Melissa DeZarate

Melissa DeZarate is a men’s groomer whose expertise crosses hair styling, cutting, grooming and skincare – a true rarity in the grooming space. Affectionately nicknamed “human photoshop” Melissa excels at creating flawless yet natural looks that allows for her clients to feel and photograph their best.

She began her career in the fashion realm, perfecting her hair capabilities assisting industry artist legends like Luigi Murenu, Christiaan and Franco Gobbi.

Melissa then transitioned to an impressive celebrity career working with some of the world’s leading actors and musicians. Clients like Henry Golding, Conan Gray, Leon Bridges among many others call upon her for their red carpet and promotional appearances worldwide.

Melissa has also collaborated with photography greats like Ryan McGinley, Paola Kudacki, Ben Hassett and Lachlan Bailey amongst many others on iconic advertising and editorial projects. Most notably, Melissa was the very first men’s groomer to be a part of an ALLURE cover, with Billy Porter – the shoot was also groundbreaking in itself as he was the first male subject to ever be featured on the cover of the beauty magazine. She is also the first ever recipient of the Hollywood Beauty Awards Mens Groomer of the year in 2022.

Melissa is passionate about trends and new sciences in hair care, grooming and skincare, and challenges herself to study new techniques, products and sciences while being anchored in her classic training. She believes wellness should be accessible to all and participates in many charitable endeavors in this space.