
OUR HAIR ARTISTS & SUPPORTING STAFF
We strive to provide the absolute best in natural hair care. Our trained and licensed natural hair artists and licensed cosmetologist are here to help you with all your natural hair needs. Come and enjoy a peaceful and fun-loving environment. Help yourself to free wifi as you let our stylists take care of your hair, and walk out a brand new you!
Natural Hair is a way of life. Let's embrace it together!
TAJI
Owner
Natural Hair Practionioner
Raleigh-Durham
Taji is a Licensed Natural Hair Practitioner With 20+ Yrs Of Experience Specializing In Creating Beautiful Styles & Helping Women Transition From Relaxed To Natural. Taji has her BFA in fine arts from Parsons School of Design which helps her infuse her gift for symmetry, design, and artistry into hair care and styling. Taji loves to work with ALL natural hair and especially loves special event, bridal, and editorial styles. Natural Hair Can Be Glamourous, Healthy, & Potentially The Best Hair Decision You'll Make!
MABINTI
Team Lead
Natural Hair Artist
Durham
Mabinti is a licensed Natural Hair Care practitioner specializing in creating beautiful Locs, Braided styles, Loc extensions and twists for over 10 years. Mabinti uses her creativity to enhance your natural hair! Her background in nutrition and overall health helps to aid in giving you not only a sustainable and healthy scalp, but also a healthy body from the inside out. Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp, and a healthy scalp starts with a healthy body!
SAMANTHA
Assistant Manager
Natural Hair Artist
Raleigh-Durham
Samantha is a Natural Hair Stylist who has been natural for over 12 years. Samantha strives to give excellent service. Her focus is to ensure your experience at Taji Salon is pleasant leaving with a fabulous hair style. Samantha is passionate about updos, twist, children styles and more!
CHRISTINA
Cosmetologist
Raleigh
I’m originally from N.Y.C and upstate N.Y. I've been in the hair business for over 20 years and I've been a New York licensed Cosmetologist for 10years. I have shadowed some great salon owners as well as worked in professional salons. My specialty in this industry would be in the area of Hair Coloring Techniques, Haircutting Techniques, Natural hair styling, and more. I love learning and understanding the science behind hair and how to treat hair on an individual basis. I am so excited to bring my professional background to Raleigh N.C and help others achieve their hair goals!
AQUELLA
Team Lead
Natural Hair Artist
Raleigh
My name is Aquella, but you can call me "Quay!" As a Natural Hair Care Specialist, I enjoy educating my clients on how a healthy body and mind promotes healthy hair. I'm a Raleigh native, and I completed my undergraduate studies with a Bachelors of Science in Human Resources at UNCG. I have cultivated the corporate world for over 8 years, but in 2020 I decided to follow my passion as a full-time Natural Hair Care Specialist! I enjoy doing all styles and extensions, but I specialize in two strand twists, spring twists, box braids, and locs.
DASHANIQUE
Natural Hair Artist
Raleigh
I am a certified Natural Hair Specialist. Natural hair and braiding has been my passion since a young child. I love making people feel beautiful and confident about their hair. I specialize in braids, locs, twist, and children styles. Let me show you what your hair can do!
DAHLIA
Cosmetologist
Dahlia is a North Carolinian with a Jersey girl heart! Born in New Jersey raised in Raleigh North Carolina. Her love for hair began when she was 11 years old and started experimenting with natural hairstyles on herself and her sisters. Over time her passion and skills grew and crossed over to barbering. Dahlia graduated from the Aveda institute of chapel hill for cosmetology in the summer of 2020. Her main focus is to help educate clients on the proper care for their natural hair to maintain the health while rocking their favorite protective styles!
Amia
Natural Hair Artist
Raleigh
I am a Natural Hair Care Specialist, I specialize in protective styles such as cornrows, twists, flat twists, locs, and updos. I am all about healthy hair which means trims and treatments are essential. I am very creative and willing to learn push myself to learn new styles and techniques! The best part about being a stylist is making my client(s) feel confident about themselves. I hope to meet you soon!
BRITTANY
Team Lead
Natural Hair Artist
Durham
Hi! My name is Brittany and I am a Natural Hair Care Specialist. I’m super excited to be here and part of the Taji Salon family. I just want to make natural hair simple. So I share what I’ve learned so far to anyone who will listen. Feel free to come in with your questions. I enjoy a good dialogue. I offer natural hair styles without extensions to woman and children, with gently hands, a listening ear and lots of information about hair care. I look forward to the opportunity to take care of your coils, kinks, and curls.
SATINA
Cosmetologist
Durham
I have worked in the beauty industry for more than 20 years. With this experience, I have learned that beauty manifests from the love given in service. In modern English Satina means “smooth, soft, and delicate”. Although growing up my mother said it meant “sunshine” in an African language. To the clients of Taji Salon I hope to be of service by administering a soft delicate touch along with a healthy dose of sunshine to their hair care experience. My specialties: cuts, color, braids, twists, and so much more!
RON
General Manager
Raleigh-Durham
Ron who is originally from Monrovia, Liberia has been natural for over 15 yrs. She is a Licensed Natural Hair Stylist. As a professional, she is committed to consistently providing you with excellent customer service. Ron believes that natural hair aids in a healthy scalp & thus healthier hair! Ron also specializes in maintaining Locs, Twists, Single braids & more!
CHIQUITA
Front Desk Receptionist
Raleigh-Durham
Hi I’m Chiquita, receptionist and full-time team supporter! Who’s always dedicated to giving your overall experience an added boost. I’ve been blissfully natural since 2008. I was introduced to Taji Natural Hairstyling as a client in January of 2020. Instantly attracted to their serene atmosphere, customer service and attention to detail. It’s safe to say I never left. I joined this amazing team in 2021. I enjoy and often serve as a hair model for the TNHS.
HENRY
Administration
Marketing & Events
Raleigh-Durham
"Everyone Deserves A Smile!" My name is Henry and there are many attributes and accomplishments that I am proud of. I am a Father, U.S. Army Combat Veteran, Administrative Professional, Creator & Fashion Designer. Owner of House of HCHV (@hohchv). Taji Salon is my second home! I work diligently behind the scene with candidate sourcing, marketing, and other administrative duties to ensure the salon flows in excellence. I have a passion for helping others see their inner & outer natural beauty and sustaining our royal culture.