Beauty Within

About Me

Hi, I’m Katia, an independent hairstylist specializing in low-maintenance hair at JR Beauty Studio in Springfield, NJ.

I take care of busy women and moms from Springfield, Westfield, Short Hills, Millburn, Summit, Chatham, Livingston, and surrounding areas.

I’m known for creating natural-looking highlights, lived-in blondes, and dimensional brunettes, precision haircuts for straight and curly hair, as well integrity-based services that prioritize hair health and longevity.

All services are customized to grow out beautifully with minimal maintenance

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What People Are Saying

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“I’ve been going to Katia for a few years now. She is an excellent and very attentive stylist.

She is especially great with color. She fixed my highlights a couple of times now.

The first time I came to her was after visiting another salon, and the second time was when I colored my own hair during the quarantine. And very importantly, she is also very honest.

She always suggests very flattering styles and will never overcharge you.

Ludmila Hopkinson.

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Katia is truly one of a kind! As someone very picky about who touches my hair, I can confidently say she’s the only one I’ve trusted for the past 4 years.

Her color technique is flawless, her hands are magic, and she always makes me feel right at home.

You’re not just another client; she dedicates time just for you and makes you feel special.

A true gem from our hometown, Nicaragua. Highly, highly recommend!

Kenia Gonzalez

“Katia rescued my hair and gave me the best hair of my life!

I had tried a couple of high-end, well-reputed hair salons in Millburn but my color was horrible.

Katia diagnosed the problem and transformed my hair color, very classy, (super)natural color, and personalized to my tastes. She also revitalized my hair with an exceptional haircut.

Katia is an artist, a lovable perfectionist, and a treasure of a human being. I spent a decade in NYC and, after moving to NJ, I really struggled to find a talented colorist. Katia is better than anyone i found in Boston, Sydney, Philadelphia, San Francisco, or NYC! Can’t rave enough..”

Elizabeth Violin

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