THE JOURNEY, NOT JUST THE DESTINATION

Little moments.
Big dreams.

From the runway to the classroom, moments I’m proud of.

  1. Yayra holding her certificate in a white coat
    Learning & growth

    One year closer to becoming a trichologist

    I officially passed my first year of studying Trichology with The Institute of Trichologists, alongside running my business and creating hair art. One year down, two more to go. I’m continuing to learn about the science of hair and scalp health.

    The story on Instagram
  2. Yayra speaking into a microphone on the Alumni Hair Panel
    Sharing my journey

    From competitor to Alumni Hair Panel

    A full-circle moment: after competing the previous year, I returned to Beauty Business Events as part of the Alumni Hair Panel. I shared my journey and what I’d learned with this year’s competitors, and was interviewed by Wummi Bello.

    The story on Instagram
  3. Yayra’s Beauty and the Beast inspired moving hair art with floral details
    Creative showcase

    An enchanted rose at Braiders Brunch

    I created an avant-garde hair piece for the Braiders Brunch showcase, inspired by the enchanted rose in Beauty and the Beast. Moving flowers brought a little magic to the finished look: a meeting of storytelling, hair and movement.

    The story on Instagram
  4. A model wearing Yayra’s sculptural chandelier headpiece
    Hair, art & technology

    The chandelier headpiece — and yes, it moves

    A vision brought to life: a moving chandelier headpiece that mixes hair with technology. From the challenges of making it work to fitting it on the models backstage, this piece celebrates everything I love about pushing hair beyond a hairstyle.

    The story on Instagram
  5. Hair and makeup practice during the Breaking Barriers course
    Learning & opportunity

    Breaking Barriers with Levelling Up

    The Breaking Barriers course with Levelling Up helped me develop new hair and makeup skills, grow in confidence and build lasting friendships. Learning with Suzanne Scotcher deepened my passion for working in theatre, television and film, and opened up an inspiring network of people.

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  6. Six models showing Yayra’s fashion-show hair looks
    On the runway

    Eight models. Four hours. A runway moment.

    I created hair looks for eight models in four hours for a fashion show, including the chandelier headpiece. Seeing the models bring every look to life on the runway was a surreal moment. Six of the eight models are pictured in the original post.

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  7. Afro Hair & Beauty Live speaker poster announcing Yayra Azumah’s masterclasses
    Teaching & sharing

    Masterclasses at Afro Hair & Beauty Live

    Announced as a speaker for two exclusive masterclasses at Afro Hair & Beauty Live, sharing the core techniques behind locs, braids and cornrows. The sessions were scheduled for 24–25 May 2026 at the Business Design Centre in Islington, London.

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  8. Yayra with her mum, holding flowers after Beauty Business Events Pitch Night
    A winning moment

    Winning at Beauty Business Events Pitch Night

    I won at Beauty Business Events Pitch Night, an exciting new direction for my business. I’m grateful to Jasmine, the judges and my mentor Miraclemane for their encouragement and belief in my vision, and to my mum for supporting me every step of the way.

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  9. Botanical braided art with branch-like forms, green leaves and pink flowers
    Competition participation

    Stepping into the Braiding Spotlight

    I took part in the Braiding Spotlight Competition through Beauty Business Events, bringing my botanical braided creation to life. A chance to share my imagination, challenge myself and celebrate the possibilities of braiding.

    The story on Instagram

Still dreaming. Still creating.

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