Beauty, Brains and Backbone

Celebrating Five Years of Salon On First!

By Christine Van Tuyl +  Photos by Joel Ortiz

Last month marked a special milestone for Salon On First, a local hotspot thats become a beauty haven and community gem for Coronado locals and visitors alike. Owner, Marilyn Klisser, is excited to celebrate five years since she bought the salon in November of 2019.

"I'm so grateful to my clients and team for making my dream possible, especially in the face of unprecedented challenges," she said. " I wanted to create a space where people felt uplifted, beautiful and taken care of. I think we've accomplished that goal." 

When Marilyn took over the salon just months before the pandemic struck, she never could have anticipated the challenges ahead. The COVID-19 pandemic caused prolonged shutdowns in California, and for ten months Salon On First's doors remained closed. Marilyn and her team however, stayed hopeful and committed to reopening stronger than ever.

"Thanks to the unwavering support from loyal clients and the dedication of our talented staff, the salon was able to weather the storm. 

Read the rest of this amazing article at : 

https://issuu.com/crowncitymagazine/docs/interior_ccm_december_2024_v1c_single_pages-compre  (PAGES 24-25)