AMIA hair salon in Grays with afro hair styling and salon branding

Afro Hair Salon in Grays, Essex — Braids, Locs, Wigs & Silk Press

AMIA Hair Studios is Thurrock's specialist afro hair salon, based at Queensgate Centre in Grays, Essex. We serve clients across Thurrock, Grays, Tilbury, Stanford-le-Hope, Basildon and Dartford. Whether you need knotless braids, a silk press, loc maintenance, wig install, Senegalese twists or a sew-in weave — our stylists specialise in all textures and hair types.

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Modern interior of AMIA hair salon in Grays with black styling chairs and arched mirrors
Silk press hairstyle on long dark hair at AMIA AFRO HAIR salon in Grays

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AMIA is a afro hair salon serving Grays, Thurrock and nearby towns. Same day bookings are welcome subject to availability, and you can also book weekly or monthly appointments for consistent hair care.

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Our Services

Wash and Blow Dry, Relaxer, Silk Press & more.

Natural Hair Services

Signature Hydration, Detox and Scalp Reset, Strength and Repair

Treatments

Laceless Wigs, Wig Installs, Wig Revamp & more.

Wigs

Sew In, Ponytails, Tracks & more.

Weaves

Knotless Braids, Boho braids, Twists, Feed In Braids & more.

Braids

Locs Detox, Retwist and Style, Styling & more.

Locs

More details on booking page

Gallery

  • A woman with long black hair smiling, sitting in a chair, wearing a navy blue jacket, a white shirt, gold earrings, and a black wristwatch, with a white curtain and a potted plant in the background.

  • Loc retwist and style result at AMIA Hair Studios, Grays

  • Small knotless braids, lightweight low tension finish

  • A woman with brown hair sitting in a salon chair, wearing a black cape. She is facing away from the camera, with tall green houseplant and white curtains in the background. A small table with a heater and skincare products is nearby.

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FAQs

  • Book online through our booking page. If you’re not sure what to choose, message us on WhatsApp and we’ll guide you to the right option.

  • Yes, subject to availability. For the quickest response, message us on WhatsApp and we’ll confirm the next available slot. If we’re fully booked, we’ll offer the soonest alternative.

  • We specialise in afro hair care for all hair types, from relaxed to natural, offering treatments, braids, locs, sew in weaves, and wig installs. You can view the full menu and pricing on our booking page.

  • Yes. Message us on WhatsApp with a quick description of what you want and a photo of your current hair, and we’ll tell you the best service to book.

  • Yes, there’s parking nearby at Queensgate Centre. If you’re unsure where to park or which entrance to use, message us on WhatsApp and we’ll guide you.

  • Please message us on WhatsApp as soon as you can so we can advise.
    If we can still accommodate you, we will.
    If you’re very late, we may need to shorten the service or reschedule to protect the rest of the day’s appointments.

  • You can manage cancellations and reschedules via your booking confirmation. If you need help, message us on WhatsApp. Please note that late cancellations may be subject to our booking policy shown at checkout.

  • We accept card and bank transfer. Any deposits are taken at booking where required.

  • We’re located inside Queensgate Centre on Orsett Road, Grays RM17 5DF.

    Enter Queensgate Centre through the main doors between Griffins Estate Agents and the food store/butchers.

    Once inside, walk straight down the hallway all the way to the end.

    You’ll pass Kora Studios.

    AMIA is the next unit on the right, opposite Q Gym.

    If you need help on arrival, message us on WhatsApp and we’ll direct you in.