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Dreadlocks, Box Braids and Braiding in Melbourne's North
Vasii offers dreadlocks, box braids and braiding by appointment, starting with a consultation to plan the style for your hair.
Vasii offers dreadlocks, box braids and braiding across Melbourne's northern suburbs. These styles take time and care to do well, so every booking starts with a consultation where Vasii looks at your hair and you agree on the style together. Vasii has 23 years' experience and will tell you honestly what will and won't suit your hair.
- Dreadlocks
- Box braids
- Braiding
- Braided styles for special occasions
- A consultation first, then a booking for the style you've agreed
Why Braiding Is Booked Differently
Dreadlocks and box braids take time to do well, so every booking starts with a consultation where Vasii looks at your hair type and talks through the look you want.
Once the plan is agreed, she'll let you know how long to allow for your appointment.
Box Braids and Braiding
Box braids are individual braids divided into neat square sections, and braiding covers everything from everyday braids to braided styles for special occasions. At your consultation Vasii will talk through the size and style that suit your hair, and how to look after it.
Booking Dreadlocks and Braids
Curl Up & Dye works by appointment across Melbourne's northern suburbs, including Epping, Wollert, Mernda, South Morang, Mill Park, Bundoora, Reservoir, Thomastown and Preston. While her salon is being set up, Vasii can travel to you for an extra fee.
To book, or to ask whether a style will work with your hair, call Vasii on 0419 857 723 or send an enquiry.
Areas Vasii covers
Vasii works by appointment across these suburbs in Melbourne's north.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you do dreadlocks and box braids?
Yes, Vasii offers dreadlocks, box braids and braiding by appointment across Melbourne's northern suburbs. Every booking starts with a consultation, so she can look at your hair and agree on the style with you. Call 0419 857 723 or send an enquiry with your hair's length and thickness and the style you have in mind to get started.
How long can I leave box braids in?
Dermatologists at the American Academy of Dermatology recommend wearing braids for no longer than 6 to 8 weeks, then switching styles so your hair can recover. They also say a style that feels painful is too tight. How long braids stay neat depends on your hair type, the braid size and your aftercare, so ask Vasii how to look after your style once it's in.
Can braids or dreadlocks cause hair loss?
Braids and dreadlocks can cause hair loss if they pull too tightly for too long. The Australasian College of Dermatologists says braids, cornrows and weaves can cause traction alopecia, hair loss from continuous pulling, and that dreadlocks may also contribute. Early signs are sore pimples on the scalp and thinning around the temples, and caught early it may be reversible. The American Academy of Dermatology suggests loosening braids at the hairline and choosing thicker, shorter braids or locs, which pull less.
How much do dreadlocks or box braids cost?
Dreadlocks and box braids are quoted after a consultation, because the price depends on your hair's length and thickness, the style, the size and number of locs or braids, and whether extra hair is added. Finer braids or locs mean more sections, which takes longer. When you enquire, tell Vasii your hair's length and thickness and the style you'd like, and she may ask for a photo of your hair so she can quote more accurately.
How long does a dreadlock or braiding appointment take?
Dreadlock and braiding appointment times depend on your hair and the style you're after, which is why every booking starts with a consultation. Longer, thicker hair and finer locs or braids take more time. Once Vasii has seen your hair and you've agreed on the style, she'll let you know how long to allow.
Ready when you are
Book your appointment with Vasii
Thinking about locs or box braids? Call Vasii on 0419 857 723 to book a consultation.