Brooklyn-based hijabis, it’s time to let your hair down
Photo: (Right) Huda Quhshi, Le'Jemalik, Brooklyn, USA
It all started when cosmetologist Huda Quhshi decided to open Le’Jemalik, a women’s-only beauty salon in the heart of Brooklyn, after several uncomfortable experiences as a hijabi in numerous city salons.
“I always knew that I wanted to open a salon. It was one experience in particular which made me even more determined,” said Huda. She vividly recalls the day she was at a salon for a hair appointment and a man simply walked in. “I had to throw my hijab over my wet hair and it completely ruined my day. It was then that I realised that women deserve to have any service they need without having to worry about men popping in. It was time for a comfortable and private space just for women, and that’s when Le’Jemalik came to fruition.”
Over 15 years of experience servicing the New York tristate area and working with big names like MAC and Benefit Cosmetics helped Huda realise that one can embrace one’s beauty while still being modest.
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