How does Mercedes Jackson’s method of DIY crochet braids outperform salon techniques?

Hi, I’m Mercedes Jackson from .

When I do my DIY crochet boho braids, I focus on a few things that often outperform the traditional salon route:

• Time and convenience: Once you learn my method, a full install can take about 2–3 hours, versus sitting in a salon chair all day. You do it on your own schedule at home.
• Easier takedown: The way I crochet and section makes removal much simpler and less stressful on your natural hair.
• Reusability: My crochet boho braids are reusable, so you get multiple installs out of one set of hair, which salons usually don’t prioritize.
• Cost control: You’re mainly paying for hair and tools, not high service fees, so your style budget stretches further.

Do you want me to break down my step-by-step install process or help you choose the right hair and tools?