Exceptional talent
Our Staff
The talented staff at Sophisticated Hair Studio is eager and passionate about helping you look and feel your best. We can help point you in the right direction and set an appointment that works for you. Come meet your beauty team today!
Esperanza
Owner
Esperanza brings over 25 years of experience to her studio, creating an atmosphere of respect and team work among her stylists. Her expertise includes color, cuts, blow-dry, makeup, and up-dos.
Some of Esperanza’s other interests include jogging, dancing, and food. As a health enthusiast, she also recommends and distributes GNLD products, just ask her how you achieve beauty from within.
Before moving to the US, Esperanza had extensive training in many related fields while living in Mexico. She also had to return to school upon moving to Miami to establish her certificates in the states. Along with her formal training, she has continuously been to conventions learning the latest trends, techniques, and systems to improve her skills. View her credentials below.
I have a passion for changing the looks of people with the right hair cut and color. Creating a big difference with style brings me joy.
Educational Background
IPROBEC—Toluca, Mexico—1993-1995
Instituto de Belleza, Estética y Cosmetologia A.C. – Professional stylist
Instituto de Belleza, Estética y Cosmetologia S.C. – Makeup and permanent makeup artist
Instituto de Belleza, Estética y Cosmetologia S.C. – Professional massage
VITEL—Toluca, Mexico—1996
Laboratiorios Cosmeticos de Mexico Peregrina S.A. – Japanese massage
Noubelle Institute—Miami, Florida—1998
Cosmetology diploma, 1200 hrs
Molalla, Oregon—2004
Certification in Bio-ionic Retexturizing System
Florida 2012—
Simplicity™ Certified Stylist
Work History
Owns first hair salon in Mexico−1996
The Cutting Room−Miami, Florida−1998-2000
Jungle Cut−Orlando, Florida−200-2002
Owner of Image Hair Studio−Orlando, Florida−2002-2003
Self-employed at Jodi’s Hair & Nails−Molalla, Oregon−2003-2004
Owner of Sophisticated Hair Studio−Palm Coast, Florida−2005-present
Shiva
Stylist
I am an Indonesian girl with a big dream! I have done makeup and hair since 1999 back in my homeland. I even did makeup since my teen years with my mom and her wedding business in the ’80s. Being beautiful and glamorous is my thing, and I would love to be able to do the same thing for all my clients.
My specialties include highlights, lowlights, color, haircuts, and makeup. My goal is to become a great cosmetologist. I love to learn something new every day to keep up with it all. I would love to do the best perm to fantasy color as well as nice natural makeup to fancy glam. I’m obsessed with hair and makeup, so please give me the pleasure of giving you the look you want.
For me all men and women are beautiful we just need to explore the potential that we all have.
Donna
Stylist
Originally residing in Long Island, NY, I moved to Palm Coast in 1986. My new cosmetology career started at Daytona College 28 years ago.
I specialize in haircuts, sets, perms, color, and being a perfectionist in all of the above. I pride myself in making relationships with my clients for life and being present for them when I am needed.
My passion is loving what I do along with making people feel good about themselves.
May
Permanent make up artist & esthetician
I have over 4 years of experience in the beauty industry. I love taking advanced classes at Persian Institute in Jacksonville to catch up with new trends and to gain more knowledge and skill about beauty.
I have learned the art of cosmetic tattoo only from the best artists at First Coast Microblading and poured the knowledge and skill that I have into my work. I enjoy the work that I do and I look forward to seeing you in our studio.
My passion is doing cosmetic tattooing, feeling the achievements of my work.
Alicia
Esthetician
Originally a Jersey girl, now living in Florida for the last 13 years with her family. Alicia has been a licensed Esthetician for over 3 years and has gained experience in the Palm Coast area.
She specializes in facial treatments tailored to fit individual client needs as well as waxing, lashes, and brow shaping and tint. Alicia believes in inner beauty and health as well as creating beautiful faces and achieving the best relationships with her clients.
Schedule your initial complimentary consultation with Alicia to identify the treatment that is right for you.
I’m passionate about aesthetics and helping others to love the skin they’re in.