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First Class Braids

4.9 (66 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

By appointment only

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Keniah T.

Have now been getting my hair braided by Mercedes for 2 years now because she continuously delivers magic every time :) I recommend

Festival braids!

I was looking for a festival style braids for the Lightning in a Bottle. Mercedes immediately respondent to me with the information on different options and scheduled a convenient time. She is super easy going and very professional. Mercedes matches my costume and nails colors and braided my hair so fast and efficient! Braids held up for 2 weeks and could go longer, they also didn't damage my hair. I was so ready for the dance floor :) Prices are very reasonable for such high quality work, and Mercedes is an amazing person! She explained everything I needed to know about the braids and also showed me around as I was new to the city. Thank you~ https://s3-media2.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/E9bKXqENoR6As5KwmM1Ejw/o.jpg

Lily B.

These braids were perfect for my festival and vacation. Mercedes was really nice and let me know all the products to buy To ensure my braids would hold up nicely. I have really curly hair and it was important to me that these braids could stand up to sweat and water, which they did! They lasted 2 weeks and I even went swimming with them twice. Only took them out because I was itchy from the sand that got in my hair. Definitely will come here for future festivals!

Beaches and box braids
Tara R.

I found First Class Braids LA online and based on the pictures I stopped searching and called the number. Mercedes called me back quickly and I scheduled my appointment. I've been going to the same hairstylist since I was in 8th grade and usually never trust anyone with my hair. This was my first time getting braids and I absolutely love them. It took a long time because I have a ton of hair but it was a lot faster than I thought. Also I shaved the left side of hair and started growing it back about 2 months ago. Mercedes was able to make that side look great. She is go friendly and professional. I get so many compliments about my hair. I will definitely be going back. If you want great looking box braids go to Mercedes!!

Two middle rows that run into the side

It was my first time doing braids to my hair & honestly I couldn't be happier on how it came out. I'm going to festival this weekend and she helped build my character to be different and unique. The amount of compliments I've received are INSANE! I don't normally post reviews but she has mad talent and dope creativity that should be noticed. Not to mention she was very gentle on my head while braiding.

Joslyn C.

Loved my hair! Stayed in perfectly and Mercedes is very sweet and kind. Would recommend for anyone going to burning man or and festivals for an easy low maintenance style!

Braids, cornrows, red, color, long length, love'em
Chyna B.

My sister referred me here to Mercedes... My first time coming and I love her already. She does emaculant work. I love neat braids and she gets the job done. She can do the feed-in and make them medium or long like I like them and they lasted over a month, if it wasn't for my newgrowth, I'd had them much longer cause the braid itself still looked good. I have already made recommendations for new clients to her... I am currently in my second appointment... Discussing new ideas for my upcoming appointments. Thanks Mercedes

Love my birthday hair this year
AJeejom O.

Can't say how much I love getting braids with Mercedes. She is lovely, friendly and very talented. I am always surprised how fast she can do my braids nice and neat. Absolutely she knows what she is doing because she is a pro. I can't wait to do more braids with her again

Jessica L.

First off let me say..... Mercedes does the BEST BRAIDS! I live in OC and drive almost an hour just to get my hair done. She's so good!!! She has mad skills and every braid is Perfect! I don't know how she does it, all she uses are her fingers, truly blessed with skills. To top it off... she's fast! Like really fast... I'm in and out the door in about an hour. Would recommend her to the world

Christine Z.

I love First Class Braids LA!! Such an easy experience through and through. You make an appt. and then Mercedes will send you all the product information for your appt. It is very easy to schedule and the duration of the appt is efficient. Mercedes is very professional and provides perfect braids. I have gotten 3 different sets from her, and I will certainly return.

christine t.

Love my cornrows! Mercedes was friendly and quick . Love the quality of her work . She was very accommodating and squeezed me in for an early morning appointment right before Burning Man. I'll definitely be back for some box braids. Her daughter Leila is a sweetheart and their dog Austin has quite the personality.

Mercedes is a PRO!! My son just got his first set of ROWs and we are more than blown away! Mercedes was fast, punctual, and made my 11 year olds experience extremely positive! Will only come back to her! Thank YOU Mercedes!

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I love getting my braids done here! I've had two styles done and both times I left the salon really happy.

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Mercedes is the best. I've done my braids twice now, and they always look so amazing. Looking forward to another braiding session :)

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Ask the Community - First Class Braids

What kind of hair extension services do you offer? How much do they cost?

How much for box braids for hair length that is down to middle of back?

Hello! Mercedes has different prices for hair lengths. I'm sure she would be happy to give you an estimate.

How much would it cost to get box braids on hair up to your lower back?

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“I discovered Mercedes on Yelp and was lucky to snag a last minute appointment for medium sized box braids.”

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