Braid Masters

I went to Braid Masters for the first time today after reading the good reviews. The shop was clean and bright with a lot of sunlight. The people were super nice. I was in and out in 4 hours and I’m very pleased with my braids and overall experience.

I came here to get my hair done before s trip. Bintou was nice and courteous and also 30 minutes late to my appointment. I waited outside in my car along with a co worker who was waiting to get in for work. I was the only one there and they made up for time by both of them working on my hair. It made the time go a lot faster. They finished my hair in 5 hours. I got long box braids down my back. Bintou did leave once to get a drink from the dunkin donuts next door but quickly returned and asked if I needed anything from there, which I thought was nice. We did not talk much as they both talked the whole time in their language, which is normal and I was totally okay with that. What I had more of a problem with is her stopping multiple times to answer her phone. She needs and assistant! The shop was really clean compared to some braiding shops that I have been to. All in all, she was nice and got the job done. I would definitely return. It is a week later and I am still happy with the work.

Awesome, awesome experience. Although the stylist was a little late, she still managed to finish my hair in five hours. The shop is not in the best of neighborhoods, but there is parking and the shop is clean. Excellent twists!

I got Senegalese twists and was out of the shop in 5 hours. Very comfortable & clean inside. Cash only. There’s parking available right outside the shop. Would definitely recommend.

This was my second visit to Braid Masters. My first visit was perfect. The shop is open, clean, well-​lit and warm. I wasn’t put off by the neighborhood because I live in University City just 15 minutes away. Bintou did my Senegalese twists in under five hours with no drama and charged me a fair price. A few months later I scheduled another appointment for more of the same. I really wish I could give a 5-​star review because my first time was so great. But this time, I scheduled a 9am appointment to be first in and first out. She courteously called me at 8 to let me know she was going to be running about 2 hours late. I adjusted my day and prepared to be here at 11. She called again at 10 saying she wasn’t quite ready and she’d call about 30 minutes before I should come. Eventually I just showed up at 1 and I was quite surprised to see someone else in her chair getting the twists I’d scheduled to get this morning… and I’m still waiting. She does great work and my first visit was so smooth, I’m still giving this shop the benefit of the doubt but I am super annoyed at the moment.

Where do I begin.
1) I sit in the chair, the hairdresser starts attacking my hair with a comb. The cringe on my face must have been noticeable, she stops and with attitude says, «What?! Your hair is tough! I can’t comb through it. You want to do it?» Really? Am I being insulted. I have learned to love my hair, I don’t appreciate being insulted and having it ripped out. I actually had to comb my hair out (again, mind you it was combed at home)
2) The hairdresser then begins to braid slower than I EVER had somebody braid my hair.
3) Only 1 other customer on a Saturday morning in the Summer! That should have been my first warning.
4) The hairdresser rarely used a comb throughout the whole braiding process so I KNOW when I take the braids out I will be dealing with a knotted mess because she couldn’t take the time to care for my hair.
5) No healthy or natural products were used, just straight horrible gel that will just break my hair off and cause damage and dandruff.
6) I asked her to use more of my own natural hair in the twists. Her reply, it won’t look as nice. I don’t care how «nice» a temporary hair style is, I still want to have hair left over.
7) It took 6.5 hours for large Senegalese twists. I actually had to tell her to speed it up. When I did that, then the other two hair dressers who were EATING decided to help.
Conclusion: Too slow, overpriced, lack of education or consideration for the health of my hair. I would not recommend.

I was looking to get twist and after reading a ton of horrible reviews at other shops I came across this one. I was happy to see others pleased so I gave it a try. Omg was I shocked. The shop is in a not so exciting area, but PLEASE don’t let that turn u off. It was pleasant, clean, and the whole atmosphere was amazing. Bintou did my hair and I was in and out in less than 5 hours! She gave me a price and stuck with it. She didn’t charge extra for a short patch of hair I have or for curling the ends. I am so happy with my hair I will definitely be returning.

I decided to give my hair a break and get a protective style. I wasn’t quite sure what I exactly wanted, but after many google image searches I decided on Senegalese twists. After more google searches on reveiws I decided to give Unilocal a try. Lo and Behold my Unilocal «friend» –Elite Tyneisha gave a great review for Braid Masters. I called right away and made an appointment. When I arrived for my appointment Bintuo started my hair right a way and was finished in less than 5 hours. I LOVE the way my hair turned out. She was very nice and professional and the salon was clean and comfortable. I will definitely go to Bintuo the next time I want braids!

For my first time getting professional twists, this was a very pleasant experience, I got long Senegalese twists and the price was very reasonable. Bintuo did a great job, the twists were tight but not to the point where I had to take a pain-​reliever. The shop was clean, quiet, and she didn’t take any breaks. Also, I was a walk-​in and Bintuo literally came from home when I called the number on the storefront. The whole process took 5 hours, which was amazing considering she was the only one working on my hair. She also gave me one price and stuck with it, no funny business with changing the price for every little thing. I’ve already given her cards to people because I would highly recommend her.

So I have been coming to this place for about 3 years now and absolutely love this salon. This is one of the most professional and clean salons I have been to and I am so glad I found this place when I moved to Philly.
My stylist is Bintuo and she is very sweet and does a great job with my hair. I’ve had her do my Box braids, Senegalese twists, Kinky twists, Crochet braids, and Marley twists. She also works with your schedule and is very timely. (No 10 hour braiding sessions, I just don’t have the time or patience for that).
I also appreciate her professionalism. She doesn’t chat on the phone the entire time or stop braiding in the middle and ask me to pay, or have me hold her messy cheese curl eating child. Yes, I’ve experienced those things from other salons (craziness) so this place is truly a breath of fresh air.
I’ve recommended 2 friends and my sister and they all loved their hair as well. Next style I’ll be getting is Marley locs. Can’t wait
Now go try braid masters :)

I was in a serious pinch and I needed my hair braided ASAP. I called and asked could I come in at 7pm (which I knew was late for braiding shops to stay open) The woman said yes I will wait for u. Then I asked can you wash and braid my hair too? She said yes and I was on my way.
Upon arrival I thought, «awe man this place is not in the best neighborhood». But let me tell you that found a DIAMONDin the ruff! This is a full service salon that is clean, efficient and the customer service is awesome. I recommend that anyone who wants fast and great service come to braiding masters. She cut my sewn in weave out without damaging my hair. Washed, conditioned and blow dried my hair.
I got box braids and was in and out in 4 hours. Yeaasss… I know it sounds unbelievable but I tell you no lies.
I love my hair and the atmosphere. You will not be disappointed, I promise!

This is where I get my micros done. The lady who does them is named Bintou. She is really nice and will help you take your braids out, shampoo, condition, and blow dry your hair before starting to braid your hair. With tip, I pay 160 – 170 with hair included and it lasts forever. I have even gotten it done on Sunday. I usually call to make an appointment with her. It is located in the gas station mini shopping area with the Dunkin Donuts at 52^nd and Lancaster above one of the office spaces. The space is shared with Dollface Hair Studio. I haven’t gotten my hair done at Dollface but the ladies are nice and they do great wash and curls and haircuts.