Thea Baugher

Meet Thea – Owner & Master Stylist at Stella Nova With over 20 years in the beauty industry, Thea is the owner and creative force behind Stella Nova Hair, Skin & Beauty. After decades behind the chair, her focus has expanded to mentoring and developing her talented team—providing them with advanced knowledge, exceptional products, and hands-on guidance to help every client achieve their dream hair. While Thea is no longer accepting new clients personally, she is always just a step away. New and existing clients may request a consultation with Thea alongside any member of the Stella Nova team, whether you’re seeing one of our stylists, our permanent makeup artist, or our physician. Her goal is simple: to make sure every client feels heard, is matched with the right professional, and has an expert plan in place to achieve the best possible outcome. At Stella Nova, you’re not just booking with one provider—you have the knowledge, experience, and support of an entire team behind you. Please call the salon to book a personal consultation with Thea.

Ashley Densley

Hello, I'm Ashley! With over 15 years of experience as a dental assistant and a true passion for enhancing natural beauty, I specialize in providing a luxurious, comfortable teeth-whitening experience that delivers radiant results. My background in dental care ensures each treatment is safe, precise, and tailored to your individual needs. At Stella Nova, my goal is to help you feel confident, refreshed, and glowing - because your smile deserves to shine as brightly as you do.

Chloe Alvarado

Meet Chloe ✨ With 7 years of experience behind the chair, I specialize in all things hair extensions and have a passion for creating beautiful, confidence boosting hair. From long, thick, mermaid-worthy transformations to adding just the right amount of volume and fullness, I love creating customized looks that feel seamless, natural, and completely personalized. I’m experienced in a variety of extension methods, including sew-ins, tape-ins, K-tips, and clip-ins, which allows me to choose the perfect method based on each client’s hair, lifestyle, and goals. I’m passionate about not only creating gorgeous transformations, but also maintaining the health and integrity of your natural hair. After spending the last seven years building my career and running my own business in Utah, I’m relocating to Cocoa Beach full-time this November, and I couldn’t be more excited to join the Stella Nova team! I can’t wait to meet my new Cocoa Beach clients and help you create the hair you’ve always dreamed of. ✨

Dani Massaro

A northern city girl turned Space Coast local, Dani landed in Florida in 2018 and brings over 10 years of experience behind the chair. Mentored alongside DevaCurl and Rezo-trained master stylists, she has a passion for creating beautiful, customized hair while always protecting its health and integrity. Dani specializes in beachy lived-in blondes, dimensional color, bold vivids and creative color, natural and textured hair, curly hair, and curl coaching. From effortless, sun-kissed color to bold transformations and beautifully defined curls, Dani combines creativity, experience, and a personalized approach to make every client feel their absolute best. ✨

Diane Conklin

With a keen eye for precision and a commitment to personalized service, Diane Conklin crafts exquisite haircuts and custom color creations at Stella Nova. Her wealth of experience guarantees every client leaves feeling confident and beautiful, radiating with a style that's uniquely theirs.

Dr. Ian Woods MD MS

As a Medical Doctor with General Surgery experience, and a Master of Science in Molecular Medicine & Translational Science, Dr. Woods is an experienced practitioner in the field of regenerative medicine. He combines precise technique with cellular-level knowledge, custom tailored to each patient, and is an International Academy of Facial Aesthetics member. Dr. Woods has a deep belief in the value of patient education and empowerment and has created a superior quality practice in patient care, comfort and results.

Gaby Rios

Meet Gaby Rios ! Permanent Make Up & Lash Artist. With over 70+ certifications and more than 1,000 clients transformed, Gaby Rios is known for her artistry, precision, and passion for helping women feel confident and empowered. Founder of Gaby Rios Studio in Orlando, FL, she has built a reputation for delivering natural, long-lasting results in:     •    Ombre Powder Brows     •    Microblading & Nano Brows     •    Corrections & Tattoo Removal     •    Lip Blush & Eyeliner     •    Classic & Volume Lash Extensions “My mission is to create timeless beauty while inspiring confidence in every woman who sits in my chair.” Now, she’s bringing her expertise to Cocoa Beach to share her artistry with a new community.

Gretchen Whitney

With 18 years of professional experience, Gretchen Whitney brings an intuitive touch and a deep understanding of the body to every session. Her work is designed to help regulate the nervous system, relieve tension, and restore balance—so you leave feeling lighter, calmer, and completely renewed. Gretchen blends clinical expertise with a deeply relaxing experience, offering customized sessions tailored to your body’s needs. ✨ Therapeutic Massage – Neuromuscular techniques, myofascial release, stretching, and trigger point therapy to relieve tension and restore mobility. ✨ Relaxation Massage – A calming, restorative experience incorporating Cranial Sacral Unwinding to soothe the nervous system. ✨ Deep Tissue Massage – For those who prefer deeper pressure while still maintaining a thoughtful, therapeutic approach. Gretchen believes massage should be both healing and restorative, and every session is customized through open communication between client and practitioner. Come experience the difference of truly personalized bodywork.

Jo Marie Friend

Katelyn Dougherty

With having 8 years of experience in the beauty industry, I’m passionate about helping my clients feel confident, radiant, and uniquely themselves. I specialize in creating effortless, lived-in looks that grow out beautifully, including blonding, highlights, and rich, dimensional brunettes. I also love bringing creativity to life through vivid color transformations and adding a touch of magic with fairy hair. Whether you’re looking for something natural and low-maintenance or bold and expressive, my goal is to customize every service to fit your style, personality, and lifestyle.

Kylie Johnson

Hi I’m Kylie! A stylist with a passion for creating beautiful hair that makes my clients feel confident and refreshed. I specialize in styling, blowouts, maintaining hair health, and all things blonde. Born and raised under the Florida sun, I’ve always loved the beachy, effortless vibe and that inspires my artistry. When I’m not behind the chair living out my dream job, you can usually find me outdoors - fishing, surfing, or spending time with my chickens. Whether you’re looking for a fresh new style, a healthy hair transformation, or your perfect shade of blonde, I’d love to have you in my chair and help you feel your best!

Sophia Loren Kinsey

I am Seattle based Colorist with a passion for curls. I strive to keep you locks healthy and shiny.

Zena Simon