Moving to Kraków for study or work is exciting, but one question comes up fast if you have afro, natural, curly, coily or 4C hair: where can I find an afro barber who actually knows Black hair? Many barbers in Poland mainly cut straight European hair. Afro and textured hair needs different clippers, different techniques and a barber who has done it hundreds of times.
At Black & White Barbershop, afro hair has been at the core of what we do since 2019. Our founder Edem started cutting hair as a teenager in Ghana, and today our team cuts, braids and locs afro and textured hair for clients from Africa, the Caribbean, the US, the UK and all over Europe.
Why afro hair needs a specialist barber
- Shrinkage and density. Coily and kinky hair looks much shorter than it is. An afro barber knows how it will sit once it’s cut and dry.
- Sharp line-ups (edge-ups). A crisp hairline and beard line need precise trimmers and a steady hand, without pushing your hairline back.
- Skin health. Black hair is more prone to razor bumps and ingrown hairs. The right technique and products make a big difference.
- Clean blending. A smooth skin fade on dense afro hair takes time and skill. A rushed job shows straight away.
Afro hair services we do every week
- Low, mid and high skin fades and taper fades
- Line-ups, edge-ups and beard shaping
- Waves, short crops, twists and sponge curls
- Cornrows, box braids, knotless braids and boho goddess braids
- Dreadlocks (locs): starting, retwisting and styling
- Black hair dye and colour
“If you’re tired of explaining your hair, you’ve found the right chair.”— Black & White Barbershop
Prices
| Service | With Kenny (20% off) | With Edem |
|---|---|---|
| Haircut | 110 zł | |
| Beard trim | 70 zł | |
| Haircut + beard | 130 zł | |
| Executive combo (hair, beard + black dye) | – | 165 zł |
| Hair dye | – | from 60 zł |
Braids & locs: cornrows from 200 zł, box braids from 250 zł, knotless box braids from 300 zł, boho goddess braids from 400 zł, dreadlocks from 350 zł. Read our guide to braids and locs in Kraków.
Tips for your first visit
- Book ahead. Walk-ins are welcome, but evenings and Saturdays fill up. Book online. Braids and locs always need a booking, because they take several hours.
- Come with washed, detangled hair for braids and locs.
- Tell us about sensitive skin or razor bumps so we can adjust the technique.
- Show a reference photo. It’s the fastest way to get exactly the cut you want.
Clients from all over the world rate us 4.9 stars on Google. If you’ve just arrived in Kraków and you’re tired of explaining your hair, come and see us. Follow our work on Instagram and TikTok, or book your appointment here.
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Black & White Barbershop · Józefińska 13/2, Kraków
Monday – Friday: 12:00 – 20:00
Saturday: 09:00 – 17:00
Sunday: closed
Józefińska 13/2, 30-529 Kraków
Podgórze, 5 min from Kazimierz
+48 787 946 142