Marquitte Collins Mz Puff Trichologist Cosmetologist Natural Hair

Marquitte Collins (Mz. Puff), Trichologist, Cosmetologist, & Natural Hair Consultant.

Who Am I? • My name is Marquitte Collins I'm a Trichologist (the medical term for a professional hair doctor). My full title is an Occupational Trichologist Healthcare Practitioner. • I have gone above and beyond to be educated and obtained an AAS (Applied Art & science) Degree in Cosmetology from (College Of Du. Page in Glen Ellyn, IL). A diploma in Trichologyy, and a certificate in Healthcare.

Who am I (continued…) • I’m a Paraprofessional, Life and Job coach. • I have and AAS degrees in Human Services and I am currently attending College of Du. Page and National Louis University to pursue a Masters in Counseling.

What is Trichology? Provide treatment for hair disorders Professional Hair Doctor Trichology is the study of hair loss and scalp disorders

Three most common overlooked indicators that require the services of a trichologist 1. Thinning Hair (Alopecia- patterned baldness) 2. Excessive dandruff/Scalp build-up 3. Scabs and bloody and irritated skin tissue found in hair and scalp 4. Unresolved hair and scalp challenges (A new hair style doesn’t mean healthier scalp & skin)

How can I better serve my clients? (Prevention) • Clean Hair Proper Shampooing Conditioning • Products – Understanding what natural/healthy products are – Beneficial products – Avoiding harmful ingredients (although they are common used)

How can I better serve my clients? (Prevention) • Sanitary Practices (tools for your trade) – Properly cleaning your styling tools between clients • Pulling or Straining Hair – Particularly with braiding, twisting, and styling hair • Chemicals - Use products that do not include harmful ingredients (e. g sulfates, petroleum, silicon, and plastics)

Why Natural Hair and Natural Products? Hair is healthiest in its natural state Natural hair is thicker, stronger, and longer Chemical free hair has stronger bonds - No breakage Natural products are more effective penetrating the hair follicle Natural products are safe for your blood and your respiratory system Natural products compliments the oils your skin and hair produce

How I can serve you? 1. A great stylist has resources for clients. 2. Caring for your clients means consulting with a hair analyst when you feel your client’s hair condition is beyond your expertise. Mz. Puff is your best resource to help you support your clients and keep them returning to you.

Referrals and Consultations with Mz. Puff Healthier hair client continues styling with you You provide service to your client Inform your client of your observation of their unresolved condition Client completes scalp treatments with Mz. Puff Refer client for scalp analysis with Mz. Puff

As a trichologist, I provide medically informed care for your client’s hair. As a stylist, you develop relationships with clients while providing excellence in hair care. We, in consortium with one another, improve hair health and beauty!