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Photos from Twisted Beauty's post 01/17/2026

✨ Long Weekend Check-In! ✨
Who’s excited for the long weekend?! 🙋‍♀️

We want to know—what are your plans? Staying in? Traveling? Family time? Or sneaking in a little self-care?

Allie will be heading out of town with her four babies to spend some much-needed time with their grandma 💕

Amanda will be holding it down, spending part of the weekend working and the rest soaking up time hanging with her kids ❤️—because balance is everything.

Now it’s your turn 👇
What does your long weekend look like?
🚗 Road trip
🏡 Staycation
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family time
💆‍♀️ Rest & reset

Drop it in the comments—we want to hear! ✨

01/16/2026

✨ Sensory Haircuts for Children ✨
Because every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and respected.

For many autistic children, haircuts can be overwhelming—not because they’re “difficult,” but because the environment, sensations, sounds, and expectations don’t align with how their nervous system processes the world. Bright lights, buzzing clippers, unfamiliar touch, strong smells, ticking clocks, and pressure to “sit still” can quickly turn a simple haircut into a stressful experience.

That’s why sensory haircuts exist.

A sensory haircut is not about rushing or forcing compliance—it’s about meeting your child exactly where they are. These appointments are calm, flexible, and fully child-led. Breaks are welcomed. Movement is okay. Stimming is okay. Headphones, comfort items, or parent involvement are encouraged. We go at your child’s pace, not the clock’s.

💙 What makes our sensory haircuts different:
• No time limits — appointments last as long as your child needs
• A quiet, patient, and judgment-free environment
• Gentle communication and clear explanations
• Respect for sensory needs, boundaries, and autonomy
• Adaptations based on what your child needs that day

💙 Cost:
Sensory haircuts are only $25, because accessibility matters.

💙 Experience you can trust:
Allie has 10 years of experience working directly with autistic children, both professionally and personally. She is also a parent to three autistic children, giving her a deep, lived understanding of sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, and the importance of patience and compassion. This is not just a service—it’s something she truly understands at heart.

There is no pressure to finish, no disappointment if today isn’t the day, and no expectation for your child to behave like anyone else. Success looks different for every child—and sometimes success is simply building trust.

Haircuts should never be traumatic. They should be empowering, respectful, and safe.

If your child has struggled with traditional haircuts, been turned away, or made to feel “too much,” please know: they are not the problem—the environment just wasn’t built for them.

We are honored to offer a space where autistic children are seen, valued, and cared for exactly as they are 💙

📩 Message to book a sensory haircut appointment or ask questions—we’re here to help.

01/16/2026

Obsessed is an understatement ❤️🔥 This rich, dimensional red was created by Amanda, and it’s giving confidence, shine, and pure perfection. Reds like this don’t whisper—they make a statement.

01/14/2026

What drink gets you through the day at Twisted Beauty? ☕💇‍♀️
For us it’s caffeine, confidence, and a little salon magic ✨
Drop your go-to drink below 👇

Photos from Twisted Beauty's post 01/13/2026

From mama’s chair to my heart 🤍 Nothing sweeter than creating confidence for my son and sharing moments like these. Hair is more than style—it’s connection, love, and memories we’ll carry forever. ✨

01/13/2026

💗 Galentine’s Night is calling 💗
Join us at Twisted Beauty on February 22nd | 6–9 PM for a night full of beauty, fun, and bestie energy ✨

Sweets, mini beauty services, raffles, and photo ops — because you deserve a night out with your girls 💄💋
💌 RSVP now — spots are limited!

01/13/2026

Rich mocha tones that melt perfectly into the hair ✨
Warm, dimensional, and effortlessly glossy—this shade is perfect for adding depth while keeping things natural and low maintenance.

Mocha never goes out of style 🤎

01/12/2026

Boys haircuts done right ✨Patient, professional, and detailed—because every kid deserves to feel confident walking out of the chair.Now booking at Twisted Beauty 💈

01/12/2026

✨ Why Proper Weft Extension Installation Matters ✨

Weft hair extensions can be absolutely stunning—but only when they’re installed correctly.

A professional weft install isn’t just about adding length or fullness. It’s about protecting the health of your natural hair while creating a seamless, comfortable, and long-lasting result.

✔️ Proper tension prevents pulling, headaches, and breakage
✔️ Strategic placement allows for natural movement and easy styling
✔️ Clean, secure stitching or beading ensures longevity without damage
✔️ Customized installs are tailored to your hair density, lifestyle, and goals

Improper installation can lead to matting, thinning, discomfort, or even hair loss. That’s why education, experience, and precision matter just as much as the hair itself.

At Twisted Beauty, we focus on:
✨ Hair health first
✨ Customized weft methods
✨ Seamless blending
✨ Long-term results you can feel confident about

Because extensions should enhance your beauty—not compromise your hair 💛

01/11/2026

Watching my daughter talk about becoming a stylist feels like one of those full-circle moments that stops me in my tracks 🥹✨

There are days I look at her and see so much of myself — not just in her smile or her expressions, but in her passion, her curiosity, and the way her eyes light up when she talks about hair, beauty, and creating something with her hands. To know that she’s watching me, learning from me, and dreaming because of what she sees me doing… that is something I can’t even put fully into words.

This journey hasn’t always been easy. There were long days, late nights, sacrifices, moments of doubt, and times I wondered if I was doing enough or being enough. But seeing her want to follow in my footsteps reminds me that every hard moment mattered. She didn’t just see the finished looks — she saw the work, the dedication, the love I pour into my craft and into the people who sit in my chair.

If she chooses this path, I hope she knows it’s about more than hair. It’s about confidence, connection, creativity, and making people feel seen and beautiful in ways that go far beyond the mirror. And if she chooses a completely different dream, I’ll be just as proud — because the greatest honor isn’t that she wants to be like me… it’s that she believes she can be anything.

But right now, watching her dream of becoming a stylist? It’s the sweetest reminder that I’m not just building a career — I’m showing her what it looks like to follow your passion, work hard, and create a life you love. And that, to me, is the most beautiful thing I’ll ever create 🤍✂️✨

01/11/2026

Long hair had its moment… but this sassy bob stole the show 😮‍🔥✂️
Big chop, big confidence, BIG main-character energy.

Sometimes the glow-up isn’t about adding more — it’s about cutting away what no longer serves you 👏

01/11/2026

First session going from dark to blonde and the hair gods were on my side❤️
Let’s start going lighter so summer we can be baddies together 🥰

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1702 6th Avenue
Altoona, PA
16602