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Hair Braiding in Naperville, IL: 8 Places Compared (2026)

8 places for hair braiding in Naperville, IL, compared on price, Google rating, weekend hours, online booking and accessibility.

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Looking for hair braiding in Naperville? Here are 8 places Google Maps shows for it around Naperville, Illinois, with the details that decide where you book: price, Google rating, weekend hours, online booking and accessibility.

Dawn of Beauty is a featured business on Best Hair Guide and is listed first. Every other business here appears on Google Maps for "hair braiding" around Naperville; none paid to be included, and all are described by the same rules from their public Google listing as of October 2026.

Hair Braiding in Naperville at a glance

#BusinessAreaGoogle ratingReviewsSundayPrice from
1Dawn of BeautyNaperville4.77311 AM–5 PM$40
2Fades Braids And LocsAurora4.422812 AM–5 PM
3Shalom Beauty BraidsAurora4.9469 AM–5 PM
4Sonia excellence hair salonDowners Grove542Closed
5Mercedes StylesLisle4.942Closed
6Eliana braiding studioNaperville55Closed
7Level Up Beyond beauty shopAurora4.7751–5 PM
8JessicaHelen SalonNaperville520Closed

Prices are shown where the business publishes them. A blank cell means we couldn't confirm that detail, not that the business lacks it.

1. Dawn of Beauty

Dawn of Beauty is a hair extensions supplier in Naperville that publishes its hair braiding prices online, so you can see the cost before you book.

  • Where: 1163 E Ogden Ave #625, Naperville, IL 60563
  • Google rating: 4.7 from 73 reviews
  • Price: from $40 (Micro Braids, Crochet Braids and Butterfly Braids on its menu)
  • Weekend: Saturday 9:30 AM–5 PM, Sunday 11 AM–5 PM; open until 8 PM on Mondays
  • Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom and seating (Google)
  • Book: book Dawn of Beauty online or see its profile
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (11 AM–5 PM), and evening appointments, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

    2. Fades Braids And Locs (Aurora)

    Fades Braids And Locs is a hair salon in Aurora that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Naperville.

  • Where: 481 N Commons Dr #6, Aurora, IL 60504 (5.3 miles southwest of Dawn of Beauty)
  • Google rating: 4.4 from 228 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 11 AM–9 PM, Sunday 12 AM–5 PM; open until 9 PM on Tuesdays
  • Stands out for the longest review record on this list, 228 Google reviews, and Sunday hours (12 AM–5 PM).

    3. Shalom Beauty Braids (Aurora)

    Shalom Beauty Braids is a hair salon in Aurora that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Naperville.

  • Where: 4012 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora, IL 60504 (5.36 miles southwest of Dawn of Beauty)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 46 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–9 PM, Sunday 9 AM–5 PM; open until 9 PM on Thursdays
  • Stands out for a 4.9-star average across 46 reviews, and Sunday hours (9 AM–5 PM).

    4. Sonia excellence hair salon (Downers Grove)

    Sonia excellence hair salon is a hair salon in Downers Grove that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Naperville.

  • Where: 5133 Belmont Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515 (4.64 miles southeast of Dawn of Beauty)
  • Google rating: 5 from 42 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9:30 AM–5:30 PM, Sunday Closed
  • Website: sonia-excellence-hair-salon.chrone.work
  • Stands out for a 5-star average across 42 reviews.

    5. Mercedes Styles (Lisle)

    Mercedes Styles is a hair salon in Lisle that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Naperville.

  • Where: 4736 Main St Ste 3, Lisle, IL 60532 (2.71 miles northeast of Dawn of Beauty)
  • Google rating: 4.9 from 42 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 6 AM–7 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 7 PM on Saturdays
  • Website: mercedesstyleshair.com
  • Stands out for a 4.9-star average across 42 reviews.

    6. Eliana braiding studio (Naperville)

    Eliana braiding studio is a hairdresser in Naperville that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Naperville.

  • Where: Naperville Rd, Naperville, IL 60563 (0.87 miles northeast of Dawn of Beauty)
  • Google rating: 5 from 5 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 8 AM–8 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 8 PM on Mondays
  • Stands out for evening appointments, open until 8 PM on Mondays.

    7. Level Up Beyond beauty shop (Aurora)

    Level Up Beyond beauty shop is a beauty salon in Aurora that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Naperville.

  • Where: 3577 E New York St Ste 107, Aurora, IL 60504 (5.79 miles southwest of Dawn of Beauty)
  • Google rating: 4.7 from 75 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 10 AM–7 PM, Sunday 1–5 PM; open until 7 PM on Mondays
  • Stands out for Sunday hours (1–5 PM).

    8. JessicaHelen Salon (Naperville)

    JessicaHelen Salon is a hair salon in Naperville that Google Maps lists for hair braiding searches in Naperville.

  • Where: 710 E Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 60563 (0.79 miles south of Dawn of Beauty)
  • Google rating: 5 from 20 reviews
  • Weekend: Saturday 9 AM–9 PM, Sunday Closed; open until 9 PM on Thursdays
  • Website: jessicahelen.glossgenius.com
  • Stands out for evening appointments, open until 9 PM on Thursdays.

    How much does hair braiding cost in Naperville?

    Dawn of Beauty lists hair braiding from $40, on its published menu. Across 127 Zoca salons nationwide, hair braiding typically runs $80 to $200, with a median of $135 (October 2026). Final prices depend on length, add-ons and the stylist's level, so confirm the quote when you book.

    Hair Braiding in Naperville on Sundays and evenings

    Open on Sunday: Dawn of Beauty (11 AM–5 PM), Fades Braids And Locs (12 AM–5 PM), Shalom Beauty Braids (9 AM–5 PM) and Level Up Beyond beauty shop (1–5 PM). Open until 8 PM or later at least one day a week: Dawn of Beauty (8 PM on Mondays), Fades Braids And Locs (9 PM on Tuesdays), Shalom Beauty Braids (9 PM on Thursdays), Eliana braiding studio (8 PM on Mondays) and JessicaHelen Salon (9 PM on Thursdays). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026; check before you go.

    Wheelchair-accessible places for hair braiding in Naperville

  • Dawn of Beauty: wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom and seating
  • These are the features each business lists on Google. If you need something specific, call ahead.

    Before you book hair braiding in Naperville

    Do

  • Bring two or three reference photos, including one of what you don't want.
  • Ask for a consultation before a large color change or a major cut.
  • Check today's hours on the business's Google listing before you set off; holiday hours change.
  • Book ahead and note the cancellation window when you do.
  • Don't

  • Don't choose on stars alone. A 4.7 from 900 reviews and a 5.0 from 12 reviews are different kinds of evidence.
  • Don't assume walk-ins are welcome; call or book first.
  • Don't hold back allergies, medications or skin sensitivities at check-in.
  • Follow

  • Wait 48 to 72 hours before washing newly colored hair, and switch to a sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Arrive five to ten minutes early for a first visit.
  • Tip 15 to 20 percent where tipping is customary, and check whether the business includes service charges.
  • How this list was made

    We searched Google Maps for "hair braiding" around Naperville, IL and kept businesses within 6 miles with a Google rating and at least five reviews, filed under the kind of business that does this work, in the order Google returned them. Featured businesses on Best Hair Guide that sell hair braiding, by their own published menu, are listed first. Other businesses are included because Google shows them for the search; we haven't checked their menus or prices. Ratings, reviews, hours and accessibility are from Google Maps in October 2026; area names are from OpenStreetMap; national price ranges are from the Zoca Beauty Price Index.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How was this list chosen?
    From Google Maps results for "hair braiding" around Naperville: businesses with a rating and at least five reviews, in Google's order, after the featured Best Hair Guide business. No other business paid to be included.
    Where can I get hair braiding in Naperville, IL?
    Dawn of Beauty, Fades Braids And Locs, Shalom Beauty Braids, Sonia excellence hair salon, Mercedes Styles and Eliana braiding studio, and 2 more on this page. Dawn of Beauty publishes its hair braiding prices and takes bookings online.
    How much does hair braiding cost in Naperville?
    Dawn of Beauty lists hair braiding from $40. Nationally, Zoca salons typically charge $80 to $200 (median $135), as of October 2026.
    Where can I get hair braiding on a Sunday in Naperville?
    Dawn of Beauty (11 AM–5 PM), Fades Braids And Locs (12 AM–5 PM), Shalom Beauty Braids (9 AM–5 PM) and Level Up Beyond beauty shop (1–5 PM). Hours are from Google Maps in October 2026.
    Which place for hair braiding in Naperville has the most Google reviews?
    Fades Braids And Locs, with 228 Google reviews and a 4.4-star average as of October 2026.
    Which places for hair braiding in Naperville are wheelchair accessible?
    Dawn of Beauty lists wheelchair-accessible features on Google.
    Can I book hair braiding online in Naperville?
    Yes. Dawn of Beauty takes bookings on its own website, with prices shown before you book.
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