The highly experienced and talented beauty team at Shine Salon Savannah has decades of professional experience.
Shine Salon Savannah is known by their strong positive reputation in all services they provide for women and men. The beauty experts at Shine Salon Savannah are specialized in makeup, beard trims, classic and modern haircuts, hair color, blowout, hair extensions, smoothing hair treatment, and special event styling, including formal events and weddings. Our finest master stylists and makeup artist have developed their professional skills by working at renowned salons, attending continuing education courses, and being certified at distinguished beauty academies and companies.
Please meet some of the best hairstylists, hair colorists, barber and makeup artist in Savannah, GA and schedule your appointment!
Anna K. Amerson
Master Stylist
Anna K. Amerson has over 10 years of experience in the beauty industry. She had the privilege to start her career at a very respected local high-end salon, B Street, where she was able to fulfill her dream as a licensed master cosmetologist. Anna K. takes her time to connect with her clients and identify their needs which allows her to deliver the perfect service, whether you want a haircut, color, or style. She enjoys being able to make her clients feel and look good!
BILLY PURVIS
Master Stylist | Co-founder | In Memoriam
Billy Purvis began his career in Memphis, TN, and worked in the industry for 30 years. He traveled internationally to earn certifications with several leading companies, including Bumble and bumble, Aveda, Goldwell, Keratin Complex, and René Furterer. Billy specialized in cut, color, and special event styling. During his time in Nashville, TN, he served as the official stylist for Miss Kentucky USA and Miss Kentucky Teen USA. His work was featured on both screen and print, including Martha Stewart Weddings. Billy deeply valued his clients and the talented team at Shine Salon Savannah. In 2025, we endured our second profound loss with the passing of our beloved Billy Purvis. Billy will forever be in our hearts and minds, remembered for his excellence, commitment, and kindness. Always shining within and beyond Shine Salon Savannah.
Kelly sanders
Master Barber | Stylist
Kelly Sanders is a Licensed Master Barber/Stylist with 30 years experience. Kelly trained and graduated from the Barber Styling Institute in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Specializing in barbering skills on all textures of hair for men and women, Kelly is passionate about precision styling, both traditional as well as cutting edge, current styles and her skills include fades, razor cuts, shaves and beard grooming. Kelly enjoys interacting with her family of clients, both established as well as new customers, and puts a smile on everyone's face.
MARIA VAUGHN
Master Stylist
Maria Vaughn has over 16 years of professional experience. Her passion for creativity and building connections with others inspired her to pursue a career in helping people feel their best. Staying sharp and trying new things led her from a small town in Ohio to coastal life in Georgia, where she has worked for other acclaimed hair salons. Maria has three kids and continues to stay in the trend and education of the hair world. Her work has been featured in various magazines, movies, and series. Maria appreciates her clients and the time she shares with Shine Salon Savannah’s talented team. Maria is also the co-owner of COR Compost, an innovative environmental business in the waste management industry, located in Savannah, GA.
MICHAEL WHITEHEAD
Master Stylist | Co-founder | In Memoriam
Michael Whitehead began his training at the Vidal Sassoon Academy 35 years ago. His career took him from Chicago, IL through Nashville, TN to St. John, US Virgin Islands, and to Savannah, GA. His talents were honed at Vidal Sassoon Academy, Tony and Guy Academy in Dallas, TX, and diPietro Todd Academy, in San Francisco, CA. Michael believed in lifelong learning, continuously investing in his education to stay at the forefront of the industry. His artistry touched print, screen, and the lives of his clients and colleagues. In 2024, we experienced a profound loss with the passing of our beloved Michael Whitehead. Michael will always be remembered not only for his talent, but for the kindness, passion, and dedication he brought to his profession and to Shine Salon Savannah.
VML
Master Stylist
VML was born and raised in Atlanta, GA and has been in the hair industry for over 20 years. She is a multicultural stylist, specialized in all textures of hair. She has studied in the United States and abroad honing her skills at the Vidal Sassoon and Aveda academies, where she learned how to express herself in an artistic form. One of her biggest accomplishments was to work on The John Raymond Styling Team for Mercedes-Benz fashion week. VML is also an image consultant who is passionate about creating and seeing her clients smile. She is a free-spirited world traveler, avid runner, and vegan foodie! She feels very fortunate to do what she loves and to work with Shine Salon Savannah’s talented team.