OUR TEAM - View Street (Downtown)
Meet our friendly team of professionals who can't wait to welcome you to our award-winning salon!
- #1 Salon in the 2023 Times Colonist Reader's Choice Awards
- Voted #1 Best salon in the City in 2022
- Voted the Best Salon in BC in 2020 and Best Hair Stylist 2019: Philip Ferreira
- Award-winning master stylists with over 30 years' of experience
- We are the only Advanced Level DevaCurl salon (a specialized cutting system from NYC) and offer curly hair extensions
- The only official Bellami Hair Extension certified salon on Vancouver Island
- Certified to offer Japanese Hair Straightening and Smoothing Treatments
- Neuma, Maria Nila and Yon-ka skincare- cruelty-free professional products are sold here, plus our bespoke retail selection of locally made products
- Outstanding customer service — visit us and see for yourself!
Interested in joining our incredible team? Visit our Careers page.
Creative Director, Master Stylist and Co-Owner
Philip Ferreira - Creative Director, Co-Owner, Level 7
Instagram: @hairphilosophy
Philip was born and raised in Montreal by Portuguese immigrant parents. His father was a tailor and his mother worked by his side making leather goods. While the family struggled to make a living, Philip remembers always having beautiful leather jackets and being well supported and loved. Philip dreamt of being an architect but when the family relocated to Victoria in Grade 12, he didn’t speak enough English to attend college. With language as a barrier to education, he worked construction until he found a mentor who introduced him to the world of hair. He worked the night shift at Denny’s, travelled to Nanaimo for his BC hair license, all the while being a young father.
Philip is the only Canadian to have won International Trend Vision, Sassoon trained, he’s travelled the world educating and he’s an inspiring artist and cutter. The best thing about Philip, besides his obvious talent, is he’s the kindest man you’ll ever meet.
*Portuguese and French speaker
Find out more about educational opportunities to learn from Philip.
Stylists
Sarah Stratton - Level 6, DevaCurl Specialist
Instagram: @basicunicornlooks
Sarah grew up in Nanaimo, BC and her childhood was an exception, as she was the tenth born child of twelve. Yes, you read that right! Her parents had twelve children and actually decided that together when they got engaged. Growing up in such a large family meant many joyful times, closeness and acquiring lots of “keeping the peace” skills. Sarah still has family in the centre of her life, but she’s also an ambitious career woman. As a teenager she loved playing with hair, decided what she wanted to be a stylist. She loved every second of hair school and of course she also excelled at it. She won all the awards and took the best job of all the graduates. She’s been cutting for almost 20 years, with a few years off being a full-time mom. She now complements her hairstyling with makeup and leads our makeup and bridal program at the salon.
Silent Service Option- If you would like to enjoy your time with me in silence, please add it to your appointment notes or ask the front desk when you check in.
Heidi Ellis - Level 6, Advanced Extensionist and Hair Flair Educator
Instagram: @heididoesthehair
(new clients welcome, call to book haircuts)
Shaylyn Easton - Level 4, Certified Bellami Extension Specialist
Instagram: @stylesbyshay.yyj
Shaylyn was born and raised in Victoria! Her passion for hair started at a young age doing her Barbie and family’s hair, then she soon became her basketball teams hairstylist in charge of French braids. Graduating top in her class, Shay now specializes in blonde and brunette balayage! She has also expanded her education resulting in her level 3 stature and does Bellami extensions, as well as Cezanne smoothing treatments!
Shay is a great listener and her consultation is thorough and thoughtful. She strives to give her clients the highest quality of service every single time and loves making her clients feel the best version of themselves! When she isn’t at the salon you can find her hiking on this beautiful island, trying new recipes for her meal prep, at the gym or at church! She can’t wait to meet you in her chair.
Marlee Beache - Level 4, Balayage Specialist
Instagram: @marmarthesuperstar
Marlee is originally from Calgary and studied at Marvel Cosmetology school grad of 2015. While in school she was an apprentice and has over 10 years behind the chair. Marlee loves balayage, big colour changes and transformations. She’s a self taught pasta maker, so Sundays are Italian nights at her house. She’s an avid reader and traveller. She’s lived in Holland and got her love of biking from there. Marlee works at Cook Street during the week and is Downtown at View on Saturdays.
Peter Hamilton - Level 5
Instagram: @p.hamilton_hair
After working, training and teaching throughout Scotland and England, Peter made the decision to relocate to Canada for a new adventure; after 5 years in Montreal (at studio MW in Old Port), he is now in Victoria to start his west coast adventure.
Shayla Milton, Award Winning Barber Level 4
Instagram: @shay.braidsandfades
A seasoned award winning barber of 10 years, Shayla cuts all hair types and specializes in fades, braids, beards and short scissor cuts. She offers a wide range of services and always loves to try new things. Shayla loves nature, has two adorable dogs and lives within walking distance to the downtown salon. Shayla has joined our team because her values align with The Natural, she likes to work hard and rest hard too. Come see her in our barber loft for an elevated barber shop experience.
Emylia Biegun - Level 4 (she/her/they/them), Curl Specialist & Certified Bellami Extensionist
Instagram: @emyliabhair
Emylia has been doing hair since she was 17. Emylia identifies as nonbinary — they/she pronouns and provides a completely safe space with no judgement. Bright and bubbly, Emylia is good at everything, is certified in Bellami hair extensions and is a curly hair specialist. Come to her for any creative cut and colour, or to embrace your natural beauty and texture. Her goal is always to help you bring what’s on the inside to the outside as well.
They spend their free time hugging trees, standing by the ocean, being with friends and family and making any kind of music. Emylia is committed to sustainable living and social justice, she's also an animal and plant lover.
Silent Service Option- If you would like to enjoy your time with me in silence, please add it to your appointment notes or ask the front desk when you check in.
Taylor Holt - Level 3 (she/they)
Taylor is a queer identifying stylist born and raised in Victoria. She loves exploring all the unique and wonderful communities the city has to offer. Having started her career in the theatre studying costume history, she quickly found a love for vintage hairstyling and fell head over heels for the hair industry as a whole. As a generalist in the industry Taylor can do a little bit of everything but she especially loves vibrant colours, mullets, and geometric hair cuts. *For on scalp bleach and tones, Taylor prefers vivids only.
*Learning French and some ASL
Madi Mouzakis- Level 3, Curly hair, blonding and Bellami hair extensions (she/her)
Instagram- @hairby__madi
Madi's been in the hair industry for over three years. She is very passionate about all things hair and she's especially drawn to lived-in blondes, shags and curly hair! Madi's a cheerleader, always supportive and uplifting. Her number one goal is make you feel like the best version of yourself you can be. Madi is a bubbly, bright person who spends her free time hanging out in nature, reading books, dancing around with friends and cuddling any cat she can find.
Chiara Cannataro - Level 2
Instagram: @Chiara.cuts.hair
Chiara began her hairstyling journey at just 14 years old. Originally from Ontario, she honed her craft at Fiorio Hair Academy in Toronto, graduating in 2018. After relocating out west with her twin sister and brother, Chiara embraced the creativity that hairstyling offers. She specializes in shags, mullets, and razor cuts, turning her clients' hair visions into reality. Outside of the salon, Chiara enjoys picnics, tea parties with friends, and crafting, including pottery. Her love for art enhances her hairstyling, making each client’s experience uniquely creative and fulfilling.
She holds a deep love and appreciation for Mother Nature, which has greatly influenced her decision to work at the Natural, specifically regarding all their green initiatives. In the salon she enjoys styling and cutting but especially doing bright vivid colours.
Emma Bargh - Level 1
This English born Victorian grew up in Smithers and moved here in 2019. An animal lover with a green thumb, she also loves to read, collect sea glass and thrift. She’s been working under the supervision and guidance of Phillip Ferreira and is now available to take her own clients. Emma is smart, hard working and focussed. She has fantastic opinions and is asset to the team!
Grace loves animals and has four at her family home in Cobble Hill. Having meaningful conversations with guests is what truly makes time fly for her. She’s a recent graduate with almost a year of hair under her belt. She works closely with Philip and is already a star! Her favourite food is seafood and she loves musicals, dance and fashion. Grace is courageous and loves new things. She is a loyal and dedicated person.
Lina- Associate
Born in Iraq and raised in Turkey, Lina graduated from Victoria High School top of her class. She believes in the power of hard work and commitment, and life long learning is the key to success. She aspires to develop herself to achieve her goals, whether at work or on a personal level.
Salon Management
Jordyn Cowan- Salon Coordinator
Born in Victoria, Jordyn grew up in the lower mainland but found her way back to Victoria nine years ago. She lives with her (soon to be) husband and tuxedo cat Mitch. Jordyn is at home and the happiest when surrounded by the mountains and ocean. She loves spending times outdoors whether just catching some sunshine on her lunch break from work or hiking on her days off or camping for the weekend. She loves going to the movies and will see almost anything just for an excuse to go to the theatre. With nearly a decade of retail management experience, she takes pride in providing an excellent guest experience and loves being part of the busy salon life.
Natalie Grunberg-Ferreira - GM and Co-owner (she/her)
Instagram: @thenaturalhairsalon
A consummate entrepreneur who has created several successful businesses and had a previous career in education. With her savvy business and management skills, she brought in all the necessary talent and professionals to run the best salons in Victoria. Her goal is to be the best employer in BC and she's off to a great start with this team!
On Maternity Leave
Lydda Holt - Level 5
Natasha Perricciolo- Salon Coordinator
Natasha was born and raised in Toronto Ontario and relocated here 8 months ago to start a new adventure. She has 10 years experience in the beauty industry as an esthetician that she brings to her role in the front end of our salon. She’s a foodie, coffee lover, and on her spare time you’ll find her exploring with her husky, Kai. She looks forward to making your guest experience at The Natural memorable.