About Us
About Bold Hairstyles
Your go-to destination for bold, inspiring hairstyle ideas — written by a licensed cosmetology professional who lives and breathes creative hair.
Who We Are
Bold Hairstyles was founded in 2025 with one purpose: to help people discover hairstyles that genuinely suit them and inspire them to take the leap. Every article on this site is written or reviewed by a licensed cosmetology professional — not a content farm.
Meet the Founder
Folake Adewale
Licensed Cosmetologist & Creative Hair Specialist | Founder, Bold Hairstyles
Folake Adewale is the founder of Bold Hairstyles. A licensed cosmetologist with over a decade of hands-on experience in professional salons, she built Bold Hairstyles to bridge the gap between editorial hair inspiration and practical, everyday styling guidance. Her background spans natural hair, protective styles, colour work, and cutting-edge creative looks.
Folake is known for her ability to translate complex styling techniques into clear, actionable steps that readers can actually follow. She believes that bold hair choices are for everyone — regardless of hair type, texture, or budget — and every article on this site reflects that commitment.
On Bold Hairstyles, every piece of content is written or reviewed by Folake to ensure it meets professional standards and genuinely helps readers achieve the looks they want.
Credentials & Experience
- Licensed Cosmetologist — State Board Certified
- Advanced Colour & Chemical Services Certification
- Natural Hair & Protective Styles Specialist
- 11+ Years Professional Salon Experience
- Founder & Lead Editor, Bold Hairstyles
What Makes Bold Hairstyles Different
Every article on Bold Hairstyles is written or reviewed by Folake. There are no ghost writers and no advice that has not been verified against professional cosmetology standards. Here is what we commit to:
- Inclusive style advice — We cover all hair types and textures, from fine straight hair to thick natural coils, and everything in between.
- Practical guidance — We do not just show you what looks good. We explain how to achieve it, what products to use, and what to expect.
- Honest product mentions — We disclose affiliate relationships clearly. We only recommend products we have independently assessed.
- Regular updates — Articles are reviewed and refreshed when trends shift or new techniques emerge.
Our Editorial Process
- Research — Topics are researched against professional cosmetology literature and real salon experience.
- Writing — Content is written or reviewed by Folake before publication.
- Fact-check — Claims about techniques, products, and hair science are verified before publication.
- Review — Articles are periodically updated to stay current.
Contact Us
Have a question or topic suggestion? Visit our Contact page or email us at [email protected].