Hey, I'm Rufina, Celebrity Hair Artist & Afro Hair Specialist
From intricate braiding and beautifully executed protective styling to editorial, red-carpet, bridal and commercial work, every appointment is approached with the same attention to detail, professionalism and understanding of the individual.
AS SEEN IN:
2020 — THE FOUNDATION
Reformed Hair is born
After years of experience in hair, I officially founded Reformed Hair in 2020, turning my passion and expertise into a professional business.
2022 — THE BREAKTHROUGH
From Reformed Hair to the industry
A defining year that saw me step further into the professional and entertainment space, working across projects including BET Awards and Glastonbury.
2023–2024 — THE EXPANSION
Campaigns, productions & major events
My work continued to grow across beauty, fashion, music and entertainment, with opportunities including BREAD, Burberry, Wonderbra, YouTube, Wireless Festival and the Brit Awards.
2024 — COMMUNITY & EDUCATION
Glowing Crowns Club begins
Alongside my professional hair career, I founded Glowing Crowns Club — creating spaces for young people to build confidence, community and a positive relationship with their hair. I also began delivering hair, confidence and self-esteem sessions in schools.
2025 — AUTHOR & STORYTELLER
The launch of Alina’s Glowing Afro
I expanded my work beyond the salon and set to the page with the launch of my first children’s book, Alina’s Glowing Afro — a story inspired by Black hair, identity, faith and learning to recognise the light within.
2026 — A NEW CHAPTER
Luxury hair, publishing & youth empowerment
A year of continued growth across multiple areas of my work — from campaigns and London Fashion Week to Range Rover, alongside the launch of my second book, Kiran’s Glowing Afro.
I also continued developing Glowing Crowns Club, including a dedicated youth experience in collaboration with Cantu, bringing together hair education, confidence and community.
TODAY — THE VISION
Building a legacy beyond hair
What began with a passion for hair has grown into a wider creative and purpose-led career spanning luxury hairstyling, publishing, education, youth empowerment and community.
Rufina Stuart
View All My Services
Private Hair Appointments
Premium braiding, protective styling and textured-hair services for private clients.
Celebrity & Talent Styling
On-set, press, red carpet, performances, appearances, tours and personal styling.
Commercial & Editorial
Campaigns, e-commerce, editorial shoots, film, television, music and branded content.
Bridal Hair
Bespoke bridal styling for the bride and bridal party, including destination weddings.
Events & Productions
Professional hairstyling for activations, shoots, productions and large-scale projects.
International Bookings
Available for selected bookings outside London and overseas.
Rufina delivers nothing short of exceptional customer service!
Her braids are always neat and it is evident she takes pride in her work. I always leave her chair loving my braids so would 100% recommend her!
Emily Carter
London
"Absolutely lovely service as always, thank you!"
My braids are neat, and stay neat. I had my knotless braids in for 5 weeks before taking them out and they were still and tight and not messy!
Your appointment won’t last too long either as reformed hair work quickly and efficiently.
Look forward to my next appointment!
Chloe Williams
London
"Really knowledgeable about hair- able to provide advice on how I should take care of my hair."
If there are any delays, is always able to communicate that in advance. Attention to detail is literally unmatched.
Sophie Bennett
London
"Overall great experience. Amazing customer service, very warm atmosphere, patient and accommodating."
Fantastic braider, very neat, quick and painless. Will definitely be coming back! Would highly recommend
Hannah Mitchell
London
Rufina Stuart
Glowing Readers Club
We create engaging, personalised reading experiences that meet children where they are. Hoping to encourage curiosity, creativity, and self-belief, through stories that inspire.