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Stylists are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to supporting your growth, helping you expand your skills, and providing high-quality tools to elevate your business every single day. So celebrating you only on Hairstylist Appreciation Day feels silly. We want to celebrate you, our stylist community, year-round. From our Pro Extensionist Team to artists behind the chair across the globe, your growth has been our priority from day one over 20 years ago. We wanted to take this day (and really, this month) to remind you how we’re working behind the scenes to provide you with the highest quality products, tools, and education to give your career the boost it needs to be profitable and sustainable.
Connecting You to Our Pro Extensionist Team
We brought together top-tier talent to create our Pro Extensionist Team. This core four of stylists, salon owners, and business professionals act as mentors to our stylist community worldwide. By supporting salon owners and stylists behind the chair through education, innovation, and community and business building, the Pro Extensionist Team and Donna Bella give you everything you need to be successful. Let’sreintroduce the team to get you reacquainted.
Meet Clayton Hawkins
Clayton Hawkins (@claytonhawkins) is known for extension work that prioritizes hair health as much as headline-worthy volume. Working with high-profile clients in Los Angeles, he’s built a reputation for precision techniques that deliver length and fullness without compromise, redefining what extensions look like long-term.
Clayton chooses Donna Bella because “the hair blends beautifully, wears well, and performs exactly how I expect it to. It’s hair I can trust, which lets me stay creative and have fun.”
Meet Olivia Thompson
A go-to blonde specialist in Fort Lauderdale, Olivia Thompson (@omgartistry) approaches extensions as a confidence-building tool, not just a service. Her work is recognized for seamless customization and natural results, attracting clients who want blonde transformations that still feel entirely their own.
Olivia knows Donna Bella is a brand she can trust for consistency. “Donna Bella Hair Extensions stands out to me because the quality is consistent, which matters when you’re building trust with clients. The hair performs across different methods, installs cleanly, and wears beautifully over time. I also respect the brand’s long history and their focus on education, not just product.”
Meet Lo Wheeler Davis
Lo Wheeler (@lo_wheelerdavis) blends modern extension artistry with a business-first mindset. As a salon owner and educator, she’s known for helping stylists turn advanced techniques into scalable, profitable services, bridging the gap between creative mastery and real-world growth.
Lo trusts that Donna Bella can provide the confidence her clients seek. “My clients experience lighter installs, longer wear, and hair that truly becomes part of their lifestyle. From a business standpoint, that consistency reinforces trust, longevity, and the ability to price with confidence.”
Meet Antonio Estrada
Antonio Estrada (@antestradahair) brings a transformation-driven approach to extension work, grounded in technical precision and hands-on mentorship. Based in Phoenix, he’s recognized for translating high-level techniques into systems that work behind the chair, empowering stylists to elevate both their craft and their confidence.
Antonio’s go-to brand for extensions has been Donna Bella for over 13 years. Here’s why: “What really sets Donna Bella apart is the range of systems and the intention behind them. Whether I’m customizing for fine hair, creating fullness, or building a full transformation, I know I have options that actually work in real life. Their 20+-year heritage shows in the details, and that trust is why Donna Bella is my go-to extension brand.”
Customers Deserve Appreciation, Too
Beyond our stylist community and Pro Extensionist Team, we wanted to take some time to extend our gratitude to all of our customers. While Customer Appreciation Day is April 18, once again, we focus on our customers every day of the year. We see all your purchases, reviews, suggestions, and more, and we wanted to remind you that that doesn’t go unnoticed. We’re constantly innovating and evolving with your input at the forefront of everything we do. So whether you’ve bought one pack of hair three years ago or regularly purchase our products, we thank you.
There’s Still More to Come
While we pause to extend our thanks, know that we’re not slowing down anytime soon. There are numerous launches and releases in the works that we can’t wait to share with you. Until then, stay tuned into our social media and emails to get a sneak peek of what’s to come.