Zen Salon & Studio

Today, Addisen chose medium knotless braids, and we are so impressed! Not only did she leave looking beautiful, but her entire service was completed in just 2 hours and 15 minutes. 👏🏾
A special shout-out to Haleb for taking such great care of her hair and providing such a positive experience. We love celebrating talented beauty professionals in our community and supporting one another. Be sure to give Haleb Getachew a follow and show her some love!
Braids are more than just a style—they can be an important part of a healthy hair journey when done correctly. If your goal is to retain length and maintain healthy hair, preparation and aftercare matter.
Before Your Braid Appointment: • Arrive with clean hair and scalp (unless your braider requests otherwise)
• Deep condition your hair to restore moisture
• Detangle thoroughly
• Trim your ends if needed—healthy ends are key to healthy hair growth
• Communicate any scalp sensitivities or concerns with your braider
After Your Braid Appointment: • Keep your scalp clean and moisturized
• Protect your braids at night with a satin bonnet or scarf
• Avoid excessive tension when styling
• Don't keep your braids in too long—protective styles should protect, not damage
• Continue moisturizing your natural hair while it's braided
Remember: A protective style is only protective when the hair underneath is healthy and cared for. Healthy hair starts before the braids are installed and continues long after you leave the chair.
Addisen is definitely summer-ready, and these medium knotless braids are absolutely gorgeous!

Today in Beyond Beauty at Culler Middle School, we explored what self-care truly means.

Our conversation began with the daily routines that help us care for ourselves—brushing our teeth, washing our faces, drinking water, exercising, praying, reading our Bibles, and being mindful of what we put into our bodies. It was inspiring to hear these young ladies share the healthy habits that are already important to them.

We also talked about something just as important as physical self-care: communication.

Through games, reflection, and meaningful discussion, we explored the importance of using our voices—not only to share when something is wrong, but also to celebrate the good things happening in our lives. We discussed how advocating for ourselves respectfully is a powerful form of self-care.

To bring these lessons to life, each student created a "Fill Your Cup" mason jar. Inside, they placed affirmations, encouraging reminders, favorite activities, and things that bring them joy. On the outside, using dry-erase markers, they wrote down feelings and situations that make them feel sad, discouraged, angry, or hurt—reminders that some challenges can be worked through, communicated, and even wiped away.

Our hope is that these jars serve as a reminder that they have a voice, their feelings matter, and they are never alone.

As this was our final Beyond Beauty session of the summer, there were definitely mixed emotions. The girls shared that they were sad it was our last meeting before school starts again, but they were equally excited knowing we will be back together in the fall. Hearing that reminded us just how meaningful these moments and relationships have become. We are incredibly grateful for the trust, connections, and memories we have built together, and we look forward to continuing this journey in the new school year.

True beauty is beyond the surface.

A special thank you to the Malone Community Learning Center and our partnership with Culler Middle School for welcoming us into your space and allowing us to invest in and spend meaningful time with these incredible young people. We are grateful for the opportunity to pour into the next generation.

One of the things I love most about Zen Salon & Studio is watching people use their gifts to help others grow.

A special thank you to Jackie for her creativity, marketing skills, and willingness to help tell the stories behind our brand. Her fresh ideas, attention to detail, and passion for connecting with people help bring so much life to what we do here at Zen.

Did you know we also have a boutique inside the salon?

Our boutique is more than retail. It's an opportunity to support small businesses, local makers, and entrepreneurs by introducing their products to our clients and community. We believe that when one small business grows, we all grow.

From self-care essentials to unique gifts and specialty products, we're proud to create space for businesses to be seen, supported, and discovered by an audience they may not have reached otherwise.

Thank you for supporting Zen, our team, and the incredible small businesses we are honored to showcase.

The Zen Experience is about more than beauty—it's about community.

Curly Cut + Style Transformation

Every curl tells a story—and today was all about learning how to help those curls thrive.

We spent time talking about: Different curl patterns and how they work together, Creating strategic layers for shape, movement, and volume. Product knowledge—what to use, when to use it, and why Building a simple routine that supports healthy, defined curls between salon visits

One of the biggest misconceptions about curly hair is that more hair equals more volume. In reality, the right shape and layering can completely transform how curls sit, move, and expand.

The goal isn't to make your curls look like someone else's—it's to understand and celebrate the unique pattern you already have.

Healthy curls start with education, the right products, and a routine designed specifically for you.



Thinking about a curly cut but not sure where to start? Let's create a curl routine that works for your lifestyle and your texture. Book your curl consultation today.