Mont Horeb Hair Braiding

The salon describes itself as the top-rated hair braiding salon in Silver Spring and says it has served more than 5,000 clients over more than 10 years. It welcomes walk-ins during business hours, and clients can also book online without fees or call the salon at (301) 830-0776.

Braiding is the core of the business, and the menu is organized around the braid styles themselves. Knotless box braids start from the client's natural hair and feed extensions in gradually, with no knot at the root. Box braids come in jumbo, medium, or small sizes, in either a classic or knotless install. Senegalese twists are offered in large, medium, and small sizes and use two-strand twisting with lightweight synthetic extensions. Crochet braids are installed by looping extensions through a cornrow base with a crochet needle, and the range includes crochet locs, crochet twists, crochet box braids, curls and waves, and butterfly locs.

Feed-in braids are described as blending with the scalp, and cornrows are offered in both classic and contemporary designs for all ages. Faux locs are described as lightweight. Kids' hair braiding is also available, so families can book for children alongside adults.

Pricing depends on the chosen style, and the salon provides a quote by phone or through online booking. The site gives an average range of $100 to $500 for a braid service, depending on style complexity, hair length, and whether extensions are included. The salon uses premium hair extensions chosen to suit each client's hair texture, and clients may also bring their own braiding hair in a preferred brand and color or ask the stylists for a recommendation when booking.

Typical timing is listed for each style. Knotless braids take about 3 to 8 hours to install and are typically lasting 6 to 10 weeks with proper care. Box braids take 2 to 8 hours depending on size, Senegalese twists take 2 to 7 hours, and crochet braids take about 2 to 4 hours, with the cornrow base sometimes refreshed without a full reinstall.

The salon states that braiding done correctly can help protect hair and reduce breakage, and that tight tension can cause hair loss.