Makailah Fuentes has transformed her passion for creativity into a thriving business with the opening of Maks Glamm at the Salon and Spa Galleria Weatherford in Weatherford, Texas. The salon, which began accepting appointments this month, offers a comprehensive suite of beauty services, from hair styling and coloring to lash extensions and nail enhancements. Fuentes, a licensed cosmetologist and certified lash artist, graduated from Cisco College in May 2025 and quickly moved to establish her own salon suite, marking a significant step in her career as an entrepreneur.
The launch of Maks Glamm underscores the growing popularity of suite-based salon models, where independent professionals can manage their own space without the overhead of a traditional salon. This approach allows stylists like Fuentes to focus on personalized client care while benefiting from the infrastructure and support provided by Salon and Spa Galleria. According to the company, its salon suite amenities include state-of-the-art equipment, free WiFi, smart TVs, and washbowls, along with 24-hour security and free parking. Such features are designed to create a safe, convenient environment for both tenants and clients, which is crucial for building a loyal customer base.
Fuentes offers a wide array of services, including shampoo, blowdry, haircut and style; color; full and partial highlights; balayage; toner; and root touchup. She also provides GelX nails and lash sets, as well as braiding services such as French and Dutch braids, with options for beads or charms. For special events, Fuentes has developed customized packages for birthday parties, bridal parties, and other celebrations, along with Kids Glamm Pamper Packages for ages 12 and under. To celebrate her grand opening, she is offering a month-long promotion in September: GelX Nails for $40 and lash sets for $80.
The salon's location in the Salon and Spa Galleria Weatherford places it in close proximity to major businesses and shopping areas, serving clients from Weatherford, Hudson Oaks, Willow Park, Brock, Aledo, Walsh Ranch, and Mineral Wells. This accessibility is a key factor in attracting a diverse clientele. Salon and Spa Galleria, with 23 locations in the United States, is one of the fastest-growing privately held salon studio leasing companies. Its salon studio for lease model provides competitive rates and flexible leasing terms, with salon stations starting at $75 per week, including water and electricity. This affordability enables beauty professionals to launch their businesses with lower financial risk, fostering entrepreneurship in the beauty industry.
For Fuentes, the venture is a natural progression. "I love being creative and making people feel beautiful and confident," she said. "This truly is a creative outlet for me." Her story reflects a broader trend of cosmetologists seeking independence and creative freedom through suite leasing. As the beauty industry continues to evolve, models like Salon and Spa Galleria's are likely to play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of professionals and the experiences of clients. With its range of services and strategic location, Maks Glamm is poised to become a local destination for beauty and self-care.
