Access to hair care plays an integral role in many students’ ability to acclimate themselves to college life. For those with textured hair – primarily students of color – resource retrieval can pose a challenge without knowing where to purchase specific products, which local stylists are reputable, and how to establish a healthy routine amidst their busy schedules. While the list below is not exhaustive, it gives students an idea of the breadth of quality hair care options available to them in the area.

A You’Nique Image Salon

17874 IN-23
South Bend, IN 46635
(574) 232-2228

Ask for Katrice

Specializes in black and black-multiracial textured hair

Armando’s Barber Shop

1639 Edison Rd.
South Bend, IN 46637
(574) 277-0615

​Unique Hair Salon

1528 Mishawaka Ave.
South Bend, IN 46615
(574) 234-1801

Serves hair of all textures, including relaxed hair
African braiding, sew-ins available

Al’s House of Style (Barbershop)

618 N Olive St.
South Bend, IN 46628

Ask for Joe

​JC Penney Designer Salon University Park Mall

6501 N Grape Rd.
Mishawaka, IN 46545

Ask for Lee

Specializes in Korean hair

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