Stephanie is the proud owner of Hair Effex, Bellmore's beloved full-service hair salon, and has been the heart behind the business for 4 years. With 15 years behind the chair, Stephanie brings a wealth of experience and a deeply personal approach to every client she sits down with, building a loyal following for her expertise in gray coverage, gray blending, and blonding — creating results that look effortless and feel completely true to each person.

As a certified Pravana Trainer, Stephanie brings an elevated level of color knowledge and education to every appointment. Her advanced training means clients benefit not just from beautiful results, but from a stylist who truly understands the science behind the color.

Stephanie's commitment to Bellmore runs deeper than the salon walls. As a Board Member of the Bellmore Chamber of Commerce, she is actively invested in the growth and community of the neighborhood she has called home for over a decade — making Hair Effex not just a salon, but a true Bellmore institution.

What sets Stephanie apart is her gift for meeting clients exactly where they are in life. She understands that between work, family, and everything in between, not everyone has time for high-maintenance hair — and she wouldn't have it any other way. Stephanie specializes in creating personalized color plans that work with your lifestyle, so you always look polished whether you're coming in every 6 weeks or stretching it to 12.

Her clients don't just leave looking beautiful — they leave feeling understood.

Book your appointment with Stephanie at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and discover a color experience built around your real life.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

For more than 40 years, Claudette has dedicated her career to the art of hairstyling ,earning awards throughout her education and advanced training along the way .She is the original owner of Kutting Kraze and now Owner of Hair Effex alongside Stephanie. She specializes in fine hair and customized color techniques designed to create the appearance of fuller beautiful healthier, looking hair while enhancing each clients overall look .Her passion is helping every client feel confident by creating styles that are precise, dimensional, manageable, and long lasting .One of her greatest strengths is truly listening to her clients needs and working together to create a style that not only looks amazing, but can also be easily maintained at home. She prides herself on being approachable, easy to talk to and creating an experience that makes clients look forward to returning to her chair, time and time again.

Book your appointment with claudette valenti at Haireffex in Bellmore, New York and experience the difference that real care makes.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Dana Ruby is one of those stylists who makes the salon feel alive. With 22 years of experience in the industry and 4 years at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY, Dana has built a devoted following for her stunning vivid color work and expertly crafted blonding services — and her passion for the craft shows in every single result.

A true student of the industry, Dana is constantly learning and evolving, staying ahead of the latest hair trends and techniques so her clients always have access to what's fresh, modern, and exciting. If you've seen a color on Instagram and thought "I want that" — Dana is your person.

When she's not behind the chair creating color magic, Dana is fully immersed in her greatest adventure yet — life with her four kids and her beloved French Bulldog. She brings that same warmth, energy, and sense of humor to every appointment, making her chair one of the most fun places to be in the salon.

Dana's clients don't just come for the hair — they come for the whole experience. Expect to laugh, feel completely at ease, and leave with hair you absolutely love.

Book your appointment with Dana Ruby at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and let her bring your color vision to life.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

If there's one thing you can count on at Hair Effex, it's that Janice will be ready for you — on time, every time. With an impressive 35 years behind the chair, Janice is a true legend of the Bellmore beauty community and one of the most trusted stylists at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY.

Janice has spent 35 years mastering the art of short hair and color, becoming the go-to stylist for clients who want a precision cut and beautiful color that is polished, timeless, and effortlessly stylish. Short hair is an art form — and Janice has perfected it. From classic bobs to modern cropped styles paired with stunning color results, she has an intuitive understanding of how to make short hair work beautifully for every face shape and lifestyle.

Whether you're looking for a sharp new cut, a fresh color, or both — Janice delivers every time with the kind of consistency that only 35 years of experience can provide.

Outside of the salon, Janice is most at home out on the water — you'll often find her on her boat soaking up everything the Long Island waterways have to offer. Her love of dogs makes her an instant favorite with clients who love to swap pet stories while getting a fresh cut.

Punctual, skilled, and genuinely warm — Janice is the kind of stylist who makes you feel like the most important person in the room from the moment you walk in.

Book your appointment with Janice at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and experience 35 years of expertise in every snip and every shade.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Dana H has been a familiar and beloved face at Hair Effex since 2004, bringing over 25 years of industry experience and a smile that makes every client feel instantly at ease. Starting her career behind the chair in 1999, Dana has spent decades honing her craft and building relationships that go far beyond a single appointment.

Specializing in haircuts and color, Dana has a natural ability to listen to exactly what her clients want and deliver results that feel fresh, flattering, and completely personalized. Her eye for cut and color together is what keeps her clients loyal year after year — there's something special about a stylist who understands how the two work hand in hand.

But ask anyone who has sat in Dana's chair and they'll tell you — it's that smile that gets you. Warm, genuine, and instantly welcoming, Dana creates an atmosphere that feels less like a salon appointment and more like catching up with a good friend. As a mom of three, she brings patience, warmth, and a grounded energy to everything she does.

If you're looking for a stylist who will make you look great and make your day a little brighter, Dana H is your person.

Book your appointment with Dana H at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and experience the perfect blend of skill, warmth, and style.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

From the moment Brit joined the Hair Effex family in 2020, she has made her mark as one of Bellmore's most sought-after stylists for blonding, balayage, and color corrections. What she has accomplished in a few short years behind the chair is a testament to her raw talent, dedication, and genuine love for the craft.

Brit's specialty is transformation. Whether you're dreaming of the perfect sun-kissed balayage, a bold blonding service, or need a color correction that feels hopeless — Brit has the technical expertise and the artistic eye to make it happen. Color corrections are one of the most complex services in the salon and Brit handles them with a confidence and precision that puts even the most nervous clients at ease.

And speaking of putting clients at ease — Brit is the kind of stylist who feels like your best friend by the end of the first appointment. Warm, talkative, and genuinely fun to be around, her chair is the place in the salon where you'll hear the most laughing. She has a gift for making every client feel comfortable, confident, and completely heard.

Come in for the color, stay for the conversation — Brit delivers both every single time.

Book your appointment with Brit at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and let her bring your dream hair to life.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Chrissy is one of the most warmly beloved members of the Hair Effex family, and after 23 years behind the chair in Bellmore, NY it's easy to see why. With over two decades of experience, Chrissy brings a level of skill, heart, and genuine care to every appointment that keeps her clients coming back for years — and often decades.

One of Chrissy's true standout specialties is hair toppers — a service that requires not only technical expertise but a deep sensitivity to the client sitting in the chair. Hair toppers can be life changing for women experiencing thinning hair or hair loss, and Chrissy approaches every consultation with the compassion, patience, and knowledge to make her clients feel beautiful, confident, and completely comfortable. If you or someone you love has been searching for a stylist who truly understands hair toppers on Long Island, Chrissy is the person you need to meet.

Beyond her incredible skill set, Chrissy is the definition of warm and fuzzy. Her nurturing energy fills the room and her clients feel it immediately. As a mom of three, she has an innate ability to make everyone around her feel cared for and at home.

Sitting in Chrissy's chair isn't just a hair appointment — it's an experience that leaves you feeling truly seen.

Book your appointment with Chrissy at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and discover why her clients never want to sit anywhere else.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

CJ has been behind the chair for 22 years and has earned a reputation at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY as one of the most versatile and talented color specialists on the team. With over two decades of experience, CJ has mastered the full spectrum of color services — from rich, dimensional all-over color to the most sought-after balayage techniques that give hair that effortless, sun-kissed look clients love.

CJ's color work is precise, beautiful, and consistently stunning — but what truly sets her apart is her ability to read the room. Some clients walk in ready to talk the whole appointment, and CJ is right there with them. Others prefer to relax, decompress, and enjoy a quiet hour to themselves — and CJ respects that completely. No pressure, no small talk unless you want it. Just exceptional hair and an appointment that feels exactly the way you need it to.

And if you're someone who appreciates efficiency — CJ is known for being quick without ever sacrificing quality. She understands that your time is valuable and delivers beautiful results without keeping you in the chair longer than necessary.

Whether you want conversation or calm, CJ makes every client feel completely comfortable.

Book your appointment with CJ at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY for color and balayage that speaks for itself.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Sarah Gigi joined the Hair Effex family in 2020 and has quickly become one of the most in-demand stylists in Bellmore, NY for her gorgeous balayage work and expertly applied hair extensions. Her eye for dimension, color placement, and seamless blending has earned her a loyal following of clients who trust her completely to deliver results that look and feel absolutely natural.

Whether you're dreaming of effortless lived-in color through balayage or craving the length and volume that only quality hair extensions can provide, Sarah Gigi has the skill and artistry to make it happen. Hair extensions are a specialty that requires precision and an understanding of how to match, blend, and style for results that no one can detect — and Sarah delivers every single time.

Walk into Sarah's station and you'll immediately feel her energy — bright, positive, and genuinely happy to be exactly where she is. As a mom of two who runs on iced coffee and good vibes, Sarah brings a warmth and realness to every appointment that makes her clients feel right at home. Rain or shine, Monday or Saturday — Sarah shows up with a smile and that iced coffee in hand, ready to make your hair dreams a reality.

Her happiness is contagious and her talent speaks for itself.

Book your appointment with Sarah Gigi at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY for balayage and extensions that turn heads everywhere you go.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Connie is one of the most familiar and cherished faces at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY — and after 25 years as part of the team, she has become an absolute cornerstone of the salon experience. What started as a shampoo assistant role grew into something much more, and today Connie is Hair Effex's go-to specialist for keratin and smoothing treatments.

When it comes to keratin and smoothing treatments on Long Island, Connie is simply in a league of her own. Twenty-five years of hands-on experience means she understands hair on a level that can't be taught in a classroom. She knows exactly how each treatment interacts with different hair types, textures, and conditions — and she customizes every service to deliver the smoothest, most stunning results possible.

For anyone battling frizz, humidity, or unmanageable hair, a keratin treatment with Connie is nothing short of life changing. Her clients walk out with silky, smooth, effortlessly beautiful hair and wonder why they waited so long to book.

But beyond her incredible expertise, Connie's warmth and familiarity make every client feel like they've been coming to her for years — because many of them have. She is the kind of person who remembers your name, your hair history, and exactly how you like your shampoo.

Book your keratin or smoothing treatment with Connie at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and finally get the smooth, frizz-free hair you deserve.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Sarahmarie has been bringing her infectious energy and serious talent to Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY for 4 years — and in that time she has built a devoted following of clients who come to her specifically for her beautiful balayage, stunning blonding services, and blowouts that belong on a magazine cover.

Sarahmarie has a natural artistic eye for blonding and balayage — understanding exactly how to place color to create dimension, movement, and that effortlessly gorgeous look that clients save to their Pinterest boards and bring in hoping someone can recreate. With Sarahmarie, you don't have to hope — she delivers it every single time.

And then there's the blowout. Sarahmarie's blowouts are the kind that make you want to cancel your plans just so more people can see your hair. Voluminous, smooth, and polished — her clients leave feeling like the best version of themselves every single visit.

If you're looking for a stylist who makes the appointment just as enjoyable as the results, Sarahmarie is your person. Bubbly, talkative, and genuinely fun, her chair is one of the most lively spots in the salon. She has a gift for conversation that makes an hour in her chair feel like five minutes — in the best possible way.

Come for the balayage, stay for the good time.

Book your appointment with Sarahmarie at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and leave looking and feeling absolutely radiant.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Desiree brings a rare and beautiful combination of artistry and precision to Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY — and in just 4 years behind the chair she has already established herself as one of the salon's most talented and sought-after stylists. Specializing in makeup, bridal styling, balayage, and blonding, Desiree is truly a full service artist who can take you from gorgeous color to a stunning bridal look all in one chair.

For brides and wedding parties on Long Island, Desiree is an absolute dream. She understands the pressure and emotion of a wedding day and brings a calm, focused energy to every bridal appointment — ensuring every bride and her party looks breathtaking from the first look to the last dance. Her makeup artistry paired with her hair expertise means you have one incredibly talented person who understands how hair and makeup work together to create a truly flawless bridal look.

Beyond bridal, Desiree's balayage and blonding work is the kind that stops people in their tracks. Her eye for placement, tone, and dimension produces results that feel custom, natural, and completely stunning.

Four years in and Desiree is already one of the most exciting talents at Hair Effex — and she is just getting started.

Book your appointment with Desiree at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY for color, balayage, bridal styling, and makeup that makes you feel absolutely unforgettable.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022

Sherry is one of the most accomplished and well-rounded stylists at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY — and with 30 years of experience behind the chair, her resume speaks for itself. Before joining the Hair Effex family, Sherry spent 20 years as the owner of William G salon, building a reputation across Long Island as a stylist and business owner who truly knows her craft inside and out.

That kind of experience is rare and it shows in everything Sherry does. She is the ultimate jack of all trades — equally skilled in color, cuts, and keratin treatments, with the confidence and expertise to handle virtually any hair challenge that walks through the door. Whether you need a precision haircut, a complex color service, or a smoothing keratin treatment that transforms your hair, Sherry has the knowledge and the hands to deliver exceptional results every single time.

Thirty years in this industry means Sherry has seen it all, done it all, and mastered it all. Her clients trust her completely — and that trust is earned appointment after appointment with consistent, beautiful, reliable results.

If you're looking for a stylist who can do it all without missing a beat, look no further than Sherry.

Book your appointment with Sherry at Hair Effex in Bellmore, NY and experience 30 years of expertise from one of Long Island's most seasoned stylists.

📍 Hair Effex | 304 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 | 516-221-2022