Mika has always had a passion for hair, and started working as a stylist part-time at only 16. After earning a license in cosmetology, she studied at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology, with a focus on photography. All the while, she continued to work part-time at a salon, honing her skills as a stylist. Shortly after graduating from FIT, Mika joined the team at Salon A·K·S®, training closely with founders Alain, Kao and Susanna. Today she is proud to use her experience toward leading and inspiring her team members at A·K·S®.

Mika believes in individuality and ease in a hairstyle. She will work with each client to find looks best suited to their lifestyle and teach them how to create them. Utilizing skills learned in art and fashion, Mika's haircuts are designed to frame individuals face and body for optimum balance and proportion for them. Whatever texture your hair happens to be, Mika prides herself in working with it and making it work for you. Her versatility enables her to create any look. On a special day, trust Mika to create the perfect hair to complete your
style.

Mika’s work was seen in fashion shows for Abercrombie and Fitch, Dana Buchman In New York Magazine's 'Best of New York', Mika was recognized for
giving the best blow-dry in NY. She has also been featured in Allure, Beautynews.com, Self, InStyle Weddings, InStyle, Ladies Home Journal, among others.
 
She is highly sought after by NY's most prominent socialites, editors and those with a high sense of fashion. She frequently travels and makes house calls to accommodate the needs of her clientele. Mika is also popular among Washington D.C.'s fashion savvy crowd and travels there once every six weeks.
Her experience, dedication and easy going manner promises her clients a pleasant experience every time.

Model: TRIECE
Description: Triece has beautiful eyes and great cheekbones. I wanted her new hairstyle to both accentuate those features and portray her youthful, outgoing personality. I added some height to Triece's hair to elongate her face, while pulling the sides tight to keep the look modern. Flyaways were emphasized and the ends intentionally left unfinished. Once her hair was in place, I added the green flower for the ideal finishing touch: the rich color not only brought out the color in her eyes, but also added a playful touch to the final look.