Non-binary person with alternative hairstyle and pink with green highlights

A safe, affirming space for trans, nonbinary, and neuro-divergent clients to express their whole self — with personalized color, alternative cuts, grow-out plans & holistic hair care

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Change Your Hair.

Change Your Life.

Embrace Your Journey With Your Actual Self

At YAS, we believe that everyone is the happiest, most beautiful version of themselves when they're able to fully and confidently be who they are.

Our mission is to assist clients in recognizing their inner beauty and strength, help them manifest it on the outside, and guide them through their journey of self-love with a blend of salon services, and a type of life coaching we like to call Self-Actualization Coaching.

Experience the magic of Your Actual Self!

LET'S DO THIS!

Hi, I'm Lotus!

Mx/she/they/he/pixie

I've had the honor of a career that spans almost 3 decades in the hairdressing industry as a stylist and educator. I'm passionate about helping you to achieve your goals while guiding you on your journey of self-love.

From Hair & Makeup offerings to Self Actualization Coaching for folks in gender transition and beyond, my goal is to provide a range of options that empower you to confidently express yourself in any way you choose...

Even when it's with glitter.

More About Lotus

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Look Great and Feel Confident In Your Own Skin

Short blonde Pixie haircut with silver highlights

Blonde lob haircut with dimensional highlights

Curly alternative haircut with purple dimensional hair color

Alternative neon red hair with short faded asymmetrical haircut

I'M READY TO FEEL CONFIDENT!

What to Expect When We Meet

All services come with an in-depth consultation to discover your needs, lifestyle standards, goals, limitations and desires. From there, we'll map out a plan that brings your vision to life and remove any obstacles to living in authenticity through your personal self expression.

*Every service is priced by the actual work and time it takes — no upsells, no surprises.

**I do not accept tips. Instead, I encourage clients to contribute to my PAY IT FORWARD program; benefiting folks who need salon and/or coaching services, and are experiencing financial hardship. LEARN MORE HERE!

What I Specialize In

Edgy, Alternative Haircuts (undercuts, pixies, mullets, asymmetrical styles - all lengths)

Curly Haircuts (all lengths)

Gender-Affirming Hair Transformations (short-term & long-term transitional styling)
Natural, Yet Noticeable Dimensional Hair Color, Highlights & Color Blocking

Vivid & Fashion Color (blue, green, purple, pink, galaxy hair, you name it)

Color Correction (fixing bad dye jobs, transitioning from one color to another)

Hair & Makeup Lessons

Style Coaching & Wardrobe Advice

Shopping Accompaniment & Advocacy

Pricing & Packages

Updated Pricing, Coming Soon

What Clients Have To Say

TIFFANY, SHE/HER

"I was really hoping for some help. I kind of hit a wall. I don't have a lot of hands-on help. Like at home, the women in my family are not very into the hair or glam- and that was something I really wanted to experience and have. So I reached out for help and Lotus just swooped me up and saved the day! She started with all these little tricks, helping me with the hair, the confidence, and showing me how fun it was. You know, it's work. This is WORK! But it's also fun. It's amazing!"

ABBIE, SHE/HER

"Being new to this area and this country, I didn’t have a lot of friends to talk to and Lotus gave me that kind of ease and a certain comfort when I first met her. It’s not just about providing services, but being able to listen and understand what you are going through."

HAILEY, SHE/HER

"I had started transitioning before meeting Lotus and had been for quite a while. I think she was very beneficial in helping me figure out directions to go and offering some guidance.

If you're looking to expand what you know about your image, or about your ability to express yourself to the world, Lotus is a fantastic person to work with. She is super supportive and very knowledgeable.

Lotus has a deep understanding of what she does and who she works with, it makes a great combination."

WOLF, HE/HIM

Amazing stylist who knows how to communicate with their clients to make sure they get the hair cut they want. Lotus is very respectful of pronouns and is very fun and exciting to be around. Can’t wait to see them again!