Mateo Ambrose Leonardo is a visionary in the hair and makeup industry. His love, passion and talent for the business make him a nationally acclaimed go-to-artist for the entertainment industry and high profile clientele.

Mateo got his start when Paulina Porizkova booked him for her coverage of Fashion Week. Additionally, he traveled with Bruce Springsteen and the E street band for over the course of seven years of world touring. Mateo has worked with many talented artists such as Billy Joel, Gwen Stefani, Ricky Martin and Adele. One of Mateo’s strong suits comes in the area of personal consultation where he develops relationships with his clients to demonstrate the power of unleashing their inner beauty.

Today, Mateo and his husband JT, who is a skilled barber, offer personalized care to their valued clients at their salon, Mateo House of Beauty, in Mystic, CT. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their clients.