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Stylists
Rémi Metsu
Rémi Metsu is a precision stylist with a fierce loyal following. Known for expertly matching his vision to his clients’ look and personal style has earned him a devoted clientele that has remained with him for years. Born in France, and trained in Paris, Rémi managed salons ranging in size from 6 chairs to 60. A growing list of American clientele lured him to the U.S., working in exclusive salons throughout the Washington DC area, until he opened his own shop in 2006. His exemplary work has been featured in Allure Magazine, which named him “Top Stylist in Washington”. He has also been featured in Washingtonian Magazine and The Washington Post. Rémi’s national recognition, combined with his reputation as an exemplary stylist, have resulted in styling requests from notable members of Washington Political Society and Hollywood celebrities, including Hillary Clinton and Natalie Portman.
Renee Benedict
Renee Benedict is a haircutting specialist with 12 years’ experience as a hairstylist. In her 7 years as a haircutting specialist, she has developed her own unique brand by mixing modern techniques with a strong foundation of haircutting fundamentals. Renee loves bringing long/thick hair to life and maximizing shape and density for those with fine hair. She also enjoys cutting bobs, mid-lengths, and giving shape to curly locks. Her extensive training background includes Oribe, R+Co, Pony, Kevin Murphy, and Kerastase. If you’re looking for modern and effortless, Renee your girl!
Melvin Orellana
Melvin Orellana is a San Miguel–born hairstylist with over a decade of experience crafting voluminous, bespoke looks. A 2010 Beleza Academy graduate, he sharpened his stage makeup and event-hair skills under Jade Ramirez. Melvin then became image consultant to TV presenter Abby Guzmán and, in 2016–17, to TCS El Salvador news anchor Jancy Torrez—whose first-place win in a Central American journalism contest he helped style for. From 2010 to 2016, he led a 20-stylist team at Carnaval de San Miguel, Central America’s largest carnival. Passionate about turning clients’ limiting beliefs into confidence, Melvin continually hones his craft and looks forward to inspiring new audiences.
Colorists
Jeremy Buchanan
After his apprenticeship with Matrix National Performing Artist Terry Back, Jeremy’s career has been fast moving. His early work involved starting a regional beauty academy under the sponsorship of Columbia Beauty Supply where he traveled the country teaching advanced education and color trends. Soon after landing in Washington at 25, he became the color director at one of DC’s premier salons. Since then, Jeremy has established himself as an elite colorist recognized by numerous publications as well as on television including, Allure, Marie Claire, Washingtonian, FOX, TLC, and Harper’s Bazaar in which he was featured as one of the “Country’s 10 Best Hair Colorists”. As co-owner of One80 Salon, Jeremy has helped establish the salon as one of DC’s top salons. At his core is the focus on making haircolor more brilliant, consistent, purposeful and dimensional. His extensive knowledge of hair color and color theory has led him to be one of the most sought-after colorists in the city.
Heather Finkel
Heather's journey in the beauty industry began as a receptionist in a hair salon fourteen years ago. She soon realized her passion for hair color and began studying at Graham Webb International Academy of Hair. Upon completion, Heather enrolled in a year-long apprenticeship under a french hair colorist. Heather considers hair to be a very subjective expression of one’s personality. She specializes in Balayage (a french highlighting technique that involves free-hand painting of highlights onto the hair; a color, remarkable for the dimension and definition that it creates), rich brunettes and has an uncanny eye for creating a believable red. While heather's signature looks can be described as vibrant, soft, and natural in appearance, she tailors color to suit a client’s eye color, skin tone and lifestyle. Heather's accomplishments include, Allure Magazine, Washingtonian and The Hill. With fourteen years of experience behind her, heather is still passionate for the industry and can often be found in New York, Los Angeles and Miami on the weekends, participating in advanced education classes with some of the industry greats.
Claudia Torrico
Claudia has been a D.C. favorite for years. While working at a premier salon in D.C., Allure Magazine took notice of Claudia’s work and named her a “Rising Star.” Five years later, Allure Magazine listed Claudia in their “Best of Beauty” issue. Washingtonian Magazine also took note and named Claudia in their “Great Hair” issue. Its Claudia’s attention to detail that sets her apart from other colorists. Claudia is recognized for consistently producing color with incredible dimension and creating natural looking highlights, which makes her highly sought after. As the industry develops, she is constantly continuing to take classes to advance her own knowledge and deliver the most professional experience to her clients.
Assistants
Taleba
Ashani
Lucia
