Maria, Level 2

Originally from Mexico, Maria has spent the majority of her life in Edmonds, WA. She has been immersed in the salon industry for since 2017, working previously at a downtown Seattle salon before joining Chroma in 2022. Initially focusing on haircutting, Maria has expanded her skills to include color services.

As a designer, she excels in creating a range of styles from short to long, and from fine to detailed cuts, in addition to providing comprehensive color services. Maria takes great pleasure in customizing cuts and colors to enhance her guests' natural features, educating them on how to maintain their styles at home. Her goal is to create a soothing and pampering experience for each client that visits the salon. Her expertise includes consultations in design and color, scalp massages, and crafting the perfect finishing style.

Outside of her professional life, Maria loves spending time outdoors and connecting with friends and family. She enjoys walking and experimenting with new makeup and hair trends.

Her favorite Aveda product is the Botanical Repair Bond Building Styling Cream. She values its versatility as a heat protectant or leave-in treatment that works on all hair types, strengthens and repairs bonds, and reduces breakage. Moreover, she appreciates that the entire Botanical Repair line is naturally derived, cruelty-free, and vegan.