As told by Christèle Codo, Founder of Afro Ele Hair Artistry
Afro Hair Artistry has been an incredible journey, especially for me as a hair artist and founder. I created this concept because I saw a gap in the African hair industry, one that lacked deep representation of Black hair culture, heritage, and artistry. I believe there is so much more to explore when it comes to hair, not just as a form of beauty but as an artistic and cultural statement.
Hair artistry has the power to transcend fashion and traditional styling, and since childhood spending time in my mother’s salon; I have dreamed of pushing its boundaries. Today, I am living that dream, creating with Natural vegan hair fibers, synthetic hair, wool, and other materials to craft unique, aesthetic hairstyles that inspire.
Over the past five years, I have seen the impact of this movement, empowering women, aspiring hairstylists, and artists to embrace creativity and self-expression. Yet, beyond the artistry, I am equally committed to hair health. As a public health graduate, I understand the importance of educating women on safe hair practices, from extensions to hair products. It is not just about celebrating our artistry but also about protecting and loving our natural crowns.
Every hairstyle I create is designed to make women feel beautiful, confident, and magical because we are magical beings. Looking ahead, Afro Ele Hair Artistry is set to expand across the African continent, bringing our vision to new heights and making an even greater impact in the next five years.
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