Jessica Duarte
Instagram/Portfolio: Curllovebyjay| Lakeland,FL
Summary
licensed cosmetologist and curly cut specialist trained at the Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers. Detail-oriented and intentional with every client, skilled in curl-by-curl cutting, all haircuts, and color services. Prioritizes hair health, long-term maintenance, and exceptional customer service through clear consultations, personalized homecare plans, and professional product recommendations.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Cosmetologist- School Salon Clinic
Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers
Orlando, FL
09.2025 - 07.2026
Performed curly cuts using curl-by-curl and dry cutting methods for wavy, curly, and coily clients
Executed a full range of haircuts and color services with attention to hair health
Delivered hydration and corrective treatments to improve curl definition and manageability
Conducted thorough consultations and created personalized homecare and maintenance plans
Maintained sanitation standards, assisted with scheduling, and supported inventory management
Received consistent positive feedback for intentional approach, professionalism, and client education Customer Service Experience Provided friendly, intentional, efficient client service; handled transactions and scheduling; recommended retail products to support client goals
Student leader planned and executed talent and fashion shows for the school
Education
Licensed - Cosmeotology | License # CL1328435
Hollywood Instute of Beauty Careers
Orlando, FL07-2026
Skills
- Curly Cuts and Texture Shaping: curl-by-curl cutting, dry cutting, pattern analysis
- All Haircuts: precision scissor work, layered shaping
- ColorServices: single process, highlights, balayage, color correction, color placement for textured hair
- Hair Health andMaintenance: hydration treatments, protein/moisture balancing, corrective services, breakage prevention
- Client Consultation and Education: lifestyle assessment, realistic expectation setting, personalized homecare and styling plans
- Styling and Finishing: blow outs, diffusing, plopping, curl definition, long-wear finishes
- Sanitation and Safety: station prep, tool disinfection, compliance with Florida State Board standards
- CustomerService: active listening, retention through follow-up, retail recommendations, appointment management
Certifications and Professional Strengths
- Certifications: Barbicide Certification, Curl Cutting Workshop, Lash Lift/Brow Lamination, Lash tech certified
- Strengths: intentional and patient approach, strong client rapport, deep understanding of curl patterns and texture behavior, commitment to hair health and maintenance, reliable, punctual, and team-oriented, ongoing commitment to continuing education
References
Miss Agusto- Cosmetology Instructor, Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers Phone: 407-361-2413
Timeline
Student Cosmetologist- School Salon Clinic
Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers
09.2025 - 07.2026
Licensed - Cosmeotology | License # CL1328435
Hollywood Instute of Beauty Careers