Amanda's Hairbraiding Opens in Downtown Clayton

Hair braiding is an ancient art, handed down from generation to generation in Africa. The origins of the art form can be traced back to Egypt as far as 3500 BCE. In many West African countries, hair braiding developed into complex patterns signaling one's social status, age group and village affiliation. Certain elaborate hair treatments were reserved for ceremonial occasions such as weddings.

Now, Amanda Somadjagbi has brought this stylish art to downtown Clayton with Amanda’s Hairbraiding at 316 E Main Street, above the former Main Steak Restaurant. Amanda is a professional, licensed braider with six years experience. Amanda offers 21 different types of braiding, the newest style of which is a Tree Braid. She also has a salon in Cary.

Amanda is from the West African country of Benin, which is between Ghana and Nigeria, but moved to North Carolina several years ago with her husband and son. They now reside in Clayton.

For more information, or to make an appointment, call Amanda at (919) 386-0557.