Meet The Stylists

Daisy Flores is the owner of The Salon of Pooler and brings over twenty years of professional hair and makeup artistry to the Savannah and Pooler community she proudly calls home. A graduate of Effingham County schools, Daisy has deep roots in the area and a sincere love for serving women with care, excellence, and heart.

She trained at the Milan Institute of Cosmetology and continued her education through a master stylist apprenticeship and advanced professional makeup training at the Orlando Santiago Makeup Academy. Over the years, Daisy has styled countless brides and bridal parties, partnered with wedding planners across the region, and shared her talents backstage for the annual SCAD runway fashion show.

Daisy is known for creating soft romantic waves, elegant updos, and timeless wedding-day hair and makeup looks that enhance each bride’s natural beauty. Her steady hands, attention to detail, and calm presence allow brides to relax and feel completely cared for on one of the most important days of their lives.

Outside the salon, Daisy is a wife and mom of two who enjoys family time, cheering on soccer games, singing in her church choir, spending time outdoors, and enjoying days at the beach. She is also bilingual and warmly welcomes both English- and Spanish-speaking clients.

The Salon of Pooler reflects Daisy’s heart for people, artistry, and excellence—and every client who walks through the doors feels that difference.

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Daisy

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Elexus

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Gifted naturally with the ability to do braids and locs, Elexus is available by appointment only. She is passionate about her artistry and has a steady satisfied clientele.

Maria

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Maria is a master stylist with more than 10 years of experience and a strong reputation for her expertise in Dominican blowouts, balayage, and custom color. She brings exceptional skill and attention to detail to every service, creating healthy, beautiful results that clients love.

Her Dominican blowouts are known for their smooth finish and long-lasting shine, while her color work reflects both artistry and precision. Maria takes the time to understand what each client wants and blends her expertise with genuine care to deliver results that feel natural, flattering, and confidence-building.

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Miryan

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Miryan is a master stylist with more than 30 years of experience and a rare gift for creating haircuts that truly flatter each client’s face shape and personal style. Her expertise spans across dominican blowouts, perms, highlights, balayage, and more — and there is truly nothing she can’t do.

Miryan combines technical skill with an intuitive understanding of what will look best on each person. Clients trust her not only for her beautiful results, but for her thoughtful approach, steady confidence, and genuine care. Her experience speaks for itself, and her talent shines through in every service she provides.

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Carole

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Carole brings years of experience in beauty, education, and leadership to The Salon of Pooler. She is certified in Kapyderm dermotricology, offering advanced scalp and skin analysis, customized facials, and targeted care for concerns such as acne, sun spots, sensitivity, hair and scalp issues, and overall skin balance. Her work is focused on restoring confidence through healthy skin.

As a bridal and special event makeup artist, Carole is known for her eye for detail, soft-glam artistry, and calming presence. She loves helping women feel beautiful and confident—whether it’s for their wedding day or everyday life.

Carole is also an author and faith-based coach, and she often shares her books as a way to encourage and uplift others. Her heart for people and her commitment to excellence are part of what create the warm, peaceful atmosphere at The Salon of Pooler.

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Saray

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Saray grew up in a salon, and it shows in everything she does. From a young age, she developed a deep love for the beauty industry and quickly became a talented stylist with a natural eye for detail.

Known for her creativity and quick thinking, Saray can match or recreate any color — even if she’s out of a particular shade. She knows how to blend what’s available to deliver beautiful, seamless results every time.

Clients love Saray for her kindness, her gentle personality, and her dedication to building strong relationships. Even though English is her second language, she works hard to communicate clearly and make every client feel welcome, understood, and cared for.

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Mary

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Mary is our dedicated nail specialist, known for her precision, gentle touch, and beautiful work with both manicures and pedicures. With a full schedule almost every day, her clients book well in advance—and for good reason.

Her clients are incredibly loyal, not just because she delivers consistently excellent results, but because she creates a relaxing, comfortable experience where people feel cared for. Mary brings patience, friendliness, and years of trusted skill to every appointment.

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