I am African American and I am very particular about my hair. I have kinky roots, no relaxer/perm and I was looking for someone who could give me straight hair/blowout without over pressing it or damaging it. The search is over Armina is truly the best hair stylist I've had!! She knows hair beyond what race you are. She accessed the damage in my hair and gave me options that would restore my hair. I wasn't in the salon long at all (less than an hour and a half). When she finished my hair was light and bouncy just the way that I wanted it. I have decided to make her my new permanent hair stylist. If you are tired of over pressing, staying in the salon for hours. Please please go to Armina you will love her as much as I do!