Her career began in 2005 at the International Institute of Cosmetology in Wethersfield, CT, where her passion for the craft was matched by a clear belief in community over competition. That mindset became the foundation for the kind of environment she has always worked to create: elevated, supportive, and united.

Over the years, Melissa noticed a pattern that stayed with her. Client after client shared the emotional weight of hair loss, often caught in a frustrating loop of being referred out and sent back without real answers. Determined to provide meaningful support, she became a certified hair loss practitioner through USTI, expanding her expertise so she could offer solutions with intention, education, and care.

Invisible Bead Extensions became a defining turning point in her work behind the chair. As an IBE Elite Artist, Melissa is known for discreet installs, seamless blending, and results that look polished yet effortless. Her focus is not just length or volume, but integrity, comfort, and long-term wearability, especially for clients navigating thinning or hair loss. Today, she specializes in Invisible Bead Extensions and color services with a growing focus on hair restoration, moving beyond temporary coverage and into deeper, more targeted solutions that support long-term scalp and hair health.

Melissa offers her hair loss services from a private suite within Mane & Co., creating a more discreet and comfortable experience for clients navigating something deeply personal. She understands that hair loss is not just about hair. It can affect confidence, identity, and the way someone moves through the world. Privacy, trust, and sensitivity are central to the way she works, allowing each client to feel seen, supported, and cared for without feeling exposed.