Hi, my name is Shantay. I’m really excited to have joined the Afrotherapy team.
My Journey Into Hairdressing:
At the age of 15, I was passionate about 2 things. I loved sports and I loved hairdressing. I was a sprinter and part of the netball ball competing at various competitions. I remember driving with my Dad to the careers open day at school and we talked about doing sports as my option. I got to the hall and for some reason I was drawn to the hairdressing table. I had a conversation with the tutors and I was sold and so began my journey into this amazing industry. My Dad was surprised as our whole conversation was about Sports but he has always been supportive of my decision to get into hairdressing instead and I have had no regrets.
What I Love About Hairdressing:
I love people and I love helping people and hairdressing also allows me to express my creativity. Since 15, it's all I've done and I can't see that changing. My passion is colour and I want to be able to educate my clients on how to colour and keep their hair healthy.
I also love the constant change and evolution in hairdressing and being able to help my clients with their personal style.
Ultimately, I would like to be a Hairdressing Educator, supporting the next generation of hairdressers.
Courses & Qualifications:
Level 2 Hairdressing
Currently doing Level 3 Hairdressing
Certificate in Colour & Balayage
Certified Expert in Fabriq Smoothing Systems
I look forward to meeting you.
Some Recent Clients Styled by Shantay:
What A Few of Shantay's Clients Have To Say...
Shanice Richardson
Shantay is amazing She took her time to make sure my hair looked perfect and listened to exactly what I want. The atmosphere is relaxed, and she’s so easy to talk to. I left her chair feeling confident and refreshed definitely my go-to stylist!
Karen Blair
I had the best experience, and I got exactly what I wanted, which I don’t usually, but I’ll be smiling all the way home, the staff are great and super friendly and provide a nice relaxed atmosphere. This will be my monthly shop ❤️Shantay was the best. I strongly recommend her and this salon.
Freck Ellie
Both Shantay and Joseph were professional and knowledgeable. After years of avoiding salons due to long waits and unfriendly staff, Afrotherapy really made the right impression. I had a treatment and a cut, and Joseph got it spot on from the image I showed him — I wasn’t disappointed! They also gave great hair care advice and introduced me to new products I loved. A professional, welcoming experience from start to finish — I’ll definitely be back!
Aaron
Shantay was very lovely and accommodating with the hair colouring service. My hair colour looks nice and I will definitely revisit again some time.
Simone Rocker
As a new slightly apprehensive customer due to bad experiences with previous hairdressers not achieving my desired hair colour, I booked in for a consultation. Shantay made me feel extremely at ease, was polite and clear on the process and the outcome that would be achievable for my full head of highlights. One the day of my appointment we discussed the different options and what would work best for me and from start to finish I throughly enjoyed the experience and the finished results. From the advice given on how best to care for the colour to recommendations on products to use for some breakages I have been dealing with. I have now found my regular hairdresser and would highly recommend visiting Afrotherapy and if you are considering colour or colour correction Shantay is your girl!
Gracie Algeria
I had Shantay as my stylist and she was incredible!! Amazing service and i love the way she coloured and styled my hair 10/10
Aisha Farah
I had a lovely experience with the staff here (Shantay and Harriet) they were very welcoming and knowledgable. I am looking forward to coming back!!!
Princess Hanson
Shantay was AMAZING! Felt like home. Would definitely visit to do my hair treatments.
