{"id":269,"date":"2026-07-25T07:05:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T07:05:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/?page_id=269"},"modified":"2026-07-25T07:05:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T07:05:29","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html>\r\n<html lang=\"en\">\r\n<head>\r\n  <meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\r\n  <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- ===== PRIMARY SEO ===== -->\r\n  <title>Braids Master LA | Knotless Braids, Boho Braids &amp; Locs in Los Angeles<\/title>\r\n  <meta name=\"description\" content=\"Braids Master LA is Los Angeles' premier hair braiding studio. Book knotless braids, boho braids, cornrows, faux locs, and micro locs with expert braiders. 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This is protective styling at the master level.<\/p>\r\n      <div class=\"hero-cta\">\r\n        <a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Your Appointment<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"btn btn-ghost\" href=\"#services\">View Styles &amp; Prices<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <figure class=\"hero-media\">\r\n      <!-- Replace with your best hero shot -->\r\n      <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/knotless-braids-los-angeles.jpg\" alt=\"Long small knotless braids styled at Braids Master LA, Los Angeles braiding salon\" width=\"883\" height=\"1400\">\r\n    <\/figure>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- signature braid divider -->\r\n  <svg class=\"braid-divider\" viewBox=\"0 0 1200 26\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n    <path d=\"M0 13 Q 25 0 50 13 T 100 13 T 150 13 T 200 13 T 250 13 T 300 13 T 350 13 T 400 13 T 450 13 T 500 13 T 550 13 T 600 13 T 650 13 T 700 13 T 750 13 T 800 13 T 850 13 T 900 13 T 950 13 T 1000 13 T 1050 13 T 1100 13 T 1150 13 T 1200 13\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\r\n    <path d=\"M0 13 Q 25 26 50 13 T 100 13 T 150 13 T 200 13 T 250 13 T 300 13 T 350 13 T 400 13 T 450 13 T 500 13 T 550 13 T 600 13 T 650 13 T 700 13 T 750 13 T 800 13 T 850 13 T 900 13 T 950 13 T 1000 13 T 1050 13 T 1100 13 T 1150 13 T 1200 13\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\r\n  <\/svg>\r\n\r\n  <!-- ================= TRUST STRIP ================= -->\r\n  <div class=\"strip\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n    <span><b>200+<\/b> five-star clients<\/span><span>\u00b7<\/span>\r\n    <span><b>Tension-free<\/b> technique<\/span><span>\u00b7<\/span>\r\n    <span>Same-week <b>appointments<\/b><\/span><span>\u00b7<\/span>\r\n    <span>Open <b>7 days a week<\/b><\/span>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- ================= SERVICES ================= -->\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"services\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <span class=\"eyebrow\">Full Service Menu<\/span>\r\n      <h2>Every braid, mastered.<\/h2>\r\n      <p style=\"max-width:40rem;color:var(--sand-dim)\">Premium hair styling with transparent pricing and appointment times we actually keep. Prices reflect the base length shown \u2014 longer lengths are priced per style below. Tap <strong style=\"color:var(--honey);font-weight:500\">Book<\/strong> to reserve any service.<\/p>\r\n\r\n      <!-- KNOTLESS BRAIDS -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Knotless Braids<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Medium Size Knotless Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">4 hours \u00b7 from $300<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Mid-back $300 \u00b7 Waist $330 \u00b7 Butt $360<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Small \/ Medium Knotless Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">5 hours \u00b7 from $330<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Mid-back $330 \u00b7 Waist $360 \u00b7 Butt $400<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">KB Small \u2014 Mid Back<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">6 hours \u00b7 from $400<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Waist length $420 \u00b7 Butt length $450<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">French Curl Medium<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">4 hours \u00b7 $280<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Includes shampoo and conditioner.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- CROCHET BRAIDS -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Crochet Braids<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Crochet Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">2 hours \u00b7 $200<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Your natural hair is braided into cornrows and the extension hair is crocheted in for that stylish look. Please come with your hair extensions.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- BOHEMIAN \/ BOHO BRAIDS -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Bohemian \/ Boho Braids<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Goddess Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">6 hours \u00b7 $450<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Synthetic braiding with human curl hair \u2014 full, but not as full as boho braids.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Gypsy \/ Bora Bora Braids (Medium)<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">8 hours \u00b7 $550<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Boho braids with more curly hair for a fuller look. 3 packs of human hair recommended.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Goddess Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">6 hours \u00b7 $360<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Can be done with synthetic braiding hair and human hair.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Island Twist \u2014 Medium Midback<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">4 hours \u00b7 $300<\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Boho Knotless Braids \u2014 Medium Midback<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">5 hours \u00b7 $350<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Bring 5 packs of braiding hair and one of human hair. Extra charge for additional human hair packs.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- BOB BOHO BRAIDS -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Bob Boho Braids<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Small \/ Medium Short Bob Boho Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">5 hours \u00b7 $300<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Shampoo and conditioner included. Please come with 4 packs of pre-stretched hair and 1 pack of curly hair.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">X-Long SM Bob Boho Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">6 hours 30 min \u00b7 $300<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Shampoo and conditioner included. Bring 4 packs of pre-stretched braiding hair and one pack of curly hair. Note this service may take longer than estimated.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Small \/ Medium Long Bob Boho Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">6 hours \u00b7 $280<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Shampoo and conditioner included. Please come with 4 packs of pre-stretched braiding hair and 1 pack of curly hair.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- FULANI \/ STITCH BRAIDS -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Fulani \/ Stitch Braids<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">6 Stitch Braids with Hair<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">3 hours \u00b7 from $160<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">3\u20134 braids $120 \u00b7 5 braids $140 \u00b7 6 braids $160<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Weave and Braids<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">4 hours \u00b7 $280<\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Fulani \/ Tribal<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">5 hours \u00b7 $280<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Send a picture of your desired style when booking.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- TWIST -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Twists<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Passion Twist \u2014 Medium Size<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">4 hours \u00b7 from $220<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Shoulder $220 \u00b7 Mid-back $250 \u00b7 Waist $300 \u00b7 Butt $330<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Senegalese Twist \u2014 Midback Medium<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">5 hours \u00b7 from $260<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Waist length $300 \u00b7 Butt length $350<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- LOCS -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Locs<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Faux \/ Distress Locs<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">5 hours \u00b7 $300<\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Dreadlocks Retwist<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">2 hours \u00b7 $150<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Includes shampoo, condition, blow dry and styling. Excludes 2-strand twist.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- MEN CORNROWS -->\r\n      <div class=\"svc-cat\">\r\n        <h3>Men's Cornrows<\/h3>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Men 6 Stitch Cornrows<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">2 hours \u00b7 $120<\/div>\r\n            <p class=\"svc-desc\">Includes shampoo, conditioner and blow out.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"svc-row\">\r\n          <div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-name\">Men Box Braid with Natural Hair<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"svc-meta\">2 hours \u00b7 $150<\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <a class=\"svc-book\" href=\"https:\/\/Cyyndibraids.as.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"svc-note\">Prices shown are starting rates for the length listed. Final pricing is confirmed at booking based on length, size, and hair. Questions? Text (323) 219-5213.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- ================= GALLERY ================= -->\r\n  <section class=\"section gallery\" id=\"gallery\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <span class=\"eyebrow\">The Gallery<\/span>\r\n      <h2>Real work. Real results.<\/h2>\r\n      <p style=\"max-width:38rem;color:var(--ink-on-sand);opacity:.75;margin-bottom:.5rem\">A look at styles created in the chair at Braids Master LA \u2014 from knotless and boho to cornrows, twists and locs.<\/p>\r\n      <div class=\"carousel\" id=\"galleryCarousel\" aria-roledescription=\"carousel\" aria-label=\"Braids Master LA work gallery\">\r\n        <button class=\"carousel-btn prev\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Previous photos\">\u2039<\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"carousel-viewport\">\r\n          <div class=\"carousel-track\">\r\n            <div class=\"carousel-slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/knotless-braids-los-angeles.jpg\" alt=\"Long small knotless braids installed at Braids Master LA in Los Angeles\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"carousel-slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/boho-knotless-braids-la.jpg\" alt=\"Boho knotless braids with curly ends by Braids Master LA, Los Angeles\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"carousel-slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/goddess-braids-curls-los-angeles.jpg\" alt=\"Goddess braids with loose curls framing the face, Braids Master LA\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"carousel-slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/feed-in-cornrows-braids-master-la.jpg\" alt=\"Detailed feed-in cornrows with clean parts styled at Braids Master LA in Los Angeles\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"carousel-slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/stitch-cornrows-los-angeles.jpg\" alt=\"Curved stitch cornrows braided at Braids Master LA, Los Angeles\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"carousel-slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/feed-in-braids-curly-ponytail-la.jpg\" alt=\"Feed-in lemonade braids into a curly ponytail by Braids Master LA\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"carousel-slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/locs-retwist-los-angeles.jpg\" alt=\"Locs retwist with braided roots styled at Braids Master LA in Los Angeles\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <button class=\"carousel-btn next\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Next photos\">\u203a<\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"carousel-dots\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"Gallery pages\"><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <p style=\"margin-top:2rem\"><a class=\"btn\" style=\"background:var(--auburn);color:var(--sand)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/Cyndibraids\" rel=\"noopener\">See more on Instagram \u2192<\/a><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- ================= ABOUT ================= -->\r\n  <section class=\"section about\" id=\"about\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap about-grid\">\r\n      <figure class=\"about-media\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braidsmasterla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/feed-in-braids-curly-ponytail-la.jpg\" alt=\"Feed-in lemonade braids into a curly ponytail styled at Braids Master LA\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"330\" height=\"640\">\r\n      <\/figure>\r\n      <div>\r\n        <span class=\"eyebrow\">The Studio<\/span>\r\n        <h2>A decade of braiding. One standard: mastery.<\/h2>\r\n        <p>Braids Master LA was built on a simple belief \u2014 a protective style should protect. That means no over-tight roots, no thinning edges, and no six-hour waits past your appointment time.<\/p>\r\n        <p>Every install starts with a healthy-hair consultation, uses premium pre-stretched hair (included in your price), and finishes with care instructions so your style lasts weeks longer. From Inglewood to Culver City, Hollywood to Long Beach \u2014 LA trusts us with its crown.<\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"stats\">\r\n          <div class=\"stat\"><b>10+<\/b><span>Years braiding<\/span><\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"stat\"><b>200+<\/b><span>5-star reviews<\/span><\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"stat\"><b>0<\/b><span>Edges harmed<\/span><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- ================= TESTIMONIALS ================= -->\r\n  <section class=\"section\" id=\"reviews\" style=\"padding-top:0\">\r\n    <div class=\"wrap\">\r\n      <span class=\"eyebrow\">Client Love<\/span>\r\n      <h2>Word travels fast in LA.<\/h2>\r\n      <div class=\"quotes\">\r\n        <blockquote class=\"quote\">\r\n          <div class=\"stars\" aria-label=\"5 out of 5 stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div>\r\n          <p>\"First braider in years who didn't hurt my scalp. My knotless lasted two full months and still looked fresh.\"<\/p>\r\n          <cite>\u2014 Jasmine R., Inglewood<\/cite>\r\n        <\/blockquote>\r\n        <blockquote class=\"quote\">\r\n          <div class=\"stars\" aria-label=\"5 out of 5 stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div>\r\n          <p>\"Started on time, done in five hours, and the boho curls were exactly the photo I brought in. Booked my next slot before I left.\"<\/p>\r\n          <cite>\u2014 Danielle M., Culver City<\/cite>\r\n        <\/blockquote>\r\n        <blockquote class=\"quote\">\r\n          <div class=\"stars\" aria-label=\"5 out of 5 stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div>\r\n          <p>\"My daughter actually enjoys getting her hair done now. 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