Meet Our Team

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IG @mya.cosmetology

Mya believes your best hair is the hair that actually looks like you. Her specialty is enhancing your natural beauty, and that philosophy guides everything she does — whether she's doing a precision cut, a full color transformation, or anything in between. She's the kind of stylist who shows up fully for every client and every service, and her warm, consultative approach means you'll leave knowing exactly why she made every decision. She recently made Tampa home and couldn't be happier to be doing what she loves here.

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IG @hairbyshelbyliv

Shelby is a haircutting and blonde specialist with a love for creating bright, polished looks. She’s passionate about customizing every cut and color to enhance her clients’ natural features and make styling feel effortless. Shelby’s approach combines precision with softness, leaving her clients with hair that feels fresh, modern, and easy to wear. Her chair is a welcoming space where confidence always shines through.

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IG @813hair

Lauren is a color-focused stylist with a passion for creating seamless, dimensional looks. She specializes in lived-in blondes, rich brunettes, and natural, effortless styles that grow out beautifully. With an eye for detail and a thoughtful approach, Lauren customizes each service to enhance her clients’ features and lifestyle. Her goal is always to deliver healthy, polished hair that feels both elevated and easy to wear.

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IG @hairsoulbeauty

Maricruz is a color specialist with a deep love for the craft and an eye for personalization. Whether she's working through a complex color correction or building out a blonding service — on natural blondes or brunettes looking to lighten up — she approaches every client with intention and care. She's warm, easy to be around, and the kind of stylist who takes the time to really understand what you're after.

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IG @goodhairvibes

Tyra is the artist behind Good Hair Vibes, specializing in lived-in vivid color and cozy, soft alternative styles. Her approach is all about creating hair that feels authentic, expressive, and easy to live in. With a focus on healthy hair and intentional color placement, she brings a mix of creativity and comfort to every appointment and believes in good hair, good vibes, always.

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IG @pixiewitchsnips

Kayla specializes in creating “main character hair,” bringing bold and imaginative styles to life. She loves all things creative and alternative, with a focus on razor cuts, shags, mullets, and vivid color. Whether you’re ready for a big transformation or just want to elevate your look, Kayla is passionate about making your hair goals happen. Her chair is a safe, welcoming space where everyone feels seen, heard, and celebrated.

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IG @leighanscissorhands

Leighan is a haircut specialist and our in-house haircutting educator, well known for crafting lived-in, tailored styles that feel effortless and unique to each client. She has a strong eye for shape and movement, creating cuts that grow out beautifully and suit every lifestyle. Leighan’s thoughtful approach ensures that every person in her chair leaves feeling confident, comfortable, and completely themselves.

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IG @hauntedvanity

Alex specializes in edgy, low-maintenance cuts and bold, transformative color that celebrate individuality. With an artist’s eye and a love for unique expression, Alex brings a fresh perspective to every client in her chair. Her work is all about enhancing natural style while adding a touch of the unexpected.

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IG @hexdhair

Miranda specializes in custom color, razored cuts, and makeup artistry. With a fresh eye for detail and a passion for her craft, she makes every client feel welcome and heard. Whether you are looking for a subtle refresh or a dramatic new look, Miranda is ready to bring your vision to life.

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IG @sundoghair

Jaimy has been behind the chair since 2015 with a clear point of view: color should look lived-in, and cuts should move. Her blonding work leans beachy and blended — 90s-inspired, low-fuss, built to last. And for the client who wants a razor cut that actually works with their hair's natural behavior, she's exactly who you're looking for.

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IG @nicolexsilva

Nicole’s warm and welcoming personality makes every appointment a great experience. Known for her flawless layered haircuts and voluminous bouncy blowouts, she creates styles that are polished and full of movement. With a keen eye for detail, passion for her craft, and a skilled touch, Nicole ensures every client leaves feeling beautiful and confident.

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IG @rach_thegemini

With 12+ years of experience, Rachel specializes in razor cutting and all aspects of color. As a former Aveda educator, they bring a deep understanding of technique and artistry to every service. Committed to building strong client connections, Rachel takes the time to understand each individual’s vision, ensuring a personalized experience that is both collaborative and transformative.

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IG @sapphosnips

Bee is a vivid color specialist and certified “cosmo fairy” who loves bringing bold, playful energy into their work. From layered shags to bright, imaginative color palettes, Bee creates looks that are just as fun and expressive as the clients who wear them. They’re passionate about making the salon a safe, affirming space where everyone can feel celebrated. With a balance of technical precision and artistic flair, Bee transforms hair into living art.

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IG @tythehairguy

Ty brings an alternative and creative approach to hairstyling, specializing in bold, expressive cuts and colors that celebrate individuality. Known for his unique perspective and artistry, he creates looks that are as fun as they are wearable. Ty is passionate about offering an inclusive and welcoming space where clients feel free to express themselves through their hair.

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IG @hairby_melissa_

Melissa specializes in creating seamless blondes, rich brunettes, and lived-in balayage. With a focus on enhancing each client’s natural beauty, she delivers looks that feel effortless and modern. Known for her eye for detail and personalized approach, Melissa ensures every guest leaves feeling confident and refreshed.

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IG @hairbystellaalexander

Stella is a recent Aveda Institute graduate. As an assistant, she’s eager to grow her skills and soak up knowledge from the stylists around her. Stella brings fresh energy, curiosity, and a love for the craft into the salon every day. She’s excited to learn, connect, and begin building her own path behind the chair.

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IG @colorbybug

Jonna is a Summit Salon Academy graduate and Favorite's newest assistant. She's early in her career but already turning heads. Her talent behind the chair is obvious, and she's only getting sharper.

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IG @massagebykaita

Kaita is a licensed massage therapist dedicated to helping clients feel balanced, grounded, and restored. She offers therapeutic, prenatal, barefoot, and Thai massage, tailoring each session to the body’s unique needs. With a nurturing approach and skilled technique, Kaita creates space for deep relaxation, tension release, and holistic well-being. Her goal is to ensure every client leaves feeling cared for, supported, and renewed.

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IG @siobhansilvahair

Siobhan is a haircutting specialist with over 20 years of experience, known for creating low-maintenance styles that are timeless, effortless, and grow out beautifully. She takes a calm and thoughtful approach, focusing on cuts that fit seamlessly into each client’s lifestyle. With a love for clean products and a holistic touch, her chair offers a welcoming space where simplicity and style meet. Clients leave feeling both cared for and confident in their look.

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IG @mindyhowelhairstylist

Mindy, owner and stylist at FAVORITE, has two decades of experience in the industry. Trained with Vidal Sassoon, Aveda, and Redken—and a former educator at the Aveda Institute—she brings both skill and artistry to every service. She’s especially known for her love of modern shags and dimensional color. Living in Seminole Heights with her husband, two kids, and two scruffy dogs, Mindy has made her dream of opening FAVORITE Salon a reality.