The Left Brain Group

The Left Brain Group is an exceptionally unique agency created out of a need to provide independent A new kind of agency, a new kind of support.

We proudly represent a roster of passionate and talented artists who are experts in their own field and are dedicated to providing the beauty industry with customized education, realistic distribution and salon support. We specialize in beauty brands for the modern professional.

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📢 The 2025 Left Brain Group Education Calendar is LIVE!
Get ready to level up your skills and connect with the best indie educators in the game. We’re bringing you transformative workshops, hands-on learning, masterclasses and the kind of inspiration that keeps you ahead of the curve — all year long.

🔥 Spots are already filling up fast — if you’re thinking about it, now’s the time to lock in your space!

👇🏻Comment LBG2025 and we will send you the link to register for class.

And if you want us on YOUR calendar, let’s make it happen. Set up an education consultation with us and get the ball rolling. Visit the link in bio.

Don’t miss out. Be part of the indie artist evolution. 🖤

#2025

09/27/2024

✨ Calling all hair artists! ✨ Scalp care is FINALLY having its moment, and we’re here for it.

🧖‍♀️🪄 Join us in Denver on November 11th for first-ever Beginner Scalp Alchemy Workshop, and discover the secrets to transforming your clients’ scalp health! Hosted by

Lori is bringing her magic and deep knowledge to the chair, teaching you the fundamentals of scalp care that go way beyond the surface. This interactive and hands-on workshop will boost your confidence when it comes to scalp care allowing you to add bespoke services to your business.

👇🏻Comment “ALCHEMY” and we will send you the link to register for class.

🔮✨ You will learn:
✨In an intimate and hands-on way

✨A comfortable and in-depth consultation where you will learn which questions to ask to understand how you can serve your clients scalp

✨To understanding how to scope a scalp

✨How to provide a professional examination and what to look out for

✨To simplify a scalp facial into applicable rituals for scalp conditions or hair loss

✨How to customize these rituals for a bespoke salon service in your salon

Limited spots are available—reserve yours now on our Event Calendar. Link in bio.

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Our October lineup is all about bringing you the most current, modern and approachable workshops to keep you dialed in to your work behind the chair. Learn from your favorite indie educator in a city near you!

✨ Oct 6th: Next LVL Hair Painting with
📍Sacramento, CA Hosted by
Master advanced techniques to create stunning, high impact blondes with a focus on blending and sectioning.

✨ Oct 14th: Bobs & Short Cuts with
📍Birmingham, AL Hosted by
Explore the ins and outs of bobs and shorter shapes. Learn current texturizing, weight removal, and finishing techniques.

✨ Oct 21: Of the Moment with , Founder of
📍North Haven, CT Hosted by
An inspiring creative cutting workshop showcasing a variety of disciplines, and techniques.

✨Oct 22: Reverie: Founder’s Night with
📍Baltimore, MD Hosted by
A night of storytelling, thought provoking conversation and creative cutting and styling.

✨ Oct 28: CURLSUNLOCKED with
📍Dallas, TX Hosted by
Reinforce your textured hair toolbox with a reachable and teachable approach to strengthen your precision foundation and help gain confidence and consistency with your clients.

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today!

🔗Visit our Event Calendar in link in bio for more information and to secure your spot in these exciting workshops.

09/20/2024

Take your time, and let your cash flow!

TODAY 9/20 is the last day to take advantage Bayou St. Blonde 6-Month Payment Plans! Have the most time to pay, without paying more!

Comment BAYOU and we will dm you the link to secure your spot and lock in your 6-Month Payment Plan.

Bayou St. Blonde: March 16-18, 2025 in New Orleans will be a celebration of the Indie Artist Evolution boasting 30+ Artists, 3 Days 1 City.

There will be Hair, lots of hair!
⚜️Demos galore
⚜️Powerful panels
⚜️Queers for the Crown Hair Ball
⚜️VIP Supper Club Experience
⚜️The Wellness Network
⚜️BSB Boss Brunch
⚜️Limited Edition Merch
⚜️Swag
⚜️The most incredible community ever
⚜️Of course some surprises in store!

Be YOU at Bayou.

🔗 Visit the link in bio to purchase your tickets today and have more time to pay!

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Introducing our NEW artist, 🤩

Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, Lori Huitron, a proud Native American/Latin heritage Scalp Care Specialist, has dedicated her life to the art and science of Crown Care 👑

Starting her professional hairstyling career at 18, Lori’s expertise grew from behind the chair, where she spent years perfecting the art of scalp care facials. Her unique approach blends raw herbs and botanicals with high-performance products, creating transformative experiences for her clients ✨

Lori has developed her signature Beginner Scalp Alchemy course, a hands-on training designed to empower fellow professionals with the skills and confidence needed to offer effective scalp facials!

Want Lori in your salon? 🔗 Book an Education Consultation with us through the link in our bio to discuss hosting a workshop.

09/01/2024

Help us celebrate LBG Founder ’ birthday week with a SALE 🥳🎊🎉

September 1st - 8th claim 10% off Bayou St. Blonde with code VIRGOSZN at checkout ♍️

👇 Comment VIRGOSZN and we will dm you the link to purchase.

Want more time to pay? We’ve got you covered. 6-month payment plans now available through September 20th! Don’t miss out on your chance to SAVE and CELEBRATE with us!

🔗 Visit our link in bio to reserve your ticket to the hair experience of 2025.
30+ Artists, 3 Days, 1 City - Bayou St. Blonde March 16-18th, 2025 in New Orleans.

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Need a curl defining gel, volumizing blowout gel, or a product to hold that wet look? Introducing Hymn Hair Gel! Where botanical brilliance meets multi-functional haircare.

’s clean formula is meticulously crafted with the finest skincare ingredients to nourish and protect delicate strands while holding any style.

Visit the link in our bio to schedule a product consult to join the botanical revolution.

08/28/2024

Join LBG Founder and Founder of for an IG live!

Tune in on August 28th at 12pm CST.

We will be discussing all things NEW including:
HYMN, Reverie’s Hair Gel
The Guillotine
Of the Moment Workshops

We can’t wait to share this NEWS and answer any questions!

08/27/2024

Take your hair painting artistry to the next level with at .

You don’t want to miss Chelsea Caruso’s expert training in placement, saturation, toning, current trends, and more during this look & learn demo workshop.

Only a handful of tickets remaining ✨

Visit our Event Calendar in the link in bio to reserve your space.

📍 Greenville, SC
🗓️ September 23rd, 2024

08/26/2024

Do you want to have a more positive relationship with beauty? Join for Embeautyment Essentials, an interactive workshop showcasing an holistic approach to beauty, health and wellbeing.

Students will leave with:

🧘‍♀️ A new consultation framework that sets the tone for an elevated mind, body, and spirit beauty experience
🧘 A shampoo bowl technique to help your clients relax and increase their well-being
🧘‍♂️ An end of the day ritual to help you recharge and clear any energy that isn’t serving you

Hosted by

Visit our Event Calendar in the link in bio to reserve your space.

📍 New York, NY
🗓️ September 23rd, 2024

08/15/2024

Join as we explore the ins and outs of Bobs and shorter shapes.

With 2 live demos, learn current texturizing, weight removal, and finishing techniques. Gain new confidence in creating bespoke shapes for anyone in your chair.

Hosted by LBG Residency Host

📍 Keith Kristofer; 507 Pressler St., Suite 950, Austin, TX, 78703
🗓️ Sunday, September 15th, 2024
⏰ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CST

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Early bird pricing is extended through August 5th! You can still save $200 by purchasing today 🤩👏

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to celebrate the indie artist revolution. Snag your tickets for this unforgettable experience 🔥

07/31/2024

Early bird pricing ends TODAY! Save $200 if you buy a Bayou St. Blonde 2025 Early Bird ticket.

Comment “BAYOU” to receive a link to purchase tickets.

📍 New Orleans, LA
🗓️ March 16th - 18th, 2025
🎟️ General Admission, VIP, Early Bird, and Group Rate tickets available
💵 Plan ahead and SAVE - payment plans available

07/19/2024

Bayou St. Blonde 2025 Early Bird tickets are now available thru July 31st!

30+ Artists, 3 Days, 1 City - New Orleans!

This year’s theme is “Past. Present. Future.” and we are celebrating 10 years of The Left Brain Group!

Comment “BAYOU” to receive a link to purchase tickets.

📍 New Orleans, LA
🗓️ March 16th - 18th, 2025
🎟️ General Admission, VIP, Early Bird, and Group Rate tickets available
💵 Plan ahead and SAVE - payment plans available

07/15/2024

ALL-ACCESS LBG EDUCATION with the SEASON PASS!

What is the Season Pass?

The Season Pass gives you ALL ACCESS to a year of LBG education right in your backyard. Perfect for those looking to hone their skills, connect with industry leaders, and build a strong community.

Season Pass Perks for Salons
✨ Match the right education to the right stylist
✨ Technical + Leadership Training
✨ Build community within your region with exclusive events
✨ Save time and money on travel and scheduling

The Season Pass is available in select markets:
📍Dallas/Austin
📍Birmingham/Nashville
📍Southeast (GA/SC)

Want to know if the Season Pass is right for you?

💥💥💥Comment SEASON PASS and we will send you a link for a FREE 30 minute call to get the 411, view the schedule of classes, ask questions and more!💥💥💥

Join us in revolutionizing your education and growing your career.

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Calling Pacific Northwest hairstylists!

CURLSUNLOCKED with is coming to YOU!

🗓️ Date: July 29th
📍Location: Seattle, WA
Hosted by

Don’t miss out on this signature cutting workshop by Mahaila Penson bringing high level shapes to highly textured hair. This foundational workshop is a must-have, designed to bring precision cutting to the curly world. Gain confidence with all textures in your chair through this incredible workshop.

🎟️ Tickets: Visit our Event Calendar in link in bio.

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Tomorrow is the day! Mark your calendars for July 4th and celebrate the indie artist revolution at Bayou St. Blonde March 16-18 in New Orleans.

30+ Artists, 3 Days, 1 City - see you there!

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The countdown begins! Get ready for the drop of Bayou St. Blonde 2025 Early Bird Tickets, available in just 4 days.

This July 4th, join the celebration of independence by securing your spot at our iconic event in New Orleans, scheduled for March 16th - 18th.

Relive the magic of 2019 and decide – are you a good witch or a bad witch? Enjoy a nostalgic look back at the enchanting styles created by our amazing artists from that year.

Slide 3: Hair by
Slide 4: Hair by
Slide 5: Hair color by

Photos by

Get on the Bayou St. Blonde waitlist if you haven’t already to secure your ticket! Comment BAYOU to get on the list.



Are you a good witch or bad witch?

06/30/2024

The CURLSUNLOCKED approach by showcases that the success of the hairstyle lies in the cut itself.

Mahaila Penson’s workshop teaches you the art of dry cutting while utilizing precision foundations and sectioning.

With a strong foundation, your style will evolve seamlessly and intentionally throughout the process.

Discover how the right cut can transform the entire look, making the haircut the ultimate style statement.

❤️ July 29 in Seattle, WA hosted by

🔗 Reserve your space by visiting our Event Calendar in link in bio.

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🎉 5 days till Bayou St. Blonde 2025 Early Bird tickets drop on July 4th!🎉Comment BAYOU to sign up for the waitlist.

Our inaugural year 2017, our friend created custom poems for our attendees. It truly added a special touch to the experience. Cubs was also part of our virtual year in 2021 collaborating with on a poetry piece inspired by her talk on racial equity behind the chair. The final art piece was raffled off and the all the proceeds went to

Thank you Cubs for always sharing your art and prose with us.

Bayou St. Blonde March 16-18, 2025 New Orleans. Join us for an unforgettable experience 🫶🏻

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💥3 Tickets Left!!! 💥

Join on July 22nd in Sacramento, CA for Of The Moment, an inspiring creative cutting workshop.

2 live demos showcasing a variety of disciplines, techniques, tools with an emphasis on what’s happening now in art, music and fashion.

Hosted by

🔗 Visit our event calendar in link in bio to snag the last few tickets!

Slide 2: Hair by for AURA
Photo .klepac

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🔓CURLSUNLOCKED: The Signature Haircutting Technique by Mahaila Penson

Join Mahaila on July 29th in Seattle, WA for a CURLSUNLOCKED workshop, hosted by

Experience the magic of highly textured shapes for highly textured hair. 🌟✂️

Tickets are selling fast! Grab a friend and save. Don’t miss out on the incredible education and transformative techniques. The skills you need, the vibes you crave.

📍 Seattle, WA | 🗓️ July 29th | 🎟️ Event Calendar in link in bio to reserve your spot.

We love Mahaila’s new CURLSUNLOCKED logo, don’t you?

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🎉 8 Days until Bayou St. Blonde early bird tickets drop! 🎟️ Mark your calendars for July 4th and get ready to join us from March 16-18, 2025 in New Orleans and celebrate our 10 year anniversary 💥💥💥

Flashback to our inaugural year in 2017—here’s the original artwork created for our Swag Bags. The inspiration was LBG Founder emerging victorious from the swamp with all of her artists.

Comment BAYOU to get signed up for our waitlist if you haven’t already and be first to know when Early Bird Tickets Drop.

🔗Or Sign up for the Bayou St. Blonde waitlist in the link in bio.



Did you attend our very first Bayou in 2017?

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Mark your calendars ✨

Bayou St. Blonde 2025 Early Bird Tickets Drop July 4th.

Be part of the indie education revolution 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

30+ Artists, 3 Days, 1 City and the celebration of 10 years of The Left Brain Group! Join us in New Orleans March 16-18 for the ultimate hair-cation.

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🎉 10 DAYS UNTIL BAYOU ST. BLONDE 2025 EARLY BIRD TIX DROP! 🎉

Get ready, hair fam! We’re kicking off the countdown to the most epic event of the year: Bayou St. Blonde 2025, happening March 16-18 in New Orleans. Tickets drop on Independence Day, July 4th, celebrating the indie education evolution revolution! ✨

For the next 10 days, we’re taking a trip down memory lane, sharing our favorite moments from past Bayou events. Think epic transformations, unforgettable connections, and that electric NOLA vibe! 💇‍♀️⚡️🎷

🌈Memorable Moment No 10: BSB 2019
The theme: “Are You a Good Witch or a Bad Witch?”🧙‍♀️✨

We were inspired by the Free Your Hair Color demo by the amazing Attendees got hands-on, painting different wefts. Then, in a true spirit of collaboration, Roxie Jane and combined everyone’s wefts into a stunning hair pentagram art piece. On theme, on brand, and utterly magical—we love a good collaborative piece of art! 🎨💖

Stay tuned, reminisce with us, and get pumped for what’s to come! 🎟️✂️❤️

🔗Sign up for the Bayou St. Blonde waitlist in the link in bio to be first to snag a ticket.

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Our Story

Aryn is no stranger to the hair world. She began her career in the professional beauty industry in 2004 at Bumble and bumble in New York where she wore many hats, had many roles, lived on both coasts and supported hundreds of hairdressers across the country. One experience led her to the next including consulting positions with emerging brands like Hairstory and Prohairkit. Aryn kept her finger on the pulse and never lost sight of industry shifts and changes. In 2014, she moved to New Orleans with her husband Carlos Detres with ideas, spirit and the hunch that the independent hair movement was ready to explode.

In 2015 this is what she knew to be true:


  • There were hairdressers doing amazing things; creating exceptional work, trainings, products and brands independently from the corporate manufacturers.

  • Salon owners had become increasingly disenchanted with the ways manufacturers and distributors were doing business.
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