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One of the most sought after hairstylists in the world, Jawara Wauchope has become to go-to for celebrities from Rihanna to Solange, Dua Lipa, and more. Growing up in Jamaica, Jawara got a crash course on hair at a young age, surrounded by his eclectic family of reggae legends where beauty and style was at the center of his world. He now brings that creative spirit to a global stage as the man behind some of today’s most iconic beauty looks. He’s a Dyson Global Styling Ambassador, the Senior Beauty Editor-at Large of ID Magazine, and a leader in the global change for diversity in the beauty world, advocating behind and on screen for more hair inclusivity. In this episode, Jawara shares how he got his foot in the door (hint: major persistence), his best advice for aspiring creatives in the beauty world, and how he’s implementing crucial change in the fashion industry.