Stylists & Salons

Professional Curl Education for Stylists

Over recent years, I have designed and delivered advanced curl education for stylists seeking to specialise in natural texture — through intensive one-to-one immersions, workshops, and look-and-learn programmes across Aotearoa.

These programmes were created to raise the standard of curl practice in New Zealand, equipping stylists with:

• Deep consultation skills
• Structural and density-aware cutting fluency
• Texture-specific product knowledge
• Sustainable appointment frameworks
• Portfolio development and positioning within the curl niche

This work formed part of the wider development of a professional curl infrastructure in Aotearoa — supporting the emergence of confident, capable curl specialists nationwide.

As of 2024, my focus is now centered on my private studio practice and the continued growth of my family business, Curls Naturally.

However, I remain open to considered professional enquiries aligned with the long-term integrity of curl infrastructure in New Zealand.

For professional enquiries, please contact me.

The Curl Next Door

I’d been searching for new training and inspiration for a while. Having curly hair myself I was totally able to relate to everything Donna has to offer.

I spent 2 fully loaded days training in curly hair with Donna, who has so much knowledge and inspiration to give! I came away feeling fully ignited, inspired, raring to go and wanting more! Her enthusiasm and knowledge is enlightening, I can not thank her enough!!
 
‘One on one’ training is definitely the way to go. It’s hands on and you retain so much more.
 

-Vicki Carr, Nelson

The Curl Next Door

What an amazing experience!

My training with Donna was not only thorough, informative and inspiring, it was delivered with such passion and enthusiasm. I left with a wealth of curly knowledge, confidence and excitement for curls like never before. Thank you Donna, you are an incredibly passionate curl friend.

-Jeanette Cork, Woodbine Studios.