
About Us

Welcome to SOLEIL UNIVERSAL RESEARCH CENTER (SURC)! We’re thrilled to introduce you to our cutting-edge, eco-friendly consumer evaluation facility dedicated to expert led case studies & focus groups that concentrate on innovative beauty product evaluation with top expertise in all hair textures and diverse skin types.
As a leader in hair rejuvenation, SURC is proud to be at the forefront of all-natural, organic, plant-based cosmetic testing, with an emphasis on discovering natural remedies for hair regrowth with safe and effective natural products for home maintenance. Our passionate team of experts collaborate with top beauty brands globally, raising the bar in the beauty industry while championing environmental sustainability and enhancing overall human wellness. Join us on this exciting journey!
Vision

At SURC, we are passionately committed to honest, thorough and expert evaluation of the world's greatest beauty products of tomorrow by honoring the natural purity of every ingredient placed in them today. Because we know that the most important person in the room are our consumers that we serve, we assure and guarantee our collaborating partners that together "exploring the boundaries of innovation and illuminating the path of discovery, will deliver the most sought-after beauty products the world has ever known.




About
SURC TEAM


Theresa Hemmingway
Chief Executive Officer
Certified & Licensed
Expert Trichologist/Cosmetologist
Scientific Cosmetic Researcher
Director / Trichology Division
Director / Hair Restoration Division
As a proud mom to two amazing children Artis & Amaris, Theresa Hemmingway has been blessed with a dream come true. With over 30 years of remarkable experience as a philanthropist, salon owner, mentor, industry educator, Broadway & TV celebrity hairstylist, and NJ's #1 & 1st noninvasive expert trichologist-cosmetologist, Theresa Hemmingway is a true trailblazer in the hair restoration industry! Working side by side with some of the industry's top dermatologist in the Tri-state area, Theresa has aided the medical field as well as beauty conglomerates, such as L'Oreal acting as an expert liaison between the cosmetology and dermatology arena. Known as the "X-Factor", she has become the missing link between hair salons and cosmetic beauty giants, intertwined in a marriage to create the world's next top beauty product. Theresa's vibrant passion for hair care and beauty radiates through her unwavering commitment to education and her relentless pursuit of innovative solutions in hair restoration.
Recognizing that true beauty starts and ends with the finest ingredients found in the earth, Theresa is challenging the industry to embrace what tomorrow's top products need, one natural ingredient at a time. Driven by the realization that many beauty products contain harmful carcinogenic ingredients, Theresa has devoted herself to uncovering groundbreaking, natural, and safe alternatives that genuinely make a difference in the overall wellbeing of every consumer & beauty professional worldwide.
Witnessing the devastating effects of harmful beauty products in both professionals and consumers, Theresa has taken a personal oath to lead with clear eyes in fresh innovation and new methodologies that prioritize human and environmental safety. With the establishment of Soleil Universal Research Center located in Edison, New Jersey, SURC passionately champions natural & organic cosmetic testing, placing consumers, professionals, and the health of our planet at the forefront. This exciting new venture promises a bold, eco-friendly approach to beauty that meets the desires of consumers everywhere!

Marisol Nunez:
Licensed Cosmetologist
Director/Hair Division
Scientific Cosmetic Researcher
SURC Team presents Marisol, the accomplished CEO of Marisol's Beauty Spot located in Woodbridge, NJ. With extensive experience as a licensed cosmetologist, she possesses a significant wealth of knowledge hair care that sets her apart in the industry. Marisol collaborates with the distinguished Soleil Universal Research Center, demonstrating her commitment to excellence in hair coloring and styling. In addition to prioritizing her clients' satisfaction, Marisol is an esteemed expert in all hair textures and one of NJ's most sought-after beauty professionals in the industry. This level of dedication and expertise has positioned Marisol as a director of the SURC Hair Division and a highly regarded professional cosmetologist in the field of cosmetic research.

Dominique is an expert aesthetician dedicated to enhancing natural beauty and boosting confidence. With several years of experience in the beauty industry, Dominique is committed to skincare products that enhance the overall beauty and wellness of her clients and consumers worldwide. This New Jersey beauty professional an educator and a leading expert in makeup artistry, skincare, lash extensions, waxing, and natural spray tanning, is the most sought-after aesthetician making her a undoubtedly a SURC Team member with star status . Her leadership and expertise in skincare led Dominique to open a SURC collaborating partner called D'Experience.
Dominique Fords
Licensed Esthetician
Director/Skin Division
Scientific Cosmetic Researcher

Kimberly Dickerson
Licensed Costmetologist
Clinical Analyst
Hair & Scalp Diagnostic Read Technician
Scientific Cosmetic Researcher
Allow us to introduce you to Kimberly, an incredibly passionate skilled veteran in the field of hair restoration and hair care! With an impressive background that spans over a decade in the beauty industry, Kim has dedicated herself to providing her clients with the healthiest and most effective alternatives available. Her relentless pursuit of natural solutions aimed at enhancing her clients' overall well-being has led her to join the innovative team at SURC. There, she is at the forefront of developing exciting new methodologies in organic cosmetic research, making waves in the industry! Kimberly adds her expertise in follicle and scalp scanning as well as expertise in all hair textures making her a SURC asset in our imaging department. ready to discover the incredible impact she can have on your hair care journey!