Finding A Good Braider

How to find a good hair braider

The first thing to care for your braids is to make sure your braids are put in properly.
Find a good braider.
Although you can find many braiders working from home, I recommend going to a professional who works from a shop. Because this is what she does for a living, she will most likely get started on your hair on time, will have few interruptions other than lunch or bathroom breaks, she will complete the work in one day. Another advantage is that you can go back to the shop if there is any problem. A good braider should guarantee her work for 7 to 14 days, should you need any braids put back in, it should be done free of charge. Braids that are put in properly should not become undone within two weeks. Beware of salons that put signs stating that they are not responsible for any repairs once the clients leave their shops. This is not good customer service.

Surfing through the phone book can be a good way to find a good hair braider. Many braiding shops are operated by African braiders. Look under “Braiders “ or “Natural Hair Salons” in phone listings. The internet makes it easier to find a braider, many stylists now have their own websites to showcase their work, be sure that the pictures shown are the actual stylist’s work . Another great way (probably the best way) to find a good braider is through referral. Ask someone whose braids you admire to refer you to their braider. Be sure to get the braider’s name and not just the shop information.

Once you locate a braider, always stop by for a face to face person consultation. During the consultation ask all the questions that you might have. If satisfied with the consultation, you can then schedule an appointment. Be sure to ask the following questions:
1. How long have you been braiding?
2. Do you have pictures of your work?
3. How many people will be working on my head?
4. Do you offer maintenance services : shampoo, touch-ups ?
5. If I loose some braids within a week or two, would you put them back in free of charge? Do you guarantee your work?
6. Will the service be completed in one day?