I have been in the beauty industry for over 24 years. I have certification in makeup from Montreal and started gaining experience as an assistant in NYC. Driven by a passion for learning I became a licensed cosmetologist in 2007. To combine my love for wellness with my expertise in beauty I became a certified yoga teacher. I also worked as an educator and stylist for Aveda and assisted for Nick Arrojo in NYC. In 2013 I gained training in skin care and opened a spa for a prestigious Conde Nast Relais & Châteaux property. In 2017 I relocated to Asheville. I worked at Wink Salon, honing my craft and deepening my education. In 2023 I took a leap and started Rustic Ritual Beauty. I create my own product line, a lip and cheek tint for the adventure professional on the go. I also educate stylists, and still occasionally work behind the chair. I hold certifications in scalp therapy from Rene Furter, completed a "Cutting Specialist" class with Left Brain Group with Lo Shabino, and became a Blonding specialist in NYC in 2022. I am a mother to twin 7 yr olds and love the outdoors and spending time being a with my children.