Meet Maria

Maria Cardoso

STYLIST + COLORIST

Blonding and Extension Specialist

$120/HOUR.

@cardosocreationz

Meet Maria , with 16 years behind the chair, Maria Cardoso brings a well-rounded, elevated approach to modern haircare, shaped by experience working throughout Northern New Jersey and continued education with industry leaders including TONI&GUY, ARROJO, and Oribe.

Her background spans a wide range of color lines including Oligo Professionnel, Aveda, Wella, Milk Shake, Redken, and Matrix giving her a strong technical foundation and versatile approach behind the chair.

Maria specializes in sew-in and K-tip extensions, grey blending, curly haircutting, vivid color, and blonding services. Her work is centered around creating effortless, healthy, luxury hair that fits seamlessly into her clients’ real lives.

Passionate about modern color, smoothing treatments, and realistic hair routines, Maria’s goal is to help every client feel confident and cared for long after they leave the salon. Beyond the chair, she also loves creating content that educates, connects, and inspires both clients and fellow beauty professionals.