Studio IX Salon + Barber

The glamorous side of salon life they don’t tell you about. 😂

Sure, we create gorgeous hair…

But we also hold unofficial records for the fastest Ace Hardware runs in town.

Whatever it takes to keep your appointment running smoothly. 💛

Studio IX
Asheville Salon + Barber
Hairstylist
Barber
Paul Mitchell

Studio IX Salon + Barber Samantha Green Danny Pleasant Leah DeVore

Growing stylists for the future is something I’ll never apologize for.

I’ve never believed that knowledge should be kept behind closed doors. Every class I teach, every tip I share, and every stylist I mentor is another opportunity to make this industry stronger.

Someone once took the time to teach me. Now it’s my turn to do the same.

More than anything, I’m grateful to God for trusting me with these incredible women. It’s a responsibility I don’t take lightly, and I pray I always lead them with humility, kindness, and a servant’s heart.

A talented stylist beside me doesn’t take anything away from me—it raises the standard for our industry.

If helping someone become more confident, more educated, and more successful is controversial… I’m okay with that. 🤍

The future of our industry depends on stylists who choose to lift others up instead of keeping them down.

POV: You think getting extensions starts when you sit in my chair… 😂

✨ First… the consultation.

This is honestly the most important appointment of the whole process.

✔️ We talk about your goals.
✔️ We decide what method is best.
✔️ We color match.
✔️ We figure out the length, fullness, and maintenance plan.

Then…

📦 I order your dream hair.

Now we both become professional package trackers. 😂

For the next 3–5 days we’re both refreshing the tracking number like…

“Come onnnnn…”

It finally arrives!

Cue the excitement. 🤩

Out of the shipping box…

Then out of the gorgeous packaging…

And yes…

I absolutely admire it for a minute because it’s BEAUTIFUL.

But we’re not done yet.

Before it ever touches your head…

💆‍♀️ Your new hair gets its own little spa day.

✨ Washed.
✨ Pampered.
✨ Blow dried.
✨ Prepped to perfection.

Because I want it looking and feeling its absolute best before installation.

Then comes the best part…

Watching it become part of someone else’s story.

The confidence.
The smile.
The “I can’t stop touching my hair” moment.

That’s why every single step is worth it. 🖤

Extensions aren’t just an appointment…

They’re a whole experience.

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✨ Stop Breaking Your Hair Without Realizing It

One of the biggest causes of hair damage isn’t color, heat, or extensions—it’s how you handle your hair when it’s wet.

Wet hair is at its most fragile state, which means aggressive brushing can lead to unnecessary breakage, split ends, and frizz.

My go-to summer product for protecting and detangling hair is DESIGNME FABME Leave In. It Hydrates · Conditions · Detangles knots · Reduces frizz · Enhances shine · Improves manageability · Strengthens · Heat protection · Prevents breakage & split ends · UV protection · Hair color protection · Porosity control · Reduces blow dry time, and allows your brush to glide through the hair with less stress on your strands.

A few extra seconds of care can make a huge difference in the health of your hair.

✨ Pro Tip: Start detangling from the ends and work your way up to avoid pulling and breakage.

Healthy hair isn’t just about the products you use—it’s about the habits you create.

Need help creating a healthier hair routine? Our team at Studio IX is happy to help!

✨ Product Spotlight with Leah ✨

If you’re looking for soft, shiny, healthy-looking hair, Our Studio is loving the Design.Me Gloss.Me collection! 💛

From the Shampoo + Conditioner to the Deep Repair Mask and Gloss Serum, this lineup is packed with moisture, shine, and frizz control without weighing your hair down.

✨ Adds incredible shine
✨ Helps fight frizz
✨ Leaves hair feeling silky soft
✨ Perfect for dry, dull, or color-treated hair

Want hair that looks as healthy as it feels? Ask any of our Artist about the Gloss.Me collection at your next appointment!