With 12 years of experience in shaping the images of hundreds of clients, Yoandra Blanco joined Qiu True Element as Senior Hair Stylist. Her extensive experience includes haircutting, coloring and make-up for fashion, photography and television. She began her career in Canada working at such prestigious salons as Hair by Giovanni, Salon Portugal and Adrianne Foley Spa. She moved to Miami to launch her career internationally and she has since set a standard of excellence and become an inspiration for the younger stylists. In Miami, Yoandra has worked at hair salons, such as Detleve Hair + Salon and Armandeus International Stylist. Within the fashion industry, she has collaborated with photographer/designer, Nicolas Felizola, among others. Her work has been featured in magazines, such as Mujer and Vanidades. She has also appeared on Galavision’s Moda al Rescate. She speaks English and Spanish fluently and holds a license in Cosmetology from the Florida State Board of Cosmetology. Her academic credentials include:

• Professional Modeling, Ice Barbizon Institute- Mississauga, Canada
• Hairstylist Diploma, Bruno’s School of Hair Design- Toronto, Canada
• Angel Sanchez Fashion Show, Hair Styling
• Vidal Sasoon, Razor Cut
• Mac, Make-up Class- Japan
• 4 Fair, Certified Instructor for Keratin Straightening Treatment
• Llongueras, Cut and Color- Barcelona, Spain
• Tony & Guy, Make-up
• Paul Mitchell, Color Retreat
• Denis Ludwing, Hair & Modé Exclusive
• Inspiring Champions, Salon Business and Management
• International Modeling Talent (IMTA), Make-up Artistry for Fashion.