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Kenyatta B.

06/02/2018

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This hair shop is absolutely amazing. I got kinky twist today and the results are astonishing. I'm very pleased with the professionalism of the owner and staff. I recommend everyone & anyone who wants to get braids/twists/micro braids ect... to go to Akweeba African Hair. You'll leave a very satisfied customer. This place and ppl are FANTASTIC! Kenyatta

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Jen P.

10/29/2017

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The sisters were very professional and honest. They were not trying to get a fees bucks but instead gave advise to what will suit your hair type best. My hair came out looking so beautiful.

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Sherry A.

09/19/2015

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I got my hair done in tree braids by Cynthia 9/19/15 and she was great and very professional. I like that my appt. was at 7 am and she was there on time. I love the environment there it was very pleasant and I am definitely going back .

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Sophia C.

08/25/2015

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My daughter loved her braids. We will definitely be going back. Great service.

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Angela W.

09/17/2014

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Awesome Elegance!

I agree Cynthia is awesome! I wish I could found her sooner. She provided Tree Braids service and gave a look with style compared to others salons I have visited! If you are looking for that professional look she is definitely the one you should select. She is honest and open and will provide you with feedback! Awesome simply awesome!!

anonymous

07/13/2014

Provided by Superpages
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I've been in Tampa for four years. I have tried several African braiders. Now that I have discovered Cynthia at Akwaaba, I will not go anywhere else. All others pale in comparison. I have had other braiders who are late, disrespectful, unnecessarily expensive, rude, and act as though they are doing you a favor. They know who they are and you know who they are. This is a peaceful place. Ms. Cynthia is a kind and fair woman. She braids beautifully and you can sleep the first night! I highly recommend her. Her prices are competitive and very much worth it.

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Sharon s. A.

07/01/2014

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Wow!!! It's all I can say. I decided to get my Micros put back in, but coming from Atlanta I am very choosey about who I allow to do my hair. So for a week I was researching online braid shops. I had made an appt. with someone else when I came across Akwaaba reviews. The reviews were so outstanding I couldn't believe them at first. I then started researching the shop for reviews everywhere and to my surprise I found a lot of them but NOT one of them was negative. I immediately cancelled my appt at the other shop and called Ms. Cynthia and told her I needed her to do my hair. She was very flexible and was able to get me in when I needed and even changed to come an hour earlier when I called her that day. Needless to say all the reviews were right on point. My hair is beautiful and I am continuously getting compliments EVERYWHERE I go. I have found my a new braid shop!!!! She is very humble, sweet and professional....Thanks again Ms. Cynthia!!!!

gabryele

06/28/2014

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Professional results

This was my first time getting Senegalese twists done. I showed Cynthia a picture of how I wanted my hair to look and she did not disappoint me. She did an amazing job!! She also has a great friendly personality which helped the time go by smoothly. I've been getting so many compliments left and right! If you need your hair braided in Tampa go to Cynthia! You will not regret it!!

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Denise L.

05/31/2014

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I have been going to Ms. Cynthia for about a year now and every time she does my hair it is amazing. I am highly impressed and very blessed to have her as my stylist....

anonymous

02/18/2014

Provided by Superpages
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I have been getting my hair braided by Ms Cynthia for over a year now and once again she's delivered. I got the Senegalese Twist and they came out nice just as I suspected and I have been getting compliments on my hair since I got it done which was on 02=17-2014/ Thank You Again Ms Cynthia your the best!!!

vee.fennell

02/15/2014

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MRS. CYNTHIA IS MORE THAN A BLESSING!

Words can not explain how Mrs. Cynthia has provided extraordinary customer service while at AKWAABA'S! I have never had to wait or long lines like other African hair braiding shops. At AKWAABA'S there is unlimited WI-FI, Netflix & drinks/snacks available while getting your hair braided/sew-ins, etc. Upon arriving and leaving, I feel refreshed knowing my hair will last a long time! JOB WE'LL DONE!!!

anitaowusu

09/15/2013

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Sister Akos is a true professional. She is very friendly as well as being the best at what she does. Her store has free wi fi and is clean so wait time is not a hassle but as long as ive had appointments i never had to wait like some salons and she accepts walk in too. If u need ur hair done and done right Akwaaba is the place to go

anonymous

08/17/2013

Provided by Superpages
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I would recommend anyone with natural hair short hair to her. For one she is very patient and you can't tell that she really loves what she does. She takes her time and make sure everything is neat. There was no one else in the shop in the salon so one of her other stylists helped and it came out looking the same on the both sides. My habir is about 2-3 inches long and its natural andtthey gripped my hair with no problem! I was really amazed with the turnout of my hair and I can't wait to go back again

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Best Twist Ever!

Ms. Cynthia & her staff r AWESOME! I called on a thurday and got my hair done on saturday. They were on time and QUICK! I've never gotten my hair done in braids or twist where it didnt take all day. I came in esrly and was out by afternoon. Will ALWAYS go back to get my hair twist or braid. Very clean & professional! She even called a few days after to make sure I wss still happy with my twist. Much luv Ms. Cynthia!

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Highly recommendable

Cynthia was the only hair stylist to return my phone calls after I had tried another shop in Tampa when I first moved to the Tampa Bay Area. I drive from St Petersburg about every two months to get Senegalese twists. I always receive compliments on my hair. She returns my calls even when her voicemail is full. I've been to her three times & am never disappointed. I tried to give her & another stylist a tip my first time and they refused! Told me they wanted me to come back.

When there's another available stylist in the salon they both will work on my hair. She doesn't take breaks or waste time talking on the phone like previous stylists I've had.

Nice shop. Posters & curtains cover the window front so the public isn't looking in. She now has drinks & snacks in the salon for cheap.

I would recommend her services to anyone.

Polite, great customer service, reliable, and beautiful results.

deon88

06/27/2013

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awsome

Cynthia is the bomb!!! Omg my hair is so beautiful I get soooo many compliments thank you so much Cynthia you're the best I highly recommend EVERYBODY to get their hair braided at mrs.Cynthia's

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Cynthia did my hair. I called a week ahead foe an appt. She was available dir a late night appt at 6pm on a Friday. I got micros. They took 8 hrs but the atmosphere was peaceful. And she worked non stop. She stopped for me if I needed a quick break. EVERYONE loves my hair and I used synthetic hair. Its beautiful!

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Wonderful job! Cynthia did my hair this morning and I have gotten so many compliments!! I will definitely return when my hair needs braiding again.

verlindam

04/12/2013

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Ms Cynthiia is awesome!!! She is great at what she does. I've been going to her for 9yrs and will not let anyone else do my hair. She is polite, helpful and professional. She is also very helpful in choosing what is appropriate for you.

I would recommend anyone that needs a professional hairbraider to go to her. Her shop is very comfortable to be in. She is the best in town. I drive all the way across the bridge from seminole to go to her just because she is awesome.

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Phone: (813) 443-0605

Address: 1000 W Waters Ave Ste 3, Tampa, FL 33604

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