Curly Hair, Modern Balayage, Dimensional Color · Ann Arbor, MI
Emelia Cruz-Avila
Stylist | Colorist
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Now Welcoming New Guests
@emeliamkpEvery service at Pura Vida follows the same consultation-first studio standard — grounded in tonal balance, thoughtful technique, and long-term hair integrity.
About Emelia
Whether your hair is thick, curly, wavy, or somewhere in between, Emelia approaches every guest with thoughtful, personalized care. From precision cuts to dimensional color and smooth, frizz-free finishes, each service is designed to enhance your natural texture and fit seamlessly into your everyday life.
Emelia specializes in curly hair, modern balayage, and dimensional color, creating soft, polished results that feel natural, refined, and easy to maintain. Her appointments are intentionally unhurried, allowing time for in-depth consultation and meticulous, customized application from start to finish. Guests often describe her chair as relaxed, welcoming, and effortlessly comfortable.
Originally from Mexico, Emelia discovered her passion for beauty at a young age and continues to refine her craft in both cutting and color. She also holds a bachelor's degree in International Trade and Customs, bringing a global perspective and clear, thoughtful communication to every consultation.
A lover of coffee, great food, and the cozy charm of fall, Emelia creates an experience that feels both elevated and at ease.
¡Habla español!
Hablo inglés y español, creando una experiencia cómoda y personalizada desde la consulta hasta el resultado final.
Is Emelia the right fit for you?
- •Want soft, natural-looking balayage or dimensional color
- •Have curly or textured hair and want shape + definition
- •Prefer a relaxed, unhurried appointment experience
- •Feel more comfortable speaking Spanish
- •Want guidance and a stylist who walks you through the process
What Emelia specializes in
COLOR SERVICES
Balayage
Soft dimensional & natural grow-out
Gray Coverage
Polished, consistent tone
Dimensional Color
Custom highlights & lowlights
Full Color
Root to end, integrity first
HAIRCUT SERVICES
Women's Haircuts
Shape & movement tailored to complement your color
Men's Haircuts
Clean, precise cuts with personalized guidance
BILINGUAL SERVICES
English
All services available in English. Full consultations ensuring every guest feels completely understood before any service begins.
Español
Todos los servicios disponibles en español. Consultas completas para que cada cliente se sienta comprendido antes de comenzar.
In Good Hands — What Guests Are Saying
"I've been here a couple of times and have had such a lovely experience each time. From day one, Emelia took the time to explain the entire process my hair would go through and made sure I understood all my options. She also gave me great haircut recommendations based on what would work best for my hair. You can really tell she genuinely cares about keeping your hair healthy and making sure you feel comfortable. The atmosphere is calm and relaxing, which makes the whole experience even better. Highly recommended!"
— danma ma
Before and Afters
Balayage
Gray Coverage
Cezanne Keratin Treatment
Follow Emelia's work on Instagram @emeliamkp
Ready to Book?
New to Pura Vida? All first-time guests start with a New Guest Appointment — a consultation-first experience designed to understand your goals.