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Untangled Salon’s goal is to enhance our clients’ personal image with the aide of the most caring, educated, motivated and professional staff possible, in an environment that promotes friendliness, courtesy, respect and pampering. Untangled Salon works as a structured team that strives to provide affordable upscale quality hair care to the Lake Norman and surrounding areas.
We use professional color created and perfected by a hair stylist and chemist, Jack Winn, who uses only level 4 pharmaceutical botanical ingredients which include Argan Oil for superior hair healing and shine; Rice Protein to strengthen the hair; Aloe Vera to protect and soothe the scalp; and Calendula Extract to soften your hair.
Our stylists are talented and trained professionals who are passionate about constantly learning and bringing new techniques and technology to you! Click the “Book Online” button to reserve your personalized appointment now.
Our Location in Cornelius centrally located between Lake Norman and Charlotte NC
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Yes, we are open and following all executive orders.
1. Each Untangled Salon team member wears a mask; we ask that you do as well.
2. Each team member has their temperature taken on a daily basis before their shift with a no touch thermometer.
3. Payment and scheduling will be conducted with as little contact as possible.
4. Hand sanitizer is available to all guests & team members.
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Color
Explore the potential of color when imagination and expertise come together.
Style
For a bad hair day “pick-me-up”, to prepare for an important meeting or looking for a great style for an important night out, we can help.
Our Team

Lori DiDonato
Owner/Stylist
LORI DIDONATO
In 1999, Lori moved to the area from the Pittsburgh suburbs, she was tired of corporate America. She was looking for something new - something exciting and challenging - cosmetology. Ms. DiDonato is constantly learning and dedicating her time to expanding her knowledge of the latest beauty trends to meet clients needs.
Today, Lori owns and works at Untangled Salon. She is passionate about providing unsurpassed customer service, and unrivaled hair designs. Lori specializes in HairDreams human hair extensions, all color techniques and hair cutting. All of Lori’s colors are customized to her individual clients needs. Bi-annually she attends an educator’s summit for the pharmaceutical grade botanical color offered at Untangled. Lori not only educates her team at Untangled, but also other stylists around the country.
She is an active listener and can understand the challenges expressed by clients to exceed their expectations. Lori educates her staff and customers on the products and techniques required to maintain their styles at home.
Lori believes in continually educating and stay abreast of all the latest and most sought after beauty trends. She also has a passion for a healthy lifestyle. In her spare time, you will find her at the gym, with her pup, Beastie, working in her landscaping, or spending time with her daughter.
Lori’s favorite product is Jack Winn Pro’s VitaSilk and Prime Shine. You can order online for home delivery at https://untangled.jackwinnpro.com/retail

CRYSTAL MANLEY-STEWART
Stylist
Crystal has been a stylist since 1998. She originates from Cleveland, Ohio, but moved to this area to be closer to her brother and his family. Having been raised by a mom who was a stylist, and going to work with her while Crystal was in her teens, the passion for hair and the beauty industry is in her blood. Crystal has done most everything there is to do in a salon, including owning her own salon for eight years.
Crystal specializes in scissor cuts, razor cuts and color, but does most anything hair related. She keeps current on all her hair styling skills by attending continuing education on a regular basis. Crystal enjoys working with perms, as well as, doing specialty styles and braids.
She says she loves the environment at Untangled and the clients here. “The salon is friendly and fun, and I felt welcomed the moment I walked in the door for my interview.”
In her spare time, Crystal enjoys time with her husband, two step-children, and extended family.
Her favorite Untangled Professional product is Gel Mousse. This product is only available in salon or ordered by phone.

Kim Gelina
Stylist
Kim made a major life changing move from Rochester, New York, to Cornelius, NC, because of the weather and of course, our friendly and welcoming community. Kim has been practicing since 1981 after graduating from Wayne Technical Center in New York. Prior to moving and joining the team at Untangled Salon, Ms. Gelina was a self-employed hair stylist for over 20 years.
Ms. Gelina says she loves the team work environment, drive for exceptional customer service and the continual education provided at Untangled Salon. Kim enjoys meeting new people, being creative and helping others to feel great about how they look.
Her favorite services are cuts, color, highlighting techniques, perms, keratin smoothing treatments, and hand-tied extensions. Gelina’s quiet and thoughtful demeanor lend to her patient and caring style of taking care of her clients. Her favorite product in our take-home care for your hair is Prime Shine and BAM humidity armor. You can purchase in the salon or online at: https://untangled.jackwinnpro.com/retail

Breanna Kelly
Stylist
Breanna is a native of North Carolina bringing a bubbly and passionate fresh talent to the team at Untangled. She is patient with her clients and consistently gets great reviews on her work. Breanna brings a “can-do” attitude to the positive team atmosphere.
Ms. Kelly enjoys meeting new people and living life to the fullest striving to make each day the very best it can be. Bre is continually expanding her knowledge and skills in all things hair. In her spare time, you’ll find her spending time with her daughter, spending time outdoors, riding ATV’s, or reading.
Breanna says she loves working in a team based atmosphere where all the stylist help and learn from each other. She enjoys color of all kinds including highlights, balayage, color corrections, and fashion colors. Extensions are one of her favorite services in the salon. Bre is highly trained and experienced with both women’s and men’s cuts. Her favorite products are Untagled’s Elixir 11 and JWPro Prime Shine available for purchase in the salon or online at https://untangled.jackwinnpro.com/retail
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SALON HOURS
Tuesday – 10am-8pm
Wednesday – 10am-8pm
Thursday – 10am-8pm
Friday – 10am-6pm
Saturday – 9am-4pm
Sunday – CLOSED
Monday – CLOSED