sarah merrie at loc & leaf
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I’m Sarah! A hair artist with over 25 years of experience working with a diverse clientele in Idaho and Southern California. Though born and raised amid the bluebonnets and honeysuckle of rural Texas, my teen years were spent in magical majestic Montana. Shortly after obtaining certification in cosmetology in Boise, my insatiable thirst for finding new and exciting ways to push myself creatively steered me to a role as an educator for a popular haircare brand. This opportunity opened many doors, ultimately resulting in an 18 year journey of honing my skills in Hollywood, the Capital of glamour, smoke & mirrors. Numerous deep dives punctuated this phase of my career; creative cutting techniques, color chemistry, client care, competitive hair styling, editorial photo shoots, NY fashion weeks, and witnessing many young stylists I mentored go on to do amazing things of their own in the beauty industry. While I am forever grateful for my time in LA; the connections made, the feasts enjoyed and dreams realized; my heart has called me home to Montana. As most of my family resides here, my husband Chris and I could not be happier to be settling in to this incredibly wonderful and charming community. My specialty in the salon is working with my clients’ own unique texture, color, and features to create a signature look that is effortless and simple to maintain. If you are looking to elevate your look with an easy and natural aesthetic, I'm your girl!