Karissa

Karissa owns Salon Elevate in Trinity, Florida, and works there as a stylist. Her focus is lived-in color and effortless cuts.

She invests in her education each year to stay current in these areas. She works fully behind the chair and takes notes and remembers details from one visit to the next, so each appointment feels personal.

She will be honest with clients, even when that means turning down a request. If a look seems dated or poorly suited to the client, she will say so, and she tends to guide clients toward what suits them rather than what is trending. She does her best work with clients who are open to a change and willing to trust her to lead.