I always loved doing my own hair in high school.  I always did it in different ways and was nominated for Most Individualistic because of it.  I also used the punk rock/metal influence to play in.  In 2000, I graduated high school and enrolled in Capri cosmetology school.  I went full-time and as soon as I graduated, I walked into Visible Changes Hair Group.  I had heard that Jimmy had a training program and wanted to continue being educated.  I was a shampoo assistant for three years while being trained by Jimmy.  After my training I made it to the floor.  I’ve been cutting and coloring hair for over ten years now and I love making people feel beautiful. I have a very eclectic clientele.  I love that I can do anything from a beautiful, sophisticated and classic bob to a punk rock Mohawk;  long layered looks to a pink pixie cut.  I love what I do and couldn’t see myself doing anything else….! Daniela is certified and trained in Wella, Privanna and Arrojo classes. She continues to educate herself and last, but not least, she is committed to continuing her education, so she can be the best she can be.

Discovering early on her passion for the beauty industry, Melissa attended Capri where she was trained to be a licensed cosmetologist. During the course of her schooling, she worked at Visible Changes and assisted her first 3 years before becoming a Senior Stylist. Her desire for more education continued as she attended Arrojo Cosmetology in New York City which is an advanced education program for licensed hairdressers as well as Arrojo Advanced Boot Camp. Melissa learned many great new techniques in hair cutting & styling for both men and women. She also mastered the art of Razor Cutting & learned many advanced color and highlighting techniques including the Ombre. She is a certified in the Arrojo American Wave as well as Keratin smoothing treatments and Wella and Privanna color.  When is comes to Special Occasion hair Melissa has taken classes with both Arrojo and Wella and has taken Wella Freelight color classes with Sonya Dove. Melissa knows how to step outside the box and go that extra step for clients to make sure they feel comfortable and confident. Continued education with Wella and Arrojo keep Melissa at the top of her game.

Being in this business and Rockland for over three decades makes Mary one of the most experienced hairstylists around; literally.  From color, cuts, special occasion and wedding hair to hair replacement and even end of life services all appear on one very long resume.  “You have to truly love anything that lasts THAT long” she says with a chuckle. As for the list of clients, she loves them all.  “Thank you for families and generations of loyalty.  The memories and friendships I have made over the years have filled my heart”.  Mary loves what she does and continues to educate herself on the newest trends.

A Senior Stylist and colorist, Dolores has been in the hair industry for the past 10 years.  Growing up she was always the one to do the family hair and loved it.  She went to Capri Cosmetology in Nanuet and her career began.  She worked in Suffern as an assistant and then hairdresser and was presented with an offer to open a hair salon in West Haverstraw.  Dolores was both an owner and hairstylist there for six years.  After the birth of her first child, she decided to move away from the business end and continue chairside.  Dolores loves her clientele and enjoys all aspects of hair.  Whether a simple cut to a bayalage, keratin smoothing treatment or bridal updo, Dolores is there with a smile and the creative touch that keeps her clients coming back year after year.

Courtney is currently a Senior Stylist at Visible Changes. She was born with a passion for this industry. She admits that her inspiration not only comes from her family of hairstylists, but also the fact that she can help make people feel beautiful while giving them an unforgettable experience. She has even said that, “Working at Visible Changes with such talented people has taught me so much more in the cosmetology field and motivated me to become a successful hairdresser like the people I’m surrounded by.” Courtney is always learning and looking to gaining knowledge with in-salon and Arrojo classes. “My bosses Jimmy and Bridget are kind, loving, and caring and run a down to earth experience for all of the clients. I see the passion Jimmy has for learning new things and techniques and he has given that to me” this is one reason why she is perfectionist that she is. Along with continued education through Wella and Arrojo, Courtney has taken Wella Freelight color classes with Sonia Dove and is certified in Keratin smoothing treatments and Wella color.

Our assistants in training, this duo are on their way to the floor and getting as much education on the way that they can. Educated at Capri Cosmetology and then through our program at Visible Changes Hair Group, they are a very integral and important part of our talented group.  Schooled continually in Wella color and cutting techniques and Arrojo education they are an amazing support staff that keep sure that our clients and stylists have a great experience every time and every day.

Senior stylist and a certified airbrush makeup artist, Joan has more than 28+ years of experience in the beauty industry.  Joan graduated from Westchester School of Beauty Culture along with certifications and Paul Mitchell hair cutting and coloring certifications and Wella hair color 2001. Joan received her certifications on airbrush makeup trained by Dena Olson, pioneer and inventor of airbrush makeup in North Hollywood, California.  Joan loves learning something new she continues to expand her expertise and skills and hair and makeup.  “My love and passion for this industry has kept me going 30 years and counting.  I love keeping up with all the latest trends and surrounding myself with talented people love what do.”