Pleasantville · New Jersey

Professional Braids
& Locs, Elevated.

A calm, premium studio for protective styling and long-term hair health. Clean parts, gentle tension, and finishes crafted to last — because your hair deserves patience, precision, and respect.

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10+ Years Craft Healthy-Hair First Same-Day Booking
— What We Do

Signature Styling Services

From precision braiding to long-lasting locs, every style is built on clean technique, gentle tension and healthy-hair care that lasts weeks — not days.

Knotless braids

Knotless & Stitch Braids

Lightweight, tension-friendly braids with clean, defined parts for a sleek, comfortable finish.

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Cornrows and twists

Cornrows & Twists

Neat cornrows and all twist types — protective, versatile styling tailored to your hair type.

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Locs and natural hair

Locs & Natural Hair

Sisterlocks, micro locs and faux locs, plus natural hair styling that keeps every strand healthy.

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Ethel Alenga, Founder
10+
Years of Experience
— About The Studio

Clean Work. Healthy Hair. Styles that Last.

Luxe Loc & Braid Studio is a professional hair braiding and locs salon specializing in protective styles, precision braiding, and natural hair care. Every appointment centers around clean technique, healthy-hair practices, and finishes crafted to last.

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Professional ServiceConsistent, reliable, on-time care.
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Hair Health FirstTechniques that protect your strands.
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Precision StylingClean parts and defined finishes.
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Clean & Safe SpaceSanitised tools, calm studio.
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— Our Promise

Mission, Vision & Values

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Our Mission

To provide intentional, high-quality loc and braid services that prioritize hair health, comfort, and refined beauty in a calm, premium environment.

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Our Vision

To become a trusted destination for luxury loc and braid care — known for precision, consistency, and an elevated approach to modern hair styling.

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Our Values

  • Professional service
  • Hair health priority
  • Precision styling
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Clean & safe environment
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— The Studio Experience

More Than a Style — A Full Care Ritual

From a gentle cleansing wash to the final detailed finish, every visit is a calm, professional experience focused on your comfort and your hair's long-term health. Herbal steam, scalp massage, and thoughtful aftercare included.

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Healthy-Hair Focus
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Every loc and braid is styled with patience, perfection, and care.
— The Luxe Philosophy
— The Process

From Consult to Finished Style

A calm, considered experience — start to finish.

Consultation

Share your inspiration. We assess density, length, and lifestyle to guide the perfect style.

Prep & Cleanse

Gentle cleanse, deep-condition, and a scalp treatment to prime healthy foundations.

Precision Styling

Clean parts. Even tension. Every braid or loc placed with patience and intention.

Aftercare

Custom home-care ritual and follow-up so your style stays fresh, week after week.

— Client Love

What Clients Are Saying

Trusted by hundreds across Pleasantville and the greater NJ area.

“Cleanest knotless braids I've ever had. No tension, no bumps — just perfection. I won't go anywhere else.”
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Ayana R.
Knotless Braids
“My sisterlocks journey started here two years ago and I've never looked back. Truly artistry.”
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Jasmine T.
Sisterlocks
“The salon feels like a sanctuary. Calm, professional, and my cornrows lasted weeks longer than expected.”
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Maya D.
Cornrows
“Soft, romantic boho braids that still felt lightweight. Exactly the look I asked for — and then some.”
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Simone K.
Boho Braids
“Passion twists done with such care. Parts were clean, tension was gentle, and I left feeling spoiled.”
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Keisha L.
Twists
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need before your first appointment.

How long does a typical braiding session take?
Depending on style and length, sessions range from 3 to 8 hours. We'll give you an accurate estimate during your consultation.
Do I need to wash my hair before my appointment?
Yes — arrive with clean, detangled, and blow-dried hair unless you've booked our wash & prep add-on.
How long will my style last?
Knotless braids and twists typically last 6–8 weeks with proper aftercare. Locs are a long-term commitment maintained on a 4–6 week cycle.
Do you offer children's styling?
Absolutely. We offer gentle, age-appropriate styling for children 5 and up in a calm, patient environment.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations may incur a 25% deposit forfeit.
Do you sell aftercare products?
Yes — we carry curated scalp oils, satin bonnets, and edge-care products used by our stylists in-studio.
— Ready When You Are

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