Makailah Fuentes has transformed her passion for creativity into a thriving business with the opening of Maks Glamm, a new salon located inside the Salon and Spa Galleria Weatherford in Weatherford, Texas. The salon officially began accepting appointments this month, marking a significant milestone for Fuentes, who graduated from Cisco College in May 2025 as a licensed cosmetologist and certified lash artist. Her decision to become a business owner reflects a broader shift in the beauty industry, where independent professionals increasingly seek flexible, cost-effective spaces to build their brands.
At Maks Glamm, clients can access a comprehensive menu of services tailored to enhance their personal style. Offerings include shampoo, blowdry, haircut and style; color; full and partial highlights; balayage; toner; and root touchup. Fuentes also specializes in GelX nails and lashes, and provides braiding services such as French and Dutch braids, with options for beads or charms. Additional enhancements like tinsel, feathers, and color extensions are available, allowing for fully customized looks. Beyond individual appointments, Fuentes has developed customized event packages for celebrations ranging from birthday and princess parties to bridal parties, weddings, and bachelorette gatherings. Her Kids Glamm Pamper Packages, designed for ages 12 and under, include a gel manicure, beads, tinsel, feathers, and color extensions, catering to a younger clientele.
The salon operates from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, with evening appointments available upon request. To celebrate the grand opening, Fuentes is offering a month-long promotion throughout September, featuring GelX Nails for $40 and lash sets for $80. Clients can schedule appointments through Fuentes' booking site, or by calling or texting (940) 328-2850. More information is available on her Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok pages.
The location within Salon and Spa Galleria Weatherford provides significant advantages for both Fuentes and her clients. Situated close to several large businesses and shopping areas, the salon is easily accessible from Weatherford, Hudson Oaks, Willow Park, Brock, Aledo, Walsh Ranch, and Mineral Wells. The facility offers round-the-clock salon access and 24-hour security monitoring, ensuring safety and convenience. Free parking and handicap-accessible features, including wide hallways, further enhance the client experience. For Fuentes, the salon suite model offers a turnkey solution: each suite includes state-of-the-art equipment, free WiFi, a smart TV with fiber, and a washbowl or sink. Tenants also enjoy a comfortable waiting area, a break room with microwave, sink, refrigerator, and Keurig coffee maker, plus a free onsite laundry room with provided soap and endless instant hot water via tankless water heaters. With rates starting at $75 per week and utilities included, the model lowers the barrier to entry for independent professionals.
Salon and Spa Galleria, which operates 23 locations across the United States, is one of the fastest-growing privately held salon suite leasing companies. For those interested in joining the Weatherford location, more details can be found on the salon chain's website. Fuentes' story underscores how such platforms enable creative entrepreneurs to focus on their craft while benefiting from built-in operational support, ultimately expanding access to personalized beauty services in their communities.
