At The Refinery Hair Lounge in Middletown, Kentucky, we specialize in the art and science of textured hair care. Whether you’re maintaining your locs, starting a new loc journey, or seeking expert braiding and protective styling, our salon offers comprehensive services for all curl patterns and hair textures.
Our loc maintenance services include professional retwists, loc repair, styling, and ongoing care to keep your locs healthy and beautiful. We work with all stages of the loc journey—from starter locs to mature, well-established locs—using techniques that promote strong, healthy growth while maintaining the integrity of your hair.
Beyond loc services, we offer expert braiding and protective styling options including box braids, cornrows, and custom protective styles tailored to your lifestyle and hair goals. Our curly hair expertise extends to precision curly cuts designed to enhance your natural texture, as well as treatments and styling that celebrate the unique beauty of textured hair.
We understand that every texture is different, which is why we take a personalized approach to each client. From type 3 waves to type 4 coils, from loose curls to tight kinks, all textures are welcome and celebrated at our salon. Our services are designed to work with your hair’s natural pattern, not against it.
Conveniently located in Middletown, we proudly serve clients from Louisville, Prospect, Norton Commons, La Grange, and throughout the surrounding communities. Whether you’re looking for regular maintenance, a special occasion style, or a complete hair transformation, we’re here to help you achieve your textured hair goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
We provide comprehensive loc care including retwists, loc styling, loc repair, maintenance, and consultations for those considering starting their loc journey. Whether you have mature locs or are just beginning, we have the expertise to help.
The frequency of retwists depends on your hair type, loc maturity, and personal preference. Most clients schedule retwists every 4-8 weeks. During your consultation, we'll recommend a maintenance schedule that keeps your locs looking their best without over-manipulating your hair.
Yes, we offer starter loc services using various methods to begin your loc journey. During a consultation, we'll discuss the best starting technique for your hair type, texture, and desired loc size to set you up for long-term success.
We offer a variety of protective styling options including box braids, cornrows, feed-in braids, knotless braids, and custom protective styles. Each style is customized to your hair texture, length, and lifestyle needs.
Absolutely! We specialize in all curl patterns and hair textures, from loose waves to tight coils. Our stylists are trained in techniques specifically designed for textured hair, ensuring your natural beauty is enhanced and celebrated.
Appointment length varies based on the service. Loc retwists typically take 1.5-3 hours, while protective styling like braiding can take 3-6 hours depending on the style complexity. We'll provide an estimated timeframe when you book.
Yes, we highly recommend consultations, especially if you're starting locs, trying a new protective style, or visiting us for the first time. Consultations allow us to assess your hair, discuss your goals, and create a customized plan for your texture.
Our Textured Hair & Locs Specialists
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