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Daily Inspiration: Meet Aliyah (Liyah) Parker

Today we’d like to introduce you to Aliyah (Liyah) Parker.

Hi Aliyah (Liyah), please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I began doing hair at a young age. My mom was big into fashion and hair so she allowed me to express myself through my hair. At 13, I started coloring my hair using Clairol Jazzing Rinse in the color Cherry Cola. I would color, sew in, and do all types of styles to my friend’s hair.

I knew I had the talent and creativity to pursue a career in the beauty industry. I didn’t step into my purpose right away, I attended school for 2.5 years and worked as a bartender. I found myself working, making good money but not doing things which I enjoyed as a career. I finally decided May 2017, I wanted to take a leap of faith and so what I LOVED. I enrolled into Ogle Hair Skin & Nails in Stafford, TX.

I graduated Aug 2018, I graduated and began my new journey as a licensed cosmetologist. Hard work, consistency, pray, and goal setting has got me to this success I am today. Networking with great individuals every day to grow in many ways personal and business-wise.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It has NOT been a smooth road with every business you have ups and downs.

Building my clientele didn’t come easy, I had to learn to market myself attend networking events, passing out flyers, cards, etc. I would do free services to promote my talents which help grow my business.

When starting P Styles Hair Care, we had mishaps with manufactures, loss of funding, production hold-ups. Due to these issues, it created doubt whether we were moving in the right direction. We were able to find a manufacturer and build a great relationship and business has been great.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I am a Licensed Cosmetologist. I consider myself a versatile stylist, I don’t have a specific specialty. I have many strong suits which I specialize in Natural Hair, Color, All Extensions, Loc Maintenance and Braids. I also offer special event services creative directing, fashion styling, weddings, and photoshoots.

I am known for my silk press, coloring techniques, cutting skills and my braids/twists.

I am proud of my overall growth within my business and my skill set. Knowing that I am growing and teaching others to love their natural.

My authenticity sets me apart from others. I love when my clients see their hair and are blown away. Knowing that I have a part in making them look and feel pretty. Excites me.

Let’s talk about our city – what do you love? What do you not love?
I’m a foodie so I absolutely love the new food spots. I also love the hidden gems which I’m still discovering daily.

I dislike Houston traffic, it’s outrageous.

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Image Credits
IG: @angellxphotography Angel Des

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