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.

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

Hannah, a native of Mooresville, NC,  has been doing hair since 2007.  She graduated from Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology. Hannah is a quiet, gentle stylist who works well with clients, paying close attention to detail as she concentrates on designing hair. 

Hannah enjoys working with hair color, extensions, and keratin treatments because results are quickly  seen providing the most change in the clients look! She attends numerous training classes every year to learn the newest trends and expand her knowledge.  Hannah is a certified hair extension technician who works with all types of human hair extensions and the various application methods.  

Hannah likes helping others and making people happy! In her free time, she volunteers at a local fire department as a EMT/firefighter. She also enjoys various types of outdoor actives.

Hannah’s current favorite product is Virtue 6 in 1 Styler.  For home delivery and more information on the Virtue product line, visit https://www.virtuelabs.com/en/stylist/Lori-DiDonato/

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.

Heidi Caton joins us from Buffalo, New York

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 Volumizing Mousse from the create line made by Virtue.   To view and order Virtue products online for direct shipment to your home visit