Alycia Gillen

Meet Alycia

Alycia has been immersed in the beauty world for as long as she can remember — thanks to her older sister, a hairdresser, who set the tone early on. Growing up, she was the kid giving all her dolls haircuts, styling her friends for fun, and binge-watching YouTube tutorials like it was homework.

Though she first headed off to college thinking she might follow a more traditional path, it didn’t take long to realize that hair was more than a hobby — it was her calling. She made the switch, trusted her gut, and never looked back. Now with four years behind the chair, Alycia is thriving — doing what she loves most: helping people feel confident, beautiful, and totally themselves.

She brings sunshine wherever she goes. Always smiling, always upbeat, and always ready to connect, Alycia is one of those people who makes the room feel lighter just by being in it. Her approach to hair is the same: positive, fun, and full of energy. Whether she’s creating a fresh cut, a lived-in color moment, or styling someone for a big day, she’s laser-focused on how that client feels when they walk out the door.

And when she’s not behind the chair? Chances are, she’s in the air. With a father in the airline industry and a passport full of stamps, Alycia is a true jet-setter. Her Instagram looks like a travel mood board — and her global perspective fuses beautifully with her creative eye. She’s constantly spotting new styles and trends abroad and bringing that inspiration back to the salon floor — keeping her work fresh, informed, and ahead of the curve.

Since joining The Maven and The Muse, Alycia has quickly become an integral part of the team. She brings light, laughter, and a passion for the craft that reminds us all why we do what we do.