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Melissa Brockett – Founder, SimpleStyles by Mel
Melissa Brockett is a Registered Nurse and the founder of SimpleStyles by Mel, where styles are simple and care is curated. With nearly 20 years of experience in medical-surgical units, emergency care, healthcare education and management, Melissa brings a clinical perspective to haircare, understanding how health, medications, and lifestyle impact hair growth and scalp health.
Through this insight, she developed The SimpleStyles Method, a structured framework that prioritizes individualized assessment, evidence-based treatments, and long-term hair wellness. At her East New York salon suite, clients receive advanced techniques for locked hair, loc repairs, loc maintenance, ...more
Melissa Brockett is a Registered Nurse and the founder of SimpleStyles by Mel, where styles are simple and care is curated. With nearly 20 years of experience in medical-surgical units, emergency care, healthcare education and management, Melissa brings a clinical perspective to haircare, understanding how health, medications, and lifestyle impact hair growth and scalp health.
Through this insight, she developed The SimpleStyles Method, a structured framework that prioritizes individualized assessment, evidence-based treatments, and long-term hair wellness. At her East New York salon suite, clients receive advanced techniques for locked hair, loc repairs, loc maintenance, ...more
Reviews
Hear from our best customers, sharing their experiences with us!
Mel is the best & I’m so happy with my decision. As a new customer, I was especially impressed with my wash & scalpQuaña Abdul-Wahhab
Wed, Jul 1, 2026
Mel did an amazing job with my daughter, she was so patient and kind. Now my princess looks beautiful and is feelingheadg0ne
Tue, Jun 23, 2026
I really loved the experience and it was an experience full of knowledgeable tips. This was my first visit and Mel wasDar Gill
Fri, Jun 12, 2026
I had a loctician that I was previously going to and when one of my locs was torn out, she said “I’ll see what I can do”Logan Rainz
Sun, Jun 7, 2026
I had such a great experience with Simple Styles by Mel! From start to finish, everything felt professional, welcoming,Deidra Washington
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
I got twists with extensions by Mel - the studio was extremely well kept, she used great products, gave me good tips toDJ W
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
Knowledgeable and personable! Your locs are in good hands with Mel!Serge Desir
Tue, Apr 7, 2026
Mel was very informative and educated me about haircare before the consultation started which I truly appreciated. WeKyla Baptiste
Wed, Apr 1, 2026
I love Simple Styles by Mel so much and I am truly excited for my new loc journey. This was one of the best decisions IDEBORAH SCHULER
Tue, Mar 24, 2026
Mel is very kind, patient, and knowledgeable about all things hair. She took the time to analyze my hair during myDamilola Aguda
Wed, Mar 18, 2026
I am grateful for someone who takes the time with you with your hair as well as to explain something that may be soTaymar Both Elon
Fri, Mar 13, 2026
Very nice work felt very welcomed. Let with a smile on my face. Price is very affordable ❤️Treyvion Gaston
Tue, Mar 3, 2026
I don’t know where to begin. I had an absolutely lovely experience at Simple Styles By Mel today! She is soC CB
Tue, Feb 3, 2026
Mel is the best. I always have a great experience since I started going to her. She's professional and knowledgeable andJanell Gilkes
Mon, Jan 12, 2026
A simple retwist turned into a divinely orchestrated therapy session. Thank you for blessing me with your hands and yourOrrin Hercules
Sun, Nov 16, 2025
Extremely nice and really good serviceCano Dickerson
Thu, Oct 30, 2025
I am very much pleased with my decision going natural. Mellisa is true to her gift of natural hair. Not like theAngela Bryant
Tue, Oct 14, 2025
Ever go to a loctician and they just do your hair? No real assessment of your hair, what works/wont work for you? Mel isPrincess Mingle
Sun, Oct 12, 2025
This was my first time going to Mel, and it definitely won’t be my last! She’s so sweet and down-to-earth, and theChemene Smith-Harding
Tue, Oct 7, 2025
Melissa crochet my locs and she did a great job.shatara owens
Tue, Sep 30, 2025
Wholesome and amazing haircare… Professional and client focused…. SimpleStyles by Mel will get your dreads & hairAtiba M
Wed, Aug 13, 2025
It’s always tough looking for a loctician because you worry if they’re knowledgeable on natural hair care and understandNicole M
Fri, Aug 1, 2025
There is a reason why there are so many 5 star review for Ms. Mel. I hadn't been to a salon in about a decade but I tooklizzie kay
Thu, Jul 31, 2025
Great costumer service! Highly recommended!Josanne Yearwood
Tue, Jul 22, 2025
Gifted hands! Mel is professional, talented, and knowledgeable about hair. Searched for a natural haircare salon in myMichelle R
Tue, Jul 15, 2025
Let me just say this.. Mel knows what she's doing. She has a very calm, confident aura that will help you relax whileRuth Uku
Wed, Jul 9, 2025
Everytime I go to Mel it’s always good laughs jokes and good vibes. Clean and neat salon and I’m always looking myGeneralblacks
Fri, Jun 20, 2025
Great customer service and quality work!! I’ll be sure to recommendKevin Latham
Thu, Jun 19, 2025
My first time coming here and my first crochet and it wasn't even painful,she even offers payment plans.LovelyAl3x Wh1te
Thu, Jun 19, 2025
I’ve had my locs for over 4 years now and Melissa has been taking great care of them ever since. She has always given meJamari Richards
Wed, Jun 18, 2025
Mel is the best & I’m so happy with my decision. As a new customer, I was especially impressed with my wash & scalpQuaña Abdul-Wahhab
Wed, Jul 1, 2026
Mel did an amazing job with my daughter, she was so patient and kind. Now my princess looks beautiful and is feelingheadg0ne
Tue, Jun 23, 2026
I really loved the experience and it was an experience full of knowledgeable tips. This was my first visit and Mel wasDar Gill
Fri, Jun 12, 2026
I had a loctician that I was previously going to and when one of my locs was torn out, she said “I’ll see what I can do”Logan Rainz
Sun, Jun 7, 2026
I had such a great experience with Simple Styles by Mel! From start to finish, everything felt professional, welcoming,Deidra Washington
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
I got twists with extensions by Mel - the studio was extremely well kept, she used great products, gave me good tips toDJ W
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
Knowledgeable and personable! Your locs are in good hands with Mel!Serge Desir
Tue, Apr 7, 2026
Mel was very informative and educated me about haircare before the consultation started which I truly appreciated. WeKyla Baptiste
Wed, Apr 1, 2026
I love Simple Styles by Mel so much and I am truly excited for my new loc journey. This was one of the best decisions IDEBORAH SCHULER
Tue, Mar 24, 2026
Mel is very kind, patient, and knowledgeable about all things hair. She took the time to analyze my hair during myDamilola Aguda
Wed, Mar 18, 2026
I am grateful for someone who takes the time with you with your hair as well as to explain something that may be soTaymar Both Elon
Fri, Mar 13, 2026
Very nice work felt very welcomed. Let with a smile on my face. Price is very affordable ❤️Treyvion Gaston
Tue, Mar 3, 2026
I don’t know where to begin. I had an absolutely lovely experience at Simple Styles By Mel today! She is soC CB
Tue, Feb 3, 2026
Mel is the best. I always have a great experience since I started going to her. She's professional and knowledgeable andJanell Gilkes
Mon, Jan 12, 2026
A simple retwist turned into a divinely orchestrated therapy session. Thank you for blessing me with your hands and yourOrrin Hercules
Sun, Nov 16, 2025
Extremely nice and really good serviceCano Dickerson
Thu, Oct 30, 2025
I am very much pleased with my decision going natural. Mellisa is true to her gift of natural hair. Not like theAngela Bryant
Tue, Oct 14, 2025
Ever go to a loctician and they just do your hair? No real assessment of your hair, what works/wont work for you? Mel isPrincess Mingle
Sun, Oct 12, 2025
This was my first time going to Mel, and it definitely won’t be my last! She’s so sweet and down-to-earth, and theChemene Smith-Harding
Tue, Oct 7, 2025
Melissa crochet my locs and she did a great job.shatara owens
Tue, Sep 30, 2025
Wholesome and amazing haircare… Professional and client focused…. SimpleStyles by Mel will get your dreads & hairAtiba M
Wed, Aug 13, 2025
It’s always tough looking for a loctician because you worry if they’re knowledgeable on natural hair care and understandNicole M
Fri, Aug 1, 2025
There is a reason why there are so many 5 star review for Ms. Mel. I hadn't been to a salon in about a decade but I tooklizzie kay
Thu, Jul 31, 2025
Great costumer service! Highly recommended!Josanne Yearwood
Tue, Jul 22, 2025
Gifted hands! Mel is professional, talented, and knowledgeable about hair. Searched for a natural haircare salon in myMichelle R
Tue, Jul 15, 2025
Let me just say this.. Mel knows what she's doing. She has a very calm, confident aura that will help you relax whileRuth Uku
Wed, Jul 9, 2025
Everytime I go to Mel it’s always good laughs jokes and good vibes. Clean and neat salon and I’m always looking myGeneralblacks
Fri, Jun 20, 2025
Great customer service and quality work!! I’ll be sure to recommendKevin Latham
Thu, Jun 19, 2025
My first time coming here and my first crochet and it wasn't even painful,she even offers payment plans.LovelyAl3x Wh1te
Thu, Jun 19, 2025
I’ve had my locs for over 4 years now and Melissa has been taking great care of them ever since. She has always given meJamari Richards
Wed, Jun 18, 2025
Mel is the best & I’m so happy with my decision. As a new customer, I was especially impressed with my wash & scalpQuaña Abdul-Wahhab
Wed, Jul 1, 2026
Mel did an amazing job with my daughter, she was so patient and kind. Now my princess looks beautiful and is feelingheadg0ne
Tue, Jun 23, 2026
I really loved the experience and it was an experience full of knowledgeable tips. This was my first visit and Mel wasDar Gill
Fri, Jun 12, 2026
I had a loctician that I was previously going to and when one of my locs was torn out, she said “I’ll see what I can do”Logan Rainz
Sun, Jun 7, 2026
I had such a great experience with Simple Styles by Mel! From start to finish, everything felt professional, welcoming,Deidra Washington
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
I got twists with extensions by Mel - the studio was extremely well kept, she used great products, gave me good tips toDJ W
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
Knowledgeable and personable! Your locs are in good hands with Mel!Serge Desir
Tue, Apr 7, 2026
Mel was very informative and educated me about haircare before the consultation started which I truly appreciated. WeKyla Baptiste
Wed, Apr 1, 2026
I love Simple Styles by Mel so much and I am truly excited for my new loc journey. This was one of the best decisions IDEBORAH SCHULER
Tue, Mar 24, 2026
Mel is very kind, patient, and knowledgeable about all things hair. She took the time to analyze my hair during myDamilola Aguda
Wed, Mar 18, 2026
I am grateful for someone who takes the time with you with your hair as well as to explain something that may be soTaymar Both Elon
Fri, Mar 13, 2026
Very nice work felt very welcomed. Let with a smile on my face. Price is very affordable ❤️Treyvion Gaston
Tue, Mar 3, 2026
I don’t know where to begin. I had an absolutely lovely experience at Simple Styles By Mel today! She is soC CB
Tue, Feb 3, 2026
Mel is the best. I always have a great experience since I started going to her. She's professional and knowledgeable andJanell Gilkes
Mon, Jan 12, 2026
A simple retwist turned into a divinely orchestrated therapy session. Thank you for blessing me with your hands and yourOrrin Hercules
Sun, Nov 16, 2025
Extremely nice and really good serviceCano Dickerson
Thu, Oct 30, 2025
I am very much pleased with my decision going natural. Mellisa is true to her gift of natural hair. Not like theAngela Bryant
Tue, Oct 14, 2025
Ever go to a loctician and they just do your hair? No real assessment of your hair, what works/wont work for you? Mel isPrincess Mingle
Sun, Oct 12, 2025
This was my first time going to Mel, and it definitely won’t be my last! She’s so sweet and down-to-earth, and theChemene Smith-Harding
Tue, Oct 7, 2025
Melissa crochet my locs and she did a great job.shatara owens
Tue, Sep 30, 2025
Wholesome and amazing haircare… Professional and client focused…. SimpleStyles by Mel will get your dreads & hairAtiba M
Wed, Aug 13, 2025
It’s always tough looking for a loctician because you worry if they’re knowledgeable on natural hair care and understandNicole M
Fri, Aug 1, 2025
There is a reason why there are so many 5 star review for Ms. Mel. I hadn't been to a salon in about a decade but I tooklizzie kay
Thu, Jul 31, 2025
Great costumer service! Highly recommended!Josanne Yearwood
Tue, Jul 22, 2025
Gifted hands! Mel is professional, talented, and knowledgeable about hair. Searched for a natural haircare salon in myMichelle R
Tue, Jul 15, 2025
Let me just say this.. Mel knows what she's doing. She has a very calm, confident aura that will help you relax whileRuth Uku
Wed, Jul 9, 2025
Everytime I go to Mel it’s always good laughs jokes and good vibes. Clean and neat salon and I’m always looking myGeneralblacks
Fri, Jun 20, 2025
Great customer service and quality work!! I’ll be sure to recommendKevin Latham
Thu, Jun 19, 2025
My first time coming here and my first crochet and it wasn't even painful,she even offers payment plans.LovelyAl3x Wh1te
Thu, Jun 19, 2025
I’ve had my locs for over 4 years now and Melissa has been taking great care of them ever since. She has always given meJamari Richards
Wed, Jun 18, 2025
FAQs
No. Only one guardian may accompany children receiving services.
No, SSBM does not accept walk-ins. We provide a personalized experience and do not double-book clients. Please join the waitlist or book a service online.
We allow a 10-minute grace period. After 20 minutes, appointments are canceled, and a $25 late fee applies.
You may reschedule your appointment. However, all cancellations and no-shows will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
Clients must pay a deposit with a valid debit or credit card when booking any service, online or by phone. If they have a package credit or membership credit, please contact the salon to schedule their appointment. Gift card credits require a deposit to secure the time slot, which will be refunded at the appointment.
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