Meet Your South Mission Hills, San Diego Stylists!
Lia Tomlinson
Salon Owner – Curl Specialist, Balayage Specialist
Lia Tomlinson
Salon Owner – Curl Specialist, Balayage Specialist
Tues – Sat: 10am – 7pm
liastyleshairSpecialties include: Curly Cuts, Long Layers, Balayage, and Blonde
Lia is a seasoned hair artist with a vibrant, adventurous spirit. She began her career at the renowned Aveda Institute in Denver, where she quickly discovered her passion for transforming clients’ looks and uplifting their confidence. Her pursuit of excellence led her to extensive advanced training, and she continually refines her craft to stay at the forefront of the latest trends and techniques.
Read moreOriginally from Boston, Lia spent the past three decades in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in curly hair, balayage, and blonding for all hair types. As a salon owner and educator, she’s built a reputation for her deep expertise and personalized approach to hair care. In 2022, Lia relocated to San Diego, bringing her talents to a new community and embracing all the area has to offer.
Beyond her work with clients, Lia is ecstatic to have created a beautiful, welcoming space where both clients and stylists feel at home. Her salon is a rare haven for independent stylists—a family collective where each stylist feels uplifted and fully supported in growing their own business. Lia’s dedication to building a nurturing, collaborative environment is evident in every detail, ensuring that clients feel comfortable and stylists thrive.
Lia’s commitment to client education is also a defining aspect of her work. She’s especially passionate about empowering clients to care for their curls confidently at home, tailoring guidance for every unique curl pattern. Known for her mastery in curl techniques, she also brings exceptional skill and creativity to all aspects of color work. Whether you’re seeking a fresh balayage or expert guidance on curl care, Lia’s approach is all about making you feel your absolute best. Book a visit with Lia to explore new possibilities for your look and experience her expertise firsthand!
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Molly O’Rourke
Stylist – Color Specialist
Molly O’Rourke
Stylist – Color Specialist
Mon: 11am – 7pmTues, Thurs, Fri: 10am – 6pm
Wed: Closed
Sat: 10am – 3pm
Molly, a hair magician with almost 20 years of experience, thrives on making her clients look and feel incredible. After graduating from Pivot Point Academy in Delaware, she began her career on the East Coast. To further her education, she then attended The Graham Webb International Academy of Hair, The Redken Exchange, and Nick Arrojo’s Advanced Academy in New York.
Read moreLife then took her to the stunning island of Kaua’i, Hawai’i, where she became a sought-after independent stylist. Molly had the privilege of working alongside many talented colleagues.
For the past two years, Molly’s been soaking up the sun in San Diego. She's excited to bring her expertise on blonding, custom color, and "lived-in" looks to Sutter Salon! She is great at precision cuts but she’s also a master at crafting creative hairstyles.
She genuinely enjoys building connections with her clients and taking the time to understand their unique hair goals.
In her free time, she enjoys all things outdoors! You can find Molly adventuring with her daughter and her white Lab Mochi.
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Jen Herber
Stylist – Color Specialist
Jen Herber
Stylist – Color Specialist
Mon & Fri: 10am – 5pmTues & Thurs: 1pm – 7pm
Sat: Message for Availability
Specialties include: Blonde, Brunette, and Vivids
Jen loves all things cut & color, but most importantly she wants her clients to feel unique and authentic when in her chair! Her goal is for her clients to openly share their hair goals, no matter how simple or outrageous they may seem! It’s your journey together, so have fun with it!
Read moreOn a personal level, Jen has two wonderful rescue pups and an awesome wife that she adores! She is a pizza enthusiast and admittedly loves reality TV 🙂
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Jessica Scarlett
Stylist – Balayage and Long Layer Specialist
Jessica Scarlett
Stylist – Balayage and Long Layer Specialist
Tues & Wed: 8am – 5pmFri & Sat: 8am – 5pm
Specialties include: Balayage, Long Layers, and Special Occasion Hair
Jessica Scarlett began her journey in the beauty industry over 25 years ago. She has been a professional hairstylist for 15 years, building her career on connection, trust, and transformation. At the heart of her work is a genuine passion for helping others feel confident, beautiful, seen, heard, and at ease.
Jessica values balance deeply and believes that caring for the mind and body is just as important as beauty—bringing that intention into every client experience. She specializes in gorgeous, natural, lived-in hair color, including all variations of balayage. With a strong intuitive eye for color, she customizes each look to enhance her clients’ natural tones and features.
Read moreJessica also offers romantic, elegant, timeless upstyles for special occasions and loves creating long, layered haircuts full of movement and softness. She uses only high-quality products to protect the hair's integrity and takes time to thoughtfully consult with each client, ensuring their vision is fully understood and brought to life. She is especially attentive to clients with sensitivities, offering gentle, customized approaches for a comfortable experience.
Outside of the salon, Jessica enjoys spending time with her husband, her young son, and her beloved animals. She finds inspiration in nature—especially at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park—and in books that explore the human experience, with favorite authors like Louise Hay, Don Miguel Ruiz, Ernest Holmes, Rumi and Brené Brown.” Jessica Scarlett is creating a space centered on peace, presence, and genuine care—where you can relax, feel supported, and leave feeling like your best self.
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Bella Adair
Stylist – Extension and Color Specialist
Bella Adairt
Stylist – Extension and Color Specialist
Mon & Fri: 10am – 7pmSat & Sun: 10am – 5:30pm
Message for other availability
Specialties include: Hair extensions, Color (Balayage), Vivids
Bella’s passion for beauty started long before she was behind a professional chair. Since high school, she was the go-to person for homecoming and prom transformations, sparking a love for hair and makeup that only grew with time. Now a junior stylist with three years of professional experience, Bella is a self-proclaimed "forever student"—she is constantly seeking out new education and advanced techniques to ensure her skills stay sharp and her clients get the very best.
Read moreHaving lived all over Southern California, Bella has finally claimed San Diego as her forever home. She is a true social creature and a "professional yapper" who treats every appointment like a hangout session. Her goal is to create a genuine bond with everyone who sits in her chair, making sure you leave not just looking great, but feeling like you’ve spent the afternoon with a friend.
When she isn't at the salon, you’ll find Bella exploring every corner of San Diego. Whether she’s discovering a new local gem or spending quality time with her friends and family, she loves soaking up everything this city has to offer!
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