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2022 NAHA Finalists: Student Hairstylist of the Year
The industry is always looking forward to the next generation of talent. This category rewards five up-and-comers working hard in school to follow their passion and master their craft.
by Staff
November 10, 2021
Ali Talamantes
Aveda Institute Provo, Elko, NV
Photographer: Heidi Gress
Photo courtesy of Professional Beauty Association NAHA 2022
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Honoring the next generation of talent and innovation, the Student Hairstylist of the Year category showcases student stylists still in school who demonstrate outstanding vision, creativity, and artistry.
Student Hairstylist of the Year Finalists
Danielle Gambino
Aveda Institute Denver, Denver, CO
Photographer: Heidi Gress
Ali Talamantes
Aveda Institute Provo, Elko, NV
Photographer: Heidi Gress
Ravina Patel
Aveda Fredric's Institute, West Chester, OH
Photographer: Keith Bryce
Shantelle Gomez
Aveda Institute - Los Angeles, Baldwin Park, CA
Photographer: Keith Bryce
Tyonna Stacker
Aveda Institute - Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
Photographer: Keith Bryce
All 2022 NAHA images/photos are copyright © of the North American Hairstyling Awards and the Professional Beauty Association. All rights reserved.
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