Beauty & Spas in Gladstone

Free Spirit Skincare owner Rene' Halstead started out as a nail technician before earning a master's certification through Creative Nail Design for acrylic application. The multitalented aesthetician and her award-winning team cleanse and nourish faces using Dermalogica products and fragrant essential oils, and transform 'dos with color, cuts, and weaves. Halstead is licensed in cosmetic and body tattooing, specializing in permanent-makeup application, and—having trained at the renowned Gauntlet body-jewelry mecca in San Francisco—is certified to pierce earlobes or navels while seated atop a skirted horse. She stays ahead of industry trends with ongoing education through the International Dermal Institute and the American Institute of Intradermal Cosmetics.

Estheticians Karlene Wishloff helps her patrons feel even younger with exfoliating facials, gentle microdermabrasions, waxing, and anti-aging light therapy. Rather than using harmful substances such as petroleum products, mineral oils, and well-aged Windex, the seasoned skin expert removes dead skin cells and reduces hyperpigmentation with plant-based products, fruit extracts, and non-invasive applications of concentrated light. Wishloff operates out of Park Avenue Salon, a space marked by earth-toned walls, leafy potted plants, bamboo, and comfy leather chairs.

Mother of three Hali Owens has been creating artful coifs for nearly a decade and a half, choosing to steer away from a possible career in criminal justice to follow her true passion. A Vegas transplant, Owens prides herself on her ability to listen to clients, honing in on their wants, needs, and personality to shape memorable styles and give each guest the knowledge needed to re-create the look at home. She wields products from local favorite sidlab as well as Paul Mitchell and Kevin Murphy, skillfully coloring, shearing, and styling manes of guests nestled in chrome treatment chairs amid the original artwork of L'Attrait Salon & Spa. Besides standard salon services, Owens also doles out cosmetic packages including Saturday Night Special and Evening on the Town, in addition for giving tips on how to best water sideburns.

Owner and lead stylist Cristie designed Urban Roots to be a relaxing respite, so while clients sit for a haircut they sip complimentary glasses of wine or cups of coffee as she makes the visit all about them. Keeping up-to-date on fashions, the salon offers everything from all-over color and partial highlights to hair tinsel and feather extensions. It also welcomes guests to peruse Rocks 4 Life’s line of handcrafted jewelry.