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Lead Educator
Olivia Garden
With over 15 years in the hair industry, Ricardo has earned a reputation as a true “Jack of All Trades.” His expertise spans everything from healthy platinums and creative color to seamlessly blended balayage, precision cutting, textured hair, barbering, and now Certified Expert Color Analyst.
Based in Orlando, FL, Ricardo operates from an independent studio salon while also serving clients in New York City, Los Angeles, and internationally. In addition to working behind the chair, he collaborates with top brands in education, sharing his knowledge and skills with fellow professionals.
As the first educator for Olivia Garden and Artistic Director of Education for Joico, Ricardo is deeply committed to both artistry and hair integrity. He believes that beautiful hair starts with a healthy foundation—empowering clients with confidence and self-expression.
A passionate educator, Ricardo travels internationally to inspire and train other stylists while continuously seeking new opportunities to refine his own craft. His dedication to lifelong learning not only enhances his expertise but also elevates the industry as a whole, ensuring exceptional results for every client & fellow Stylist!
Ricardo
Santiago
Date
Change the way you see hair in this class and learn how to identify what key facial features to look for in your clients and how to best match layers and styling to best enhance those features.
This class is complimentary with the purchase of your Premiere Orlando show pass! Get your show pass early and save. REGISTER NOW »
Need help purchasing your show pass? Please contact customerservice@premiereshows.com or call (800) 335-7469, 9am to 5pm ET, Monday – Friday.
Color Analysis & Hair is a first-of-its-kind introductory course in the United States, created for modern hairstylists who want to elevate their consultations and deliver truly personalized color.
Developed by Global Director of Education and Certified Expert Color Analyst Ricardo Santiago, this curriculum bridges professional Color Analysis with practical, behind-the-chair application.
This foundational course teaches you how to confidently apply the core principles of undertone, temperature, contrast level, and natural value in real time. You’ll learn how these elements guide strategic placement, formulation, and overall harmony — allowing you to enhance your client’s natural features with intention.
You will learn how to accurately identify skin tone and contrast, customize formulations that complement rather than overpower, refine your consultation language, and create cohesive, luxury color experiences.
Designed to build a strong foundation and sharpen your eye, this course will transform the way you approach color, placement, and every consultation conversation — with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
This class is complimentary with the purchase of your Premiere Orlando show pass! Get your show pass early and save. REGISTER NOW »
Need help purchasing your show pass? Please contact customerservice@premiereshows.com or call (800) 335-7469, 9am to 5pm ET, Monday – Friday.
Change the way you see hair in this class and learn how to identify what key facial features to look for in your clients and how to best match layers and styling to best enhance those features.
This class is complimentary with the purchase of your Premiere Orlando show pass! Get your show pass early and save. REGISTER NOW »
Need help purchasing your show pass? Please contact customerservice@premiereshows.com or call (800) 335-7469, 9am to 5pm ET, Monday – Friday.
Color Analysis & Hair is a first-of-its-kind introductory course in the United States, created for modern hairstylists who want to elevate their consultations and deliver truly personalized color.
Developed by Global Director of Education and Certified Expert Color Analyst Ricardo Santiago, this curriculum bridges professional Color Analysis with practical, behind-the-chair application.
This foundational course teaches you how to confidently apply the core principles of undertone, temperature, contrast level, and natural value in real time. You’ll learn how these elements guide strategic placement, formulation, and overall harmony — allowing you to enhance your client’s natural features with intention.
You will learn how to accurately identify skin tone and contrast, customize formulations that complement rather than overpower, refine your consultation language, and create cohesive, luxury color experiences.
Designed to build a strong foundation and sharpen your eye, this course will transform the way you approach color, placement, and every consultation conversation — with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
This class is complimentary with the purchase of your Premiere Orlando show pass! Get your show pass early and save. REGISTER NOW »
Need help purchasing your show pass? Please contact customerservice@premiereshows.com or call (800) 335-7469, 9am to 5pm ET, Monday – Friday.