TSG2024-25 WAX JUDGES
Meet our Waxing Competition Judges.
Expert Waxing Judges
Tori Herrera – Lead Judge
Tori Hylton
Tori Herrera has proudly been a licensed esthetician for 17 years. Her commitment to the beauty industry and her community are unparalleled. She is an educator and mentor to many in her area. Tori regularly guest teaches at her local beauty colleges showcasing her waxing skills and breaking the stigma surrounding brazilian waxing at the same time. She is no stranger to the beauty competition world. Tori began competing in 2010 and holds titles from The Makeup Show LA, Best of Bakersfield and The Skin Games. She has an impressive 11 titles from The Skin Games and is recognized as the 2023 Waxer of the Year. Born and raised in Bakersfield, CA Tori can always be found giving back to her community. She uses her large clientele and connections to other leaders in the industry to organize multiple fundraisers to help out where it matters most, home. Her passion for helping others is genuine and radiates from her from the second you meet her. When Tori is not working in the studio she can be found spending time with her 2 children.
Kinyatta Whitaker
Tara Whitaker is a licensed cosmetologist for 17 years and an esthetician for the last 8, with over 20 years of experience in the beauty profession. She has been a Platform Artist & Educator for numerous Professional products & brands. She proudly holds The Skin Games Best Leg Waxer Of the Year, Brazilian Wax Player of the Year, & Wax Artist of the Year titles for 2021-2022 and is the 2x Reigning #1 International Brazilian Wax Artist of the year for the Year 2021-2022 & 2022-2023. She has earned her spot as 1 of the Best Of The Best in the World of Waxing and is the owner of The Waxing Spa located in Jacksonville, Fl.
Erica Rosado
Tori Hylton
I am a licensed aesthetician with over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry. I proudly own and operate two locations—one in Tampa, Florida, and another in Clifton, New Jersey—where I have trained over 100 aspiring aestheticians to become expert waxers. Many of my trained professionals have gone on to open their own salons and studios, a testament to the quality of my mentorship and techniques.
My love for waxing shines through during every service, class, and event I participate in. I am passionate about sharing my signature waxing techniques and teaching the proper use of wax to ensure safety, efficiency, and exceptional results. I am renowned for my speed waxing skills, capable of completing a full waxing in just eight minutes without compromising quality.
While anyone can wax, not everyone can be a true Waxer. I believe that dedication, skill, and a genuine passion for the craft set apart the best in the industry. I love giving back to the community by hosting classes at local beauty schools and participating in the International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference (IECSC) every year, where I teach multiple sessions on Brazilian and full-body waxing.
RaeAnne Richards
RaeAnne Richards
RaeAnne Richards is a licensed esthetician with over 10 years of experience in the beauty and skincare industry. Known for her gentle touch and exceptional results, RaeAnne is proud to be the 2025 International Waxer of the Year, awarded by The Skin Games—one of the most prestigious honors in professional aesthetics.
Specializing in Brazilian waxing, brow shaping, and skincare for sensitive and acne-prone skin, RaeAnne is passionate about helping clients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for. Her services are tailored to each individual, using high-quality products and expert techniques that minimize irritation and deliver smooth, glowing results.
As a certified oncology skincare provider, RaeAnne also offers compassionate care for immune-compromised individuals and those undergoing cancer treatments, creating a safe and nurturing environment for healing and self-care.
With a reputation for excellence in waxing, facials, and holistic skincare, RaeAnne is dedicated to making self-care accessible, luxurious, and results-driven.
Eimy Sandoval
Eimy Sandoval
Owner of BellaRose BEAUTique | Licensed Cosmetologist | Full Body Wax Specialist
Eimy Sandoval is a licensed cosmetologist with over 16 years of experience in the beauty industry and more than 8 years as an expert full body waxer. As the proud owner of BellaRose BEAUTique, she specializes in Brazilian waxing, known for her gentle technique, attention to detail, and commitment to client comfort.
As a former educator, Eimy has a true passion for teaching. To keep that love for education alive, she offers one-on-one, hands-on waxing trainings, helping beauty professionals elevate their skills, gain confidence, and deliver high-quality waxing services to their own clients.
Eimy believes that great waxing is about more than just smooth skin. She is dedicated to building real relationships with her clients, creating a space where they feel safe, respected, and cared for. Professionalism, trust, and comfort are at the heart of every service she provides.
When she’s not in the studio, you’ll find Eimy on the soccer fields, spending her free time cheering on her three boys.
Known as the Pink Queen, she brings a fun, feminine, and empowering energy to everything she does at BellaRose BEAUTique.