Mario Russo – Meet the founder and expert stylist at Salon Mario Russo
MARIO RUSSO FOUNDER / STYLIST 71 PARK PLAZA My journey into the world of hairstyling began at an early age, influenced by the artistry of design that surrounded me while growing up in Italy. However, it was during my teenage years in Boston that my passion truly took shape. Immersing myself in the vibrant punk […]
Meet Sal Malafronte – Expert hair stylist and artistic director at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
SAL MALAFRONTE STYLIST / ARTISTIC DIRECTOR 71 PARK PLAZA I’ve been with Mario for 25 years. I started at Salon Mario Russo when I was still in hair school, and I am now the Artistic Director. Education is super important to me. I traveled the country teaching cutting and styling for the Shu Uemura Art […]
Meet Rossana Casale – Expert hair, color and extensions stylist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
ROSSANA CASALE STYLIST / COLORIST / EXTENSIONS 71 PARK PLAZA I have been with Salon Mario Russo for 27 years, starting out as an Assistant. I got my training at Bumble & Bumble, Oribe Las Vegas, Wella and Great Lengths, as well as learning every trick of the trade from all the amazing stylists I’ve […]
Meet Patricia Zurn – Expert hair, color and extension at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
PATRICIA ZURN STYLIST / COLORIST / EXTENSIONS 71 PARK PLAZA Forging strong connections with my clients is the cornerstone of my career, providing a unique joy that comes from elevating someone’s self-image. Every time a client sits in my chair, I’m focused on nurturing their well-being. I honor their preferred style or guide them through […]
Meet Monika Ramizi – Expert hair & bridal stylist in Boston in Boston
MONIKA RAMIZI STYLIST / COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA Monika’s remarkable journey at Salon Mario Russo spans over 27 years, beginning as Mario’s apprentice after honing her skills at renowned institutions such as Vidal Sassoon and Wella. Her exceptional talent and devotion to crafting exquisite wedding and special occasion hairstyles earned her the prestigious Best of […]
Meet Michael Triflio – Expert hair stylist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston in Boston
MICHAEL TYLER STYLIST 22 LIBERTY DRIVE My philosophy revolves around understanding the unique history every client has with their hair, prioritizing their vision and hair’s intrinsic qualities. I aim to create an environment for open dialogue, making each client’s desired style achievable and empowering them to feel their most confident. Before hair, my life was […]
Meet Lee Combs – Expert hair stylist & colorist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston in Boston
LEE COMBS STYLIST / COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA My job is to listen intently to my clients wishes; my passion is to translate their wishes into the personalized details that makes each of my clients‘ style unique. As a Master Stylist for over 25 years, I specialize in short , disconnected razor cuts, creative curly […]
Meet Lance Collins – Expert hair colorist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
LANCE COLLINS COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA After starting my career in NYC working for Thomas Morrisey Salon, As the World Turns and overseeing the Ritz-Carlton Spas & Salons, I came to Boston and SMR 16 years ago. I received my colorist training at Bumble & Bumble and L’Oreal Academy in NYC. I was also honored […]
Meet Krizia Graceffa – Expert hair stylist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
KRIZIA GRACEFFA STYLIST 71 PARK PLAZA Krizia will be on maternity leave through October 29, 2024. We wish her and her family all the best during this special time. Hi I’m Krizia! I’m from Sicily, Italy. I came to Boston and SMR from central London, where I spent 6 years earning my hair stylist and […]
Meet Juston Distazio – Expert hair stylist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
JUSTON DISTAZIO STYLIST 71 PARK PLAZA I have worked with Mario and been a part of Salon Mario Russo in Boston for 33 years now . In that time, I’ve seen so many changes in the city, the company and the fashion world; watching Boston turn that corner and claim a piece of that is […]
Meet Julie Balewicz – Expert hair stylist & colorist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
JULIE BALEWICZ STYLIST / COLORIST 22 LIBERTY DRIVE I’ve been in the industry since 1993, I went to Blaine hair school, have completed all Wella color education courses, advanced training, I attend color conferences as much as I possibly can to stay up on current trends and keep inspiration. I have been written up in […]
Meet Ini Spahiu – Expert hair colorist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
INI SPAHIU COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA Meet Ini, a distinguished colorist who became an integral part of the Mario Russo team in 2011. Color isn’t just a profession for Ini; it’s her passion. She artfully combines the science of color theory with the finesse of an artist, meticulously crafting formulations with ease. With a dedication […]
Meet George Amaral – Expert hair stylist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
GEORGE AMARAL MASTER STYLIST 71 PARK PLAZA I’ve been a Master Stylist at SMR for 33 years now and been with Mario since the beginning 42 years ago! I got my training at Vidal Sassoon in London, La Coupe Montreal and my license at Blaine in Boston, as well as experience doing fashion shows for […]
Meet David Donnelly – Expert hair stylist & colorist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
DAVID DONNELLY STYLIST / COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA & 22 LIBERTY DRIVE Born and raised in Revere, I’m a Revere girl at heart, through and through. My journey with SMR has spanned almost eight years, making it a place I truly consider my forever home. With a mantra of “big hair, don’t care,” I draw […]
Meet Billy Boney – Expert hair stylist & colorist at Salon Mario Russo
BILLY BONEY STYLIST / COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA I’ve been a Stylist/Colorist at SMR for 6 years now, after my cosmetology training at Toni & Guy Arizona, Vidal Sassoon San Diego and Empire in Boston. My design inspiration comes from my passion to see the world- whenever I travel, I take the time to see […]
Meet Bella Caruccio – Our new junior stylist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
BELLA CARUCCIO JUNIOR STYLIST 71 PARK PLAZA & 22 LIBERTY DRIVE I’ve been at SMR for 3 years after getting my initial training at Medford Vocational, then a 2-year apprenticeship working at both SMR salons with all the senior stylists. I focus on female clients, especially cutting and styling long hair. I love creating soft […]
Barbara McCabe – Expert hair stylist & colorist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
BARBARA MCCABE STYLIST / COLORIST 22 LIBERTY DRIVE I’m Barbara, and I’m so grateful that I’m able to share my passion, creativity and talent in an environment that celebrates all walks of beauty and emphasizes the power of hair styling in expressing oneself. I’ve been in the hair industry for 27 years, and in that […]
Meet Anna Costa – Expert hair stylist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
ANNA COSTA STYLIST / COLORIST 22 LIBERTY DRIVE Born and raised in “the city of brotherly love”. Anna moved to Boston after marrying the love of her life Paul in 2004, and happily joined Salon Mario Russo in April 2016. Anna Costa, Stylist, Colorist, and Bridal Hair Designer, with many years of experience. She has […]
Meet Amanda Johnson – Expert hair colorist at Salon Mario Russo in Boston
AMANDA JOHNSON SENIOR COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA Amanda’s journey began in June 2005, as she started her training at Salon Mario Russo after making the change from Syracuse University. Further enriching her skills, she received training from color expert Alexandra Matiz at Wella’s New York studio and embarked on a global hair tour with Davines […]
Meet Alesandro – Expert hair stylist & colorist – Salon Mario Russo in Boston
ALESANDRO AMIN STYLIST / COLORIST 71 PARK PLAZA & 22 LIBERTY DRIVE I have been in the hair industry for six years and have always worked extremely hard at educating and pushing myself to the forefront of all things hair. I am fully Aveda trained, and have additional training from Bumble and Bumble NYC (curly […]
