The Hair Bawse

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Des Moines’ only luxury natural hair salon
✨ I’m Shanelle, Licensed Cosmetologist + Certified Trichologist, helping women, especially postpartum moms, restore their hair with science-based care + my upcoming Postpartum Hair Recovery Guide.

02/17/2026

Healthy hair is not product-dependent. It is routine-dependent.

If your hair is only being shampooed when you come to the salon, that is not enough exposure to water to maintain hydration.

Moisture starts with water.
Water requires access.
Access requires consistent cleansing.

I can treat your hair in the salon.
But what you do between appointments determines your results.

Healthy hair is a collaboration.
I bring the science and the strategy.
You bring the consistency.

Be honest, how often are you actually shampooing at home?

02/13/2026

I’m honored to be part of the newest cohort of the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business program.

There’s something powerful about being in rooms designed to help Black women build stronger, smarter, and more sustainable businesses. Grateful and ready for what’s ahead.

Photos from Sesame Street's post 02/10/2026

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10/15/2025

Please read our latest salon newsletter!! It has some important updates for next month!!💜

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09/29/2025

Every mama’s postpartum hair journey is unique, but here’s what typically happens month by month:
👶🏽 0–3 Months: Survival Mode → Gentle, simple care only
🍼 4–6 Months: Shedding Starts → Stay consistent + be kind to yourself
🌱 7–9 Months: Regrowth → Rebuild strength + protect gently
👑 10–12+ Months: Stabilizing → Check labs if shedding continues

💜 Your crown will recover give yourself grace while it does.

09/24/2025

The truth might hurt… but mama, your $20 oil isn’t bringing your edges back. 😳

Oils do NOT grow hair — they simply coat the scalp and can even block real growth when overused.

If you want postpartum shedding to slow down and regrowth to happen, you need to focus on:
✨ Scalp health
✨ Proper nutrients
✨ A consistent, science-backed routine

This is exactly what I break down in my Postpartum Hair Recovery Guide. COMING SOON…

👑 Drop a 💜 in the comments if you’re ready to stop wasting money and start seeing real results!

09/23/2025

Your hair isn’t just falling out for no reason after having a baby, there’s real science behind it. 👶🏾💜

During pregnancy, high estrogen levels keep your hair in the growth phase, which is why it feels so thick and full.
But after birth, estrogen drops suddenly, and all those extra hairs move into the shedding phase at the same time. 🫗

The good news?
Postpartum shedding is completely normal AND temporary.
But the way you care for your scalp now will affect how quickly your hair bounces back. ✨

Save this post for when you need the reminder + tag a mama who’s in the middle of shedding season 👑

09/20/2025

Postpartum shedding isn’t just hormones, mama. 👀

Your body has been through A LOT and it might be missing key nutrients that affect your hair, energy, and mood.

If you’re noticing:
💜 Excess shedding
💜 Tangled, dry hair
💜 Fatigue or brain fog
💜 Mood swings
…it could be more than just postpartum hormones.

Iron, Vitamin D, Calcium, B Vitamins, and Omega-3s are essential for your recovery and hair regrowth. ✨

Save this post so you don’t forget and follow The Hair Bawse for science-backed postpartum hair care tips you can trust.

09/19/2025

Struggling with postpartum shedding or thinning edges? Here’s what you need to know, mama. 👑

Your shedding isn’t forever — but what you do right now matters! It can make a HUGE difference in how quickly your hair recovers. 💜

❌ Myth 1: Oils will magically regrow postpartum hair
❌ Myth 2: Washing causes more shedding
❌ Myth 3: There’s nothing you can do but wait it out

✨ The Truth:
Postpartum hair loss is temporary, BUT without the right scalp care routine, you risk long-term thinning — especially around your edges.
With science-backed postpartum care, you can protect your scalp, regrow your hair, and get your confidence back.

💾 Save this post + tag a mama who needs the truth!
💬 Comment 💜 if you’ve experienced postpartum shedding.

09/17/2025

Hi, I’m Shanelle, licensed cosmetologist certified trichologist,l, and mama of two 💜.
Postpartum hair loss isn’t “just something you have to deal with.”

Here’s what most people don’t tell you:
Your shedding, dryness, and tangles have real, scientific causes.
With the right care, your hair CAN recover beautifully.

I’ve helped dozens of women heal their hair from the inside out, and now, as a postpartum mom myself, I’m sharing my exact blueprint with YOU.

Follow along for tips, truth, and strategies to love your postpartum hair again.
👑 Comment “HAIR BAWSE” if you’re ready to take your postpartum hair back!

Photos from The Hair Bawse's post 09/11/2025

Postpartum hair shedding is normal… but there are a few things that can make it way worse. 👀 Swipe to see if you’re guilty of any of them.

08/28/2025
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7300 Westown Pkwy Suite 250/Studio 254
West Des Moines, IA
50266

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm