Awaken Wellness Spa
& Hair Design
Awaken Team
Nicole Shamblin
Owner
Massage Therapist
Master Esthetician
Permanent Makeup Technician
Nicole Shamblin has spent over two decades building a trusted reputation as a leader in the spa, wellness, and advanced aesthetics industry. As the founder of Awaken Wellness Spa & Hair Design, she blends medical science, advanced technology, and holistic care to deliver refined, results-driven treatments focused on long-term skin and scalp health.
Nicole specializes in non-invasive Korean medical facials, medical-grade skincare, and advanced aesthetic rejuvenation therapies. Her work centers on improving skin quality, texture, and longevity through treatments designed to address aging, acne, rosacea, inflammation, and compromised skin barriers at a cellular level. Signature offerings include Korean needle-free filler facials and customized medical facial protocols that prioritize skin integrity and regeneration over quick fixes.
She has trained extensively in warm plasma and cold atmospheric plasma technology through advanced, one-on-one education in Beverly Hills with Erica Kovitz, an internationally recognized expert and widely regarded for her pioneering work in plasma-based skin rejuvenation and anti-aging. This elite training allows Nicole to safely and effectively treat concerns such as loss of elasticity and collagen, chronic inflammation, acne, rosacea, hair thinning, and advanced aging using cutting-edge, non-invasive medical technology.
Nicole is excited to know offers the true Japanese Head Spa, a deeply restorative scalp and nervous-system treatment rooted in traditional Japanese techniques. This specialized service supports scalp health, hair growth, circulation, lymphatic drainage, and overall stress reduction, complementing her advanced facial and wellness offerings.
In addition to advanced esthetics, Nicole is licensed massage therapist trained in multiple modalities of massage therapy, with a special focus on facial massage and TMJ support. She also specializes in permanent makeup, including brows, lips, and eyeliner.
Nicole's work and innovation have been featured in dailypress.com, chicagotribune.com, and newsday.com, recognizing her expertise and contributions to the evolving spa and medical aesthetics.
Ella Johnson
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Stylist/Colorist
Ella is currently a student at Christopher Newport University, where she is studying Early Childhood Education. Her passion for helping and connecting with people shines through both in her studies and behind the chair.
Ella loves a big transformation and creating beautiful, customized color services, with a special passion for blonding, balayage, and dimensional color. Whether you’re looking for a bright blonde refresh, soft lived-in balayage, or subtle dimension, she enjoys helping guests achieve a look that feels confident, natural, and uniquely their own.
Known for her warm personality and attention to detail, Ella strives to make every guest feel beautiful, comfortable, heard, and cared for throughout their salon experience. She is continually expanding her education and skills to stay current with the latest color trends and techniques.
When she’s not in the salon or studying, you’ll likely find her spending time with family and friends, enjoying life around campus, dancing, or at church.
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Nikki Coleman
A Master Stylist/ Colorist for over 2 decades, Becca is experienced and knowledgeable with all styles. She specializes in the latest trends, including color, cuts, and texturizing. With expertise and honesty, she will happily guide you to the perfect style that fits your personal lifestyle. If asked what she loves to do the most, she would answer "Making her clients happy.
Becca Fifelski
Master Stylist/Colorist
Master Stylist/Colorist
@hairbynikki75
Creative, kind, and experienced, Nikki brings both artistry and precision to every appointment. With a true passion for helping clients look and feel their best, she specializes in customized haircuts-especially bobs, curly textures, and intricate, detail-driven cuts.
Her expertise extends into transformative color work, including dimensional highlights, sun-kissed balayage, bold color changes, and beautifully blended blending. Known for her mastery of rich, radiant brunettes and the smoothing power of Brazilian blowouts. Nikki has a gift for crafting styles that are both stunning and sustainable.
Whether you're seeking a major change or a subtle refresh, Nikki creates looks that reflect personality and lifestyle- always delivered with warmth, care, and an expert eye for beauty.
Infuse creativity and compassion into your hair experience with the talented Shelby. Trained by industry-leading stylist, she is not just a stylist; she is an artisan of haircutting, styling, and color.
Shelby is a blonding specialist who can illuminate your hair like a sun-kissed masterpiece. Whether it is painting your hair with a canvas of beautiful natural gradients for a stunning blonde or brunette balayage, color correction, color dimension, or the bold statement of fantasy colors. Shelby will customize your hair to your hearts delight.
Embrace the transformation with Shelby and walk out reflecting your personal style in every strand.
Shelby Wightman
Master Sylist/Colorist
@shelbyadorns
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Kaya Van Fleet
Apprentice/Stylist
@_beauty.by.kaya_
I’m a hairstylist and makeup artist with a passion for creating beautiful, confidence-boosting transformations. I specialize in blonding, rich brunette color, event hairstyling, and makeup for special occasions. Whether you’re looking for fresh dimensional color, soft glam, or getting ready for a big event, my goal is to help you feel confident, radiant, and like the very best version of yourself.
What I love most about this industry is connecting with each guest and creating a personalized experience that leaves them feeling refreshed, beautiful, and empowered.