Business Details
6 Years
experience
Kids Hair Salon Durham NC
April's Braids & Beads has been serving the Triangle Area since 2020 as a premier salon specializing in natural hair care for girls aged 2-12. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience in creating age-appropriate, creative hairstyles that prioritize hair health and client comfort. We maintain strict safety protocols while offering personalized services including braids & beads, twists, mohawks, and special occasion styles. Our stylists undergo continuous training to stay current with industry trends while maintaining our signature techniques.We foster long-term relationships with clients through consistent quality service and a welcoming environment designed specifically for young clients. Our salon operates by appointment only with flexible scheduling options and maintains transparent communication throughout the booking process. We accommodate special requests while ensuring all styles meet our safety standards for children's hair care.
Services
Braids & Beads
Natural Styles
Mohawk Styles
Church Hairstyles
Special Occasion Styles
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- Specializing in children's natural hair care since 2020
- Experienced licensed stylists with child-specific training
- Appointment-based service ensuring personalized attention
- Age-appropriate styling techniques prioritizing hair health
- Flexible booking system with detailed pre-appointment communication
What people say
Amazing stylists
Patient with children
Creative designs
Long-lasting styles
Comfortable environment
Services
Braids & Beads
Custom braided hairstyles with optional bead embellishments for girls aged 2-12. Styles include two-strand twists, layered braids, and ponytail variations. Clients may choose from our extensive bead collection or provide their own for personalized designs.
Natural Styles
Creative natural hair styling techniques including mohawks, twists, and triangle braids. Services incorporate heat-free styling methods and age-appropriate designs that maintain hair integrity while creating fashionable looks.
Mohawk Styles
Specialty cornrowed mohawk designs with optional bead accents. Stylists create age-appropriate trendy looks that balance fashion with hair health, suitable for both everyday wear and special occasions.
Church Hairstyles
Elegant styling options for religious services and formal events. Includes polished ponytails, braid combinations, and accessory-ready designs that maintain neatness throughout extended wear periods.
Twist & Turns
Cornrow foundation styles transitioning into two-strand twists. Requires hood dryer use for optimal results, creating versatile looks that can be worn in multiple configurations throughout the styling period.
People
April B. Thorpe
Owner & Lead Stylist
Licensed cosmetologist with 28 years of experience specializing in children's hair care. Former salon owner and operator with expertise in styling all hair types while promoting healthy growth.
Crystal McPherson
Senior Stylist
Licensed cosmetologist with specialized training in creative children's hairstyles. Known for artistic flair and ability to create age-appropriate designs that exceed client expectations.
Meka Johnson
Stylist
Experienced hair care professional with background in natural styling techniques. Brings expertise in client comfort and creating positive salon experiences for young clients.
Questions
What age range do you service?
We specialize in girls aged 2-12 years old, with some flexibility for exceptionally mature 1-year-olds and teenagers seeking child-friendly styles.
Do you allow parent accompaniment?
Parents may accompany first visits for acclimation. Our safety protocols ensure child comfort while allowing independent styling sessions for subsequent appointments.
Can I request specific bead designs?
Clients may choose from our extensive bead collection or bring personal beads for incorporation into their chosen hairstyle design.
How long do appointments typically last?
Standard sessions range from 2-4 hours depending on style complexity, with detailed time estimates provided during the booking consultation process.
Do you offer walk-in services?
We operate by appointment only to ensure personalized attention, but maintain a waitlist for last-minute availability options.
What hair types do you accommodate?
Our stylists work with all natural hair textures and conditions, creating customized solutions that promote hair health and styling longevity.
