Meet the Team
Immerse yourself in an exclusive hair care experience by booking an appointment with our expert stylists, where personalized attention meets unparalleled expertise. Indulge in a luxurious escape that leaves your hair revitalized and your spirit rejuvenated.
OUR STYLIST
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Rebeca Alvarez
FOUNDER
After dedicating over 30 plus years perfecting my craft as a hairdresser and building a loyal clientele, I found myself yearning for a new challenge. As the visionary behind The Ritual Salon, I am committed to creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for both our guests and my talented team. I believe that a great style can transform not just your looks but your confidence as well. I strive to stay current with industry trends specializing in modern lived-in color, seamless extensions and precision cuts. I continuously seek opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that my salon offers the best services available. My approach lends creativity with personalized care allowing me to craft unique styles that reflect each guest’s personality which fuels my creativity and keeps me inspired. I envision a space where creativity flourishes, guests are pampered, and innovation thrives. My dream is to create a welcoming environment where our guests feel not only beautiful on the outside but also uplifted on the inside. Armed with a deep passion for my work and determination to succeed, I am excited to embark on this new chapter in my career, ready to bring my unique vision to life and make a mark in the beauty industry.When I’m not behind the chair or in the salon, I wholeheartedly embrace my roles as a wife and mom. I cherish the joys of empty nesting, exploring new adventures with my husband, enjoying quality time glamping lake side, wine tasting and spending time with friends and family, shopping and nurturing my garden.
With opening the doors of THE RITUAL SALON, I aim to combine my wealth of experience with the fresh vision, providing exceptional service and personalized care to each guest. I look forward to building lasting relationships and helping everyone who walks through my doors feel their best.
XO,Rebeca
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Summer Brown
STYLIST
Specialties
· Blonding and Lived-In Color
· Extensions
· Styling
Certifications
· Bellami Hair Extensions
· Milbon Reparative Systems
· Redken Formulation
Born and raised in Morgan Hill, I have always had a knack for beauty and creativity. This passion led me to specialize in blonding, extensions, lived-in color, and vibrant reds. My journey in this industry began as Rebeca’s assistant, where I learned the true essence of being a hairstylist. This experience ignited my passion for creating beautiful hair and making women feel amazing in my chair.I offer a wide range of hair care services, not limited to color. My services include deep conditioning and reparative treatments, along with scalp care to help my clients achieve and maintain healthy hair. If you haven’t experienced one of my scalp massages, you’re missing out!
I love educating my clients, whether it’s a mini lesson on styling, discussing the best products for your hair type and how to apply them, or even where to find the best tools to recreate my styles at home.
I indulge in my love for makeup, skincare, hair care, and shopping – you could call me a product junkie! When I’m not behind the chair, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling across California to visit them. You can often find me exploring new restaurants, enjoying live music, or adventuring in So-Cal or Tahoe.
I offer free consultations and would love to get to know you to see if we are a match made in hair heaven!
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Mackenzie Holt
STYLIST
Specialties· Lived-in color: Creating natural-looking, low-maintenance masterpieces that keep my clients feeling confident long after they leave my chair.
· Bob Haircuts: Crafting the perfect, face-framing shape that instantly makes my clients feel fresh and polished.
· Layered Cuts: Bringing hair to life by adding movement and personality that perfectly matches each client's unique style.
Certifications
· Oribe Color, Cutting, and Styling
· Evo Hair Education Courses
· Keratin Smoothing Treatments
· Redken Color Education
· Wella Color Education
Born and raised in Gilroy, my hair career began in Los Gatos in 2020. However, my passion for hair styling traces back to my days as an athlete, where I would braid my teammates' hair before games. This early experience ignited a love for the craft that has only grown stronger over time. As a professional stylist, I find deep satisfaction in educating clients about scalp care and simplifying their at-home hair care routines. My commitment to continuous learning drives me to constantly explore new techniques and expand my knowledge of scalp health.When I’m off the clock, you’ll find me spending time with friends and family, going to country concerts, and exploring new restaurants in town.
I’m passionate about growing my knowledge in hair extensions and scalp health to provide the best possible care for my clients!
Now, as I am embarking on a new journey in Morgan Hill, I’m excited to bring my expertise to a new community and continue growing both personally and professionally.
I can’t wait to see you in my chair.
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Destinee Barnes
STYLIST
Specialties· Curly Textured Hair
· Extensions
· Color Corrections
· Balayages, Luxury Brunettes and Reds
Certifications
· Bellami Extensions Professional Master Advanced
· Tony and Guy Cutting
· Quidad Curl Cutting
· Keratin Treatments
Hi, I am Destinee from Gilroy, and I have been in the hair industry since 2016. My journey began when I was just 15 years old, I started doing hair for weddings and events in high school. I have been a competitive dancer for about 25 years, and I used to love doing everyone’s hair and makeup for competitions. It is a big reason I slowly transitioned into this career.I love seeing the smiles on my clients' faces. I never realized how beautiful hair can truly make someone's day and create a lasting impact. From an early age, I aimed for a career that involved assisting others, and I have found that joy in this profession. I am incredibly grateful to have discovered my calling at such an early age, and I would not change it for the world. My clients are a huge part of my life, and I cherish every moment with them.
When I am not transforming hair, you will find me spending time with friends and family or at the dance studio
I am super excited to get my hands on more hair and try new things. I am always up for the challenge!
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Sherry Marinovich
STYLIST
Specialties
· Blonding
· Gray Blending
· Extensions
Certifications
· Bellami Hair Extensions
· Milbon Styling Education
· Lived-In Color
· Precision Cutting
I was born and raised in the Bay Area and have 15 years of experience as a hairstylist and have a background in personal training. I have always been passionate about helping people look and feel their best. Creativity and attention to detail are at the core of everything I do. My most recent certification is in Bellami hair extensions. I love learning new techniques to bring fresh styles to my clientsWhen I am not in the salon, you will find me running, lifting weights, or redesigning clothes. But my biggest love is being “Gigi” to my sweet grandson.
I look forward to bringing your hair vision to life!
XO!
Sherry
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Amanda Elizondo
STYLIST
Specialties· Natural Lived-In Color
· 90’s Blowout Haircuts
· Extensions
Certifications
· Invisible Bead Extension (IBE)
· Keratin Treatments
Hello, my name is Amanda, and I’m from Gilroy. I’ve been in the industry since 2018, I thrive on building meaningful connections with my guests and making them feel beautiful and confident.I specialize in creating natural and modern hair color and extensions that enhance your beauty effortlessly. I am proudly certified with Invisible Bead Extension (IBE), and I’m passionate about growing my expertise in extensions because the priceless reactions from my guests are what I live for.
When I’m not at the salon, you’ll find me enjoying quality time with my husband and our adorable goldendoodle, Emma. I have a burning desire to start traveling, and any destination with a beach is my ultimate paradise!
I look forward to being your stylist of choice.
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Brooke Buckingham
STYLIST
Specialties• Blowouts
• Brunettes
• Transformational Blonding
• Color Corrections
Certifications
• INH Extentions Advanced Hybrid Method
• Hot Head Extentions
• Keratin Complex
Hello, my name is Brooke, if you’re looking for someone who is passionate about hair, obsessed with the details, and committed to making you feel your absolute best, you’ve come to the right place. I’m known for being fun, a little loud, and bringing positive energy to every appointment. My chair is a place where you can relax, laugh, and leave feeling more confident than when you walked in. I believe great hair starts with understanding your goals, paying attention to the smallest details, and delivering results that are both stunning and wearable.Whether you’re just getting a bombshell blowout or ready for a complete transformation, I bring the same level of dedication, creativity, and care to every service. My goal is to provide a luxury experience from start to finish while creating hair you’ll absolutely love.
I can’t wait to welcome you into my chair and help you achieve your dream hair.
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Kimberly Muñoz
STYLIST
Specialties• Balayage
• Dimensional Brunettes & Brondes
• Lived-In Blonding
• Low-Maintenance Color
• Hand-Tied Extensions
• Makeup
Certifications
• K18 Biomimetic Hairscience
• Hanzo Shear Cutting
• NTF Hand-Tied Extensions
I'm a Bay Area hairstylist originally from California's Central Coast. Beauty has been my passion for as long as I can remember, but what truly drew me to hairstyling was the artistry behind it. I fell in love with the ability to customize every color, placement, and detail to enhance someone's natural beauty, creating hair that feels effortless and intentional.With over four years behind the chair, I specialize in dimensional balayage and lived-in color. I love creating soft, seamless dimension that enhances your natural features while maintaining the health and integrity of your hair. Every service is thoughtfully tailored to your hair goals, lifestyle, and long-term hair journey.
As a mom, I understand how meaningful it is to take time for yourself. I strive to create a welcoming space where you can relax, feel cared for, and leave loving your hair. I can't wait to welcome you into my chair.
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