Meet the Subculture Team

At Subculture Hair Studio and Spa, we redefine beauty and wellness, offering a unique fusion of artistic expression and rejuvenating experiences. Nestled in the heart of Society Hil, our studio is a haven where innovation meets tradition, and every client is embraced as an individual canvas.

Our team of skilled and passionate professionals is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge hairstyling, coloring, and spa services tailored to each client's distinct personality and preferences. At Subculture, we believe in the transformative power of a good hairstyle and the restorative effects of a spa session.

Immerse yourself in a contemporary yet inviting ambiance designed to inspire relaxation and creativity. From trend-setting haircuts and personalized color transformations to indulgent spa treatments, we curate a diverse range of services to cater to every aspect of your beauty and wellness journey.

In addition to our commitment to excellence in salon services, we take pride in creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere. Subculture Hair Studio and Spa is not just a place to enhance your appearance; it's a community where self-expression is celebrated, and individuality is embraced.

Discover the perfect synergy of artistry and tranquility at Subculture Hair Studio and Spa, where each visit is an opportunity to rediscover your unique style and rejuvenate your senses. Welcome to a haven where beauty is an art form, and self-care is a cherished ritual.

The Team!

Suzi is a hairstylist with 20 years of experience. She is a great listener who enjoys working with you to stay true to your vision. She is a versatile stylist who is passionate about learning and practicing new techniques. She pays great attention to detail. She loves dry haircuts, razor cuts, dimensional hair color, technical foiling, and lived-in color. She enjoys working with long, thick hair as well as fine, thin hair.

Suzi

Co-owner

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Ashlie has been a hairstylist for 16 years. Her passion is doing blondes, vivid colors and hair extensions. She graduated from MUD in NY. Furthering her education is always a top priority. Ashlie created a hair convention called Revolution Indie Con to help further other hair stylists careers. She is Also the lead educator in the salon and trains the apprentices.

Ashlie

Co-owner

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Ruairí

Ruairí Lynn is an experienced beauty artist with over 13 years of industry experience doing hair and makeup. Specializing in curly hair, vivids, and creative makeup, Ruairí is constantly growing an extremely varied skill set, allowing them to tailor a customized beauty ritual to each individual client's needs, based on their unique anatomy, lifestyle, and personal sense of style. Having no desire to be another voice in the beauty industry telling clients what certain face shapes, body sizes, ages or genders can or can't wear, Ruairí is deeply passionate about creating possibilities instead of limits by utilizing good techniques and even better communication.

Salon manager

Master Stylist, Makeup Artist

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Allison Gretsuk is our spa manager and lead esthetician. They pursued an education in esthetics at Jean Madeline Aveda Institute in 2018 after starting in the beauty industry as a makeup artist in 2011. Allison is passionate about gender affirming care in our industry and offers experience in just about any aesthetic service you can think of! They are a certified laser tech, skilled skincare expert, licensed cosmetic tattooer, and NALA accredited lash artist. Allison is also a lifelong visual artist and musician, a huge nerd, and pet parent to a rescue greyhound and gaggle of cats. They can’t wait to meet you and bring their unique approach to self care to your services.

Spa Manager & Lead Esthetician

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Hel (they/she) has spent over 11 years helping clients express themselves through hair. They specialize in alternative, gender-affirming styles, with a passion for creative color, raccoon stripes, color blocking, vivids, and anything outside the box. Whether you're looking for a subtle statement or a full transformation, Hel is all about creating a safe, inclusive experience where individuality comes first. When they're not behind the chair, you'll find them gaming, crafting, thrifting, exploring the outdoors, or spending time with their beloved cat, Rosemary.

Master Stylist

Hell

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With over a decade of experience behind the chair, Sophie is passionate about creating customized, low-maintenance hair that fits each client's lifestyle. She is a curly hair specialist, specializing in curl-friendly cuts and styling, as well as balayage, lived-in color, blonding, vivid transformations, and versatile cutting techniques for all hair textures. Whether you're looking to enhance your natural curls, achieve a seamless blonde, refresh your color with dimensional balayage, experiment with bold fashion colors, or find the perfect wash-and-go haircut, Sophie combines creativity and technical expertise to create a look that's beautiful, wearable, and uniquely yours.

Master Stylist

Sophie

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I’m Mo Hayes, a stylist in Philly since 2008. I absolutely love working on custom projects, especially in vibrant party colors and stunning platinum blondes. Creating user-friendly haircuts that fit your lifestyle is my jam. I'm passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, particularly with gender-affirming styles for trans clients. When I'm not at the salon, you can find me hanging out with my dog and cats or belting pop classics during car karaoke. Can't wait to see you in my chair!

Master Stylist

Mo

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Hel (they/she) has spent over 11 years helping clients express themselves through hair. They specialize in alternative, gender-affirming styles, with a passion for creative color, raccoon stripes, color blocking, vivids, and anything outside the box. Whether you're looking for a subtle statement or a full transformation, Hel is all about creating a safe, inclusive experience where individuality comes first. When they're not behind the chair, you'll find them gaming, crafting, thrifting, exploring the outdoors, or spending time with their beloved cat, Rosemary.

Master Stylist

DRew

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Mark

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Haley specializes in balayage, lived-in color, dimensional brunettes, bright and subtle blondes, and customized low-maintenance hair color that grows out beautifully. She also loves creating alternative, textured, and low-maintenance haircuts tailored to each client's personality and lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a soft, natural transformation or a bold new look, Haley is passionate about helping every client leave the salon feeling confident, refreshed, and completely themselves.

Senior Stylist

Haley

Junior Stylist

Mark is a Philadelphia hairstylist with six years of experience and a passion for creativity, education, and the arts. Specializing in balayage, vivid hair color, and customized haircuts, they are always expanding their education and learning new techniques.

With a background in costume design, Mark has a keen eye for color, shape, and the smallest details. Whether you're looking for dimensional balayage, bold vivids, or a customized haircut, Mark is focused on creating a look that feels uniquely you—and giving you the hair of your dreams.

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Lydia

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Sarah is a talented hairstylist with a passion for creating beautiful, personalized looks for every client. She graduated from Jean Madeline Aveda Institute in 2013 with diplomas in both cosmetology and skin esthetics.

Sarah’s favorite services include all types of highlights, color corrections, and formal styling.She loves helping clients achieve their ideal look while creating an experience that feels both relaxing and personalized

When she’s not behind the chair, Sarah enjoys discovering new restaurants, catching up on her favorite Bravo TV shows, and training in kickboxing.

Senior Stylist

Sarah

Junior Stylist

Lydia is a Philadelphia hairstylist and Jean Madeline graduate specializing in gender-affirming haircuts and vivid hair color. With three years of experience, they love learning new techniques and collaborating with each client to create a look that feels unique and authentic to them.

Outside the salon, Lydia collects VHS tapes, Beanie Babies, and clowns, and loves spending time with their many pets.

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Amanda

Amanda Brizzi is a graduate of the Jean Madeline Aveda Institute and after almost a decade in the industry, found her home at Subculture. After struggling for years with her own skin, she has compassion and understanding for every individual stepping into the treatment room. Amanda’s dedication to continuing education, passion for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere and over all skincare “nerdiness” are what keep clients coming back over and over again. Amanda is known for her therapeutic facials, detailed eyebrow appointments and getting her clients ready for special events like weddings, vacations and even television appearances. 

Outside of the treatment room, Amanda is a professional singer with Philadelphia’s own Class of ‘84 and was chosen to sing on the main stage at the 2026 MMRBQ with The Circus Hearts, Godsmack and Alice Cooper. In her downtime, she loves traveling with her fiancé, horror movies, reality TV and snuggling up with her tiny house panther.

Lead Esthitician

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Mel

Dr. Mel Wolf is the founder of HONEYWOLF Acupuncture, a nationally board-certified, Pennsylvania-licensed acupuncturist, and a creative, curious, slightly weird human who believes healing should feel both grounded and approachable.

 She specializes in TMJ/TMD, jaw pain, headaches, facial tension, stress, and helping people whose bodies have been carrying way too much for way too long.

Using Five Element and Traditional East Asian Medicine, Dr. Mel creates treatments that are personalized, restorative, and focused on addressing the root cause—not just covering up symptoms. Every session is designed to help your body regulate, recover, and feel more balanced.

Acupuncturist

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Andrew is one of our Licensed Massage Therapists here at Subculture Hair Studio & Spa! He takes an integrative approach to massage therapy, customizing each session to meet your individual needs and wellness goals. Whether you're looking to relax and unwind, reduce pain and tension, recover from muscle strain, or improve your mobility and range of motion, Andrew creates a personalized experience designed to help you feel your best. No matter where you are in your wellness journey, he's here to help you move, feel, and live better.

Massage Therapist

Andrew

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Nicole is a Philadelphia nail technician who turned her love of nail art and design into a career over four years ago. She specializes in Gel-X extensions, custom nail art, freehand designs, and gender-affirming nail care.

Nicole loves creating one-of-a-kind sets that give every client another way to express their individuality and personal style. Whether you’re looking for detailed nail art, bold designs, or an affirming nail experience, Nicole creates a welcoming space where everyone can feel comfortable being themselves.

Nail Tech

Nicole

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My name is Rey Llewellyn and I have been doing makeup for brides, photo shoots, film, etc. for 11 years. A linguist turned makeup artist, I graduated from MUD in 2016 to continue my makeup career in special effects. Since then I have won 2nd place in IMATS NY Battle of the Brushes, worked on feature films, New York Fashion Week, and music videos for multiple talents such as Rob Zombie. My passions in the arts are not limited to makeup — I am also a pencil artist, sculptor, and designer. I love movies, video games, nature, and anything weird or unusual!

Makeup Artist

Rey

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Devon developed her love of makeup while at West Chester University studying theater where she designed many of the shows. She has now been working as a makeup artist for 10 years and has an eclectic variety of experiences. She loves any opportunity to flex her creativity creating anything from special effects and avant-garde looks to a natural and soft glam for your big event. Her main focus is integrating a client’s natural beauty and unique features to create a final result that makes them feel confident and like the most beautiful version of themselves.

Makeup Artist

Devon

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Maddie is a Philadelphia assistant stylist with a bubbly personality and a passion for all things creative. With a love for photography, painting, and music, she brings her artistic eye behind the chair and even helps capture the salon’s photography.

She loves balayage, lived-in blondes, vivid hair color, layered cuts, shags, and bouncy blowouts. A total sponge for education, Maddie is always excited to learn new techniques and grow as a stylist. Her favorite part of doing hair is working with clients to reach their hair goals and creating transformations that leave them feeling happy, confident, and completely themselves.

Outside the salon, you’ll probably find Maddie talking about her cats, food, or whatever creative project she’s into next.

Salon Hair Assistant

Maddie

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Creativity is in Sam’s blood. Her aesthetic is influenced by her interest in varied aspects of beauty. It started in high school with makeup, Sharpies, and paint, but it wasn’t until a trip to South Korea and her exposure to their skincare market, that she realized she would channel it into a career that she would love. Upon return, she enrolled at Gary Manuel Aveda Institute in Seattle, WA. She received her esthetician license in 2013. Sam's favorite (and most popular) service offers Is Eyelash Extensions (especially more dramatic looks or colors). She is certified in classic and volume lashes from JB Lashes. She is also a certified makeup artist from Makeup Forever. In her off time, you can find her immersed in art projects or on the search for Victorian-Era treasures.

Eye Lash Tech & Waxer

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