Twitter users have mixed emotions about returning to African hair braiders in a world of Instagram hairstylists, poor customer service and pricey deposits.
User @titibug kicked off the conversation by explaining how returning to African hair braiders has simplified getting her hair done.
“I started going back to the Africans for braids and ain’t paid a deposit or got a ‘hey boo’ text since.”
“The frustration from IG stylists and their three page rule books has swept the nation,” @titibug added in a follow-up tweet. “The girls just want their hair done & quality service.”
The Twitter user’s observations scored over 1 million views and 27,000 likes since it was shared March 31.
I started going back to the Africans for braids and ain’t paid a deposit or got a “hey boo” text since. pic.twitter.com/K8qgm4aV5k
— blk daria 🐞 (@titibugg) March 31, 2023
The frustration from IG stylists and their three page rule books has swept the nation. The girls just want their hair done & quality service. pic.twitter.com/UsZkJ4OYDz
— blk daria 🐞 (@titibugg) April 1, 2023
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Black women chimed in to the post replies and share their experiences with African braiders. They also asked questions about what to expect. Fellow Twitter users responded with helpful tips about navigating a trip to an African braiding salon or the reasons why they opted against it. One person wanted to know if it’s required to show up to the salon with your hair already blow-dried. Others wondered if patronizing African braiders is smartt for those wanting to keep their edges and stay headache free.
Did they make you blow out your hair first before coming to your appointment?
— Journey 🥉 (@PieceOfKey) April 1, 2023
Do they braid tight? I always assumed they did and never tried them out.
— TheRealJante (@TheRealJante20) April 1, 2023
I’m tempted but i’m not tryna have my thoughts and prayers braided 😩
— Tee 🤎💫 (@TeeMarie216) April 1, 2023
just walk in, get ya hair washed, brow dried and braided by 3 people in 4 hours. you might have to hold ya own hair from time to time but it get done 😂
— AK. (@keriaah1) April 1, 2023
My braid lady Olga even offers shampoo, conditioner and blow dry.
— olivia margaret benson. (@Ayee_Kels) April 1, 2023
Elsewhere in the conversation, several users pointed out how referring to hair braiders from the motherland as “the Africans” is a problematic generalization.
It makes my skin crawl when people say stuff like that “the Africans” and you are African -American 😏 come on now
— Rare Breed💎🇨🇩 (@EatMyReese_) April 1, 2023
Ask for her name didn’t your parents teach you that ? They are not objects they are people.
— Rare Breed💎🇨🇩 (@EatMyReese_) April 2, 2023
Can we all agree to say "African braiders/African people"? "The Africans" sounds a little disrespectful
— ✎ (@cyn_dhi) April 1, 2023
Regardless of who’s doing your hair, it’s worthwhile to know your hairstylist as a person outside of them providing a service. Opinions on what to expect when going to an African braiding shop varied — but the conversation reminded many people of their options.
Peep the conversation surrounding hair braiders below.
They finna braid yo scalp bpo wtv happens do not cry until u home 😭
— Mocha 🍫🤍 (@BabySummarii) April 1, 2023
This plus going to a salon and not some at home ig stylist with a list of rules who washes your hair bent over a sink (if they even wash hair) 💯💯💯
— Calgary 💕 20% off Onlyfans💕 (@chloecashmerexo) April 2, 2023
Just leave my edges out gang💞
— Jae Aaliyah🥺 (@PrettyOleJae) April 1, 2023
Been sticking with my African hair braider forever. I don’t pay over $200 for any style even for long length and she braid quick af
— capricorn mamí (@MaikiArmani) April 2, 2023
Ok let’s stop raving about African Braiders so much before they raise the prices and get too booked up .. Let it be an IYKYK situation 😂
— keke 🧞♀️ (@dreamofkeke) April 1, 2023
I been trying to tell yall thisss😂😂 and them braids gon stay tight pic.twitter.com/ry6zv7PmBw
— PettyPhatGirl (@Pettyphatgirl) April 1, 2023
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