Meet the Stylist
Judit Brea
Level 4 Master Stylist | Owner
Judit Brea is the visionary behind Judit & Co Beauty, bringing over two decades of experience in advanced hair artistry, education, and entrepreneurship. As a Level 4 Master Stylist—the highest tier within the salon—Judit is recognized for her precision, innovation, and ability to deliver fully customized, transformative results.
Specializing in advanced color systems, bespoke styling, and luxury hair transformations, Judit approaches every client with intention—creating looks that are both sophisticated and effortlessly wearable. Her signature aesthetic is rooted in soft, modern luxury, enhancing each client’s natural beauty while aligning with their lifestyle.
Beyond the chair, Judit is a respected educator who has trained and mentored both emerging and seasoned professionals. Her commitment to continuous growth is reflected in her education at globally renowned institutions including Vidal Sassoon Academy, Bumble and Bumble University, Aveda Institute, Paul Mitchell Partnership Schools, Redken Exchange NYC, and leading hair extension academies such as Great Lengths and Donna Bella.
Judit’s influence extends into the digital space as a content creator and industry leader, where she continues to inspire through education, innovation, and elevated beauty standards. Her work is not just about transformation—it is about confidence, empowerment, and refinement.
Angela Fernandes
Level 3 Senior Stylist | Color & Extension Specialist
Angela Fernandes is a Level 3 Senior Stylist specializing in lived-in color and luxury hair extensions. Known for her attention to detail and refined technique, Angela creates dimensional, natural-looking results that embody effortless beauty.
Her expertise includes balayage, ombré, multi-tonal color, and seamless extension integration. Each service is thoughtfully customized to enhance the client’s features while maintaining hair health, longevity, and ease of maintenance.
Angela’s approach blends artistry with technical precision, delivering polished, modern results—whether subtle enhancement or full transformation. Clients trust her for her ability to create soft transitions, flawless blends, and hair that feels as elevated as it looks.
Cynthia L. Awadallah, C.A.A.M.
Level 3 Senior Stylist | Board-Certified Micropigmentologist | Master Permanent Makeup & Paramedical Specialist
Cynthia L. Awadallah began her career in the beauty industry as a licensed cosmetologist, bringing over 15 years of experience in hair, skin, and overall aesthetic refinement. Her foundation in cosmetology shaped her eye for balance, tone, and facial harmony—allowing her to create effortlessly polished, wearable results tailored to each client.
As a Level 3 Senior Stylist, Cynthia specializes in delivering refined, maintainable hair services, including dimensional color, smoothing treatments, and healthy, polished finishes. Her approach is rooted in enhancing natural beauty while ensuring each result aligns with her client’s lifestyle and long-term hair goals.
Over the past six years, Cynthia has expanded her expertise into advanced permanent cosmetics, becoming a board-certified Micropigmentologist through the American Academy of Micropigmentation (AAM). Through her brand, BeautyFull by Cynthia, she offers a highly specialized, results-driven approach to treatments including microblading, ombré brows, corrective work, saline tattoo removal, scar camouflage, and 3D areola restoration.
Her work bridges beauty and restoration—combining artistic precision with clinical knowledge of skin behavior and advanced color theory. Cynthia’s paramedical services are designed to support clients through transformative journeys, offering restorative solutions with discretion, compassion, and care.
Committed to continued education and elevated standards, Cynthia delivers every service within a clean, clinical, and thoughtfully curated environment—where beauty meets intention and expertise meets experience.
Her philosophy is simple: beauty is not only about how you look, but how you feel. Through intentional artistry across both hair and permanent makeup, Cynthia creates results that empower, enhance, and restore.
Alisha Otiz-Cardona
Level 2 Stylist | Salon Coordinator
Alisha Ortiz-Cardona is a Level 2 Stylist and the foundation of the client experience at Judit & Co Beauty. As Director of First Impressions, she ensures every guest interaction is seamless, welcoming, and elevated from start to finish.
As a rising stylist, Alisha brings a strong technical foundation and a passion for continuous learning. She has a natural talent for intricate braiding and detail-oriented styling, delivering looks that are both polished and expressive.
Her organization, attentiveness, and warm presence make her an essential part of the team. Alisha’s dedication to both client care and her craft reflects the future of beauty—thoughtful, refined, and ever-evolving.
Yesenya (Jessy) Massoud
Level 1 Junior Stylist | Makeup Artist
Jessy is a Level 1 Junior Stylist and Makeup Artist, bringing a fresh perspective and refined passion to the Judit & Co Beauty team. As a newly licensed cosmetologist and recent graduate of Parisian Beauty Academy, she has built a strong foundation in both hair and makeup artistry.
With a natural eye for beauty and detail, Jessy is dedicated to creating polished, effortless looks that enhance each client’s individual features. Her approach is thoughtful and intentional, combining technical skill with a modern aesthetic.
As she continues to grow within her craft, Jessy remains committed to ongoing education, elevated service, and delivering an experience that feels both welcoming and refined. Her passion, professionalism, and dedication to excellence make her a beautiful addition to the next generation of artists at Judit & Co Beauty.
Elizabeth (Liz) Betancourt
Master Esthetician | Skin, Lash & Brow Specialist
Meet Elizabeth Betancourt ( Liz ) — Master Licensed Esthetician in Kearny, New Jersey | Skincare & Lash Expert
Liz is a Master Licensed Esthetician based in Kearny, New Jersey, with over 17 years of experience specializing in advanced skincare, corrective facials, and beauty services. Known for her results-driven approach and personalized care, Liz blends clinical expertise with a luxury spa experience to help every client achieve healthy, radiant skin.
Her career began in the world of professional makeup artistry, working behind the scenes at Vogue Fashion Week, before evolving into a deep passion for skincare and skin health. Liz later earned a full scholarship to the prestigious Dermalogica Expert Program, becoming highly trained in advanced skin treatments, acne solutions, anti-aging facials, and customized skincare regimens.
Today, Liz offers a wide range of in-demand services in Kearny, NJ, including custom facials, HydraFacials, acne treatments, anti-aging skincare, brow waxing, brow shaping and mapping, eyelash extensions, and lash lifts—making her a one-stop destination for both skincare and beauty enhancements.
She is a State Certified Eyelash Extension Specialist, Certified Lash Lift Stylist, and Certified Brow & Waxing Technician, known for delivering natural, flawless results tailored to each client’s features.
Clients throughout Kearny, North Arlington, Lyndhurst, Nutley, and surrounding New Jersey areas trust Liz not only for visible results, but for the experience she creates—warm, welcoming, and completely customized. Whether you’re looking to treat acne, improve skin texture, maintain healthy skin, or enhance your natural beauty with lashes and brows, Liz is dedicated to helping you look and feel your best.
Step into Liz’s treatment room in Kearny, New Jersey and experience expert skincare, advanced techniques, and a personalized approach that leaves you glowing—inside and out.
