love your hair, love your body, love yourself
our mission
To inspire our guests and to always remain leaders in the salon and spa industry with pride, integrity and respect. We believe in the power our industry has to transform a persons self-confidence and well-being. Each client is a compliment to our space, and we will continue to educate ourselves and build our skill sets so we can give back confidence and deliver an exceptional experience as soon as one steps inside our front door.
the talent behind k. rae salon & spa
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MacKenzie Myers
OWNER | COLOR SPECIALIST
MacKenzie has been a motivating influence in the upstate beauty industry for over a decade. Hair, continuing education, and skill improvement has been her life passion. Her goal as a salon owner is to create an atmosphere where talented, independent, educated artists can flourish while clients receive the best quality services, experience, and products. She has a unique signature color technique that makes her one of the area's most sought-after stylists.
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Gabriella Forbes
INDEPENDENT STYLIST | MAKEUP ARTIST
Gabby specializes in lived-in color and blonding. She continues evolving her craft with in person and online education. Gabby’s passion for beauty started with makeup. As a part of the Ivory and Fleur bridal company she loves creating natural glam looks for her brides.
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Lorin Moore
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
Lorin’s passion and determination are what makes her so incredibly talented. She always goes above and beyond for each guest. Lorins specialties include blonding and color corrections.
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Madison Myers
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
Madison has always been hardworking and creative. This combination has made her into the perfect hairdresser. While she specializes in blonding and dimensional color techniques she’s always up for a challenge including recently adding Habit Hand-Tied extension specialist to her résumé. When Madison isn’t creating behind the chair you can find her onsite at weddings detailing whimsical bridal looks.
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Madison McNeill
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
A new talent, but not new to the industry. Madison has grown up watching her mom behind the chair her entire life. She is currently assisting and continuing her education with lived in color classes. Madison is passionate, incredibly ambitious, and ready to learn. We are excited to watch her blossom into an amazing hair artist.
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Avery Decker
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
Avery is a dedicated hairstylist specializing in teasylights and advanced foil techniques. With a warm, attentive approach, she tailors each service to her clients’ unique style, leaving them feeling confident and beautiful. Passionate about transformation, Avery combines skill, creativity, and high-quality products to deliver exceptional results.
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Brooke Sowersby
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
Brooke is a seasoned stylist who combines deep technical knowledge with a creative eye, thanks to her background as a theory instructor of cosmetology in Buffalo, New York. She prioritizes maintaining the health of each client’s hair and specializes in lived-in, natural looks that enhance a person's unique beauty. With extensive experience in blending and covering grey or non-pigmented hair, Brooke brings both skill and subtlety to her craft. Emotionally attuned and client-centered, she creates a welcoming environment where clients feel safe, comfortable, and free to express their needs.
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Amanda Bacon
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
My time behind the chair has been dedicated to creating lived-in dimensional colors, performing seamless color corrections, and providing expert grey coverage. I stay up to date with the latest trends and techniques to ensure every client receives the best service possible. My ultimate goal is to make your hair dreams come true while prioritizing the health and integrity of your hair.
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Allison Elliot-McManus
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
Allison Elliott-McManus is a licensed cosmetologist with over a decade of experience, specializing in lived-in colors, blonding, and vivid tones. Born and raised in Corning, NY, Allison spent years honing her craft in Denver, Colorado, before returning to her hometown in 2024 to continue her journey. Passionate about creating personalized color experiences, she’s excited to build new relationships and grow her clientele in Corning once again.
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Becca Johnson
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
Becca's passion for becoming a stylist came at an early age and she has been following it ever since. She loves working behind the chair to give her clients a fresh, bright look or a bold new color. In addition to color services she is certified in hand tied extensions. Becca is also a part of The Golden Touch bridal team, specializing in updos.
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Cecilia Lapierre
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
Cecilia is dedicated to her passion for hair, specializing in blonding, lived-in colors, color corrections, and luxury blowouts. Committed to delivering a high-end salon experience, Cecilia creates a welcoming, luxurious environment where clients receive personalized care and expert styling tailored to their unique beauty goals, leaving them feeling beautiful and confident.
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Keagan Bennett
INDEPENDENT STYLIST
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At K. Rae Salon & Spa, our passion for excellence is evident in every service we provide. Through continuous education and skill-building, we transform our guests’ self-confidence and well-being with every visit.
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We prioritize integrity, consistency, and respect above all else. Every experience is crafted to exceed expectations, ensuring our clients feel valued and empowered the moment they walk through our door.
promises
At K. Rae Salon & Spa, we don’t just make promises—we honor them. With pride in our craft and dedication to growth, we deliver an exceptional experience that leaves you feeling beautiful, confident, and inspired.
