WHAT crystal is most passionate about:
HELPING STYLISTS (LIKE YOU) LEVEL UP
& sharing her knowledge from behind the chair
how it all began
First came the stylist, then came the educator…
My journey started just like yours: behind the chair, learning from every client and every mistake, chasing that feeling of wanting to do better. Over the past 20+ years, I’ve trained at industry-leading academies like Sassoon, Pivot Point, TIGI, Arrojo, and Wella, and worked in just about every setting you can imagine: commission salons, studio rentals, on-location shoots, agency work, and even owning my own salon. Each step gave me new skills, fresh perspectives, and hard-earned lessons that shaped the stylist I am today.
Richard Julio Photography
10+ years ago!
Do you feel like you could do the same? Let me help!
I know what it’s like to feel the spark of “I want more” but not know how to get there. That’s why I created In The Chair with Crystal… to shorten the learning curve for stylists who are ready to grow. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your business, I’ll share not only the artistry of hairstyling, but also the business strategies, pricing models, marketing tools, and even wellness practices that make success sustainable. You don’t have to figure it all out alone: consider me your mentor, cheerleader, and guide.
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Designed to educate, elevate, & empower.
MEET Crystal
Two Decades of Styling, Teaching, & Growing
With over 20 years in the beauty industry, I've honed my craft through diverse experiences, starting out with 2 years of assisting and learning under many stylists to attending classes from renowned institutions and educators from Sassoon, Pivot Point, TIGI, Arrojo, and Wella. I've worked in various settings: commission-based salons, studio rentals, on-location gigs, agency bookings, and now I own an established salon, Meraki Hair & Body, located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Along the way, I've trained assistants, mentored apprentices, and learned invaluable lessons in both artistry and business.
My passion is to share these insights with you, so you don't have to navigate the challenges alone. Through In The Chair with Crystal, I offer a blend of technical education, business strategies, and personal development to help you build a sustainable and fulfilling career in the beauty industry.