ABOUT US
Our Story
Hijab – Head Scarf | Bella – Beautiful
Hijabella Hair Studio began with a single chair on Fatima Sayanvala’s patio—a small space fueled by big dreams and creative passion. With no formal background, Fatima enrolled at L’Oréal, graduated top of her class, and steadily transformed that modest setup into a full-service salon.
Today, our studio is nestled in the leafy suburb of Greenside, where we help every woman leave looking—and feeling—her absolute best. Fatima’s journey shows that when you commit to learning, growing, and believing, the sky truly is the limit.
Our Purpose
"We rise by lifting others"
Hijabella Hair & Beauty Studio is more than a salon; it is a sanctuary built on love, honesty, and equality. We open doors for women—through skills training, meaningful employment, and hairstyles that ignite confidence. Each visit supports our wider mission to empower girls and women who lack educational or economic opportunities.
Team
Meet Our Amazing Team
Fatima
Founder/Master Stylist
A self-taught success story who thrives on uplifting and supporting others. Fatima pours her belief in limitless potential into every cut, colour, and coaching moment.
Beauty
Stylist
With over 20 years in the beauty industry, still chasing new techniques, Beauty blends veteran skill with restless learning to give clients consistently radiant, confidence-boosting results.
Nadia 'Nadz'
Stylist
Starting as our receptionist, she moved onto the salon floor and now juggles advanced hairdressing courses with single-mom duties. Her tenacity – and spotless foils – keep us on track.
Together, we are a circle of strong women ready to pamper you, share a laugh, or offer support when life feels heavy.
Thandi
Assistant
From sweeping hair in our patio days to mastering colour applications and legendary basin massages, Thandi brings calm dedication to her family, our clients, and the salon each day.
Natasha 'Tashy'
Stylist
From renting a chair to now a skilled stylist, Natasha runs an NPO providing clothing and foster care for local children. Her skill and kindness shines through every style she creates.
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