About MeRae's
J. Marie, Owner and Stylist at MeRae’s in Portland, Oregon, brings over 30 years of expertise in hair care. Specializing in curly, natural, and multi-textured hair, she’s dedicated to helping clients embrace their beauty through personalized services and expert care.
J. Marie
As Founder and CEO of Me Rae’s Hair Salon & Hair Loss Center, J. Marie has spent
more than 32 years serving the Portland community, earning recognition as a master
cutter, stylist, consultant, and mentor with a strong focus on curly and multi-textured
hair. A Certified Holistic Trichologist Practitioner, she specializes in scalp health, holistic
wellbeing, and advanced hair restoration. Her science-based approach connects gut
health, nutrition, and stress to hair and scalp conditions, empowering clients with
customized treatment plans that restore both hair and confidence.
Rooted in faith and guided by purpose, J. Marie’s journey includes training at world-
renowned institutions such as Jingles of London, Sassoon Academy, and Pivot Point
Cutting Schools. She has partnered with leading brands including Paul Mitchell, Revlon,
and Goldwell where she has served as a platform artist and educator while organizing
fashion shows, workshops, community events, and speaking engagements. An alumna
of Warner Pacific College, she is recognized as a passionate advocate for hair loss
awareness and a forward-thinking voice in the beauty industry. Her mission is to raise
awareness of how hair loss and scalp challenges can be addressed holistically to
support overall health and well-being.
At Me Rae’s, J. Marie and her team are dedicated to making each client’s journey to
self-confidence and inner beauty their highest priority. With deep product knowledge
and expertise across diverse hair types, she provides personalized solutions that
enhance appearance while promoting long-term scalp and hair health. Whether for daily
care or transformative change, she is committed to helping every client look and feel their very best.
Beyond the salon, J. Marie stands as a passionate advocate for the Portland Metro
community, supporting a wide range of local initiatives. Through her artistry, she
continues to inspire, educate, and uplift lives, touching one client, one initiative, and one
community at a time.
Our Philosophy
Purpose
We provide a welcoming, confidential environment and offer holistic products, tools, and protocols to support our clients' journey.
Mission
Serves the community by raising awareness about the alopecia (hair loss) epidemic and dispelling misconceptions about its causes. Embraces a proactive approach to changes in the beauty industry, incorporating holistic science into customized wellness treatment plans.
Community Bullet
Community engagement and support through hosting business networking events