Meet our Team

Roman began his career at the age of 17 working in one of the most prestigious hair salons in NYC, John Barrett Salon, at Bergdorf Goodman.

There Roman trained along side the most talented hairdressers in the world. He took his extensive knowledge and expertise downtown as a master stylist working for Butterfly. His clients include the top Fashion editors and celebrities such as Danica Patrick, Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin.

He has since established his own signature brand and aesthetic with the launch of Roman K Salon—one of New York City's most luxurious and sought-after salons.

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Biography coming soon...

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A visionary in the world of beauty, Dayna Goldstein is a renowned stylist and master extension specialist with over 15 years of experience. Known for her creative ingenuity and engaging personality, Dayna has built a devoted following by crafting flawless, customized looks—particularly with hair extensions.

Her career is marked by an impressive range of achievements, including styling at both Spring and Fall New York Fashion Weeks, where she has worked with iconic designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, Elie Tahari, and more. Behind the scenes, she has lent her expertise to some of the most beloved morning TV shows, including Good Morning America, Live with Kelly and Michael, and The Rachael Ray Show.

Dayna’s talent has earned her the opportunity to style A-list celebrities such as Martha Stewart, Serena Williams, Laura Prepon, Cynthia Nixon, Idina Menzel, and more. Her true passion lies in creating effortlessly layered styles, soft, sexy waves, and transforming curly or textured hair with a delicate touch that enhances every guest’s confidence and beauty.

As an industry innovator, Dayna has developed her signature technique, The Dayna Goldstein Method, which utilizes hand-tied extensions to achieve a natural, damage-free look. She has also launched her own line of premium hair extensions, offering a wide variety of colors and lengths to perfectly match every client’s desired style.

As a native New Yorker, self-expression has always been her greatest inspiration. Trained as a colorist with L’Oréal Professionnel, she has honed her craft in numerous salons over the past decade. She specializes in balayage, appreciating its ability to enhance facial features, face shapes, and skin tones with precision and artistry.

In 2018, she redefined her approach to hair painting by eliminating plastic waste from her sessions. By using natural fibers instead, she continues to create stunning results while promoting eco-sustainability.

Beyond the salon, her passion for travel has exposed her to diverse cultures and hair care techniques. This global perspective enriches her expertise, allowing her to offer clients a truly unique and personalized experience.

Sophie wanted to learn from top celebrity colorists in the industry so she moved to Los Angeles in 2014 where she got the opportunity of a lifetime and started apprenticing under Jennifer Aniston's long time hair colorist, Michael Canale, co-creator of the iconic “The Rachel” hairstyle. As Canale’s apprentice she got to travel with him working in different salons across the country and got to work on a number of his celebrity clients ranging from Faye Dunaway to 90s iconic supermodel, Carolyn Murphy. After a 3 year grueling training period Sophie decided she wanted to live somewhere more fast paced so she packed up her bags and moved to New York in 2019 where she immediately started building a clientele.

Sophie believes that hair color should look like it could naturally come from your head. She says the days are over where you have to put 500 foils in someone’s hair – now, its all about placement. She believes in strategically placing foils where the sun would naturally hit. She also loves to wrap the tips of the hair in foils to give that extra “pop” of brightness towards the ends, creating a more modern movement with color.

Sophie is known by her clients for taking their hair’s natural beauty and enhancing it to make it the hair of their dreams. Her creativity and easy going demeanor has her clients always coming back for more.  Whether Sophie is doing color, extensions or keratins, she likes to tell people she has the greatest job in the world because she gets to work with her friends on her friends while making them feel beautiful.

Arjo's passion for the beauty industry runs deep, and it all began in her homeland of India. Growing up, she was immersed in the world of beauty from an early age, as her mother owned a successful beauty salon. Inspired by her mother’s dedication and artistry, Arjo knew she wanted to follow in her footsteps and make her own mark in the industry. She embarked on an exciting journey to the United States to study beauty at the prestigious Aveda Institute in New York.

Arjo’s career started with makeup, where she developed her eye for detail and dedication to her craft. She later discovered a love for blondes and a talent for creating lived-in, natural looks. Since joining the RKS team in 2020, she has become a talented colorist, specializing in highlights, balayage, classic foils, air touch, and blowouts. Arjo is also skilled in keratin treatments, ensuring her clients' hair not only looks stunning but feels healthy and nourished. Step into Arjo’s chair and let her creativity unfold, transforming your hair into a true masterpiece.

Born into an artistic family with a filmmaker father and actress mother, Bella has been immersed in the world of art since day one. Her own artistic journey includes ballet, piano, and even writing novels, alongside a deep love for science, particularly chemistry. This unique blend of art and science led her to hair, where she found her true calling.

As a passionate color specialist, Bella is dedicated to hair health and timeless, transformative styles. Always innovating, she creates new techniques and formulas, drawing inspiration from both art and nature to craft masterpieces. To her, hair is not just a style—it's a crown you never take off.

Bella’s career began in Moscow in 1998, quickly gaining recognition for her exceptional skills. Between 2000 and 2005, she earned multiple top awards in prestigious hair color competitions. She has also graced Moscow Fashion Week, working alongside top designers, and later became the main color educator for Goldwell, traveling the world to share her knowledge.
In 2014, Bella moved to New York City, where she quickly established herself in the city's upscale salons. Here, she continues to grow and create, constantly evolving as an artist. For Bella, art is not just what she does—it’s who she is.

As a highly experienced and sought-after hairstylist, makeup artist, and wig maker with 14 years of expertise, she has excelled in various domains, including Broadway shows, hair salon bars, fashion photo shoots, weddings, and event hair and makeup. Renowned as the go-to professional for exceptional hair services, her additional expertise lies in crafting wigs for various Broadway productions, showcasing her consistent dedication to honing her creative skills.

Offering a diverse range of textured haircuts and styles, including long, pixie, and bob cuts, her personalized approach ensures that she brings her clients' visions to life, resulting in the perfect haircut every time. Clients consistently appreciate her professionalism and friendly demeanor, making her a trusted choice in the industry.

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With roots in NYC's Lower East Side, Mario Vasquez is renowned for his ability to blend glamour and sophistication with an edgy, modern flair.

After years of collaborating with industry leaders, Mario now showcases his talents in fashion shows, editorials, and special events. Currently, he serves as a senior stylist at the luxurious Roman K Salon Flatiron. Aveda-trained and a former master educator for GHD, the UK’s top global styling brand, Mario continues to elevate his craft.

His career highlights include a TV appearance on the Today Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda, as well as working with high-profile celebrities such as Gina Rodriguez, Robin Wright, The Bella Twins, Joan Jett, Bryce Dallas Howard, Daphne Rubin-Vega, the Hilfigers, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Camryn Manheim. By embracing today’s opportunities, Mario Vasquez continues to create the art of tomorrow.

Spending his formative years in Maryland, Xavier was always curious about what the rest of the world had to offer. During his last semester of high school, he sought guidance from his teachers to help him choose the right career path. Known for his funky and creative hairstyles, it was clear to everyone that he was destined to become a hairstylist. This sparked Xavier’s journey into hair, leading him to the Aveda Institute in New York City in 2008.

After graduating, Xavier apprenticed and refined his skills at two renowned salons: John Sahag Workshop and Christoph Martin of Vidal Sassoon. By the age of twenty-three, he had already contributed to several fashion and TV productions, including Model Latina, La La's Full Court Life, and H&M’s fashion show with the world-renowned Guido.

With over 15 years of experience, Xavier brings a wealth of expertise in salon education and management. He has found his passion and calling, from his roots in rural Maryland to working on Cyndi Lauper’s MAC lipstick ads. Specializing in men’s haircuts and more, he is excited to continue his journey, creating fresh and inspiring looks for his clients.

Specializing in hair cutting and extensions, Scott’s goal is to create attractive, wearable looks for his clients. His approach to cutting is highly personalized, tailoring each style to suit the client’s features and hair texture for a low-maintenance look that’s easy to recreate at home. Scott believes that a great haircut should do much of the work for you.

In addition to his salon work, Scott is a union stylist in film and television. He starts his day styling the anchors and guests of *Good Morning America* before heading to the salon to work with his clients.

Bad breakup? New job? Or are you just daring? Bianca’s creative outlook and vast background in creating unique looks is just what you need to reinvent your style. 

Although a New York native, Bianca’s passion for hair was born in Puerto Rico where she spent summers watching her aunts style hair in their home salon. Deriving inspiration from sci-fi movies, T.V. shows, and graphic novels, she will create a risky look that only you could pull off. Combining her sci-fi flair with her experience working on fashion shoots and shows (including making merkins and Mohawks from scratch for a Kai Min futuristic fashion show!) , Bianca’s vision is exactly what you need in your life.

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Hailing from the vibrant and culturally rich country of Guatemala, Maricely brings a unique blend of creativity, precision, and warmth to her work. Her journey in the beauty industry began when she pursued her dreams in the United States, studying at the esteemed Empire Beauty School. With a natural talent for haircuts, she quickly discovered her passion for helping people look and feel their best by creating stylish and personalized looks for both women and men.

Maricely joined the RKS team in 2021, where she had the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and collaborate with models and stylists. Through these experiences, she refined her skills and developed into a truly talented specialist in haircuts, updos, keratins, extensions, and blowouts. Her warm and friendly demeanor creates a welcoming and comfortable environment for her clients, ensuring that every visit to the salon is a delightful and transformative experience. Step into Maricely's chair and let her magic unfold.

Levi has always been surrounded by the beauty industry, growing up in a bustling hair salon where his mother, a well-known nail aesthetician, nurtured his passion for all things hair. From the moment he could hold scissors, Levi was experimenting with styles—his first haircut at just 15. By 18, he was coloring his friends' hair, embracing the learning process (and the occasional hilarious mishap!) that comes with developing a craft.

With a keen eye for sharp, geometrical shapes, Levi specializes in creating looks that are both edgy and glamorous. His love for vibrant colors and stylish techniques ensures that every client leaves feeling fabulous and confident. Levi is excited to bring his unique flair to our salon and can't wait to transform your hair into a masterpiece!

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Maria’s passion is to make people  feel and look beautiful and confident. She is a New York State Licensed artist who has more than 7 years experience in beauty industry. She specializes in micro shading brows, lip blush, eyeliner permanent makeup. She is always learning and evaluating the newest application methods and techniques not only in the USA but abroad as well.

Micro shading brows gained popularity recently and are now the hottest trend in the semi-permanent makeup field. Because of its nature, this procedure gives your eyebrows unbelievable natural results. A properly shaped, eyebrow is one of the most essential characteristics of the face.  Micro shading brows are best used for diminished, over-plucked, very thin or no hair at all on your eyebrows and work great for men and women of all ages. 

If you would like to wake up with a fresh and naturally-looking face  you should book a free consultation with Maria. She guarantees that your face is in qualified hands and in a comforting and relaxing environment.

Growing up in Russia, Olga always knew she belonged in the beauty industry. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in professional makeup, high-end manicures and pedicures, as well as expert eyebrow shaping, eyelash enhancements, and waxing.

Olga is known for her meticulous attention to detail and her commitment to hygiene and quality. Whether you’re preparing for a glamorous night out or a typical day at the office, Olga will elevate your look with her vision and versatile skill set. Confident in her abilities, she guarantees that once you experience her luxury service, you’ll become a regular.

Marietta is a New York State licensed skin therapist with a strong passion for wellness and the beauty industry. Her journey began at Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics in New York, where she earned her esthetics license. With over 20 years of experience in the skincare industry, Marietta brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice.

Born and raised in Hungary, Marietta was immersed in a natural, organic culture that deeply influenced her approach to skincare. Her goal has always been to create a knowledgeable and professional environment in skincare. She believes in an organic skincare regimen, emphasizing that healthy skin comes from both the inside out and the outside in. Herbs, fruits, and plants play a crucial role in her facial services and home care routines.

Marietta has developed special treatments and techniques to achieve beautiful, healthy skin, using only non-toxic, organic ingredients that deliver incredible results.

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Sarina offers a personalized luxury color experience, drawing on 17 years of expertise to craft custom color formulas using freehand painting and a range of advanced techniques. She is also highly skilled in dry precision cutting, a craft she honed under celebrity stylist and television personality Dan Sharp.

Specializing in lived-in, natural-looking hair, Sarina’s unique dry-cutting technique creates seamless micro-layering and effortless shape. She recommends Pro-Addiction, a formaldehyde-free smoothing and protein treatment that lasts up to six months—firmly refusing to use any product containing formaldehyde. Committed to hair integrity and health, she prioritizes organic and ammonia-free products whenever possible.

Alex Budai, one of New York City’s preeminent hairstylists, is known for creating sexy and glamorous looks for elite clients, fashion designers, and creative directors.

Enjoying an extensive career, Alex has studied and worked for several years in Europe and has traveled for clients to major U.S. cities.

Some of the world’s top salons—John Frieda, Privé, John Sahag, and Rossano Ferretti—regard Alex as an elite stylist.

Found backstage at runway shows during New York Fashion Week for over twenty years, Alex has a loyal clientele that follows him everywhere, from New York to Los Angeles to Miami. His resume touts some of the world’s hottest fashion shows, including Roberto Cavalli, Diesel, Levi’s, Donna Karan, Jeremy Scott, Bebe, Zara, and Badgley Mischka. The Hungarian’s stunning work has been featured in Spanish Vogue, Mexican Vogue, Cosmopolitan Hungary, Oprah Magazine, Elle, Bridal Magazine, UNTITLED, and Marie Claire. His creative hairstyling has also appeared in A&E’s Private Sessions and E!’s Celebrity Weddings, as well as Samsung, Budweiser, and Dr. Pepper ad campaigns.

Celebrities he worked with include Lady Gaga, Felicity Huffman, Ivanka Trump, Vanessa Redgrave, and many more.

In 2016, he created and founded a unique nonprofit organization, Hair4Humanity. Under his leadership, this group of hairstylists has already helped thousands of kids, adults, and people with disabilities in need. www.hair4humanity.com

"When a client sits down in my chair, I look at her as a painter looks at a blank canvas."

Denise began her career over 20 years ago in California, gaining extensive experience that allowed her to refine her skills and specialize in both cut and color. Early on, she trained with the renowned TONI&GUY, where she quickly advanced to Art Director. In this role, she traveled and taught in salons, at hair shows, and at the academy as part of the educational team. Her talent earned her two prestigious awards at the annual TONI&GUY Photographic Awards before she transferred to NYC as an Art Director and Educator.

In New York, Denise expanded her expertise in color techniques, mastering Balayage and Hair Painting with L’Oréal and Redken. Committed to her craft, Denise continuously adds to her repertoire, striving to offer her clients the latest in cut and color techniques, along with an exceptional salon experience.

A native New Yorker, Jasmine draws inspiration from the city's vibrant culture, fashion, and people. With a strong foundation built at the Paul Labrecque Salon, she brings a chic and sophisticated style to all her work.

Continuously expanding her skills through education with L'Oréal Professionnel, Cezanne, and Oribe, Jasmine is always evolving as both a hairstylist and a person. With over 15 years in the industry, her mission behind the chair remains the same: to understand her clients deeply so she can create fresh, customized looks that complement their personality and lifestyle.

Introducing Meenu, a passionate and skilled hairdresser with nine years of expertise. What began as a hobby has blossomed into a true passion for hairdressing, coloring, and styling.

Meenu offers a range of services, including balayage, highlights, fantasy colors, keratin treatments, and haircuts and styling for both short and long hair. She’s also adept at eyebrow shaping and face threading. Meenu’s dedication goes beyond technical skill—she understands the transformative power of a great hairstyle and creates personalized looks that leave her clients feeling confident and radiant. Experience Meenu's artistry at Roman K Salon Tribeca.

With over two decades of professional experience in the hair industry, Ana, originally from Albania, graduated from one of Europe’s top beauty schools, N Amarantos-Eurocoiffure in Athens, Greece. After moving to the United States in pursuit of the American dream, Ana worked as a senior stylist in Boston, MA, for twenty-two years. Recently, she relocated to New York City to join her husband and is honored to have found a home at RKS!

Expert hairstylists with Ana's passion for people are rare. An attentive listener and detail-oriented stylist, Ana uses her skills and creativity to give you the look you've always wanted. She also takes time to share valuable tips and tricks for daily maintenance, ensuring you feel confident between appointments.

Specializing in dry cutting, Ana is committed to staying current with the latest trends and techniques, adapting them to achieve the look you desire, whether it’s a complete makeover or maintaining your current style. Her expertise accommodates all ages and genders, making her a versatile and trusted stylist.

With Ana, you'll leave the salon feeling wonderful after a relaxed and enjoyable appointment.

As a staple stylist and colorist in the Upper East Side, Anna has been providing excellent service to her clients for over 20 years. She has mastered color and styling for all different hair types and loves to make customers feel at home while in the chair. Her approach to color has always been to enhance the client’s natural color and features while maintaining the hair’s integrity

Meet John Molanov, a seasoned celebrity stylist with 16 years of industry experience. Originally from Cali, Colombia, John honed his craft by owning a salon catering to local luminaries and styling for major fashion events. After relocating to the USA, he continued his journey in the prestigious salons of the Upper East Side in NYC.

Before joining RKS, John ran his own successful business, serving private clients with his expertise in color, styling, extensions, and makeup for four years. Now, at RKS, he’s thrilled to continue his growth journey, fueled by his passion for the beauty industry.

Renowned for his work with celebrities and Manhattan elites, John’s stellar reputation precedes him. His knack for catering to discerning clientele showcases his extensive experience and expertise, making him a sought-after name in the upper echelons of the beauty world.

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Nancy specializes in styling with hot tools on all hair types. She has been providing excellent service to the Upper East Side for over 20 years. Whether it’s a first date, a job interview, or just a night out with friends, you will leave Nancy’s chair confident in your new look!

After moving to the United States from Russia, Olivia found herself in the beauty industry. She’s always had a great love for beauty and stayed on top of the latest fashion trends. She attended and successfully graduated from the Arrojo Cosmetology School, and immediately joined the growing Roman K team in 2017, here she has grown from Roman’s personal assistant to a talented colorist in less than 2.5 years.

Working with countless models over the years, Olivia has worked hard to hone her skills as a colorist, and is known for her work with blonde highlights, exercising different techniques such as Balayage, air touch and classic foils to achieve her clients desired look. But Olivia not only knows how to do color she is also proficient with Keratin, extensions, blow-outs and up-do styles. Olivia always listens and pays close attention to what the client is looking for and and as a result is able to give the best recommendation on which look will show the most beautiful you.

Hair Colorist & Makeup Artist with over 8 years of experience across Europe and the USA, Edesa brings an artistic touch and technical precision to her craft.

Edesa's passion for hairdressing ignited early in her life. Shortly after high school, she pursued her dream by attending a prestigious cosmetology school in Europe, where she honed her skills and developed a deep understanding of the art and science behind beauty.

As a hairstylist, Edesa specializes in color, highlights, balayage, AirTouch, color correction, keratin treatments, and makeup artistry. She is adept at creating styles for all occasions, from everyday looks to glamorous transformations. Her mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that every person who sits in her chair leaves feeling like the best and most beautiful version of themselves.

With her combination of technical expertise and a keen eye for detail, Edesa continues to evolve her skills and stay on top of the latest trends in the beauty industry, making her a trusted professional for clients seeking timeless yet modern looks.

Pepe, a master stylist and staple in the Upper East Side community for over 20 years, is known for his precision cutting & styling technique. Over the years, Pepe has mastered all hair types and will go out of his way to make your experience both relaxing and luxurious. Book with him today!

Arriving from Colombia in 2012, David Vernaza has spent over a decade honing his art and passion, blending his unique perspective with New York style. David sees hair as a personal accessory, a medium to project, show, and express ourselves to the world through different colors, lengths, and shapes. To him, hair is our signature, reflecting our lifestyle.

Known by many as the “wave master,” David has a special talent for creating beach waves on any hair type, using just the right combination of products and techniques. Each client brings a new experience, and David’s favorite moment is when a satisfied client looks in the mirror, radiating newfound confidence and joy. That smile is priceless.

While Tanya may be new to the RKS team, she is far from new to the beauty industry. Tanya’s impressive resume boasts over 25 years of professional experience, with fifteen years as a salon owner.

Born and raised in Uzbekistan, Tanya grew up watching her hairdresser mom working behind the chair and decided to follow in her footsteps.

Beginning her career on NYCs Fifth Avenue, she worked to become a seasoned artist. Tanya specializes in organic colors and highlights that are safe for even the most sensitive scalp and hair. The products she uses are made of natural and organic ingredients that leave the hair lustrous and damage free.

Your first results will leave you coming back not just for Tanya’s incredible product selection but for her personal touch as well!

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Biography coming soon

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Angelina is a third-generation stylist whose mission is to help women feel beautiful and confident. She believes that hair has a direct impact on well-being, mood, and inner strength.

Angelina has four years of professional training in cosmetology, barbering, and hairstyling, along with eight years of experience transforming clients. Hairdressing is a family tradition started by her grandmother, then carried on by her mother and aunt. Today, Angelina and her sister continue this legacy.

Angelina uses safe coloring techniques, considering the condition and unique characteristics of each client’s hair. Highlights, balayage, air-touch—she selects the best option to enhance each client’s look.

With in-depth knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, Angelina helps choose hair care that truly works.

Her goal is to create the hair of every client’s dreams!

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Originally from Romania, Amalia brings over 35 years of expertise in the nail industry. She specializes in European manicures and pedicures, medical pedicures, and European waxing. With a meticulous touch and a passion for precision, she also offers eyelash tinting, ensuring every client leaves feeling polished and confident.

Hidy is a highly skilled nail technician, waxing specialist, and facial expert with over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry. Originally from Vietnam, she proudly carries the heritage of her culturally rich homeland into her work, blending artistry and precision with a deep passion for enhancing her clients’ beauty and confidence.

Throughout her career, Hidy has continually evolved, staying inspired by the ever-changing beauty landscape and perfecting her craft. Her expertise extends beyond nails, waxing, and facials—she also specializes in ear candling, lash tinting, and eyelash extensions, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to each client’s unique needs.

For over a decade, Hidy successfully managed two thriving spas, gaining invaluable leadership experience while building long-lasting relationships with her loyal clientele. She also spent 10 years serving clients on the Upper East Side, where she became a trusted name in beauty and self-care. Today, she is honored to bring her skills and dedication to KRS Salon on Madison, where she continues to flourish in her profession.

Hidy finds immense joy in her work, cherishing the opportunity to make her clients feel confident, beautiful, and cared for. With every service she provides, she brings warmth, expertise, and a true passion for the art of beauty.

Victoria Tolmasov began her journey in the beauty industry at just 17, laying the foundation for an impressive career spanning over 23 years. As a dedicated professional, Victoria has perfected the art of holistic pedicures, offering a therapeutic approach to foot care that seamlessly blends health and beauty.

Beyond her expertise in pedicures, Victoria excels in brow design, creating personalized, stunning looks that enhance her clients' natural features. She is also a skilled waxer, renowned for her precision and gentle techniques.

With decades of experience and an unwavering commitment to exceptional service, Victoria has earned a trusted reputation in the beauty industry, helping clients look and feel their absolute best.