Afrobeaute Braid Boutique (AFIA)

5409 Central Ave, Newark, 94560

Afrobeaute Braid Boutique (AFIA)

5409 Central Ave, Newark, 94560

★ 4.9 (115 reviews)

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Services

- PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING
  
  TERMS + CONDITIONS. PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING Welcome to Afrobeauté and thank you for choosing to book with us! 🤍 Here are some guidelines we ask that you read through THOROUGHLY in order to ensure a pleasant experience here at our salon. A non-refundable deposit of $30 is required to secure your confirmed appointment slot. If you need to reschedule please contact me before cancelling your appointment. If you cancel your appointment, or reschedule your appointment more than once, you will need to pay another deposit. This deposit will go towards your final cost of service. I ONLY ACCEPT CASH for all payments other than the deposit. Please come prepared. I DO NOT PROVIDE THE HAIR. The quantity and type of hair you will need is listed in the description for each style I provide. Please bring ONLY the hair that is suggested as they work the best for my technique. If you have further questions about the braiding hair itself, feel free to contact me. Ladies, please arrive to your confirmed appointment on time. After 15 minutes your appointment will be CANCELLED and you will then have to reschedule for a future appointment date. Refunds are nonrefundable so please try your best to make it to your appointment on time. -If you must cancel or reschedule, please do so no less than 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment. -No call no show will result in NO FUTURE APPOINTMENTS INDEFINITELY. PREPARE YOUR HAIR FOR YOUR STYLE, Please come to the salon with your hair washed and detangled. This ensures time efficiency as well as longer lasting braids. If you are booking for KNOTLESS BRAIDS, please come with your hair throughly blowdried/lightly pressed so your roots can be straight and get the longest amount of wear from your style! • Please select the length you’d like in the “ADD ON” category. If you do not specify your length, i won’t be able to set aside the necessary amount of time for the style you’d like! The options for goddess or boho curls can be found there too. Please do not come to your appointment if you feel ill. Temperatures will be taken at the door and masks will be available if needed. Visiting the salon while you are sick impacts your stylist as well as other clients. We just want to ensure the safety of everyone who visits us. Our salon provides WIFI as well so feel free to bring your job/school along with you! Thank you for your time. I look forward to meeting you all & braiding your hair!🌸 - Fi
  
  $1.00
  30min
🌸 Knotless braids 🌸
3 services
- Small knotless braids
  
  Standard length for this style is 22 inches, which is standard mid-lower back length for most clients. Below i’ve listed the preferred brands as well as quantity; -(5)packs of pre-stretched Rastafri, Spetra or Bobbi Boss braiding hair. - Or (3) packs of the triple packs of pre- stretched braiding hair. *Extended length options can be found in the ADD ON section! If you do opt to do an extended length an extra 1-2 packs of hair will be required* Remember to prep your hair (washed, blow-dried and detangled). If you have any oils you prefer I use, please bring it and I will be glad to apply it for you.
  
  $330.00+
  7h
- Medium knotless braids
  
  Standard length for this style is 22 inches, which is standard mid-lower back length for most clients. Below i’ve listed the preferred brands as well as quantity; -(6)packs of pre-stretched Rastafri, Spetra or Bobbi Boss braiding hair. - Or (4) packs of the triple packs of pre- stretched braiding hair. *Extended length options can be found in the ADD ON section! If you do opt to do an extended lengblow-driedtional 1-2 packs of hair will be required* Remember to prep your hair (washed, blow-dried, and detangled). If you have any oils you prefer I use, please bring it and I will be glad to apply it for you.
  
  $280.00+
  5h
- Large knotless braids
  
  Standard length for this style is 22 inches, which is standard mid-lower back length for most clients. Below i’ve listed the preferred brands as well as quantity; -(7)packs of pre-stretched Rastafri, Spetra or Bobbi Boss braiding hair. - Or (5) packs of the triple packs of pre-stretched braiding hair. *Extended length options can be found in the ADD ON section! If you do opt to do an extended lengblow-driedtional 1-2 packs of hair will be required* Remember to prep your hair (washed, blow-dried, and detangled). If you have any oils you prefer I use, please bring it and I will be glad to apply it for you.
  
  $180.00+
  4h
Bora Bora Braids 🌴
1 service
- Medium knotless bora bora braids
  
  $550.00
  8h
Marley Twists
2 services
- Medium Marley Twists
  
  $220.00
  4h 30min
- Small Marley twists
  
  $250.00
  6h 30min
Box Braids 🌸
3 services
- Small size box braids
  
  Standard length for this style is 22 inches, which is standard mid-lower back length for most clients. Below i’ve listed the preferred brands as well as quantity; -(6)packs of pre-stretched Rastafri, Spetra or Bobbi Boss braiding hair. - Or (3) packs of the triple packs of pre-stretched braiding hair. *Extended length options can be found in the ADD ON section! If you do opt to do an extended lengblow-driedtional 1-2 packs of hair will be required* Remember to prep your hair (washed, blow-dried, and detangled). If you have any oils you prefer I use, please bring it and I will be glad to apply it for you.
  
  $280.00+
  6h
- Medium Size Box braids
  
  Standard length for this style is 22 inches, which is standard mid-lower back length for most clients. Below i’ve listed the preferred brands as well as quantity; -(7)packs of pre-stretched Rastafri, Spetra or Bobbi Boss braiding hair. - Or (4)packs of the triple packs of pre-stretched braiding hair. *Extended length options can be found in the ADD ON section! If you do opt to do an extended lengblow-driedtional 1-2 packs of hair will be required* Remember to prep your hair (washed and detangled). If you have any oils you prefer I use, please bring it and I will be glad to apply it for you.
  
  $230.00+
  5h
- Large size box braids
  
  Standard length for this style is 22 inches, which is standard mid-lower back length for most clients. Below i’ve listed the preferred brands as well as quantity; -(7)packs of pre-stretched Rastafri, Spetra or Bobbi Boss braiding hair. - Or (4) packs of the triple packs of pre-stretched braiding hair. *Extended length options can be found in the ADD ON section! If you do opt to do an extended lengblow-driedtional 1-2 packs of hair will be required* Remember to prep your hair (washed and detangled). If you have any oils you prefer I use, please bring it and I will be glad to apply it for you.
  
  $170.00+
  5h
Add Ons.
4 services
- Goddess curl
  
  The goddess curl adds a very feminine and lightweight look to your braids. For an example of this look, please look at my portfolio. Bring 1 pack of Freetress Deep Twist crochet hair
  
  $30.00
  45min
- Boho Curl
  
  Available in 1B - Natural Black & 2- Darkest Brown The boho curl are added throughout your braids and add a very feminine and carefree look to them. For an example of this look, please look at my portfolio. I will provide the hair for this add on. Please list in the note to me which color you’d like.
  
  $50.00
  45min
- TAILBONE/BUTT LENGTH
  
  $40.00
  30min
- HIP LENGTH
  
  $70.00
  45min
Kids Styles 🎀
1 service
- Kids knotless braids
  
  Kids styles are for ages 5-10. Standard length for kids styles is BRA-STRAP length. ALL clients must come with hair WASHED and BLOW-DRIED/ DETANGLED with minimal product usage (natural hair/growth/treatment oils are okay). Please bring (3) packs of rastafri triple braiding hair for this style.
  
  $140.00
  5h 5min
Men’s Braids
1 service
- Men’s Singles
  
  This is a natural style, no extensions added. Please come with your hair washed and blow dried/detangled. If you have any oils you prefer I use, feel free to bring them to your appointment with you and I’ll gladly apply it at the end. If not, I have everything we need!
  
  $100.00
  2h 30min

Amenities

Parking space
Wi-Fi
Child-friendly

Reviews

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Raven

Apr 30, 2026

Service: Medium knotless braids, Boho Curl, TAILBONE/BUTT LENGTH

Staff: Afia Fordjour

afia always gets me right!! i drive almost 2 hours to see her every time i need braids and she never disappoints. the vibes and conversations are alwa...

Chidi

Jan 27, 2026

Service: Medium knotless braids

Staff: Afia Fordjour

Afia is so kind, responsive, and did a great job on my medium knotless braids! Will def be back in the future.

Natalie

Nov 6, 2025

Service: Small knotless braids

Staff: Afia Fordjour

Afia is a sweet and professional. She always does an amazing job.

Response from the business Nov 6, 2025

Thank you so much ❤️

Violet

Aug 25, 2025

Service: Small size box braids

Staff: Afia Fordjour

Excellent service!

Response from the business Aug 25, 2025

Thank you Ms. Violet! I enjoyed our session ❤️

Nicole

Jul 25, 2025

Service: Small knotless braids, DELUXE BOHO

Staff: Afia Fordjour

Very happy with my small knotless braids!

Monee

Mar 6, 2025

Service: Medium knotless braids

Staff: Afia Fordjour

I haven’t gotten my hair braided in about 8 years. So I was nervous and excited. Afia exceeded my expectations! My hair is so gorgeous!

Jasmine

Nov 8, 2024

Service: Medium knotless braids, TAILBONE/BUTT LENGTH

Staff: Afia Fordjour

Afia always provides the best braid service and customer service.

Response from the business Nov 9, 2024

Thank you so much, Jasmine! 🥰

Remi

Jun 25, 2024

Service: Medium knotless braids

Staff: Afia Fordjour

10/10!! Sis does not miss!! Afia is so professional, kind and always does a great job on my hair. I got knotless braids and my parts are so clean, bra...

Response from the business Jun 25, 2024

Thank you Remi!! 🥰🫶🏾

Erica

May 29, 2024

Service: Medium Knotless, Boho Curl, TAILBONE/BUTT LENGTH

Staff: Afia Fordjour

I was so happy to finally get in my girls chair for the first time! I love the vibes of the shop. It felt very relaxed and homey. I tend to let my hai...

Fatima

Apr 25, 2024

Service: Small knotless braids, Boho Curl

Staff: Afia Fordjour

afia is the best (and equally important, kindest and most welcoming) braider in the bay!