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Knotless Braids
$160mid back
Flat at the root and light from day one. Waist and butt length from $180.
Open 7 days, 8am–7pm · Cincinnati, OH
Sonia African Hair Braiding
Knotless, boho knotless, box braids, Senegalese twists, ponytails, men's and kids' braids. Fast, neat, and never too tight, with same-day spots often available.
Open 7 days a weekSame-day spots often availableKids, women & men
Our featured style
Boho Knotless Braids, Mid Back
Soft curly pieces · light and full of movement$200
26Braiding services
7 daysOpen every day
8am–7pmOpening hours
$65Styles start from
Most requested
Featured styles
The styles our clients book the most. Pick one and save your spot.
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Medium Box Braids
$160mid back
Classic box braids with clean, even parts. Waist length is $180.
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Senegalese Twists
$180mid back
Sleek rope twists that stay neat for weeks. Waist length is $200.
Services & prices
Pick your style
Tap a style family to see every service and price by length. Mid back, waist, and butt length are listed so you know your price before you come in.
Box Braids
Classic box braids at mid back or waist length.
- 01Medium Box Braids (Mid Back)$160
- 02Small Box Braids$180
- 03Medium Box Braids (Waist)$180
- 04Small Box Braids (Waist)$200
- 05Cornrow Box Braids$180
Knotless Braids
Flat at the root for a light, natural look.
- 06Knotless Braids (Mid Back)$160
- 07Medium Knotless (Waist)$180
- 08Small Knotless (Waist)$200
- 09Medium Knotless (Butt Length)$200
Boho Knotless
Knotless braids with soft curly pieces.
- 10Boho Knotless (Mid Back)$200
- 11Small Medium Boho Knotless (Mid Back)$220
- 12Medium Boho Knotless (Waist)$220
- 13Small Boho Knotless (Waist)$240
- 14Medium Boho Knotless (Butt Length)$240
- 15Mid Back Boho Knotless$220
- 16Waist Boho KnotlessCallfor price
Senegalese Twists
Sleek rope twists at mid back or waist length.
- 17Senegalese Twist (Mid Back)$180
- 18Senegalese Twist (Waist)$200
Ponytails
Braided ponytails, mid back or waist.
- 19Ponytail (Mid Back)$150
- 20Ponytail (Waist)$200
Men's
Retwists, twists, and braids for men.
- 21Men's Braids$65
- 22Men's Retwist$80
- 23Men's Twist$80
Weave, Kids & Micro
More services from our chairs.
- 24Weave$120
- 25Kids Braids$140
- 26Micro Braids$200
Good to know
Prices are listed by length: mid back, waist, and butt length. Ask about braiding hair when you book, and call (513) 904-1334 for the Waist Boho Knotless price.
Our work
Fresh from our chairs
Real styles done at Sonia African Hair Braiding in Cincinnati. Tap a video to turn the sound on.
Client love
What our clients say
Real Google reviews from Sonia's clients across Cincinnati and beyond.
★★★★★
"Sonia did a great job. I am a few days from giving birth and she got me in within an hour. Small knotless braids in less than 5 hours. She let me take breaks and made sure I was okay throughout."
MMarina J.Google review
★★★★★
"She's great!! Price is nice and it did not take all day. I will definitely go back to her."
PPenny W.Google review
★★★★★
"They did an amazing job on my hair and are so friendly. I will definitely be back again."
KKhierra H.Google review
★★★★★
"She got me in the same day. She was very quick and neat with her braids. I will be returning soon!"
BBetina A.Google review
★★★★★
"I love my hair, thank you! A little under 5 hours, very friendly, and she did an amazing job. I always go to her anytime I need my hair done."
MMo J.Google review
★★★★★
"I had a wonderful experience and I will definitely be returning. My family members want to go to her now too because she did such a great job."
PParish M.Google review
★★★★★
"Sonia is amazing. She came up with a wonderful cornrow design and finished within 45 minutes. Wonderful atmosphere and very caring, will be back!"
RRayneGoogle review
★★★★★
"These ladies saved my LIFE! My appointment elsewhere got cancelled an hour before, and they fit me in within an hour. Hair came out beautiful. My new go-to for braids!"
JJazmine I.Google review
★★★★★
"Extremely polite. They did a great job. Great music was playing the whole time, and they were extremely gentle with me."
TTammy B.Google review
★★★★★
"I had a wonderful experience getting my box braids done. Sonia started right away and finished quick. Very friendly and professional, and prices are reasonable!"
SShauntia P.Google review
★★★★★
"Me and my twin girls get our hair braided by Sonia! It's always a great experience, and our braids always turn out beautiful!"
MMonique K.Google review
★★★★★
"Sonia is very pleasant and fast. She did my micros the next day in less than 4 hours! I will be back!"
TThe Unicorn of HumansGoogle review
★★★★★
"Sonia got me an appointment with less than 24 hours notice. Her work was clean and the braids were even and organized. She was sweet!"
RRaishel F.Google review
★★★★★
"Sonia is an amazing braider. She did not pull my hair too tight. Came all the way from Columbus, OH. Will definitely keep going back to her!!"
LLinda L.Google review
★★★★★
"Awesome hair braider 🌟 I called at the last minute and got an appointment for my daughter the following day."
PPorshay T.Google review
★★★★★
"Sonia and her ladies made sure to do my style EXACTLY like I wanted it! I have found my forever braider. Such amazing work and positive environment ❤️"
AAgol S.Google review
★★★★★
"She got me in last minute, super professional, great prices, and she braided so fast I was very impressed. I will be returning and telling my friends!"
AAmber P.Google review
★★★★★
"She is bomb! I made a same day appointment and she got me in within an hour. Cornrows straight back. A happy customer indeed! ❤"
AAyanna R.Google review
★★★★★
"For anyone looking for fast and perfectly executed braiding done by a PROFESSIONAL, there's no other place. My braids got so many compliments."
OOkala E.Google review
★★★★★
"I love Sonia's professional workmanship. She is very dependable and charismatic. I recommend her for your hair braiding services."
LLaQuetha C.Google review
★★★★★
"Didn't take long at all! I called and she said I can come in 1 hour. Got there at 9:30am and was done by 2:30pm. I LOVE IT."
GGermya M.Google review
★★★★★
"Loved my hair. I needed someone right away and she was there for me. Great service and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend!"
RRicky L.Google review
Good to know
Questions and answers
Tap any Book Now button on this page and fill out the short form, or book a time on our appointment page. You can also call (513) 904-1334.
Often, yes. Many clients get in the same day or within the hour. Call (513) 904-1334 and we will check today's openings.
We are open 7 days a week, Monday through Sunday, from 8am to 7pm.
It depends on the style and length. Many of our clients are done in under 5 hours, and cornrows can be much faster.
No. Clients tell us we braid neat and gentle, without pulling too tight. Let us know right away if anything feels uncomfortable.
Yes. Kids braids start at $140, and moms often bring their daughters, even twins, to get braided together.
Yes. Men's braids start at $65, and men's retwists and twists are $80.
Ask us when you book. We will tell you how much hair your style needs and whether to bring your own.
Mid back reaches the middle of your back, waist reaches your waist, and butt length goes past it. Longer styles take more time and hair.
We are at 10970 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231. Tap Get Directions to open the map on your phone.
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Book your next look
We are open 7 days a week, 8am to 7pm. Book online, pick a time on our appointment page, or give us a call.
Opening Hours
Checking hours- Monday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM