Raki (Rakiah Polk)

Raki (Rakiah Polk) is the CEO of Raki Loves Hair and works as its Hair + Scalp Therapist. She has worked in the hair industry for over 20 years. She graduated in cosmetology from Pivot Point International Academy, then spent four years learning under a team of master hair stylists in Downtown Chicago. She later studied trichology at The National Trichology Training Institute and is a certified trichologist through that institute. She continues to build her skills through classes and professional relationships. She focuses on hair and scalp care, with individually built treatments and regimens. Her work addresses damage from breakage and heat, thinning or hair loss, and scalp issues ranging from flaky to oily or dry. Clients who have written about her describe her as caring and as someone who takes time with each person.