Wellington Location

Experienced Salon Experts in Wellington, FL

STYLISTS/COLORISTS 

Rachel Ciavattone - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Derna Lopez

Born and raised in New York, Derna was blessed with the gift of helping people discover their true inner beauty and confidence by showing them how to enhance their external outer beauty.  For Derna, the beauty world started naturally at age 8 when she gave the perfect Dorothy Hamill haircut to her mannequin doll, at 13 she started sweeping hair at her aunt's salon and by 15 she was able to cut and style. After graduating hair school, she opened her first salon in New York. Derna has over 30 years of experience and education. Her creativity and talent are clearly shown when she is behind the chair magically transforming dull colors and styles into shiny beautiful hair.  Derna enjoys meeting new people every day and making them look and feel their best.

Armineh Gharakhani - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Rhonda Moccia

With over 30 years of experience in cutting and coloring hair, being a hairstylist is not just Rhonda's career, it's her blazing passion. Originally from Miami, Florida, Rhonda began her tenure in the beauty world being influenced by the diverse culture the City had to offer, helping her understand the needs of different types of hair. She specializes in multi-color highlighting, coloring (especially reds), hair cutting and razor cutting. Rhonda has mastered her techniques through a plethora of continuing education classes, focusing on prominent brands such as Goldwell and Wella. For those who are a bit more health-conscious, Rhonda is educated in applying organic color systems as well as performing formaldehyde-free keratin treatments. Her personal keratin research has led her to successfully find products that eliminate frizzy , unruly hair, making it much more manageable to style on a daily basis, all without the worry of being exposed to toxic chemicals. Rhonda is talented in so many aspects of cosmetology and she enjoys meeting the needs of every client's situation to create a style or color that makes them look and feel beautiful and younger. She is excited to be a part of the Edmund James Salon team.

Linda Harder - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Linda Harder

 inda, a former New York Salon owner, has 25+ years' experience as a stylist. Her greatest gift is understanding and listening to her clients and suggesting styles to enhance their beauty; "I believe in maximizing the best of what each person has and to help them achieve their ultimate look and style throughout all stages of their lives. I believe it is good to update your style as you grow and your life changes. Hair design requires me to be a strong listener and have the ability to help guide clients to the best possible solution for their complete hair care needs. I enjoy helping my clients maximize their style as they journey through life and build long lasting relationships along the way."  Linda specializes in cuts, color, highlighting and up-dos for that special occasion.

Samantha Sansone - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Samantha Sansone

Graduating from the Aveda Institute back in 2009, Samantha's passion for the beauty industry started at the ripe age of 17 when she attended cosmetology school. Samantha specializes in seamless hair extensions. She loves to take short hair to very long hair and to use extensions to add body or any trending fun color to the hair while maintaining the integrity and health of the hair as well. Samantha also specializes in haircutting and color. She enjoys educating her clients on the newest products best suited for their hair and the available methods to transform the health of the hair. She loves the relationship she has with her clients, wherein they can envision a new style, cut or color and watch it come to life. Her goal is to have every client who sits in her hair love who they see in the mirror.

Aleya Mathew - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Aleya Mathew

Starting at a very young age, Aleya has had a passion for the hair and beauty industry. Licensed since 2005, Aleya has mastered a wide range of hair techniques including long layer hair cutting, hair extensions and keratin treatments, with a special interest and enjoyment in corrective color. Aleya believes in continuing education and strives to remain at the forefront of her field with her implementation and product knowledge. Specializing in trending coloring techniques, color correction, balayage, ombre`, free hand technique, foil highlights, lowlights, and precision haircuts, Aleya stays on top of the beauty world's latest trends assuring you will leave her chair with the look you want. Placing high value on what the client has to say, Aleya understands your needs and promises to always respect the integrity of your hair while striving for unlimited creativity.   

Armineh Gharakhani - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Chelsea Paino

Chelsea Paino has been in the beauty industry since 2011 and she strongly believes in ongoing education. She's undergone vigorous training throughout her tenure in establishments such as the Vidal Sassoon Academy in Miami and the Goldwell Academy in New York. Chelsea also attends annual hair shows, which both inspire and enable her to keep up with the latest hair trends and applications. Chelsea enjoys all aspects of hairstyling, with a special interest in Keratins, as she is certified in both GK Keratin and Brazilian Blow-Out treatments. Chelsea became a hairstylist because she has a creative mind and loves to make people look and feel beautiful. Chelsea loves her job and it shows in her work.

Armineh Gharakhani - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Viviana Maida

Exposed to the hair industry since 1995, Viviana has a deep love for hair and a desire for perfection. She has been gracefully serving the Wel lington community for decades and has an unsurpassed dedication to her clients. Viviana enjoys keeping up-to-date with the latest hair trends and continuing her education in various hair modalities. She specializes in highlighting with multicolor techniques, haircutting and razor cuts. Viviana is also a Certified Ouidad curly hair expert. She obtained this expertise by undergoing specialized training to thoroughly understand curly hair and curl patterns, thereby perfecting the art of cutting curls. 

Ailen Figueredo - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Ailen Figueredo

Ailen started her beauty career back in Cuba at the young age of 16 after realizing she had a natural talent and skill for hairdressing. In 2016 she graduated from the Latin Beauty Academy here in the States and attended various continuing education courses since that time, keeping up to date with the ever-changing trends in the beauty world. Ailen is a Master hair cutter, colorist and keratin treatment specialist. She has a particular interest in highlighting, lowlighting, balayage, baby lights and root smudges. Ailen's driving energy allows her clients the personalized attention they deserve, resulting in beautiful colors  and individualized haircuts that are most suitable to their face shape and their lifestyle. 

Ailen Figueredo - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Vanessa Lopez

Growing up in the hair industry in New York, Vanessa was inspired by her hairstylist mom and developed her skills at a young age. She found herself amazed by the creativity and possibility hair design had to offer and quickly molded her own unique craft. Now with over 10 years’ experience, Vanessa is working behind the chair as a Colorist and Stylist. Some of her favorite areas of expertise are color, cuts, highlights, Balayage, bleaching and Keratin treatments. Vanessa has attended many educational courses keeping her up-to-date with the ever-changing hair trends. Vanessa’s goal is to make you look beautiful and feel confident every time you are at the salon.

Ailen Figueredo - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Ally Doria

With many decades in the beauty industry, Ally  is passionate about the world of fashion, art and beauty. As a former Peter Coppola hairstylist (Boca Raton, FL), Ally attained excellent skills on color advising, developing trends, and designing hair styles. Her focus is primarily on color, with a heightened skill level on Balayage hair, a visual hand-painted technique. Ally is Certified in cold fusion Great Lengths, the latest method for applying bonded hair extensions.  Along with this, she also specializes in haircuts, hair straightening services , up-dos, bridal services and professional makeup application. Honing in her creativity, imagination and years of training, Ally has the utmost personalized service and looks forward to transforming you with satisfying results on every visit. 

Alfredo Van Deventer - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Adriana Batista

Brazilian-born Adriana, specializes in long-layered cuts, color,  highlights, hand-painted balayage, corrective color and Brazilian keratin treatments.   She's a Master and perfectionist at her craft of over 20 years.  Along with her bubbly personality, she has an unbridled passion for hair and works to make sure all of her guests feel special, unique, confident and, of course, beautiful.  Adriana always strives to bring out the best in her guests and creates looks that suit not only their face, but their lifestyle as well.  

Alfredo Van Deventer - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Alida Dekaj

Alida specializes in both hair and makeup.  She loves to create different looks and styles for her clients; whether they want a simple cut & color, or a glamorous makeover.  Alida has been working in the beauty industry for over 10 years, and is constantly educating herself in the latest techniques and products. She enjoys highlights, balayage, color correction, and keratins.  Alida is also available for makeup application for your wedding or special occasion.  From natural and subtle, or bold and dramatic, you can trust Alida with her makeup magic and transform you into a stunning beauty.  Her ultimate goal is to make her clients feel confident and beautiful, and to provide them with high-quality service and satisfaction. 

Alfredo Van Deventer - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Ari Delgado

Our newest addition! Bio coming soon!   

ESTHETICIANS

Wendy Madden - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Armineh Gharakani 

Esthetician/Threader/Anti-Aging Expert
After a 3-year-hiatus, Armineh is back at our Wellington salon, holding her title as the "Eyebrow Queen."  Along with her signature threading, waxing, facials and esthetic services you're accustomed to receiving, Armineh will be offering new services she has mastered during her time away. Procell Therapy MicroChannelling with peptides, growth factors and stem cytokines has become one of the most sought-after anti-aging treatments in esthetic skincare.
MicroChanneling creates tiny perforations in the skin that initiate a natural healing response. These perforations cause a healing cascade that produces new collagen cells and elastin resulting in firmer, healthier skin.  In the last few years, Microchanneling has made a huge splash because of how effective it is and how quickly it works, improving the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars, age-spots/sunspots, laxity and stretch marks.  Armineh will also be offering Epilfree, a 100% natural hair removal system, reducing unwanted hair growth while nourishing and softening the skin; an alternative to painful laser with exceptional results.  Come in and see what all the talk is about.  Armineh is excited to see you again!!!  

Michelle Milstein - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Vivian Garakani

Esthetician/Permanent Make-up Artist
Bio coming soon.

NAIL TECHNICIANS

Liat Bruck - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Liat Bruck

In 2009 Liat started her nail tech career at Edmund James Salon in the Gardens and joined the Wellington team after moving to Wellington and having her second child. Liat is an exceptional nail technician, loved by many of her loyal clients. Liat specializes in all types of nail enhancements, including acrylic gels, pink and white gels, gel manicures, spa pedicures and nail art.

SUPPORT STAFF

Brianna Soriero - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Brianna Soriero

Salon Manager
Brianna started working as our receptionist at the tender age of 16.  After graduating high school, she earned her degree at Palm Beach State, as a business management specialist.  With her long lasting love of the hair industry, bubbly personality, and years of leadership experience in the beauty world, she was promoted to Manager at our Wellington location.  She has a passion for communicating and getting to know each client individually.  Brianna will be sure to recommend the best stylist and products based on your hair's length, color, thickness and texture.   Her goal is to make sure  you always leave the Edmund James Salon happy and looking beautiful!  

Lillian Soriero - Wellington in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Lillian Soriero

Co-Owner/Business Manager
Born and raised in New York City, Lillian began her journey in the beauty industry in 2009, assisting her husband Edmund design and renovate the PGA salon from the ground up, and then ultimately helping to launch it.  In 2013 she was instrumental in the formation of the Edmund James Salon in Wellington.  Lillian handles various aspects of the salon business; from staff payroll, accounts payable and receivable to coordinating staff educational courses, answering Web mail, managing online appointments, advertising/marketing campaigns and engaging in all social media platforms. She also enjoys working at the front desk and personally interacting with salon guests.

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