About Us
our team: our heart
Beehive is a waxing salon and wellness collective built on the principles of radical inclusivity, body neutrality, and loving community.
We’re a queer, woman-owned business staffed by community members who believe care should be intentional, affirming, and rooted in respect.
Katie started this project just herself in a single-service room. But, far from a lone wolf, Katie knew she wanted to build a community based on mutual respect and love for the most vulnerable in our community.
Over the years, Katie has curated a team who understands that offering clients kindness and self-presence is as important as providing our community with excellent services.
In an industry that often prioritizes speed and tradition over people, we choose a different approach — one grounded in education, consent, and genuine connection.
Every person you meet here is committed to cultivating a space where folks of all genders and bodies feel safe, seen, and supported.
waxers
katie (she/her)
☀️ pisces || owner || cosmetologist
katie is beehive’s owner. with over 15 years of experience, she’s a fountain of knowledge for her team and other folks in the industry looking to create a space that’s inclusive af.
yvonne (she/her)
☀️ pisces || esthitician
yvonne is beehive’s waxing manager. she’s the one creating inclusive and trauma-informed protocol, researching every ingredient to make sure we’re keeping your skin happy, and dreaming up new services to offer.
lily (she/her)
☀️ aries || esthetician
lily is the hive’s social butterfly and sports fanatic (women’s sports, obvi), and creative baddie. catch her and her cute outfits at around town trying out the best food in sac.
Q+A
how long have you been waxing? 14 years 🫢
what do you love most about being part of the hive? watching our community grow
what’s your favorite service to perform? I love a full face. it’s so relaxing for folks.
what’s your caffeine order? green tea. iced, no sweetener.
what’s a snack you’ll never say no to? cookies…a croissant 🥐🤤
if someone were to bring you a little treat, it’d be: salty or sweet, I love to snack.
what’s one thing clients are often surprised to learn about you? that I’ve been in the beauty industry for 20 years!
keep in touch with katie
Q+A
how long have you been waxing? 7 years
what do you love most about being part of the hive? I’ve learned so much about community and how to show up as an ally
what’s your favorite service to perform? definitely a top surgery scar treatment
what’s your caffeine order? iced vanilla latte with oat milk from the mill (yes, from the mill specifically)
what’s a snack you’ll never say no to? omg a barracuda cupcake from pushkins
if someone were to bring you a little treat, it’d be: coffee (or a gift card to the coop)
what’s one thing clients are often surprised to learn about you? that I used to run ultramarathons 🏅
keep in touch with yvonne
Q+A
how long have you been waxing? 2.5 years
what do you love most about being part of the hive? I love being able to work in a place that I can come to and feel safe, and that everyone else can too
what’s your favorite service to perform? I really love waxing a full back, it’s so satisfying
what’s your caffeine order? pretty much any flavor of blended rebel from dutch bros
what’s a snack you’ll never say no to? is sushi a treat? anything with ahi tuna
if someone were to bring you a little treat, it’d be: i’m obsessed with those jalapeño comps sticks
what’s one thing clients are often surprised to learn about you? that I don’t speak Spanish (but I’m learning!!!)
keep in touch with lily
front desk
julia (they/she)
☀️ capricorn || social media manager + event coordinator
julia is the creative genius behind beehive’s online presence. outside of the hive, they’re a fiber artist collector of hobbies.
Q+A
how long have you been at the hive? 3 years
what do you love most about being part of the hive? i love being part of a community that is intentional about showing up for every person, every day
what’s your favorite service to receive? i love getting my brows done, i leave feeling like a new person every time
what’s your caffeine order? omg I’m obsessed with the lavender heights latte with oat milk from anchor + tree ☕️
what’s a snack you’ll never say no to? a chocolate chip cookie 🍪 especially if it has a little sprinkle of salt on top 🤤
if someone were to bring you a little treat, it’d be: a crispy fountain pepsi (yes, i said a pepsi)
what is one thing you want clients to know before they arrive? you are wanted and welcome here. any apprehension you’re having about your service, please know we’re here to make your experience as smooth as possible (pun very much intended).
keep in touch with julia
liz (she/her/ella)
☀️ capricorn || front of house manager
liz is the hive mom and hr’s biggest op. she keeps the front desk running smoothly and all your favorite products while cracking jokes and baking a fresh loaf of sourdough. we love you liz, never change.
Q+A
how long have you been at the hive? 1 year
what do you love most about being part of the hive? being surrounded by like-minded people — both clients and staff
what’s your favorite service to receive? underarms cause I love not having to shave every day
what’s your caffeine order? black coffee…just like my soul (hot or iced. depends on the day)
what’s a snack you’ll never say no to? sour gummy things in any variety
if someone were to bring you a little treat, it’d be: yes. and thank you.
what is one thing you want clients to know before they arrive? it’s never as bad as you think it’s gonna be
