About
Me
Hello! My name is Ray. I am a barber-stylist meaning I am focused on short hair and I make my services gender inclusive. I think anyone can rock a good fade, a buzz cut, or a stylish pixie, and it's my pleasure to help you figure out what would work best for you!
You can rely on me as I have been a licensed cosmetologist for over 10 years. I received my license in Pennsylvania where I worked for 5 years before moving to the East Bay in 2015. I managed a local franchise for 3 years before I became an independent stylist and started Ray's Hair Design in the Oakland area. I love the East Bay and being able to be a part of the community here!
One of my favorite things is being able to chit chat about anything and everything with my clients but I'm also happy to let you relax, sit back, and enjoy your personal time as I do my work!
As a stylist, I am constantly striving to better myself through advanced education, collaboration with my fellow stylists, and of course collaboration with those who have chosen to sit in my chair.
When I'm not in the salon, I love to travel as much as possible. I've been to France, the Netherlands, Ghana, Iceland, and Japan and have plans for many more international destinations! In the meantime, I get my fix by exploring National Parks like Yosemite, Lassen, Yellowstone, Bryce Canyon, and just spending time enjoying nature in general.
In between traveling, I am studying for an Anthropology degree with hopes of getting into Cal for the Fall 2021 semester. I'm also learning to crochet and forever improving my baking skills much to the joy of those around me.
When I'm able to relax and the cookies are cooling, I'll often be curled up on the couch with my cats and either a good book or a videogame.
