Connecting hair stylists & other creatives with their innate artistry & entrepreneurial talents
Hey ya’ll, I’m Aeleise
Long story short I’m a veteran cosmetologist and long time curl nerd who is licensed in Illinois, Georgia, and California.
I am a dancer and visual artist turned hairstylist that infuses the elements and principles of art into tight curly + natural hair cutting and styling education.
For the past 6 years I’ve been on a mission to lead licensed cosmetologists and barbers in building tight curl + natural hair centric businesses that are sustainable, profitable, and scaleable for soloprenuers and salon owners alike with my company Cut It Kinky.
I also consult with and educate for product and service based brands as a micro-influencer and subject matter expert in the tight curl + natural hair market.
You can find my editorial styling + curl education work featured in the creative campaigns and platform artistry for some of your favorite curly + natural hair brands like CurlMix, TreLuxe, Entwine Couture, 4UbyTia, and Innersense Organic Beauty
Speaking & Training
Learn more about having me speak at your event or train your salon/product team
Community
If you are a curly, tight curly, or natural hair focused stylist seeking a worldwide community of digital co-workers, education, and inspiration join me over in The Curl Society.
In Real Life
In October 2024 I opened Nourish Atelier, a beauty focused micro-space created to maintain, support, and promote the artistry & artisanship of licensed beauty professionals. Independent educators are invited to host intimate look & learn and hands-on educational experiences in the space
600 sq ft
2 shampoo bowls, 2 stations, 2-3 hood dryers
seats up to 12 for look & learn/6 for hands on