Meet Our Service Team

Junior Stylist

Meet India Barfield, a proud resident of Greensboro, NC since 2022, her humble beginnings reigns from a small town of Wilson, NC. 

India has always been driven by her love for creativity and helping others. In 2018, she earned a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in Health and Science from the prestigious Winston-Salem State University, where she developed strong skills in collaboration, communication, and research. After discovering her passion for beauty, she attended Empire Beauty School, completing her cosmetology program in 2023.

Now, as a proud member of the Stella’s Daughter Styling Team, India is excited to bring her creativity, enthusiasm, and commitment to our salon culture. With a background in beauty and health sciences, she contributes a well-rounded skill set that includes a keen eye for detail, a collaborative spirit, and a dedication to making every client feel confident and beautiful. 

India specializes in makeup, protective and creative hairstyling, braids, and locs — all while delivering personalized care to each guest.

Outside the salon, India enjoys spending time with her fur baby, taking walks in the park, cooking, dancing, and exploring her artistic side through painting, planting, and makeup artistry. Growing up surrounded by beauty professionals, she naturally developed a passion for making people feel their best.

Looking ahead, India dreams of opening a luxury spa and salon that specializes in skin care, lashes, hair, and hair removal. She also aims to give back by establishing a non-profit organization focused on helping children feel beautiful inside and out.

India is thrilled to be part of a team that shares her passion for excellence and community. Visit the link below to schedule your appointment with India and experience her dedication to beauty and wellness firsthand.

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India’s blend of creativity, skill, and heart aligns perfectly with our vision at Stella’s Daughter, and we are excited to see how she continues to elevate the experience for our clients.

Junior Stylist II

Meet Thalia Gibson, a proud resident of Winston-Salem, NC since 2005, originally hailing from the charming city of Macon, Georgia.

Thalia's journey into the realm of hairstyling commenced immediately after high school, as she followed her passion to Empire Beauty School. Graduating in 2015 with determination and perseverance, she further refined her skills at Winston-Salem State University, mastering the art of professionalism and communication, attributes she applies daily in the salon.

Since childhood, Thalia has been enamored with hairstyling, even teaching herself how to braid. Her true passion lies in the realm of healthy hair braiding, offering expertise in knotless or traditional braids, feed-ins, twisted styles, and innovative designs incorporating healthier alternatives.

At Stella's Daughter Salon, Thalia is fulfilling her hair dreams, offering a spectrum of services from invigorating shampoos to natural styles, to dynamic hair coloring, sleek silk presses to top-notch conditioning treatments. Her sights are set on expanding her expertise in hair coloring to achieve the status of a Master Hair Colorist.

In the future, Thalia aspires to co-establish her own salon, teaming up with her sister, a talented massage therapist, to create a sanctuary of beauty and relaxation.

A fascinating tidbit about Thalia – she's an avid animal lover with a keen interest in gaining knowledge about pet grooming for our feline and canine companions.

Thalia's fervor lies in promoting hair growth and maintaining healthy locks. She staunchly believes that everyone deserves to feel beautiful! 

"If you look good, you feel good! All healthy hair is good hair; It does not matter the texture."

Owner & CEO / Artistic Director / Master Stylist / Educator

Meet Reanee Bell McManus, a proud native of Montgomery, WV, who embarked on her journey in the beauty industry over 25 years ago. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Cosmetology from Carolina Beauty College in 1996, Reanee has since become a licensed hairstylist, esteemed owner of Stella’s Daughter Salon & Wellness Center, a dedicated business coach, and a master educator.

Reanee's passion lies in educating others on the significance of healthy hair care and nutrition. Throughout her illustrious career, she has amassed a plethora of certifications in salon management, haircutting, and hair coloring, showcasing her expertise as a platform artist for renowned brands like Design Essentials, Simply Red Hair Care, and Cocco Hair Pro Tools. 

Her pursuit of knowledge has led her to undergo extensive training from prestigious institutions such as Dudley Cosmetology University, Design Essentials, Paul Mitchell, and many more. In 2011, she achieved her Masters as a Professional Educator from Enyada Graduate School of Mastery, reinforcing her belief that education is the cornerstone of professional advancement.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Reanee finds joy in her role as a mother to three beautiful daughters, a doting grandmother to her grand-girl, and a cherished companion to her grand-dog, "Stella." She indulges in her love for literature through audiobooks, treasures moments with her family, embraces laughter, silliness, and enjoys exploring the world through travel. Her compassionate nature is evident in her commitment to giving back and blessing others.

Looking ahead, Reanee envisions a future where she expands the Stella’s Daughter brand with a chain of salons. Her ultimate goal is to provide guidance and support to aspiring stylists, technicians, educators, and industry leaders, fostering excellence, consistency, and professionalism in service delivery. 

She firmly believes in empowering her team through ongoing education, support, and shared goals, all aimed at better serving the needs of their valued guests.

Stay tuned for the exciting launch of Stella’s Daughter Salon & Wellness Center II & III!

Wishing you a phenomenal hair day!

Follow Reanee & The SD Styling Team on Instagram: @sdsalonwellness