Meet Your Stylists

  • Amanda Craig (she/her)


    Apprentice - $60/hour

    Amanda is one of those people that can get along with just about anyone. Her laid back demeanor and sense of attentiveness will immediately put you at ease. She is driven to constantly improve her craft, and we're stoked to have her at Badlands! Prior to chasing her lifelong dream of becoming a hairstylist, she was working in Optometry for 20 years. When not behind the chair, you can find Amanda spending quality time with her two kids, and binge watching shows with her supportive husband.

    Specialities: Natural hair colors, and long layered haircuts.

    @beauty_by_amanda22

  • Karl Yates (she/her)


    Hairstylist — $70/hour

    Looking for a hairstylist who’s creative, down to earth, and ultra calming? You’re in luck, because Karl’s that kind of human. Her passions behind the chair include fun alternative cuts (think shags, pixies, bixies, mullets) and anything cut with a razor. When Karl’s not crafting fun hair at Badlads you can find her thrifting for art at local shops or enjoying the outdoors with her two kiddos.

    Specialties: Shags/Bixies/Pixies, Alternative short cuts, and razor cutting.

    @karl_doeshair_now

  • Kiersten Rowles (she/her)


    Hairstylist- $70/hour

    Meet Kiersten! Despite being a travel bug, this born and raised Bendite has settled back here in Central Oregon to live out her dream as a hairdresser / curl specialist. Kiersten loves being able to connect with individuals one-on-one in order to make their hair goals a reality, and is always down for a creative haircut challenge! When she’s not in the studio you can find her camping at the coast and cooking meals over a campfire, or grooving it out with friends from the ecstatic dance community.

    Specialties: curly textures, alternative haircuts, and razor cutting.

    @fairygodmother.hair

  • Corey Waller (she/her)


    Hairstylist- $70/hour

    Prior to becoming an apprentice at Badlands Hair Studio, Corey was a medic in the Navy for 6 years followed by a career in social work. We think Corey’s past professions are not only rad but explain her hard work ethic, caring spirit, and determination to excel at her craft. Plus, her momma was a hairdresser for 15 years… So hairdressing is in her genes. When Corey’s not in the studio you can find this native Washingtonian hiking with her husband and three doggos.

    Specialties: Short clipper/scissor cuts and vivid hair colors.

    @wallflowerrhair

  • Wendy Wagner (she/her)


    Hairstylist- $80/hour

    Every once in a while you stumble across a hairstylist who is naturally gifted at an array of creative mediums, and Wendy is one of those stylists. This abstract painter and former graphic designer brings the perfect blend of creativity and attention to detail to Badlands, and we’re lucky to have this artist on our team. When she’s not in the studio you can find her taking boxing classes or spending quality time with her husband and two kiddos.

    Specialties: Blonding, natural hair colors, & precision cuts.

    @styledbywenz

  • Kaylynn Cornelius (she/her)


    Stylist - $80/hour

    This Oregon native has been hard at work raising a family while chasing her childhood dream of being a hairstylist. Kaylynn’s joyous attitude and kind spirit are bound to make anyone feel comfortable in her chair. When not in the studio you can find this self-proclaimed foodie in one of Bend’s amazing restaurants or traveling around the state with her family of three.

    Specialties: blonding/lightening services, precision haircutting, and special event styling.

    @hairby_kaylynncornelius

  • Lylly von Hurst (she/her)


    Stylist - $70/hour

    Lylly is the perfect blend of social, easy-going, professional, and efficient. She takes her craft seriously and has a blast while doing it : ) This inherently creative stylist loves vivid hair colors, shaved undercuts, and working with natural textures. She’s also known for her stellar scalp massages. When Lylly’s outside the studio you can catch her acting/performing in local projects or skating with the Bend roller derby team.

    Specialties: vivid colors + designs, curly haircutting/styling, & razor cutting.

    @dye_young_stay_pretty

  • Jonae Schoen (she/her)


    Stylist- $90/hour

    You know those humans who make you feel like a million bucks immediately after meeting them? Yup… that’s Jonae : ) Plus, her drive to become the best at what she does is unlike any other stylist we’ve met in Bend. In addition to technical abilities Jonae will make sure you’re well taken care of from consultation to finished style. When she’s not behind the chair you can find her spending time with her little one Sylas, or dancing in the kitchen while making cajun food.

    Specialties: clipper cuts & curly haircutting/styling.

    @js.hair.magic

  • Luke Moore (he/him)


    Stylist - $90/hour

    Luke’s calm, cool, and collected demeanor makes every hair service he does a super relaxing one, and he strives to create a welcoming space for our LGBTQ+ clientele. His perfectionist side is always striving for excellence (#DreamTraits), whether it’s a clean clipper cut or a blended balayage. When Luke’s not doing hair you can find him working on his drawings or watching RuPauls’s Drag Race.

    Specialties: Dimensional brunettes & short clipper/scissor cuts.

    @hairbylukemoore

  • Heather Greene (she/her)


    Salon Owner & Stylist - $200/hour

    *CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Return guests please contact the studio directly for booking.

    Heather is a hairstylist of 15+ years and former Portlandian who moved to Bend Oregon with the hopes of bringing a new kind of salon (i.e. clean, sustainable, inclusive) to town. Badlands is the result of this long-awaited intention. As a clean hair care advocate and educator, Heather is on a mission to create the salon experience that so many health/environmentally conscious Bendites have been waiting for.

    Specialties: Haircutting for curly, wavy, thick, thin, & fine hair textures. Sun-kissed and low-maintenance hair color. Helping humans learn how to embrace their natural hair texture and/or color.

    @heathergreenehair

  • McKensie Lui (she/her)


    Salon Manager

    McKensie is the puzzle piece that completes our team at Badlands. Her motivation to thrive and expertise from running her own small business here in Bend make her the hardworking manager you will come to know and love. She lives locally with her husband, 2 dogs and chickens!

    When she’s not at the studio you can find her outside admiring plants or searching for vintage finds for her clothing business Articles of Thrift.

    @articlesofthrift

  • Abby Van Order (they/them)


    Salon Coordinator

    Abby’s a new transplant to Bend as of January! They’re currently in tailoring school with the hopes of one day creating custom clothes that make everyone feel affirmed and amazing.

    During their down time you can find them curled up with their cats (Beastie + Gremlin) and a good book or out discovering the fun Bend has to offer.