MEET OUR STYLISTS
MEET OUR STYLISTS
Meet our incredible team of stylists who are ready to make your hair dreams come true……
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Joeli Middlebrooks
Owner & Lead Stylist
Joeli has been passionate about the hair industry for 10 years. She spent many years honing in on her craft by shadowing fellow stylists in Austin, Texas that she strived to emulate. As a seasoned stylist, her main vision in launching Salt + Light Salon is to provide like minded stylists with a safe space to create their best work.
Her specialities behind the chair include customized blonde looks such as babylights, bold platinum tones, lived in traditional balayage, and hand tied extensions.
In addition to these services, she is well versed in precision haircuts both long and short, and takes pride in enhancing fine hair to its upmost potential. In her spare time she can be found spending time with her family outdoors, doing photography and staying active.
Her future plans for Salt + Light Salon are to assist her amazing team in building full, rich relationships with their clientele, and watching them thrive for many years to come.
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Gracie Saylor
Manager, Botox Specialist & Esthetician
Gracie is our go-to gal when it comes to skincare. Whether it comes to polishing your look through Botox or through a relaxing facial, Gracie is precise, attentive, and highly skilled in her craft. You can rest assured that she will leave you looking and feeling your very best after every service.
In her free time Gracie likes spending time with her husband & her French bulldog, and exploring different coffee shops.
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Jennifer Orr
Known for her expertise in blondes and extensions, Jennifer brings a touch of artistry to every transformation - and loves creating rich, dimensional brunettes just as much.
She feels truly at home in the S+L family, where the atmosphere is supportive, joyful, and full of good energy.
When she’s not in the salon, she’s spending time with her kids at livestock shows or enjoying dinner with her college student. Family time is truly her greatest joy!
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Nina Ridenour
Nina is a wildly talented stylist originally from California.
Specializing in dimensional, lived-in blondes, and brunettes, Nina is passionate about creating effortlessly beautiful color that grows out seamlessly. She loves the close-knit, family feel of the salon - a space that’s become a safe haven for both her and her clients.
When she’s not behind the chair, you can find her soaking up the outdoors, baking something sweet, or unwinding with a good glass of wine.
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Rylee Frank
With a passion for custom blondes and extensions, Rylee pours her heart into creating beauty that empowers confidence.
She’s thankful to work at Salt + Light, a place that feels like home and radiates positivity and faith-filled energy.
Away from the salon, she loves spending time with family and friends, walking her dog, and going to church. She cherishes the blessings in her life and finds joy in the small, sweet moments that make it all worthwhile.
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Cambree Contreras
Cambree specializes in dimensional blondes and brunettes, crafting effortless, multidimensional color for every client.
She values the close connection she shares with her team and the chic, uplifting environment at Salt + Light.
In her free time, she loves exploring the outdoors with her husband and her new baby boy, soaking up every moment of family adventure!
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Arianna Frederick
Arianna joined our team and was an instant fit. She loves working with blonde and brunettes alike, and pays close attention to detail ensuring your hair is soft and blended.
She enjoys photography and reading in her free time, and looks forward to giving each of her clients a great experience in the year to come!
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Faith Rieger
Specializing in dimensional blondes, brunettes, and natural blonding, Faith loves creating colors that enhances her clients’ natural beauty.
She feels right at home at Salt + Light, where the supportive, family-like atmosphere and beautiful aesthetic perfectly reflect who she is as stylist.
Outside of the salon, she enjoys shopping, spending time with her family, getting creative with crafts, and relaxing with her favorite shows.
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Payton Locke
Bright blondes, lived-in color, and dimensional depth - Payton loves it all!
She’s grateful to work at Salt + Light, where the vibe is welcoming, supportive, and full of love.
When she’s not creating beautiful looks, you’ll find her hanging out with friends, family, and her boyfriend, soaking up sunshine at the lake, or enjoying a vacation getaway!
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Ally Gill
Associate Stylist
Specializing in men’s cuts and vivid, forward colors, Ally loves helping clients express themselves through bold, creative styles.
The easygoing, relaxed atmosphere at Salt + Light is what makes it feel like home to her - a place where everyone can just be themselves.
Outside of the salon, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and expressing her creativity through poetry.