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Meet Our Team
I’m so glad you found us! Rhenium’s greatest gift is the people who bring our vision to life. I’ve cultivated a space where artistry, warmth, and plenty of fun come together — and our team turns every visit into an experience to savor.
With the perfect mix of ingredients — professionalism with a touch of spice, sweetness in their expertise, a desire for connection, results-driven care, and playful energy — they create magic every day.
After 36 years in this beautiful industry, I’ve been humbled by many lessons. This team brings me gratitude, love, pride, and laughter beyond measure.
Enjoy whoever you choose to spend your visit with — I am blessed to be in their presence each and every day.
Renee, Owner
With pride and joy,
Stylists
Lead Stylist
Elicia
Elicia is a "do what makes you happy" person with an avid love for helping others feel beautiful on the inside and out. She has been in the industry for over a decade traveling from South Dakota to Okinawa, to NY with a few stops in between doing what she loves. Elicia strives to make clients feel comfortable and provide them with a look that will suit their specific needs. Everyone is different!
Lead Stylist
Ashlyn
Ashlyn has been a hairstylist since 2016, turning her childhood dream into a career. She loves creating a comfortable space for clients and helping them achieve their hair goals with confidence. Specializing in color and styling, she’s passionate about bringing hair visions to life. Outside the salon, she enjoys spending time with family, listening to music, and being outdoors.
Lead Stylist
Jennifer
For Jen, being a hairstylist is about more than just hair—it’s about connection. She’s built lasting relationships with clients, some for over 10 years, and loves watching them grow and thrive. To her, clients are like family, and the trust they share makes every appointment special. There’s nothing better than knowing someone chooses her chair time and time again!
Lead Stylist
Jacquie
Jacquie is a Brooklyn-born, Jersey-raised stylist with nearly 20 years of experience in color, cuts, bridal, and extensions. After a successful career in South Florida, she returned to the Northeast to raise her two young daughters. Excited to bring her expertise to Simsbury, Jacquie looks forward to building new connections and sharing her artistry with the community.
Seasoned Stylist (On Medical Leave)
Katie
Katie has been a hairstylist for over a decade, combining skill with honesty to ensure clients feel confident and cared for. She believes in transparency—recommending only what’s needed—and creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Fueled by coffee and laughter, she’s dedicated to providing luxury hair services while keeping things light and enjoyable.
Seasoned Stylist & Social Media
Ali
Ali has been in the beauty industry for five years, helping clients feel like the best version of themselves. She strives to create a relaxing space where self-care comes first. Outside the salon, she loves exploring secondhand shops, sipping chai, playing cozy video games, and hiking.
Rising Stylist
Savannah
Savannah has been a stylist since 2023, which has been a life long dream. She loves to highlight and create fun color masterpieces that fit the client she has in her chair. She strives to create a strong bond and safe space for everyone in her chair. In her free time, she enjoys thrifting, listening to music, and trying new coffee spots!
Apprentice & Lash Technician
Anna
Anna is currently attending Paul Mitchell The School, working toward her hairstyling career. You can find her at Rhenium Thursday-Saturday, gaining experience, taking clients, and getting into the flow of the salon. Outside of school, Anna enjoys walking her dog, practicing lash techniques, and relaxing at the beach.
Assistant
Katelyn
Katelyn is a cosmetology student at CT State Asnuntuck, pursuing her passion for all things hair. She loves the creativity of transforming a client’s look and bringing out their personality. Highlights, blowouts, and updos are among her favorite services, and she’s excited to continue growing her skills. Outside of school and the salon, Katelyn enjoys staying active and playing sports. She looks forward to working with clients and helping them feel like the best version of themselves.
Spa
Massage & Reiki
Todd
Pulling from experiences learned through yoga, Reiki, and finally massage school, Todd performs each massage with a unique approach that is customized to the client’s needs. Whether the issue is chronic tension, physical emotional buildup, or recovery from injury, Todd will work with you to best facilitate returning you to a place of comfort where your body can best heal itself.
Massage & Reiki
Kendra
Kendra joined the Rhenium team in November 2019. She is a licensed massage therapist and a trained reiki master. She is also certified in prenatal massage, as well as offers AromaTouch, guided meditation, and more! Kendra uses an individualized and holistic approach to helping clients heal and find peace.​ When she's not at the salon, she loves to spend time outside and with her family.
Esthetician
Jenna
Jenna recently graduated from esthetics school and is excited to be starting her career in skincare. She loves creating a calming, safe environment where clients can relax and leave feeling refreshed and confident. Facials are her favorite service to provide, and she’s passionate about helping others care for and heal their skin. Jenna looks forward to meeting new people, continuing her education, and learning new techniques to expand her skills. Outside of the treatment room, she enjoys taking walks, spending time with her family and cats, and embracing her favorite season—fall.
Esthetician
Leslie
Leslie has been a licensed esthetician since 2011, specializing in luxury anti-aging facials, waxing, and makeup artistry. She works closely with clients to customize treatments based on their skin care goals, offering a relaxing experience with soothing massage. An Air Force veteran and mom of four, Leslie enjoys spending time with her kids and dreams of relaxing on a Cape Cod beach.
Makeup Artist
Ally
Ally is a certified makeup artist and licensed eyelash technician. She discovered her passion for makeup in her 20s and pursued it professionally in her 30s. Ally loves helping clients feel their best and enjoys running and playing with her kids in her free time.
Holistic Coach
Sophie
Sophie is a Holistic Health Coach, tarot reader, jewelry maker, and menu planner. She takes a holistic, judgment-free approach to help clients set and achieve their personal goals. Outside of work, she enjoys time by the river, cuddling with her cats, and getting creative in the kitchen.
Studio
Owner
Renee
Renee's passion for beauty and care began in childhood, leading to a fulfilling 35-year career. She loves connecting with clients, collaborating with her team, and has poured that passion into creating Rhenium Salon and Spa.
Now that her children, Jake and Abigail, are grown, Rhenium is her newest "baby." When she’s not at the salon, she enjoys home design and renovations, inspired by the beauty of the Farmington River.
Receptionist / ReStyle
Kathy
Kathy is grateful to be a part of the Rhenium Salon & Spa team of creative, kind, and inspiring people!
When not at the shop, she is spending time with her four beautiful grandkids and dreaming of time at beaches or mountains!