Nafisah Carter
Fort Lee,New Jersey
Summary
Highly experienced and internationally renowned celebrity hairstylist and extension specialist with over 20 years of expertise in providing top-notch hair services across the globe. Adept in various hair extension techniques including keratin bond extensions, tape-ins, sew-ins, beaded row, and I-Tip extensions. Featured in prestigious publications such as Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire, Dazed, and Essence. Proven track record of excellence in high-profile events including Grammy Awards, BET Awards, MTV’s TRL, BET’s Black Girls Rock, and Tony Awards. Committed to delivering exceptional results and enhancing clients' beauty through innovative and personalized hair solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead/Freelance Hairstylist
The Salon Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
01.2012 - Current
- Perform expert hair styling and extensions for prestigious events
- Travel internationally for client services and educational classes
- Conduct research on hair extension techniques to offer customized services
- Foster strong client relationships, ensuring high customer retention and satisfaction.
Freelance Celebrity Hairstylist & Hair Extension Specialist
Nafisah Carter
Various Locations
01.2009 - Current
- Provide specialized hair extension services using keratin bond, tape-in, sew-in, beaded row, and I-Tip techniques.
- Style hair for high-profile events and red carpet appearances.
- Work with celebrities to achieve their desired looks.
Hairstylist's Assistant
Rita Hazan Salon
New York, NY
10.2006 - 10.2008
- Prepared clients for hair cuts and styles with soothing shampoo work.
- Checked in with clients to confirm comfort throughout appointments and services.
- Studied advanced techniques to develop proficiency and better serve customers.
- Completed basic styles for regular customers by using strong blow-drying and curling abilities.
- Helped prepare clients for hair service.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Prepared and mixed color formulas for clients' hair.
Education
Cosmetology License -
Dudley’s Beauty College
Skills
- Proficient in various hair styling techniques for different hair types and textures
- Strong understanding of fashion and beauty trends
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Creative vision and attention to detail
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Outstanding Customer Service
- Team Player
- Neat and Organized
- Works Well in Fast-Paced Environments
Certification
- North Carolina Cosmetology License
- New York State Cosmetology License
- Babe Hair Extensions Certification
- So Cap USA Extensions Certification
- Habit Extension Method Certified
- Glam Seamless Extensions Certified
- Brazilian Blow Out Certification
- Olaplex Certified Stylist
- Redken Color Certification
Publicationsmediafeatures
- Vogue
- Elle
- Harper’s Bazaar
- Marie Claire
- Dazed
- Essence
- Pop Sugar
- Well and Good
- Hello Beautiful
- Hype Hair
- Indy Weekly
Celebrities
- Abby Phillip
- Debbie Allen
- Michelle Williams (Destiny's Child Alum)
- Danielle Brooks
- Julianne Michelle
- Misty Copeland
- Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney
- Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright
- Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
- Tinashe
- Erica Mena
Socialmedia - Instagram
@nafisahcarter @thesalonraleigh
Timeline
Lead/Freelance Hairstylist
The Salon Raleigh
01.2012 - Current
Freelance Celebrity Hairstylist & Hair Extension Specialist
Nafisah Carter
01.2009 - Current
Hairstylist's Assistant
Rita Hazan Salon
10.2006 - 10.2008
Cosmetology License -
Dudley’s Beauty College