NURTURING AND SUPPORTIVE
This is a space in which to restore yourself inside and out.
Why Sense?
When conceptualizing Sense, we kept coming back to the idea of home. It was so important to us to create a thoughtful space where we could do our work yet enjoy our friends and clients.
The Space
Sense’s salon and healing studio live in a navy blue 1917 row house in Park View.
It’s designed to make anyone who crosses the threshold feel immediately at home, a sanctuary from busy lives, a place to come take care of yourself inside and out.
Hair
Erin Derosa
OWNER & COLORIST
After years of working in the DC hair industry and simultaneously practicing various holistic healing modalities for my own well-being around the world, I know how closely beauty and wellness are related. So…I’ve found a space to combine two of my biggest passions of hair and self care under one roof to bring you Sense!
Mimi Craft
STYLIST
One of my favorite aspects of doing hair is connecting with you all, my clients. For me it’s an important aspect of the haircut service because the better I “get” you, the better I can serve you. I like encouraging clients to embrace their natural texture while also offering simple tips on how to enhance your look. Sense’s bright, intimate, beautiful space is a great facilitator for this process.
Barbara Butler
COLORIST
I excel at creating color that looks natural— whether it’s the one you were born with or the one that beckons. That’s because I have a knack for really listening to clients and translating that into the perfect formula. After more than 20 years in the business, making you feel more like yourself is still my greatest privilege.
Samuel Weeks
STYLIST
For over 10 years, I’ve been fortunate to live, work, and build career-long relationships with my clients in and around DC. It’s the moments from when you first sit in my chair until the time you leave that I treasure the most. It’s in those moments, where you all—my clients—share the goings on of your lives. Sometimes you’re starting a new work or life adventure or about to go on vacation or get married. Whatever it is, I’m committed to helping you feel your best for your next moments.
Healing
Dr. Darrien Jamar
CHIROPRACTOR, REIKI PRACTITIONER, LIFE COACH
My work and process is inspired by my 102-year-living, Great Grandma Hattie. We’d sit in her twin rocking chairs; she’d listen, ask questions and listen some more. Inevitably, she would leave me with a story that cleared away my initial confusion. Then, she’d say, “you want some cornbread baby?” Similarly, we’ll sit. You’ll share. I’ll listen and offer guidance. The cornbread, in this case, is Reiki. Reiki is an energetic exchange that revives on a mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual level.