 OWNER, MASTER STYLISTRhon Friend is a celebrated hair stylist and beauty expert. For over 25 years, he has attracted a following with unparalleled devotion. At Friends the Salon, Rhon and his team offer fresh looks, technique, and advice, receiving accolades from women of all backgrounds and lifestyles.
A native of Baltimore, Maryland, Rhon Friend, Owner and Master Stylist has over twenty-five years of experience in the industry. After graduating from Jewel's Beauty Academy at the top of his class in 1982, Rhon set out to develop a style uniquely his own and gained prominence in Baltimore and surrounding areas, even garnering an audience with Patti LaBelle for his "knock-off" hair do and super marketing.
Cultivating and continuing education are essential to Rhon’s philosophy as a salon owner. He has created, maintained, and manages an in-house education program. Working closely with his team on a daily basis, he encourages his staff to develop and refine their talents in order to achieve their professional best.
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 Abrahame Natale, father of Nevaeh and minister of the gospel, was born in Bronx, New York and migrated to York, Penesylvania wiith his mother and siblings at an early age. After graduating from high school, Abraham joined and completed four years of service in the U.S. Navy. In efforts to fulfill his life and find his purpose, he attended the Baltimore School of Massage where he graduated and received his professional massage therapist certification. The word massage was actually taken from the word messiah, meaning the laying on of hands, and healing, an experience Abraham enjoys providing his clients. Abraham believes there is no better feeling than healing those who are in discomfort. His goal is to help everyone who is in need and to bring the body into awareness of its potential to heal itself with a little support.
 My name is Damar Moore, from York, Pennsylvania. I've been a hair technician for over 10 years. I am ecstatic about my profession and am always looking for new styles, techniques, hair fads and fashions that leave clients speechless. Healthy hair is also very important to me so I am glad that at Friends, we use the finest products and treatments that bring hair to its fullest potential. Come see me at Friends the Salon on the corner of Philadelphia and Newberry and receive the ultimate hair pampering experience. You can call 717-852-7466 for an appointment or walk in. Don't forget, ask for Damar Moore!
 Stephanie Hankins, was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and is the daughter of George Hankins and the late Annette Hankins. Educated in the Baltimore City Public School District, she has also attended Baltimore City Community College and Sojourner Douglass College. Stephanie began her barber career in 1995 under the direction of Robert Webb (Celebrity Barbershop). Noteable clients include Baltimore Orioles' baseball players and a few on-air Fox reporters.
With more than 15 years' experience in the hair industry, she has done photo shoots with Derek Rutheledge and Ralph Mixum of Black Passion Magazine. A collaboration with Rhon Friend is an extension of their relationship which includes participating in numerous hair shows in both the Baltimore & Washington, DC areas. We welcome Stephanie to the Friends the Salon team. We wish her blessings as she pursues her dream to ultimately becoming an east and west coast barber in the near future.
 Hello my name is Ameerah (aka Marlene), and I am a talented, licensed nail technician now serving at Friends the Salon in York Pennsylvania. I provide professional, high quality hand and nail care services for clients, promoting maintenance and upkeep of natural nails. Eager and enthusiastic, I keep abreast of current manicure and pedicure techniques and styles.
We feature our Spa Manicure and Pedicure, which is a facial for the hands/feet! Our exfoliating crystals and mud pack smooth away dry skin while an ultra-moisturizing serum and paraffin treatment restore skin to its natural beauty. This is followed up by our signature manicure/pedicure. We also offer paraffin wax treatment, callous removal, and therapeutic hand and foot massage. Other services include Shellac nail color and Gel nail overlays. Spa packages are also available, AND we offer discounts for our Senior Citizens and Veterans.
 Sonya Anderson is one of the latest additions to the "Friends The
Salon" family. As a native of Harrisburg, PA, she has joined the Friends Movement representing the people of her own community in the Harrisburg branch. Sonya has practiced the art of cosmetology since the tender age of twelve and has never looked back. She enjoys working with a wide spectrum of hair types from natural to chemically processed hair. She gives a warm, loving and fun atmosphere to whomever she is servicing; any client of Sonya's will leave refreshed and affected by her positive outlook and energy.
 My name is the prominent Michael Dunbar, better known as the "Hair
Therapist". I am a very outgoing person and I love being around people. I am very in tune with fashion and all the latest trends and I love to assist with my intriguing ideas in this area. I am happily married to Toni Spruill-Dunbar, and God has blessed us with four beautiful children, Carlos, Kiara, Kylyn, and Kaedyn. I was born and raised in Harrisburg Pa, where there is a lot of unseen talent that is overlooked. Knowing that I have decided to fulfill my dreams, may give others the courage to fulfill their dreams. At a young age, God has placed an anointing on my hands, which started my journey on becoming a hair stylist. I realized that I had a gift that allowed me to enhance the beauty of people, while making them smile and feel good about themselves. While working as an assistant stylist at "Nappy Roots" hair salon in Steelton Pennsylvania, and my ongoing passion for hair inspired me to attend and graduate from Empire Beauty School. This has allowed me to excel in different areas of hair such as; color, cuts, styling, dread locks and weave sew ins. One of my expertises is styling and maintaining natural hair, in which I think natural is beautiful and unique. As I consume myself with the hair industry and working at Friends salon I know that I will be a wonderful addition to the already successful "Friends" family. I am determined to be the best I can be, I am open to learning all there is to learn and to offer my knowledge wherever it is needed. So come share a wonderful experience with me at "Friends the Salon".
Through God all things are POSSIBLE! "God is not through with me YET!"
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Our Stylists
A native of the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Sherry has been working with the public for most of her years and loves it. Sherry is generally the first person to greet you when you enter Friends and the first to expose you to its superior customer service. She shampoos and conditions the client's hair in preparation for the stylist. Sherry is also embarking on a career as a massage therapist to further develop her skills and to expand the services of Friends the Salon. Sherry has been declared by many to have "heavenly hands," and her shampoos dubbed as "the shampoo experience." Sherry loves and cherishes the amazing experience of making someone look and feel beautiful and looks forward to ushering you into an unforgettable shampoo experience.
Naretta Banks, known as Scootie to most and a mother of two, was born in Long Branch, New Jersey. She grew up in a large family and started doing hair at an early age. By the age of thirteen, she was doing hair around the neighborhood and enjoyed crafting her skills. Naretta received professional training from Empire Beauty School and has been a styling hair for nearly 14 years. She has mastered the art of exotic weaving, braiding, styling, and natural hair. Naretta believes the integrity of the hair is most important and her sole focus is the well-being of each individual client.
Neya Chance is a master stylist from York, Pennsylvania. Her career started at the celebrated "Empire Beauty School" located in her hometown of York, PA, where she graduated at the top of her class. Neya also sharpened her skills at one of the most prestigious salons in Atlanta, Georgia.
My name is Antwi Dixon known to must as " Rika". I am a mother of three and a native of Lancaster, PA. I began doing hair at an early age. I took other career ventures, but never seemed passionate at what I was doing. I decided to go to Empire Beauty School in 2007 to become a professional hairstylist. I graduated and returned to Empire Beauty School to recieve my teaching degree. Prior to joining Friends the salon I worked in a salon for a year. I love to be creative in what I do. I love to sew weaves, cornrow and cut and color. I enjoy learning new techniques. I am always open to learning new hair design and keeping up with the current trends. I want to keep my clients happy and returning. I wake- up in the morning ready and eager to please my clients. I look forward to seeing you at "Friends the Salon".
Danie is a self-motivated stylist from Harrisburg, PA and is one of
our newest stylists in the Friends The Salon family. He has built a wide Harrisburg community-based clientele since 2004 and it grows still, newer and greater in magnitude. He is adept in the arts of hair cutting, chemical application, color application, as well as hair weaves. You may find him "cutting-up" at our newest Friends The Salon location in Harrisburg, PA. When you visit Danie, please expect a new attitude with your new-do.
Harrisburg native Josh Ari Selvey is no stranger to creativity. An aspiring artist and performer, he has been flourishing on the artists' scene in midtown Harrisburg for the past several years. He has taken part in many creative events and projects in the area, honing his craft and making a transition to the professional creator's world. His value to the community and its people provokes a sense of gratitude and the desire to share his many gifts with the folks who gave so much unconditional love and support in his endeavors. Now, as a member of the Harrisburg location at Friends the salon as an assistant and creative director, he looks forward into the future.
