The natural hair movement has come to stay and there’s no denying that. Every day we see tons of women embracing healthier hair choices with lengths and styles to die for. But it wasn’t always like that. Naturally, these things have to grow on you. And one brand that has been a part of that evolution in Nigeria is the natural hair salon, Tasala HQ.
On the latest episode of Ndani TV’s Fashion Insider, host, Jemima Osunde chats with the CEO of Tasala HQ, Dupe Talabi. Dupe is undoubtedly one of the best when it comes to natural hair styling and maintenance in Nigeria. This natural hair salon has an impressive celebrity clientele with names like Tiwa Savage, Annie Idibia, Di’Ja, Abimbola Craig and more. And Dupe has been behind some of the best hairstyles we’ve seen lately. Including Tiwa’s big chop.
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In the new episode, Jemima gets the Tasala experience and chats with Dupe on how she started Tasala HQ, the challenges of running a business in Nigeria and what’s next for the brand.
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We learned a few things about Dupe we think you don’t know. Like:
- She has a degree in Computing and Business Studies but left her 9-5 job to start Tasala HQ.
- Tasala is Dupe’s middle name.
- Tasala HQ doesn’t just cater to natural hair. This salon also provides wig services and has the goal of making your hair the healthiest it can be.
- One day Dupe hopes to own her own hairline and training school.
Watch previous episodes of NdaniTV’s Fashion Insider where Jemima chats with Bunnie Bee’s fabrics on how to pick the right aso-ebi.