While attending Tennessee School Of Beauty in 1994, David began working at J. Herrera Salon in Oak Ridge, which later became Maximillian Hair Design. So began David’s 10 year adventure with owners Jim and Sandra Herrera; each serving as an invaluable mentor and friend. The salon was an ideal environment to transition from the necessary but dull work of cosmetology school, to not only thinking outside the box but being thrust outside the box. That feeling resulted from encouragement to learn the art of hairdressing as practiced in the salon, as well as hairdressing for theater, opera, and feature film. Additionally, emphasis was placed on learning the art of makeup application for day to day, special events, the theater, and film and television. This direction and initial tutelage came from both Jim and Sandra.

These opportunities outside the salon afforded David many wonderful friends and unique experiences, such as serving eleven years as a key hairdresser with the Knoxville Opera Company. In 1997 David was thrilled to be among those chosen to create hairstyles for the movie October Sky, which was filmed here in East Tennessee. Earlier this decade he got the chance to work with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, doing makeup and hair work for performers Martin Short and Art Garfunkel. Oak Ridge Playhouse also figured prominently in David’s career, as a great learning experience in the early days, and through his continuing support when called upon to provide a special hair request. After Jim Herrera’s untimely death, David and his wife Jennifer purchased the salon from Sandra Herrera and renamed it Absolute Salon. More than 6 years later, the team of stylists and support staff are helping the David and Jennifer carry on the tradition of offering exemplary service in vibrant, yet relaxed atmosphere.

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Meghan is a 2007 graduate of the Tennessee School of Beauty. Upon graduation she had the privlege of working and learning under David Collins here at Absolute Salon. David has encouraged her to continue to develope her skills through various classes where she has earned certificates in color, cuts, body waxing, NovaLash Eyelash extendions, and make-up. Meghan is young, fun and full of passion for what she does.

She enjoys every facet of her day. Life is busy and all too often hectic and Meghan would love for you to come in, relax and let her pamper you. She likes to work closely with her clients to determine the exact look they want to acheive. She loves the satisfaction she gets from helping someone to look and feel better about themselves.

Call today and make an appointment to get those long luscious lashes you've always dreamt of!!

Donna is a 1985 graduate of Tennessee School of Beauty. In addition to training and performing backstage work with Redken, she has also trained with Jingles International, and Trevor Sorbie. Donna did her apprenticeship work in Knoxville, TN in 1986 at Metz & Kerchner, which at the time was the largest privately owned salon in the nation. Since then Donna has concentrated on "Precision Cutting" - a form of haircutting that involves precise measuring and ensures an even haircut with symmetry. She is also proficient in highlights and haircolor. Honesty and a "no nonsense" approach to hair is what Donna is well known for in our community. In her spare time, Donna enjoys photography, motorcycling and the outdoors.

Christie is a 1999 graduate of Tennessee School fo Beauty. After graduation she began working and training with Jim and Sandra Herrera, and David Collins at J. Herrera Salon in Oak Ridge. She left the salon in 2001 to relocate while her husband attended college. After working at various salons in Johnson City and Sevierville, Christie returned to her native Kingston and began working with David again at Absolute Salon. In the salon, she loves working with people to find the hairstyle that works best for them, and in the process making them feel good about themselves.

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Lara graduated in 1991 from Jon Louis School of Beauty in New York. She comes with experience from several New York salons. Lara has knowledge in all types of hair services. She has had some celebrity clientele and has been a master colorist specializing in corrective color and foiling. Her nail experience spans over 20 years with knowledge of many phases of artificial and natural nail care. Lara is known for her spunky personality and perfectionist approach to achieving the results her clients want. She believes in the importance of listening, since everyone expresses what they want differently. Her mission is to learn your “hair” language and work with you to develop your own personal style. She is married to a Chattanooga native and has three sons. She enjoys family activities, the outdoors and loves the color purple.

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Her bio is coming soon!

Her bio is coming soon!