jessica gellman

stylist

tell us about your background?

I got my start at The Paul Mitchell of Costa Mesa and after graduating, assisted in Newport for 3 1/2 years (while simultaneously learning color specialty). After moving to South County, I knew right away I wanted to work in Mission Viejo!

what drives you?

I’m driven by pure, uncompelled happiness.

what makes you smile?

What makes me smile is joining in on new experiences and learning new skills!

favorite rockstar?

My favorite “rockstar” is without a doubt Hayley Williams from Paramore and Gwen Stefani!

favorite movie?

My favorite movie is Secret of my success or Rudy!

favorite food?

My favorite food is Side Car donuts, if there’s anything sweet... I’m so there!

any special talents?

I enjoy singing with my voice coach and working out. They make me feel on top of the world!

at 5 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?

At 5 years old, I knew I was bound to do something in the creative field!

what is your favorite cocktail?

My favorite cocktail is a BJ’s Pink Cadillac, or a sweet martini!

if you could have dinner with anyone, who would it be?

If I could have dinner with anyone, it would be Haley Williams, Pink or Gwen Stefani.

what do you do on a sunday?

On a Sunday, I love to focus on my family, my two dogs (my 22 week old Golden Retriever and 5 year old Shih Tzu) or anything that involves self care. Taking my dogs to Huntington dog beach or walking around the spectrum are very relaxing!

favorite saying or quote?

My favorite saying is “Your ego is not your amigo,” or “follow your arrow,” because I’m a firm believer in making the best decisions for yourself and that we are worthy of creating the life we’ve all dreamed of as kids! So why not go for it?!

If I had a super power what would to be?

If I had any super power it would be to heal all the pain in peoples hearts or heal an illness. It’s so easy to hold onto certain events or things, but I do believe that our experiences make us better or bitter!

what brought you to thehousesalon?

What brought me to the house was Yelp! After seeing a plethora of great reviews, I decided to check out the salon. As I walked in, I noticed right away that the salon culture was diverse. It wowed me that everyone was accepted for who they were, and that’s what I was looking for in a salon. Everyone deserves to have a creative space where they can thrive!