The startup offers a hairstylist booking application that connects users with local hairdressers specializing in Afro hairstyles, including braids and extensions. This platform addresses the challenge of finding affordable, specialized hairstyling services by providing a streamlined online booking process tailored to women's specific hair care needs.
Funding
$420K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Women with textured hair often face challenges in finding hairstylists who specialize in Afro hairstyles like braids and extensions, leading to limited options and potentially higher costs. Traditional methods of finding and booking these specialized services can be inefficient and time-consuming.
Solution
Ma Coiffeuse Afro is a mobile application and online platform designed to connect women with coily, curly, and kinky hair with local, vetted hairstylists who specialize in Afro hairstyles. The platform allows users to search for stylists based on hairstyle, date, and location, view stylist profiles with photos and reviews, and directly message stylists to confirm availability. By providing a streamlined booking process and a curated network of stylists, Ma Coiffeuse Afro simplifies the discovery of specialized hair services, ensuring quality and convenience for users. The platform also provides flexible job opportunities for talented hairstylists, promoting entrepreneurship and professional growth within the Black beauty community.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is Black millennial women with textured hair seeking specialized hairstyling services, as well as hairstylists specializing in Afro hairstyles looking to connect with new clients.
Features
- Mobile application (iOS and Android) for convenient booking and communication
- Search functionality based on hairstyle, date, and location
- Stylist profiles with photos, reviews, and service details
- Direct messaging with stylists to confirm availability and discuss requirements
- Secure online payment processing
- Stylist vetting process to ensure quality service
- Community features for sharing inspiration and advice
- Blog with articles related to Afro hair care, empowerment, and lifestyle