Strand and Lock
Client with defined curls after a curly cut at Strand and Lock in Digbeth

Curly hair specialists

Your First Curly Hair Appointment in Birmingham

Looking for a curly hair cut that works with your natural texture? Strand & Lock offers curly hairdressing for waves, curls and coils on Gibb Street in Digbeth, Birmingham. We start by discussing the shape you want and how you style your hair at home, then plan your cut, colour or treatment around your texture.

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In short

Strand & Lock is a curly hair salon at Unit 12 & 13 Gibb Street, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4DJ, opposite The Custard Factory. We specialise in curly hairdressing for curls, coils and waves: a dry curly hair cut, colour work on textured hair, and restorative treatments. Open Tuesday to Sunday, and all hair types are welcome.

Why curly hair needs a specialist

Curly, coily and wavy hair behaves differently to straight hair. Unruly curls can reflect cut, condition, products or routine; discuss what is happening with your stylist. Curl pattern, porosity and shrinkage all change how a cut sits and how colour reads once the hair dries. A stylist who works on textured hair daily can predict that before the first section is taken.

Our team looks at your hair in its natural state first, talks through how you wear it day to day, and shapes it so it grows out well rather than losing definition after a fortnight.

Curly hair services at our Digbeth salon

Every appointment starts with a consultation so the service matches your hair, not a template.

  • Curly cutting and shaping for loose waves through to tight coils
  • Colour on textured hair, including balayage, highlights and full colour
  • Hair treatments to restore moisture, strength and shine
  • Bridal and occasion styling that keeps your natural texture

Serving Digbeth and the wider Birmingham community

We are a short walk from Birmingham New Street, Moor Street and Digbeth coach station, so clients travel to us from Deritend, Highgate, Bordesley, the Jewellery Quarter, Moseley, Kings Heath, Selly Oak, Handsworth, Erdington, Edgbaston and Solihull.

If you have been searching for a curly hair salon near you in Birmingham and not found a team confident with your texture, this is the place to start.

What happens at your first curly appointment

Contact the salon before your first visit for preparation instructions for the service you choose. Tell us how you normally wear your hair and what you want to change.

  • Dry consultation: curl pattern, porosity, density, shrinkage and how you style at home
  • Dry cutting curl by curl, so length and shape are judged where they will actually fall
  • Cleansing and a treatment or colour if booked, chosen for your hair's condition
  • Styling with product placement and technique shown to you step by step
  • A simple routine to take home, with realistic timings for wash day

Curl types we work with every day

Loose waves, ringlets, tight coils and afro-textured hair can each have different cutting and care needs. Tell us about transitioning hair and previous heat or chemical treatments. Ask about specialist services before booking rather than assuming every technique is available.

If your hair has been cut flat, over-layered or coloured without bond protection, we will be honest about how many visits it takes to bring the shape and condition back.

A salon that welcomes everyone

Strand & Lock is an inclusive space. Whatever your hair type, gender, background or lifestyle, you will be looked after by a team that treats your hair as its own thing rather than a category to fit into.

What clients say

4.9774 Google reviews
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“Finally a salon that understands curls. My hair has never felt healthier and the cut grew out beautifully.”
Amara O. · Curls, Coils & Waves
“The team took so much care with my colour. Warm, welcoming space and the result was exactly what I asked for.”
Jess T. · Colour Services
“Booked in for a builder gel manicure and I'm obsessed. Strong nails, immaculate finish, lovely people.”
Priya S. · Builder Gel & Manicure
“Did my wedding hair and it held all day and night. I felt so calm and looked after in the run up.”
Chloe M. · Wedding Hair

More client feedback on our reviews page.

Frequently asked questions

Where is your curly hair salon in Birmingham?
Unit 12 & 13, Gibb Street, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4DJ, opposite The Custard Factory reception in Digbeth, a short walk from Birmingham city centre.
Do you cut all curl types and textures?
Yes. Our stylists work across loose waves, ringlets, coils and afro-textured hair, and all hair types are welcome at the salon.
Do you cut curly hair wet or dry?
We shape your curly hair cut dry so your stylist can judge how each curl naturally falls. Your consultation covers the shape you want, your curl pattern and your usual styling routine before cutting begins.
How do I book a curly cut?
Book online through our booking page, or call 07538 796039. New clients are asked about their curl pattern and history so enough time is allowed.
How long does a curly cut take and what should I bring?
Check the duration shown for your chosen appointment in the booking system and ask the salon about arrival instructions. Bring examples of shapes you like if they help explain your goals.
Can you fix a curly cut that has gone wrong elsewhere?
Yes. Corrective curly work is a large part of what we do, from flat one-length cuts to over-layered or heat-damaged hair. We will tell you honestly whether it takes one visit or several.
Do you colour curly and afro-textured hair?
Our colour services include balayage and highlights. Discuss your texture, previous colour and suitable care with the team, and ask about testing requirements before booking.
When are you open?
Tuesday 10am to 6:30pm, Wednesday to Friday 10am to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm. We are closed Monday.
Which salon in Birmingham is best for curly hair?
Choose a salon with relevant work examples, clear consultation and care advice, and genuine reviews. Strand & Lock specialises in curls, coils and waves in Digbeth; read our guide to choosing a curly hair specialist and discuss your own goals before booking.