Elie Tanous 

Artistive Director/Founder

Elie Tanous, owner of Elie Tanous Salon in Hackensack, is an expert signature hair stylist. Tanous injects creativity, passion and innovation into every masterpiece he creates. Specializing in texture, movement and precision haircut syles for each and every client. Training with Vidal Sassoon, Loreal, Wella, Oribe, and Michel et Colette and over 10 years of experience; Elie has been able to mesh all his training into his own unique signature technique, and is able to curate a signature style . He channeled his raw creative energy into becoming a successful hair stylist in a very short time.

"I don't believe in having an ego or being too serious, I love to enjoy every minute of my day, and thats what leads to success and satisfaction."

Oki Lee 

Ambassador Stylist

Oki, Okinarri, specializes in Japanese-style dry cutting techniques. With more than 30 years experience; training with Sahag’s own, Siggi in Japan, Oki does not allow the client to leave her chair unless she has literally touched and texturized every single strand of hair.

-“Why would I let the client leave my chair, if her hair isn’t perfect?”

Carolina Batista 

Ambassador Stylist 

With over 20 years of experience, Carolina can confidently say she has some of the industries leading training by the best: Oribe, Arrojo, Vidal Sassoon, Aveda, Bumble and Bumble, Great Lengths, Goldwell, Wella.

Ashley Conklin

New Talent Stylist

Ashley, Just Ash, has always been the poster child of its carefree, keep-it-simple lifestyle and staying positive is of nature to her. In just a few short years, Ashley is determined to continuously be unique. Always challenging herself by constantly questioning and still finding an answer on her own. Certified in ELTA hair, Great Lengths, Donna Bella hair extensions, Ashley have quickly become the leading hair extensions specialist in the metro area.

-“I freakin love what I do and the people that make it special for me!”

Greg Johansen

Ambassador Colorist

Greg Johansan, born and raised on the beach in Long Island and currently a true New Yorker. With over 25 years of experience, that makes Greg the salon’s ambassador colorist. Training side by side with Peter Coppola, Loreal, Goldwell, Wella, and Toni and Guy. Greg knows exactly how to address everyone’s needs.

-“Consultation is a big deal for me, I like to make sure I’ve listened to the client so I can address all their needs.”

Marisol Guttierrez

Signature Stylist

Starving for more. As soon as Marisol could, she was cutting and coloring her own hair. She continued to strive for more and get involved in any class she possibly could. Her love for hair styling progressed with her first volunteering gig at the age of 17 assisting with the industry's leading stylists, just to learn as much as she can. 

Sarah Santos

Ambassador Stylist 

With over 20 years of experience, Sarah can confidently say she has some of the industries leading training by the best: Oribe, Arrojo, Vidal Sassoon, Aveda, Bumble and Bumble, Great Lengths, Goldwell, Wella.

Alisson Alcalde

Apprentice

Starving for more. As soon as Alisson could, she was cutting and coloring her own hair. She continued to strive for more and get involved in any class she possibly could. Her love for hair styling progressed with her first volunteering gig at the age of 17 assisting with the industry's leading stylists, just to learn as much as she can.