Meet The MIZANI Texture Squad Pro Team

This just in! MIZANI is excited to introduce the Texture Squad Pro Team. Recognized as the professional authority in the world of textured hair, MIZANI has assembled an incredible team of hairstylists who specialize in a diverse range of hair types and texture inspiring #TextureLove in their campaign messaging!

From celebrity stylists, color experts, editorial artists to salon owners and beyond, the collective knowledge of MIZANI’s Texture Squad Pro Team is all-encompassing, providing styling and care to women with all hair types. Not only do they work with clients behind the chair, but they apply their skills at editorial shoots, runway shows, social media campaigns as well as freelance projects.

Click Through The Team Bios & Photos

David Thompson (@davidthompsonhair) - For David, the art of hairstyling was practically in his blood. “I grew up in a family that was full of hairstylists, so I always was inspired by the art of hair,” shares David. A master of texture and custom wig design, his passion for continuing education has kept him in the forefront of hair trends in the industry while still adding his own personal touch.

Deycke Heidorn (@deyckeheidorn) - Inspired by fine art and haute couture, Deycke’s creative work is featured in fashion editorials starring top models such as Sara Sampaio and Liya Kebede. As an expert in the maintenance of texture, she insists that beautiful hair is also healthy hair. There’s no doubt she loves what she does, saying, “I really enjoy being a hairstylist. It’s a dream career."

Leysa Carillo (@leysahairandmakeup) - With bright, beautiful, textured hair of her own, Leysa exclaims, “I want more people to love themselves exactly how they are! I just love texture, and I think that we should embrace what we have.” Known for her seamless blonde and vibrant color application on curls, she uses her social media as an outlet to inspire women to flaunt their texture.

Pekela Riley (@pekelariley) - A master stylist and serial entrepreneur, Pekela seriously does it all, from running her own salon, to educating others, to hosting her own radio show. Having worked with a range of high-profile celebrities including Gabrielle Union and Issa Rae, she credits her success to one simple thing, citing, “literally just a passion and love for hair has kept me in it.”

Peter Mazilu (@petermazilu) - An editorial stylist and social media ambassador, Peter says, “What got me interested in doing hair was playing with my sister’s Barbies.” Peter now styles his own real-life Barbies, showcasing his skills on social media influencers—including Daphne Joy and Melissa Hays—who collectively reach millions of followers through Instagram.

Rachel Redd (@rachel_redd) - Color and curls are Rachel’s expertise, applying vibrant and seamless color creations on all textures of hair. Acknowledging the expanding popularity of women rocking their natural hair, she says, “From faux locks to braids to curls to crimps, everyone wants texture,” describing that a world without texture would be completely boring.

Marcia Hamilton (@marciahamilton) - Traveling the world for the love of hair, celebrity stylist and texture expert, Marcia, works with top acts in Hollywood and the music industry. “The work I’m most proud of in my career are my celebrity clients Jada Pinkett Smith, Taraji P. Henson, Willow Smith, Alicia Keys and Pink.” Her portfolio also flaunts of-the-moment actress Tracee Ellis Ross, daughter to one of the first queens of texture, Diana Ross.

As diversity in the fashion industry continues to grow (in spring of 2018, 36.9 percent of runway models and 34 percent of national print models in ad campaigns were women of color!), natural and textured hair is no longer considered a trend but instead has proven to be a mainstay in the fashion world. This is making it all the more imperative for professional hairstylists to broaden their skill sets in a way that will diversify their clientele and ability to service any hair type, from straight to tightly coiled.

MIZANI haircare brings salon-quality products to professional stylists and consumers with an emphasis on providing ideal formulations for textured hair. Each Texture Squad Pro ambassador has been handpicked for their versatile styling skills and expert knowledge in textured hair.

For more information, visit mizani.com.