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Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
1860 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, 60608
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175 reviews

Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun

1860 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, 60608
Entrepreneur

Services

    Popular Services

    • Shampoo

      2 shampoos, conditioner, and a blow dry
      $35.00+
      40min

    • Simple to Complex design (Man)

      Takes Approximately 45mins - 1hour. Simple, neat, and fast cornrows with designs. Shampoo service is recommended. Lasts 2-4 weeks
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      $85.00+
      1h
      Option 1
      $100.00+
      1h 15min
      Option 2

    • 2 strand twist/braids w/o extensions

      Individual 2 strand twist. Lasts 2 -3 weeks
      $95.00+
      1h 15min
      Option 1
      $150.00
      2h
      Option 2

  • Consultations

    1 service

    • Hair consultation

      $50.00
      30min

  • Add-on Services

    13 services

    • Blow dry

      Blow drying the hair to be manageable/ straight for a more polished finish.
      $20.00
      15min

    • De-Braid

      A De-braiding service is the removal of braids. This technique does not include a shampoo. If needed please book one with your service. This is a hourly service.
      $50.00
      30min
      Option 1
      $75.00+
      1h
      Option 2
      $150.00+
      2h
      Option 3

    • Knotless technique

      And additional technique to Box Braids by feeding in extensions to the natural girth of your braids.
      $50.00
      30min

    • Hip Length

      Add this to your service for longer braids or twist. For individual box braids, twist, or tribals please book the service for $100.
      $50.00
      45min
      28in braids
      $100.00
      1h
      30in braids. Contact me if you’d like them longer

    • Color blend/custom color

      A technique of blending multiple colors to create one look or adding colors for highlights. $10 per color after 2 colors.
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      $10.00+
      15min

    • Stitch Method (not braids)

      It’s a designing technique added to Cornrows that gives braids a stitching illusion. Book a $25 session for large to jumbo feed -in braids and $50 for medium to smaller Cornrows
      $25.00
      10min
      Option 1
      $50.00
      30min
      Option 2

    • Goddess Finished

      This service provides a client with curly ends/tips. It is a crochet technique using curly or wavy synthetic hair.
      $30.00
      15min
      Option 1
      $50.00
      30min
      Option 2

    • Detox (Synthetic hair)

      The process of stripping the synthetic hair of chemicals by soaking it in all natural apple cider vinegar and rinsing it thoroughly. This helps with the excessive itchiness and dryness due to the chemicals present on the extensions.
      $30.00+
      15min

    • Tisa Twist Graphic design

      This add-on is for styles with cornrows that you’d like to add a design to.
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      $25.00
      15min
      Option 1
      $50.00
      30min
      Option 2
      $75.00
      45min
      Option 3

    • De-tangle

      Managing tangled hair by Combing or Brushing out hair for a smoother finish.
      $40.00+
      20min
      Option 1
      $75.00
      1h
      Option 2

    • Shampoo

      2 shampoos, conditioner, and a blow dry
      $35.00+
      40min

    • Grip Fee👈🏾

      For hair at or under 3 inches long. This should be applied to your service whether it’s a small area of short hair ($25) or your whole head ($50)
      $25.00
      15min
      Option 1
      $50.00
      30min
      Option 2

    • Embellishments

      Embellishments are hair adornments. This technique consist of threading, beading, I and customized jewelry installation.
      $25.00
      15min
      Option 1
      $50.00
      30min
      Option 2

  • Box Braids

    9 services

    • Goddess box braids

      Medium to Large box braids with a synthetic curly finish/tips. Last 6-8 weeks. Hair is included
      $300.00
      5h

    • WhyKnots

      Why Knots are a combination of waist length Twist, Faux locs, and box braids. Why Choose? Why Knot have them all? Last 8+weeks
      $400.00
      8h

    • Micro box

      Very small waist length braids done with synthetic hair. Last 8+ weeks
      $500.00
      8h

    • Touch ups

      Touch-ups are a re-braiding service for clients who would like to keep their braids in 2-4 more weeks. Particularly for clients with twist, box braids, crochet faux locs, or tribal braids. Pricing varies depending on the original style/service you have. Clients are responsible for de-braiding (taking down braids) your hair unless you book a de-braiding service. You would take down the front half of your braids and the very last row (nape of neck) in the back.
      $150.00+
      2h 30min
      Option 1
      $175.00
      3h
      Option 2
      $225.00
      4h 30min
      Option 3

    • Mini box

      Very small waist length Individual box braids (14-16 rows across the front of your head) hair is included. Last 8+ wks and with touch up.
      $500.00
      8h

    • Box braids

      4-6 hrs Box Braids can be squared or triangular shaped. They’re typically waist length and can be the size of your thumb, or middle finger. Including hair. $300 is for the smaller size (more braids) . Book $350 braids for an even smaller sized braid ;pinky finger). Anything smaller you need to book a micro box braid service instead
      $275.00
      4h
      These are large box braids. You’ll have about 8 rows across the front of your head (middle part)
      $325.00
      5h
      Medium size box braids, this will give you 12 rows across the front of your head.
      $375.00
      5h 30min
      Option 3

    • X-Large Box Braids

      Large to Extra Large Box Braids (6rows acrossthe from typ of head) that typically hang waist length. Approximately takes 2-3 hours and last 4-6 weeks. Includes hair
      $175.00+
      3h

    • Bohemian Braids

      Takes approximately 6-8 hours, Small individual braids finished with loose human hair, boho chic vibe. Includes hair! *Very low maintenance* and age well. Lasts 8+ weeks
      $400.00
      5h 30min
      Medium (12 rows across the front of head) box braids with straight/wavy loose human hair ends. Colors vary.
      $450.00+
      6h
      Small (14 rows across front of head) box braids

    • Lemonade Braids

      Feed-in cornrows thats lays on the side of your face lasts 4-6 weeks. Excluding hair👈🏾 Book $175 service to include graphic designs.
      $175.00+
      3h
      Option 1
      $200.00
      3h 30min
      Option 2

  • Twists

    6 services

    • Passion Twist

      Medium to large twist done with curly extensions. Last 6-8 weeks. Book $350 passion twist for small waist length twist last 8 wks.
      $350.00+
      5h
      Large (8 rows in front of head) twist
      $400.00
      6h
      Medium (10 rows in the front of your head) twist

    • Island twist

      Waist length, medium to large twist with a curly tip. Last 4-6 weeks
      $350.00
      4h

    • Jumbo Twist

      Waist length large to jumbo sized twist. With either silky xpression Hair ($175) or textured Marley twist ($200) Last 2-4 weeks with Xpression hair and 4-6 weeks with Marley hair.
      $175.00+
      3h 30min
      Option 1
      $200.00+
      4h
      Option 2

    • Spring Twist

      Small shoulder-length (or shorter) two-strand twist with a “springy” appearance. Book 7 hrs spring twist for longer lengths.
      $325.00
      5h
      Option 1
      $375.00
      6h
      Option 2

    • Touch up

      Touch-ups are a re-braiding service for clients who would like to keep their braids in 2-4 more weeks. Particularly for clients with twist, box braids, crochet faux locs, or tribal braids. It is the Clients responsibility to de-braid their own hair (take down braids) unless you book the de-braiding service. You would remove the front half of your braids and the very last row in the back (nape of neck). Pricing varies depending on the original style. Removing too many braids can result in extra fees.
      $160.00
      3h
      Option 1
      $225.00
      4h
      Option 2

    • Havana/Marley

      Medium/Large twist. Takes approximately 4-6 hours & lasts about 6+ weeks. Includes Hair
      $325.00+
      5h

  • Tribal Braids

    4 services

    • Large-jumbo tribals

      Large individuals in the back and feed-in cornrows in the front. It hangs about waist length and it’s including hair. Book $125 service for jumbo size only.
      $150.00
      2h 30min
      Option 1
      $225.00
      3h
      Large cornrows in front and box braids in the back. For less tension include a Knotless technique from the ‘Add-ins’

    • Touch ups

      Touch-ups are a re-braiding service for clients who would like to keep their braids in 2-4 more weeks. Particularly for clients with twist, box braids, crochet faux locs, or tribal braids. It is the Clients responsibility to de-braid their own hair (take down braids) unless you book the de-braiding service. You would remove the front half of your braids and the very last row in the back (nape of neck). Pricing varies depending on the original length of and/or style. Removing too many braids can result in extra fees.
      $125.00
      2h 30min

    • Tribal Braids

      Lasts for 4-6 weeks.. 8 weeks with a touch up. Includes hair
      $275.00+
      4h
      Option 1
      $325.00+
      5h
      Smaller braids

    • Symmetrical Tribal Braids

      Two layers of medium small feed-in braids, they are about 26 inches in length . Last 6-8 weeks. Including hair. Three layers: same concept with another layer added for more volume. +$50
      $325.00
      6h

  • Bobs (twist, braids, or crochets)

    3 services

  • Faded (low cuts) styles for Women

    4 services

    • Box braids

      Medium sized to small box braids for women with hair at the top only.
      $150.00+
      2h
      Option 1
      $275.00+
      4h
      Option 2

    • Twist

      Havana, passion, island, or spring twist for women with hair at the top only. Pricing varies on the style, size, and length.
      $140.00+
      2h 30min
      Option 1
      $225.00+
      4h 15min
      Option 2

    • Touch Ups

      Touch-ups are a re-braiding service for clients who would like to keep their braids in 2-4 more weeks. Particularly for clients with twist, box braids, or crochet faux locs. It is the Clients responsibility to de-braid their own hair (take down braids) unless you book the de-braiding service. You would remove 2 rows around the perimeter of your head. Pricing varies depending on the original length of and/or style. Removing too many braids can result in extra costs.
      $100.00+
      2h
      Option 1
      $150.00
      2h 30min
      Option 2

    • Bohemian box

      Small box braids with a wavy/ curly human hair finish. Hangs waist length and last 8+ weeks.
      $275.00
      5h 20min

  • Styles for Men/women

    8 services

    • Individual Plats (jumbo)

      Large box braids 2-4 rows
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      $85.00+
      1h
      Option 1
      $150.00+
      2h
      Medium large size individual plats or twist. Price goes up depending on the length.

    • Straight Backs

      9-11 cornrows going straight back.
      $70.00+
      1h

    • Fishbone/iverson braids (Simple to complex)

      Small cornrows fed into large braids, book $85 for simple and $100 for multiple large cornrows
      $100.00+
      1h 30min

    • 2-4 Cornrows

      $50.00+
      30min

    • 5-6 cornrows

      Simple 5-6 cornrows going straight back.
      $65.00+
      45min

    • Knotless technique

      Extensions fed into braids or twist for a natural more look.
      $25.00
      10min

    • 2 strand twist/braids w/o extensions

      Individual 2 strand twist. Lasts 2 -3 weeks
      $95.00+
      1h 15min
      Option 1
      $150.00
      2h
      Option 2

    • Simple to Complex design (Man)

      Takes Approximately 45mins - 1hour. Simple, neat, and fast cornrows with designs. Shampoo service is recommended. Lasts 2-4 weeks
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      $85.00+
      1h
      Option 1
      $100.00+
      1h 15min
      Option 2

  • Man bun Styles (shaved sides)

    7 services

    • Simple/Complex design

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      $60.00+
      40min
      Option 1
      $75.00
      1h
      Option 2

    • Individual plats (large)

      6-10 Individual braids (plats).
      $65.00+
      45min

    • Individual Plats (medium)

      Medium Individual braids (plats) that last about 2-4 weeks.
      $85.00+
      1h

    • Fishbone design

      Small cornrows braided into 2-4 large cornrows w/o extensions.
      $75.00+
      1h

    • Knotless technique

      Extensions fed into the braid or twist for a more natural look.
      $25.00
      15min

  • Feed-ins

    7 services

    • Jumbo feed-in ponytail/Bun

      Cornrows that start small and gets bigger by using the feed-in technique (gradually adding extentions) going up into a bun or ponytail. This style last2-4 weeks. Excluding extensions 👈🏾 you will need 2pks of xpression Kankylon hair. (NOT STRETCHED/OMBRÉ)
      $175.00
      2h

    • 2 Cornrow Braids w/ extensions

      2 Braids (pigtails) going to the back. Last 1-2 weeks.
      $75.00
      1h

    • Large/jumbo Lemonade braids

      Large to extra large cornrows braided to one side of the head. Usually hang about waist length.
      $150.00
      2h

    • Fish bone designed Ponytail

      This design is called a “fish bone” because of the small cornrows that are braided into the bigger Cornrows (feed-in) . It typically last 3-4 weeks and hangs about chest length. Hair is not included 👈🏾👈🏾👈🏾 You will need 2pks of xpression Kanekylon braiding hair.
      $250.00
      3h

    • Feed in ponytail

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      $150.00
      2h
      Option 1
      $225.00+
      3h
      Medium small feed-in cornrows braided into a ponytail/bun

    • Braided high ponytail

      Small/Medium Cornrows going up into a high ponytail. This style last about 4-6 weeks.
      $200.00
      2h 30min

    • Feed-in Braids

      4-6 large Braids with hair gradually applied for a natural transition. Last 2-3weeks Excluding hair 👈🏾. You will need 1-2 packs of Xpression hair.
      $100.00
      1h 30min

  • Crochets

    1 service

    • Crochet Faux Locs

      Crocheted (installation method) faux locs with individual locs around the perimeter of the head. Approximately 4-5 hours and lasts for 3-6 weeks. Price Varies on length and type of loc. The 2nd option is individually crocheted throughout the whole head. Takes 6-7 hours long and last 6-9 weeks Including Hair
      $300.00+
      4h
      Price is excluding cost of faux Locs.
      $350.00+
      5h
      Price is excluded cost of hair

  • Up-dos

    1 service

    • Updos (Braids/Twist) w/ Extentions

      Medium braids or twist pinned up into a Sophisticated updo. This is the last up to 4weeks. With very low maintenance. Including hair.
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      $185.00
      2h 30min

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2 strand twist/braids w/o extensions Shampoo
by Tisa Braids
Very professional and high quality experience overall. Great energy from start to finish, treated my hair with genuine love and care.
Replied: Apr 7, 2024
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thank you foru choosing Tisa braids 🙂
Jumbo Twist
by Tisa Braids
👌👌
Replied: Mar 17, 2024
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thanks for choosing Tisa braids
5-6 cornrows Shampoo Stitch Method (not braids) De-tangle
by Tisa Braids
Amazing experience. Tisa is a professional and master at her craft. The entire experience was relaxing, welcoming, and quick. The finished product exc...eeded my expectation. I will be booking again! Show more
Replied: Mar 15, 2024
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thanks for choosing Tisa braids 🙏🏾
Knotless technique Goddess box braids Embellishments
by Tisa Braids
Everything was absolutely perfect! Tisa was courteous & extremely professional while doing an amazing job braiding and styling my daughter’s hair! Def...initely will continue to book Tisa in the future Show more
Replied: Mar 15, 2024
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thank you for choosingu Tisa braids 😀
5-6 cornrows Grip Fee👈🏾
by Tisa Braids
Braids were done well, quickly, and with minimal pain, and as always Tisa was very nice.
Replied: Feb 29, 2024
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thank you for choosing Tisa braids 🙂
Knotless technique
by Tisa Braids
Gentle hands, clean clean braids! Such a wonderful spirit as well :) always look and feel spectacular when I leave her chair
Simple to Complex design (Man)
by Tisa Braids
Tisa was AMAZING. She started on time, was friendly and professional. She was gentle on my scalp, while producing the intricate style I wanted. She... is now my one and only braider from here on out. 10/10- Highly Recommend Show more
Replied: Feb 13, 2024
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thanks for choosing Tisa braids 😉
Feed-in Braids Stitch Method (not braids) Shampoo Grip Fee👈🏾
by Tisa Braids
Amazing service! Tisa does an excellent job every single time! Great space and atmosphere! She is quick & efficient with time. My hair is always neat ...& exactly what I want. Truly the hottest braider under the sun! Show more
Replied: Jan 6, 2024
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thank you for choosing Tisa braids 😁
Shampoo 2-4 Cornrows
by Tisa Braids
Great service. VERY professional. Cozy work space. And I’m hella satisfied with my braids. She definitely got me together. Thanks again luv. I’ll be... back thru there in 4 weeks. Stay solid. Show more
Replied: Dec 24, 2023
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thank you for choosing Tisa braids 😃
Blow dry Embellishments Fishbone/iverson braids (Simple to complex)
by Tisa Braids
Great service, fast, and very kind! I love my new braids!
Simple to Complex design (Man)
by Tisa Braids
Amaz'n
Simple to Complex design (Man)
by Tisa Braids
Fast and fire
Jumbo Twist Color blend/custom color
by Tisa Braids
Tisa has a dope salon with courteous, professional service. I got so many compliments on my jumbo twists. Also, she stuck to the time frame she quoted... so I had no problem picking up my kids on time after I left! Show more
Replied: Nov 17, 2023
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thank you so much for choosing Tisa braids 🙂
Shampoo Simple to Complex design (Man)
by Tisa Braids
Tisa got hands! By far the best stylist/braider I've been to, and worth traveling to Chicago to get right!
Replied: Nov 7, 2023
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thanks 🙏🏾 for choosing Tisa braids
Simple to Complex design (Man)
by Tisa Braids
I absolutely loved my hair (as always) Tisa is punctual, professional and personable! Pushin P forreal! Lol
Box braids
by Tisa Braids
Tisa is amazing! My first time getting box braids and they look flawless
Replied: Sep 26, 2023
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thanks for choosing Tisa braids 🙂
Shampoo Individual plats (large)
by Tisa Braids
Tisa is a really talented braider and I’ve been going to her for over a year now. She’s the best in Chicago and I’ll continuing going back to her!
Goddess box braids Knotless technique
by Tisa Braids
The only Braid Stylist that I trust to braid my hair. Tisa cares about the health of your hair and styles your hair accordingly. She’s professional an...d it’s always a great experience/pleasure spending time in her chair. Thanks Tisa, I Love my braids per usual.🙏🏽❤️ Show more
Replied: Sep 11, 2023
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
No thank you for choosing Tisa braids
Bohemian Braids Knotless technique
by Tisa Braids
Love love love my hair (Knotless Boho Braids with Warm tone blend) and service was quicker than expected. Great experience overall! Highly recommend. ...The shop is easily accessible & free street parking. Show more
Replied: Aug 13, 2023
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thanks for choosing Tisa braids 😉
Blow dry Simple to Complex design (Man)
by Tisa Braids
Great stylist. Very inviting and welcoming space. Love the energy. Best style I’ve ever had coming from LA.
Replied: Jul 2, 2023
Tisa Braids The Hottest Braider Under The Sun
Thank you for choosing Tisa braids
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