Ask Afrobella — Seeking Natural Hair Salons
Here’s an Ask Afrobella question that I’m gonna need you all to help me answer. Ready? Here goes…
Hello Afrobella,
First, let me start off by letting you know how much I really respect you as a Woman, Journalist, & Fellow Afrobella! I really appreciate your point of view. Please know that you have filled a missing void in the natural community. Which brings me to my request. I don’t know if this idea has crossed your mind or maybe it’s a work in progress. Nevertheless ,I would really a be grateful if you could write about one or all of the following topics:
1. A list of Natural Hair Salons located in Major Cities and/ or States.
2. A review of Natural Hair Salons located in Major Cities and/ or States.
3. Create a forum for Afrobellas to list and make referrals to natural hair care salons that satisfied them.
Please, note that when I say natural hair care salon. I’m not talking about a salon that thinks a press and curl is the only way to style natural hair! I’m talking about a place that can cut, treat, shingle, coil, finger style etc.
Granted you have supplied us with awesome product recommendations to take care of our own hair. But, sometimes we would like a little TLC from and trained professional who knows how to care for and style natural hair.
I would be grateful if you could write about natural hair salons. I feel that info on this topic would fill another missing void within the natural community. I currently live in New York City of all places and I don’t know where to go!
I Thank you in advance for allowing me to make this request.
God Bless, Cece
I actually wrote back to CeCe and thanked her for her brilliant suggestion, but I must say, this is an especially daunting Ask Afrobella for me. Those of you who have been reading for a while might remember my Hairdresser Horrors post. I’ve dealt with many a bad salon, and as a result, I hardly EVER go to the hairdresser. Last time I went was to the fabulous Larramy for my curl cut back in May! I loved my experience with Larramy, but I also agree with CeCe — there is something special about meeting a professional hairdresser who actually has your hair texture. There’s a feeling of security from knowing that the person you’re paying to style your ‘do knows exactly how to treat your tresses from personal experience, and there is also a significant satisfaction that comes from supporting businesses within the black community.
After I said to myself, fire burn that fancy Aveda place where they sate you with tea then load you up with overpriced, don’t-work-for-your-texture products you’re expected to buy (pardon me for venting Aveda fans, I obvs had a very lame experience there) — I spent quite a while searching for a natural hair salon within 30 miles of my residence. And as far as I knew (longtime Miami natives, please correct me if I am wrong) — I was fresh outta luck. The best natural hair salon in the area was all the way up in Fort Lauderdale….until September 30, when Natural Trend Setters opened a Miami branch!
Their locations in Tamarac and Delray Beach were already the must-visit locations for a variety of well-known local afrobellas, including hostess with the mostess Ingrid B, gorgeous 99 Jamz DJs Supa Cindy and K/ Foxx — early Afrobella readers might remember my interview with her. K. Foxx told me about NTS back then, and I finally got around to visiting a whole year later. And finally, I’m writing about it two months after visiting the place. Jeez, I am such a slacker.
Natural Trend Setters has a big reputation in south Florida. Stunning sister stylists Simone and Trudy Hylton are like walking advertisements for their craft — their hair is ON POINT. Their opening event was such a warm, welcoming, family affair. The salon merged with the Yellow Moon Day Spa in Liberty City, a pretty gritty part of Miami. Owner Rick Spence explained that the location was key — “We wanted to set an example. We’re trying to erase that negative vibe and create a social vibe.” Part of the social vibe will be a cafe and lounge area at the front, where they will host spoken word poetry and live music in the evenings. The salon is attached to the large front space, and it’s seriously gorgeous. Bright and plush and very welcoming. At the back is the spa, and they’ve got pretty, private rooms where they offer massages and waxing as well. The event was covered by the Broward Times, so you can read more about their services there, or click here.
At the opening reception I met some really cool local bellas, including Brigitte, owner of Brown Olive Natural Skin Care — I got to smell and sample some of her products and they rock!
And the beautiful bella you see pictured here is JoAnn Sampson, a gorgeous grandmother who participates in the Senior Olympics! Click here to read her story, and be as inspired as I was. I chatted with JoAnn for a while and she told me all about staying fit past 60, and being a senior Olympian. Amazing. JoAnn is a regular client at NTS and frequently models in their natural hair shows, as well.
I haven’t yet had the opportunity to come to Natural Trend Setters, but I plan to go get my hair done and write a review soon. Twists, anyone?
This is my first step to answering CeCe’s question. I don’t know thing 1 about creating a forum for discussion, first of all…. I’d love to start something like that next year when I do a big site redesign. For now, all I can do is write about the places I know of and ask you to tell me about your favorite hairdresser so we can spread the love. Seems like a good place to start, right?
Do you have a natural salon you absolutely love in your neck of the woods? Tell me – where do you get your hair done, bellas?
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Senkay Natural Hair Studio LLC. is Charlotte’s (NC) hot place for the natural head person. My stylist has her own studio and can work magic. I LOVE HER! When I cut my locks out I wanted to keep my hair natural so she comes up with new styles all the time and they are not braids. YESSSSS! Plus she’s licensedand that’s hard to find in a natural hair salon. Her # is 704-608-6775.
Senkay is the best!!!!
The web site: http://www.senkayhair.com She is also across the street from South Park Mall.
I am looking for a natural stylist in the Savannah GA area!!! Please help
Hello, I am a natural hair stylist from the MOntreal, Canada area. Thought I would post and say hello to the natural hair lovers and supporters out there!…please visit my site is http://www.SundariCrations.com
Thanks<3
Alle Sundari
Hello,
I am a professional natural hair care distributor located in Montreal. If you are looking for all natural products (that is worth every penny!) for your natural curls, please visit my website at http://www.lovethyhns.ca or contact me at info@lovethyhns.ca
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Hello,
I recently moved back to Florida after 10 years in Arizona. Looking for a natural hair salon in south Ft. Lauderdale or north Miami.
Thank you
Hello and Good Morning, I am also looking for a good natural hair care salon. Please let me know if you found one that I can try.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Joanne
hello i know that this is late but… i just wrote to offer my services to you. my name is mimi and i am a traveling hairstylist! meaning i make house calls… i do braids, kinky twist, & cornrows. i also wash and condition & trim….i have a few pictures on youtube…. (youtube.com/meeyahx) check out some of my pics…. if you are intrested email me at a_phat1@hotmail.com
I’m in miami. Call me at 305 256 8005 The website is http://www.glowsalonmiami.com and my youtube anaturalbeauty3 and my facebook is curlynaturalbeauty
I am looking for a natural hair salon that I was told maybe located on 35th Street in Chicago, Illinois. I want someone who cares for treating and growing natural hair.
hi!
i am looking for a natural hair stylist in baton rouge, la.
Hello,
I was looking for an affordable natural hairstylist/salon on the south or west sides of Chicago, IL. I was trying to find one myself, but I’d figured that seeking a few recommendations would help as well
I am in the chicagoland area and also looking fr a natural hair care salon can you let me no if you foubd any locations?
I am interested in a loctician that is willing to make house calls. Im in Forest Park,Ga.
Greetings mrs clark i am a natural hair stylist/loctician and i would be honored to travel in order to service your haircare needs.i do have a salon that i work out of THE Art Of Gem natural haircare center nestled in the heart of the west end of atlanta. please contact
I went to Atajmil on South Street,after getting so many recommendation. My appointment was with the owner, “Queen Lala”. She was late starting my hair and very condescending.Her technique and touch is wonderful,but the high and mighty attitude has to go. She has her daughters working with her, who are knowledgeable and polite.
I would like to know of a good natural shop in Chicago/South Burbs/NWI. I am considering getting the big chop and start growing my hair out, just would like to go to a shop I can where cute styles.
Hi Brandy,
I am also looking for someone in the Chicagoland Northwest Indiana area. If you hear of someone please shoot me an email and I will do the same for you.
Thanks.
Did you ladies get any responses about hair salons? I need a hair cut so bad, and I’m scared to go to someone new
I have decided to go Natural. I am in the beginning stage. It has only been 6 weeks since my last relaxer. I really do not want to do the “Big Chop”. I am presently living in the Tampa Bay, Florida area. Could you please recommend any reputable salons that specify in handling “Natural” hair. I am willing to travel outside of Tampa if I have to.
Also I traveling to Bronx, New York next week for Xmas. Could you please recommend Natural hair salons in the Bronx or Manhattan area. Thank you for your assistance.
I’ve lived on Long Island, NY for most of my life but frequent NYC quite a bit. Since I’m relocating to BK within the next few weeks and wanted to share some salons I’ve read about on CN.com.
Khamit Kinks-BROOKLYN
Miss Jessie’s-BROOKLYN
DevaChan Salon(makers of DevaCurl)-Manhattan
Pikinini’s-Brooklyn
Christo Fifth Avenue-Manhattan
Hope this helps someone and I’m looking forward to visiting one of these salons soon.
Thank you so much I was looking for salons in NYC though I live in Boston we have about 0 unless they specialize in Locks…I’m only interested in natural hair/weaves!
try simply erinns in cambridge.
I am just going natural and looking for a stylist in the Miami area to help me through the transition.
I moved to Chicago about 10 months ago and I am natural. Yehia on Dearborn is excellent. A man named Mohammed does my hair. I am in and out within an hour. I’m from NYC and I’ve been to countless salons of all backgrounds. This is the best I have ever had my hair done. I have been wearing my naturally curly hair lately but I love him as a stylist.
Can anyone recommend a natural hair salon in Burlington, VT (tried Diversity, hated it) or Montreal, Quebec?
Hi!
I am located in montreal and I specialize in natural hairstyles, you can reach me at (514) 588-6668 or e-mail me at: coiffurebeautedesiles@hotmail.com, here’s the link of my hair videos on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCJEnyTFM4Q&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
Bye!
Hi, I am just going natural and I believe I want the big chop at this point but I need to find a great barber in the Gainesville VA area to help me through the transition. Please HELP!!!
Thanks
I’m looking for a natural stylist in the Concord area of NC I dont want some one who only does protective styles I want to grow my hair longer but I prefer roller sets dry bantu knot outs or wearing my hair in a flat ironed look.. Also need a professional colorist thanks ladies
If you find one, a good one, in the Concord area, I would love to know about it also. There’s plenty in Charlotte; Lockstar, Senkay, Revolution Ego and Sisterlocs to name a few, but I have yet to come across one in Concord.
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That’s crazy, I’ve been doing this since I was 18!
I’m looking for a natural hair salon in Savannah, Georgia. Please help.
CHECK CRAIGLIST!
I am a natural stylist in Miami, Fl. I have youtube videos anaturalbeauty3 and I have a facebook with some of my work curlynaturalbeauty. Mention this posting and I will give you 10% off. Call the salon at 3052568005. Consultations are free!
Looking for a natural hairstylist in San Diego, California.
Did you ever find a natural stylist out here? I am looking and looking and no luch
Did you ever find a natural stylist out here? I am looking and looking and no luck
I am new to the Charlotte area and need a lotician ASAP. If there are any referrals of natural hair salons/stylists that can be provided to me it would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks CW