Aziza Yasmine is one of the most talented nationally known Natural Hair stylists in the U.S. Aziza’s effortless ability to fashion diverse styling techniques has established her reputation as an award winning stylist who has proven to be a master of afro-centric hair design.
Aziza Yasmine spent her grade school years at the Cleveland school of Performing Arts and high school years at Garrett Morgan Cleveland School of Science . Upon completion of high school she was accepted to Miami University. Aziza begin growing her business and perfecting her craft as a very popular hair stylist on the campus of Miami University. Although hair was her passion, she also enjoyed learning about world cultures particularly African studies. Her hunger for culture and love for natural hair helped to fuel her business dreams.
“I spent a few months studying in West Africa, learning the history of the continent, studying the diverse cultures and the amazing hair styling techniques. I knew once I completed my journey that I wanted to work as an entrepreneur in the urban community, black hair care and natural hair care being my focus.” , “Braiding, weaving and locking involves bonding of spirits, the exchange of knowledge, and the inspiration to be proud of how God created us. Natural Hair care is truly the foundation of the afro-centric holistic hair story”.
Aziza Yasmine’s visions to become a natural hair care stylist and dynamic, multi- talented entrepreneur came true when she became the owner of A II Z Naturals Ltd in 2005, A II Z Academy LLC in 2010, and the inventor of Paradise Naturals Products in 2012. Aziza’s businesses all focus on natural hair, holistic beauty care and education for people of all ages and ethnicities. As an international beauty trade show educator, she travels to various cities to facilitate, seminars, workshops and promote her product line. She is a phenomenal woman! Aziza also mentors and styles hair for disadvantaged youth in her community and works in collaboration with Africa House International offering natural hair classes, entrepreneurship and leadership training to members of the community.
Aziza is the recipient of the 2013 SELF Image Award given by the Self Image Foundation in Washington D.C. The non-profit recognizes outstanding icons and pioneers in the beauty industry and raises money to support victims of domestic violence. Aziza has been honored with the first place title in Los Angeles at the Milky Way “Welcome to the Future” hair competition and named by Glynn Jackson as the Natural Hair Stylist of the Year at the Annual Golden Scissors Awards. She has graced the pages of numerous print publications including Essence, Sophisticates Black Hair Magazine, Tresse (French Pub.), HAIR magazine and Salon Profiles to name a few. Aziza’s creative talent along with her enthusiasm and desire to share has provided the community with invaluable insight into the world of natural hair care.