Meet Our 2021 Winners
We are so excited to announce the winners of the first-ever awards competition celebrating all four hair textures.
We were overwhelmed by the community’s support as we received 350 submissions over the course of three months. With 18 judges and more than 27,000 votes, it is our honor to share with you the top four hairstylists, as well as beauty industry leaders, and thrilled for opportunities that winning this competition will bring them.
Congratulations to the inaugural class!
Straight Hair Stylist Of The Year
Angelica Mirela Tanta
Chicago, IL
Wavy Hair Stylist Of The Year
Sandra Henri
Ewa Beach, HI
Curly Hair Stylist Of The Year
Richar Staten
Lanham, MD
Kinky Hair Stylist Of The Year
Rania Nekole
Atlanta, GA
New Stylist Of The Year
Joy Williams
Houston, TX
Change Agent Of The Year
Keya Neal
founder, Texture Vs Race
Beauty Media Of The Year
Nina Tulio and Mr. J. Ladner
hosts of “No Stylist Left Behind”