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Karen Leon Islas

Brentwood,MD

Summary

Positive Salon Professional with 7 plus years of experience in the industry. Friendly and dedicated to providing exceptional service and experience to guests through delivery of beauty services. Meticulous and detail oriented skills that help provide the best outcome and service for the guest's needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Salon Associate

Bubbles Hair Salon
Arlington, VA
12.2016 - Current
  • Greeted customers, answered phones and booked appointments.
  • Provided consultations to clients about their desired hairstyle and hair care needs.
  • Shampooed, conditioned, cut, colored and styled hair according to client's instructions.
  • Educated clients on proper home hair care maintenance techniques.
  • Upsold additional services when appropriate to increase sales volume.
  • Attended trade shows and educational seminars to stay up-to-date on current trends in hairstyling.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety regulations in the workplace.
  • Developed relationships with new clients through referrals from existing customers.
  • Managed cash register transactions during checkout process.
  • Sanitized workstations and salon equipment to reduce risk of infection.
  • Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.

Education

Associate of Arts - Cosmetology

Graham Webb International Academy of Hair
Arlington, VA
11-2016

Skills

  • Customer Interaction
  • Customer Service
  • Upselling Haircare Products
  • Skilled in a wide range of hair coloring techniques including highlights, babylights, global lightening, Balayage, fashion colors, color corrections
  • Can demonstrate mastery in 7 hair services including blowouts, updos, haircuts, Keratin treatments, relaxers

Certification

  • ABCH Certified
  • Hairtalk Extensions Certified
  • KeraRX Certified

Timeline

Salon Associate

Bubbles Hair Salon
12.2016 - Current

Associate of Arts - Cosmetology

Graham Webb International Academy of Hair
Karen Leon Islas