A woman with long black wavy hair wearing a black top and black pants, sitting on a beige salon chair with a computer on her lap, in a hair salon.

Welcome, i can’t wait to meet you!

I’m Monica, owner and lead stylist of The Mane Suite. For over a decade, I’ve specialized in creating flawless silk presses and natural weave extensions for women in Houston and the surrounding areas.

At The Mane Suite, my passion is helping busy women achieve — and maintain — the hair they’ve always wanted. Whether it’s a silk press for a smooth, healthy shine, extensions for instant length and volume, or color to cover grays or refresh your look, every service is tailored to your unique hair goals.

I believe healthy hair is the foundation of every style, which is why I use only professional-grade products and provide personalized care tips so your hair looks amazing long after you leave my chair.

Appointments are private and one-on-one, ensuring you get the time, attention, and luxury experience you deserve. You’ll leave feeling confident, informed, and ready to turn heads.

Your best hair is waiting — and I’m here to make it happen.

 FAQs

  • A silk press usually lasts 1-2 weeks, depending on your hair type, lifestyle, and how well you maintain it. Proper care and avoiding moisture can help extend its longevity.

  • When done properly and not too frequently, a silk press causes minimal damage. However, the heat used can potentially cause some damage over time. It's important to use heat protectants and limit how often you get silk presses to maintain hair health.

  • To maintain your silk press overnight, wrap your hair in a silk or satin scarf, or sleep on a silk pillowcase. This helps reduce friction and maintain the smoothness of your style.

  • Intense workouts that cause sweating can revert your silk press. If you must exercise, try low-impact activities and use a sweat band to protect your edges. Be prepared that you may need to touch up your hair after working out.

  • A quickweave involves bonding hair extensions to a cap using glue, while a sew-in involves braiding your natural hair into a cornrow pattern and then sewing hair wefts onto the braids. Quickweaves are typically faster to install but may not last as long, while sew-ins generally last longer but take more time to install.

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  • Quickweaves usually last up to 5 weeks, while sew-ins can last over 8 weeks with proper care. However, it's recommended not to keep either style in for too long to maintain the health of your natural hair.

  • Yes, you can wash both styles. For quickweaves dry shampoo is a better option to ensure the bonding glue is not affected. For sew-ins, focus on cleansing your scalp and the installed hair. Ensure thorough drying to prevent mold or mildew.

  • Generally, both methods are safe and considered to be a protective style as long as they are installed and removed properly. Ultimately, the method used will depend on the health of your hair.

  • Purchase 2 packs of 100% human hair from the beauty supply store and lengths should be 10in for shorter styles and 12in-14in for longer styles.

    Recommended Brands:

    Milky Way, Outre, Duvessa, Goddess Remy, Sasha, Saga