The Stylist, Educator, & Entrepreneur

Aari MíChole is a highly skilled natural hair stylist with a remarkable journey. Her passion for braiding and hair care began at the age of 8 when she started by braiding her bonus dad's thick, curly hair. In middle school, she ventured into braiding her own hair, and by high school, her friends noticed her talent and asked her to braid their hair.

As Aari's friends allowed her to hone her skills in scalp braiding, micro braids, and loc retwists, her talent continued to flourish. However, after the birth of her first son at the age of 20, she temporarily left the world of hairstyling to focus on her college education in finance and her career at a national bank.

Aari graduated with a bachelor's degree in Finance and worked at Merrill Lynch, earning her Series 7 and Series 66 Securities designations. After becoming a stay-at-home mom and realizing a desire to utilize her full range of talents, Aari transitioned her career path, moving her securities licenses to another financial firm in 2014, allowing her to work independently.

In 2017, Aari reintroduced her hairstyling skills during a challenging period for her family. She embraced new hair braiding techniques and self-taught many of the skills she now possesses. Aari's dedication to her craft led her to seek further education and mentorship from experienced stylists, ultimately enhancing the quality of services she provides.

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In 2022, Aari MíChole reached a significant milestone by relocating to a leased shop location, marking the beginning of a new chapter in her journey. At this new space, Aari expanded her offerings to include on-site classes, allowing individuals to learn from her expertise firsthand. Moreover, clients can conveniently purchase the renowned Natural Essence Haircare line on-site, further enhancing the customer experience.

With the transition to the new shop location, Aari's life underwent a transformation as well. She made the decision to entrust her sons' education to dedicated professionals, no longer homeschooling them, allowing her to focus more wholly on her burgeoning business and the exciting ventures that lie ahead. Aari MíChole continues to break boundaries and is on the path to becoming a household name worldwide.