Textured Hair Stage sponsored by Avlon Professional

Lucia Josephine

Gabriella Anderson

Gabriella Anderson is the Founder and Educator behind Braids Gang, a global platform and digital community dedicated to empowering people through the celebration of textured hair, beauty, and self-love. What began as her personal journey to overcome hair loss and low self-esteem has grown into a vibrant community of nearly 600,000 followers, with a reach of over 130 million people worldwide.

Latarra Clarke

Aycan Kamal

Multi award winning & owner of New York Hair Design - north London. This year celebrates 25yrs in business. Catering to everyone; ladies gents and children. Specialising in all hair types & textures. A Guinness World Record holder ‘Fastest Hair Braider,’ since 2011. BHA 2025 Afro finalist.

Hyacintha Faustino

Hyacintha FAUSTINO is a Paris-based hair artist, she specializes in afro hair and braiding, with an expertise in all hair textures. She is extensively traveling worldwide to fulfill her natural inclination towards session hairstyling. Her lifelong passion for hair and commitment to excellence have led her to work on high profile’s campaigns and fashion shows ; under the guidance of renowned key hair artists.

Angela Stewart

Angela Stewart has been a hair and make-up artist for more than 24 years working across film, theatre and the creative arts. With a lack of Afro hair services growing up, she became an expert in Afro hair and now passes on her skills and knowledge to other hairstylists. She now teaches the joy of Afro hair knowledge to film schools and independent learners, while addressing the importance of representation.

Laura Murphy

Laura has over 24 years in the hair industry as a salon owner, Master Colour Specialist, and Curl Specialist. Recognised as Ireland’s leading educator in textured hair, she has dedicated her career to raising the standard of knowledge and skills around wavy, curly, and coily hair. Through her education, Laura empowers stylists across the country to work confidently with all hair types, championing greater inclusivity, representation, and diversity across the industry.

Rufina Stuart

Sarah Sango

With over 25 years of experience, Sarah Sango is a highly respected hair expert specializing in textured, curly, and coily hair. Her career has spanned fashion, television, and film editorials, where she has collaborated with leading creatives to deliver innovative looks. She has created the Afro hair care range for Lush Cosmetics and went on to serve as the brand’s Global Educator, shaping inclusive beauty practices on a worldwide stage. Today, Sarah Sango owns and leads Peach Hair & Beauty.

Tariq Howes

My name is Tariq Howes and I have over 20 years of hands-on experience, I am a hair stylist known for bold experimentation with shape, colour, and texture. I was born to a Welsh mother and a father of Somali, Egyptian & Bajan descent, I try to bring a deeply personal, multicultural lens to my craft. Specialising in Afro-textured hair, I view hair not just as material-but as living sculpture. I try to challenge convention, reframe heritage, and celebrate the radical beauty of hair in all of its forms.

Jaiden McCarthy

Marvin Burnett

Rehma Grace

Rehma Grace, hairdresser and trainer specialized in Afro hair for over 10 years. My journey has taken me to major international stages, including Fashion Weeks, where I collaborated with visionary designers such as Adama Paris and Imane Ayissi. As a finalist of the NHA Cut, I showcase a vision of hairstyling that goes beyond beauty: each creation tells the story of a double culture — African and European — blending heritage, identity, and contemporary creativity.

Claire Martin

Claire's 13 year experience at the highest levels has not only wowed the Caucasian market but has taken the Afro hair scene by storm. Winning and finalising for the industry’s most credible awards in textured hair. Most recently Creative Head’s Most Wanted Texture Expert Award 2024. Not just known across salons and the fashion industry but has accomplished huge achievements in the TV world becoming a finalist on E4’s “The Big Blow Out” tv series spanning over 8 episodes with incredible viewing ratings .

Chris Grimley

Chris Grimley is a multi-award-winning hairdresser with over 40 years of experience in the industry. Having built a distinguished career spanning salon ownership, education, and session work, Chris has become a respected name in professional hairdressing. As the owner of Fusion Hair Co for the past 18 years, she leads a talented team of seven, establishing the salon as a destination renowned for its welcoming and inclusive approach to all hair textures.

Errol Douglas

Wayne Campbell

Kamara Kinsiona

I’ve been passionate about hairstyling for over 15 years now! I first learned to braid at age 14 and would practice on myself, family and friends to improve. After having my daughter, I started doing hair more regularly and soon found myself styling for others who admired my work. Over the years, I’ve learned a variety of popular and requested styles, working with clients of all hair types, but mainly on afro/textured hair. I specialise in braiding and cornrows, although I enjoy doing sleek styles too!

Stephen DeBellotte

Patricia Davis

Sophia Sestanovich

Teldra Campbel

Hype Coiffure

Rianna Henry

Rianna is a Textured Hair and Blowdry Expert, freelance stylist, session stylist She has worked on campaigns for major brands including ghd, Nike, Fila, and L’Oréal Professionnel, with editorial credits in Wonderland, Disorder UK, and Ellements. Known for her precision and flair, Rianna champions textured hair while inspiring stylists through her session and education work. Alongside this, she has built a loyal client following, renowned for delivering beautiful blow-dries and polished styling

Lorraine Dublin

Celebrity hairstylist with over 20 years plus experience in the industry including education assessing, session work, Fashion show’s, TV and film sets and salon owner. Lorraine started has a hair stylist at the age of 19. Her reputation as a hairstylist has led her to work with a series of well-know celebrities, including Wimbledon Champion Venus and Serena Williams, former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Lennox Lewis, award-winning international music artist Erykah Badu, Kelly Rowland, Sean Paul.

Nataša S. Brajović

Driven by a passion for education and curly hair styling, I thrive on sharing my knowledge and expertise with others. Having worked in diverse salon settings, I am drawn to London's multiculturalism and the opportunity to further specialise in working with all hair types. My biggest focus is on mastering advanced curly hair techniques through continued education (including following Jacqui's teaching), ultimately aiming to build a strong clientele and pursue exciting opportunities within the fashion

Louis Driver

Freelance Hairstylist | Educator | Colour & Texture Specialist Louis Driver is a London-based multi-hyphenate hairstylist. He works across all hair types while specialising in colour and curly textures. He is part of the Education & Creative team at Avlon, a Senior Artist at Bleach London, and a Visiting Practitioner at the London College of Fashion. Louis also teaches as a guest educator with Treasure Tress and Keune. Most recently, he co-produced and co-hosted the first series of The Detangled by Avlon

Tinu Abiodun

Ms. Tinu Abiodun is the Founder and CEO of House of Tinu Salon & Academy and the D’Lusso Brand Family, which includes D’Lusso Haircare and D’Lusso Hair Extensions. With over 20 years of experience, she has become a leading voice in textured haircare, beauty education, and innovation, inspiring stylists to embrace healthy, luxury hair solutions for all textures A respected educator and textured hair specialist, Tinu has built one of the UK’s most diverse salon and education platforms, empowering stylists

Stacey Wright

James Parr

Leah Hill

The Curl Specialist Redefining Textured Hair Leah is a trailblazer in the world of textured hair — an unstoppable force who's built a career on passion, precision, and purpose. As a salon owner, global educator, and industry disruptor, she’s made it her mission to elevate the standard of textured hair care from the inside out. Internationally recognised for her viral curly cuts and signature styling, Leah has become the go-to expert for A-list celebrities, influencers, and leading global brands.

Eph The Barber

Eph The Barber is one of London's leading celebrity barbers: a master craftsman, educator, and trendsetter in men’s grooming. Based in Lambeth, he is the proud owner of his own barbershop, where exceptional service meets cutting‑edge style. For over two decades, Eph has built a reputation for technical excellence and creativity. His work isn’t confined to the chair — his expertise has been sought after in film, TV, editorial, and fashion.

Johnathan De Silva

I have over 20 years of experience in the hairdressing industry, with a background that spans salon management, education across multiple venues and stages, as well as participation in competitions and hair shows. My core strength lies in preserving the integrity, strength, and structure of the hair while creating beautiful, transformative looks through advanced chemical processes and extension techniques.

Mary Adekoya

Mary Adekoya is a highly qualified hairstylist, educator, and celebrity stylist with over 15 years of experience in the industry. Her expertise has taken her across the globe, working with an impressive roster of A-list clients including Nicki Minaj, Niecy Nash, Declan Rice, Sabrina Elba, Alison Hammond, and many more. A major part of her brand is Papachichi Style Bridal, a world-renowned bridal styling team that has been flown internationally for luxury destination weddings.