Dana Hunter
Owner, Master Stylist (she/her)
An industry veteran, Dana created Alter EGO. Together with her team of senior stylists, Dana is responsible for our training and coaching programs and all artistic direction. Dana specializes in cuts that are designed and customized for each person.
See more of her amazing work on Instagram at dana.hunter.hair
Venmo @dana_hunter
Meghann Holland
Lead Colorist & Stylist, Extensions Specialist (she/her)
Meghann is one of our most tenured stylists and previously a Joico Global Educator. A crucial part of our mentorship team, Meghann educates Alter EGO Associates and assists our up and coming stylists in new color trends and techniques. Meghann specializes in Blondes, grey coverage, color corrections, keratin treatments, and perfecting your natural color.
See more of her amazing work on Instagram at meghann.holland.hair
Aspen Johnson
Stylist, Creative Lead (she/her)
Aspen may not have immediately availability for color appointments. Contact our customer service team to schedule a consultation and be added to her waitlist.
Aspen began her career at Alter EGO and is now a senior member of our mentor team. She enjoys total transformations, razor cutting and elegant use of creative and natural colors. She particularly loves creating a style tailored to the individual, making them the most beautiful version of themselves.
Aspen thrives teaching others her knowledge. She is currently training Sierra House, who is enrolled in our associate program. She is Aspen’s right-hand and helps her deliver a stellar experience in the chair.
See more of her amazing work on Instagram at aspenteal.
Venmo @Aspenteal
Shayla Moreira
Stylist, (she/her)
Shayla practiced her craft for nearly a decade in sunny Southern California before taking the plunge to move to the East Coast. She specializes in balayage, foiliage, and every blonding service in between. If you’ve dreamed of having that perfect California blonde she is the stylist to see!
See more of Shayla’s amazing work on Instagram at shaylamoreirahair
Samantha Ladd
Curl and Color Specialist, (she/her)
Samantha is a natural hair Curl Specialist and an excellent listener. She has pioneered Alter EGO's curl specialist program and trains our new talent. She is Deva Curl (Highest Level) as well as Rezo cut and color Certified. She loves color and highlighting services for all hair types.
See more of her amazing work on Instagram at hairbysladd.
Venmo @Samantha-Ladd-1
Sam Martin
Stylist, Curl and Color Specialist, (she/her)
Sam is an animal & nature lover with many edges. She loves to rock out the beautiful, edgy fantasy cut & color of your dreams as much she loves to make a brunette the icy/ golden blonde or bronbe of their dreams. With 12+ years under her belt she has a passion to work with the entire family and spectrum of hair. Anything from a fresh bob or curly shag to a well groomed business man to your punk rock neighbor. She loves getting education as much as she loves to teach. Plan on learning a thing or two when you sit in her chair! Note taking is encouraged.
See more of her work at @samsfeelgoodinc
Laura Thabet
Curl and Color Specialist, (she/her)
As an advanced curl specialist, Laura’s talents abound. She is excellent with curls and textured hair, enhancing natural hair tones, balayage and gray blending, a DevaCurl Expert Stylist, and also our ‘go-to’ for teaching pixie and short women’s cuts. Most of all, she’s an amazing listener, which could be her most important skill.
See more of her amazing work at hairtotherebylaura
Laura’s CashApp is $LauraThabet
Paypal & Zelle available by request
Kyle Mitchell
Stylist, Haircut Specialist (he/him)
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With over a decade in the hair industry, and an artistic background in antique art/furniture, Kyle’s creative mind knows no bounds. Kyle specializes in short, detailed oriented designs and is a top choice for gender fluid and non traditional haircuts.
View more of his work on Instagram at @mitchellrestor
Roxy Acevedo
Stylist, Curl and Color Specialist, (she/her)
Roxy has a great love for hair and makeup, and she takes joy in helping individuals feel beautiful and confident. From Cali to Miami and now Raleigh, Roxy is an industry veteran. Her career consists of working behind the chair for clients in high end salon environments, video shoots, editorial session work, fashion shows and weddings. Seizing all opportunities to elevate her skills through training and experience, she has become a master stylist. Her creativity and love of learning shines through in all she does.
See more of her amazing work on Instagram at: Hair_by_RoxyFoxy
Briana "Bree" Cooper
Stylist, Curl , Color and Extensions Specialist (she/her)
Do you love to wear your hair natural and curly? Briana is the stylist for you. Specializing in curls - curly, coiled, or kinky, Bree loves cuts, color, and extensions. Certified in Kerri Alston Luxury Microlinks, She can help you enhance your naturally beautiful textured tresses.
To see Bree’s work, check out @briana.noelle.hair
Venmo: @Briana-Cooper-31
Cashapp: $itsbree1999
Amanda Gallegor
Stylist, (she/her)
With nearly a decade of experience, Amanda specializes in creating lived in looks, color corrections, and beautiful vivid colors! As for haircuts, her passions lie with edgy, alternative looks but welcomes classic styles as well. In order to ensure each client leaves her chair feeling confidant and unique, Amanda loves customizing each client's style to fit their lifestyle and hair goals using the inspiration pictures they provide.
See more of her amazing work on Instagram at vmvndak
Venmo @Amanda-Gallegor
Marianna "Ari" Zarawani
Stylist, (she/her)
Ari is an experienced stylist recently returned to Raleigh from Austin, TX. Ari has done extensive fashion and editorial work, and specializes in balayage and natural sun kissed looks as well as easy-to-style haircuts. She started her professional career here in downtown Raleigh and is looking forward to seeing new and old friends.
Check out her work @craftedby_ari
Venmo @Ari_Z
Olivia "Liv" Moss
Stylist, Curl Specialist (she/her)
A Paul Mitchell alum who also graduated from Alter EGO’s associate training program, assisting our most senior stylists, Liv is comfortable working with all hair types, from 1a to 4c and everything in between. Known for her luxurious scalp massages at the shampoo bowl, Liv’s passion is haircuts, fashion colors, curls, and making people feel best in their own skin. When she is not in the salon, you can find Liv pursuing her other passions: music, community service through her church, and anything nature related.
You can find Liv’s work on Instagram at @liv.celestehubbard.beauty
Venmo: @BabydollExspress
Cashapp: $BabydollExpress
Celeste Salyers
Stylist, (she/her)
Celeste, a rare Raleigh native, strives to help each of her clients be the best and most confident version of themselves. She is a Paul Mitchell graduate who specializes in customized color and cuts. Dedicated to her craft, you’ll find Celeste furthering her creativity through education, artwork, and exploring downtown.
You can find Celeste’s work on Instagram at: @celestemariebeauty
Venmo: @Celeste-Salyers
Cashapp: $celestesalyers
Elise Garrison
Stylist, (she/her)
With over 9 years in the hair industry, including guest services and an associate program, hair is not only a passion for Elise- it is her outlet to create art through hair. Her passions lie in enhancing your natural brunette tones and crafting the perfect sun-kissed balayage. If you appreciate a focus on excellence and an eye for detail, then you will gel with Elise. Approachable and transparent, her absolute best skill is her ability to listen and connect with her clients, and to never stop learning.
See Elise’s work on Instagram @Elise_raleighhairstylist
Venmo: @mackelise1226
Ally Warner
Stylist & Curl Specialist, (she/her)
Originally from Fayetteville but has made Raleigh her forever home, Ally is dedicated to giving her clients the hair of their dreams. What brings Ally the most creative joy? Blonding of all shades and techniques, curly hair services and vivid colors but Ally can do it all! With her soft spoken demeanor, Ally is our go to recommendation for our introverted clients however, she doesn't only offer quiet appointments. She loves talking about music, pets, and the art of makeup!
Instagram: @styled.byally
Venmo: @allywarner7
Taylor Bass
Stylist (she/they)
Taylor Bass, a Raleigh native, loves connecting with all people and helping them feel beautiful. Behind the chair she loves color correction services, vivid color transformations, and creative haircuts. Taylor also has experience working with hair for photo shoots.
Check out their work here: tailoredhair.bytaylor
Venmo is @Taylor-bass-75
BRENDA VARGAS
Stylist, (she/her)
Brenda loves to enhance the inner beauty of her clients and helps guide them to their desire look. She specializes in Lived-In Hair Color, Haircuts, and dabbles in Fusion Hair Color too. When you sit in her chair she will make sure to deliver the best service and most relaxed experience while you're at Alter Ego.
Brenda habla español con fluidez - Brenda is fluent in Spanish and English.
To see Brenda’s work, check out their instagram: @bvhbeauty
Venmo: Brenda-Vargas-102
ABBY BREES
Stylist, (she/her)
We guarantee you'll have FUN in Abby's chair. Her engaging and bubbly personality will help guide you to your hair goals with confidence. She loves to BLONDE hair and also create VIVID Fashion Colors. Outside of work, you'll find her trying new restaurants or playing with her dogs.
Check out her work on Instagram at colorbyab
Venmo is @abby-brees5
ABBY CLAIRE YELVERTON
Stylist, (she/her)
Originally from Alabama, Abby Claire moved to North Carolina to pursue her dreams of creating art and helping others express themselves through their hair. She loves curly hair, lived in color, and vivid custom colors. Abby Claire looks to educate clients on how to care for their hair and have that “fresh out the salon” look at home. Outside of work she enjoys traveling and going to concerts.
Check out her work here: hairbyabbyclaire
venmo: abbyyelverton
Violet O'Neal
Stylist, (they/them)
Violet is a graduate of the Aveda Institute of Chapel Hill. They love cuts of all lengths and textures and helping their clients achieve the look that makes them feel the most fulfilled and comfortable in their own image. Outside of work, Violet sings in the local band Black Bouquet.
To see Violet’s work, check out their instagram @violetcuts
Their Venmo is @bigdumbstupid
MARISSA GIBBONS
Stylist, (she/her)
Marissa was born in Florida but grew up in Durham which is where her fascination with hair began. As a child she enjoyed going with her mom to the salon and longed for those same special connections with clients of her own. After making her way into the beauty industry, Marissa has honed in her active listening skills and loves doing vivid transformations with her clients. When she’s not behind the chair, you can find Marissa watching movies at home or in theaters so don’t forget to ask her for movie recommendations next time you’re in the salon!
Check out her work on Instagram here: mgibbons_cosmo
venmo: marissagibbons19
KAT JOHN KLEIN
Stylist, (she/her)
Kat was born and raised in a small town in Northern Pennsylvania but has since moved to North Carolina to evolve her career in the beauty industry! After graduating high school, Kat spent her time traveling, hiking and living in different parts of the country and considers this a passion secondary to her passion for hair. Kat’s talents include barbering, shags, bobs and loves exploring unique cuts of all shapes and sizes! When it comes to color, Kat enjoys working with “lived-in” color clients. In her downtime, she enjoys exploring music of all genres, hiking and practicing her craft!
Check out her work here: @katcuts_
Venmo @katjohnklein
Leah Jenkins
Stylist, Curl Specialist, (she/her)
While growing up in Winston-Salem, Leah found her passion for hair artistry when she was young by watching her Nana who was an inspiring hair stylist. Since becoming a stylist herself, Leah specializes in highlights, low maintenance color, as well as her curly and natural clients. Leah uses her extensive knowledge to educate her clients on how to maintain the health of their hair at home and can recommend the perfect product to help achieve healthy, vibrant hair!
Check out her work here: _lelehair
Venmo: Leah-Jenkins-31
Nancy De Lerma-Pineda
Stylist, (she/they)
Nancy, an ambitious Raleigh local, has always dreamed of a career in the beauty industry. She is passionate about using her talents in creative cuts, vivid colors, and clients with curly hair. As for hobbies outside of the salon, Nancy uses their love for the beauty industry and enjoys doing Gel-X nails and creative makeup looks.
She is fluent in Spanish and English.
Check out their work here: colors.by.nancy
Venmo: @http_nancy
MAKENZIE "KENZIE" DICKENS
Stylist, (she/they)
In elementary school, Kenzie's classmates would ask her to braid their hair and thus began her love of working with hair. Now as a licensed cosmetologist, you can find Kenzie getting her creative inspiration from her blonding and vivid color clients as well as customized curl cuts. If you are someone who needs a detail oriented, driven stylist, look no further than Kenzie! When she's not behind the chair, you can find her working to hone in her makeup artistry skills or spending time with friends on outdoor adventures.
Check out their work here: strand_by_strand6
Venmo: @kenzied3
CHARLEE PORTILLO-LOPEZ
Stylist, Curl Specialist (he/him)
Charlee, who was born and raised in North Carolina, decided to pursue a career in the beauty industry in order to fulfill his need for all things creative. Since then, he has come to realize how much he loves helping his clients find their confidence and express themselves through their hairstyles. Charlee gets the most joy from working with curls, vivid colors, and blonding all the while connecting with his clients through deep, meaningful conversations. Outside of making his clients hair goals a reality, he’s hanging out at home binge watching tv shows and can make some thrilling recommendations!
Charlee habla español con fluidez - Charlee is fluent in Spanish and English
Check out his work here: charleescolors
Venmo: @charleeisbroke