Expand your salon services get certified in painless hair braiding
Our courses give you the skills to master protective styles, market your new hair braiding services, and grow your hair salon business.
About Us
Founded by Karyne Tinord, Licensed Cosmetologist and celebrity hair braider, Kay de Très is a beauty school specializing in painless hair braiding. We teach hair stylists, salon owners, and aspiring beauty professionals how to create knotless braids, feed-in cornrows, faux locs and other protective styles. Our integrated approach to hair styling education leverages small group instruction, multi-media lesson plans and simulated hair salon experiences to build your knowledge, skills and confidence. At Kay de Très you will gain the practical tools, networks and know-how to expand your hair braiding business.
Our Educational Services
LEARN | EXPERIENCE | CREATE | GROW
Certifications in Hair Braiding + More
Hair Braiding Workshops + Events
Podcast + Free Resources
Partnerships + Referral Opportunities
Designed for professional hair stylists, our 12-hour course provide a complete education in delivering a painless hair braiding experience. Take your skills to the next level with lessons in customer service, hair care, and styling.
Created for braid enthusiasts, our 1-hour workshops and gallery viewing allow students of all level to explore the art of braiding, make new connections and celebrate diversity in beauty. Join us for a session on accessorizing with braids, cornrowing with color and other fun events.
Produced for our growing community, our free guides and bi-weekly podcast “The Art of Braids” feature salon owner success stories, expert hair care tips, and cross-cultural beauty trends. Download and tune in to stay in the know.
Developed for our certification graduates, our suite of business development tools connect you with product suppliers and potential new customers to grow your business. Get certified to accelerate your growth with affiliate marketing, referrals, and more.
Three Reasons to Choose Us
Expertise
Our techniques are medically proven to reverse traction alopecia, alleviate scalp irritation, and promote new hair grow. Dermatologist recommended, we are the leaders in painless hair braiding. At Kay de Très you will learn how to address scalp conditions and build a credible braiding service.
Innovation
Our founder Karyne Tinord is recognized for braiding innovation and creativity. At Kay de Très you will master your skills with direct one-on-one coaching from Karyne and learn fresh styles that will attract and retain new clients.
Flexibility
Learn at your own pace with flexible plans and schedules for working professionals. Choose from weekday afternoon or evening classes. Complete certification modules consecutively or as your schedule permits. At Kay de Très you can achieve your goals and maintain work-life balance.
Client Testimonials
Before I had the good fortune of finding Karyne, I was dealing with a chronic case of traction alopecia which can lead to hair loss due to the harsh methods of hairstylists. My dermatologist encouraged me to find a hairstylist who braided without pain. I didn’t believe that was possible until I found Karyne. The first time she braided my hair was a revelation.
For the first time in my life, braiding didn’t hurt at all. Karyne introduced me to knotless, painless braiding, and I haven’t look back since. Her work is beautiful, and she places the health of her client’s hair and scalp at the center of her practice. After years of going to Karyne, my chronic traction alopecia disappeared; and, I no longer need to receive treatment for it.
My dermatologist has been very happy with the results and asked about Karyne’s techniques so he could share it with other patients. I will forever be grateful to Karyne for putting me on the path to a healthy scalp and hair! – Chi M.
Karyne is the master of the “ouchless braid.” She is the one that braid’s my hair and I go to be without pain medication. I have never in my life cornrowed hair. I was so excited to learn. If I can learn how to do this anyone can.
– Ami McClure
The Course was Amazing!! I didn’t think painless braiding was possible for me, but now I know how important it is for my clients and my business!! Thank you so much Karyne!!
– Monique T.
Truly my first ever painless and pleasant braiding experience. I am truly a believer in her commitment to healthy hair and truly protective styles. I will most certainly be returning. She has a great bubbly spirit. What more can you ask for than good energy?
– Keisha N.
Love. Love. Love. Karyne is absolutely amazing – so sweet, knowledgeable, took her time and educated me along the way. Came all the way from DC and will be back to get some time with this talented woman again!
– Nami R.
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