MIAMI – December 3, 2008- Renowned Puerto Rican hairdresser and beauty educator, Joel Torres, is scheduled to visit the brand new hair salon and spa, “Qiu: True Element”, to provide training and continuing education to its professional hairstyling team. Torres, who serves as Regional Education Director for Puerto Rico and the Caribbean for the prestigious, “TIGI Advanced Academy Education,” will be available to offer his expertise and hairdressing services to the salon’s clientele.

On Monday, December 8, Torres will offer special training on new trends as well as new techniques and fresh ideas on creating and mastering avant-garde looks. On Tuesday and Wednesday, he will be available to service the salon’s clientele.

With more than 13 years of experience in the beauty industry, Torres is well known for his creativity and his designs for celebrity notables, including Gloria Trevi, Tommy Torres, Elvis Crespo and Antonio Orozco. His creations have been featured on prestigious runway shows in Puerto Rico and at high profile hair salons on the island.

For the past six years, Torres has served as Regional Education Director for Puerto Rico and the Caribbean for the prestigious, “TIGI Advanced Academy Education,” offering training and special presentations in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Panama and Guatemala. He has also traveled to such cities as Las Vegas, Orlando, San Antonio and Corpus Christi. Please call 305-863-2241 or 1-877-QIU-TRUE to schedule an appointment with Joel Torres or to request more information.

About Qiu:

Qiu: True Element is a unique beauty concept that brings together the infrastructure of a traditional beauty salon with image consulting and some of the most complete and advanced medical spa treatments available. From precision cut to color services, and from aesthetic treatments to image consulting, Qiu offers first-rate services, uniquely created to provide a true and relaxing beauty experience. Located at the Flagler Station Shopping Center in Florida’s Doral area, Qiu offers state-of-the-art facilities and top-notch services tailored to meet the demands of its clientele. For more information please call 305-863-2241, 1-877-QIU-TRUE, or visit www.qiusalon.com.