Hairstyling/Expert Profile

Expertise

I can answer questions on all types of hairstyling, cutting, designing, coloring, corrective color, perming techniques,product knowledge, and in general, anything that has anything to do with hair. PLEASE NOTE: I am a professional designer and trainer. I do hair and teach advanced classes to licensed designers. I do not, under any circumstances, recommend doing chemical services including but not limited to relaxers, perms, color, highlights, or any other chemical service at home. I will not tell you how to use professional products nor will I tell you how to do your color at home.

Experience in the area

I have been a designer and educator for 29 years. I have been a salon consultant for Redken, affiliate trainer for ABBA Pure and Natural and am currently a member of the design team and trainer for my company. I specialize in corrective color, perming and style support, and image updates (make overs)

Education/Credentials

I have been actively licensed for 29 years. I have a college degree in another field, and actively participate in and teach cutting, perming, coloring, and business building classes. I am a certified Redken Consultant and certified to perform and teach Chi Transformation.

What do you like about this subject?

I walk, talk, eat, breathe and sleep HAIR. I consider myself extremely fortunate to be able to say that after 26 years, I am still excited and passionate about my career. I can't wait to get to work every day.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

There is always something new to learn. I teach for my company and still attend classes, shows and hands on training. I love the learning process and strive to stay on top of latest trends, changes in technology. I am still growing and building my skills.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

It's a great way to make a living and a slow economy does not affect my business.