Esther Faith // Owner & Stylist

Esther Faith is the owner of Salty. She grew up right here on the little strip of paradise we call Kitty Hawk. Esther received her training at Paul Mitchell the School Nashville, Tennessee. She became a hair stylist because she loves bringing out the best in people. What better way to do that than to enhance their natural beauty? She loves all things cosmetology, but especially enjoys balayage, blonding and cutting. As a born and raised beach babe, she draws her inspiration for Salty Hair from the ocean, her love of surfing and the laid back beach culture of the Banks. Now, a new mother to her daughter Emmy, she loves spending quality connection time with her sweet girl. She hopes that our bright and intimate space can be a day escape for our guests while feeling comfortable and right at home. 

Forest Davis // Owner & Barber

Forest is a barber and co-owner of Salty. He was born + raised on the Outer Banks. He is passionate about haircutting and loves merging modern styles with classic looks for a solid barbershop experience. He enjoys curating the Salty brand and encouraging the staff.  Esther and Forest work together well as a husband + wife team. Their first born, Emmy Grace arrived in 2023 and she is their little ray of sunshine. They both have so much passion for their little slice of homeland and they draw a lot of their inspiration, passion, and vision from the culture of the Outer Banks. Forest enjoys skateboarding and surfing when he is not cutting and styling in the shop.

Autumn Dough // Stylist

With five years behind the chair and 9 years in the industry, Autumn is passionate about creating hair that feels uniquely you. She believes the best hair experience starts with a thorough consultation and education during your appointment. She takes the time to truly understand your hair goals and gives tips on how to take care and style your new look.

She loves doing big transformations, curly cuts, shags, and vivid color. Whether you’re ready for a bold new look or want to embrace and enhance your natural texture! 

Caroline Haywood // Stylist

Caroline is a proud native of the Outer Banks, where her passion for the beach, fitness, and the beauty and fashion industry flourished. She graduated from the Cosmetology program at the College of the Albemarle in 2022. She enjoys doing blondes, lived-in color, and bridal hair and makeup, Caroline is dedicated to connecting with her clients and enhancing their confidence and beauty. She is enthusiastic about her future at Salty and excited to build her clientele!

Caris Faucette // Stylist

Caris, while she is a native of North Carolina, she is new to the Outer Banks! She studied cosmetology at Leon’s Beauty School in Greensboro NC and has been doing hair for 3 years now. She specialized in lived in color and balayage along with bridal styles. Her favorite part of being behind the chair is getting to make her clients feel special and forming relationships that last. She is excited to grow her clientele and have you sit in her chair!

Kristen Fowlkes // Stylist

Kristen moved to the Outer Banks, from Northern Virginia in 2022. While in cosmetology school, she apprenticed in color and graduated from an advanced cutting program at Elizabeth Arden Red Door in Reston, Virginia. She spent 15 years with Red Door as Hair Designer building her career. As a former salon owner herself, Kristen is thrilled to be back behind the chair. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, bridal and event styling is one of her specialties. She is known for her soft, precise cutting techniques and has a passion for working with Blondes and Brondies. Kristen is a proud mom to two sweet girls and a fur baby, balancing family life with her passion for making people feel beautiful.