pinkcomb | a pampered salon experience

What I do at pink comb:

I am the owner of the salon!

My Education:

I attended St. John's University in New York City where I attained my BS in Journalism with a dual minor in Theater and Advertising. I then went on to Christine Valmy in Pine Brook New Jersey where I studied hair, skin, nails and make-up and obtained my NJ State Cosmetology License.

My experience in the industry:

I grew up in a hair salon - it's second nature to me. I started doing bridal hair and make-up on a whim while working at a salon in Queens in 2000. With a small ad on craigslist and hard work and dedication, I built up my bridal consultancy resulting in the opening of Pink Comb Salon in 2008. Professionally, I have completed my Master Color Certification through Wella and have studied and practiced haircutting and hair coloring at The Studio San Francisco and The Studio New York City. My make-up artistry skills have been fine-tuned through education with MAC Cosmetics and Kett Cosmetics and have taken various courses at The Makeup Shop. My work focusing in bridal hair and make-up is well recognized throughout the tri-state area and has been published and acclaimed in various trade magazines such as NJ Bride, Inside Weddings, and Bridal Star Hairstyles and www.nymag.com.

My specialty:

Bridal Hair and Make-up and Advanced Hair-coloring Techniques.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Making people look beautiful and feel beautiful. It's a gift I am blessed to have! There is nothing like it and I could never imagine myself in a different career. It is a wonderful feeling to have found my "niche" so early on in life and I look forward to many, many years of my career in the beauty industry. I love my job!

Favorite Colors:

Purple and Turquoise

Favorite Foods:

Chicken Parmesan, Whole Wheat Pasta and Brownie Sundaes.

Favorite Places Visited:

Lausanne, Switzerland and San Francisco

Favorite Quote:

"Fear less, hope more
Whine less, breathe more
Talk less, say more
Hate less, love more
And all good things are yours."

My Hours:

I am at your service at Pink Comb Tuesday 12-9, Thursday 12-9 for appointments, Wednesday and Friday hours are upon Request.

Fun Facts:

I am the preferred hairstylist of Pampered Bride Weddings, www.pamperedbrideweddings.com

My salon was the preferred salon of the 2008-2009 New Jersey Devils Dance Team and 2008-2009 New Jersey Ironmen Dance Team. We cut and colored the teams' hair for the duration of the season and also provided hair and make-up services for their photo and calendar shoots.

I am the key hair and make-up artist for NYC Boudoir Sessions with Kamila Harris, www.kamilaharrisboudoir.com.

My work has been seen on www.nymag.com and Published in NJ Bride Magazine, Inside Weddings and Bridal Star Hairstyles no. 67.

You can check out reviews to my work on Project Wedding and WeddingWire

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What I do at pink comb:

Colorist/Sytlist

My Education:

Roman Academy Of Beauty Culure in Hawthorne NJ, Wella Studio (Colorist Program)

My experience in the industry:

7 Years

My specialty:

Creative and Dimensional color, Hi/ Low Lighting and Color Correction. Plus Advanced Cuts and some Bridal work.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Allowing so much artisitic freedom and diversity with every client. I love my job - it's that simple. I am passionate about my career in the beauty industry and love all aspects of my trade. I have taken training classes with Wella, Hair Sexy Concepts, Label M, Redken, Clariol, L'Oreal, and Gram Webb to further my education. I take great satisfaction in teaching my clients how to maintain their hair and their unique look. I believe everyone should take some "self time" to make themselves feel good inside and out. I always try to keep an open mind to all things - especially when its come to new clients and my steady clients. Each person is truly unique and deserves a different approach and application. It's my goal to make sure everyone leaves my chair satisfied : )

Favorite Color:

Yellow

Favorite Foods:

Sushi

Favorite Place Visited:

Hawaii but there are more magical places to come!

Favorite Quote:

"If I work hard at it, I will be where I want to be."

My Hours:

Tuesday (12-9), Wed (apt. only), Thursday (12-9), Friday (apt. only), Saturday (9-4)

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What I do at pink comb:

I started at Pink Comb as an assistant in November 2008. After being a stylist for 4 years prior, it was hard for some to understand why I was taking what seemingly was a step backward. I knew from the minute I walked into Pink Comb that if I didn't take whatever job that was being offered. I would miss out on an amazing opportunity. I am now a stylist at Pink Comb and I am also part of the bridal business. I provide all hair services from cuts, color and highlighting to special occasion styling.

My Education:

I studied cosmetology at Empire Beauty School in Cherry Hill, NJ.

My experience in the industry:

I have been in the beauty business for 5 years. I am certified in Matrix color. I have also taken many cutting courses through Matrix Design Team and Sexy Hair.

My specialty:

Creative and Dimensional color, Hi/ Low Lighting and Color Correction. Plus Advanced Cuts and some Bridal work.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

The people! Whether it's the clients, my coworkers, or educators, I have met such awesome people in this business. I have built lasting friendships with clients and some of my best friends are the girls I work with.

Favorite Color:

Purple, the color of royalty and also great for toning my sometimes brassy blonde hair!

Favorite Foods:

My current food obsession is guacamole and chips, hold the cilantro and bring on the margaritas!

Favorite Place Visited:

I haven't had the chance to travel as often as I'd like. When the time comes the first place I would go is Tel Aviv, Israel.

Favorite Quote:

"The key to finding joy in loving others is to focus on giving love, not on getting it. Receiving love is a beautiful result of loving others, but the pure joy of love comes from having a loving attitude - no matter what we get in return."

My Hours:

Tuesday & Thursday 12-9 Wednesday 10-2 Friday 10-6 Saturday 9-4 (if not out doing weddings)

Fun Facts:

I grew up in Cape May, NJ and the 3 things I miss most about home are family, the beach (of course!) and having a Wawa at every major intersection.

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What I do at pink comb:

Nail Specialist

My Education:

I attained a diploma from Essex College of business in 1987. In 1992 I completed and received my license from European Academy in the top of my class in the art of manicuring.

My experience in the industry:

I started my career at a nail salon in Kearny, NJ. I learned hands on experience of manicures pedicures silk and linen wraps and airbrushing. Soon after I competed in several nail competitions in NJ and NY trade shows and always got placed in the top 4. My experience in competing enabled me to be offered a job as a bi-lingual educator for EX Flow Nail System covering the Tri State area. This experience allowed me to work with the top nail techs worldwide teaching me techniques that have helped me perfect my artistry in nails. I taught hands on and nail theory in Cosmetology schools and New York City workshops.

My specialty:

Pink and White sculpted acrylic, Brisa Gels, Color Gels and Detail pampering manicures and pedicures. I have a strong passion for eyebrow grooming achieved with wax trimming and tweezing.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Knowing I put my best foot forward in creating the most beautiful set of nails.

Favorite Colors:

Red and Purple

Favorite Foods:

Pizza and Gyros

Favorite Places Visited:

Bermuda and Puerto Rico

Favorite Quote:

"God Be With Me."

My Hours:

Tuesday/Thursday: 12-8pm, Wednesday: 10-6pm, Friday: 10-6pm, Saturday: 9-4pm

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What I do at pink comb:

Hairstylist and Makeup Artist

My Education:

I am a proud Belleville High School Cosmetology graduate. I studied hair, skincare, and makeup and was licensed by the state of NJ, all before my high school graduation. I have trained at Martin Parsons Long Hairdressing and the Matrix Academy for color and cutting. I have also trained with MAC, Temptu Airbrush systems, and Makeup Forever HD Beauty Training with Sharon Gault. I am trained in High Definition makeup to create a flawless coverage on camera and film. I continue to perfect my skills with classes and seminars year round, all while working towards a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

My experience in the industry:

After working at a premier salon, I decided to venture out into the bridal industry. Since 2005, I have provided hair and makeup services to bridal parties and photoshoots all over NJ & NY.

I work with all textures and lengths to create romantic updos to sexy half-up styles. I can incorporate extensions to create fullness and volume to any style. Today, I provide on-location hair and makeup services to bridal parties and lovely ladies ready to take everyone's breath away!

My specialty:

I use makeup to enhance and soften creating a stunning look that is unique to your skin tone and features. I specialize in Airbrush Makeup to provide a glowing, flawless complexion. Pimples, discoloration, and uneven skin tones are now in the past! I provide my clients with the highest quality products available in the industry.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

being able to use my skills to make women feel and look beautiful with the confidence to capture attention. The excitement and smiles of empowered women is simply priceless. I truly enjoy what I do, it's my passion!

Favorite Color:

Pink... of course!

Favorite Foods:

Brownies with Vanilla Ice Cream

Favorite Places Visited:

Santa Monica, California

Favorite Quote:

"Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world."
Marilyn Monroe

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What I do at pink comb:

Bridal Up-Do artist

My Education:

2007 High School Graduate, 3rd year college student at Laboratory Institute of Merchandising studying Visual Merchandising

My experience in the industry:

I've been in industry since 2005 working on bridal hair and up-dos

My specialty:

Up-Dos

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Taking pride in what I can do. I love making people feel beautiful.

Favorite Color:

Purple

Favorite Foods:

Lime grilled shrimp and chicken

Favorite Places Visited:

San Francisco and Aruba

Favorite Quote:

"Imperfection is beauty; madness is genius and it is better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring"
Marilyn Monroe

My Hours:

Friday, Saturday and Sundays

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Maryann began her hairdressing career by attending Capri Institute of Hair Design while a senior in high school in 1975. She attended part time in the evenings hoping to fall into her career once she graduated from high school in 1976. While in beauty school she met her first husband and together they opened their own salon, Carmelo's Hair Design in Oakland NJ. Having her first child, Michelle. They managed and worked hard together to get the business off the ground, but once it was established she left hairdressing for a while to become a stay at home mom. She still continued to do clients in her parents home, living there while their home was being built. During this time Maryann was involved with the business end of the salon doing the bookeeping and payroll. When Michelle's vision of Pink Comb became reality she was delighted when asked to be a part or her daughters dream.

You will find Maryann on Saturdays, doing anything from answering phones, to cleaning, to doing laundry. to even helping out with a manicure or pedicue when needed. Her biggest accomplishment however is her 3 beautiful, brilliant, smart daughters, who have lived out all of the dreams that she never got to do herself, but is enjoying every minute of the journey.

What I do at pink comb:

I started Pink Comb January 2010 as an Assistant. I am slowly taking clients and working my way up to become a full-time stylist. You can also finding me assisting at weddings.

My Education:

My sophomore year of High School I began attending Essex County Vocational School's Cosmetology Course, which is a school Nutley High School provides to students who want to study a trade. I attended ECVTS for 3 years. Soon after, I attended Capri Institute in Clifton NJ, where I continued my education and obtained my Cosmetology License.

My experience in the industry:

I come from a family of hair dressers. So I guess you can say its in the blood! I knew I wanted to be a hair stylist since I was very little. I gave my first haircut at the age of 5 to my grandfather (with his permission of course). I worked in a few salons assisting the past couple of years. My aunt always told me when you find a salon you love you know it. When I started Pink Comb I knew it was meant to be.

My specialty:

Hair Cutting/Color, Special Occasion Styling and some make-up experience. I am also certified in Coppola Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatment.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

I love making people feel beautiful. When I see someone happy with the work I did it makes me feel great. It’s not just a job or just working to make money when you do something you love. I love being at work and doing what I do, and unfortunately a lot of people can’t say that.

Favorite Color:

Blue

Favorite Foods:

Anything Italian and Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream

Favorite Places Visited:

I love Florida, but I am also planning a trip Bahamas sometime soon!

Favorite Quote:

"Duty makes us do things well, but love makes us do them beautifully."

My Hours:

I am here Tuesday thru Saturday, all the hours we are open!

Fun Facts:

I won first place in a competition for fantasy style, I decided to do Minnie Mouse & I made her mouse ears out of only hair! I also won first place in a up-do competition!

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What I do at pink comb:

Make-up for any occasion but mainly bridal

My Education:

I went to and graduated from Somerset County Technical Institute for cosmetology. From there I continued my education by taking classes and getting certified in: MAC Pro Cosmetics, Donna Bella and "The Hair Shop" Hair Extensions, MAC and Dinair Airbrush makeup.

My experience in the industry:

Ever since I was little I love playing with my friends hair and make-up, so it was only natural for me to dive into this amazing beauty industry. I started assisting at a salon when I was 15 and I got my own chair at 18, performing both make-up and hair services I have been working hard ever since.

My specialty:

I'd have to say…I can make everyone's face look flawless and make it last for hours on end!

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Making people feel and look their best once they leave my chair. It's such a good feeling to know that I helped brighten someone's day.

Favorite Color:

Red

Favorite Foods:

It is a tie between red velvet cheese cake and linguini and clam sauce… I know total opposites, but I love them both!

Favorite Places Visited:

Puerto Rico, I have family there, so it is always a good time when I visit!

Favorite Quote:

"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."
Audrey Hepburn

My Hours:

By appointment only

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What I do at pink comb:

Assisting in all aspects of salon life!

My Education:

I attended Aveda Institute New York and Capri Institute in New Jersey.

My experience in the industry:

My in-salon experience began in 2007, after attending the Aveda Institute in New York City. I have been around many different aspects of salon duties, and have served as both a receptionist and an assistant which has provided me with a lot of hands-on experience. I have continued my education in the field upon completion of school and am presently learning all that I can!

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Helping others to have a positive hair experience and feel good about themselves on the outside.

Favorite Color:

Varying shades of green

Favorite Foods:

Thai, specifically pad thai or anything Italian

Favorite Places Visited:

Assateague Island in Maryland.

Favorite Quote:

"Where there is love, there is life."

What I do at pink comb:

Make-up

My Education:

I attended Make-Up Designory in Soho NY. I've completed over 600 hours of specialized makeup training, including beauty, Avant-garde, fashion, airbrush and character. In addition, I am also trained in hairstyling and airbrush tattooing.

My experience in the industry:

Every since I was a little boy my hands have always been in my mother's makeup case. So growing up I had always known that makeup is what I needed to do with my life. I played around with makeup all through high school and in 2009 I started doing makeup for some local theater companies. In 2010 I decided to further my education in makeup and in enrolled at MUD. After my completion at MUD I started working alongside many photographers working as the key makeup artist. It has been an amazing ride so far and it can only get better.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Being able to create beautiful work, and make people feel special. It's an amazing feeling I get when I know I have made someone's day.

Favorite Color:

Purple

Favorite Foods:

Chicken Cutlets

Favorite Places Visited:

California

Favorite Quote:

"Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else"
Judy Garland

My Hours:

By appointment only

What I do at pink comb:

I am a freelance bridal hairstylist and I also am the feather extension specialist.

My Education:

I hold my Associates Degree in Business Management from Ramapo College and obtained my New Jersey State Cosmetologist License from Parisian Beauty Academy.

My experience in the industry:

I began my career at Carmelo's Hair Design (Michelle's fathers salon) in 2008 as a shampoo assistant. From there I began gradually taking on special occasion hairstyle clients and freelancing with make-up. I joined Pink Comb's Bridal Beauty Team in 2011.

My specialty:

Hilites and Up-dos.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

Having fun while working – it doesn't even feel like work to me. I enjoy being around people who love to do what I do!!

Favorite Color:

Pink

Favorite Foods:

French Fries on a daily basis

Favorite Places Visited:

Dominican Republic

Favorite Quote:

"Your Never Promised Tomorrow, So Live for Today."

My Hours:

I am at the salon doing Feather Extensions on Thursday Evenings.

What I do at pink comb:

I am a full service hairstylist that specializes in Keratin Bond Extensions and special occasion stylist.

My Education:

I attended the Hair Fashion Institute and have taken extensive courses in Keratin Fusion extension techniques with multiple companies. I am always keeping current with continuing education.

My experience in the industry:

I have been a stylist for twenty-one years and a specialist in hair extensions for the past ten years. Also, I am presently an educator for La Bella Hair Extensions based in Piscataway, NJ and am thrilled to bring her talent and expertise to Pink Comb Salon! I have exhibited my work at international hair shows and has won top prizes in both styling and extensions. Photos of my models have been featured in numerous professional hair styling books, including an award-winning cover and inside spread of Inspire (Volume 10) titled "Hair Extensions and Updos" As a caring and dedicated expert in her field, I have a passion for my work and unsurpassed knowledge in all aspects of hairstyling.

Favorite part of the beauty business:

My relationship with my clients and the feeling of satisfaction I get from helping make people feel great about themselves.

Favorite Color:

Red

Favorite Foods:

Plum

Favorite Places Visited:

The Greek Islands

Favorite Quote:

"Don't Sweat the Small Stuff."

My Hours:

By appointment only

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