by Kaitlynn Joplin
Looking for a hair braider who can slay your box braids, cornrows, and faux/goddess locs in New York City? You’ve come to the right place. From midtown Manhattan to Harlem to Brooklyn, we’ve found top-rated braiders who can slay today’s most trending styles. When deciding to get a protective style like braids, twists and locs, its important to choose a natural hair braider who understands executing a neat style without compromising the health of your hair and scalp. Here, are a few of the top natural hair braiders in New York City, and you can find a complete list on Swivel.
Inna Nene Tall
Location: Home-based salon in Brooklyn, but she travels too!
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Inna is a master hair braider in New York City with 30+ years of experience. She is known for her fast styling skills and neat, painless braiding. (Also, she has done Beyonce’s hair, so there’s that!) You won’t be disappointed. She works out of a dedicated salon space in her home in Bedstuy, Brooklyn but also travels to clients throughout the NYC area. Clients rave about her speed: She can have you out in less than 4 hours with a full head of box braids!
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Uniquely Styled by Ulyssa
Location: Home-based salon in Brooklyn, but she will travel to you!
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From braids to sew-ins, locs and more, expert stylist Ulyssa will give you a style that is beautiful and picture perfect.
Ancestral Strands
Location: 12 Park St, Brooklyn, NY 11206
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At Ancestral Strands, you have access to some of the best braiding in Brooklyn. With Tamara and her team of talented braiders, you can expect to gain a bit of healthy hair tips along with a quick and beautiful style.
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NappStar
Location: 822 6th Ave, New York, NY 10001
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NappStar is a trendsetting natural hair salon that specializes in eclectic natural and loc styles. Founded by sisters Annette and Melissa Roche (who have 30+ years of experience), you can expect a great style with professionalism and efficiency.
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Just Because Hair Therapy Salon
Location: 141 Carlton Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
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Just Because Hair Therapy Salon provides personalized hair care services with a major focus on restoring and maintaining healthy hair. Salon owner Carol and her team of dedicated stylists are knowledgeable and offer braiding services and so much more.
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NV Stylez Salon
Location: 687 Broadway (1st Fl, Suite 10), Brooklyn, NY
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Kenya, head stylist of NV Stylez Beauty Salon, is a graduate of the world renowned Paul Mitchell and a licensed cosmetologist. She is passionate about making all of her clients look their best, and educates all of her clients on the importance of healthy hair care. Kenya specializes in braiding, weaving, cuts and much more.
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Courtney Foster Beauty
Location: 222 E 34th St, New York, NY 10016
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Courtney is a licensed cosmetologist, certified hair loss practitioner and cosmetology educator. Her full service salon puts emphasis on hair health and educating clients on how to maintain the health and beauty of their hair! You can feel confident knowing your braided style will not compromise the health of your hair or scalp.
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Harlem Natural Hair Salon
Location: 751 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10031
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The talented stylists at Harlem Natural Hair salon are committed to creating beautiful braided styles while maintaining the health of your hair. They use products designed for gentle cleansing and grooming and their expert stylists strive to create styles that compliment each client.
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Ready to book an appointment with one of these amazing natural hair braiders in New York City? Book here now.
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