Introducing…Hairstylist Risse-Re

by Jen Prudhome
31 May
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Risse-RE is a bold hairstylist whose clients travel from all over Michigan to her home-base near Detroit.

Located five minutes from the Oak Park suburbs, Risse’s artistry has made its mark at Hair Rock Café. A natural-born creative, she navigated her way to the hair industry through adversity.

“I wanted to [study] interior design but was not able to due to finances. My brother suggested hair school and once I was accepted, I loved it…”

She immersed herself in the subject matter and learned the many facets of the hair care industry. Prior to working at Hair Rock Café, Risse worked as an assistant stylist and met hair artist Cool-C.

“I remember admiring his ads and some of the work he did for shows; he does hair like no one else in Detroit. I remember looking at him saying ‘I want to be just like that.’”

She was unable to assist for Cool-C, but when he pulled put together a team of travelling stylists, Cool-C admired and remembered Risse’s drive. The group went by the name Hype World and their string of talent garnered the full attention of peers at hair shows.

Hype World’s trendsetting presentations brought them instant fame and recognition at every hair event they attended. “We would do hair shows, keep the same models, and travel; it was like we were celebrities. Everyone would wait for our team to be featured. It was great!”

The camaraderie Risse had with her team also had a positive effect on her work ethic. She not only grew confident from working with Cool-C but also had a new found appreciation for sharing tips and techniques.

“Whatever I learn I like to share with other people because that is how I was taught. I’m not the type of stylist that tries to hold everything and keep everything to myself. If I see a fellow stylist who is hungry and motivated, why not help them the same way?”

BEAUTY: HAIR (Q&A)—

What is your trademark?

My clients are referred to me for my short hair styling. I love natural and healthy hair and show my clients that you can still have an edgy style that is healthy. I’m a perfectionist. Clients have to me their experience is like I’m performing surgery on hair because I am that meticulous.

What do you feel is the best direction to go for your clients, safe or something new?

I like to find out what my clients do for work, my clients range from corporate America to musicians. So I try to do work that fits their lifestyle with a bit of an edge. I like to always push myself and try different things.

If you were to give your clients four hair care products to get them through a month, what would they be?