Meet Our Team
When you’re looking for beauty salons in Parma, Ohio, your perfect stylist is waiting for you. Meet our team below, then contact us when you’re ready to enter an oasis of pampered hair care.
Marcy Prasek – Owner
Marcy started at Illusion Unlimited in 1988 as an assistant and salon coordinator when she was in cosmetology school. She worked her way up to general manager until eventually becoming a partner with founder Dennis Millard. She bought Dennis out from the business and became the full salon owner in 2022. When she isn’t being the leader in the salon, you can find her among the flowers in her massive garden.
Samantha Samuel – HR & Marketing Director
Sam began working at Illusion Unlimited as a receptionist in 2008. Since then, she has taken on roles of increasing responsibility. She now manages the human resources department, inventory control, marketing, and many administrative duties. In her free time, you can find her out hiking, biking or kayaking trying to reach her 1,000 mile goal for the year.
Sarah Hannah – Salon Manager
YEARS AT IUS: 8 Years (HIRED 2016)
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Bassu Moisturizing Mist
Sarah began her career at Illusion Unlimited as our salon assistant while in nursing school. She later decided that the salon was her calling and quickly became our salon manager. She is the glue that holds our team together. You may still find her behind the chair with some guests when we are super busy and in a pickle for a rinse.
Alicia – Salon Coordinator
YEARS AT IUS: 36 Years (HIRED 1988)
Alicia has been a staple of this salon for over 36 years! Her responsibilities may have changed throughout the years, from front desk management to administrative duties, but her wavering commitment to our team has never changed.
Lydia – Salon Coordinator
YEARS AT IUS: 3 Years (HIRED 2022)
Lydia shows up every day with the sincerest smile to great our guests. She has a very welcoming energy and guest satisfaction is her priority! Fun fact, she is one of seven siblings.
Meet the Stylists
Andrea – Master Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 35 years (Licensed since 1989)
SPECIALTIES: Haircuts Only (Allergic to Color), Specialty Styles
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: VERB Volume Texture Powder
From classic to trendy, Andrea isn’t afraid to rock out any type of haircut out there. She partners with our other educators in the salon apprentice program to share her expertise in haircuts. She likes making people feel better about themselves and encouraging self-love. Andrea enjoys riding her motorcycle and isn’t afraid to be one of the coolest biker chicks on the road. She also enjoys her solitude in nature and her dog, Roxie!
Trish – Senior Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 29 years (Licensed since 1995)
SPECIALTIES: Highlights, Coloring, Balayage, Perms, Specialty Styling, Mens Haircuts
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Curls Shampoo & Conditioner, SURFACE Curls Frizz Free Gel, SURFACE Blowout Shampoo & Conditioner
Trish loves creating stunning and unique hairstyles that accentuate her guests’ features and personalities! You can find Trish doing some sort of DIY project on her house or chasing her dog, Dash, around the yard.
Jennifer – Master Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 28 years (Licensed since 1996)
SPECIALTIES: Highlights, Curly Hair, Keratin Smoothing Treatment/ Express Blowouts
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Curls
Jennifer’s love for hair goes beyond her skills. She looks forward to meeting new people and creating new connections with everyone who sits in her chair. Most of the time they even become family. When Jennifer isn’t behind the chair, you can find her supporting her family and cuddling with the family dog, Ewok!
Audrey – Master Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 28 years (Licensed since 1996)
SPECIALTIES: Matrix Certified Haircolor Specialist, Blondes
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Curls Oil Gel
Audrey loves being a part of the transformation in her chair from start to finish. Seeing the beautiful end results gives her the biggest joy. Even though she has never been blonde a day in her life, she really loves bringing her blonde clients’ dreams come true! Being a Matrix Educator, she has been able to share her talents all over the country. Audrey wears many hats when she isn’t in the salon and is constantly expanding her personal endeavors.
Angela – Master Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 22 years (Licensed since 2002)
SPECIALTIES: Balayage, Highlighting, Blowouts and Specialty Styles, Smoothing Keratin Treatments
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Awaken Treatment, SURFACE Blowout Smoothing Balm, SURFACE Violet Blowdry Cream
The beauty industry is constantly evolving and changing. Angela takes pride in staying up to date with the latest trends and techniques for her guests. She shares her vast knowledge and experience in our salon apprentice program as one of our educators. Angela brings a brightness to the salon family by doing what she loves and enjoys being in an atmosphere that is filled with kindness and positive energy. You can find Angela in her new home raising her chickens and learning how to be self-sustainable in different ways.
Patty – Master Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 17 years (Licensed since 2007)
SPECIALTIES: Corrective Color, Highlighting, Balayage, Specialty Styles
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: VERB Ghost Oil, AQUAGE Uplifting Foam, IGK Thermal Spray, AQUAGE Finishing Spray
Our industry is more than just a pretty hairstyle or trendy hair color. Patty understands the value in creating and sustaining relationships with every visit which only add to her success as a stylist! Her eye for detail and nurturing nature allows her to share her incredible skill set with each and every guest. Patty gives her all to her big Italian family, husband and three children. She is always planning some celebration!
Kelly – Master Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 17 years (Licensed since 2007)
SPECIALTIES: Custom Foiling, Highlighting, Fantasy/ Vivid Colors
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Bassu Moisture Bond Leave-In Treatment
As a hairstylist, Kelly has the opportunity to be creative every day and no two days are the same. She believes her exceptional communication style and attention to detail through a thorough consultation gives her the foundation to creating the most exceptional results. Kelly is a cat mom to two beautiful boys. She loves to kayak, be outdoors and capture the most breathtaking nature photos.
Kira – Master Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 16 years (Licensed since 2008)
SPECIALTIES: Corrective Color and Big Changes
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: VERB Ghost Oil, VERB Volume Texture Spray, SURFACE Awaken Thickening Cream
The beauty in our industry goes well beyond just doing hair. Everyday is different and brings new challenges that Kira greets with open arms. She loves making people feel their absolute best when they leave her chair. Kira brings her experience with color and haircuts to our salon apprentice program as an educator. Her other passions in life include her two beautiful children, traveling and trying new things!
Sara – Senior Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 8 years (Licensed since 2016)
SPECIALTIES: Blondes
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Bassu Oil, SURFACE Curls Smoothing Cream
Sara’s passions in the salon are all things blonde and helping each guest feel great about themselves. When she isn’t dedicated her time to the salon, you can find traveling the world with her husband.
Marissa – Senior Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 6 years (Licensed since 2018)
SPECIALTIES: Blonding, Highlighting, Balayage, Platinum Card, Shag and Textured Haircuts, Extensions
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Awaken Texture Spray, SURFACE Taffy Whip
Being a hairstylist is more than just a job, it’s a true passion for Marissa. She loves making people feel confident and powerful within themselves. Hair for a woman can be a security blanket and its rocks knowing she can make her guests feel even more beautiful sitting her in chair. She takes pride in following her grandma’s footsteps in this industry. What makes Marissa happy… the color pink and her amazing puppy, Bo.
Sarah “Savannah” – Senior Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 5 years (Licensed since 2019)
SPECIALTIES: Color Corrections, Fantasy/ Vivid Colors, Highlights, Balayage, Textured Haircuts, Shags, Curly Haircuts, Extensions
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Curls Smoothing Cream, SURFACE Trinity Protein Cream, SURFACE Bassu Oil
When asked what Savannah loves about this industry the answer came naturally; she loves making people feel beautiful one guest at a time! Savannah loves that she can make an impact on someone’s life and boost their confidence instantly. She loves traveling and camping with her friends and boyfriend. Savannah recently adopted a Mexican Xolo aka. Hairless dog!
Tori – Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 2 years (Licensed since 2021)
SPECIALTIES: Curly Haircuts, Fantasy/ Vivid Colors, Extensions
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Bassu Moisture Bond
Tori loves being present and having an open ear for her guests to sound off to. She goes the extra mile in making her guests feel special no matter what service they receive in her chair. As someone who has naturally curly hair, Tori understands the complexity and detail that particular hair type needs. When she isn’t in the salon, you can find Tori wrangling in all of her dogs or dreaming of Highland cows.
Amanda – Junior Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 2 years (Licensed since 2022)
SPECIALTIES: Highlights/ Foiling, Big “Chop” Haircuts, Fantasy/ Vivid Colors
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Curls Frizz Free Spray Gel, SURFACE Curls Smoothing Cream, SURFACE Trinity Protein Cream
Amanda loves watching the difference between when a guest first sits in her chair verse when they walk out with confidence gleaming loving their new look. A fun fact about Amanda is she has 7, almost 8, nieces and nephews!
Alex – Junior Designer
YEARS BEHIND THE CHAIR: 1.5 years (Licensed since 2023)
SPECIALTIES: Women’s & Men’s Haircutting, Single Process Color
FAVORITE PRODUCTS: SURFACE Bassu Moisture Bond, SURFACE Bassu Oil
Alex has had a passion for all things hair since she was a little girl; always styling her dolls. Her adversity and drive is really what sets her apart from every other stylist. Alex has found her niche in haircutting, both men and women, with all current and new trends!
Home of the “In-Balance” Design Consultation™
- Makes your head appear to fit your body in a way that balances your silhouette.
- Makes your hair appear to balance your facial features.
- Encompasses the “Total You.” (How you feel about your appearance—what you like and don’t like about yourself—is the determining factor regarding your hairstyle and even the clothes you wear.)