FACES BY FREDA & SALON FREDA · NOVI, MICHIGAN
Meet Team FREDA.
Exceptional beauty begins with the people behind it. Meet the artists, stylists, and personalities who make Faces by FREDA and Salon FREDA a destination for personalized beauty in Novi, Michigan.
From professional makeup artistry and custom brow design to dimensional hair color, extensions, and precision styling, our team brings creativity, expertise, and individual attention to every appointment.
01 / THE FOUNDER
Freda Ansara
Founder · Makeup Artist · Creator of FREDA Cosmetics
Freda Ansara is the founder and creative vision behind Faces by FREDA, Salon FREDA, and the FREDA Cosmetics product line. For more than a decade, she has built a beauty brand in Novi centered on personalized care, artistry, and helping clients feel confident in their own skin.
Her passion for beauty and lasting client relationships has shaped a welcoming destination for makeup artistry, skincare, brows, waxing, and professional hair services.
Guided by strong family values and the belief that beauty exists in everyone, Freda has cultivated a team-focused environment rooted in creativity, professionalism, and empowerment. After establishing Faces by FREDA, she expanded the brand with Salon FREDA, a full-service hair salon located just steps from the original Novi beauty studio.
Areas of Expertise
- Professional Makeup Artistry
- Bridal Makeup
- Beauty Consulting
- Luxury Beauty Services
- Brand Development
- Client Experience
02 / HAIR ARTISTRY
Tina Ivezaj
Expert Hair Stylist & Brand Ambassador
Tina Ivezaj brings creativity, artistry, and European-inspired beauty techniques to Salon FREDA. Known for her modern approach to haircutting and color, Tina continues to pursue advanced education and industry training to stay current with evolving trends.
Trained under master stylists and recognized as an Oribe Brand Ambassador, Tina specializes in balayage, highlights, dimensional color, hair extensions, and smoothing services including Brazilian Blowouts and keratin treatments.
Her personalized approach and attention to detail help clients achieve luxurious, wearable styles that complement their individual look.
Specialties
- Hair Color
- Balayage & Highlights
- Hair Extensions
- Brazilian Blowouts
- Keratin Treatments
- Modern Haircutting
03 / MAKEUP & BROW ARTISTRY
Mary Edmonds
Makeup Artist & Eyebrow Specialist
Mary Edmonds helps clients feel confident through precise brow shaping, professional makeup artistry, and personalized beauty education.
Known for creating beautifully balanced eyebrows, Mary focuses on enhancing each client’s natural features while sharing practical guidance for maintaining their look between visits.
Before joining Faces by FREDA, Mary developed her artistry with Lancôme and through freelance bridal and event makeup services. Her calm, individualized approach makes her a trusted choice for brow appointments, special occasions, and camera-ready makeup.
Specialties
- Eyebrow Shaping
- Brow Design
- Makeup Applications
- Bridal Makeup
- Beauty Education
- Event Makeup
04 / HAIR DESIGN & EXTENSIONS
Kara Richardson
Expert Hair Stylist & Brand Ambassador
Kara Richardson believes beautiful hair begins with a strong relationship between stylist and client. Her approach emphasizes styles that look exceptional in the salon while remaining manageable and wearable afterward.
With extensive training in New York, Kara represents Oribe as a Brand Ambassador and has completed advanced education through Kérastase and Goldwell Trend Zoom conferences.
She specializes in hair extensions, dimensional color, and styling for mid-length to long hair, helping clients achieve volume, movement, texture, and modern results suited to their lifestyle.
Specialties
- Hair Extensions
- Long Hair Styling
- Dimensional Hair Color
- Oribe Styling
- Kérastase Treatments
- Luxury Hair Services
05 / EMERGING TALENT
Maddie McCausland
Hair Stylist Apprentice
Maddie McCausland is developing her skills as a hairstyling apprentice while pursuing her passion for beauty, creativity, and fashion.
Inspired by emerging trends and self-expression, Maddie is focused on building advanced salon skills and helping clients leave feeling confident and refreshed.
Growing up in a large family taught Maddie the value of connection and communication—qualities she brings to the salon experience. Outside of work, she enjoys fashion, time with friends, and relaxing with her cats.
Areas of Focus
- Emerging Hair Trends
- Blowouts & Styling
- Client Experience
- Hair Styling Education
06 / HAIRCUTTING & COLOR
Nadine Patto
Hair Stylist
Nadine Patto is passionate about helping clients achieve hair that feels healthy, manageable, and personal to their individual style.
She specializes in haircutting and professional hair color for a variety of hair textures, with a particular passion for thick and coarse hair.
Known for her warm personality and attention to detail, Nadine focuses on creating a comfortable salon experience while delivering modern, customized looks. Outside the salon, she enjoys meditation and spending time outdoors with her son.
Specialties
- Haircutting
- Hair Color
- Thick Hair
- Coarse Hair Textures
- Personalized Styling
07 / THE HEART OF THE SALON
Fenix Ansara
Official Team FREDA Mascot
Fenix Ansara has been part of the beauty industry for what feels like his entire life. With a welcoming personality and a natural talent for client greetings, Fenix has become an unforgettable part of the Faces by FREDA experience.
Before officially joining Team FREDA, Fenix developed his client relationship skills through freelance neighborhood appearances around Novi. Today, he continues perfecting his craft with daily interactions, ongoing training, and plenty of positive reinforcement.
His specialties may be unconventional, but his contribution to salon morale is unmistakable.
Specialties
- Client Greetings
- Emotional Support
- Salon Morale
- Treat Negotiations
THE FREDA EXPERIENCE
Why Clients Choose Team FREDA.
Our team brings together artistry, continuing education, and an individual approach to beauty—creating experiences built around each client’s preferences and goals.
Personalized Beauty
Thoughtful consultations and services tailored to your features, hair, skin, and individual style.
Experienced Artists
Makeup artists, brow specialists, and hairstylists with a range of professional training and specialties.
Modern Techniques
Advanced education, current styling techniques, and attention to detail across salon and beauty services.
YOUR BEAUTY DESTINATION IN NOVI
Serving Novi, Northville & Metro Detroit.
Faces by FREDA and Salon FREDA welcome clients from Novi, Northville, Farmington Hills, Wixom, South Lyon, Commerce Township, and surrounding Metro Detroit communities.
Whether you’re visiting for professional makeup, brow design, skincare, hair color, extensions, or personalized styling, Team FREDA is here to help you discover a look that feels like you.
YOUR NEXT BEAUTY EXPERIENCE
Find Your Artist. Love Your Look.
Ready to experience the artistry and personalized care of Team FREDA? Explore available services and schedule your next visit to Faces by FREDA or Salon FREDA in Novi.