Rita Hazan
Rita Hazan | |
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| Born | New York City, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Hair colorist, salon owner |
| Known for | Celebrity hair colorist; owner of Rita Hazan Salon |
Rita Hazan, originating from New York City, is a distinguished hair colorist celebrated for her work with high-profile clients and proprietor of the Rita Hazan Salon located in NYC.
Her professional journey began as an assistant at Oribe Salon, and in 2007, she made a guest appearance on the Oprah Winfrey Show. Since then, Hazan has earned a reputation as a preferred specialist for transformation segments. Among her notable clientele are Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Thalía, Jessica Simpson, and Katy Perry.
In 2011, she introduced her own hair care collection, which has been highlighted in leading fashion and beauty publications including Allure, Elle, Glamour, InStyle, and Teen Vogue. Additionally, Hazan serves as a co-creator and color authority for the Unilever brand Sunsilk, partnering with the company since 2009.
Personal
Starting her career in hairdressing at age 17, Hazan spent ten years working at Manhattan’s Oribe salon before establishing her own salon on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in 2003. In November 2006, she expanded her business by moving into a 6,000-square-foot location at 720 Fifth Avenue, significantly increasing both her brand presence and client capacity.