Meet Michael – Manager at Gila Rut

How long have you been working for Gila Rut?

In March, I will be celebrating 8 amazing years with Gila Rut! I met the owner, Keri, when I moved here in 2000. Seven years later, I phoned her and said I was coming to work for her company. I knew it would be a perfect match.

What do you love most about working in a salon?

What’s not to love? I adore the culture of our company, from the teamwork and family atmosphere, to helping the guests everyday. I get to work with so many different team members, and it’s always fun to step away from my management role and provide makeup artistry for the guests. I think that the opportunity and balance between business and creativity is my favorite part about working for Gila Rut. I have had the pleasure to work … Read More

Meet Kim – Colorist at Otay Ranch

How long have you been working for Gila Rut?

In March, it will be two years that I have been working for Gila Rut.

What inspires you as a stylist?

I’m most inspired by my clients. That fact that I can make someone feel beautiful and confident is what keeps me going. Knowing that I have the power to turn their day around, to me, is awesome.

What is your favorite trend in the hair world right now?

My favorite trend  is Balayage highlights. I love that it is an option for people to brighten up their color and add dimension without the maintenance.

What is your favorite Aveda product and how would you use it on clients?

Right now I love the Smooth Infusion’s Naturally Straight. Its a great product for those clients who love to wear the hair straight often. You … Read More

Meet Andre – Master Designer 1 at Torrey Hills

How long have you been working for Gila Rut?

I’ve been at Gila Rut for 3.5 years but I’ve been doing hair for 22 years.  I’ve worked at some great salons but Gila Rut is the best salon ever.

What inspires you as a stylist?

I’m inspired by old and new styles, the latest trends, or bringing something back in a new way. The service I absolutely love doing right now is Vomor Extensions! They are the tape in method. They are easy and fast to apply, they look so natural and come in so many colors that you can use them for volume, texture, length or even a color pop!

What is your favorite trend in the hair world right now?

I’m inspired by natural textures (sometimes made by styling tools) and I love hair that moves, its sexy and … Read More

We love giving back to our community! Gila Rut will be partnering with The Mater Dei & Junior Optimists to give you “A Winter Princess Ball.”  Gila Rut will be providing their hair and make-up services to all the little princess. All Proceeds from this with be donated to cancer research for children.

When: Saturday, Janurary 24th  5:00pm – 7:00pm
Where: Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 450 Corral Canyon Rd, Bonita, CA 91902
Children: $15    Adults: $20

You want your little one to feel like a princess for a night then come say Hi!… Read More

Get to know Kimi- Senior Colorist & Extension Specialist at Hillcrest

How long have you been working for Gila Rut?

3 wonderful years

What inspires you as a stylist?

Nature often inspires me as a colorist. I love the way colors flow seamlessly in and out of each other, season to season. The possibilities are endless…..

What is your favorite trend in the hair world right now?

Recently I’ve been seeing a lot of silver and chrome colors. It is a very cool transition; to create grey instead of covering it up.

What is your favorite Aveda product and how would you use it on clients?

Beautifing Oil is my favorite right now. I like to mix it in with hand massages, facials, and even into my color. Every part of us needs extra moisture this time of the year and Beautifing Oil delivers!

What do you enjoy doing outside … Read More