Tilesha Does My Hair

Tilesha Does My Hair LLC is a home-based braiding business in Phoenix. Because the work happens at home, the exact address is shared only on the day of the appointment, and the stylist does not travel to clients.

The menu centers on braids. Knotless braids are lighter, create less tension, and can be worn under a hat or in a ponytail; they are expected to last six to eight weeks. Traditional box braids have a knot at the root, use more hair, and come out thicker, also lasting six to eight weeks.

Hair is included in every braiding style except full crochet styles, and braid string and jewels are supplied at no added cost. The stylist prefers RastAfri braiding hair. Twists are not offered.

Appointments come with a few conditions. Hair should be at least four inches long throughout, arrive clean and fully untangled, and be dry with product kept to a minimum. If hair hasn't been dried or detangled beforehand, a blow-dry can be added for an extra $20, which makes the appointment longer. Clients who are experiencing hair loss or thinning should reach out to the stylist before booking. Because space is limited, guests and children aren't permitted to tag along, though a parent may bring a child who is having a service. The salon takes a photo after each service for its records. Clients may ask that their photos not be shared on social media, and those requests are respected. Service times are estimates and may vary.

Aftercare includes wrapping hair nightly in a du-rag, hair scarf or bonnet, with extra-large bonnets for long braids, and moisturizing braided hair every few days with oil; the stylist prefers castor oil. Braids are recommended to stay in for no more than four to six weeks. Completed work is shared under the #TileshaDidIt page on the website.

The business describes its braiding as protective styling for all hair textures and types, with regular moisturizing while braided. Hair is usually air-dried with little or no heat, except for feed-in braids, which need to be blow-dried straight beforehand.