About
Mandisa Duperval is a direct descendant from the Duperval family who played a major role in the Haitian Revolution. She inherits their drive and tenacity. In 2009, She obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Bridgeport with a major in Psychology and Human Services. Her background as a teacher’s aide fueled her passion to help others. After graduating the following year, she made a decision to never have to work for anyone again. She quit her job as a teacher’s aide and followed her entrepreneurial spirit to the beauty industry. Over 15 years later Mandisa’s skills as a hairstylist and makeup artist has taken her all over the globe. From Seoul, Korea to Paris, France.
Mandisa Duperval services clients of a larger scale, doing hair and makeup for fashion shows such as Oscar de la Renta and Laquan Smith. She also holds a position as a local 706 and 720 hairstylist. Weather it’s working on headliners for the Grammys, or Daily shows such as “The Herd” or “Speak” Mandisa’s talents speak for themselves. Her true love is not only making people feel beautiful; but using her platform to advocate for communities of color and lgbtq+ people. While working as a National Educator with Moroccanoil, Mandisa went to salons to tech cutting edge salon hair techniques. During this time, in 2020, Mandisa co wrote “Texture Talk”, it was the company’s first class surrounding textured hair. She has since then expanded on textured hair education. You can take a hands on class called “Beyond the Coil”. It gives you the foundational tools you’ll need for any textured hair style.
Mandisa now owns Rafah Luxury Hair, a salon that caters to all hair textures; located in West Hollywood, CA. She specializes in cutting, color, an array of hair extensions. Her team is not only diverse, but welcoming!
Testimonials
"I've done a multitude of projects with Mandisa now, from a multitude of genres featuring a variety of hairstyles, from simple to glamorous...and I can attest that Mandisa can do it all. She is a multi-talented artist with a professional attitude who is also fun to have onset!" ~Jake Helgren, Writer/ Producer/ Director
"Mandisa, is such a great makeup artist. My makeup was flawless throughout my daughter’s wedding. I looked amazing, I got so many compliments from everyone at the wedding. Sweet Dreams Makeup is the best, I was dreaming!! Thank you Mandisa!" ~Gladys Odame
Mandisa went beyond and above her duties as a makeup artist. She was so friendly and on top of everything. Surely had her A-game. I even hired her again for another wedding. Great job! ~Troyè Jacobs
"Working with Mandisa was a great experience! She has the skill and the equipment that it takes to be an amazing make-up artist. We shot with three models and even when a fourth one jumped in, every girl got her make-up done perfectly. Mandisa didn't rush and still had all of them ready for the shoot in no time. As a photographer, I appreciate good make-up especially when it comes to retouching. I could see what a great job Mandisa did even up to close. It'd be my pleasure to work with her again!" ~Silke Schlotz, Silke Photography
Mandisa Duperval
Phone: (774) 240- 7742
Email: Sdreams0511 @ gmail.com
