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Best Hair Braiders in Ibadan — 2026 Rankings

Looking for the best hair braiders in Ibadan? We've ranked the top 10 hair braiders in Ibadan, Oyo State, based on Google ratings, customer reviews, photos, profile completeness, and our proprietary ranking algorithm.

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  • Editor's Selection#1 in the city
    1
    EMMATEE HAIR CLINIC — photo

    EMMATEE HAIR CLINIC

    80.5/ 100
    4.94.9 out of 5 stars165 reviews

    Plot 101 Ashi Rd, opposite Bodija Ashi Baptist College, Ibadan 200132, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Specializes in natural hair care with over 15 years of experience and multi-generational clientele.

    • natural hair care
    • warm service
    • knowledgeable staff
    • multi-generational
    • comfortable environment
    Why ranked #1? ▾
    • Google rating94
    • Review volume74
    • Review recency58
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment93
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • boluwatife K. ★★★★★ I had my hair washed and treated at Emmatee Hair Clinic today. The service was warm and fast and they paid beautiful care and attention to my hair. I 100% recommend this natural hair salon
    • Temi O. ★★★★★ I've known EmmaTee for over 15years. Her work is amazing with massive tremendous growth over the years. She has beautifully managed my hair, my sister's, mum and now my daughter's hair. She is great a
  • 2
    Snowworld (Natural Hair Salon in Ibadan) — photo

    Snowworld (Natural Hair Salon in Ibadan)

    79.0/ 100
    4.94.9 out of 5 stars56 reviews

    AP filling station Ashi Juction, AP filling Station, Ashi Rd, Ibadan 200132, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for gentle detangling and patient handling of natural hair.

    • gentle with natural hair
    • skilled stylist
    • great customer service
    • improved hair texture
    • patient detangling
    Why ranked #2? ▾
    • Google rating94
    • Review volume59
    • Review recency70
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment100
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Blessing O. ★★★★★ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing service! Snowworld is the absolute best. I will recommend the saloon any day. The stylist is very skilled, gentle with natural hair and always gives helpful tips on how to maintain your
    • Debola I. ★★★★★ Satisfactory experience. I am pleased with the improvement in my hair texture and volume since I commenced hair treatment at Snowworld
  • 3
    Our salon by maridan — photo

    Our salon by maridan

    78.5/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars121 reviews

    Eleyele- Ologuneru Rd, Jericho, Ibadan 200284, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Ultra-modern equipment and architectural design set this salon apart.

    • top-notch service
    • modern equipment
    • affordable pricing
    • skilled barber
    • great atmosphere
    Why ranked #3? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume70
    • Review recency69
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment100
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • David P. ★★★★★ It actually nice and cool😉🔥… i wasn’t expecting what i got. I will rate them 10/10
    • Josiah A. ★★★★★ The attention to detail is top-notch. Every inch, every touch, every cut, it's 🔥 I can't help having my hair styled at least twice a month. Our Salon at Maridan’s stylist is so good. I'll start brin
  • 4
    Fro Quantum Organics Hub — photo

    Fro Quantum Organics Hub

    75.7/ 100
    4.94.9 out of 5 stars77 reviews

    28 Eleyele- Ologuneru Rd, opposite Kappan filling station, Eleyele, Ibadan 200129, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Specializes in natural hair care including locs and dandruff treatment with organic products.

    • natural hair
    • great service
    • organic products
    • dandruff treatment
    • customer service
    • recommended
    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating94
    • Review volume63
    • Review recency40
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment95
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Boluwatife A. ★★★★★ I was going to be in Nigeria for a while and my friend who had also come to visit in Ibadan recommended this place. The service was great and smooth. I highly recommend them
    • Lady Q. ★★★★★ This is the second natural hair salon I'll be patronising in Ibadan. I started chatting them on WhatsApp to make enquiries, etc. They answered all my questions without making me feel I was asking too
  • 5
    HAIRCRAFT360 LOCTICIAN IN IBADAN — photo

    HAIRCRAFT360 LOCTICIAN IN IBADAN

    74.1/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars41 reviews

    N5, 64B Basorun Rd, beside OLAREM filling station, Ibadan 200258, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Expert in starter locs for thick hair with flawless grid and tension.

    • starter locs
    • expertise
    • clean shop
    • customized service
    • hair products
    • welcoming
    Why ranked #5? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume54
    • Review recency68
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment95
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Wardah A. ★★★★★ 10/10 experience! I am obsessed with my new starter locs. My hair is quite thick, and they handled it with so much expertise. The installation is flawless, The grid is perfect, the tension is just rig
    • Joy A. ★★★★★ Been using HairCraft 360 Service for 3 years and I can boldly say he knows what he's doing. His services are customized to suit every customer. He knows what method suits your locs and gives solid recommendations
  • 6
    Luwa Hair & Fittings | Best Hair Stylist in Ibadan — photo

    Luwa Hair & Fittings | Best Hair Stylist in Ibadan

    71.5/ 100
    4.94.9 out of 5 stars18 reviews

    11 Lala Ave, Bodija Estate, Ibadan 200258, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Specializes in glueless wigging and natural hair revamping with a peaceful, comfortable salon ambience.

    • glueless wigging
    • natural hair
    • professional staff
    • comfortable chairs
    • peaceful ambience
    • compliments
    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating94
    • Review volume43
    • Review recency67
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment100
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Olusho O. ★★★★★ I love the hair they made for my girlfriend. The environment was neat and the staffs were professional. My babe is now a regular customer. Thanks for your service.
    • Ayotomiwa I. ★★★★★ I brought my wigs for styling and glueless wigging and the hair came out nice and perfect. I loveeet and I also received many compliments. Their salon has a nice ambience and they are so professional
  • 7
    DREAD-IT Unisex Salon — photo

    DREAD-IT Unisex Salon

    70.6/ 100
    4.94.9 out of 5 stars80 reviews

    Shop 7, Vita foam building, Iwo Rd, beside Toun Hospital, Egbeda, Ibadan 200113, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known as 'Dreads Messiah' for exceptional dreadlock expertise in Ibadan.

    • reliable loctician
    • friendly demeanor
    • professional
    • customer-friendly
    • quality hairlocking
    • homely vibe
    Why ranked #7? ▾
    • Google rating94
    • Review volume64
    • Review recency26
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment95
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Olumayowa O. ★★★★★ I am determined to get my hair locked and knew I needed to find the best service in Nigeria, particularly in Ibadan. After researching online, I discovered Dread-It. His service is exceptional, incredibly customer-friendly, and he's good at his craft. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality hairlocking.
    • Kehinde O. ★★★★★ After weeks of searching for a reliable dreadloc expert/loctician in Ibadan, I finally found DreadIt, and he surpassed all my expectations. His friendly yet professional demeanor immediately put me at
  • 8
    La'Hairmpress (Natural Hair Salon) — photo

    La'Hairmpress (Natural Hair Salon)

    69.2/ 100
    4.84.8 out of 5 stars17 reviews

    Block F9, Arisekola Albarka complex, shop 198 close to bodija, Bodija, ojurin, Ibadan 200005, Oyo, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for gentle handling of natural hair, especially 4C and locs, with excellent customer service.

    • gentle handling
    • natural hair
    • 4c hair
    • locs
    • customer service
    • repeat clients
    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating93
    • Review volume42
    • Review recency58
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment95
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Lady Q. ★★★★★ This is the first natural hair salon I'll be patronising in Ibadan. From the detangling process, I already knew my natural hair was in safe hands. Usually, my natural hair pains me, even when I'm the
    • Anthony O. ★★★★★ Skills: 100/10! Customer Service: 100000/10! As a male with natural hair, visiting salons isn’t an activity I enjoy because hairdressers would either overcharge you for being male or ask ridiculous
  • 9
    Ibadan braider by ab_hairplace — photo

    Ibadan braider by ab_hairplace

    63.2/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars25 reviews

    Priceless Plaza, Kuola - Aba Paanu Rd, Ibadan 200131, Oyo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #9? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume47
    • Review recency5
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Adeoluwa A. ★★★★★ I have had my hair done by the brand over the time accompanied with several appraisal of how lovely they come. I recommend you use this brand anytime you are in Ibadan. 100% money back guarantee
    • Damilola S. ★★★★★ I love their service she is a calm person and good with customer anytime I went to do my hair there if I am not happy before getting there if I get there I always fill with joy and her hand on my hair is always the best for me I really love her service 😘😘😘😘😘😘
  • 10
    Marypeppy Hair Clinic — photo

    Marypeppy Hair Clinic

    59.0/ 100
    4.84.8 out of 5 stars21 reviews

    Odo Ona, Emmanuel's Lodge, Oke Ayo road, Odo onaIbadan, Ibadan 200262, Oyo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #10? ▾
    • Google rating93
    • Review volume45
    • Review recency9
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Ogungbenjo M. ★★★★★ Marypeppy Hair Clinic is the best, in less than one year my hair growth and strength were times two of what it was before. Try Marypeppy Hair Clinic you will never regret I recommend them anywhere in the world.
    • Michelle O. ★★★★ The loctician is so kind and considerate. Her locs are great for tender-headed people. She's so gentle, dedicated and let's you take your time to rest between breaks. Always asks for permission to do things. Really optimistic.The locs turn out amazing and I'm sure her other services are great too. Kudos to her and her brand. Keep on growing Marypeppy!

Frequently asked questions

What is the highest-rated hair braiders in Ibadan?

EMMATEE HAIR CLINIC is currently ranked #1 with 4.9 stars from 165 Google reviews.

How many hair braiders are in Ibadan?

We currently track 10 hair braiders in Ibadan, Oyo State.

How are these hair braiders ranked?

Our composite score combines Google rating (40%), review volume (25%), review recency (15%), profile completeness (10%), verification (5%), and paid placement (5%).

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