Celebrity hairstylist Marcos Carrasquillo recently worked with singer and actor Jencarlos Canela, and singer, actress and entrepreneur Sissi Fleitas who are featured in the popular Latin American series “Un Dia Con…” that airs on Fashion TV. Marcos was in charge of hair styling for Jencarlos and Sissi for their respective shootings while Qiu Salon makeup artists, Xochilt Dueñas and Yoandra Blanco, were in charge of makeup.

The show follows different Latin American celebrities and other prominent personalities, providing the audience with an intimate look at the life of a superstar for a 24-hour period. “Un Dia Con…” airs every Wednesday on Fashion TV throughout Latin America.

Once again, celebrity hairstylist Marcos Carrasquillo and his talented team from Qiu Salon were part of this year’s edition of the youth award ceremony, Premios Juventud. The team from Qiu was responsible for the hair and make up of superstars Luis Fonsi and Tito “El Bambino.”

Singer/songwriter Luis Fonsi was the most prominent star of the evening, taking home a record 10 prizes in the Music, Fashion and Style and Pop Culture categories. He also took the stage to present his new single, ‘Llueve Por Dentro,” in one of the most powerful performances of the evening in which he combined live pyrotechnics and on-stage rainfall. Marcos Carrasquillo was the hairstylist behind Fonsi’s image, while Yoandra Blanco served as makeup artist.

Another superstar that shone during the award ceremony was Reggaeton icon Tito “El Bambino” whose performance of his smash hit “El Amor” was one of the best received presentations of the event. Qiu team member Joey Nieves was responsible for Tito’s hairstyle while Xochilt Dueñas was the makeup artist.

The funds raised will benefit children living in extreme poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean

Doral-based hair salon and day spa, Qiu Salon, and non-profit organization, Mision Child, recently joined to present “Maraton de Corte y Secado de Cabello”, a fundraising event to support educational programs that help children living in extreme poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean. The fundraiser that took place at Qiu Salon facilities in Doral raised more than $1,200. The money will be used to provide meals (breakfasts and lunches) for 300 students in Colombia for two weeks.

Qiu’s owner and creative director, Marcos Carrasquillo, was supported by his team of hair professionals including, Xochilt Dueñas, Lidia Fuentes, Nelly Anaya, Yoandra Blanco, Natali Pouchet and Katiuska Vargas. “It’s been a great experience to join with Mision Child for this special event. We have a moral responsibility to help children to break the poverty cycle and to provide them with the tools and elements necessary to obtain a better life. By providing them with healthy meals and education, we open a door to a brighter future and better opportunities,” stated Marcos.

Mision Child is a U.S. Christian-based, non-profit organization that supports and improves the lives of hundreds children and youngsters through educational programs and related services.  For more information, please visit, www.misionchild.org.

The creations of Marcos Carrasquillo, owner and creative director of the Doral-based hair salon and day spa, Qiu Salon, have recently graced the covers of various Hispanic magazines, including Target Style. The talented hair artist was chosen to create the look of such celebrities as actress and TV host Laura Ferretti, TV personality Mayte Prida, and actress Karla Monroig, as featured on the cover of the Spanish magazine.

Marcos’ meticulous work has also graced the cover of the recent special Brides issue of Imagen Miami Magazine that featured actress Ana Carolina La Fonseca, on its cover. Marcos was also in charge of Salsa crooner Luis Enrique’s image for the cover of his most recent album, “Ciclos,” and the photo shoot for Luis Enrique’s upcoming concert with Ruben Blades.

Marcos and the team of Qiu Salon have collaborated with TV y Novelas Magazine when the popular magazine has featured such TV personalities as Felipe Viel, Jen Carlos Canela and Fernando del Rincon in its “Portafolio” section.

Makeup artists and hairstylists, Dena Fabiana Gil, Realiz and Yoandra Blanco, are members of the talented team from Qiu Salon that worked with Marcos during the photo shoots.

A licensed skin-care professional with 27 years of experience in the wellness industry, Nilsa Corao devotes her time to improving the appearance of her diverse clientele at Qiu Salon. She began her career in her native Venezuela at “Francoise,” a beauty and wellness center that she co-owned and where she offered facial and body treatments in addition to working as a ballet and aerobics instructor. During her successful career, Nilsa has completed studies at various institutions in Venezuela, Spain and Miami. She is highly trained and very well versed in all areas of skin-care, including:

Facial :

• European facial
• Gentelmen facial
• Anti-acne
• Lifting
• Micro-demabrasion
• Rosacea treatment
• Revitalization facial

Body treatment:

• Massage (Relaxing, Thai, Stone therapy)
• Body wraps
• Reflexology
• Shiatzu
• Linphatic drainage
• Biodermology
• Corpo
• Yesotherapy
• Alternative therapyes
• Reiki

Nilsa offers a unique beauty experience to her clients providing personal analysis and recommendations based on each individual’s skin and expectations. She completes her sessions with advice about products, healthy eating habits and best ways to achieve an ultimate beauty and wellness experience.

From the very start it was apparent that Joey had a calling for creativity, in his early years, while his friends were out playing sports he was home flipping thru pages of fashion magazines that his mom kept around the house. Soon after that, around the age of 14, he started to practice on his buddies from around the neighborhood. After attending “Modern Hairstyling Institute” in Puerto Rico his goal was another, to see the world thru this wonderful art form, and he has done it since then. He worked for many years with outstanding hairdressers, and even opened his own salon, named “Storm by Joey Nieves.” He knew that there was more to this than just cutting hair as a routine, so after a couple of years with the salon he sold it and begun traveling around the US, from Chicago, to New York, to Los Angeles, Arizona, Florida, stacking up new clients all across the US. On the summer of 2008 he relocated to Miami to join Qiu True Element. With over 14 years of experience in the field, he’s known to be the outsider; the not so ordinary kid on the salon, his vision on creativity and simplicity mixed together makes a perfect combination. With a background that expands from hair color to advanced haircutting, he became aware that hairstyling is more than just a job, “is an art form.” His academic credentials include:

Modern Hairstyling Institute, Puerto Rico

Tigi advanced hairstyling

Paul Mitchell Systems

Sexy Hair, Hair Locks Extension System

Rusk & Tigi Color

The four-part series highlights beauty transformations and offers tips and ideas on different aspects of the beauty experience

MIAMI – May 18, 2009 - Doral-based hair salon and spa, Qui Salon, is featured in a four-part beauty series airing on Mega TV’s show, “Magazine Uno with Nancy Restrepo.” The series presents Qiu Salon beauty experts, Marcos Carrasquillo, owner and creative director, Dena Gil, makeup artist, and Nilsa Corao, licensed aesthetician. It also features celebrity fashion and image stylist, Sol Roman, from Osho Transformation. The series covers different aspects of the beauty including, hair extensions, makeup, facial treatments and makeovers.

The first part, which aired last Friday, featured the art of hair extensions. During the show, Marcos Carrasquillo spoke about the different types of hair extensions focusing on the Individual Strands method and its application and care.

Future segments will include:

Makeup Session- Makeup artist, Dena Gil, speaks about the types of makeup for your skin tone and shares techniques for makeup application and how to obtain a flawless finish.

Spa/Facial Treatments- Licensed aesthetician, Nilsa Corao, speaks about the importance of skin care. She introduces a non-invasive facial treatment that helps to prevent fine lines and wrinkles.

Beauty and Fashion Makeover- Marcos Carrasquillo, Sol Roman and Dena Gil share tips and ideas for creating an easy-to-do, younger, sophisticated look in a one-day makeover session. From haircut and color to makeup wardrobe and accessories, they explain step-by-step on how to create the perfect look.

“Magazine Uno” airs on Fridays on Mega TV:

12:30 PM - Mega TV local feed (Channel 22)

3:30 PM - DirectTV feed (Channel 405)

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.

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.