About Sara Carden | Austin's Premier Hair Stylist | 20+ Years Experience

Meet Sara Carden

Over 20 years of passion, craft, and a whole lot of great hair.

Her Story

Sara Carden grew up in California surrounded by creativity. From a young age, she was drawn to the art of transformation, and that pull led her straight into the beauty industry more than two decades ago. What started as a love for making people feel good in the chair quickly became a career defined by relentless learning, high-level training, and a genuine connection with every client who sits down.

After years of working in some of the most demanding environments in the industry, from commercial sets and editorial shoots to music videos, fashion week runways, and red carpet events, Sara made the move to Texas. She now calls Austin home and works out of her private suite inside Marquise Salon Suites, located at 7010 W Highway 71, Suite 122, Austin, TX 78735. Her studio is a calm, one-on-one space where clients from Austin, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, and the surrounding Hill Country come for an experience that feels personal, unhurried, and completely focused on them.

Outside the salon, Sara is a proud mother of four and a passionate advocate for human trafficking victims. She brings the same energy and heart to her community work that she brings to every appointment.

Philosophy

Sara believes great hair starts with trust. She takes the time to listen, to understand how you live your life, and to build a style that actually works for you, not just in the mirror at the salon, but on a Tuesday morning when you're running out the door.

Her approach is rooted in precision cutting, especially straight-razor work, which allows her to create texture, movement, and shape that look effortless. She's not interested in trends that don't serve you. She's interested in finding what makes you feel like the best version of yourself and then making it easy to maintain.

Every appointment in her Austin studio is one-on-one. No double-booking, no distractions. Just you, Sara, and a conversation about your hair that actually goes somewhere.

Training and Credentials

Sara's resume reads like a masterclass in the craft. With over 20 years in the beauty industry and a full decade dedicated to education, she has trained with and alongside some of the most respected names in hair.

• ✓ Former Bumble and bumble Network Educator, training stylists across the country in cutting-edge technique
• ✓ Evo Pro Ambassador, representing one of the most respected professional hair care brands in the world
• ✓ Extensive experience in commercial, editorial, music video, fashion week, and red carpet styling
• ✓ Specialist in straight-razor cutting, a technique that demands precision and delivers incredible texture and movement
• ✓ Over 10 years spent educating other stylists, sharing technique and philosophy with the next generation of hair professionals

This combination of real-world, high-pressure experience and years of teaching gives Sara a depth of skill that clients notice immediately. Whether you're looking for a simple, clean cut or a complete transformation, you're in hands that have done it at the highest level.

Why Clients Choose Sara

People drive from all over the Austin area, from Bee Cave and Lakeway to Dripping Springs and across the Hill Country, to sit in Sara's chair. Here's why they keep coming back:

Undivided attention. Every appointment is private, one-on-one, and completely focused on you. Sara doesn't double-book or rush. Your time matters.

Real expertise. Two decades of experience across every corner of the industry means Sara has seen it all and can handle anything. Tricky texture, stubborn cowlicks, hair that never does what you want? She's got you.

Honesty you can trust. Sara will tell you what will work, what won't, and why. No upselling, no pressure, just straightforward guidance from someone who genuinely cares about your results.

A style that fits your life. She doesn't send you home with a look that only works with a blowout and three products. She builds cuts and styles that look great on day one and day five.

A warm, welcoming space. Her private suite inside Marquise Salon Suites on Highway 71 in Austin feels like a retreat, not a production line. It's calm, comfortable, and designed for real conversation.

The Products She Trusts: Evo Hair

Sara is intentional about the products she uses and recommends. She works exclusively with Evo Hair, a professional line that aligns with her values and delivers results her clients can see and feel.

Evo products are EU-certified, meaning they meet some of the strictest safety and ingredient standards in the world. They're also committed to sustainability, using responsible packaging and formulations that skip the unnecessary chemicals. No sulfates, no parabens, no nonsense.

For Sara, choosing Evo wasn't just about performance (though the performance is excellent). It was about using products she feels good putting on her clients' hair and recommending for use at home. When you leave her chair, you'll know exactly what to use and how to use it, because she only stands behind products she truly believes in.

Visit the Studio

Sara Carden Hair
Inside Marquise Salon Suites
7010 W Highway 71, Suite 122
Austin, TX 78735

Hours:
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Tuesday: Closed

Contact:
Phone: (714) 356-9500
Email: saritasc@me.com
Instagram: @prettycutanddry

Ready to Book?

Sara welcomes new and returning clients from Austin, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, and the Hill Country. Book your appointment online and experience the difference that 20+ years of expertise makes.