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The Upper Hand

Voted Houston's Best Hair Salons

Michelle Vance Houston Hair Stylist

Michelle Vance

Michelle Vance works as a Houston hair stylist at The Upper Hand’s River Oak’s location.  Michelle is amazing at all things hair, but specializes in blending and balayage.

Born and raised in Houston, Michelle graduated from Paul Mitchell in 2015 and went straight into the hair industry. She has worked in the industry for a total of three years, and has been a certified stylist for two and a half years. Michelle is a Goldwell Master Colorist as well as a trained KMS IQ Cutter. She loves to see a client happy and smiling after she finishes a haircut or style, citing this as “the greatest feeling in the world.”

Michelle loves the diversity of Houston and the amazing food scene, as the city is known nationwide for both. Her favorite restaurants are Osaka for sushi and Sullivan’s Steakhouse for…well, its namesake.

If Michelle could work on any celebrity’s hair, she would choose Taylor Swift because she’s “obsessed,” with her look, her personality, and “well, everything,” about her! She’d love the chance to meet Swift one day.

Outside of work, Michelle spends the bulk of her free time painting. She is an animal-lover and has a lot of pets, all of whom she enjoys taking care of. Her dream is to someday open up a No-Kill Shelter in Houston. Lately, Michelle has been getting into photography and practices by capturing photos of her friends. All-in-all, Michelle is an artistic soul.

Great hair, happy vibes—-straight from our clients✨💇‍♀️✨dm me for your appt#tuhmemhair #getupperhanded #houstonbeauty #houstonhairstylist #hairstylist #beauty #oribe #behindthechair_com #houstonbeautysalon #hair

Sep 17

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Great hair, happy vibes—-straight from our clients✨💇‍♀️✨dm me for your appt#tuhmemhair #getupperhanded #houstonbeauty #houstonhairstylist #hairstylist #beauty #oribe #behindthechair_com #houstonbeautysalon #hair

Full head k-tip install! Wavy to match her texture, and custom color matched/ blended shades to give her dimension.
I’ve been so busy with extension clients and I’m so thankful for yall! Ktips are a great option for those who want something more comfortable and mobile than a weft, something I’m seeing people want more and more in my chair.

Book with me at theupperhandriveroaks
#theupperhandsalon #theupperhandriveroaks #getupperhanded #tuhrohair #houstonextensions #houstonhairstylist #extensions #ktips #keratintips

Sep 17

Open
Full head k-tip install! Wavy to match her texture, and custom color matched/ blended shades to give her dimension.
I’ve been so busy with extension clients and I’m so thankful for yall! Ktips are a great option for those who want something more comfortable and mobile than a weft, something I’m seeing people want more and more in my chair.

Book with me at theupperhandriveroaks
#theupperhandsalon #theupperhandriveroaks #getupperhanded #tuhrohair #houstonextensions #houstonhairstylist #extensions #ktips #keratintips

The experience may be over but the memories and new relationships will last a lifetime…I don’t even know where to start with all of the amazing content I’ve collected from the last few days but we will start with this! So grateful for all of the new and existing friendships forged in Milan! Thank you @goldwellus and @goldwell.global for an incredible opportunity and experience 🙏🏻🫶🏻🏆🌎❤️
#getupperhanded #tuhrohair #theupperhandriveroaks #goldwellapprovedus #theupperhandsalon #riveroakshairstylist #tuhmemhair #oribeobsessed #houstonbalayage #hairbrained

Sep 17

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The experience may be over but the memories and new relationships will last a lifetime…I don’t even know where to start with all of the amazing content I’ve collected from the last few days but we will start with this! So grateful for all of the new and existing friendships forged in Milan! Thank you @goldwellus and @goldwell.global for an incredible opportunity and experience 🙏🏻🫶🏻🏆🌎❤️
#getupperhanded #tuhrohair #theupperhandriveroaks #goldwellapprovedus #theupperhandsalon #riveroakshairstylist #tuhmemhair #oribeobsessed #houstonbalayage #hairbrained

Soft warm beige is everything this season 🤎
No bleach used to achieve this look.
Also did a blunt bob haircut for fresh, thicker and healthier looking ends 🤌😍
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#houstonblondespecialist #houstonhairstylist #highliftblonde #tuhrohair #getupperhanded #upperhandsalon

Sep 17

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Soft warm beige is everything this season 🤎
No bleach used to achieve this look.
Also did a blunt bob haircut for fresh, thicker and healthier looking ends 🤌😍
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#houstonblondespecialist #houstonhairstylist #highliftblonde #tuhrohair #getupperhanded #upperhandsalon

Bob fix

#upperhandmemorial #upperhandsalon #getupperhanded #theupperhandsalon #tuhmem #houstonhair #houstonhairstylist #houstonstylist #bobhaircut

May 9

Open
Bob fix 

#upperhandmemorial #upperhandsalon #getupperhanded #theupperhandsalon  #tuhmem #houstonhair #houstonhairstylist #houstonstylist #bobhaircut

Lucidame® Hair Factory
👍 Trustworthy Supplier: With over 30 years of industry experience, our factory has been a reliable partner for numerous renowned hair brands. Our professional team possesses the expertise to assist you in establishing a solid and stable brand.
💯 Superior Quality: We exclusively offer 100% cuticle-intact human hair, presenting you with the finest quality 12A hair extensions that are second to none!
💰 Most Competitive Price: Benefit from our factory-direct sales model, eliminating middlemen and ensuring you get the best wholesale prices.
⚡ Swift Delivery: Boasting large inventories readily available, we ship your orders immediately. Expect to receive your purchases within just 2 - 3 days via FedEx and DHL✈.
Would you like to place a sample order to evaluate our quality? Please don‘t hesitate to contact me if you have any needs.
#geniuswefts #handtiedextensions #clipinhair #tapeinhair #handtiedwefts #balayage #lucidamehair
#belezanatural #licensedtocreate #houstontx #beachyblondes #hendersonvillenc
#extension #imallaboutdahair #nashvillesalon #microlinkswithmia #texashairsalon
#outfitoftheday #redkenready #texashair #hairpost #scottsdale
#hairsalontoronto #getupperhanded #rochesterblondespecialist #customization #custominstall

Mar 4

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Lucidame® Hair Factory
👍 Trustworthy Supplier: With over 30 years of industry experience, our factory has been a reliable partner for numerous renowned hair brands. Our professional team possesses the expertise to assist you in establishing a solid and stable brand.
💯 Superior Quality: We exclusively offer 100% cuticle-intact human hair, presenting you with the finest quality 12A hair extensions that are second to none!
💰 Most Competitive Price: Benefit from our factory-direct sales model, eliminating middlemen and ensuring you get the best wholesale prices.
⚡ Swift Delivery: Boasting large inventories readily available, we ship your orders immediately. Expect to receive your purchases within just 2 - 3 days via FedEx and DHL✈.
Would you like to place a sample order to evaluate our quality? Please don‘t hesitate to contact me if you have any needs.
#geniuswefts #handtiedextensions #clipinhair #tapeinhair #handtiedwefts #balayage #lucidamehair
#belezanatural #licensedtocreate #houstontx #beachyblondes #hendersonvillenc
#extension #imallaboutdahair #nashvillesalon #microlinkswithmia #texashairsalon
#outfitoftheday #redkenready #texashair #hairpost #scottsdale
#hairsalontoronto #getupperhanded #rochesterblondespecialist #customization #custominstall

For a tailored haircut in Houston, TX book an appointment with _taylorchaser_

All haircuts and photos by _taylorchaser_

Message to book an appointment!

#houstonbarber
#houstonbarbershop

#tuhrohair
#getupperhanded

Jan 29

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For a tailored haircut in Houston, TX book an appointment with _taylorchaser_ 

All haircuts and photos by _taylorchaser_ 

Message to book an appointment!

#houstonbarber 
#houstonbarbershop 

#tuhrohair
#getupperhanded

Fresh blonde never hurt anyone!
Got to blonde this babe and she’s ready for Spring now!

#hairbycherisestevens
#getupperhanded
#blondehighlights
#blondemeschwarzkopf
#redkenshadeseq

Apr 13

Open
Fresh blonde never hurt anyone! 
Got to blonde this babe and she’s ready for Spring now! 

#hairbycherisestevens 
#getupperhanded 
#blondehighlights 
#blondemeschwarzkopf 
#redkenshadeseq

Used curly cutting techniques to taper down Kassi’s lovely curls into a more elongated shape so they will grow out without a lot of bulk at the top and she will have several months and several inches before she needs a cut again!
Book with me at theupperhandriveroaks
#theupperhandsalon #theupperhandriveroaks #getupperhanded #tuhrohair
#zoedoesyourhair #uniquehair #alternativehair #creativehairspecialist#creativityneverstops
#houstonhealthyhair#Houstonhairstylist #houstonhaircut #houstonuniquehair #houstonhaircutspecialist #houstonhairartist #houstonhairspecialist #houstonhaircolor #houstonhaircolorspecialist #montrosesalon #montrosehair#houstonalternativehair

Apr 15

Open
Used curly cutting techniques to taper down Kassi’s lovely curls into a more elongated shape so they will grow out without a lot of bulk at the top and she will have several months and several inches before she needs a cut again! 
Book with me at theupperhandriveroaks
#theupperhandsalon #theupperhandriveroaks #getupperhanded #tuhrohair 
#zoedoesyourhair #uniquehair #alternativehair #creativehairspecialist#creativityneverstops 
#houstonhealthyhair#Houstonhairstylist #houstonhaircut #houstonuniquehair #houstonhaircutspecialist #houstonhairartist #houstonhairspecialist #houstonhaircolor #houstonhaircolorspecialist #montrosesalon #montrosehair#houstonalternativehair

Life’s too short to have boring hair, ChatGPT said “redheads do it better”

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #redhair #redhead #fieryred #vibrantredhair

Apr 16

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Life’s too short to have boring hair, ChatGPT said “redheads do it better”

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #redhair #redhead #fieryred #vibrantredhair

Big color transformations can be intimidating! You have options. Let the extension do all the work!

✨ Damage free color service
✨ Instant results
✨ Less time in the salon chair
✨ Works with long and short hair clients
✨ Endless color color combinations for custom results
✨ Longer hair, fuller hair OR both

Book a FREE one on one consultation with me to discuss if this service is right for you! call the salon and ask for an “Extension Consultation with Hannah"
713-520-0772

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #hairextentionshouston #hairtransformation #colortransformation #houstonnbr #houstontapeins #houstonextentions

Apr 19

Open
Big color transformations can be intimidating! You have options. Let the extension do all the work! 

✨ Damage free color service
✨ Instant results
✨ Less time in the salon chair
✨ Works with long and short hair clients
✨ Endless color color combinations for custom results
✨ Longer hair, fuller hair OR both

Book a FREE one on one consultation with me to discuss if this service is right for you! call the salon and ask for an “Extension Consultation with Hannah"
713-520-0772

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #hairextentionshouston #hairtransformation #colortransformation #houstonnbr #houstontapeins #houstonextentions

For our ’Genius Wefts‘ inventory:
18’‘ 120g/pack(8wefts*12’‘width,each weft 15g)
20’‘ 120g/pack(8wefts*12’‘width,each weft 15g)
22’‘ 120g/pack(6wefts*12’‘width,each weft 20g)

For our ’Machine Wefts‘ inventory:
18’‘ 100g/pack
22’‘ 100g/pack

For our ’Tape in Hair‘ inventory:
18’‘ 100g/pack(40pieces)
22’‘ 100g/pack (40pieces)

For our ’Flat/K Tips‘ inventory:
18’‘ 100g/pack(1g/strand,100strands)
22’‘ 100g/pack (1g/strand,100strands)

Inventory hair can ship immediately~2-3working days for delivery~
#geniuswefts #handtiedextensions #clipinhair #tapeinhair #handtiedwefts #balayage #lucidamehair
#scrantonpa #invisiblebeadextensionmassachusetts #hairextensionsuk #combline #prescotthairsalon
#ie #getupperhanded #centralillinoishairstylist #newportstylist #newporthair
#homesalon #tapeinextensions #followforfollowback #vancouverhairsalon #pittsfordny
#highcontrastbalayage #action #sdstylist #followforfollow #tampahairextensions

Aug 13

Open
For our ’Genius Wefts‘ inventory:
18’‘ 120g/pack(8wefts*12’‘width,each weft 15g)
20’‘ 120g/pack(8wefts*12’‘width,each weft 15g)
22’‘ 120g/pack(6wefts*12’‘width,each weft 20g)

For our ’Machine Wefts‘ inventory:
18’‘ 100g/pack
22’‘ 100g/pack

For our ’Tape in Hair‘ inventory:
18’‘ 100g/pack(40pieces)
22’‘ 100g/pack (40pieces)

For our ’Flat/K Tips‘ inventory:
18’‘ 100g/pack(1g/strand,100strands)
22’‘ 100g/pack (1g/strand,100strands)

Inventory hair can ship immediately~2-3working days for delivery~
#geniuswefts #handtiedextensions #clipinhair #tapeinhair #handtiedwefts #balayage #lucidamehair
#scrantonpa #invisiblebeadextensionmassachusetts #hairextensionsuk #combline #prescotthairsalon
#ie #getupperhanded #centralillinoishairstylist #newportstylist #newporthair
#homesalon #tapeinextensions #followforfollowback #vancouverhairsalon #pittsfordny
#highcontrastbalayage #action #sdstylist #followforfollow #tampahairextensions

A little mother/daughter hair inspo for #mothersday 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 Wishing all of the mothers out there an amazing day of love, beauty and adoration 🙌🏻🫶🏻❤️🧡 Mothers make the world go round 😎🙏🏻
#tuhmemhair #tuhrohair #getupperhanded #theupperhandriveroaks #theupperhandmemorial #studiohairextensionshouston

May 11

Open
A little mother/daughter hair inspo for #mothersday 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 Wishing all of the mothers out there an amazing day of love, beauty and adoration 🙌🏻🫶🏻❤️🧡 Mothers make the world go round 😎🙏🏻
#tuhmemhair #tuhrohair #getupperhanded #theupperhandriveroaks #theupperhandmemorial #studiohairextensionshouston

February 🥹💗
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#getupperhanded #tuhmemhair #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairspecials #houstonhairsalon #houstonhaircolorspecialist #houstonblondespecialist #houstonlivedincolor #houstonhaircuts

Mar 2

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February 🥹💗
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#getupperhanded #tuhmemhair #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairspecials #houstonhairsalon #houstonhaircolorspecialist #houstonblondespecialist #houstonlivedincolor #houstonhaircuts

New era unlocked 🔓✨
.slide over to check out how big this transformation was !
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#theupperhandriveroaks#getupperhanded#tuhro

Jan 29

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New era unlocked 🔓✨
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#theupperhandriveroaks#getupperhanded#tuhro

Calling all my spooky girls! ❤️‍🔥

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoingouston #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #braidlesssewin #beadedrowextentions #blackhair
#bellami #bellamihairpro #bellamiextensions #gogoldwell #goldwell #goldwellus #goldwellcolor #silkliftstrong #topchic #colorance #perm #permhair

Apr 23

Open
Calling all my spooky girls! ❤️‍🔥

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoingouston  #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #braidlesssewin #beadedrowextentions #blackhair 
#bellami #bellamihairpro #bellamiextensions #gogoldwell #goldwell #goldwellus #goldwellcolor #silkliftstrong #topchic #colorance #perm #permhair

You would never know these are extensions 🖤🩶🤍

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoingouston #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #braidlesssewin #beadedrowextentions #tapeinshouston
#bellami #bellamihairpro #bellamiextensions #gogoldwell #goldwell #goldwellus #goldwellcolor #silkliftstrong #topchic #colorance #perm #permhair

Apr 23

Open
You would never know these are extensions 🖤🩶🤍

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoingouston  #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #braidlesssewin #beadedrowextentions #tapeinshouston 
#bellami #bellamihairpro #bellamiextensions #gogoldwell #goldwell #goldwellus #goldwellcolor #silkliftstrong #topchic #colorance #perm #permhair

One hot momma!🔥 Go check theupperhandriveroaks and katiemaddoxclayton on greatdayhouston Monday!

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoingouston #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #braidlesssewin #beadedrowextentions #tapeinshouston
#bellami #bellamihairpro #bellamiextensions #bleachout #highlights #bleachretouch #alloverblonde #bleachplease #bleachmeout #blondespecialisthouston #blondespecialisthtx

Apr 24

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One hot momma!🔥 Go check theupperhandriveroaks and katiemaddoxclayton  on greatdayhouston Monday! 

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoingouston  #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #houstonhairextentions #hairextentionshtx #bellamihair #braidlesssewin #beadedrowextentions #tapeinshouston 
#bellami #bellamihairpro #bellamiextensions #bleachout #highlights #bleachretouch #alloverblonde #bleachplease #bleachmeout #blondespecialisthouston #blondespecialisthtx

Mary is just like me and constantly wants to change her hair, and i’m not mad at it!!!
Fun little color blocking project suits her so well❤️‍🔥

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoinhouston #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #brunettehaircolorist #ashybrownhair #colorblockinghair #brunettehairhtx #brunettehairhouston #edgyhair

Apr 25

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Mary is just like me and constantly wants to change her hair, and i’m not mad at it!!! 
Fun little color blocking project suits her so well❤️‍🔥

#tuhrohair #getupperhanded #houstonhairstylist #houstonhairsalon #htxhair #theupperhand #theupperhandsalon #whattodoinhouston  #houston #houstontx #houstonhairstylist #houstontexas #houstonhair #brunettehaircolorist #ashybrownhair #colorblockinghair #brunettehairhtx #brunettehairhouston #edgyhair

Gray Blending. Major transformation. I love her new look ❤️🔥🥰tell me what yall think?#tuhmemhair #getupperhanded #houstonbeauty #houstonhairstylist #hairstylist #beauty #oribe #behindthechair_com #houstonbeautysalon #hair

Aug 13

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Gray Blending. Major transformation.  I love her new look ❤️🔥🥰tell me what yall think?#tuhmemhair #getupperhanded #houstonbeauty #houstonhairstylist #hairstylist #beauty #oribe #behindthechair_com #houstonbeautysalon #hair
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Upper Hand operates two award winning Houston hair salons. Our salons are nationally recognized and have been featured on television more than 150 times. In addition, The Upper Hand hair salons have been named one of Elle Magazines Top 100 Salons five times. We specialize in all types of hair services including cuts, balayage, hair extensions and keratin treatments.

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