TAYLOR
owner & stylist
Hi GEMs, I’m Taylor, the one who birthed GEM in October 2019 Being a Gemini is not the reason for the name, although it could work.. Crystals & Gemstones inspired the name of the salon, no cut or color is the exact same
I attended cosmetology school during high school and became licensed the year I graduated in 2010. I knew almost immediately that I wanted to own a salon one day. First, I had a dream to work for Nick Arrojo, and during the years 2015-2017 I did just that. At ARROJO I was trained in all things hair color (which inspired GEMS training program) I LOVE cutting hair but it’s safe to say my favorite service to provide is any color service. As an artist, I appreciate the creative outlet it gives me and the self expression it offers my clients. My hobbies include shoes , watching mindless tv shows & traveling A fun fact about myself: I’ve been to 10+ different countries/islands & i’m always looking forward to the next but first an oat milk shaken espresso or a cold brew with almond milk..To the clients who have been along for the entire ride and for the new faces I see throughout the salon on a weekly basis, thank you for supporting my small business and (not to be cheesy but) my dream come true!
OUR TEAM
Melanie
Esthetician
As most of you know, I’m estymellyyelly and for those who don’t; hi! I’m melanie! I’m a licensed esthetician and I’ve been licensed since 2018 and started slaying at GEM in 2019. I love a good before and after transformation of a full set of lashes! I’m a Taurus so my hobbies include eating & sleeping with an occasional scary movie here and there. I adopted two pitbulls (cats) who I adore and live for. When you make your appointment to see me and don’t want to come empty handed, I love a cold brew with oat milk or cream from ANYWHERE & if you ever stop at a gas station on the way to GEM, I’ll happily take a pickle in a bag or any oh snap!
Sara
Stylist
Hi GEMs, my name is Sara & I’ve been at GEM since end of June 2020! Licensed for 5 years, graduated Schilling-Douglas in 2017. I love creating custom lived in blondes using various painting techniques! It makes for a one of a kind result for each guest! As a true Sagittarius, I love to travel any chance I get. I love going to concerts & binge watching shows with my cat Luna on my lap (usually New Girl or Criminal Minds on repeat). I love ice cream & Taco Bell (fun fact: I have a Taco Bell tattoo!) To keep us going on a long day, I’ll take an iced blonde vanilla latte with oat milk.
Bella
stylist
Hey guys!! My name is Bella. I graduated from Paul Mitchell the school in June 2025 and finished GEMs training program in November 2025. All blonding services are my specialty. My favorite words are “make me blonde”. I also LOVE a good before & after. I’m a Pisces without a doubt! My favorite things to do outside the salon is binge watch any tv shows & being at the beach, of course. My favorite food is Mexican, any day. My caffeine pick if your feelings sweet:) is a caramel iced coffee, with cream & sugar! Fun fact about me is I started out in this industry at only 16 wanting to learn all things hair & the love hasn’t stopped. I hope to see & greet everyone who walks into the lovely GEM 💎 & See all of you as I grow into a great stylist.
Karah
Stylist
Hiii! My name is Karah & I graduated Paul Mitchell The School in August 2022 and became licensed in December 2022! I’ve been with GEM since May 2021! I just recently completed my 11 month training at GEM in January 2024, im really excited to get behind the chair and master all the blonding services! I’m a Scorpio through and through. My favorite things to do outside the salon are to play with my kitty Lucille & spending time on the water. I love tubing and hanging on the beach. My favorite food is pasta. Hands down. All sauces are welcome. My caffeine pick me up is usually an iced brown sugar oatmilk shaken espresso! Fun fact about me is, I moved to Delaware from PA in 2020 on a whim and found my GEMs!
Renee
stylist
Hey GEMS! My name is Renee & I graduated Paul Mitchel the school in February 2024 and completed GEMS training program in December 2024 graduating at the end of February 2024. I love anything blonde; I could do foils all day without a doubt! I am a true Leo. I love summertime more than anything, I could spend all my days off on a beach. A fun fact about me is I am an identical twin, but my sister and I are totally day and night. My favorite shows will always be Friends and The Watcher. My caffeine choice is a Carmel shaken espresso with almond milk. I can’t wait to see everyone’s beautiful faces as I grow here at GEM
Alex
Salon assistant/Stylist in training
Hi honeys! My name is Alex. I graduated from Paul Mitchell the school in February 2025. I started at GEM in November 2024 and just began the training program in November 2025. Stay tuned for any model opportunities! My favorite services are blonding, dimensional brunettes and event styling! Outside of the salon I love spending time with my dogs and husband, surf fishing the beach or having a glass of wine and book on my porch. A little fun fact about me is I have an electrical and computer engineering degree, and I joined the hair industry because it has always been my true passion and love. I can’t wait to meet and greet all of our beautiful GEMs. I am tiny but I’ll give you that big, beautiful hair you’re looking for!
BROOKE
FRONT cOORDINATOR
Hi GEMs! My name is Brooke. But everyone calls me Brookie:) I graduated from Paul Mitchell The School in April of 2025 and officially joined GEM in January of 2026. I'm so excited to be part of such an amazing team and to begin this next chapter of my dream career.
I am most excited for all the blonding services and look forward to making each and everyone of you feel beautiful. Outside of the salon, you'll usually find me tanning on the beach with an orange crush or watching a good horror movie. My favorite foods are steak and french fries, and my go to caffeine order will always be a caramel iced coffee with cream and sugar. A fun fact about me is l'm missing a knuckle on my right hand!
I'm truly looking forward to meeting all of you gorgeous GEMs.