Gayle's second husband was the Gatsby's original owner; when he passed away from a sudden heart attack, Gayle took over the business. The Gatsby has moved into a new space, with state-of-the-art everything. The remodel was costly, so there's a lot at stake!

Gayle's daughter is under a lot of pressure. Mother to a new baby, she's also working hard to make the salon a smashing success.

This young makeup artist attracts drama wherever she goes—but she's ready to prove she has what it takes to make a name for herself. Olivia's ultimate goal is to run her own fabulous salon, with zebra-stripe chairs, a runway down the middle and a full-service bar.

Tracy is an up-and-coming hairstylist who has achieved success after less than two years in the business. Sparks usually fly whenever this "gangsta at heart" is around.

Alexa has big plans. A natural entrepreneur, the Glam Fairy has her own successful business doing makeup for Jersey brides on weekends. Alexa is not a fan of the stereotypically Jersey look; she feels bare midriffs, designer knockoffs and fake boobs give "real" Jersey girls like her a bad name.

This straight, married hairstylist first got into the beauty business to meet girls. Anthony took a gig at the Gatsby while his salon underwent its own makeover. He might not love the female drama swirling around him, but he's definitely no pushover.

Olivia's fun-loving and drama-causing BFF. Briella is one of Alexa's "Fairies" and dreams of owning her own salon someday, with little Buddha statues everywhere.

This young hairdresser wants to be married, with a perfect husband and adorable kids—but she's wising up after her recent breakup with Frankie, the love of her life. Now the couple is trying to mend fences; will they be able to change their ways and live happily ever after?

Anthony's handsome intern seems to focus more on getting phone numbers than on honing his craft. When he isn't busy washing hair at the Gatsby or working on his six-pack, Filippo can be found tossing pizzas at his family's famous Staten Island restaurant.

Gigi's boyfriend. He may not always act like it, but this tough guy has one soft spot—and that's Gigi.