East Village / West Village Salon Team
We are excited to introduce our fantastic team of hairstylists at our East Village and West Village locations. They’re passionate about making sure you look and feel amazing. We invite you to get to know them better by reading their bios and checking out their incredible work on our Instagram page. When you’re ready, you can easily book an appointment with the stylist that catches your eye. And if you have any questions or need any help, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re more than happy to assist you in finding the perfect stylist for you.
We’ve structured our pricing in a way that caters to everyone, based on the level of stylist you choose. With five different levels, including an option for junior stylist services, there’s something for every budget and style. These levels reflect their experience, tenure with the salon, and demand. We’re committed to offering you great stylists who fit within your budget and reflect your style.
Owner
Joey
West Village Salon | Owner
Hand Painted Balayage, Blondes, Lived in Color, Rich Brunettes, Creative Custom Colors, Keratin Treatments, Bobs, Blunt Cuts, Textured Cuts
Meet Joey, a friendly New York native who spent his childhood in a charming small town in West Virginia. After graduating from The Temple, a prestigious Paul Mitchell partner school in Frederick, Maryland in 2015, he couldn’t resist the call of the Big Apple and returned the very next day.
Stylists Level 5
Ash
Natural Blondes, Balayage Highlights, Bold and Natural Reds, Lived-in Color
Ash completed his studies at the IBS Cosmetology school in 2007, and enjoyed a stint as a personal assistant in the exciting world of editorial before happily becoming a part of the Shampoo Avenue B family in 2012.
Edgar
Balayage, Foilayage, Highlights, Babylights, Color Blending, Long and Short Haircuts, Blowouts, Keratin Treatments
Edgar’s love for hair styling began over a quarter of a century ago in his beautiful homeland of Venezuela. He dedicated six wonderful years working in Caracas, simultaneously learning at the prestigious L’Oréal Paris Academy to master his color techniques.
Erik
Precision & Textured Cuts, Women’s Short and Men’s Cuts, Textured & Curly Hair, Balayage Highlights, Event Styling
Erik kicked off his career in the peaceful suburbs of Upstate NY, after deciding to explore a path different from his previous architectural design studies. His love for crafting beautiful and captivating shapes found the perfect outlet in hair styling, allowing him to express his creativity in a tangible way every day.
Jen
Color Correction, Custom Blondes, Bold Reds, Brunettes, Traditional Highlights
Meet Jen, a true New Yorker who discovered her passion for the salon world at the tender age of 16. By 19, she was captivated by the art of color and dedicated several years to honing her craft throughout the city. She takes pride in creating colors that beautifully enhance each individual’s natural skin tone.
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 has passionately devoted over 30 years to the hair industry. She’s an expert in all sorts of cutting and coloring styles. Patty proudly contributed her skills as a valued member and tutor on the Ted Gibson Artistic Team.
Stylists Level 4
Kate
Balayage, Ombre, Super Blonding, Short Cuts
Kate embarked on her exciting career journey in Russia, and further honed her professional skills in England and France. Her love for style guided her to participate in a multitude of international hair competitions, while her experience in working with a diverse array of ethnic backgrounds enriched her repertoire of unique styles.
Lissette
Foilyage, Traditional Highlights, Balayage, Long Layered Cuts
Lissette completed her studies at the renowned Empire Beauty School right here in our vibrant New York City. She began her exciting journey at the Da Nio salon, where she had the wonderful opportunity to assist the master colorists from Goldwell for 2 amazing years.
Moe
Extensions, Foilayage, Sun-kissed Color, Haircuts
Moe is genuinely enthusiastic about hair and adores making people feel fantastic. Moe hails from sunny South Florida, where he successfully ran his own studio. He’s been a part of the beauty industry for over a decade and absolutely cherishes every moment of it. His versatile work has been featured in NYFW, ad campaigns, and print work.
Robert
Lived-in Blondes, Foils, Balayage, Haircuts
“Every hairstyle is a wonderful piece of art.” That’s how Robert sees it, believing that everyone’s hairstyle should exquisitely show off their unique personality. Are you after a laid-back beach style, a sleek and sharp look, or a flawlessly styled hairdo? No worries, Robert’s got your back with his top-notch skills.
Sarah
Lived-in Color, Highlights, Long Layered Cuts, Keratin Treatments
Sarah, who hails from the heart of Queens, is a proud graduate of Arrojo Cosmetology School nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of SoHo. She kick-started her journey with an enriching training at the renowned Arrojo Studio and then had the wonderful opportunity to work hand-in-hand with the legendary Mark Garrison at his chic salon on the Upper East Side.
Shane
Foilayage, Highlights, Babylights, Blowouts, Long Layered Cuts, Keratin Treatments, Blunt Cuts, Color Blending, Women’s, Men’s Long and Short Haircuts, Precision & Textured Cuts
Meet Shane, a proud Southern California local who has been in love with hair styling since he was a kid. He’s always known this was his calling and he’s always been determined to make it happen. Shane started off experimenting on his friends and family, and 21 years ago, he turned his passion into his profession by earning his Cosmetology license.
Stylists Level 3
Alex
Rich Colors, Brunettes, Lived in Color, Balayage, Highlights, Keratins
A true NYC gal, Alex has always been fascinated by the power of hair and makeup to completely change a person’s appearance. After proudly earning her diploma from Empire beauty school, she joyfully embarked on her hairstyling journey at Shampoo Avenue B, starting humbly as an assistant. Today, she is a highly desired colorist.
Alexandra
East Village Salon | West Village Salon
Haircuts, Keratin Treatments
Alexandra is an editorial stylist here in NYC. Her work has been featured in Vogue, Schön Magazine, The New York Times, and The Robb Report, to name a few. Alexandra’s work has also been featured in designer campaigns for brands such as LUAR and Candamill.
Elly
East Village Salon | West Village Salon
Cutting, Blonding, Color Correction
Elly brings over 14 years of experience in the beauty industry, serving both as a stylist and educator. She specializes in cutting and coloring techniques, with a focus on blonding, color corrections, and the latest fashion trends.
Jennifer
Corrective Color, Blonding of all Types, Highlights
Jennifer joyfully completed her studies from Carsten Institute NYC back in 2005. Ever since that happy day, she has been spreading her magic in NYC, Arizona and Northern NJ. Expert in corrective color, big transformations, all types of blonding and gray coverage, Jennifer absolutely loves and is passionate about making you feel absolutely fabulous.
Mark
Balayage, Short Cuts, Men’s Cuts
Mark is a seasoned professional with 20 years of experience under his belt. He started his journey in London and just before relocating to NYC, he was in Sydney, Australia, collaborating with Toni & Guy. He has a passion for fashion shows and has developed a deep love for styling.
Tony
Cuts, Traditional Highlights
Tony is a visionary hair artist with the incredible skill of leaving an indelible mark on the personal self image of his clients. With over two decades of experience, Tony’s mastery in haircuts and color transcends borders, reflecting a career dedicated to the art of transformation.
Stylists Level 2
Bruna
East Village Salon | West Village Salon
Balayage, Foilayages, Traditional Highlights, Long layered Cuts, Curly Cuts, Sleek Bob Cuts
Born and raised in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Bruna made her big move to the United States in 2016. Fresh out of high school, she enthusiastically embarked on her hairdressing journey. Bruna honed her skills at the renowned Paul Mitchell Cosmetology School in Miami, further enriching her experiences by assisting and learning in some of the top-notch salons in the area.
Chloe
Hand Painted Balayage, Custom Blondes, Highlights/Baby Lights, Creative Color, Color Correction, Wolfcuts, Butterfly Cuts, Bobs
Chloé grew up in her mother’s NJ salon, and her passion for hair started early. Extensively trained from LA to NYC, she believes in the power of self-expression and self-exploration through hair.
Geneva
Textured Cuts, Precision Cuts, Curly Cuts, Traditional Highlights
Meet Geneva, a bubbly and passionate hairstylist hailing from New Jersey. She’s been working her magic on hair since her late teens and for over 10 years, she’s been perfecting her craft in the lively and colorful city of Manhattan. Geneva is a master of all hair types, from super curly to pin straight, and she’s committed to making her clients feel absolutely gorgeous and brimming with confidence.
Kat
Foilayage, Traditional Highlights, Long Cuts
Ever since she was a little girl, Katherine has had a deep love for all things beauty. She adores bringing out the best in people through hair and makeup, tailoring her work to each person’s unique style. It brings her joy to see her clients walk away feeling gorgeous and brimming with confidence.
Melanie
Foilayage, Balayage, Traditional Highlights, Cuts
Meet Melanie, a charming native New Yorker who completed her education from the renowned Aveda Institute in SoHo. Melanie embarked on her exciting career by learning from numerous top stylists throughout Manhattan. She’s got a keen eye for detail and persistently pursues perfection, while simultaneously making her clients glow with beauty and brimming with self-confidence.
Monica
Vivids & Natural Balayages, Long Layered Haircuts, Classic Bobs, Keratin Treatments
Monica is a vibrant and creative individual with a deep passion for painting and art. She pursued her passion by attending the renowned Arrojo Cosmetology School in Lower Manhattan and graduated with flying colors. Over the years, Momo has had the exciting opportunity to participate in the prestigious New York Fashion Week (NYFW) and has regularly attended Nick Arrojo’s Happy Mondays.
Samantha
Foilayage, Dimensional Brunettes, Vivid Colors, Men’s Cuts, Women’s Cuts
Samantha is a vibrant new talent in NYC, bringing over 10 years of hairstyling experience from her hometown of Columbus, OH. She excels in various techniques including foilayage, men’s and women’s haircuts, and creating stunning dimensional brunettes and vivid colors.
Stephanie
Foilayage, Traditional Highlights, Cuts
Brooklyn was Stephanie’s playground as a child, where she fell in love with the enchanting world of fashion and beauty. She spent several wonderful years in the makeup industry, before deciding to broaden her horizons and explore the realm of hairstyling. Stephanie loves nothing more than making women feel truly beautiful – a passion that provides her with a joy that’s simply unbeatable.
Stylists Level 1
Kevyn
Long Cuts, Keratin Treatments, Styling, Traditional Highlights, Balayage
Kevyn, hailing from the beautiful land of Honduras! He embarked on his journey in this field 9 years ago, driven by his enthusiasm for beauty and transformation. Kevyn adores crafting something truly exceptional and distinctive for each and every one of his clients, empowering them to flaunt their unique personal style confidently.
Junior Stylists
No discounts of any kind or Shampoo Points can be redeemed with Junior Stylist pricing.
Elsa
East Village Salon | West Village Salon
Elsa, from Boston, Massachusetts, bravely decided to take a big, exciting step by moving to the energetic city of New York to kickstart her vibrant journey in the beauty industry. After successfully graduating from the prestigious Arrojo cosmetology school, she was lucky to work side by side with industry titans, Nick Arrojo and Paul Merrit.
Kaitlyn
Meet Kaitlyn, a proud New Yorker, born and raised in the heart of the city. She completed her studies at the Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute, where she discovered her passion for color and extensions. To enhance her skills and knowledge, she spent her last few months of school as an assistant.
Saratt
Saratt, a warm and vibrant soul from NYC, who was born and raised in the charming neighborhood of Washington Heights. After honing her talents in hairstyling for 4 delightful years, she decided to broaden her horizons by mastering the craft of color and haircuts, starting as an assistant.
Sophia
East Village Salon | West Village Salon
Sophia, a native of Staten Island, New York, discovered her love for cosmetology, an experience that greatly boosted her confidence and made her feel beautiful. With her creative skills, she strives to bring out the same confidence and beauty in all her clients who grace her chair.
Salon Assistants
Derek
Meet Derek, a warm-hearted individual who hails from the Pacific Northwest near Seattle, and later Indianapolis. In 2010, he decided to follow his heart and instincts, leading him straight to the vibrant energy of NYC. He immersed himself in learning at the Aveda Art and Science Institute nestled in the heart of Soho.
Manager
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.
