MEET OUR STYLISTS
At BeLong Salon, our team is made up of passionate, highly trained stylists who are dedicated to providing luxury hair care and customized extension services that elevate your confidence and personal style. Each member of our team brings their unique flair, experience, and expertise—from innovative color techniques to seamless extension installs—while sharing a unified commitment to top-tier client service.
We believe in creating an inclusive, welcoming environment where every guest feels seen, heard, and truly cared for. Whether you're here for a transformation or a touch-up, you can trust that you're in the hands of professionals who love what they do and take pride in helping you look and feel your best.
Together, we’re more than just stylists—we’re artists, educators, and beauty enthusiasts who are constantly growing, learning, and pushing boundaries. We can’t wait to welcome you into the BeLong experience.
MASTER STYLISTS
Anna Jones | Owner
Anna Jones | Owner
Anna Jones | Owner
Hi I'm Anna, owner of BeLong Salon and a Master Stylist. I have been behind the chair since 2009 and I absolutely love what I do. I specialize in drastic transformations and love a good challenge!
drink order: dunkin' large hot macchiato with skim and 2 pumps of French vanilla.
text to book: (618) 304-5086
Heather Baker
Anna Jones | Owner
Anna Jones | Owner
Hi! My name is Heather Baker and I am a Master Stylist at BeLong. I have 6 years of experience behind the chair. I'm an extension master and blonde specialist. I also enjoy doing vivids and grey blending, but I'm always down to bring your vision to life!
drink order: triple shot of blonde espresso over ice, 2 pumps of white mocha, splash of milk with sweet cream foam
text to book: (815) 871-1746
EXPERIENCED STYLISTS
Ansley Thurmond
Ansley Thurmond
Ansley Thurmond
Hey! I'm Ansley Thurmond. I'm an experienced stylist with over 2 years behind the chair. I absolutely love creating bright blondes, effortless lived-in color and more recently have been loving extensions. My vibe is trendy but real-I want your hair to look amazing in the salon and at home.
drink order: iced white mocha with almond milk and
Hey! I'm Ansley Thurmond. I'm an experienced stylist with over 2 years behind the chair. I absolutely love creating bright blondes, effortless lived-in color and more recently have been loving extensions. My vibe is trendy but real-I want your hair to look amazing in the salon and at home.
drink order: iced white mocha with almond milk and cold foam or coconut berry redbull
text to book: (803) 448-6789
Micaelia Birch
Ansley Thurmond
Ansley Thurmond
I'm an experienced stylist with over 20 years behind the chair. I am passionate about creating relationships with my clients so they feel at home in my chair. I love to do detailed cuts, and all types of color services. I am looking forward to learning extensions installations and having you in my chair soon!
I am available Monday-Thursday from 9AM-3PM
Taylor Loveless
Ansley Thurmond
Taylor Loveless
Hi! I’m Taylor, an experienced stylist who is passionate about creating beautiful, customized hair that helps you feel confident and your best. I specialize in blondes, brondes, balayage, and seamless extension transformations, focusing on dimensional color and lived-in looks that are tailored to each guest. My goal is to provide you with
Hi! I’m Taylor, an experienced stylist who is passionate about creating beautiful, customized hair that helps you feel confident and your best. I specialize in blondes, brondes, balayage, and seamless extension transformations, focusing on dimensional color and lived-in looks that are tailored to each guest. My goal is to provide you with the best service possible while creating a fun, relaxing experience while in my chair. Whether you’re looking for a bright blonde refresh, a soft bronde blend, natural-looking balayage, or added length and volume with extensions, I’m dedicated to helping you achieve your dream hair while keeping it healthy and beautiful.
I can’t wait to meet you and bring your hair goals to life!
BEGINNER STYLISTS
Eileen Schatte
Hi!! I'm Eileen, a hairstylist dedicated to creating hair that feels effortless and modern. I believe great hair should boost your confidence every single day, not just the moment you leave the salon!
With a year behind the chair, I have focused on building a strong foundation in live-in color, dimensional blending, customized cuts and he
Hi!! I'm Eileen, a hairstylist dedicated to creating hair that feels effortless and modern. I believe great hair should boost your confidence every single day, not just the moment you leave the salon!
With a year behind the chair, I have focused on building a strong foundation in live-in color, dimensional blending, customized cuts and healthier hair transformations.
text/call to book: (618) 704-4999
INTERN STYLISTS
Dalanee Balint
Hi! I am Dalanee Balint, a new cosmetologist! I am so excited to start this new journey. I love all things blonde and any color service! I can’t wait to have you in my chair and make your dream hair come to life!
Dalanee will be training alongside our stylists while she learns. She is doing half off of all services with supervision.