SARAH
OWNER + STYLIST @SARAHRIGGSPRO
Specialty | Cutting, Curls, and Blondes
Sarah has been with the Aveda since 2007. She started educating in 2010 at the Aveda Institute in Denver and became an Aveda Cut and Style Purefessional in 2012, traveling around the country to educate in salons. Sarah absolutely loves to personalize an experience for her guests. She believes that every trip to the salon should be memorable, uplifting, and tailored just for you. She is dedicated to helping guests understand what is the best options for their hair and making sure they are able to replicate the style at home. She loves taking fundamental techniques and applying them in interesting ways. When not in the salon you will find her with her husband, daughters, and dogs, who all love to travel.
ASHTON
STYLIST + MANAGER @ASH.COLOR.HAIR
Specialty | Customized Aveda Color
Ashton started her career as a hairstylist in 2007 after graduating from the International Beauty Academy. Ashton fell in love with Aveda when she attended Aveda Institute Denver in 2008 to become a licensed esthetician. She started her career as a stylist, educator, and salon manager in 2008. In 2014 she became a certified Aveda color ambassador and educator. Her goal is to impart her knowledge and care to her clients and make them feel comfortable, happy and confident.
MEGHAN
ESTHETICIAN + MANAGER @MSANDERSPRO
Specialty | Brazilians, Dermaplanes, Brows & Lashes
Meghan is confident, genuine and funny, and makes you feel like you’re a part of her family. She has been an Esthetician since 2010 and has mastered the art of speed waxing and making her guests feel safe and comfortable in the treatment room. Meghan is married to a Denver firefighter and mom to two teens, Finn and Lelah. She loves to crochet (which makes her even more skillful at lash extensions, lash lifts and lash/brow tinting).
KELLY
STYLIST @KELLYSERRANOHAIR
Specialty | Bobs, Shags, & Dimension
Kelly graduated from Aveda Institute Denver’s cosmetology program in 2018. She attended the Aveda Inspire Greatness London Fashion Week experience. She plays guitar in her free time and loves shaggy textured cuts. Kelly loves Aveda for the product performance while being environmentally-responsible. She knew she just had to be part of the Aveda experience.
CHRIS
STYLIST @MADE_YOU_LOOK
Specialty | Colors, Fashion Colors
​Chris trained at the Aveda Institute in Denver and has been a stylist since 2020. He kickstarted our creative team and, in 2023, Chris became part of the Oway USA Collective Team. His favorite thing about being an Aveda stylist is that beauty and wellness aren't separate ideas. He loves that we get to bring wellness into every aspect of our services and he feels this energy as an Aveda service provider, and it's contagious. He wants to live in that Aveda Aura!
LESLIE
MASSAGE THERAPIST @LESLIE_AT_UPLIFT
Specialty | Deep Tissue Myofacial Massage​
Leslie has been a massage therapist since 2012 and has worked in a chiropractic clinics, physical therapy clinics, and day spas. We love that she landed here with us at UpLift. Leslie focuses on relaxing the body and mind, and addressing the root causes of pain or discomfort. She mixes up her modalities with hot stones, chakra energy, CBD, reflexology and fire cupping.
JESS
STYLIST @JESSMOOREDENVERHAIR
Specialty | Pixies, Grey Coverage, Fashion Colors​
Jess has been working in the industry since 1999 and has been a part of the Aveda family since 2012. Aveda is her favorite color line because she loves how it is completely customizable and always fades nicely. She also loves how environmentally conscious Aveda is and how they help the communities they source ingredients from. When she’s not at UpLift, Jess loves cooking and baking with her daughter Evelyn, cuddling her shepherd mix pup Mochi, and spending time with her boyfriend Rick.
JENNA
ESTHETICIAN @MYWAXGIRL.JENNA
Specialty | Brazilians/Manzilians, Lash Lifts, Permanent Makeup​
Jenna is a native of Colorado. She completed the Cosmetology Program at Honolulu Community College in 2019. That’s where she found her passion of skin care. Her mission is making people feel naturally beautiful in the skin they are in. She believes her clients are walking billboards therefore she gives 100% attention to detail into every service. Orcas are Jenna’s favorite animal next to her two ESA doggos Peyton & Elway.
ANNIKA
STYLIST @ANNIKAFROMAVEDA
Specialty | Fashion Colors, Bleach & Tones​
Annika began her professional journey at Aveda Institute Denver in 2021. She loves Aveda’s mission and holistic approach to beauty. Being from Minnesota, attending the institute here felt like a little slice of home for Annika. Her service specialties include hair transformations, fashion colors, and bleach and tones. Annika is her friends’ go-to for astrology questions. Ask her about the moon next time you’re in the salon.
ERIKA
STYLIST @ERIKANICOLEHAIR5280
Specialty | Blowouts, Blondes, & Curls
Erika, a Colorado native, graduated from the Aveda Institute of Denver in 2019. She has dedicated herself to her education, successfully completing two rigorous apprenticeship programs, including one focused on curly hair techniques. Erika possesses a passion for providing exceptional blowouts and turning your blonde hair dreams into reality. Additionally, she is a certified expert in Bellami Hair Extensions. Erika's ultimate goal is to create a relaxing and comfortable experience for her clients, leaving them feeling truly beautiful. With a unique background that includes living in Germany for five years due to her father's military service, Erika brings a diverse perspective to her work. Outside of the salon, Erika enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly paddle boarding. In addition to her professional skills, Erika is a mom of four kids, as well as a dog and a cat mom. While in Erika's chair, be sure to indulge in some guilty pleasure reality TV talk.
CELESTE
STYLIST @CELESTIALCOLORS_
Specialty | Vivid Colors, Blonding, Shags
Celeste entered the beauty industry in 2023 with a deep passion for hair. She excels in creating vibrant colors, personalized blondes, short haircuts, and trendy shag or mullet styles. With a lively and intuitive nature, Celeste effortlessly caters to her guests' preferences, whether they seek a quiet appointment or an engaging conversation.
Coming from a big family, Celeste values the time her guests spend with her. Outside of work, she enjoys outdoor activities like roller skating, attending live music events, relaxing by the water, and appreciating the beauty of nature. Celeste embraces the beauty of Colorado and delights in exploring all it has to offer. With Celeste, you can trust that your needs will be met with precision and care, making your experience truly exceptional.