Kanekalon: Solutions for Nigerian Hair Stylists & Beauticians

Kanekalon, the Japanese fiber giant, has transitioned from merely producing fibers to offering beauty solutions that cater to the needs of Nigerian hairstylists and stylists in the past few years.

During a collaboration workshop event series with HAIRSTYLIST & BEAUTY EXPERT ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA – HABEAN – in Port Harcourt, Kanekalon, as stated by the representative Mr. Poku, has conducted thorough market research in Nigeria. This has led to product enhancements that provide beauty solutions, empowering hairstylists and stylists to enhance their skills to better serve their customers.

Mr. Poku showcased the Darling Duchess product, emphasizing its ultra-lite fiber with lasting shine that improves over time, enabling various styles suitable for every woman’s preference.

Kanekalon ready to provide solutions to Nigerian hair stylists & beauticians

Poku highlighted Kanekalon’s attributes that set it apart in the market, such as its soft touch, ease of braiding, time-saving properties, hot water setting capability, flame-retardant features, and global popularity over the past 65 years.

Mrs. Biola Yaqub, the Darling Brand representative, discussed the role of stylists as hair creatives who use Darling hair products to enhance women’s beauty, with a focus on their motto “Find Your Beautiful.”

Yaqub elaborated on how Darling products aim to boost women’s confidence, empower them through unique appearances, create job opportunities, and offer a wide range of colors like purple, ginger, silver, and more to beauticians and stylists.

She detailed the features of Darling Duchess braid, highlighting its qualities like ultra-lite, flame retardant, easy to braid, hot water set, tangle-free, and natural shiny appearance, all made of 100 percent premium Kanekalon fiber.

Mrs. Beauty Okeku, the Founder of HABEAN, expressed gratitude for the collaboration with Kanekalon, Darling, and AH&B partners, acknowledging the positive impact on braiders and stylists in Nigeria.

She commended the participants who have benefitted from past workshops and advised them to stay focused as they continue to gain knowledge and skills from such events.

The event was attended by representatives from Kanekalon, Darling Brand, African Hair & Beauty Magazine, the founder of HABEAN Mrs. Beauty Okeku, and stakeholders in the Port Harcourt hair industry.