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Hair

Rod,
Owner /
Master Stylist / Colorist
Specialty: Design and color to "amplify"
fine hair
With over 25 years experience, Rod is one of the most recognized
Stylists and Hair Color Specialists in Kansas City.
He specializes in high-fashion blonding techniques and will
transform your look, creating sexy, chic, flirty, and sophisticated
style with dimensional haircolor that will definitely get you noticed! Rod
trained at the prestigeous Vidal Sassoon Acacemy, and incorporates precision cutting with
freestyle techniques, using both scissor and razor cutting to perfect your
style.
"There's nothing wrong in
trying to look 10 years younger ... the art is achieving it!"
Known as Kansas City's "Hair Color Guru",
he is a master at creating the perfect blonde, as well as any
color you can possibly imagine. His creations are designed for your particular lifestyle, hair type, facial
structure, and desired amount of maintenance. His repertoire includes
everything from hip, urban chic to corporate sleek. Rod routinely attends
international hair shows, seminars, and advanced training all over the world to
keep up with the latest trends and techniques. Rod has also worked as a platform artist and stylist at numerous
fashion events.
Professional Career
Education:
Vidal Sassoon Academy - Santa Monica, CA Vidal Sassoon Advanced Academy - London, England Redken Color Academy - Los Angeles, CA Goldwell Advanced Hair Color Academy - Baltimore, MD Goldwell Advanced Color Correction Academy - Toronto, Ontario Canada Schwarzkopf Advanced Hair Color Academy - St. Louis, MO New York International Beauty Show - New York, NY Keratin Complex Hair Therapy Certification - New York, NY
Cosmoprof North America - Las
Vegas, NV
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Rhonda,
Owner / Master Stylist /Colorist / Hair Extensionist
Specialty: Complex, multi-hue hair color and
contemporary short hair design
Voted one of Kansas City's Top 5 Best
Hair Stylists in KC Magazine!
Rhonda has built her reputation as the stylist of choice
for her discerning clientele by delivering sexy, chic, vibrant hair. She is a certified hair color trainer and educator,
as well as a Technical Advisor for Schwarzkopf
International.
She loves hair color challenges and specializes in color correction.
She has a methodical approach with artistic intention and provides an
intensive consultation with each guest.
Rhonda trained at the prestigious
Vidal Sassoon Academy and artistically combines hair color placement and design with her
precision scissor cutting and freestyle razor cutting skills. She
strives to make the most
of your hair's own texture, and to compliment your particular lifestyle, hair
type, facial structure, and desired amount of maintenance. She believes your haircolor and style is your most important accessory, which will make or break your first impression to
others.
"I believe routine is the
enemy of creativity, and creativity is my passion!"
Rhonda also
trained in Beverly Hills to become a certified Hair Extension
Specialist offering the "Ferrari" of all hair extension systems to bring
to you the long, luscious, sexy hair you've always wanted. Together with her cutting and
hair color expertise, your hair extensions become absolutely incredible and
undetectable!
Click here
to see Rhonda's hair extensions.
Professional Career Education:
Vidal Sassoon Academy - Santa Monica, CA Vidal Sassoon Advanced Academy - London, England Goldwell Advanced Hair Color Academy - Baltimore, MD
Goldwell Advanced Color Correction Academy - Toronto, Ontario Canada Academy of Makeup for Photography
with Emmy Award-winning
makeup artist, Kevin
Bennett Hairlocs Hair Extensions Advanced Academy - Beverly Hills, CA EMINENCE Organic Skincare Clinic
- Orlando, FL and Chicago, Il. Schwarzkopf Advanced Hair Color Academy - St. Louis, MO New York International Beauty Show - New York, NY Keratin Complex Hair Therapy Certification
- New York, NY Cosmoprof North America - Las Vegas, NV
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Oz,
Premier Stylist
(Fluent in Spanish)
Specialty: Long hair design
Voted one of Kansas City's Top 5 Best
Hair Stylists in KC Magazine!
Oz is a skilled
Stylist
specializing in long hair. He has excellent
"finishing" techniques, resulting in numerous requests for special
occasion "blow-outs". He will match your style perfectly with
a hair color that will set you apart from all the rest!
"My mission is to make
individuals feel beautiful about themselves inside and out."
Oz
worked previously in Dallas at the prestigious José Eber Salon before
arriving in Kansas City a few years ago. He focuses on helping his clients
decide on the best style for their hair texture, face shape, and desired
amount of maintenance and is excellent with long hair. He attends continuing industry education to bring his clients the latest
style trends.
Professional Career
Education:
Goldwell Color Clinic - Nashville, TN Schwarzkopf Advanced Color Clinic - Kansas City Schwarzkopf Color Placement Clinic - Kansas City New York International Beauty Show - New
York, NY
Keratin
Complex Hair Therapy Certification - New York, NY
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Christine,
Premier Stylist /
Colorist / Hair Extensionist
Specialty: Back-to-back foiling
techniques and hair extensions
Christine is a talented
Stylist
and Colorist
specializing in back-to-back foiling techniques. She specializes in
thick, coarse hair with an ability to keep it under
control beautifully. Her knowledge in color
theory and application will breathe new life into your style.
"An amazing cut & color are the first steps in
a persons reinvention."
Continuing industry education allows
Christine
to offer her clients the latest in style and hair color trends. In
addition, Christine offers hair extensions using the "micro loc" technique.
Her haircolor expertise blends your extensions perfectly!
Professional Career
Education:
Goldwell Color Clinic - Nashville, TN Schwarzkopf Advanced Color Clinic - Kansas City
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Curtis,
Premier Stylist /
Colorist
Specialty: Medium-length design and
color
Curtis has
several years of experience as a talented Stylist and Colorist in Kansas City, specializing in classic women's styling. He focuses on creating the perfect hair
style for each client, then tops it off with a fresh approach to color.
"Beauty is not just skin deep, but first
impressions are."
Creativity flows in his veins, as he has contributed to the local music scene
as a lead vocalist. Curtis attends continuing industry education and workshops to bring his clients the
latest style trends.
Professional Career
Education:
Schwarzkopf Advanced Color Clinic - Kansas City
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Janelle,
Premier
Stylist /
Colorist
Specialty: Curly hair
Janelle
is a skilled Stylist
and Colorist
specializing in curly hair. She utilizes the acclaimed specialized "Curly
Girl" cutting techniques (made famous in New York) for
her curly-haired clients and prescribes specialty products for your specific
type of curl.
"I strive to expose and enhance the unique
beauty of each individual."
Janelle will analyze your hair type and will cut your hair according to its texture whether you flat
iron it or wear it natural, resulting in enhancing its natural beauty. She is also well-versed in hair color and
offers beautiful, believable results.
Professional Career
Education:
Schwarzkopf Advanced Color Clinic - Kansas City
Click here to discover your curl
type
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Joey,
Associate Stylist /
Colorist / Makeup
Artist
Joey is a
creative stylist, incorporating his fashion / editorial photography
education and years of experience as a gifted makeup artist to work with you
to create a "total look" based on your lifestyle.
"It's not what you're trying to erase - it's
about what you can do to enhance. Always show your confidence."
Joey also works
behind the scenes at fashion shows and magazine photo shoots as a member of
the creative team of L.A.- based celebrity makeup artist Christian McNally.
He enjoys sharing his experience from each event with his clients.
Joey strives to create designs that allow you to change things up and
achieve various looks. If it’s a style for everyday work or a sassy
look for a night out, Joey can definitely help you enhance what you already
have. In addition, Joey is a professional published photographer.
Visit www.Daicyfigueiredo.com to see his current work along with his
hair / makeup portfolio.
Professional Career
Education:
Jane Iredale Academy of Makeup, featuring
celebrity makeup artist Christian McNally
Schwarzkopf Color Placement Clinic - Kansas City
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Jesse,
Associate Stylist / Colorist
(Fluent in Spanish, French)
Specialty: Multi-cultural hair design
and color
Jesse
specializes in Hispanic and African/American textures and
is available for guests seeking hair design, color, or relaxing
services. His calm and professional demeanor will allow you to feel
relaxed and comfortable as he meticulously discusses his thoughts
and ideas for your hair design. He will never judge you, and
seeks only to help you discover how to enhance your natural
beauty.
"Creativity is allowing yourself to make
mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep."
Jesse relocated to Kansas City after previously working as
an associate in upscale salons in San
Francisco and New York City.
Jesse also travels to New York on occasion to assist his good friend and
celebrity stylist, Eliut
Rivera, in his prestigious Madison Avenue boutique salon
http://saloneliutrivera.com .
Professional Career
Education:
New York International Beauty Show - New York,
NY Keratin
Complex Hair Therapy Certification - New York, NY Vidal Sassoon Trend Release - New York, NY
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Tim,
Premier Stylist / Colorist
Tim is a highly skilled
Stylist
and
Colorist
with many years of
experience. He thrives on perfecting
"artsy" creations for his diverse clientele. He is as
comfortable working with curly hair as he is straight hair, always going for a
low-maintenance result.
"Look good ... feel amazing!"
Tim's low-key and
non-pretentious personality translates into a trusting and open client-stylist
relationship. His goal is for his guests to enjoy their
experience and to leave happy.
Professional Career
Education:
Schwarzkopf Advanced Color Clinic - Kansas City New York International Beauty Show - New York, NY
Keratin
Complex Hair Therapy Certification - New York, NY
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Caitlin,
Stylist / Colorist
/ Technical Assistant
Caitlin became the head
stylist at her previous salon before making the move to RŌCA Salon & Spa. She is
technical assistant to Rhonda, providing luxurious shampoos, color re-touch
applications, and fabulous blow-outs.
"When you stop learning, changing, and
growing, you start dying."
Caitlin
is available for fabulous updo's, hair color, haircuts,
and other hair services during select times throughout the week.
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Skin

Anesa,
Esthetician / Massage Therapist / Eyelash Professional / Makeup Artist
Anesa
moved to Kansas City recently from Virginia and has over 5 years experience as
a makeup artist for a famous department store cosmetic company. Her
caring personality enhances her brilliant skills as an esthetician
and massage therapist.
"My talent adds purpose to my life and,
sometimes, the ability to change someone's attitude towards themselves."
Anesa
offers a full range of specialty facials to accommodate every skin situation.
In addition, she offers diamond microdermabrasion,
facial peels (AHA skin resurfacing),
body wraps,
waxing services,
eyelash extensions, and full-body
massage.
Professional Career
Education:
EMINENCE Organic Skincare Clinic, St. Louis, MO and Chicago, IL Jane Iredale Academy of Makeup, featuring celebrity makeup artist Christian
McNally
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Melissa,
Esthetician / Makeup Artist / Nail Tech
(Fluent in Spanish)
Mellissa decided to change careers completely and
followed her dream to become an Esthetician. Her soft, kind demeanor
allows her guests to relax easily and feel confident they are in good hands.
Her facials will melt away any stress you are experiencing while promoting
healthy, radiant skin.
"A glowing face
reflects the beauty of the soul."
Melissa
offers a full range of specialty facials to accommodate every skin
situation. She also offers diamond microdermabrasion, facial peels (AHA skin resurfacing),
body wraps, and full-body waxing services, including Brazilian bikini waxing.
(Click here for information on Brazilian
waxing) In addition to facials and body treatments, she offers soothing
pedicures and natural nail manicures.
Professional Career Education:
EMINENCE Organic Skincare Jane Iredale Academy of Makeup, featuring
celebrity makeup artist Christian McNally
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Nails

Marsha,
Nail Technician
Voted one of Kansas City's Top 5 Best
Manicurists in KC Magazine!
Marsha is a knowledgeable
nail technician with many years of experience. She
offers Prescription Nails®
and sculptured acrylic nail enhancements, natural nail care for men & women, meticulous,
relaxing pedicures, and skillful "medi-pedicures".
"I'm most happy when serving the needs of my
guests."
Marsha's advanced industry education includes local and international training events
annually.
Professional Career Education:
OPI® Nail Enhancements
Prescription Nails®
nail enhancements
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Support Team

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Laura,
Reservation Coordinator
Our Lead
Reservationist, Laura,
is happy to assist you with your scheduling needs and any
questions you may have about our technicians, products, or services.
"It is my goal to create an enjoyable and
unforgettable experience for you."
Laura has extensive experience as a top-tier reservation coordinator at a
prestigious day spa.
Please feel free to contact her with any questions or concerns you may have
about our spa.
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Lauren,
Reservation Coordinator
Lauren has previous experience as a reservation coordinator at a premier spa,
and is our evening reservationist.
"Customer service is not a department - it is
an attitude."
Lauren's previous spa experience
allows her to assess your needs and partner you with the correct
treatment. She will assist you
with any scheduling needs.
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