Meet the Team
Our salon is home to stylists of all levels of expertise. Although each of our stylists are unique, they all share the same passion for hair and exceeding client expectations. Click on our stylist photos to see which stylist would be the best fit for you!
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Nina
Artistic Director
Catarina
Entry-Level Stylist
Lucia
Senior Stylist
Chelsea
Stylist, Level 3
Dakota
Stylist, Level 1
Nina
Artistic Director, Level 4AA, Redken Certified Colourist
Meet Nina, the bold visionary behind The Hair Gallery Salon in Alliston, Ontario - where colour meets class and extensions meet elegance. She dedicates her salon to serving powerhouse women who expect excellence and trust her craft. Whether it’s a vibrant new hue or a full transformation, Nina not only creates looks - she curates confidence.
Her brand? Stylish, glam, and polished. Nina perfectly blends beauty with a boss mindset. Never afraid to take on a challenge, she’s not afraid to ask, “What’s next?” and then make it happen for her clients!
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Awards and Experiences:
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Member of the CHI Regional Education Team
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2005 Global Salon Business Award - Finalist
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South Simcoe Business of the Year Award
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Backstage at Toronto Fashion Week
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Favourite Products:
SEQ Demi-Permant Color and HDR
The Pillow Proof regime
Certifications:
Lucia
Senior Stylist, Level 4A, Redken Certified Colourist
“I was around five years old when my aunt had me pull all her grey out of her dark brown hair,” says the veteran stylist, who graduated from the Marvel School in 1966. From that moment, Lucia knew she was going to be a leader in the industry.
Lucia’s professional certifications cover the gamut of the industry. She has been a regular attendee of Redken’s advanced classes for 20 years. She is a Redken Certified Colorist, a certified make-up artist and also has achieved certification in Great Lengths, Hot Heads and Lash Extension.
Having run her own salon for many years, Lucia made the move to The Hair Gallery eight years ago so she could work with her daughter, Artistic Director/Owner Nina.
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Hair Tip:
Take Good Care!
"As a stylist, I always make sure that I don’t over-compromise a client’s hair, and also that they take home the right products."
Chelsea
Stylist, Level 3
Hi, I’m Chelsea!
Stylist • Extension + Lived-in Colour
I love creating hair that feels effortless and modern. Whether I’m blending the perfect lived-in blonde or adding volume and length with extensions, my goal is to help you feel confident every time you leave my chair. I’m also a big fan of fashion, a little obsessed with my dog, and always up for a good chat while we do your hair.
Favourite Product:
K18 leave in conditioner
Moroccan Oil Treatment
Hair Tip:
If your hair gets oily super fast, use a small amount of dry shampoo on a fresh blowout to prolong washing!
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Catarina
Entry-Level Stylist
Catarina joined the salon in October 2023 as an Entry-Level Stylist. She’s eager to meet new clients and help them achieve the hair they love. Passionate about hairstyling, Catarina is dedicated to making people look and feel beautiful. She’s always seeking to learn new techniques and grow within the Hair industry.
Favourite Products:
Redken Hot Sets
Colour Wow Money Mist
Hair Tip:
Don’t skip heat protectant! Always apply a heat protectant before using hot tools like blow dryers, curling irons, or straighteners. It helps prevent breakage, dryness, and split ends.
Dakota
Stylist, Level 1
Dakota has had an interest in hair since she was a little girl. It’s always been something she knew she wanted to do. After high school, she completed a year program at Niagara College. Soon after she started working at The Hair Gallery to complete her apprenticeship. She is now fully licensed!
Dakota has a huge love for making her clients feel like the best versions of themselves, whether that means a fresh cut or a whole makeover she’s your girl. She also has a strong passion for anything styling. Dakota is very eager to learn new things and take on everything!
