Hair Candy Beauty and Braid Studio

  • 3305 Main st
    Columbia, SC 29203 (map)
  • (803) 800-3801

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Hi, I'm Trecia. I specialize in all hair styles, such as beautiful short cuts, layered cuts, bob cuts, and more. This includes dreads, twists, quick weaves, sew-ins, invisible parts, micros, crown rows, relaxers, colors, etc, all at an affordable price.

Visit my website to view more pictures. All the styles that you see are done by me. Stop looking for cheap prices because you get what you pay for. I do promote healthy hair and can make your hair long and healthy.

My salon services are from Monday - Sunday, by appointments only! In-home services are also by request, for work-at-home moms and disabled.

Call me for your personal stylist today! I am a licensed stylist serving all Columbia area. (I provide the best cuts, curls, weaves, and natural styles in the area!)

My services include:

* African braiding micros: $140 and up
* kinky twists: $160 and up
* kids 8 and under: $90 micros or twists
* sew-ins: $95 and up without hair
* sew-ins: $200 and up with virgin Remy or Brazilian hair; ask for details
* quick weaves: $60 and up
* basic wraps: $25
* roller sets: $30
* cut and curl: $35
* relax and style: $45
* silkening natural hair: $40 and up (better than a blowout; less painful)

All other services and prices are available upon request. Call me for an appointment today! Or, book online. My service is fast and professional!

I am now giving discounts for students and military with ID.

Reviews

  • February 19, 2012

    I was looking for someone to do a sew in for my daughter. I found Hair Candy Beauty and Braid Studio via thumbtack.com. I scheduled her appointment online. We arrived on time and were taken care of in a timely manner. My daughter's hair turned out beautiful. She really loves it. I have an appointment with Trecia to get my hair done next week. I can't wait!

    Tamiko

  • January 12, 2012

    On the recommendation of a co-worker, I scheduled an appointment and recently had a sew-in completed in December by Trecia. I have received compliments on how natural it looks and that the style compliments me!! This is the first time that I have been satisfied with a sew-in and I will definitely be returning!!

    Maryjane

  • September 20, 2011

    I was referred to Letrecia by a one of my co-workers. I started going to Hair Candy Salon on July 1st. I have been going every two weeks after and I must say Trecia is SUPERIOR when it comes to my hair.!:) Trecia is a blessing in the skies. She is a very good stylist and I would recommend anyone to visit her salon. I have referred two more people to her bc they really like how she does my hair and so far their hair looks FABULOUS as well :). Trecia is also extremely reasonable with the pricing, and she gets you in and out. No other stylist I have been too tops that. She has a very sweet nature and always gives good advice when it comes to hair care. I have long hair and I have tried several different styles that she has created for me and they all came out to be BEAUTIFUL :) She has given my hair a complete makeover !:) She will continue to have me as a customer.

    Camille

  • August 28, 2011

    Moving to this area, I had to try numerous of hair stylist; none of them were able to do my hair and care for it. Trecia is a blessing! I found her website and was able to get my hair done the same day. She is courteous, professional and highly educated in hair care. She was able to provide answers to all of my questions about my hair. Not only did I get a full sew-in, but I was able to get lashes as well as for a reasonable price. Also, being in the military, I received a discount!!! Thank you Trecia for making me look FABULOUS and I will see you again in 2 weeks! God Bless you and yours!!!

    Latoshia

  • August 24, 2011

    Awesome Stylist. Always makes recommendations for your hair care and makes sure you leave happy everytime. She is definitely a person to have for your stylist. Always a pleasure to let her hook me up. Will be visiting soon. Give her a try you will leave turning heads:)

    Nikki

  • August 20, 2011

    Trecia is a lifesaver! She did an excellent job. I called her today and was able to get a beautiful sew-in TODAY! She is fast, professional,listens to her clients, and has a great personality! I will definitely be going back she is great at what she does as well as passionate about her work! Thank you so much!

    Chudney

  • July 1, 2011

    In a word-Awesome!!! Trecia is professional, on time and does a great job from a sew-in to a wash and wrap. I changed salon's about 3 months ago and I'm so glad I did!!

    Traci

  • June 11, 2011

    I had a sew in done @ hair candy and I must say Trecia is amazing. She is quick and it was painless, my last sew in hurt for weeks and she is very gentle and gets the job done the way you want it the first time. I will definitely be going back to her. It is hard to find someone that is this good and personable all at the same time. My hair is amazing and I get compliments everywhere :-)

    Jackie

  • May 20, 2011

    Trecia has been the only person that has ever been able to satisfy the MOST difficult person to please...My mother! My sister and I purchased a gift certificate for mothers day from Hair Candy for my mom to get a full wig sew in. Not only was she able to satisfy my mother and her extreme picky-ness about her hair, she went above and beyond and her hair turned out FABULOUS! Trecia is punctual, fast, and listens to the clients needs and desires! The private room is also a HUGE plus for people that are self-conscious about their hair. I would reccommend Trecia to any of my friends or family members young or old. She is versatile and I truly believe there is NOTHING that she can't do!

    Candace

  • May 17, 2011

    I am so pleased with Trecia's work! I went to Hair Candy for a full head sew in because I put a texturizer on my hair and messed it up. She fixed me right up! She was really nice and she had me in and out. My hair looks great and I get a lot of compliments. I will be returning for more weaves and natural styles. Thanks a bunch Trecia!!!

    Chelsea

  • May 8, 2011

    I got a sew-in from a different place and it was not what I wanted at all. I typed "who does the best sew-ins in Columbia" and "Hair Candy" came up. I called made an appointment and when I got there at my appointment time she started. She made me feel comfortable and I told her what I wanted and she knew exactly what I was talking about. My hair looked beautiful, I felt beautiful, and I WILL be returning. I got so many compliments THANK YOU!

    Sierra

  • April 25, 2011

    Trecia does a wonderful job. I had a bad experience with my previous hair sylist but coming to Trecia I'm happy and have no complaints.

    Tanisha

  • April 21, 2011

    I got my first sew-in today and I must say that not only was I pleased, my husband and 7 year old twins fell in love with my new style instantly. My twins actually got down on one knee and kissed my hand(too funny). I was in and out and the new environment was so peaceful and private. Trecia is a very patient person and very knowledgeable about styling and the health of the hair. I finally found a stylist that is reasonable with prices AND pleases me.

    April

  • March 19, 2011

    I definitely recommend Trecia for all your hair care needs. I'm a local R&B/Soul/Jazz singer so I'm constantly in the " light " doing shows, photo shoots, etc. Trecia's styles give me confidence to show up and SHOW OUT! She is quick, professional, informed, and talented! I'm very pleased and eager to get back in her styling chair!

    Jo'Davia

  • March 7, 2011

    Trecia is great! Pleasant and quick - I hate getting my hair done just because of the time it takes, but Trecia literally has you "in and out" !

    Paula

  • January 1, 2011

    I went to Trecia to get my hair done before the christmas holiday and i loved it. She was fast and the prices were not expensive. I will be making this the new place i get my hair done.

    Bonita

  • November 26, 2010

    TRECIA...just finished my hair, kinky twists, she was fast and my hair looks fabulous.....she came in on short notice and hooked a sista up!!!!

    Thanks girl
    Sharma

    Sharma

  • November 10, 2010

    Trecia is FANTASTIC!! she is fast, neat, and very gentle. I went in this morning at 9 and was done by 4 with a pit stop to the hair store. I will be making her my regular stylist. Thanks so much see after I take out the micro mini's

    Shavon

  • August 13, 2010

    Trecia did a great job on my hair. She did my first sew-in and I love it. I will make sure that she does my hair for now on. Thanks Trecia.
    Lenora

    Lenora

  • August 3, 2010

    I LOVED Trecias work. It far exceeded any expectations i had considering i had never tried an invisible part before. I loved the outcome and her prices are very resonable. She is very personable and i enjoyed the expereience THANKS TRECIA--COURTNEY

    Courtney

  • July 30, 2010

    Trecia does a fantastic job. I first tried a sew-in and was very satisfied with her work. She's passionate about doing her and strives to make sure you are satisfied before you leave. I have just visited for a quick weave and was very satisfied with the results. She will travel to you or you could visit her and you will leave turning heads each time. She's awesome you should definitely give her a try and you will definitely be a repeated customer.

    Nikki

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Question and answer

Q. Describe the most common types of jobs you do for your clients.

A. Sew-Ins are most common because that's the trend this year.

Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A. I'm always on time, listen to all your needs and wants and will have you satisfied at the end of the day. I'll give you exactly what you want to make sure you will be a repeat customer.

Q. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?

A. if i were a customer i probably wish i knew how to keep my hair healthy. My inside secret is to keep the chemicals out of it and use natural products for healthy hair growth.

Q. What important information should buyers have thought through before seeking you out?

A. They need to know what condition their hair is in, what type of style their looking for, if they are willing to try a new look and how much they are willing to pay.

Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?

A. My work stands out because I make sure it's pleasing to the eye and every stray hair is in place before my client walks out of the door. Everyone leaves looking beautiful and more confident about themselves and are guaranteed a compliment!

Q. What do you like most about your job?

A. Being able to help my clients choose a style that looks best on them. I like to help build up a persons self esteem and just make them feel good about themselves. I just love doing hair period.

Q. What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A. What do i like to do the most. I always say Sew-Ins and Micros. But i can do everything.

Q. What do you wish customers knew about you or your profession?

A. That this is my life and my passion. There is nothing else i would rather be doing.

Q. How did you decide to get in your line of work?

A. I did it all my life it's a gift so i use my god given talent..

Q. Tell us about a recent job you did that you are particularly proud of.

A. A short quickweave into a mo hawk with a blue streak in the front it was beautiful.

Q. Do you do any sort of continuing education to stay up on the latest developments in your field?

A. Sometimes i take cutting classes or order the latest cd's on the latest styles that are coming out.

Q. What are the latest developments in your field? Are there any exciting things coming in the next few years or decade that will change your line of business?

A. The latest developments in my field are sew-ins, blow outs, natural hair and colors. What i see changing is the way clients make appointments because now they can make them online instead of calling.

Q. If you were advising someone who wanted to get into your profession, what would you suggest?

A. Make sure you research the ins and out of booth renting or owning your own salon. Pay close attention in school and don't let anyone steer you away from your vision because you can easily get side tracked.

Q. Write your own question and answer it.

A. Does being a hairstylist require a lot of time? Yes it does, sometimes i work later than i should most time from morning til late night.

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