Sallie Ciganovich

As a child growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, Sallie Nicole set her goals high and didn't miss a beat in setting out to achieve them immediately after graduating from high school in 1994. She began her training later that year at Pivot Point International in Schaumburg, IL, which led to a job at one of the top salons in Chicago, where she trained as a colorist, with color still being one of her fortes, today. Then from one chilly city to another, in 1997 Sallie made a move to Boulder, CO to hone her precision cutting and styling skills then from there it was off to Los Angeles, to follow her heart in the art world. After she worked Rudy's Barbershop and fell into to being a barber, she got her break into Hollywood on the movie Wonderland and now is member of Hair and Makeup Union Local 706. In the eleven years she's been in Los Angeles, Sallie Nicole has built an impressive portfolio and resume, having worked on countless films and television shows, celebrity clientele, and currently holds the title of Hair Dept Head for the popular network shows, "So You Think You Can Dance" and "X Factor." She is also in the Web Series "In the Dressing with Cat Deeley" Showing you how to achieve some of Cats Look for SYTYCD. Sallie has worked with the Wella Artistic team and has received education from Bumble and Bumble and American Crew. Inspired by nature and architecture, Sallie Nicole considers herself a sculptor, creating beautiful modern looks and styles that move with texture. Her ability to collaborate with others to achieve a common vision, her strong work ethic and her unmatched talent have made her a stand-out amongst a sea of hairdressers in entertainment. Sallie Nicole looks forward to many more years in the industry she so loves.