At Salon Aponte in Monroe, beauty is more than skin deep—it’s a philosophy rooted in wellness, sustainability and style. Owner Nancy Aponte has built her reputation on delivering cutting-edge trends in color, cuts and styling while prioritizing nontoxic, eco-conscious products that protect both clients and stylists. Whether it’s precision highlighting, a transformative cut, a formaldehyde-free smoothing treatment or a custom balayage, every service is infused with clean beauty principles.

Aponte’s dedication to safer salon practices began with a pivotal moment early in her career. “I was applying color when the ammonia fumes went right into my lungs,” she recalls. “I knew instantly it wasn’t safe.” That experience set her on a mission to transform her salon’s offerings, gradually swapping out traditional formulas for organic, cruelty-free and low-VOC products.

Today, Salon Aponte features vegan and environmentally friendly brands such as Current Hair Care, which harnesses reef-safe marine ingredients, and Neuma, a California company that plants a tree for every product sold. The salon also carries RPM (Relief, Protection, Moisture), a pharmaceutical-grade CBD line designed to support hair, scalp and skin wellness. Both Current Hair Care and RPM are made in New Hampshire.

Aponte and her team take a whole-body approach to beauty, offering guidance on why clean products matter and how they can enhance health over time. “Our goal is to enhance natural beauty while protecting our health and the planet,” she says.

As the holiday season approaches, Salon Aponte is gearing up with once-a-year product specials designed to make gift-giving a little easier. Offerings include product trios accompanied by a free gift, Current Hair Care’s two-for-$20 specials and savings on hair appliances. Whether shopping for friends and family or treating oneself, clients can take advantage of these seasonal savings.

The salon is also excited to announce a new partnership with Malia Premium Hair Extensions. Crafted from high-quality, ethically sourced 100% Remy human hair, these extensions are designed to deliver natural-looking fullness, added length and a luxurious finish. With a wide variety of shades, lengths and textures available, Malia offers customizable options to complement individual styles and preferences.

New clients receive a goody bag with rebooking incentives and gifts. Online shopping for safer hair care is available at Shop.SalonInteractive.com/store/salonaponte.

Salon Aponte’s hours of operation are by appointment: Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information or to make an appointment, call 203-261-2838 or visit SalonAponte.com. Location: 838 Main St., Tollgate Plaza, Monroe. See ad, page 17.

Salon Aponte - 838 Main St, Monroe, CT

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