Bilguissa Diallo is a French woman of Guinea origin, born in 1975 in the Paris region. The daughter of an officer in the French army who opposed the regime of Sékou Touré, she grew up in a family that had experienced exile, first in Senegal and then in France. After studying applied foreign languages, she illustrated herself as a writer with the novels "Diasporama" and "Guinea, 22 November 1970" exploring the themes of identity and immigration.
But it was above all as a visionary entrepreneur that she made herself known by founding in 2010 the natural cosmetics brand Nappy Queen, aimed at African-texturized hair and celebrating the natural beauty of black women.
Introduction
Bilguissa Diallo is a French personality of Guinean origin, who has been able to combine with brilliance various hats: writer, entrepreneur, journalist and activist. Born in 1975 in the Paris region, she grew up in a family marked by exile and resilience, values that shaped her unique journey. Proud of her African roots, Bilguissa Diallo has been able to celebrate them through her various ventures, while contributing her stone to the building of cultural diversity in France.
Education
After studying applied foreign languages with a business option, Bilguissa Diallo has acquired a solid linguistic training and openness that will be valuable to her later professional adventures.
Professional career
Bilguissa Diallo's early experiences led her into the worlds of communication, press and publishing, where she occupied various positions ranging from communication officer to maquettist. However, it is truly as a writer and entrepreneur that she has illustrated herself.
In 2005, she published her first novel, "Diasporama", exploring the themes of identity and integration of Guinea immigrants in France. A few years later, in 2010, Bilguissa Diallo took a new direction by creating the natural cosmetics brand Nappy Queen, for curled and crispy hair.
Published works
- "Guinée, 22 Novembre 1970 : Opération Mar Verde" (2014)
- "N'Deye, Oury et Jean-Pierre vivent au Sénégal" (2007)
- "Diasporama" (2005)
Nappy Queen: A winning bet
With Nappy Queen, Bilguissa Diallo has been able to meet a growing demand for natural hair products suitable for African-texted hair. Surfing on the wave of the " nappy movement" of the 2010s, she was able to create a brand that was both authentic and accessible, celebrating the natural beauty of black women.
By drawing from the natural riches of Africa, including the ingredients of the Guinean terroir such as karité, Nappy Queen embodies the values dear to its founder: authenticity, diversity and pride of origins.
Conclusion
In the course of her achievements, Bilguissa Diallo has established herself as an inspiring figure at the crossroads between France and Guinea. Her journey testifies to an unwavering attachment to her roots, while fully embracing her French identity. By celebrating natural beauty and giving a voice to the African diaspora, she has been able to build bridges between cultures and promote a message of inclusion and pride.
