Our stylists are certified with Invisible Bead Extensions® and specialize in Custom Coloring, including blonding & color transformations.

Im Alex Manjerico, a stylist at Blend Salon and a new resident to the Harford County area! I have been in the beauty industry since 2014. Starting as a shampoo tech in high school, I quickly fell in love with everything this industry had to offer. I have worked in almost every field from tanning and lashes to makeup and hair, even owning my own studio salon.

During 2020 I realized my true passion was for extension services so I took as many classes as I could and got certified. I have since been completely obsessed and love creating custom transformations for each of my clients. I’m never scared to take on a color correction to be able to help someone achieve their dream hair!

In my free time you can find me at the beach, enjoying a concert with my boyfriend, or having some tacos and margaritas with friends. When we aren’t out and about we’re relaxing at home with our cat Tequila. I’ll see you at Blend!

Color & Blonding Specialist, Invisible Bead Extensions® Stylist

Alex

My name is Grace Off I am new stylist here at Blend Salon! I have been in the hair industry as a shampoo girl since I was in high school but never knew I wanted to be a hair stylist.


After I graduated I went to college for a year and kept telling my parents I didn't want to go anymore and wanted to be a hair stylist, they both were set on me getting a college degree. Finally, one day with a lot of convincing they agreed with me.


Here we are 5 years later with my cosmetology license and about to start at a beautiful salon with beautiful people. Prior to starting at Blend I apprenticed 5 years ago, shortly after I got my license I went out on my own in a suite, to than realize I thrive so much better in a salon surrounded by people who truly support you.


I have truly fallen in love with making people feel so confident when they leave my chair, and hearing so many amazing stories and life experiences from every single one of you.

In my free time I enjoy being with friends and family, going to the gym, watching Southern Charm and Summer House, playing with my dog Boh. I love summer time more than anything and being outside.

Color & Blonding Specialist

grace

I’m Samantha DiMattei-Blake, but everyone calls me Sammie. I’ve been a hairstylist for 10 years. Following high school I immediately started cosmetology school. While attending cosmetology school, I worked as a prestige consultant at Ulta beauty in Canton, helping customers with makeup & all things beauty related. After I received my cosmetology license, I transferred to The Salon at Ulta beauty. After working at Ulta beauty for 3 and a half years, I decided to open up my own salon suite with a partner in Federal hill. Ultimately, I made the choice to move to Baltimore County where I worked for a private salon. During this transition period, my passion for makeup became my predominant focus, and so while taking hair clients at my in home studio, I also began doing freelance makeup and wedding makeup for bridal companies.

Once I got married & moved to Harford County I realized I missed working in a salon full time. Now I’m expecting my first child and I look forward to navigating the balance of becoming a mother and a stylist. Being a positive role model to my future daughter is my main motivation. Making others feel and look beautiful has always been a immense passion of mine and the opportunity to express myself through my work makes me the happiest. 

Away from the chair, you can find me performing at live music venues, Horseback riding and shopping with my sister, cooking my Italian families favorite recipes, traveling with my husband and taking my Aussiedoodle “Dolce”everywhere I can with me. 

Thank you to all of my clients who have continued to support me & if you are a new client I’m so excited to meet you & give you your dream hair.

Dimensional Colorist, Blonding and Brunette Specialist

Sammie

I’m Megan Thompson, an independent stylist at Blend Salon. I graduated from North Harford High School in 2009 and immediately started working in a Salon following graduation. I started there as a shampoo tech and quickly fell in love with the industry. I then did a 2 year apprenticeship through the salon and took my state boards to get my cosmetology license! I’ve been in the industry for 15+ years and behind the chair for 12+ years doing my craft and loving every second of it.

My goal as a stylist is to help my guests look and feel their very best. I love the people I’ve met and the relationships I’ve built along the way. I strive to have a good work/home balance so I can be the best version of myself and be a positive role model for my son.

When I’m not in the salon you can find me spending time with my husband, our son and 2 dogs! Weekend trips away in our camper with my family is my happy place. I love shopping and traveling! Any cute little farmers market or quaint small town with shops, I’m there! Quality time with friends and family is what it’s all about for me!

Independent Stylist specializing in Dimensional Color and Blonding 

Megan

Hi! I’m Emma Duncan. I’ve been a licensed cosmetologist for about a year now, and have been working in salons since I’ve been out of high school. Following high school I was completely unsure of what career path I wanted to follow. I attended community college for one semester and ultimately decided that a typical 9-5 job was not for me. Almost immediately after that, I did some research and enrolled in cosmetology school!

Pursuing my passion for beauty was the best decision I’ve ever made. I couldn’t imagine a different career for myself, and I continue to learn something new day in and day out!

Outside of the salon, music is another passion of mine. I love attending concerts and am always down for a karaoke sesh! My boyfriend and I also love going to the movies, trying new restaurants, and of course spending quality time with our friends and family. Lastly, I have an Australian Cattle dog mix named Kali who I love to death! Her and I love spending time outside together or even just having a lazy day on the couch. She’s my bestie! I’m so lucky and grateful to be working and learning alongside Kelsey & Ashley. I have big dreams, and am so motivated to make them a reality. I am beyond excited to see some of you in my chair and to make you feel beautiful!

Co-Stylist specializing in Lived-In Blonding, Dimensional Color and Invisible Bead Extensions

Emma

I'm Ava Eckley, one of the assistants at Blend Salon. I was born and raised in Harford County and knew I would pursue a career in cosmetology as soon as I graduated high school. As long as I can remember, I have wanted to make people feel beautiful, and now I am blessed to be able to work at a modern lux salon living my dream!

I want each of my clients to know that I take the privilege of being their stylist very seriously - not only do I want to meet their expectations, but my goal will always be to exceed them. I am invested in educating myself in everything this incredible industry has to offer to ensure that I am offering the newest and best techniques available. There is so much to be excited about in this career that I have chosen, but I must say at the top of the list is to curate an experience tailored to meet the individual needs of each person.

In my downtime, I love gardening, interior design, having gatherings at my home where I can make my friends feel special, spending time with my family and taking care of my animals. My dream is to have a family and raise them on a farm with as many animals as I can possible fit! I would love to see the world and experience other cultures and infuse that into my work.

Salon Assistant, Co-Stylist, Unforgettable Blowouts and Invisible Bead Extensions

Ava

Hi, I’m Anna a stylist at Blend Salon. For as long as I can remember I have wanted to become a stylist, I love watching how hair can not only change the way you look but also how you feel about yourself. Having grown up in Harford County I love having the opportunity to work in my home town. Making true connections with my clients and making them feel comfortable with me is one of my favorite things I get to do as a stylist.

I started in the hair industry a few months after I graduated high school, and I instantly found a passion for all things blonding/custom coloring. I love finding what color and style best fits my clients features, as well as their lifestyle.

When I’m not working I love spending time with my husband and our dog, June. A few of my hobbies include binge watching my favorite shows, playing pickle ball, and trying to take home as many leftovers as possible from dinner, on Sundays, at my parent’s house. I can’t wait to meet you!

Blonding/Dimensional Color Specialist 

Anna