IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR AN ELEVATED SPACE MIXED WITH EDGE AND A WHOLE LOT OF CREATIVITY TO GET YOUR HAIR DONE, YOU’VE FOUND YOUR SPOT.
The Hype Hair Studio was created in 2015 by Kristine Templeton. The idea for The Hype began decades ago from the perspective of a Stylist who sought out a space to offer transformative services supported by a team of collaborative creatives.
Meet the team
We hire pretty cool people
$ 300/hr
Founder + Owner
KRISTINE TEMPLETON
Kris (she/her) was born in Wisconsin and raised in New Mexico. She has over thirty years of experience working in the industry ranging from salon Owner, Director of Education and behind the chair. Now she dedicates part of her time to developing her team as the in-house-educator and career coach. Kris specializes in short cuts, natural grey grow out, traditional highlights and trendy mature styles.
@Kristempleton
career coach & recruiting
Bek sanders
Bek (she/they) was born and raised in New Mexico. After completing her Bachelor’s at the University of New Mexico, they spent a year abroad in Europe before joining the Leadership team at The Hype in 2018. Bek is The Hype’s in-house career coach, specializing in emotional intelligence and career success. Bek is also the Student Advisor with Destroy The Hairdresser, a coaching company for hairstylists. by hairstylists.
@beksanders_
$90/hr
Stylist
DELLYNA SALAZAR
Dellyna (she/her) was born and raised here in Rio Rancho, NM. She took interest in cosmetology early into her teenage years. After high school, Dellyna went to school at NM Tech for 3 semesters for Biology, and promptly found out it was not where she wanted to be. Instead, she decided to follow her true passion and pursue cosmetology at The Aveda Institute of New Mexico. Now, she loves being able to connect with guests while doing their root touch ups, bold fashion colors, balayages, and long-hair haircuts!
@dellynas.styles
$ 105/hr
stylist
kayla Maxwell
Kayla (she/her) began her journey in Farmington, New Mexico, before making the move to Albuquerque in 2021 to pursue her dreams as a beauty professional. From the start, Kayla has been passionate about forging genuine connections with her clients, treating each one as a unique individual rather than just another face in her chair.
As she has immersed herself in the beauty industry, Kayla’s love for color has truly flourished. She has a knack for creating low-maintenance, lived-in color that effortlessly enhances her clients' natural beauty, yet she also excels at crafting bold, vivid looks that turn heads. Beyond color, Kayla finds joy in styling long, layered haircuts and creating fun, textured bobs. She’s excited to work with you, bringing out your most authentic and beautiful self.
@kaylas_beautylooks
$ 75/hr
Stylist
Zaida urizar
Born in Mexico and raised in California, Zaida (she/her) moved to New Mexico in pursuit of a more tranquil lifestyle. It was here that she found the courage to pursue her passion and earned her cosmetology license. For as long as she can remember, she's loved and enjoyed doing hair, from braiding and long haircuts to traditional highlighting and fashion colors. As a mom herself Zaida particularly enjoys having kids in her chair!
@stylesbylumie
Yo Hablo español
$ 90/hr
Stylist
Sariah Smouse
Sariah (she/her) grew up knowing that she wanted to do hair. She dreamt of being a stylist that can boost a client’s self-esteem by sitting in her chair. Sariah is a firm believer in the saying “look good, do good.” Your hair contributes a lot to the way you see yourself. She loves blondes and the low maintenance of a lived-in color. Adding a few pops of brightness or changing your color overall can enhance your natural beauty.
Her goal is to create an environment where you feel seen, heard, and important during your appointment. When you leave, you’ll look good and be ready to do good. She is excited to have you in her chair!
@sariahluxehair
$ 105/hr
Stylist
Mack Weaver
With a passion for beauty and a dedication to craftsmanship, Mack (he/him) is a visionary that has been offering hair and makeup services for 14 years. Mack started his career here in Albuquerque and Mack is excited to be able to offer his services to the Albuquerque area for the summer! Behind the chair in the salon Mack specializes in color services from coppers, brunettes to blondes. Mack also specializes in extensions with a passion for sew in wefts. Mack finds pride in being able to offer his services to any ethnicity that walks through the salon door as he has been trained to work on all hair textures.
@mackweaver_
$ 65/hr
Stylist
Hillary salaz
Hillary is a passionate hair stylist from the first graduating class of the Hype Hair Academy.
With a keen eye for detail, Hillary enjoys every aspect of hair—whether it’s bold color transformations, elegant perms, or giving a fresh cut. She loves working with all hair types and lengths, believing that every hair project, big or small, is an opportunity to create something beautiful.
Working well with clients of all ages and genders, she is committed to making each individual feel confident and fabulous.
@hair_hustler_hillary
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