As a nearly 20-year veteran of the beauty industry, curly hair expert, and a stylist passionate about continuing education, I continually strive to learn the latest techniques and stay ahead of trends in the industry and the curly hair community. It's simple; my passion is to help men and women embrace their natural texture, love it and look they're all time best.
Loving your curly hair is possible!
I'm available for bookings at two Howard County, MD area locations. You can find me Tuesdays at Artistic Edge in Marriottsville and Wednesday, Thursday and Saturdays at Looks Salon and Spa in Columbia.
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Testimonials
Having curly hair has always been a struggle. It seemed like a good haircut was not possibility for me. Then I met Amanda. She really know how to manage and cut curly hair. Finally, I love my style!
Evelyn Henderson
Amanda has been my hairdresser for over ten years. I ALWAYS love my curls when I leave the chair. I trust Amanda with my hair implicitly.
Kari
Jackie Kennedy. Farah Fawcett. Dorothy Hamill. Jennifer Anniston.
Whether you liked those hairstyles or not, chances are that you had the
choice to try one for yourself. That's not the case for me and most of my
curly hair sisters. Now, think of a famous curly hairstyle. Little Orphan
Annie. Shirley Temple. Rosanne Rosannadanna. No cheating - the permed,
teased 80's dos on straight hair don't count. Less than desirable options
for us curly girls, wouldn't you say? Hello orange juice can curlers, hair
tape for bangs (my attempt at the shag) and ironing my hair, not with a
flatiron.
So that about sums up my life of hair. Until I searched for and found Amanda
ten years ago. Now, I can honestly say I love my hair. Every day is a good
hair day. Her cuts are genius. She is the Curl Whisperer, coaxing my hair to
fall beautifully and to behave like pretty hair. She's not just about the
curls, she is excellent at rich, dimensional color and highlights as well.
Amanda is a true talent and a professional who continues to build her
skills. She's honest about what she recommends for me, but listens and
responds to my requests.
Thanks Amanda! I'm grateful and will be your customer for life.
Mary
Two words - AMANDA freaking PAYNE!!!Ok, wait, that was 3 words. She is God’s gift to curly haired women!
Leah
Services
In order to help you look your very best, Amanda is professional trained and offers services in the following areas:
Custom, Curly Cut
The hair is cut in its natural DRY state, curl by curl. Amanda shapes the hair based on the way each curl naturally falls.
$160 (new curly clients)
please plan 1.5- 2 hours for this appt$100 (returning curly clients)
Curl-By-Curl Highlights
In this color process, each curl is painted individually. This approach to color allows light to reflect highlights that boost the curls brilliance and dimension.
first time $175+
Retouch $135+
All Over, Base Color
Base color (new color w/pull through) $130+
Base color touch up w/finish $110+
Base color w/glaze and finish $135+
Traditional, Foil Highlights
Full highlight (new color) with finish $170+ (toner additional)
Full highlight touch up $140+ ( toner additional)
Partial highlight new color $140+ ( toner additional)
Partial highlight touch up $125 + (toner additional)
Dimensional $175+
Tradition Cut
The hair is cut while wet and is dried during styling.
$65
Men's Cuts
$40
Ladies Cut (traditional)
Non Curly Cut - $68
Latest News
Amanda is constantly updating her skill set by attending world-renowned industry training and looking for better and innovative ways to serve her clients. Check back to see what she's been up too!