Latisha B. Fikes

Latisha B. Fikes is a distinguished hair care professional with over 18 years of experience in cosmetology and trichology. As the founder and owner of LaPhe’s, a salon based in Durham, North Carolina, she has established herself as a leading figure in the beauty industry, particularly in addressing hair loss and scalp health.

Fikes began her career after completing her studies at Carolina Beauty College in 2006. She holds a cosmetology license from Caarolina Beauty College. Became a certified trichologist through the United States Trichology Institute. Her commitment to education extends beyond her own learning; she has served as a cosmetology instructor and has contributed to institutions like the Paul MitchellBeauty School .

Her expertise and creativity have been recognized with accolades such as the Bronner Bros. Award for the Most Creative Natural Hair Style in 2011. Fikes has also worked with notable personalities, including gospel singer Shirley Caesar and actress Bern Nadette Stanis .

Beyond her salon, Fikes is active on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where she shares insights on hair care and promotes her services. She also offers consultations and educational resources through her website Laphesbeauti.com and Createprofessionals.com

Dedicated to community service, Fikes contributes her skills to organizations such as the Triangle Residential Options for Substance Abusers Inc. (TROSA), providing hair services to individuals affected by domestic violence . Looking ahead, she aspires to expand her business to include a combined salon, school, and hair-loss clinic, furthering her mission to educate and empower others in the field of haircare.