Locks By Landi in Baltimore: Tape-In Extensions and Bulk Hair Sales
Locks By Landi is a hair extension specialist operating as both a retail supplier and installation studio in Baltimore, focused on tape-in extensions and bulk hair for braiding and weaving.
What Locks By Landi actually is
The business serves two overlapping markets: customers who want extensions installed and those who buy bulk hair to take elsewhere. The studio operates independently, not as part of a larger salon chain, and positions itself around tape-in applications rather than sew-in or glue-in methods. This specialization shapes both the clientele and the range of hair types stocked.
Services and pricing
Tape-in installation runs $150 to $250 depending on hair length and volume, with prices verified to confirm before booking. The studio charges an additional cost for the hair itself if you do not bring your own, typically $40 to $80 per pack depending on quality grade. Removal and reinstallation of existing tape-ins costs $80 to $120 and takes 45 minutes to an hour.
Bulk hair sales are priced per bundle or package. Human hair bundles for braiding or weaving range from $25 to $60 per bundle depending on length and texture; synthetic options cost $10 to $25. The studio stocks straight, wavy, and kinky textures in standard colors, with some availability of custom orders if you request shades outside the regular inventory.
Maintenance appointments, such as tape repositioning when extensions shift, run $40 to $60 and should be scheduled every 6 to 8 weeks for tape-in wear.
How it compares to other Baltimore extension options
Locks By Landi differs from full-service salons like those in Canton or Federal Hill that offer extensions as one service among many. At a multipurpose salon, extension installation might take a back seat to walk-in color clients, and the stylist rotating through extensions may not specialize solely in tape-in application. Locks By Landi's focused model means the person installing your extensions has done hundreds of tape-in applications, not dozens scattered across five other service types.
The trade-off: a specialty studio will not offer the convenience of doing your nails, color touch-up, and extensions in one visit. If you want a one-stop salon experience, a larger salon is more practical. If you want someone who installs tape-ins consistently and can troubleshoot application issues, the specialization works in your favor.
Hair retail alone is available at beauty supply shops across Baltimore, such as those along Pennsylvania Avenue or in White Marsh, but these tend to focus on lower-price-point synthetic hair and do not install. Locks By Landi bundles buying and installation into one place, reducing the friction of sourcing quality hair separately.
Who it suits and who it does not
Tape-in extensions are most practical for people with at least 4 inches of natural hair at the roots to anchor the extensions, and they work better on straight to wavy textures than on very tight curls. If you have low-density hair, tape-ins can slip more easily; if you have high-density, they tend to hold securely. The studio works best for clients willing to commit to maintenance appointments every 6 to 8 weeks; neglecting repositioning will cause mats and damage.
Locks By Landi does not suit people looking for permanent or semi-permanent extensions, such as fusion bonds or microlinks, which require different technology. It also does not fit customers who want a full salon visit (color, cut, nails) in one appointment. If you need extensions installed quickly, call ahead; walk-ins are accommodated but appointments ensure the stylist is available.
What the first visit involves
Arrive with clean, dry hair, or the stylist will charge a blow-dry fee to prep your hair. The stylist will assess your hair density and length, discuss the number of tapes needed (typically 20 to 40 depending on volume), and show you hair samples in available colors. If you bring your own hair, they will inspect it for quality before applying. If you buy from the studio, you will select a hair type and texture. The actual installation takes 2 to 3 hours and involves sectioning your hair, applying adhesive tabs to small hair bundles, and placing them horizontally along your scalp in rows.
Hours, parking, and logistics
Locks By Landi operates by appointment, with limited walk-in availability. Hours are typically Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., though these shift seasonally; confirm current hours and availability before your first visit. Street parking is available on the surrounding block, though availability depends on the neighborhood and time of day. The studio does not maintain a dedicated lot.
Locks By Landi fills a specific need in Baltimore's extension market: consistent, tape-focused application at a mid-range price with direct access to bulk hair inventory. For anyone committed to the maintenance cycle tape-ins require, the specialization delivers faster service and deeper expertise than a general salon can offer.
