in advanced hair design with some of the best in the industry, both nationally and internationally. Her training includes: Tony and Guy in London, Jingles in New York, Martin Parsons in Toronto, and Matrix in Montreal. Joy prides herself on having very educated, talented, and caring professionals who help create the Shear Joy experience!

Intuitive. Consultative. Creative… are some of the words I hear from my cherished clientele. As a resident of this area, I consider you, my client, a friend. As a licensed Managing Cosmetologist and Image Consultant for over 20 years, I take great pride in focusing on, listening to, and collaborating with you, first to understand your wants and expectations. Then, we work together to create the exact look or even the complete transformation you were hoping for. A visit with me is always so much more than just getting a haircut, a color, or another service; it is truly about creating a positive, memorable experience from the moment you walk in the door.

Innovative and confident. Proactive in improving and expanding my skills, I regularly participate in classes, hair shows, and industry seminars to bring you the very best in techniques. My true expertise lies in the area of coloring hair as I have been fortunate enough to have worked with Goldwell, one of most prominent and respected hair product companies in the world. While there, I educated salon practitioners on product usage and color techniques. I have also used a wide range of color lines, which have given me the confidence and ability to become a master at color formulating. Hair is my passion. Every client I see is another opportunity to create joy and authentic beauty through the best possible experience! My favorite quote: "Be Calm, Be Strong, Be Grateful" – Anonymous

I have been a cosmetologist since I was 17; almost 30 years. I received my training at CTC (formerly JVS) and have been an active cosmetologist since then. In the early '90s, I worked backstage for Malibu 2000 prepping and styling models at renowned hair shows. My areas of expertise would be the knowledge I have gained regarding all chemical processes, with color enhancement being my favorite.

In 1990, I became a partner in forming a new salon, "The Mane Stop". In 1995, "The Mane Stop" moved into a new building designed by myself and my partner to become the largest free-standing salon in the area. In 2005, in order to be able to devote more time to my new family, Dave, Hunter, and Derek, "The Mane Stop" was sold to Shear Joy. I am very happy and lucky to still be here as part of Shear Joy.

I have developed and maintain a very loyal clientele over the years and am proud of the personal relationships that I have formed with so of them and their families.

I've had my cosmetology license for 14 years. I have been with Shear Joy for 8 years. I love my "job"! I love my salon and all the people who work beside me! I have the greatest clients! I'm a creative person. It's in my DNA. I'm also a singer / songwriter. I enjoy landscaping and painting old furniture. My true passion in the beauty industry is to make my clients feel good about themselves. There's nothing greater than knowing a client may be having a bad day and when they leave the salon, they feel relaxed, happy, and beautiful. I enjoy shaping and styling to create the "perfect" style for each individual. I love, love, love color! I will listen to your needs and wants and together we will create a beautiful color to enhance your natural beauty! I'm a "thirty-something" who enjoys clients of all ages from little ones to 101!

In 1979, I attended Dayton Academy of Hair Design and graduated with a Managing Cosmetologist License. For the first 17 years of my career, I worked at Studio 48 in Kettering and then moved to Shear Joy where I have worked since then. So, I have been in this awesome business for 31 years. I truly love my job! Doing hair is my passion and my God-given talent. I specialize in hair cutting, hair coloring, styling and "up-do's" for dances and weddings, etc. I offer make-up sessions and facials at the salon. The sessions are free of charge. All you need to do is make the appointment! In 2007 and 2008, I received "Runner-Up" with Ohio Stylist magazine for the design of my haircut, hair color, and make-up design. I was very excited to receive the honor.

My goal with each client is communication, open-mindedness, honesty, and to make it work for you, so you can re-create the look at home.

All seriousness aside, I love to have fun with my clients and make sure it is an enjoyable experience for you. My hours are as follows: Monday - off, Tuesday 11-8, Wednesday 11-6, Thursday 11-8, Friday 11-5 and Saturday 10-4. I hope to see you soon in my chair ready for an amazing experience!

I have been a managing cosmetologist for over 20 years. The joy that comes from playing a part in making someone feel good about themselves is indescribable. Whether it is a change of color , a new haircut or hair extentions it can make you feel like a million bucks.  I enjoy doing all of these services and more. One of my favorite services are hair extentions. To transform someones hair to thicker longer hair in one visit is so fun! I have been doing extentions for over 20 years. With continued education classes on a regular basis I am able to keep up with the changes in the styles and methods in the hair industry. The best part are the friendships made in my station. I value my clients and look forward to seeing them. Thank you for taking the time to read my bio and I hope to see you at Shear Joy.

I have been a member of the Shear Joy team since 2018 and have expanded my skills all over since joining. With a one-of-a-kind personality, I love to aid my clients in expressing themselves through unique hair colors and styles! Although I am newer to the industry, my passion for learning and beauty have helped me push my skills to an advanced level. I am constantly wanting to learn more and create more with bright colors and certified extension training. I specialize in balayage, vivid (fashion colors), extensions, and now microblading. I fell in love with makeup and helping make everyone I encountered feel even more beautiful, and now I can proudly say I do that with their hair as well giving them a total package feeling. 

Having done nails since I was young, I enjoy experimenting with fun colors and patterns! I look forward to providing my clients at Shear Joy with a relaxing spa experience ending in gorgeous nails! I currently offer all natural nail services, including regular lacquer and gel polish and through further education will continue to bring the latest trends! All nail art is offered in gel including French tip. I would love to serve you soon!

I have been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2001 after studying extensively in anatomy, physiology and massage therapy. In addition, I complete 12 - 20 hours of continuing education units every year. I specialize in Swedish Massage and, if desired, Deep Tissue Work, using such procedures as kneading, cross fiber friction and muscle release techniques, while applying light-to-moderate-to-deep pressure. I will also schedule a soothing Hot Stone Massage, if desired. I have enjoyed working with Shear Joy for the past 9 years and plan to stay with Joy indefinitely.

I've been a licensed massage therapist since graduating from the Dayton School of Medical Massage in 2017.  I specialize in deep tissue massage using techniques such as stretching, muscle stripping, cross fiber friction, kneading, trigger point therapy and craniosacral therapy.  I also use Reiki to channel my energy to activate the natural healing process in the body.  I love working one on one with my clients and knowing that I had a positive impact on them.