Our Community of Beauty Professionals
We have different specialties and approaches, but we share a passion for meaningful work and genuine connection. These are the independent business owners of Cove Studios.
Tori Ruano
Owner & Founder of Cove Studios
As a hairstylist specializing in natural, low-maintenance color, hair extensions, and scalp health, I believe beauty should feel as good as it looks. Your hair and scalp deserve more than just a quick fix—they need holistic care that aligns with your values, lifestyle, and enhances your natural beauty.
Whether you're here for a color refresh, a hair transformation, or simply to reclaim confidence in your hair, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Corinne West
Bend Blondes
Corinne is a blonding and extension specialist known for her intentional approach to creating soft, dimensional hair. Every appointment is fully customized, with a focus on enhancing each client’s natural features while maintaining the health and integrity of the hair.
Behind the chair, she’s known for her attention to detail and the genuine relationships she builds with her clients. Outside of the salon, Corinne loves spending time outdoors, going on adventures, and embracing the spontaneous moments that make life fun.
Working from her private studio, Corinne provides a personalized and elevated salon experience where every detail is thoughtfully considered.
Melanie Sewell
With over 30 years behind the chair and a sense of humor to match, Melanie brings her wealth of experience to Cove Studios. Her journey saw her traveling, working for, and learning from some of the finest in the business, before she chose Bend as the place to plant her roots and raise her daughter. That same passion for growth, and a good cup of coffee, hasn’t diminished.
Color is where Melanie’s heart lives, with a particular expertise in grey blending and coverage, backed by ongoing training in a wide range of color and highlighting methods. Every cut she delivers is thoughtfully crafted and tailored to you, with an eye for detail that shows in every snip.
Above all, Melanie is fueled by a genuine love for her craft and her clients, and a deep desire to help each one walk out feeling confident and beautiful, inside and out.
Diana Necessary
www.diananecessary.comCall or text to book with Diana 562-673-4340With over 30 years in the beauty industry my work blends a classic foundation with a modern natural approach. I consider face shape, skin tone and natural texture along with personal style and lifestyle for each individual client. More than anything I'm grateful for the connections I have with each client and I feel so lucky to do what I love.
McKenna Moe
Soul to Skin Esthetics
Hi, I’m McKenna! I’m an esthetician who is passionate about creating personalized treatments based on what your skin truly needs. I specialize in customized treatments — from lash and brow enhancements to corrective facials and microchanneling — designed to support your individual goals.
I’m always continuing my education and evolving as an esthetician so I can better serve each client who trusts me with their skin. Creating a space where you can feel cared for, relaxed, and confident is what matters most to me.
Teasa Johnson
Bend Luxe Hair
With nearly 10 years in the industry, I’ve had the opportunity to learn from some of the most influential educators across the country, from Hawaii to Virginia to California. I now specialize in transformative blonding and keratin bond extensions .
My approach is rooted in science and I care deeply about the “why” behind everything I do. I prioritize the health and integrity of your hair while focusing on long term results, not quick fixes. I want every client to feel confident and truly love their hair when they leave my chair.
Sophia Reed
Styled with Soph
Hi I’m Sophia, a hairstylist passionate about creating effortless, lived-in color and beautiful, dimensional blondes that grow out seamlessly and fit your lifestyle. My goal is always to give you hair that feels natural, low-maintenance, and uniquely you, whether that’s soft sun-kissed brightness or a bold, bright blonde moment.
I also specialize in hair extensions, helping you achieve the length, fullness, and confidence you’ve always wanted while keeping your hair healthy and blended to perfection.
When I’m not behind the chair, you can find me soaking in a good sunset, planning my next travel adventure, loving on dogs, or listening to country music. My faith is at the center of everything I do, and I strive to create a welcoming, uplifting space where you feel comfortable, confident, and cared for.
I can’t wait to have you in my chair and bring your dream hair to life.
Stephanie Heidemann
With more than 30 years behind the chair. I still get excited about creating hair that feels effortless, natural, and uniquely you. I love working with both scissor and razor cutting techniques to create movement, texture, and styles to fit your lifestyle.
Whether you prefer to blow-dry or air-dry, my goal is to create a cut that works with your natural texture. I believe great hair should be easy to wear and make you feel confident every day.
I am also committed to using eco-friendly, non-toxic products that are healthier for you and kinder to the environment. I look forward to helping you find a look that feels uniquely you.
Ashlee Green
Ashlee Nicole Styling
Hi, I’m Ashlee! For over 15 years, my career has taken me from California to Washington and eventually to Bend, Oregon, where I’ve built a passion for helping women feel confident through beautiful hair.
I specialize in luxury extensions and dimensional color, creating beautiful, natural looking results while prioritizing the health and integrity of your natural hair. Every appointment begins with a thoughtful consultation to align on your goals, your lifestyle, and the look you’re hoping to achieve.
For me, this experience goes beyond great hair. It’s about creating a space where women feel comfortable, cared for, and confident long after they leave my chair.