Staff
Carole Pitale - Stylist
Carole is a master stylist and became the proud owner of Creations Hair Boutique in 2008. She has been a stylist for 20 years and has been at Creations since 1996 under previous owner, April Lassor. The beauty industry has always fascinated Carole and she loves the fact itʼs always changing. Her education consists of nails (creative acrylic nails, gel nails, wraps, and backscratcher), hair, and soon makeup. She no longer does nails; hair is where her passion lies, and she is continually educating herself. Her hair education comprises of Compass Cutting by Redken, Carving Class and cutting and color techniques by Paul Mitchell, the Redken Exchange advance color, cut, and styling on 5th Ave. New York, Redken Symposium, Las Vegas, Chromatics, Schwartzkopf, Unite advanced 3-day class color, cut and style in New York City, Nick Orrojo razor cutting, Martin Parsons updos, and Mekka Systems way of cutting. The International Beauty Convention held in NYC is a must to go to; it is a place where latest styles, tools, products, etc. are seen. Caroleʼs education has taught her how to be creative in her own unique way of haircutting and color placement. She has certification in Coppala, Brazilian Blowout, and Lasio Keratin Smoothing Treatments, and Hair Treats Hair Extensions. Carole is available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Carole feels so fortunate to have an amazing team to lead. Stylists in her salon are talented and professional. Creations’ teamʼs top priority is pleasing the client. Carole trains her apprentice on Mondays where a discount is given to the clients. It is a great way for the apprentice to learn and gives an opportunity to the clients.
Lisa Bangert - Assistant/Manager
Lisa has been with Creations for twelve years. She is the dependable assistant, receptionist, places orders for supplies, go to person, and she has been a licensed stylist for 23 years. Although she is not behind the chair, she keeps all the stylists in line. Without her, salon would not be able to run smoothly. She is a great asset to Creations.
Rose Dunning - Stylist
Rose was reunited with the Creations artistic team in 2009, bringing 23 years salon experience with advanced education by companies such as Aveda, Unite, Redken, Schwartzkopf including Blondme by Schwartzkopf, Goldwell, Brazilian Blowout and Lasio Keratin Smoothing Systems, Mekka Systems, and continues to go to International Beauty Convention. Rose also participated in advance training by renowned experts such as Nick Arrojo of What Not to Wear, Roy Peters, expert colorist for Redken and Martin Parsons on creative up-doʼs and many more. Rose specializes in custom cuts and color, hair straightening, hair waving and creative styles for including children and men.
Rose is a N.J. Board Certified of Cosmetology. She has her Associates degree in Liberal studies from ACCC and has taken educational classes at Rowan University. She loves to learn from those she works with and by participating in cutting-edge workshops. There is always something new and exciting to learn. Rose is available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Hollie Smith - Stylist
Hollie Fulk was born and raised in Cape May County, NJ where she graduated from Lower Cape May Regional High School in 2002. After having several unfulfilling jobs, she had the opportunity to go to school for cosmetology, which she’s had a interest in since she was a teenager. She graduated from cosmetology school in 2010 while receiving the Distinguished Scholar award. She joined the Creations Hair Boutique staff in April of 2010.
Hollie has had one on one training with Carole (owner and master hairstylist) and has received specialized training in Schwarzkopf color and Blondme by Schwarzkopf and Redken color, foiling techniques, Ombre techniques, styling methods, cutting techniques, Hair Treats extensions, and Mekka system way of cutting. She attends The New York International Beauty Shows, and Unite education classes. She is certified in Brazilian Blowout and Lasio Keratin Smoothing Treatments. Hollie is available Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Priscillia Cruz - Stylist
Priscilla Cruz has been a hairstylist since 1996. She feels so privileged and enjoys every minute of being a part of her clients’ everyday lives. Priscilla knows how important it is to keep up with the latest trends in the beauty industry and therefore attends, on a consistent basis, the New York International Hair Conventions. She has also taken classes for makeup application, haircutting and coloring techniques. She has been to Las Vegas in 2004 for the Redken Symposium. She continually educates herself in order to keep up with the demands of her clients. Priscilla is certified in upstyling with Artecj, Brazilian Keratin Smoothing System, and specializes in ethnic hair. Priscilla is bilingual, secondary language Spanish. Priscilla is available Wednesdays, Thursdays, Tridays, and Saturdays.
Madison Hansen - Stylist
Madison has been a licensed hair stylist since 2012 when she graduated from Cape May County technical high school. While in high school she completed the cosmetology program. She loves staying up on all of the newest trends and techniques that hair styling has to offer. Madison has been with the creations team since 2014. She enjoys all aspects of doing hair from cutting and styling to color, and formal updos as well as keratin treatments, her specialty is Balayage. She has attended multiple color classes and has visited the International Beauty Show.
Trina Forcinito - Stylist
Trina has been a dedicated member of the Creations team since 2022, boasting an impressive 18 years of experience working behind the chair. Over the years, she has honed her skills in a variety of color and texturizing systems, as well as mastering various cutting techniques. With a deep passion for her craft, Trina is driven to deliver top-notch hair services to her clients. Having previously owned her own salon, she understands the dedication and hard work required in the profession, and feels fortunate to be able to work her magic and transform her clients’ hair. Specializing in highlights, color, color corrections, and both men and women’s cuts, Trina is a versatile and talented stylist who is dedicated to helping her clients look and feel their best.