How to Locate a Natural Hair Stylist

Many African-American women choose natural hairstyles to prevent damage from harsh hair chemicals.

Due to the immense damage that perms, weaves and harsh chemicals cause to African American hair, many women have decided to wear their hair natural. Transitioning from chemically-processed to natural hair is challenging for African American women, and many need help with maintenance and styling techniques. Natural hair stylists are in high demand, and they provide transitional and maintenance services, which include deep conditioning, braiding, locking and twisting hair. Countless beauticians are switching their focus to natural hair care to meet this demand, and natural beauty shops are sprouting up throughout the country as a result.

Instructions

1. Seek recommendations from women who wear their hair natural. Women who have natural hair know how difficult the transitional phase is, and many of them are more than happy to recommend beauticians and barbers who specialize in natural hair care.

2. Visit the Salons of America website to locate African American beauty and barber shops throughout the country. Select your state of residence for a list of natural hair stylists in your state.

3. Ask an African American hair salon owner for recommendations. Salon owners around the country network with one another. They meet at hair show events, styling competitions and in certification and training courses. Local salon owners that specialize in African hair care can refer you to natural hair stylists throughout your city.

Tips & Warnings

• Just as you would with any beautician, always research natural stylists before allowing them to care for your hair.

References

• Nappturality: Black African American Natural Hair Resource
• Natural-Hair-Treatment.net: Natural Hair Salons -- All About Them

Resources

• Salons Of America