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THE SALON

THAT FEELS LIKE HOME

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A NOTE FROM MARIA

Hi, I’m so glad you are here! Writing about myself is quite possibly The hardest thing for me. I’ve been really struggling and trying to avoid it and that in and of itself probably tells you something about my personality. I’ll give this introduction my best effort even though I can’t be surface. Ever! 

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I grew up in Brazil, in a beautiful, humble home—no glass in the windows, gaps between the boards, but an abundance of love, joy, and strength. I learned value, hard work, and integrity early—without the fluff. And somehow, by a twist of grace, I landed in the beauty industry.

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It never quite made sense to me. I’m mud cakes and scraped knees. Cold showers and wildflowers. I’m grit and power-through. I’ve never been passionate about trends, fashion, or aesthetics, never given great esteem for how things look or what they cost. For a long time, I felt like an outsider in this space—like I didn’t belong, like I didn’t value the industry like others do. 

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But over time, the Lord revealed to me what this work really is. It’s not about appearances. It’s about people. It’s about presence. It’s about holding space for the firsts and lasts—weddings, chemo cuts, breakups, breakthroughs. It’s the quiet bravery in a chair, the sacred pause between stories, the transformation that happens far beyond the mirror.

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This isn’t my career; it’s my calling. This is purpose and has become what I never knew I needed: a place to sit with people, to link arms, to celebrate, to serve. Yes, I love creating beautiful blondes, color corrections, sharing favorite products, and talking music; yes, I have a favorite coffee. But those things come and go, and they aren’t who I am. What stays—the part that matters most—is you. The soul work. The shared moments. The real, messy, beautiful stories we carry.

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So welcome. Come sit in my chair. Stay a while.

LET'S GET TOGETHER

(850) 291-6896

85 west airport blvd. Suite 7

Pensacola FL, 32571

HOURS & BOOKING

The Salon is open by appointment only Monday through Saturday, and is closed on Sundays. Please follow the booking link below to view our stylist's availability. 

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