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Elizabeth Faye is the founder and CEO of The Vitality Project, the beauty industry’s first workplace wellness program. A licensed cosmetologist, TEDx speaker and trauma-informed coach, she directed the documentary Hairstylists Change the World.
A voice for heart led leaders. Hairdresser turned beauty industry thought leader & advocate.
Helping beauty entrepreneurs with big missions change more lives. Helping human centric beauty organizations change the world. Reimagining how we live and lead.
Beauty Launchpad · 2025Elizabeth Faye is making wellness an industry standardThe founder Q&A: from troubled teen in a salon chair to the beauty industry’s first workplace wellness program.
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Beauty Launchpad print · Jan/Feb 2025Artist Spotlight: Elizabeth Faye“When you think of wellness in the hair industry, you think of Elizabeth Faye.” The print feature.
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Beauty LaunchpadHow to ensure emotional wellbeing for salon staffElizabeth on what emotional wellbeing actually means, and how to make self-care a company value.
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Modern Salon · 2023Nervous system regulation for hairstylists and other beauty makersWhile clients refer to their beauty professionals as "free therapists," it's important to have practices that protect…
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Modern Salon · 2023Hairstylists change the worldElizabeth Faye (@heyelizabethfaye) says that hairstylists change the world by making the person in their chair feel heard, seen, and loved.…
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Modern Salon · 2023Stylist Spotlight: the many ways hairstylists change the worldElizabeth Faye feels so passionately about the transforming power of hairstylists, that she created a documentary to share that conviction and to…
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Beauty LaunchpadMental health resources, advice and guidance for hairstylistsThree beauty professionals on mental health in the industry, for Mental Health Awareness Month.
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Authority Magazine · 2023Female Founders: five things you need to thrive as a woman founder
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Exeleon Magazine · 2023Can a hairstylist change the world?In this Exclusive Interview with Elizabeth Faye, we interact with this incredible entrepreneur and learn more about her journey and beyond.
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Modern Salon · 2020Chasing happiness: how wellness inspires the Hair Love communityElizabeth Faye had to find light in her own life before spreading positivity and success to her community.
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Bellus Academy · press releaseBellus Academy promotes mental health and wellness support through partnership with The Vitality ProjectOn-demand wellness tools, classroom curriculum and a teacher portal for trauma-informed coaching skills.
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Tricoci University · YouTube · 2024Introducing Tricoci University & Vitality Project PartnershipThe film Tricoci made to announce the partnership across its 15 campuses.
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Beauty Launchpad · 2024The Vitality Project provides revolutionary wellness solution for the beauty industryThe launch story, with the founding partners.
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PR Newswire · 2024Tricoci University pioneers wellness education with launch of The Vitality ProjectFirst adopter: 15 campuses across Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin.
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American Spa · 2024Tricoci University launches The Vitality Project
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Pivot Point International · 2025Vitality Project partner spotlightThe Vitality Project recognizes a core truth: to cultivate thriving beauty professionals, we must nurture their well-being from day one.
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Pivot Point International · 2025Introducing The Vitality ProjectThe importance of mental health cannot be overstated. We are thrilled to introduce The Vitality Project, a wellness program for schools.
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Shore Beauty School · 2026How The Vitality Project helps Shore students build long-term resilienceVitality Project helps Shore students build long-term resilience; the curriculum moves beyond the basics of hair and skin to address the human…
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Aspen Beauty Academy · MarylandThe Vitality Project at Aspen Beauty Academy of LaurelThe only school in Maryland offering it.
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MASTERS · 2024MASTERS by Winn ClaybaughThe deepest conversation on record. Full transcript available.
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SUMM IT UP, Summit Salon · 2024Introducing The Vitality Project
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The Daymakers, Tricoci University · 2025Finding Freedom in Beauty with Elizabeth FayeHosts Larry Foster and Daved Dolce sit down with Elizabeth Faye on finding freedom in a beauty career.
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The Hairdresser Strong Show · 2026From Hairdresser to Tech Founder: Building Wellness, Community, and The Vitality ProjectIn this episode, Elizabeth Faye , shares how she went from finding her way into the beauty industry as a teenager to building community,…
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Chris Baran · 2025Head Cases with Chris Baran, episode 131I had such a great talk with my guest this week. She is a powerhouse influencer with a mission to elevate and amplify…
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Money O2 by Qnity · 2025Breaking free from money patternsWelcome back to MONEYO2! Today…
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Beauty Cast Network · 2025Mastering Beauty, episode 60Elizabeth Faye(@heyelizabethfaye) is founder of the all-new Vitality Project --and "an expert in business strategy, a trauma-informed…
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HairdustryYour Day Off: The Vitality Project🌟 Are you ready to transform your career and life? 🌟 Ever wondered how you can thrive in the beauty industry without burning out? This episode of…
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HairdustryYour Day Off: Nervous system regulation🤯 Overwhelmed by stress and can't seem to find your balance? 🌟 Special Guest Alert: We're thrilled to have Elizabeth Faye…
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Crystal Green · 2024Your Hair Mentor, episode 70In this week's podcast episode we have the pleasure of chatting with Elizabeth Faye. She's globally recognized for her…
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Beyond Beauty · 2022Beyond Beauty: How beauty professionals impact livesCertified business and life coach for beauty industry entrepreneurs & educators and Hair Love University Founder, Elizabeth Faye, joins…
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World’s TEDx Chart · May 2023One of the highest-watched TEDx talks released in 2023“How Hairstylists Change the World” landed on the World’s TEDx Chart of the most watched talks released in 2023.
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Modern Salon · 20232023 NAHA finalist: Educator of the YearElizabeth Faye, Hair Love University, among the finalists.
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Modern Salon · 20222022 NAHA finalist: Educator of the YearHer first of two finalist years.
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Beauty Changes Lives · 2025Emcee, Beauty Changes Lives Gala 2025“Emceed by industry icons Sam Villa and Elizabeth Faye, whose dynamic presence set the tone for an inspiring night.” $700,000 raised.
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BeautyTap · 2024Emcee, Beauty Changes Lives Gala 2024With Sam Villa in Chicago. “Faye asked the crowd of executives to pause for a moment, take a breath.”
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Modern Salon · 20262026 Beauty Changes Lives GalaWhite Carpet host and committee.
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Modern Salon · 202650 smart things beauty educators have told usReal-world advice on creativity, consultations, color, burnout, business, boundaries, inclusivity, client care, and career growth from educators and…
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Modern Salon · 2018Modern Salon 100 honoreeElizabeth Faye, @heyelizabethfaye, is best known for her balayage, hair painting, and girl-boss empowerment. See why we chose her to be part of our…
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Beauty Launchpad · 2018The Colorist’s 30 Under 30, Class of 2018
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“They are the secret keepers and safe places for human connection.”
On beauty professionals, Beauty Launchpad, 2024
“Wellness and wealth go hand in hand.”
The founding premise of The Vitality Project
“Changing the world starts by changing your own world.”
Elizabeth Faye
“We change the world not by the hair we do, but by the way we make people feel.”
Modern Salon, 2023
“What happens in the chair is sacred. We connect through listening, eye contact, physical touch and storytelling. Hearts are open and walls are down.”
Modern Salon, 2023
“Sacred success is success that is sustainable for our bodies, business, and bank account. It’s not the type that requires struggle, sacrifice, or burnout to make a profit.”
Modern Salon, 2023
