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- (619) 647-0744
- 6179 Balboa Ave, San Diego
Sharp, close-to-scalp rows braided straight back or into fully freestyle patterns. Cornrows are the foundation of African hair braiding, and our braiders treat the parting as carefully as the braid itself.
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Cornrows are braided flat against the scalp, each row picking up hair as it travels so the braid sits raised and continuous along a deliberate path. It is the oldest and most technically demanding form of African hair braiding — the tension has to stay even along the entire row, and the parting has to be planned before a single braid begins.
That planning is where the style is won or lost. Straight-back rows demand perfectly parallel parts. Freestyle patterns — curves, zig-zags, hearts, geometric splits — require a braider who can see the finished map before starting. Our San Diego team trains to a single standard on both, which is why cornrow work is consistent no matter which chair you sit in.
Nothing hangs heavy and nothing gets in the way, which makes cornrows ideal for sport, work and hot San Diego weather.
Straight back, side parts, curves, geometric splits or a full freestyle design mapped to your head shape.
Cornrows are the foundation under sew-in weaves and crochet braids as well as a finished style in their own right.
One of our most requested styles for kids and men as well as women.
Among the fastest styles we offer, especially with a team working together.
Finish with beads, cuffs or wrapped ends for a fuller, more decorative look.
From fine, fragile hair to thick, coarse textures — the technique adjusts to what your hair needs.
Choose your style and a time — any hour, any day.
We confirm the look and section your hair cleanly.
Multiple trained hands work together for a faster finish.
Hairline laid, ends neatened, aftercare explained.
Before — natural hair, pre-appointment
After — finished cornrows
Keep the scalp along each part lightly oiled to stop flaking and itch. Wrap in satin nightly to protect the raised braid line. Cornrows are best refreshed every two to four weeks — leaving them much longer allows new growth to loosen the rows and pull unevenly.
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Two to four weeks is typical. Because they sit flat against the scalp, new growth shows sooner than it does with individual braids.
Yes. Bring a photo or describe what you want and your braider will map the pattern to your head shape before starting.
Very. Straight-back cornrows are one of the most popular men’s braiding requests at our San Diego salon.
Yes — cornrows are the standard braided base for sew-in weaves and crochet braids.
They should not. A properly installed cornrow is firm but never painful. Tell your braider immediately if anything feels too tight.
Natural, seamless added thickness.
Clean cornrows and braid styles for everyday wear.
Thick, raised, sculptural cornrows.
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 6179 Balboa Ave, San Diego.
6179 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111 · Open 24 hours, seven days a week
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