Hair Braiding Services in the Turks and Caicos Islands

Providenciales’ Salons and Spas Offer Expert Hair Braiding for All Ages

We want you to avoid vacation horror stories with a few guidelines on hair braiding services in the Turks and Caicos Islands to ensure you have a positive vacation experience and not a “hair raising” adventure.

Have you heard a story similar to this?

It begins with another warm Caribbean day on the beach in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
A woman approaches you and offers to style your hair into braids for just $2 per braid.
“Oh why not?” you think. Why not indulge yourself in a beachside luxury? You’re on holiday after all!
But when the final bill comes you’re horrified to see that little indulgence costs $300!

You’re bound to see beach vendors who are keen to braid your hair. You see them along Grace Bay Beach enthusiastically offering their services. Like any activity you choose to do when you’re on vacation, it’s a good idea to do your research before you leave home.

What is Caribbean Hair Braiding?

Caribbean hair braiding doesn’t mean a Pippy Longstocking two braided style that can be done in 15 minutes. It means rows and rows of tiny braids that can go over the crown of the head which can take over an hour to do. Or it might mean braids that are done the full length of your hair which might take up to three hours.

What to Expect

The braiding is done very tightly, close to the head which might mean it’s not always relaxing and comfortable. This is important to know if you have little girls who are keen to get their hair braided.

You’ll also want to ensure your hair stylist has experience and knowledge of the process and can clearly communicate the time and cost to you. If you’ve a head of long hair, the total number of braids can add up, and so too the final cost. If your vendor has little experience, your plan to make life easier might be thwarted when those little braids unravel a few hours later.

Thankfully, Providenciales’ salons and spas offer expert hair braiding for all ages.

Turks and Caicos Hair Braiding Locations

So where do you go to get your hair braided on Providenciales? Let’s explore a few possibilities.

Cultural Market Place

Situated between Club Med and Ocean Club East at the far end of Grace Bay Beach, the Cultural Market Place is a colourful wooden structure that houses various local artisans as well as a relaxing cafe offering delicious Caicos cuisine. It is open between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.

Island Looks Hair Braiding

Located near Beaches Resort, the Bight Cultural Market features Island Looks Hair Braiding which offers professional hair braiding, French braids, hair twists, extensions and wraps. It is open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Monday and Tuesday and 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Wednesday through Sunday.

Mama’s Gift Shop

Mama’s Gift Shop at the Port of Call Plaza is an extremely popular tourist shop owned and operated by two sisters from North Caicos who are renowned for their warm welcome and wonderful hair braiding abilities. You can have your hair done and then browse the shop’s interesting treasures such as polished conch shells, wind chimes, t-shirts, beachwear and woven items. To get there, it’s about a six minute walk from Villa del Mar. Take Bonadventure Crescent, then follow Grace Bay Road to reach the plaza.

Spa Tropique

For youngsters, hair braiding services are also featured at another very popular local spa which is only about a five minute drive from Villa del Mar. Spa Tropique offers the “Mommy and Me Little Mermaid Package” that includes a manicure and pedicure for mother and daughter as well as hair braiding or wrapping (colourful threads are wrapped around strands of hair). The cost of this very special service is $160 plus hair. Bookings can be made by calling: 649-331-2400.

Elevate Spa

Elevate Spa offers several hair braiding packages. If you’re interested in single braids, the cost is $3 per braid with beads. Perhaps you’re looking for a corn row style where the hair is braided very close to the scalp in either straight rows or in more elaborate patterns. The cost including beads is $50 and up for half the head and $70 and up for full head. Elevate Spa is situated in the Blue Haven Resort on Marina Road in the Leeward area of Providenciales. To book a time, call 649-946-9900.

So, if braiding your hair is on the list of fun things to do in the Turks and Caicos Islands, there are island hair experts that can make sure you don’t end up with a bad hair day. They’ll braid and bead and bring a smile to your face.