Stylists
meet the experts
We’re a group of talented hair professionals in Summerland, BC who love what we do to the bone. We push ourselves to expand our skills, so you always get the service that’s right for you. And although we’ve been in business for nine years, some of us have been together for 19—it’s what makes us family.
Stephanie Co-Owner + Master Colourist
Stephanie is a certified Goldwell Master Colourist and co-owner of Beauty Box. She’s been doing hair since 2004 and founded our salon with her best friend, Kolyn.
Stephanie’s passion for making people feel beautiful started straight out of high school when she attended MC College in Kelowna. She’s trained in the KMS IQ cutting method and loves to play with bold and bright colours.
When she’s not at the salon, you can find her reading, doing pottery, crafting, and hanging out with her husband, son, three cats, and our shop dog.
Kolyn Co-Owner + Master Colourist
Kolyn is a Master Colourist and Beauty Box’s co-owner. She started cutting and styling her family’s hair when she was 8-years-old and always knew she wanted to own a hair salon. She graduated from hair school in June 2001.
Kolyn’s education includes training from Penticton School of Hairdressing, Suki’s Advanced School of Hair, and the Goldwell Academy where she now teaches as the regional educator for the Okanagan region.
When it comes to hair, Kolyn is a certified Goldwell Master Colourist and uses the KMS IQ cutting method. She slays at various types of hair extensions (she’s a babe extension tech), curly hair (she’s got crazy curls of her own), and all types of colouring (bold, vivid, and funky colours are her favourite).
In recent years, Kolyn’s been experimenting with editorial shoots as a way to push herself and broaden her hair arsenal. And when she isn’t expanding her skills, you can find her hanging outside with her hubby, two kids, and two doggos.
Carol Manager + Senior Stylist
Carol is a salon manager and senior stylist who’s been with Beauty Box from the very beginning. She’s been styling hair for 10+ years (she graduated high school early) and earned a degree from the Penticton School of Hairdressing.
Carol’s skillset includes the KMS IQ cutting method and she stays up to date on the latest trends and techniques through continuous training at the Goldwell Academy. She’s a killer colourist with an affinity for Elumen and all kinds of hair extensions.
In her downtime, you can find Carol hanging out with her son or on the baseball field drinking beers and playing ball. She also loves to camp and jump cars through trailers, so we like to think of her as the laidback daredevil of our group.
Kirsten Manager + Senior Stylist
Kirsten is a senior stylist who’s been cutting hair for over 27 years. She graduated from the Academy of Excellence and continually updates her techniques through the Goldwell Academy. She’s a well-rounded stylist and trained in the KMS IQ cutting method, so she’ll crush any kind of style you throw at her (updos, foils, colours, you name it!).
When she’s not at the salon, Kirsten loves spending time with her two kids, gardening, and taking long walks to the beach with her adorable beagles.
Jasmine Senior Stylist
Jasmine has been doing hair for over 10 years and she’s truly the master of her craft. From icy blondes to fiery reds and rich browns, there’s nothing she can’t do.
Whether you’re looking for a colour correction or bold, statement hair, Jasmine will make sure you leave the salon feeling like the best and most beautiful version of yourself.
When she's not working hair magic, you can find Jasmine enjoying life (and food) with her two kids.
Ellen Stylist
Ellen is a Goldwell Academy-trained stylist who worked her way up the Beauty Box ladder from client to receptionist to junior stylist. Her favourite part of her job? Bright, beautiful colour transformations.
When she isn’t absorbing all things hair, you can find Ellen enjoying time with her husband and daughter whom she credits as being her biggest supporters.
Samantha Senior Stylist
Samantha has been a stylist for over 10 years, with a deep love for continued education and staying on top of the latest colour trends. From rich reds and golden blondes to bold vivids and soft, lived-in brunettes, she specializes in creating custom colours that suit her clients’ unique aesthetic and lifestyle.
Originally from Vernon, Samantha moved to the South Okanagan in 2021 to be with her now-financé, and the two have since made Summerland their forever home. After a wonderful year at home with their son, she’s thrilled to be back behind the chair.
Samantha believes that great hair is about more than just the end result. It’s about the journey. Whether you’re after a low-maintenance look or something bold and edgy, she’s here to make you feel your best.
Chelsea Stylist
Chelsea has been behind the chair for four years, bringing effortless, low-maintenance colour and soft, lived-in styles to her clients.
She specializes in natural, dimensional colour, long layered cuts, and modern perms that grow out beautifully. Because great hair should be easy to style (and still look amazing weeks later).
Outside of work, you’ll find Chelsea snowboarding, hiking with her dogs, crafting, spending time with family and friends, or exploring her favourite Okanagan wineries.
carrie Front End Manager
Carrie keeps everything at Beauty Box running smoothly. From managing our books to keeping us on schedule, she’s our heart and soul. More often than not, she’ll will be the one to welcome you to our salon and make sure your stylist is ready for you.
Carrie is a skilled gardener and an animal lover who knows nothing about hair (except how to rock rainbow like nobody’s business) and we love her for it.
Krista Front End Coordinator
As a front-end coordinator, Krista helps keep our operations running smoothly. From booking your appointments to greeting you at the front desk, you can rest assured you’re in good company with Krista.
Outside the studio, you can find her fostering dogs through Critteraid or spending time with her husband and three daughters.
esthetics by nicole
We’ve partnered with Esthetics By Nicole to bring you a full-service salon. Contact the shop to book your next manicure, pedicure, wax, or beauty treatment.
Clyde Shop Dog
Meet Clyde. Our favourite furry friend here at the shop (and one of Stephanie’s fur babies). He loves going for walks and hikes, and he can’t get enough attention. So don’t be afraid to give him a little belly rub or affectionate scratch behind the ear.