When it comes to beauty, sustainability is often left out of the conversation. For Aaliyah Lahai, that gap was impossible to ignore. Traditional synthetic hair extensions and wigs aren’t biodegradable, lack disposal guidelines, and create unnecessary waste, an issue that more and more innovators in New Brunswick are working hard to address.
That’s where Gáamai Hair comes in. Founded in June 2023, Gáamai Hair creates biodegradable, textured hair extensions and wigs that bring sustainability to the beauty industry without compromising style. By targeting the wig and clip-in market, Aaliyah is not only reducing synthetic waste but also championing circular solutions in a space that desperately needs them.
Since joining the Venn Garage in November 2024, Aaliyah has been growing her business through a B2B and B2C model, proving that eco-conscious products can also be scalable. She’s also exploring innovative ways to integrate technology into her business model, making her solution not just sustainable but forward-looking in how beauty and innovation intersect.
Most recently, Gáamai Hair hosted Afro Hair Day NB on August 6th, an empowering community event where participants shared experiences and celebrated the beauty of textured hair.
We’re proud to have Aaliyah in the Garage and can’t wait to see how Gáamai Hair continues to reshape beauty, sustainability, and innovation.
