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Tomomi (director)
Specializing in precision cutting, digital process & color/balayage
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Back in Japan, I was the store manager of a salon in Shinjuku. I have over 10 years experience as a hair stylist having won best award at numerous haricutting & makeup contests in Japan. I have also styled hair for various photoshoots and fashion magazines.
Why did you become a stylist?
I've always been interested in professional work of beauty. Also, ever since I was a little girl, I always enjoyed designing and making something from scratch.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream, what would it be and why?
COFFEE flavour,Because... coffee is my life!
What is your favourite food?
It's "Onigiri"rice ball!
Tai (director)
Specializing in Balayage Colour, Colour correction, highlights
Hi, my name is Tai, your favourite pho boy from Viet Nam. I trained and have been doing hair in Canada for 10 years focused on colouring. I’m comfortable doing any colour as long as it’s possible and practical for you. Just book a consultation with me and ask away, it’s free!
Name one movie you think should have a sequel.
I think not many people know this movie but I'm still waiting for Jumper 2, the 1st one was in 2008. Because teleporting like Goku was my childhood dream.
If you had to give your car a name, what would it be? Why?
It’d be Gal Gadot because I ride it everyday.
If you could bring back any fashion trend or old slang, what would it be?
Hmm difficult one, I'm not a fashionista, but as a hairstylist I'd love to see chunky highlights come back in NA, it has come back in Asia already.
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Masato (associate director)
Specializing in precision cutting, balayage colour
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I have been a stylist for over 10 years in Japan, Australia, Germany and Canada. I really enjoy creating hair styles that suit the client's face shape and lifestyle. Furthermore, I love getting to know clients which is why I became a hairdresser.
Are you sunrise, daylight, twilight, or night? Please share why you picked your time of day?
Hmmm...I am sunrise because I love to relax. I also NEED coffee and listen to music and puu puu..during sunrise lol
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If you could choose to be any super hero villian, who would you pick and why?
Im not sure if he is a hero or villian but I choose Deadpool. He is soo crazy and nice guy
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What is your favorite breakfast?
I like Milk :) So I always drink milk with my breakfast. Even without food, I might be able to survive on milk
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Mana (advanced senior stylist)
Specializing in precision cutting, digital perms, straightening, headspa massage
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I was working in Tokyo for 9.5 years at the same hair salon. And I have been doing makeup and hair setting for weddings, parties and professional photo shootings. I have great confidence in my head spa and massage skills!!
This is my dream to work in abroad since I was junior high school! Finally I could work N15 hair salon I’m happy to join here!
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If you woke up as any famous personality, what is the first thing you will do?
If I’m Victoria secret model...I will open my room’s big curtain window with both my arms,and I take in a lot of sunshine!!!
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Would you rather be stranded on an island alone or with someone you absolutely hate? Why?
I would rather be there with someone I hate! Because even if I hate them, we can still help each other. And after that I might find good attributes/personality traits in them!
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Be a giant rodent or a tiny elephant?
I chose a tiny elephant! Because that’s sounds so cute! And I want to be loved by people!!
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Seika (Senior stylist)
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Specializing in layer haircut & Natural Colors
Thank you for visiting my profile! I’ve been a hairstylist for 6 years in Japan. My specialty technique is layer cut style and extension. Let me find your best suitable hairstyle :)
What sport would you compete in if you were in the Olympics?
Snowboarding! This is one of the reasons I came to Canada!
What is your favorite restaurant in Toronto?
J’s steak Frites! My friend works as Pastry chef. You should try her pastry!! Definitely you like it :)
If you could pick up a new skill in an instant what would it be and why?
Cooking skill. I love eating but I can’t cook!! If you have some recommendations about a restaurant or recipe, please share with me :)
Kota (advanced senior stylist)
Specializing in short hair precision cutting & Natural Colors
My name is Kota and I've been a Hair Stylist for 7 years in Japan. I came to Canada to experience a melting pot of different cultures and explore a world that is different from what I grew up in. I enjoy biking, traveling, bubble tea, and hitting up the best restaurants that Toronto has to offer.
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If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
I would eat plain Japanese rice, because it goes well with practically anything.
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How old were you when you learned Santa wasn't real? How did you find out?
I don't remember exactly but I think around when I was 9 years old, I wanted to find out who really Santa was, so I stayed awake until Santa came to my house, and realized Santa was... ;)
What three items would you take with you on a deserted island?
Insect repellent, Survival knife, and Big Boat
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Ediva (stylist I)
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Focus on precision cutting, blowout styling, natural colouring & keratin treatment
"The world is but a canvas to our imagination”
I’m Ediva! I am a professional licensed stylist and certified colorist. I graduated with honors and won the “New Talent Award” from Marca College in Toronto. I also completed numerous hair courses from well known organizations, including Modernized Colouring, French Balayage from Loreal Professional Canada, Women's Styling from Your Space Academy and Men’s Barbering Artistry from Cadmen Academy.
It's been a challenging time for me to shift a career but it's amazingly worth it to be in the industry that I always admire! And here I am @ N15, one of the most prestigious salons in Toronto.
My wealth of hair knowledge and life experience will allow me to know your hair better than even you do!
Your hair is my canvas and the world is your canvas, what are you waiting for? "Let's make this project successful together!"
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What’s your favourite food to cook?
I love to cook. Even coming home after a long day, I find cooking a nice meal relaxing. It's one of life's great joys. I am great at cooking Korean Barbecue with all kinds of meats, beef, pork and chicken. Kimchi Stew is my soul food which I always cook along with K-barbecue!
What's something you’ve always wanted to do but haven’t done yet? Why not?
Acting! I used to be part of an acting group when I attended college in Korea. I would love to get back on the stage one day.
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If you were an athlete, what would you choose as your walkout song?
Fire by BTS