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amanda duck is known for her amazing sense of aesthetic. Amanda loves the ability to be artistic on a daily basis. With nearly 7 years of hands on experience, 5 of which were guided by a master stylist in New York, she possesses the vision and ability to personalize each cut, color and style for every client that sits in her chair. Amanda has an education background in Goldwell, Redken and Wella color lines, as well as extensive training in countless professional lines. Amanda is also a certified Deva Curl cut specialist. Her skill and expert opinion are enhanced by her enthusiasm, vibrant personality and attention to detail.
amanda inskeep started her styling career at the Aveda Academy Denver in 2005 and has spent the past seven years advancing her skills. After two years as a cutting specialist Amanda branched into hair color, allowing her complete control over the creative process. She loves cutting, whether it is a classic, precise shape or a textured trend. Amanda has trained under many Master Educators and has won awards for editorial and up styling. In April 2011, Amanda moved to Asteria to expand her education into other styling and hair color lines. This has given her the ability to practice hair her way and the freedom to be herself.
brittnie blake is known for her talented hair styling skills and her love for weddings and special occasions. She has been in the salon industry for four years. Brittnie went through her training at Aveda Institute and then furthered her skills at the Aveda Academy. She also has extended her education and knowledge in Wella and Redken color lines for creativity and education are the foundations of her passion. Brittnie loves providing her clients with fresh new styles, while listening to their needs and desires. She helps everyone in her chair to feel beautiful inside and out.
candace walker is a visionary artist at heart who enjoys painting and drawing. She moved her training and talent into the creative beauty industry by starting to make her own perfumes from Essential Oils as a teenager. She possesses a wealth of knowledge in Natural Health and Wellness. She is a Paramedical Skin Care Specialist, Makeup Artist, Reiki Energy Master Teacher and a Nationally Licensed Massage Therapist. Her several certifications include Neuromuscular, Sports therapy and Essential Oils. Candace is experienced with brand leaders such as Steiner Leisure International, The Aveda Instittute, Prescriptives Cosmetics and various salons and spas in the USA. She has participated in Fashion Week, created looks for theater, TV, headshots, weddings, debutantes and mature guests.
With expertise since 1998, be assured she is at of the top professional care. Specializing in pampering Candace is results oriented. Her Anti-Aging and Advanced Acne Facials use the latest equipment and healthy active ingredients. Candace was awarded the prestigious "5280 Reader's Choice Best Facial Top of the Town" 2012 before joining Asteria Salon. Believing in the foundations of health and nutrition, individual needs and lifestyle are taken into account as we create goals and a plan of care that is tailored especially for you, bringing your beauty out to shine! You will leave feeling uplifted, renewed and nurtured as well as educated on the proper upkeep of your unique skin. For more information please visit www.PureEleganceSpa.com.
danielle wade is a Redken Certified Haircolorist and has dedicated herself to learning and teaching the latest hair color techniques. She spent two years traveling and facilitating the art of hair color to stylists nationwide. From the bold pink Mohawk to natural blond highlights, the opportunities are endless. Using a combination of different color lines, she has perfected her color correction skills and is always up for the challenge. Have you ever met a passionate stylist? Her talent is like no other. Danielle is about knowing her clients, listening and communicating their needs. No one leaves her chair unhappy. She does a variety of extensions, including single strand fusions and clip-ins for those less committed. She also offers one of the latest trends to hit Colorado, Feather Extensions! Danielle is skilled in working with all ethnicities and textures of hair. Her services include, but are not limited to hair color, cuts, extensions, weddings/formal styling and relaxers. Come in and meet her for a complimentary consultation. You won’t be disappointed!!
emily mckim is known for her amazing hair styling and makeup skills. As a graduate with honors from the Paul Mitchell Academy, Emily has so much passion for the hair industry and loves what she does. To her clients, she is a great listener, who will take the time to sit and consult about a new look or style. Emily loves to give her clients an amazing experience by transforming hair with her expertise in color or new trendy cuts. Emily loves to style hair and has a talent for Victoria Secret Blow outs and curls and loves to do weddings and special occasion updos. She’s also a pro at changing the hair lengths with unique extensions, tape ins, and clip-ins for those who are looking for less maintenance. Emily has been doing hair for nearly 4 years and in that time she has had the unique opportunity to work and build her skills with some well-known stylists in the industry. Emily has trained and worked side by side with Platform Artist, Vivienne Mackinder on a photo shoot in New York City. She met and trained with celebrity stylist Sherry Belanger and taken makeup classes by Celebrity Makeup Artist, James Ryder. Come meet Emily along with her upbeat , energetic , bubbly personality, and get ready to look and feel amazing after leaving her chair
misty auckerman has been interested in the fashion and beauty industry since a very young age. Her love of art, design, color and fashion grew into a career. She completed her schooling in Ohio and over the past twelve years has perfected her skill. Misty has had the amazing opportunity to work with Rachel Ray’s celebrity stylist, Rodney Cutler. She is trained and certified in Redken as well as Coppola Keratin Smoothing System. Misty’s special skills vary from razor cuts to curly hair. You always leave her chair feeling fresh. Need help with color correction? Misty waves her magic wand and all your color problems disappear.
romaine mendicino has been working in salons throughout Denver for over 15 years. Beginning her education at the Tony and Guy Academy in Denver, Romaine started dedicating herself to education and customer satisfaction. Her designing skills are superb and her hair cuts are always top notch. Got a color problem? She will solve it. When you sit in Romaine’s chair you can rest assured that she will listen to your needs and you will leave looking and feeling confident – that you got what you wanted. She has experience and education. What more could you ask for?