About the owner

Meet TyWanna S. Patrick, a passionate advocate for natural hair care and cultural pride. With nearly 40 years of experience in the industry, TyWanna owns and operates NuBginN's Natural Hair & Wellness Center on Chicago's West Side. She is a licensed cosmetologist and a certified braid teacher and natural hair instructor, certified C.E.U. sponsor in Illinois who offers workshops, classes, and one-on-one training. After becoming a licensed cosmetologist, TyWanna saw the damage caused by chemical treatments on African American women's hair. This inspired her to focus on natural hair care and advocate for cultural pride and embracing natural hair. She educates and supports her clients and everyone she meets in choosing to wear their natural hair. TyWanna has participated actively in various natural hair care forums, panels, and workshops, sharing her knowledge and expertise. She has collaborated with Biostrand Products Company in research and development and worked with Organic Root Stimulator as a natural hair platform artist. She has also taught classes and spoken at natural hair care events across Chicago. As a member of the Illinois Association of Hair Braiders, TyWanna played an important role in helping individuals obtain the Illinois Braiders License. She is currently a board member of the Natural Hair Professionals Coalition. In 2017, TyWanna received the Master Pioneer of Natural Hair Award in NYC. Her dedication to holistic wellness led her to study Naturopathic health and become a certified Kemetic Yoga Instructor. She teaches yoga and meditation classes, promoting awareness of their benefits. With her extensive knowledge and experience, TyWanna continues to inspire and educate individuals of African descent, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's culture and history, and embracing natural hair. Her motto, "Free Your Hair, Free Your Mind," reflects her mission to empower people to love themselves and appreciate their natural beauty