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Amanda Jean Kimball (@amandajeank), owner of Twisted Scizzors, Cary, NC, is a Sexy Hair Platform Artist, master colorist, precision cutter, updo artist and barber! Her page is colorful and fun, and we are thrilled to include her as a member of the 2017 MODERN SALON 100.
BEAUTY BIO:
Best known for: Upstyling (trendy and classic) and men’s clipper cutting
Age: 35
Most viral post: It would be my Double French Rope Twist Braids ending with infinity braids.
Favorite apps: Facebook, Instagram, and twitter
Favorite hashtags: #modernsalon #braidinspo #hairinspo #hairgoals #braids #braidedstyle #hairideas #hairporn #hair #hairtrends #beautifulhair #hairstyle, #trendyhair
Who I’m following: @confessionsofahairstylist @beyondtheponytail @masterofbraids @keonthebarberoffical @mattyconrad and many more!!! :)
Tip to get best results on a post: Post at night! I find 9pm EST for me works best. Also, trying to grab a particular brands attention works best for me at 7:30am EST. I usually will get a repost that morning. Then untag/retag a day or 2 later to snag a repost at the times listed above. Just get engaged and post frequently!
Favorite professional beauty products: Sexyhair! My faves include Play Dirty, Frenzy, Powder Play, and Spray and Stay
How social media changed my life: It’s given me a platform to share my knowledge and ideas with other talented stylists.
The first time I was featured on MODERN SALON was….: this past May 2017 on FB with my Minty Fresh braids I created! I'm sure the whole entire world heard me screaming with excitement!
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