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Black-Owned Hair Salons, Braiders & Spas in Houston (2026)
By Online African Shop Team · Updated September 2026
From braids, locs and silk presses to nails and spa days, these 7 Black-owned beauty businesses in Houston are worth booking. You'll find them in Uptown, Sharpstown, East Downtown and Galleria. Most work by appointment, so book ahead. Our top picks are Pressed Roots HTX and Feminine Attractions.
Every business here was named as Black-owned by a trusted local source (listed at the bottom). Hours and locations change, so call or check the website before you go.
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Black-owned hair salons, braiders, nail salons and spas in Houston
7 places-
Beauty & spas
Top pick
Uptown / Post Oak
Pressed Roots HTX
Book thisSignature silk pressA blow-out bar for textured hair from founder Piersten Gaines. It opened at the Centre at Post Oak in 2024 after running a location in Dallas.
5000 Westheimer Rd, Ste 118, Houston, TX
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Beauty & spas
Top pick
Sharpstown
Feminine Attractions
Book thisLocs, twists or box braidsBlessing May, a former track athlete, leads a team of more than 25 stylists. The salon is known for braids and locs that are done well...
7447 Harwin Dr, Ste 101, Houston, TX
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Beauty & spas
East Downtown (EaDo)
Eternal Salon & Med Spa
Book thisA facial or massagePatricia Opurum, who grew up in Trinity Gardens, opened this full-service salon and med spa in late 2024. It offers hairstyling, facials, massages and injectables.
1102 Delano St, Ste C, Houston, TX
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Beauty & spas
Galleria
Cheveux by Mone'
Book thisScalp-health consultation or custom wig installOwner Mone' Dottin is a registered trichologist who focuses on scalp health and hair loss, along with wigs and extensions.
4731 Ingersoll St, Houston, TX
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Beauty & spas
Pearland
Khroma Hair Studio
Book thisColor service with a scalp steamFounder Kendra Hodge's team does color, relaxers, silk presses and thermal smoothing. Stylists check your hair's condition before planning any chemical service.
12280 Broadway St, Ste 4104, Pearland, TX
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Beauty & spas
Bellaire
A Vibe Called Hair
Book thisSilk press (check the weekly specials)Gail Pete opened this small salon in 2020, and it is known for silk presses. Watch for its weekly specials.
5204 Cedar St, Bellaire, TX
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Beauty & spas
Montrose
Essential Body Bar
Book thisCustom facial or waxingLetrice Mason and Kortni Jordan run this spa, which uses plant-based products. It offers custom facials, massage therapy, body wraps and waxing.
1622 W Alabama St, Houston, TX
FAQ
Do I need an appointment?
Usually, yes. Most salons, braiders and spas on this list work by appointment, and weekend slots go fast. Book online or call ahead.
Which Houston neighborhoods have the most spots on this list?
Uptown, Sharpstown, East Downtown and Galleria each have places on this list.
How was this list made?
We only include businesses named as Black-owned by trusted local sources, such as city tourism boards, local news and food writers. The sources are listed below. We check the list regularly, but always confirm hours before you go.
Can I suggest a business?
Yes. Email youronlineafricanshop@gmail.com with the business name, address and a link.
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