Protective Styling & Braiding
Curl Talk by Christina
I braid and style your hair in ways that protect your curls, avoid tight pulling, and show you how to care for your braids so your natural hair stays healthy.
Pricing Guide
Full Protective Braiding Installation
Preparation
- Deep Cleanse: Sulfate free wash followed by a detangling conditioner to ensure a clean base.
- Stretch: Tension method blow drying to prepare natural curls for neat braiding without heat damage.
Installation
- Materials: Includes standard synthetic braiding hair packs (Colors 1, 1B, 2, or 4).
- Technique: Geometric sectioning (square or triangle) with pain free tension control to prevent traction alopecia.
- Sealing: Hot water dipping to seal synthetic ends and prevent unraveling.
Finishing
- Setting: Mousse application and strip wrapping to lay down flyaways.
- Scalp Care: Application of light oil to exposed scalp areas.
Braid Refresh & Scalp Detox
Scalp Hygiene
- Exfoliation: Application of specialized scalp scrub (Raw Kyn) to remove dead skin and product buildup between parts.
- Targeted Wash: Nozzle based diluted shampoo application to cleanse without disturbing the braid structure.
Drying & Setting
- Hooded Dryer: 30 to 45 minute professional drying session to prevent mildew and ensure total dryness.
- Refining: Trimming of frizz and flyaways developed over time.
- Revival: Mousse re application and satin wrap to flatten roots and refresh the look.
Special Occasion Curly Styling
Structure
- Dry Styling: Manipulation of set curls into shapes like messy buns, pineapple updos, or French twists.
- Secure Pinning: Heavy duty bobby pins and U pins used to secure thick hair weight without headaches.
Definition
- Spot Refresh: Water and curl cream application to define face framing pieces.
- Hold: Strong hold spray application to resist humidity.
- Accessories: Placement of basic pins or cuffs included.
About Protective Styling & Braiding
My Approach to Braiding
I see protective styling as way more than just a fresh look. It's about giving your natural hair a break, letting it grow and thrive underneath. I focus on Afro braiding techniques that suit your hair’s vibe, whether you want bold box braids or something more subtle. If you’re in the mood for a colour switch - maybe silver or grey - I’m up for that too.
Hair Health First
I won’t braid too tight. No pulling, no drama on your hairline. It’s all about keeping your curls safe and happy. Traction alopecia prevention is at the core of my work - I stick to styles that protect, not stress your roots. Braids are fab, but they need to come out after 6-8 weeks so your own hair can breathe.
How I Guide You
I’ll show you all the basics for looking after your braids:
- Wash your scalp and braids every week or two, go easy with the shampoo.
- Hydrate your scalp with light oils, and spritz your braids with water and leave-in.
- Night time? Always wrap with a silk scarf for braids or sleep on a silk pillowcase. Keeps frizz away, helps your style last.
- If you want to jazz things up - cuffs, beads, light mousse - no worries, just be gentle.
I want you to leave feeling confident, knowing your curls are protected and styled just right.
Meet your Expert
Curl Talk By Christina
90 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hi, I’m Christina. You know, folks always used to say, ‘Aapke baal jhadu jaise hain’ (your hair’s like a broom), and it hurt. I got tired of seeing curly heads struggle just to fit in. That’s why I started Curl Talk. This isn’t just a salon in Mumbai – it’s where curls are celebrated, not hidden. Over 10,000 curlies have sat in our chairs, and every ‘WOW!’ I hear after a makeover keeps me going. My real joy? Watching you fall in love with your own hair.
My Work
Curly & Wavy Hair Services - We do Curly Haircuts dry technique, Curly Hair-Colour, Afro Braiding Mumbai, deep conditioning, and curly consultations for all ages.
Personalised Curl Routines - No one-size-fits-all. We help you figure out curl type, porosity, and density, and show you tricks that actually work.
No Bleach Balayage & Colour - Want colour but scared of damage? Try our No Bleach Balayage or Cherry Cola hair color—safe, vibrant, and curl-friendly.
Education & Empowerment - We show you how to wash, style, and pick products so you get great hair at home, not just in the salon.
Transitioning & Repair - Damaged curls? We help you with a curly hair transition plan to bring back healthy, bouncy hair.
