SCIENCE-BEAUTY-SAFETY

Disrupting The Industry By Putting Your Health First

Our carefully selected team of expert artists at The Clean Beauty Lab are the pioneers behind the NYC Clean Beauty movement. Each artist is fully dedicated to the art of healthier hair care and all of us live by the values of our brand, which entails protecting the environment in our day-to-day routines. 

  • “Building trust and strong connections with each client is at the heart of everything I do” - Angelica De Torres

  • ANGELICA DE TORRES

    Senior Color Specialist

    A California girl with a passion for beauty and connection, Angelica brings heart, skill, and precision to every appointment. As a Senior Color Specialist at CBL, her mission is simple yet powerful: to make people feel beautiful and confident through her craft.

    Angelica specializes in time-intensive projects that create a natural and effortless look, with a strong emphasis on hair health. Her meticulous approach guarantees that your hair maintains its integrity, shine, and vitality.


    With extensive experience in San Francisco, she has mastered the art of color formulation and client communication—consistently delivering tailored consultations

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  • Hair is your number one accessory — you wear it every day. Practice being kind." - David Rico

  • DAVID RICO

    Stylist & Colorist

    David is a passionate and creative hairstylist, artist, and designer with over 20 years of experience behind the chair.

    He began his career in Denver, Colorado, where he trained alongside some of the city’s elite stylists such as Eric Lobbin and Paul Garcia, and refined his color philosophy under the guidance of master colorist Andrea De La Garza and Hirschberger’s renowned Miguel Padilla.

    For five years, David served as an educator for world-renowned session master Kevin Murphy, before making the move to New York City — a place he has now called home for more than 14 years. His work spans across every facet of the hair industry, including film, editorial, Fashion Week, and Broadway, giving him a uniquely versatile edge.

    Beyond hairstyling, David’s creativity has also led him to earn two patents in handbag design, inspired by the vibrant fashion and artistry that surround him in NYC.

    David believes that consistency and a modern touch are essential in helping clients feel confident and current in an ever-changing industry.

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  • "Creating beauty in a non-toxic environment has not only transformed my craft but has also shaped my journey as a mother." - Lia Ormeno

  • LIA ORMENO

    Senior Hair Colorist  |  Keratin Specialist

    Lia is a conscious clean beauty artist dedicated to giving her best to each and every customer. Her extensive knowledge of products, treatments, and new trends gives her special insight when it comes to advising her customers. What Lia loves most is seeing the gleam in her client’s eyes when they see their transformation in the mirror. She focuses on the integrity of her clients hair by listening to them and understanding their needs. Her top notch customer service skills contribute to the loyal following she has at CBL.

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  • “My mission is prioritizing my clients’ beauty needs and their health.” - Malvin Almanzar

  • MALVIN ALMANZAR

    Founder | Master Colorist


    Malvin Almanzar is a visionary New York City stylist, founder and leader of the Clean Beauty Lab, a thriving enterprise he's helped build from the ground up. With a Master of Science from New York University, Malvin combines his expertise as a professional hair colorist and image consultant with a passion for understanding the mind and body. Known for his meticulously detailed blonde projects and impeccable results, he delivers personalized color designs tailored to each client.

    A yoga and travel enthusiast, Malvin frequently returns to his native Dominican Republic to connect with his roots. As he leads the Clean Beauty Lab, he continues to pave the way for future brand collaborations, blending his artistic talents with his entrepreneurial vision.  Outside the salon, Malvin finds new creative expressions through his fashion sense, acting, singing, cooking, and drawing, always infusing artistry into every facet of his life.

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  • “My ultimate goal is for my clients to fall in love with their hair.” - Simone Baker

  • SIMONE BAKER

    Master Hair Stylist  |  Colorist

    Simone is a Master Stylist and Certified L'Oréal Balayage Artist with over 18 years of expertise in transforming how clients see—and fall in love with—their hair. Specializing in precision dry cutting for all hair types and dimensional color techniques, she has a particular gift for working with curly hair—helping clients discover movement, definition, and confidence they didn't know was possible. Her deep understanding of how texture, density, and porosity influence both cut and color allows her to customize every service to each client's unique hair story and lifestyle. With her signature highlighting and balayage techniques, color clients enjoy natural, graceful grow-out that honors their time and investment. Working at a non-toxic salon that aligns with her clean beauty values, Simone prioritizes hair integrity above all else—ensuring every result is as healthy as it is beautiful. Known for her deep listening skills and intuitive ability to hear what clients truly want, she creates a chair-side experience where clients feel genuinely comfortable, seen, and understood. She's an expert at translating vision into reality, asking the right questions and setting clear expectations so clients can trust themselves completely in her hands. Beyond the chair, she's an educator at heart—empowering every client with personalized styling techniques and care routines that make salon-quality results achievable at home. For those ready to invest in themselves and their hair's fullest potential, Simone delivers an elevated, transformative experience every time.

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  •  "Revolutionizing beauty with purpose—where artistry, wellness, and innovation meet." – Mauricio Artunduaga

  • MAURICIO ARTUNDUAGA

    Founder | Master Stylist | Colorist


    With over 20 years in the beauty industry, Mauricio Artunduaga is a pioneer in clean beauty and one of the first organic-certified hairstylists in New York. His expertise in cutting-edge color techniques and precision styling has made him a trusted name for those seeking exceptional results without compromise.

    Mauricio planted the seed for what is now Clean Beauty Lab, driven by a simple yet powerful vision: luxury hair care should be safe, effective, and free from toxic chemicals. What began as an idea has grown into a leading salon where artistry and wellness go hand in hand.

    Known for his keen eye for detail and deep understanding of natural hair chemistry, Mauricio creates tailored transformations that enhance each client’s unique beauty—all while preserving the integrity of their hair.

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