about citrus.
A L E X M A Y
CITRUS FOUNDER | MASTER STYLIST
LEVEL 8
Alex May has always dreamed of opening her own Aveda salon. After obtaining her Cosmetology and Esthetics licenses from the Aveda Institute in 2011, she dedicated herself to learning every aspect of the beauty industry. Alex furthered her education by apprenticing with Sarah Taylor, the owner of a Salon Today Top 200 salon. Since then, she has done extensive training through Aveda and specializes in Aveda color customization and correction.
When not at the salon, Alex enjoys traveling with her wife Jenna. They love to practice yoga and live a vegan lifestyle.
Specializes in: Custom Color & Extensions
@manesqueeeze
C O U R T N E Y P E T E R S O N
CO-OWNER | MASTER STYLIST
LEVEL 8
Courtney Peterson has spent the last 11 years perfecting her craft and expanding her passion for the beauty industry. She has always dreamed of creating a space where guests would be able to come enjoy the luxury of being pampered and experience high end haircare. Specializing in blonde hair and event styling, she takes every opportunity to advance her education and stay inspired.
She is certified in Bellami Professional K-tip, I-tip, Tape-in, Clip-in, and hand tied weft extensions. When she’s not doing hair, she loves spending time outside. She enjoys spending time at the beach with her husband and going for long runs on the weekend.
Specializes in: Blonde Hair & Event Styling
@blondebyco910
C A R R I E
LEVEL 7
Carrie is a stylist with 8 years of experience. She has been with Aveda for the entirety of her career. Carrie enjoys using natural placement with hair color. In her free time, Carrie enjoys spending time with her kids or watching creepy documentaries with her husband.
Specializes in: Short Haircuts & Red Hair Color
@rairhairr
N A N C Y
LEVEL 6
Nancy started her career in 2001 in Los Angeles, CA where she grew up. She moved to New York in 2003 where she worked in Manhattan for the next 15 years. When she’s not in the salon, Nancy loves biking to the beach and enjoying a great meal with friends.
Specializes in: Gray Coverage & Balayage
@nancydiazhair
T A I A
LEVEL 2
Taia has had a passion for doing hair since she was a child. While in school, she trained under talented stylists, giving her the opportunity to practice before ever getting her license. In her free time, she loves cooking with her girlfriend, reading and playing with her cats!
Specializes in: Blonde Hair & Curly Hair
@hairbytaiamae
C A S S
LEVEL 4
Cassidy is from upstate New York and has been doing hair for four years. She has worked exclusively with Aveda for over two of them! When not at work, you’ll find Cass hanging out with her two rescue pups and her boyfriend adventuring around Wilmington.
Specializes in: Dimensional Blondes & Balayage
@hair.by.cass143
A L I S O N
LEVEL 5
Alison has worked with Aveda for 25 years. She loves working with her guests to personalize their hair cut and color that works best for them; whether it is classic and clean or trendy and on edge. In her free time, you can find Alison at a yoga class, cooking a meal, or taking a walk with her fiance and Billy, her cavalier king charles.
Specializes in: Lived-In Blonde & Gray Coverage
@alisonhair_stylist
C H E L S E A
LEVEL 4
Chelsea has been doing hair for 7 years and started her career in Charlotte, NC. Chelsea is also a makeup artist and enjoys formal updos whether it’s for prom or a wedding. In her free time, Chelsea enjoys going to concerts with her friends.
Specializes in: Fashion Colors & Balayage
@chelseabriarcolor
M O N I C A
LEVEL 5
Monica moved to Wilmington in 2021 from Milwaukee, WI. She graduated from Vici Aveda Institute in 2016 and continued her training at an Aveda salon in Milwaukee. She is also our Aveda Ambassador! When not at the salon, Monica enjoys traveling and spending time at the beach.
Specializes in: Curly Hair & Bob Haircuts
@monicamisasi_hair.lashes
M A R I S S A
LEVEL 1
Marissa began her journey with Aveda in 2017 in Atlanta Georgia. After a few years of being away she was excited to return back to the state of North Carolina where she grew up. When she is not in the salon, Marissa is enjoying as many outdoor activities as possible such as hiking and kayaking with her dogs.
Specializes in: Short Haircuts & Updo Styles
@mari.hair.910
M O R G A N
Morgan is an apprentice stylist at Citrus while in cosmetology school. She has wanted to be a hair stylist for as long as she can remember, and loves all things hair! Morgan plans to be a stylist at Citrus specializing in making you blonde! In her free time she enjoys hanging out with her dog, friends, and boyfriend.
Specializes in: Blonde & Lived-in Color
@hairbymorganrackley
M E L A Y N A
Melayna is currently an apprentice stylist at Citrus Salon while she is enrolled in cosmetology school. She cannot wait to become a stylist! In her free time, Melayna loves to go to the beach and soak up the sunshine!
@hairbymelayna
R A I M E Y
Raimey is an apprentice stylist at citrus salon. She has been in the beauty industry for 2 years working while completing her cosmetology degree. Her favorite Aveda products are anything in the Botanical Repair line because of how silky soft it makes her guest's hair feel. In her free time, Raimey enjoys the outdoors with her dog, reading and practicing self-care at home.
@beautybyraimey
A D R I A N N A
Adrianna is a Salon Manager for citrus salon. She has been working with Aveda for over 4 years! She is very knowledgeable with products! When she is not at the salon, she loves taking her dog on long walks and traveling with her husband!
C H R I S T I N E
Christine is a front desk coordinator at Citrus Salon. Her favorite Aveda products are Botanical Repair shampoo & conditioner, but she is also a huge fan of their skincare line!
In her free time, Christine enjoys exploring Wilmington with her dog, spending time at the beach, and meeting new people since she is still new to the Wilmington area!
A M A N D A
Our front desk coordinator, Amanda has been with Aveda for 10 years! She graduated from Aveda IBW in Milwaukee, WI in 2013. Her favorite Aveda products are Air Control and everything in the Smooth Infusions line. When she's not at work, Amanda enjoys spending time at the beach with her daughter, latin dancing, and cooking!
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Alex@citrussalondowntown.com | Courtney@citrussalondowntown.com
Tel: 910-777-3141
262 N Water St. Wilmington, NC 28401
CANCELATION POLICY
CITRUS KINDLY ASKS THAT YOU CANCEL YOUR APPOINTMENT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR SCHEDULED TIME. IF YOU NO SHOW OR CANCEL LESS THAN 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHARGE UP TO 50% OF THE SERVICE BOOKED