Team
Stylists Level 4
Erik
Precision & Textured Cuts, Women’s Short and Men’s Cuts, Textured & Curly Hair, Balayage Highlights, Event Styling
Erik began his career in the quiet suburbs of Upstate NY, after deciding to set his sights in a different direction from previous studies of architectural design. Always having a passion for creating beautiful and interesting shapes, hair was the perfect medium to express that in a tangible way on a day-to-day basis.
Ash
Natural Blondes, Balayage Highlights
Ash graduated from IBS Cosmetology school in 2007, and worked as a personal assistant in the editorial world prior to joining Shampoo Avenue B in 2012. Since joining the team Ash has served as lead assistant, personal assistant, and now a sought after colorist with a talented eye for Balayage Highlights.
Joey
Hand Painted Balayage, Blondes, Lived in Color, Rich Brunettes, Creative Custom Colors, Keratin Treatments, Bobs, Blunt Cuts, Textured Cuts
Originally from NYC, Joey left and grew up in a small town in West Virginia. He graduated from The Temple, a Paul Mitchell partner school in Frederick, Maryland in 2015. The day after graduating he followed his dreams by making the jump back to New York City.
Jen
Color Correction, Custom Blondes, Bold Reds, Brunettes, Traditional Highlights
Born and raised in New York, Jen began working in salon at the early age of 16. At 19 she decided to focus on color and trained throughout the city for a few years. All of her colors are designed to compliment each individual’s natural skin tone.
Angela
Balayage, Dimensional Reds, Brunettes, Long Layered Cuts, Tape In Extensions
Born and raised in the glamorous city of Las Vegas, Angela’s passion for all things beautiful led her to cosmetology in 2011. She began her professional career in an award winning salon under a talented and education driven team. She then decided to follow her dreams in NYC where creativity and inspiration is free flowing.
Michael
Color Specialist, Balayage, Highlights, Women’s And Men’s Precision Haircuts, Natural & Curly Hair Specialist, Bridal Styling, Keratin
Michael is a native New Yorker who has been captivated by the art of hair styling and fashion since an early age. With over 23 years of experience, he is well versed in working with a variety of hair textures and shapes. Michael’s expertise can be accredited to his training from Vidal Sassoon and Deva Curl.
Edgar
Balayage, Foilayage, Highlights, Babylights, Color Blending, Long and Short Haircuts, Blowouts, Keratin Treatments
Edgar’s passion for hair began 26 years ago in his native country of Venezuela. He worked 6 years in Caracas while studying at L’Oréal Paris Academy in order to perfect his color techniques.
Moe
Balayage, Extensions
Moe K. has a passionate eye for Hair and making someone feel great. Moe originates from South Florida where he owned and operated his own studio, has been in the beauty industry for over 10 years and loves every minute of it. His line of work has crossed NYFW, ad campaigns and print work.
Stylists Level 3
Joseph
Blondes Foil and Balayage, Curly Hair, Women’s Long and Short Hair, Men’s Hair, Event Styling and Keratin
For Joseph, the lines between hair, design, and art are blurred. Coming from California with a degree in design and 10 years in the world of architecture, Joseph brought his eye for form and detail to the stylist’s chair.
Kate
Balayage, Ombre, Super Blonding, Short Cuts
Kate started her career in Russia and continued her professional education in England and France. Her passion for style led to several international hair competitions while her experience working with diverse ethnic backgrounds strengthened her skills in unique styles.
Patty
Natural Lived in Hair Color, Creative Hair Color with Natural Tones, Balayage, Women’s Short Haircut, Long Layer Haircuts, Precision Haircuts, Keratin Treatments
Patty Preston has been a force within the hair industry for over 30 years. She specializes in a variety of cut and coloring techniques. Patty was an esteemed member and educator on the Ted Gibson Artistic Team.
Trent
Balayage, Lived in Color, Dry Cuts
Trent’s hair career was influenced and driven by his love for art, design and creativity. Originally from the Washington D.C. Metro area, he first studied hair as an apprentice to a Master Stylist with Aveda. Since then he has furthered his career through non stop education.
Angelica
High Lift Blondes, Balayage, Color Correction, Tape In Extensions and Hand-Tied Extensions for all hair types
Angelica was born in Texas and raised in California. This allowed her to experience and love diversity and saw the beauty in all cultures and backgrounds. She started her career at Paul Mitchell – The School in Cincinnati in 2014. She has been well versed in both salon and editorial work.
Stylists Level 2
Lissette
Foilyage, Traditional Highlights, Balayage, Long Layered Cuts
Lissette graduated from Empire Beauty School here in New York, starting her training at Da Nio salon where she assisted Goldwell master colorists for 2 years. Lissette continued her education at Shampoo Avenue B under the direction of our senior stylists, blossoming into a talented stylist.
Savannah
Balayage, Babylights, Natural Blondes, Lived-In Color, Rich Brunettes, Custom Fashion Color, Extensions, Women’s French Hair Cutting
Savannah has spent the last 14 years dedicated to the beauty industry and is best known for her work as a hair color specialist. She spent 3 years as a brand educator for the hair color company Wella and absolutely loves formulating the perfect custom colors for her clients.
Sarah
Lived-in Color, Highlights, Long Layered Cuts, Keratin Treatments
Sarah, a Queens native, attended and graduated from Arrojo Cosmetology School in SoHo. She began her training at Arrojo Studio and moved her way to Mark Garrison’s Salon on the Upper East Side, where she worked side-by-side with Mark Garrison himself.
Yulia
Lived in color, Dimensional blonding, Balayage
Yulia’s passion for art, beauty and hairstyling began at an early age. Her journey started in 2019 when she attended Arrojo, one of New York’s best cosmetology schools. After graduating in March of 2020 and acquiring her cosmetology license, she began her career as an assistant at Shampoo Avenue B.
Stylists Level 1
Alex
Rich Colors, Brunettes, Lived in Color, Balayage, Highlights, Keratins
Born and raised in the NYC, Alex has always loved the ability to transform one’s look with hair and makeup. After graduating from Empire beauty school, she started her hairstylist career at Shampoo Avenue B as an assistant and is now a sought after colorist.
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Marilyn
Originally from Los Angeles, Marilyn has been working with Shampoo Avenue B since 2008, and has seen the salon mature from a small 6 chair shop to what it is today. Graduating from beauty school at 16, she decided to return to school and complete a BA in psychology before moving to New York at 23; Marilyn has called Shampoo Avenue B her home ever since.