Natasha Naegamvala To the Manor Born

Natasha Naegamvala, Director, Nalini of Nalini and Yasmin Salon, and daughter of the veteran hairstylist Nalini Naegamvala, has hairdressing in her blood. With Salon India, she shares her professional journey.

Getting started

I followed in my mother and sister’s footsteps. They enjoyed being a part of the hairstyling business, and I, too, hoped for the same. It was my sister who made me the hairstylist I am today. She has to be the most technically sound stylist that I know! I was a few years into this line and then she decided to take me under her wing. I am delighted to be in this business, and could not have asked for more. Education is critical so I studied in London, mainly with Vidal Sassoon and Toni&Guy, and also did a few courses with SAKS, Charles Worthington, and more.

Challenges and overcoming them

Back then, one had to deal with clients who had reservations about spending money on their haircut or colour. It took some time for them to believe that doing so was a good thing. Luckily that is no longer a problem!