Exotic Textures Natural Hair Studio
329 W 18th St, Chicago, 60616
4.3
196 reviews
Exotic Textures Natural Hair Studio
329 W 18th St, Chicago, 60616
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Services
Afro Curly Exotic Textures
15 servicesExotic Textures Fingerstyle
Accentuate your hair unique texture with this service.$79.002hOption 1$79.002hOption 2DevaCurl Transformation
This is our version of the Devacurl service taught by Devachan salon, NY. Ayanna is a Devacurl inspired stylist. But here at Exotic Textures, you will get the Exotic Textures' DivaCurl Cut and Transformation.$99.002h 30minOption 1$99.002h 30minOption 2Curly Afro Set
$65.002hBe Exotic: The Big Chop
Shampoo, Deep Conditioning Steam Treatment and Afro Cut$45.0030minCornrows/ Flat Twist Updos
Cornrows or flat two strands twists are a contemporary look for natural hair. Your service includes a shampoo and blow out. Your stylist may add hair extensions for length at additional charge.$95.00+2h 45minOption 1$140.00+4h 30minWith Hair extensions. Still includes shampoo.
Dreadlocks
15 servicesConsultation
Consultation$25.0030minOption 1$25.0030minOption 2Loc Rod Set
$35.0030minOption 1$35.0030minOption 2Starter Locs
This price includes a shampoo and the partings for a comb coil dreadlock set. Starter Interlocks are $200 and up. The interlocking technique is best for those with a more active lifestyle who like to wash their hair more often.$125.00+2h 30minStarter Interlocks
The interlocking technique uses a tool to not the new growth into a structure that resembles the links of a chain. Often people use the interlocking method if they have a more active lifestyle and need to wash their hair more often. Interlocking requires retightening every 6 to 8 weeks. Interlocks last can be done at various sizes as small as extra large sisterlocks up to large size dreadlocks.$200.00+4hStarter Crochet (Instant) Locs
Often called instant locs$350.004h
Weekly Specials *♡1st Time Clients♡*
6 servicesTwisted Tuesday Retwist
Twists and Retwists are $50 on Twisted Tuesday. Flat Twists, Two Strand Twists, Twist Outs, Loc Retwist and more are discounted all until 8pm. First Time Clients only$60.001h 30minTwisted Tuesday Flat Twist Out Style
$60.001h 30minWet Set Wednesday
Define your curls with a Wet Set service. Starting Devacurl Decadence Shampoo and Condition, Trim, and Wet Set for your Natural Curls. First time Clients only$60.001h 30minTribal Thursdays
All single layer and two layer Tribal Braids (Lemonade, Goddess Braids, Feed-in Cornrows, Knotless Braids, Havana Twists and Poetic Justice Braids NOT included) are $99 with Hair Jewelry included. First Time Clients only$125.003hFlex your Curls Fridays
Flexi Rods to Flex those beautiful Curls are $50 on Friday. First time Clients only$60.002h 30min
AyannaLocs and Crochet Locs
9 servicesCrochet Braids
I will shampoo and bow out your hair. Then, we will braid the hair down for a natural looking style. Hair is not included. Please consult about the texture you desire. Bring at least 3 packs of textured braiding hair for this style.$155.00+3h 30minCrochet Curlkalon Look
If you like the Rod set look on a Short afro, but you need a low-maintenance style protective style, try the Curlkalon crochet look. This included shampoo, complimentary trim, and finished detail cut of the Curlkalon install$155.003hAyannaLocs Crochet Loc Extensions Install
$450.003h 30minIndividual Crochet Goddess Locs
$275.003h 30minHalf Up Crochet Braids
$150.002h
Braided Styles and Tribals
11 servicesGoddess Locs
Beautiful, fun and flirty temporary loc extensions with synthetic hair. (crochet style)$275.00+4hPassion Twists
Passion Twists are individual two strand spring twists.$225.004h 5minKids Braids
Children should be 5 and above with experience getting their hair done. Parents please bring beads of your choice and bead threading tool (+$5 for a full head of beads) Children’s braid styles include a shampoo, blow out, and scalp massage.$50.002hHavana/ Marley/ Rope Twists
Rope Twists are two strand braid extensions in small or medium sizes. Havana Twists are the jumbo version of these smooth two strand twist braids. Please selext your appointment according to the size/ price variation, with Havana as the largest and least expensive.$165.003h 30minOption 1$199.004hOption 2$250.005h 30minOption 3Exotic Fulani Braids
These tribal styles have invisible knot feed in cornrows on the top layer and individual box braids in the back.$175.004h
Exotic Textures Virgin Hair Installs & Units
9 servicesExotic Textures Signature Blend Sew-in
For instant length in any texture, think Exotic Textures Virgin Hair Collection. Price includes shampoo, trim and install, our signature finishing techniques to blend your hair with your extensions, and instructions on how to maintain your look. Purchase your bundles online at www.exotictextures.com/shop for 20% off 2 bundles or more.$200.003h 30minBundle Service (Single Process Color)
$35.0030minOption 1$35.0030minOption 2Full Sew -in (w/ Lace Closure)
For clients that want to let their hair rest from daily maintenance and try long-term textures styles. Be sure to Pre-order your hair at www.exotictextures.com for 20% off install. Price includes shampoo, install, blend, and trim. Most Lace closures will need to be retightened after 3-4 weeks. Schedule a Shampoo and Retightening if that what you need.$250.00+3h 30minExotic Textures Detachable Unit Install
To maintain your pieces, your may want to allow me to create a detachable unit to suit your needs. If you like the faux hawk look or updo but worry about keeeping your braids fresh and caring for the back of your look, the detachable partial unit is for you. It can be easily pinned in and taken down at the end of the day, while you keep you twist/ braids the front and crown of your hair securely tied down for evening care. Can also be styled creatively as a ponytail or pouf for later use.$99.00+45minWeave /or Previous Style Removal
I can easily take down your weave or any protective or braid style for you.$25.0030min
A La Carte Add-ons
10 servicesBridal Consultation
$45.0045minBaylayage or Sombre
This is only the add-on for the highlighting technique. Base color is not included.$75.001h 30minFull Head Highlights
$125.001h 30minAdditional New Growth
If there has been a long lapse since the last time you got interlock or Sisterlocks maintenance, there may be an additional fee.$25.0030minOption 1$25.0030minOption 2Detangling
This add-on service happens when you need to detangle after braids or a weave. We will be careful attention not to cut out, yank, break off or brush out any of your hair. If you need some special attention so you return to being happily nappy, let us keep you from the pains of detangling your hair.$20.0030min
Makeup Bar
4 servicesBrow Highlight
Shaping and accentuating the arch with Motives Makeup in the appropriate shade.$10.0015minOption 1$10.0015minOption 2Strip Lashes
Select glamorous human hair eyelash extension strips.$10.0045minFull Face Application
Full Face Application with Demo Face Chart so that you can access the online store and purchase even more of your favorite shades at a later date.$29.00+45minOption 1$29.00+45minOption 2Brow Shaping
$7.0015min
Deposits and Payment Plans
3 servicesHair Deposit (For Loc Extensions)
Please secure your reservation with a hair deposit. When you book online, the salon manager will call to confirm your appointment and take payment. The deposit is non-refundable.$150.0015minPackage- Payment #1
For high priced tickets, such as the Sisterlocks Installation Package and the long Ayanna Locs Loc Extensions, please consult Ayanna for payment arrangements.$150.0015minPackages- Payment #2
The salon manger will call you to confirm your balance due.$150.0015min
Treatments
6 servicesScalp Therapy
Heal an itchy and dry scalp with my therapy treatment; includes tea tree shampoo, deep conditioning with a hot towel, dry cleanse, and scalp massage with medicated strength pomade.$25.0030minHerbal Cider Tea Bath
If your dreads have lint, product build-up in them, we can offer them a rejuvenating herbal cider tea bath to penetrate, deep cleanse, lighten the feel of dirt and build up in your locs.$25.0030minHydration Steam Therapy
$30.0040minNourishing Mask
Drench your hair in a nourishing moisture mask applied strand by strand with steam therapy.$25.0030minDeep Conditioning
Intensive Restoration for brittle, weak and damaged hair. Don't cut, restore$10.0030min
Sisterlocks
7 servicesSisterlocks Consultation
$35.0030minOption 1$35.0030minOption 2Sisterlocks Retightening
$150.00+4hSisterlocks Locs Style
Updo or curly styles for Sisterlocks$25.0045minSisterlocks Install 7" or more
$1,200.008hSisterlocks Install 7" or less
$800.008hOption 1$800.008hOption 2
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4.3/5
Based on 196 reviews
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Loc Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Booked this appt a week in advance. I messaged Ayanna when I arrived to the salon and realized she wasnt there (which wasn’t abnormal). She responded,...
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Loc Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Great experience. Hair felt much lighter after detox. Hairstyle received a lot of compliments.
Shampoo and Set/ Blow Dry
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Ayanna Gholson
I used this stylist a year ago and bought some hair on her website. But when I got my hair done I decided to just get my natural hair washed and press...
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Jun 29, 2023
Exotic Textures Natural Hair Studio
I’m sorry you feel that way. Curly cuts and Straight cuts follow different rules. Curly cuts are based on the measure a coil/ curly sets (with product) in its curly state; while a straight cut is based on the length of the hair and any split ends or breakage that may be apparent. It sounds like I may not have done a through job of helping you understand that. Also, understanding that previous heat damage from silk presses also plays a significant role in a curly cut as well, may be another reason you feel you lost of length during your cut. I feel I trimmed your hair gradually, first in the curly cut (removing and blending in heat damage) then in the next service once straightened, balancing in breakage and split ends for healthy hair. As a stylist— healthy hair is my #1 priority, above length. Again, I apologize if you feel I cut too much of your length. ❤️❤️❤️. Blessings and healthy hair, Ayanna
Loc Retwist
Deep Conditioning
Exotic Loc Styles
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Ayanna Gholson
Ayanna gave great and timely service. I appreciate her knowledge of ethnic hair care and the style she made for me that is elegant and functional! 3 s...
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May 21, 2023
Exotic Textures Natural Hair Studio
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Loc Retwist
Loc Repair (up to 5 dreads)
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Ayanna Gholson
Love this Stylist. My Son, Daughter, and Myself all have different textured hair and she takes care of us all, helping us maintain healthy, beautiful ...
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May 9, 2023
Exotic Textures Natural Hair Studio
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Twisted Tuesday Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Good vibes
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May 3, 2023
Exotic Textures Natural Hair Studio
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Loc Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Great service
Loc Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Great as always
Coils
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Ayanna Gholson
Definitely enjoyed my service. Fast, professional and eprfect styling. Def will be back!
Loc Retwist
Exotic Loc Styles
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Ayanna Gholson
I love Ayanna and her work she is amazing and my locs and always beautiful I get sooo many compliments about my hair i want to say thank you and if an...
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Cornrows/ Flat Twist Updos
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Ayanna Gholson
I love that Ayanna takes time to care for your hair, not just ‘do’ you hair. This makes a big difference!
Twisted Tuesday Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Fast and thorough. hair turned out great.
Starter Locs
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Ayanna Gholson
Nice stylist, experienced and fast. Thank you!
Natural Silk Press
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Ayanna Gholson
Ayyana is always on time & professional! I was in and out in on 1 hour!
Weave Removal
Custom Color
Natural Silk Press
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Ayanna Gholson
My hair reminded me of Marilyn Monroe! I loved the curls and style for me. Thank you so much.
Deep Conditioning
Natural Silk Press
Custom Color
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Ayanna Gholson
I like Ayanna she is a good Stylist who is knowledgeable. I enjoyed my services and I love my hair.
Loc Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Great service and works fast!
Twisted Tuesday Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Professional, quick, and great work!
Loc Retwist
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Ayanna Gholson
Ayana did a great job on my locks. My hair is thinning and some of them were hanging on by a few strands of hair. I was afraid i was going to be bald,...
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Sep 3, 2022
Exotic Textures Natural Hair Studio
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences! Much love!! See you next time! ❤️❤️
Scalp Therapy
Herbal Cider Tea Bath
Hydration Steam Therapy
Loc Retwist
Loc Repair (up to 5 dreads)
Exotic Loc Styles
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Ayanna Gholson
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