Meet The Team
All stylists are self-employed within our salon space.
They are super skilled, trained to the highest level, uber talented and beyond passionate about curls!...
Jen Gaia saw how much curly-haired clients were being asked to fit into salons that weren’t built for them. So she built one around them.
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As founder of The Curl Specialist Bournemouth, she turned an underserved need into a business that won three industry awards in its opening year bringing her vision of specialist, inclusive, people-over-profit hairdressing to life.
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A Level 3 qualified, State Registered Master Hairdresser, Jen also teaches students and stylists and hosts The Curl Tribe Podcast. She continually builds her understanding through specialist training, bringing fresh science-backed knowledge into the salon and questioning how can curl care be better?
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Her entrepreneurial instinct is to ask: what are curly clients still being told they can’t have? From curly extensions and corrective perming to signature restorative rituals for tight curls, she’s expanding creating new opportunities for curly clients.
We can't wait to welcome you...
Amy ...
With 27 years of hairdressing experience, I’m passionate about helping people feel confident, comfortable and truly themselves through their hair.
Curly hair is a particular passion of mine, and I love helping clients embrace their natural texture, understand their curls and get the very best out of their hair. Whether your curls need a little extra love or you’re looking for a fresh new style, I’m here to help you feel amazing.
For me, hairdressing is about more than just creating a great hairstyle, it’s about listening to you, understanding your hair and creating a look that makes you feel confident and fabulous.
I can’t wait to welcome you into the chair! 💕
Emma ...
An Aussie girl who spent over a decade x2 in the hair industry, working and managing salons across London and Australia.
After taking a little break from behind the chair to become a mum of two curly-haired girls (and explore a completely different career!), I’ve found my way back to my creative roots, this time with a whole new obsession… Curls
Having naturally curly hair I spent most of my life straightening it or just disliking them. It wasn’t until I had my daughters that I really started embracing my natural texture. I want them to grow up loving their curls and somewhere along the way, I fell in love with mine too.
I’m bringing my years of salon experience into the wonderful world of curls, continuing to learn, grow and celebrate everything that makes natural curly hair unique.
I’m all about creating beautiful, wearable hair, sharing my product knowledge and helping you really understand your curls. I want you to leave my chair not only feeling confident, comfortable and a little bit fabulous, but also knowing exactly how to recreate those gorgeous, bouncy curls at home.
Come take a seat and lets embrace your curls!
Colette ...
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With 30 years of experience in hairdressing and a love for curls, I’m passionate about helping people understand, embrace and fall in love with their natural hair.
As someone with curly hair myself, I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with having curls, and I know how important it is to feel confident and comfortable in your own hair.
Alongside my hairdressing career, I’ve also worked in education, specialising in learning disabilities. This experience has shaped my patient, understanding and supportive approach, allowing me to really listen to each individual and tailor my advice to their needs.
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I absolutely love meeting new people, sharing my knowledge and helping others on their curly hair journey. Whether you’re just beginning to embrace your natural texture or looking to get the very best out of your curls, I’m here to guide, support and empower you every step of the way.
My passion is helping you discover the beauty of your curls, build confidence and learn to love the hair you were born with. Because every curl is unique, and your curl journey should be too!
Empathy, understanding, and inclusivity
At the heart of every service we provide. We tailor dry-cutting techniques to ensure clients can see their style evolve in real-time, creating a sense of trust.
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Whether it’s addressing challenges faced by healthcare professionals who need to wear their hair up daily or providing solutions for active swimmers, our approach ensures that each client feels seen.