Let me introduce both sides of myself: the Hairstylist & then the Me- Nicole

I’ve been a licensed cosmetologist since 2008. I worked in a salon atmosphere up until Sept 2019, when I decided to go off on my own & rent a private studio space. And oooof, I couldn’t love it more! I designed the space wanting to mix the look of luxury, & the feel of relaxation. And I love me some good ambiance, so I was mindful to hit all of the senses: elegant decor, mood lighting, aromas of essential oils, mellow instrumental music, & of course, options to sip. The privacy is also a big fave. The door can be closed to create a secluded oasis. A true VIP, one-on-one reservation. It’s the best feeling in the world to make someone feel amazing with gorgeous hair, but it’s the cherry on top for me to provide that moment in your day that’s just about YOU! A moment to “just be,” slow down, & rejuvenate to exude that new hair attitude INSIDE & OUT. I love being the reason you leave with that strut! Here, it’s more than just a hair appointment, it’s an experience! And you deserve it!

When it comes to the skills behind the chair, I pride myself on staying consistent with continued education. The beauty industry is constantly evolving, & it’s honestly one of the things I really love about it. There are always new things & new ways to go about color & cuts, so it helps keep it feeling fresh & keeps me inspired. It’s very important to me to continue to grow & hone in on my techniques & results, so I can provide the absolute best of my capabilities for my clients.

Over the years, I’ve found the niche that calls to me: natural-looking hair with that little extra oomph- creating soft dimension to enhance your natural color, resulting in blends that grow out beautifully, or creating a brand new color that looks so natural, no one has to know our little secret. Then pairing this with a custom cut to accentuate & balance facial features, while working with your hair type & lifestyle, to create your best foundation for styling. The result: the best dynamic duo to achieve your best looking & feeling hair. I also love to not only teach you how to care for your hair, but help give you styling techniques & tips so you can create beautiful hair on your own at home.

Now, the ME:

I love, love, LOVE all things beauty & health related. I’ve always loved playing with hair, makeup, & skincare. The beauty world sucked me in, & I’ve never looked back. And over the years, I’ve learned just how much every single thing we do, use, & eat are all connected to how we look & feel. After going through struggles myself, I wanted solutions & information to help get things into optimal functionality. And so, down the rabbit hole I went, & a bigger passion for wellness took over. I love diving deeper into the whats, whys, & hows, & finding ways to elevate my own life habits, & sharing it with anyone who wants to make improvements for themselves. I’m a firm believer that DAILY habits & consistency are the true “secrets” over any quick, “right now” (aka bandaid) alternatives. If you love this sorta thing too, and want more (in my always honest, real, unfiltered fashion) check out my blog.

When it comes to “stuff,” I have a more “minimalist” approach. I love simplicity, less is more, & quality over quantity. When you have a good foundation, anything else is extra. Find your staples, then sprinkle those little extras here & there when needed or desired. I apply this to all aspects of my life because things don’t need to be complicated. No, thank you.

And to wrap this up, a little extra Me-Me. I like a little rebelliousness, profanity, puppies (especially huskies) over babies, all things food, I always have room for dessert, love an extra spicy Mezcal margarita, & indulge my wanderlust as much as possible, traveling the world with my husband, Jonathan. I like to have my own little flare & my own voice. I am stubbornly authentic & unapologetic about it. I’m a firm believer in doing more of what you want, & saying “No, thanks” to things you don’t!