About Us
Mission Statement
At Grit we strive to provide the most inviting + friendly atmosphere. Each service we offer is personalized to the client through our team of highly trained and motivated artists. Our clients are our number one priority and we will ensure their expectations are exceeded. We hold ourselves accountable to elevate the entire person when they leave our Lounge. Here at Grit we use the most up to date techniques and products to make sure your visit is the experience you’d hoped for.
MEET THE TEAM
Katie- Owner/ Founder
-Master Hairstylist-
Katie began in the beauty industry as an assistant in 2001. She always aspired to be a hairstylist but wanted a college education as well. After graduating from Kutztown University with a marketing degree in 2008 she worked in sales for few years before going after her dream. In 2013 she completed a Cosmetology apprenticeship program under the owner of a salon in Bethlehem, PA. Here she received one-on-one education and then successfully obtained her PA Cosmetology License. In 2016 she moved on to work at a salon for 8 years and worked her way up to become the Salon Director. She thrives in continuous education and creating a fun and energetic work environment!
Sienna - Owner/ Founder
-Permanent makeup/ fine line tattoo artist-
Sienna started in the beauty industry in 2017 as administration. Shortly following that, she became a licensed nail technician... while doing nails Sienna quickly noticed Permanent makeup was taking off. In 2020 she became a certified artist and now specializes in Combo brows and Powder brows. Since then her passion + education for permanent makeup continues to grow. Along with PMU she also offers fine line tattoos, which have been a huge hit the past couple years! Sienna takes pride in building relationships with her clients and enhancing their natural beauty + confidence.
Lindsay- Owner/ Founder
-Master Hairstylist/ Lash artist-
Lindsay started in the beauty industry in 2004 as an assistant at a salon while she was in cosmetology school. In 2008, she completed the cosmetology program and became a hairstylist. Over the years she has obtained an Associates degree in Business Administration, and a Bachelors degree in Marketing. Education is something that is very important to Lindsay and she is always learning to gain more knowledge in the always evolving beauty industry.
“ I have clients who have stuck by me since day one. Not only do I love creating beautiful hair but the lasting relationships are something that is so important to me. I look forward to seeing everybody at each and every visit.”
Siarra Ruiz
-Hairstylist-
Siarra was born and raised in Queens, New York. 5 years ago she moved to Phillipsburg , New Jersey... right over the bridge from Easton. Since living in Jersey, Siarra got her degree in Business Management and immediately after, started attending Metro Beauty Academy. After graduating in August, she has been soaking up all the experience she can get. She is so excited to turn her passion into her career, and meet new faces!
Kaitlin- Lash Artist
Kaitlin recently graduated from The Beauty Institute as a licensed Esthetician. While in school, she worked to become a certified lash artist.
She recently moved to PA... although she is an AZ girl at heart, where she grew up and cheered at Arizona State University before moving to NC.
While in North Carolina, Kaitlin cheered in the NFL for the Carolina Panthers and further discovered her love and appreciation for the beauty industry... as the professionals are heavily involved.
She loves making new connections and making people the best version of themselves. Outside of the salon, you can find her trying to keep up with her son who has recently been on the move!
Kaitlin is so excited to be joining the amazing team at Grit Lounge!
