Meet Our Team
Brittany Howieson
Co- Owner
As co owner of Leah Jean, I have been in the industry for over 15 years! I am a licensed Cosmetologist and my passion is providing high quality hair services. At Leah Jean, it feels like family!
When I’m not at work I’m busy keeping up with my 3 kids and driving my husband crazy with our farm animals!
(515) 293-1151
Monday 1- 6pm
Tuesday 9- 4pm
Wednesday 1:30- 3:30pm
Thursday 9- 5pm
Friday 9- 3:30pm
Donna Ahrends
Co- Owner
Donna has been in the industry for 20 years and counting. She is a licensed cosmetologist and esthetician. Prior to joining the salon, she was a cosmetology instructor at La James.
Donna enjoys variety in her days at the salon providing hair and nail services. You want a fun fashion hair color? She's your girl!
On her time away from work she is busy with her two boys and two bonus kids.
(712) 368-5825
Monday: Every Other 9-230
Tuesday: 9-430
Wednesday: 2-7
Thursday: 10-6
Friday: 9-230
Saturday: Every 3rd 9-1
Blaire Rasmussen
Esthetician
I am a licensed Esthetician who’s been in the industry for 4 years. After studying at PCI I worked at East Village Spa in downtown Des Moines for 3 years before joining Leah Jean Salon! My passion is providing relaxing, customized facial experiences for each unique skin type! In my free time I enjoy spending time with my rescue cat and watching true crime documentaries.
515-979-7833
Tuesday 10 - 6PM
Wednesday 11 - 7PM
Thursday 11- 7PM
Friday 10 - 4PM
Saturday by appointment only.
Leah Wright
Cosmetologist
I am a cosmetologist who has always had a passion for hair, makeup, and the ability to make people feel their best! You may recognize me, since I started as a receptionist/salon girl back in December. I grew up in Belmond and have never left! I am a dog mama to my boy Bandit, although my family has 6 dogs in total! I guess you could say we have a heart for them! I attended PCI Academy in Ames, but knew I wanted to come back home for my career, so here I am at Leah Jean Salon! Some of my favorite services to do are blondes, highlights, and lash extensions. I’m so excited to start my dream career here at Leah Jean, and I hope to see you in my chair (or lash bed)!
Mondays: 9AM-5PM
Tuesdays: 9AM- 4:30PM
Wednesdays: 9AM-7PM
Thursdays: 9AM-6PM
Fridays: 9AM-4PM
Saturdays: By apt. Only
Emily Collett
Nail Tech
I'm a licensed Cosmetologist who found a passion for nails, and I love bringing designs and inspiration to life! In my free time I love going to movies, baking, reading, and making coffee. I am from Ames but love the small-town atmosphere. I am excited to join the team at Leah Jean Salon.