Rick Wellman

Master Colorist Rick Wellman is widely recognized as one of the most talented and innovative colorists in the world. His experience spans more than 20 years, during which time he has become a key figure in the world of hair coloring. His artistic vision has made him a master of customized color, beautiful vibrant tones and most importantly, natural looking hair color.

Originally from Ohio, he recognized his passion for painting at a young age and enrolled in advanced cosmetology schools to explore his artistic interests. In Toronto and London, he attended Vidal Sassoon, Rita Rusk and Alan International, earning him the title of platform artist and leading him to work with the late, great Paul Mitchell and British award-winning hairstylist Trevor Sorbie.

Over the years, Rick has witnessed his clients alter their beauty regimens from high to low maintenance. Identifying this inspired Rick to invent his signature color treatment, a less severe version of highlights called Biolights. The treatment uses 100% biodegradable cotton pads and offers the advantage of foils and French hair painting technique, Balayage, in one.

In July of 2007 Rick teamed up with stylist Patrick Melville to open the Patrick Melville Salon at Rockefeller Center where he now welcomes his loyal clientele including celebrities: Brooke Shields, Mariska Hargitay, Lindsay Lohan, former Miss Universe and Clairol Spokesmodel, Dayanara Torres and supermodel Petra Nemcova.