The Best Prep for Alternative (Protective) Styles

Need help getting your hair ready for your next set of braids? Well, look no further than here. Haven’s Preparation is your one-stop shop for getting your hair in top shape before choosing an alternative style to wear for a few weeks. The focus is health, so this service includes a thorough cleansing of the scalp and hair, conditioning and any necessary treatments for optimal health. Your hair will be blown out at the end and twisted or braided in a simple style to keep the hair organized until your alternative style is installed. Haircuts and multiple cornrows are not included in this service.

Before You Visit

It’s important to make sure your hair has been cleansed, conditioned, and styled within 7 days of your appointment. Having a simple haircare routine will only maximize your results and help prevent extreme dehydration while wearing the alternative style. Need help establishing a natural haircare routine? Click here.

What is an alternative style?

An alternative style, also known as a “protective” style, is a hairstyle that uses additional fibers (synthetic or human hair) to create a style that may be worn in the hair beyond 10 days. This includes braids, crochet braids, sew-in extensions, etc. I use the term alternative style rather than protective style because tight curls and waves do not require special protection in order to grow and be healthy. Rather, these styles are fun alternatives and allow us to express ourselves and change how we show up in the world.

Let’s get you scheduled!

Now that we’ve covered those bases-