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hello, braid.
hello, braid.

hello, braid.

Hair salon in Rockville, MD

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hello, braid. is a braiding studio in Rockville with a team of stylists who work on protective styles for natural hair. The studio describes its braiding as low tension and suitable for natural hair, whether or not extensions are added, and says its styles are meant to help with length retention while keeping the ends moisturized and sealed.

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hello, braid. is a braiding studio in Rockville with a team of stylists who work on protective styles for natural hair. The studio describes its braiding as low tension and suitable for natural hair, whether or not extensions are added, and says its styles are meant to help with length retention while keeping the ends moisturized and sealed.

The studio also focuses on twists and locs as lower-maintenance options for natural hair. Microlocs are a major part of the menu: they can start with braids, twists or braid extensions, but extensions are not offered with twists and interlocs are not offered. Standard microloc parts measure about 1/2 to 1/3 inch and are sized to hair density, with thicker hair usually needing smaller parts. Microparts, which range from 1/4 to 1/2 inch, are not recommended for fine hair and carry an extra fee for install and reties.

Booking is done through the studio's Square site, and clients may also contact the studio by Instagram DM or text, with replies aimed within 24 to 36 hours. Hair for services is not provided, so clients buy their own, with guidance from the studio's Instagram highlights. Hair should be washed and blow dried with no product or oils beforehand, though heat protectant is allowed, and shampoo is not provided at the studio. A complimentary blow dry is available for clients who cannot blow dry their own hair. Only parents of children may attend appointments with them, and no other guests are allowed.

The studio describes its braids and styles as low tension, natural hair friendly and length retaining, and presents twists and locs as low-maintenance, permanent natural hair styling aimed at growth and retention.

Services

Final prices may vary.

Braid extensions in 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16 inch lengths.

  • Braid extensions 8" $1,000
  • Braid extensions 10" $1,200
  • Braid extensions 12" $1,400
  • Braid extensions 14" $1,600
  • Braid extensions 16" $1,800
  • Mini twists $140+
  • Mini braids $150+
  • Extended mini twists $225+
  • Extended mini braids $235+

An in-person consultation for microloc installs, which is required before booking microlocs.

  • In person consultation $75

A part and start service for clients who want the parting done before a braided start.

  • Part and start $60+
  • Diy part and start $60+

Knotless braids with extensions, Marley twists and Senegalese twists.

  • Knotless braids $215+
  • Marley twists $250+
  • Senegalese twists $250+

Retwists and starter locs, with a small loc fee for smaller locs.

  • Retwist $100+
  • Starter locs $165+
  • Microloc install consultation $75
  • Microloc retie $215+
  • Microparts Add-On $350
  • Microloc install $650+
  • Twists 4-6" $650
  • Twists 6-8" $750
  • Twists 8-10" $850
  • Twists 10-12" $950
  • Twists 12-14" $1,050
  • Twists 14-16" $1,150
  • Microparts add-on (braid extensions) $450
  • Braid extensions 8 in $1,000
  • Braid extensions 10 in $1,200
  • Braid extensions 12 in $1,400
  • Braid extensions 14 in $1,600
  • Braid extensions 16 in $1,800
  • Microparts add-on (twists) $350
  • Twists 4-6 in $650
  • Twists 6-8 in $750
  • Twists 8-10 in $850
  • Twists 10-12 in $950
  • Twists 12-14 in $1,050
  • Twists 14-16 in $1,150

A men's style service.

  • Men's style $140+
  • Cornrows $165+
  • Half braids crochet $250

Touch-ups for any style, which require a consultation to set the final price, and trims performed by one of the licensed stylists.

  • Trim $25
  • Touch-up $100+

Photos

  • Three staff members seated in front of the orange hello, braid. wall
  • Two people seated in front of the orange hello, braid. wall
  • Woman with twisted hair and glasses, a styling result photo
  • Back view of locs being installed with parting and clips
  • Back of head showing a partly finished loc install with parts
  • Collage of four people showing hairstyles on a join-our-team page

Meet the team

Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.hellobraid.net (opens in a new tab)

Highlights
  • Microloc service with a required in-person consultation before booking
  • Microloc part sizing matched to hair density, with a separate microparts option
  • Most styles start at mid-back length; waist length and added curls are optional add-ons
  • Complimentary blow dry for clients who cannot blow dry their own hair
  • Afterpay accepted for microloc services
  • Booking through the studio's Square site, with a deposit at checkout
Good for
  • Protective styles for natural hair
  • Clients wanting mid-back or longer length
  • Microloc clients who can complete a consultation first
  • Clients looking for loc maintenance
  • Parents bringing children, who may attend
Treats
  • Protective styling
  • Length retention
  • Low-maintenance natural hair styling
  • Hair growth and retention
  • Loc maintenance
Techniques
  • Knotless braids
  • Senegalese twists
  • Marley twists
  • Mini twists
  • Mini braids
  • Microlocs
  • Starter locs
  • Retwists
  • Cornrows
  • Half braids with crochet hair

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