our team | wash park
Jessica | Stylist | @jrodriguezpro
Specialty | Curls, Bobs, Bangs, Brunettes
For Jessica (she/her), being in the hair industry is a family business. So in 2009, she completed her cosmetology program at Aveda Institute Denver and hasn’t looked back. Her mission is to empower women to enhance their natural beauty by teaching them simplicity of everyday elegance. She can’t wait for you to tell her all about your hair!
Alex | stylist | @hair.by.alexvv
Specialty | Layers, Men’s Cuts, Lived-in-Blondes
Alex (she/her) began her career in the beauty industry in 2022 after graduating from the cosmetology program at Aveda Institute Denver. She has a passion for haircutting specifically and making people feel confident about their hair. She was born and raised in Colorado and in her free time, loves spending time with her family and friends, listening to music, and spending time in the mountains.
Joel | Stylist | @joelinthecity
Specialty | Balayage, “Barber” Men’s Cuts
Joel (he/him) started his cosmetology career in 2007 and has been in the Aveda family for years, and taken numerous advanced training courses. His attention to detail helps him refine his color and excel in cutting short styles and perfectly layered cuts on straight or wavy hair. A perfect day for him would be traveling to a new place or enjoying music at home. Joel considers himself a minimalist and is inspired by Tom Ford for his simple, chic style.
Katrina | stylist | @katrinamattiahair
Specialty | Lived-In Color, Dimensional Brunettes, Gender Affirming Cuts
Katrina (she/her) is originally from California, but moved to Denver from Portland, Oregon in 2019. As a fairly recent graduate from the Aveda Institute here in Denver, Katrina is so excited continue her education with us at 3C. Katrina specializes in gender affirming haircuts, grey transitions, and dimensional brunette colors. In her free time, Katrina loves hiking, and being outside in general with her partner and their eight year old black lab.
Kate | Stylist | @kateraehair
Specialty | Blonding, Layered Cuts, Fashion Colors
Kate (she/her) moved to Colorado from Minnesota in 2022, where she began her education at the Aveda Institute in Denver. As a self-proclaimed “baby stylist”, she is passionate about continuing her education + perfecting her craft. Kate loves to work with her guests to find looks that make every individual feel their best. Outside the salon, Kate enjoys spending time with her sisters, going thrifting, and exploring Denver. In the winter, she likes to ski, and in the summer months, you can catch Kate playing cornhole in a recreational league.
Erica | Esthetician | @ericatreat
Specialty | Facials, Dermaplanes, Microneedling
Erica (she/her) attended Aveda Institute Denver’s esthiology program while working in guest services and completing her apprentice program at 3C. She is a 2018 Professional Beauty Association Beacon Award Winner and has been a spa educator for Aveda’s North American Artistic Team since 2019. She is dedicated to remaining relevant through education, pursing additional certifications in dermaplaning, Gua Sha facial fusion + herbal poultice, and microneedling. As a makeup artist, she is passionate about editorial photoshoots, fashion week, wedding makeup, and traveling. She has traveled abroad attending London Fashion Week and the Editorial Experience in Budapest, Hungary. Erica enjoys spending time with loved ones, is a sucker for a rom-com, and always orders an iced matcha (or iced pistachio latte).
Alyssa | Esthetician | @skincarewith_alyssa
Specialty | Facials, Corrective Skincare
Alyssa (she/her) made way to Colorado in 2016 from Wisconsin (another Midwesterner around here). She graduated valedictorian from the Aveda Institute and is now the education intern at the Aveda Institute Denver when she’s not at 3C! Alyssa strives to create a safe and inclusive space for people to feel pampered + confident in their appearance. She loves to provide customized facials focusing on skincare, but also enjoys other aesthetic services like lash lift + tints, brow tints, and brow laminations. Outside of work, it’s likely Alyssa is reading a book while snuggling her cats, Bean + Boba, or convincing her husband to take another trip—ask her about her favorite places to vacation!
Alejandra | Esthetician + Massage therapist| @wellnessbyalejandra
Specialty | Facials, Cupping, Lymphatic Drainage, Therapeutic Massage
Alejandra (she/her/ella) was born + raised in Colorado and is bilingual in English + Spanish. She has been in the beauty industry as both an esthetician + massage therapist for 11 years. She has taken numerous advanced courses, including oncology training + trauma informed bodywork. She believes that the combination of therapies promote optimal health + wellness, and that customizing treatments to each person provides effective + lasting results. She strives to serve guests as a holistic practitioner where they can find a place of healing, support + compassion in their individual wellness goals through knowledge + superior service. When Alejandra is away from work she likes to spend time with her family (two children, four huskies + two cats), or spend time outdoors connecting with nature.
Kenton | apprentice stylist | @kenton.ob
New Talent Stylist participating in 3C Apprenticeship
Kenton (he/him) graduated from the Aveda Institute Denver in March of 2024. Born + raised in Denver, Colorado, Kenton is one of our new talent stylists participating in 3C’s apprenticeship. Coming from an Aveda background, he loves when the beauty industry combines his two favorite things— the earth and hair. As a recent graduate, Kenton is excited to hone in on his skills + work more with sustainable beauty. Outside of work, Kenton enjoys being out in nature hiking or camping when it’s nice, or watching true crime with his hairless cat Norman when it’s not!
Skyler | apprentice stylist | @hairstylerskyler
New Talent Stylist participating in 3C Apprenticeship
Skyler (she/her) is originally from Mendocino, California and moved to Denver in 2023. Shortly after moving, she found her way to the Aveda Institute Denver where she completed the cosmetology program. Skyler remembers always being passionate about doing hair. She loves that small changes can make a huge impact on someone’s confidence. As a new graduate, Skyler is just excited to move forward in the industry that she loves so deeply + she can’t wait to see what her future holds. When she’s not at work, you can catch Skyler being in nature— whether she’s swimming, playing sports, or just hanging outside with friends.