Today we’d like to introduce you to Brandi Crotty.
Hi Brandi, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
Brandi Crotty is a luxury hair colorist and extension expert redefining what “low-maintenance” hair really looks like. Based in Excelsior, Minnesota, she specializes in lived-in blonding, dimensional color, and seamless, damage-conscious extensions designed to grow out beautifully and fit real life.
A regional educator with Peace Hair Co., Brandi combines advanced training with a detail-obsessed approach to customization; delivering transformations that feel as effortless as they look. Her work is rooted in one core belief: great hair should enhance your confidence, not complicate your routine.
From subtle enhancements to full transformations, Brandi has become the go-to stylist for women who want elevated, natural-looking results without sacrificing hair health or longevity.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Every time I’ve changed salons or taken time away; whether for maternity leave or major life transitions; I’ve had to rebuild parts of my clientele from the ground up. That’s the reality of working independently in this industry, and it’s not easy.
What’s made the difference is the strength of the relationships I’ve built. I’ve had clients follow me through multiple moves and life changes, and that kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident; it comes from consistency, trust, and delivering results that truly fit their lifestyle.
Those challenges pushed me to be more intentional about how I build my business, and ultimately shaped the level of service and connection I’m known for today.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I create hair that looks expensive; but lives easy. I specialize in lived-in color and seamless extensions that blend flawlessly and grow out without harsh lines or high maintenance.
I’m known for being detail-obsessed and highly customized in my approach, which has helped me build a loyal, long-term clientele. What sets me apart is that I don’t just create beautiful hair; I create results that actually make sense for my clients’ everyday lives.
We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
Most people think risk is about taking big leaps, but in my experience, the bigger risk is staying in the same place for too long.
As an independent stylist, I’ve had to take calculated risks; moving salons, rebuilding my clientele, raising my prices, and narrowing my focus. Each of those decisions came with uncertainty, but they also created growth.
I’ve learned that risk isn’t about being fearless; it’s about being willing to choose long-term alignment over short-term comfort.
Pricing:
- Signature Color: $265
- Long Haircut; $80
- Short Haircut: $65
- Maintenance Color: $175
- Extensions: per consultation
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.brandicrottyhair.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandicrottyhair
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandicrottyhair
- Other: https://www.pinterest.com/brandicrottyhair
