Our Stylists
Farah Reid
The Theologian
Having dedicated herself to the lifelong pursuit of amazing hair, it’s no wonder Farah has developed a cult like following. Born into the Deborah Carter hair dynasty (Deborah is her mom) the philosophies of hair were as much a part of her childhood as eating and sleeping.
Revered as a child prodigy and catapulted to star status at a young age, she not only cuts your hair but gives it’s mere existence purpose and meaning. Having poured over the annuls of the ancients like Sassoon, Horst, Bumble and Dessange and fusing their teachings together in a Holy Grail like quest, her haircuts border on divine intervention.
Tisa Watson
The Guru
With over 30 years in the industry Tisa will take your hair on a spiritual journey. Holding hair licenses in both California and Texas and having studied Balayage in Paris, France at Jaque Dessange, she is THE authority on all things color. Having begun her vision with the Deborah Carter hair dynasty, it was only natural to seal in her legendary status with Deborah’s daughter Farah here at Little Sister.
Our only certified hair extension specialist, she can expand your mind by enlightening your locks and create a world where time and space cease to exist. Her knowledge of hair and color is unparalleled and star studded, making sure your hair dreams are the makings of a new universe.
Marisol Mares
The Specialist
Long, luxurious, kinky, curly, crazy, wavy, worry free. If any and all these words describe you, your hair or even your dreams for your hair you have come to the right place. Marisol has been training for years to be an expert in curly hair and the challenges they present. Trained under the super diva and local curl legend
Georgia Bramhall and focused on the Deva Curl way of life, Marisol is certified and then some.
Focusing on the dry cutting techniques that have rewritten hair history, get ready to have your curly locks pampered like never before. Marisol also does more wedding hair that anyone in town. From brides and bridesmaids to flower girls and mother of the bride. Making everyone beautiful is not just a job for Marisol it’s her way of life.
Alison Rea
The Scientist
Once in Alison’s chair she studies every strand of your hair with microscopic precision. Weighing every possible outcome, she scrutinized all angles until that Eureka moment. Then she formulates your process like an Algebraic equation.
From the tiniest baby lights to the cutest sassy bob, no job is insurmountable.
Want to go from chocolate brown to platinum pink? You’re just a calculation away. Want to create a years trajectory of hair growth? Get ready for a full diagnostic. Welcome to Alison’s laboratory.
Amy Ha
The Fastidious Confectionary
Internationally savvy, ever meticulous, and sweet as pie, Amy is supremely gifted in the art of ultra-chic cuts, ornate braids, brilliant color, and mind-blowing shampoos. Originally from South Korea, Amy moved to Austin with her husband and daughter, Hannah, in 2016, then enrolled at Baldwin Beauty School to pursue her dream profession. “I always wanted to be a hairdresser, but my mother is Asian, so I went to college for law,” she explains.
The Trans-Pacific move was not without its challenges. “America is so big! At first, I cried a lot,” Amy admits. But, when it came to honing her craft, the pros far outweighed the cons. “In Korea, most people have black or dark brown hair and want very neat and simple cuts. In the US, there’s so much variety!” Having trained under doyennes of hairdressing Farah Reid, Deborah Carter, and Tisa Watson, Amy excels at all of it – from big hair and bold color to intricate plaits and shaggy dos. She approaches each with the keenest attention to detail and kindest mien, earning her the title of Fastidious Confectionary and a fast-growing client list, so book while you can!
Lauren Valdez
The Hair Sorceress
Ever heard of hair whispering? Well you have now. Lauren graduated beauty school fresh out of High School and in under a year. No small feat in this age of ADHD and short attention spans. A child prodigy out of the gate, Lauren has been speaking the love language of hair since she started brushing her own.
With a natural talent electrifying her fingers, it is only magnified by a diabolical intensity for study. Turning the art of doing hair into Alchemy and Wizardry. It almost appears as if your hair just magically does itself. Almost. Lauren is also Deva Curl trained and certified under local legend Georgia Bramhall. A combination that is no less than ethereal.
Lily Pettigrew
The Libra
A third-generation stylist, Lily Pettigrew inherited her gift for hair from her mother and grandmother then cultivated her skills under Little Sister/I Love You Pink’s Grand Dames: Farah Reid and Tisa Watson. The consummate Libra, Lily is kind, creative, empathetic, a good listener, and she appreciates beauty and individuation. Her professional goal: to have each of her clients leave her chair with hair that is unequivocally beautiful and that reflects and enhances their unique personality.
While a pro at traditional cuts and colors, Lily is unabashed in her affinity for rat tails, mullets, and raccoon stripes. “I’d love to specialize in alternative cuts,” says Lily, who describes her personal style as feminine punk. In her free time, you might find her exploring Austin’s DIY punk rock scene, indulging in an art project, or hanging out with her two cats, Dusty and Meowsie.