meet Tamera cruz
pronouns: she/her
contact info: (909) 567 3200
experience: 25+years
signature services: braids, knotless braids, faux locs, cornrows, two strand twists.
special interests: yoga, basketball, foodie, Emotional Trauma coaching, reading/audiobooks, spirituality, metaphysics, self-awareness
image description: melanated person with short, defined, fire-colored coils, a nose ring, gauges, and square glasses smiling in a selfie.
I began braiding at the young age of 10 and I’ve continued to perfect my craft for the last 25 years. To me, braiding is more than just a hairstyle, it’s a cultural connection, creative expression, and a space for healing.
I pride myself in my gentle touch and my expertise in prioritizing the health and safety of the natural hair. I am experienced in braiding all hair types; from 1a to 4c.
My passion outside of the salon is working with kids as an educator and mental health advocate. Outside of the salon I am a coach and healer.
image description: Tamera, a melanated person sitting on a stool smiling while working on her clients beautiful golden blonde locs.
Braids are an integral part of disability haircare for melanated and Black identifying folks, so we’re very excited to have Tamera with us. We searched hard to find a high quality, professional braider who would not cause physical pain and had the experience and skillset to care for the health of your hair and scalp.
see my work
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extra long faux locs styled half up half down with two space buns
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belly button length medium sized cherry red box braids
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medium sized curvy cornrows with a high bun
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small-medium sized ombre deep red to vibrant red box braids
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red and darkest brown box braids pulled half up half down with a low knot
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two femmes- one with curled faux locs and a shaved side and the other with waist length box braids
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knee length medium sized goddess locs
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half cornrows going back with box braids in back
here’s a little tip
Tamera’s drink order is…
half chai half matcha latte with oat milk