ABOUT US

Hey guys, thanks for exploring my website! I’d like to tell y’all a little about how I got here. From a young age, I’ve always loved the powerful transformation that hair and makeup can provide. Over the years, that has changed tremendously from wearing so much makeup my mom would call me a clown, to learning how to appreciate the more subtle aspects of beauty. I believe that less is truly more. Shortly after high school I attended cosmetology school to hone my skills, and that's where I found my tribe of like-minded people. I knew that doing hair was something I wanted to pursue long-term. Following cosmetology school, I apprenticed for two years under amazing stylists that helped me further my career. Today I have been in the industry, constantly growing my skills and perfecting my craft, for six years. Since becoming a mom I’ve discovered that I just don’t have an hour to get ready in the mornings anymore. This has inspired me to give every woman an effortlessly beautiful look that enhances their natural features and leaves them feeling great about themselves. “Solana” is a name of Spanish origin that means “sunshine.” I created Solana Salon to provide my clients with a sun-kissed, effortless, lived-in, textured aesthetic. It is my belief that when you step into my salon, we are entering into a co-creation partnership together. It is my hope that you leave my salon feeling easy and breezy, like the California sunshine! Melissa Zelt, Owner of Solana Salon