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I was googling around to find someone to take a turn doing my hair. I am a woman working with her coily afro (4c, for those of you who know what that is) in an unprocessed state, and sometimes, I feel like a break from it. So, up pops Studio 86.
I cannot overestimate what a gem is to find a place that works with Black women's hair across the range of possibilities. Some places only do the relaxing and texturizing. Some places only do the extensions, weaves, braids, etc. Some places only do the dreadlocking. Some places will take your natural hair and blow dry/flat iron it into submission. Some places will soak your hair until it squeezes out some kind of curl pattern. Almost no one caters to the woman who wants to wear her hair out but style it with some twisting or curling. This place, miraculously, does it all!
I came in to get a consultation because I knew that my mane needed a professional eye on it. Kahlae gave me straightforward advice, a moisturizing treatment and a hair cut/style that I am loving. She is offering exactly what I need; professional support for taking care of my own hair.
The salon is on the lower level of Studio 86 and is a very nice space - lots of light. They sell products but there is no fervor to sell here, just sound recommendations. The stuff is there if you need/want it.
BTW, its a truly multicultural salon. While I was there I saw all kinds of women and all kinds of hair textures getting service.
I've already booked my follow up appointment.
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