Relax. Unwind. Rejuvenate.

Kim Taylor opened Essence Hair Studio and Full Body Retreat on May 2, 2011 after taking a year and a half off to start a family. She used this time to nurture her twins and gain perspective on what is truly important in life- treating ourselves and each other well.

Prior to moving to Evergreen in 2008, Kim spent eight years operating a very successful business as a hairstylist in her hometown of Bakersfield, California. She also served 3 ½ years as a member of the Italian Style Framesi hair color education team. Her training with Framesi has given her both a practical and functional understanding of the theory behind how hair color works; in turn she has been able to pass that knowledge along to many other colorists, helping to promote and preserve integrity and professionalism in the beauty industry.

Kim believes that the secret to being a great stylist starts with the ability to listen, understand, and respect each client’s needs and concerns without presumption. Armed with that understanding, a great stylist will then call upon her training to provide every client with a service that suites their individual needs.

A licensed Cosmetologist for seventeen years, Kim has always aspired to have her own salon. She has worked hard to create an environment that embodies all of the best qualities of the salons she has worked in over the years. She is committed to staffing Essence with professionals that truly stand out in their field, thus providing Evergreen with a truly amazing option for all of their beauty & body needs.

Kim offers Hairdreams extensions and Simplicity Hair Extensions.

A recent transplant to Evergreen, Emily Walter is from New Jersey, but most recently was living and working in Hilton Head, South Carolina.

Emily is a responsible spirit. She has been taking care of the needs of her clients as a fully licensed cosmetologist for the past four years. She loves helping people understand beauty and nature; how it is personal and defining- how it speaks to one’s pride of individuality, and can point one in new directions and change their life. Emily’s client’s become part of her own journey toward happiness, health, and well being.

Emily is a very talented colorist. She likes an edgy look, but is very well rounded and respectful of her client’s self images. She loves feathers and beads, and holds a special place in her heart for Phish.

Her individuality and creativity is credited in large part to her family, who has allowed her to be herself and continually encourages her go where her spirit leads, receiving life’s blessings and lessons along the way.

Marian Rose is a Certified and Licensed massage therapist.  More details to come...

Aaron Ambrosier has been a Certified Massage Therapist for over 20 years. A native to this area, he is a graduate of Colorado School of Healing Arts, originally founded and established right here in Evergreen. He also studied Reki at Dove institute in New Hampshire and is trained in La Stone Therapy.

Over the years his travels have guided his professional accomplishments. He served as Art Garfunkel’s personal Massage Therapist in the mid nineties, worked as a therapist for several cruise lines and was a member of the original staff at Tall Grass Spa. He has also worked as a freelance therapist, helping several massage studios in the Denver area launch their businesses.

These days Aaron stays closer to home. He enjoys being near his mom and dad and is a devoted husband and father to his wife Becky and 9 year old daughter Marlee. He believes in relieving stress through body work and laughter and always has a corny joke to share.

Aaron is available Monday through Saturday and is currently offering a 20% discount on his services every Friday.

Serissa Lafata is an innovative esthetician who is excited to bring her diversified skills and techniques to Essence. She received her training at the Aveda Academy in downtown Denver in 2006, and continued her education at the Denver School of Aesthetics and received certification in chemical peels and microdermabrasion.

Serissa is talented in the art of eyebrow shaping and is experienced in body waxing. She thrives in situations that enable her to use her vibrancy and creativity, especially in the realm of makeup application. A freelance makeup artist for MAC, Serissa thoroughly enjoys walking alongside her clients in mutual pursuit of renewal and reinvention. She values the process of skin care and strives to meet the unique requests that each client brings to the table.

Penny Sutter - Full Service Nails and Pedicures.

Brooke Anderson - Hairstylist.

Shawn Hamam - Hairstylist.

Shawn Hamam has always dreamed of living in a beautiful place with a great sense of community. In May of 2012, she and her husband and their two small daughters moved to Evergreen.

THEY LOVE IT!

Shawn has been a licensed cosmetologist for over 20 years and loves helping people feel good about themselves. She prides herself on coupling the artistry of her craft with great communication skills to create a fresh, natural look that is easy to maintain. She loves working with families, and encourages her clients to bring their spouse and children to her also.

Shawn earned a BS in Art Education with an emphasis on sculpture from Kansas State University. Her training in Fine Art, Sculpture, and Color, along with her extensive experience in cosmetology allow her to create a custom look for each client that helps them to feel naturally attractive and more confident in everything they do.

Living in this great community has sparked her creativity and vigor for life. She looks forward to working with her new neighbors in the Evergreen area, helping them to create and maintain their own sense of personal style.

Shawn is new to town, and accepting new clients. She may even have a same day appointment available just for you!

Sunshine O'Brien - Hairstylist.

Gigi Worley - Massage Therapist.

Christine Williams - Esthetics, Reflexology & Energy Work.