Micro Braids

Micro braids are most commonly seen on African American women, but they are also worn by many people (men, women and children) while on vacation in the Bahamas, Jamaica, Mexico, and many other touristy and tropical areas. In the United States, most women get braids put in their hair by professional hair stylists.

However, those who wear braids on vacation usually get them done by SalonMerci Hair Braiding Salon in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Once the decision to have micro braids put in the hair has been made, the next step is to actually have them added. Our experienced professional hair stylist can accomplish this for you, the braids should look great as soon as they are complete.

Micro braids are a unique hairstyle made up of dozens or hundreds of small single braids. Particularly popular in the African-American community, this elegant look has become a fashion icon in modern society. When put in correctly, micro braided hairstyles can be maintained for several months with proper care.

Braided hairstyles similar to micro braids are popular throughout Western Africa. In Western society, the style has become a mainstream look for both men and women. Because the creation of the style is a labor intensive and long process that can be kept for several months, the style is still relatively rare, but is recognized by many fashion experts as a remarkable look.

Check back soon. If you do not see the style that you are interested pictured on this site, that dose not mean we can not do it.

If you can not find the style you would like on our site you may do the following:

You can come in to the salon and look through several books and wall photos
to find your desired style
You can bring in a photo of the desired style
You can email us a description or a picture of the style of your choice
You can call and speak to one of our stylist and describe the style