@leysahairandmakeup

Leysa Carrillo

Leysa Carrillo is a Cuban-born, Florida-based celebrity stylist with over 18 years of experience, known globally for her bold color transformations and expertise in textured and curly hair. She is the founder of Forever Curls Academy and a Redken Brand Ambassador. A two-time American Influencer Award winner and NAHA Educator of the Year nominee, Leysa made history as the first woman to win two BTC #OneShot Awards in one night and recently took home Hairbrained’s 2024 Color Video of the Year. Her work has gone viral, featured in Allure, INSIDER, Yahoo News, and more. In her classes, Leysa blends artistry with technique, breaking down advanced color placement and curl care strategies in a way that’s both powerful and accessible. Her sessions are high-energy, inclusive, and focused on real results. If you’re looking to elevate your work with curls, color, and culture-driven creativity, Leysa’s session will inspire and transform.

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Brands

Mainstage Presentations

@seangodard

Sean Godard

@samvillahair

Sam Villa

@sarabotsfordhair

Sara Botsford

@adriennedara

Adrienne Dara

@leysahairandmakeup

Leysa Carrillo

@justbhair

Brayden Pelletier

@philipforesto

Philip Foresto

@matt.swinney

Matt Swinney

Sunday, 8:55 AM – 9:40 AM

Individuality of A Masterpiece: Redken’s Path to Master-Level Artistry

At The BTC Show, the Redken team invites you to celebrate the "Masterpiece" theme. A masterpiece is distinguished by the passion behind the vision, the skill in its creation and the personalized approach that makes each client and stylist experience unique. Each Redken Artist will unveil their unique interpretations of a total look masterpiece, drawing inspiration from emerging trends and showcasing techniques ready for immediate in-salon application.

Classes

@adriennedara

Adrienne Dara

@leysahairandmakeup

Leysa Carrillo

@sarabotsfordhair

Sara Botsford

@seangodard

Sean Godard

@philipforesto

Philip Foresto

Monday, 8:45 AM – 10:15 AM

Real-World Color Theory: Blondes, Brunettes, Coppers & Custom Formulas

This session dives into Redken’s “Masterpieces” theme with intention, artistry and four color-forward looks that bring the canvas of hair to life. From luminous blondes to mocha brunettes, natural coppers to creative placements—this class is designed for all levels of learners, offering a clear, accessible approach to color theory and application.

Discover how to maximize the versatility of Redken Shades EQ, Color Gels Oils and Lighteners to achieve on-trend, high-impact results with efficiency and precision.

Designed for the salon pro, this class delivers:

Formulas you can use immediately behind the chair
Strategic sectioning and placement for high-impact, time-saving results
Tips for crafting customized, client-ready color with ease

This is the color class that bridges bold artistry and real-world application—don’t miss it.