Meet Nia Jackson of Jonesboro ,GA

Today we’d like to introduce you to Nia Jackson.

Hi Nia, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My work begins with the belief that the crown is sacred. Locs are not just a hairstyle—they are history, identity, spirituality, and legacy. The way we care for our hair reflects the way we care for ourselves, and for our lineage. That understanding has shaped everything I do.

I come from a rich cultural background, being raised in a Rastafarian household with Puerto Rican and Jamaican heritage, and I grew up on the island of St. Croix, surrounded by rhythm, nature, and deep spiritual grounding. Locs were not a choice for me—they were a birthright. They taught me patience, pride, discipline, and connection. That foundation became the root of my purpose.

The women in my family have always been builders—independent, strong, and self-determined. My grandmother owned a salon, and although I didn’t grow up watching her behind the chair, I inherited her drive, her work ethic, and her understanding that beauty is a form of care and community. I was raised to create, to stand firm, and to lead.

My journey shifted profoundly when I became a mother at 15 years old. My son gave me purpose. He became my reason to keep going when life could have asked me to slow down. He fueled my determination to build something real, something lasting—something that could support not only us, but the generations that follow. My commitment to generational wealth and legacy began with him.

In 2015, I moved to Georgia, where I continued to grow and evolve. I earned my degree from Georgia State University in 2021, and later completed cosmetology school in 2024. But my relationship with locs existed long before I ever stepped into a classroom. This was lived knowledge—ancestral knowledge.

I created Kushite Locs to restore integrity, education, and wellness to loc care. To bring back reverence to the crown. To create a culture of knowledge, rather than shortcuts. As the brand expanded, I felt called to build a physical home where that culture could thrive. In 2025, I opened Renewed Kanvas Beauty Bar—a sanctuary for artistry, healing, self-expression, and community. It is more than a salon; it is a creative and cultural space where clients and stylists alike are poured into.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No, it hasn’t been smooth at all. When I moved to Georgia, I came with only $250 in my pocket. I was an island gyal navigating a place that felt huge and overwhelming. I found my first job within my first week, because I didn’t have a choice — I had a child depending on me. I remember walking in hail to get to where I needed to be, pushing through anxiety, culture shock, and the reality of starting over with no safety net.

My nerves were high, my support was limited, and there were many moments where I felt unsure. But I kept going. Within my second year in Georgia, I found myself in a barbershop, slowly carving out my place in the beauty world through connection, consistency, and showing up even when my spirit was tired.

On top of that, becoming a mother at 15 meant I learned responsibility and resilience early. Balancing school, work, motherhood, and my own growth was not easy — but it shaped me. It built discipline, faith, and a relentless work ethic.

So no, the road wasn’t smooth — it was sacrifice, courage, and emotional endurance. But those struggles are the reason I was able to build Kushite Locs and later open Renewed Kanvas Beauty Bar. They made me who I needed to become to walk in purpose, build legacy, and create something that will outlast me.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am a Master Loctician, Educator, and Salon Owner, specializing in healthy loc care, loc restoration, and cultural crown maintenance. Through my brand, Kushite Locs, I focus on growing, repairing, and maintaining locs in a way that honors both the hair and the person wearing it. My work is rooted in cultural integrity, scalp health, and long-term hair wellness.

What sets me apart is that my work is not just about styling hair — it’s about understanding the connection we have to our crown. Hair holds identity, confidence, and history. Growing up in a Rastafarian household, I’ve worn locs from birth, so I understand the emotional and cultural meaning behind them. That awareness guides the way I care for my clients.

At Renewed Kanvas Beauty Bar, my focus is wellness, education, and a calm, supportive environment. Clients leave with healthy hair, but also with knowledge — and a sense of being seen and cared for. I’m most proud of the transformation that happens beyond the style: confidence returning, people reconnecting with themselves, young stylist growing and the legacy I’m building for my son and those coming after me.

We all have a different way of looking at and defining success. How do you define success?
I define success as alignment — living in my purpose, providing for my family, and creating something that continues after me. Success isn’t just financial for me; it’s the ability to maintain peace, to grow without losing myself, and to build generational wealth and legacy that my son can stand on. If I can make an impact, stay grounded, and open doors for others — that’s success.

Pricing:

• First Time Consult Free

Contact Info:

• Website: https://kushitelocs.as.me/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kushite_locs?igsh=aXBraWo3ZmRybHJy&utm_source=qr

Image Credits
Nia Jackson