Meet Our Staff

Brianna Kroeckel, Creative Color Professional, Bridal hair & Makeup Specialist

Brianna is a talented artist who has been transforming hair for the better part of a decade. With over 10 years experience, she is a proud 2018 NY Fashion Week stylist. Brianna is a certified Deva curl stylist trained at the Devachan academy in NYC. Besides specializing in curly hair, Brianna is dedicated to providing her clients with a personal experience each and every time they enter the salon. She is passionate about creatve Balayage color technique and expertly certified in PerfecTress hair extensions. Brides-to-be looking to be pampered for for the big day, can expect exquisite and intricate wedding hair styles and gorgeous makeup application. Bri continues to stay current on all trendy and fun styles through on-going education.
She specializes in all things beauliful & fun!!

Celeste Adelino, Hair & Color Specialist

Celeste loves being a creative stylist, incorporating new color and cutting techniques today as much as she did when she started in the industry over 25 years ago. She enjoys providing her clients with an attentive salon experience and partnering with them to create an individual style that best suits them. With a master and advanced level certification in Goldwell color and color correction, she's also trained in Logics/Matrix color, Redken color and haircutting, and Sassoon haircutting techniques. Celeste personal quote is, "The feeling of making someone look and feel beautiful is something that I am so grateful for!"

Marissa Lawrence , Hair & Color Specialist, Extensions Expert, Makeup Artist

Marissa has been a beauty industry professional for over 20 years and with Touch Salon for 10. She is an expert colorist specially trained in our global award winning Goldwell color line as well as Joico, L'Oreal and Redken. Studying under celebrity stylist George Papanikolas, she specializes in balayage and dimensional color. She also carries multiple hair extension certifications, with a focus on tape-ins, wefts and beads.

Marissa is a true artist with a makeup brush and specializes in all bridal services. She owes her deep passion and knowledge for hair color to her mentor, Joico educator, Stephanie Baxter.

Danielle Lavelle

Danielle brings 7 year of expert coloring and styling. She is a new ray of light, and she thinks out of the box to get a look that is exactly what the client wants! Her specialties include color correction, foilage, and keratin services. She loves everything from blondes to vivid purples and everything in between. Danielle is certified and trained in Redken color but has trained at Touch Salon with our high-end Goldwell Color line. She believes you should never have a bad hair day!

Christina Benedict

Christina is a passionate hair stylist and colorist. With 13 years of experience under her belt, she has grown in love with transforming hair. Christina specializes in highlighting and coloring techniques. She is dedicated to creating an unforgettable experience as well as forming a unique bond with each of her guests. Being a mom has taught her patience, multitasking, and the importance of staying current with the latest trends. Whether you're looking for a fresh cut, a vibrant color, or just some hair care advice, she’s got you covered!

Amanda Napravnik

Amanda is new talent that graduated cosmetology school from Innovate Salon Academy in South Plainfield in September 2023. With her mom being a hairstylist, Amanda grew up in the beauty industry and has had a passion for hair from a young age. She is eager to grow and work with all hair types and textures. From cutting, to blondes, to bright vidid colors, she loves it all!