Maintaining an afro or multi-textured hair can be tricky.
You need a specialist hairdresser. Somebody in the know, who’s passionate about cutting, styling, weaving and braiding your Afro-Caribbean hair.
But when it comes to the best Afro hair salons in the UK, there aren’t many. Of the roughly 35,000 registered hair salons, only 10% of these cater to Afro-Caribbean hair.
If you’re looking for the best Afro hair salons in the UK, read on. We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 best Afro hair salons in the UK.
Peckham Palms, London
Address: 1-10 Bournemouth Close, Peckham, SE15 4PB
Situated in the heart of Peckham, this specialist hair salon is home to over 30 professional hair stylists who know what they’re doing when it comes to natural hair. They offer braids, weaves, locs and custom wigs, as well as a range of specialist hair products for Afro-Caribbean hair. Food and drinks are also served as you wait.
Cococheno, Bristol
17 Nelson St, Bristol BS1 2LA
Founded by Leonie Northey after spotting a gap in the market, Cococheno provides a unisex afro hair service in the heart of Bristol. It specialises in styling and hair care for all hair textures and prides itself on being accessible to all. The salon also recently won “Hairdressing Retailer of the Year” at the Broadmead Bristol BID Retailer Awards for the third year in a row so you know you’re in good hands.
Nadola Enterprises, London
141, Copeland Road,London Copeland Road, London
Looking for weaves and braiding in Manchester? GlamGorgeous is your place. The salon specialises in natural-looking weaves and provides a variety of cuts, braids and treatments at a very reasonable price. And if you can’t make it to the salon, GlamGorgeous offers flexible home, work and hotel visits.
Hair Lounge by Charlotte Mensah, London
347 Portobello Road, W10 5SA
Founded by award-winning hair stylist, Charlotte Mensah, this specialist hair salon launched in 1999 and is now one of the most well-known hair salons in London. Situated on the stylish Portobello Road, it offers everything from cornrows and braids to weaves and extensions. Hey, if it’s good enough for Janelle Monae…
The Traphouse Salon, London
711 Barking Road, Plaistow, E13 9EU
Home to highly trained stylists specialising in wig fittings and Afro-Caribbean hair, The Traphouse Salon is one of the places in London to get your natural hair done. Not only does the salon offer hair services, but they also do nails and lashes. There’s a famous flower wall to pose in front of, too.