Welcome to the TresLife: Your Journey to Natural Hair

Are you ready to embark on a journey to healthier, more beautiful hair? Welcome to the TresLife, where we empower you to embrace and love your natural hair with our holistic, all-natural solutions! Handmade with love in the USA, our products are organic, toxin-free, paraben-free, and 100% chemical-free – and really work. Whether you’re just starting out on your natural journey or you’re looking to enhance your hair care routine, we provide you not only with nourishing natural products but specialized salon experiences to ensure your hair dreams become reality.

Who We Are

TresLife (pronounced tress-life) is a black owned, holistic hair care provider based in Raleigh, NC. We’re all about natural hair care, offering nourishing solutions for every hair type- whether kinky or coily, fine or thick, low or high porosity. We understand the many challenges with curly hair, like dry hair, hair loss, and dandruff. We’re here to help you overcome them with confidence. We work to empower you with the knowledge, tools, and all-natural products you need to embrace your natural hair and meet your hair goals without the worry of harmful toxins, parabens, or chemicals. Every product is thoughtfully formulated and crafted by our founder and CEO, licensed cosmetologist LaTanya Lodge, to nourish your hair from root to tip ensuring your style not just looks good- but feels good too.

In the TresLife Curl Bar Salon, we don’t just offer hair care- we provide a luxurious, spa-like experience that rejuvenates both your hair and spirit. Every client receives a steam treatment, a moisturizing deep conditioning treatment, and a revitalizing scalp massage. Our range of services, including clay detoxes, steam hydration treatment, aloe vera and honey treatments,  wash and gos, twist styles, and more. All of our services tailored to your specific hair needs to bring out the best in your natural beauty. In our tranquil salon environment, complete with calming music, dim lighting, and heated eye masks, you can truly unwind and enjoy a luxury hair care experience.

Our Mission

At TresLife, our mission is simple: to empower women and girls to love and embrace their natural hair. We believe that natural beauty should be celebrated and that every person deserves to feel good and love themselves. We’re committed to providing the support, knowledge, and all-natural products you need to feel confident and beautiful in your own skin.

Our Story

The idea of TresLife began over a decade ago with a simple yet powerful mission: to create safer, all-natural hair care products that truly nourish and protect. When in cosmetology school, our founder, LaTanya Lodge, discovered the harsh reality of harmful ingredients in many mainstream hair products. These products were marketed to those with curly hair and promised moisture, growth, and protection, but instead left hair dry, damaged, and required daily application. LaTanya was left frustrated by the lack of healthy products that actually worked for curly hair. She decided she wanted to create a product line for the working mother and wife, products that worked and allowed for less time to be spent managing their hair and more time spent enjoying their lives. After thorough research, all signs pointed to a clear answer: natural ingredients.

TresLife officially launched in 2019 with just three products. With a desire and a prayer to have an entire product line, the three-product line expanded to over 40 offerings. All products were crafted to nourish and transform curly hair throughout the world.

2020 presented challenges for many businesses, but at TresLife, we saw an opportunity to connect with our community in new ways. LaTanya took to Facebook, launching a live-streaming series to educate viewers on the importance of healthy hair care ingredients and practices. This initiative not only kept our business thriving, but also helped us build a loyal customer base that values natural, safe, and effective hair care.

In 2021, TresLife opened its first retail location in downtown Raleigh, providing a space for our customers to experience our products firsthand. As we continued to grow, we expanded our offerings by opening the TresLife Curl Bar Salon in 2022.

In November of 2022, we relocated to our current location in Crabtree Valley Mall, where our salon has become a go-to destination for those seeking expert care and attention while being able to relax in a spa-like environment.

Q&A

What makes TresLife different from other hair care brands?

TresLife products are toxin-free, chemical-free, and 100% organic. Not only can we promise holistic, healthy hair products, but we can also promise that they actually work. Our products have been effective in clients with alopecia, those with damaged hair, those looking to grow their hair, and so much more.

At TresLife, we understand that each head of hair is unique. That’s why we create a personalized 5-step regimen for each client, designed to meet specific hair needs and goals. Here’s how our regimen works:

Step 1: Detangle- This is the first step because shampooing hair that is not properly detangled is a sure way to cause extreme tangles, damage, and make wash day longer. Healthy hair starts with a gentle detangling. Our Apple Cider reboot infused with ayurvedic Indian herbs or our Marshmallow Mango Detangler made with moisturizing aloe vera juice work to melt away tangles while boosting shine, hydration, and strength. This step is the foundation for healthy, manageable hair.

Step 2: Cleanse and Condition- This is another step in the regimen, because hair cannot be healthy and hydrated unless it is properly clean!! Shampooing hair allows water (the #1 hydrator) to freely flow through your hair. Once hair is properly cleansed, it needs a conditioner (with a pH of 3.6-4.4) to bring the hair back to a normal pH. A good quality conditioner penetrates and nourishes the cuticle to give hair a natural softness.

Our cleansing shampoos like our Coco Mango Shampoo, enriched with aloe vera juice, cleanses without stripping your hair’s natural oils. Follow up with our moisturizing conditioners and deep conditioners like our Matcha Green Tea Deep Conditioner formulated with hydrating coconut milk for maximum moisture absorption and retention. Proper cleansing and conditioning are essential for strong, moisturized hair that thrives.

Step 3: Nourish- This step is what we call our Vitamin Stage as TresLife. These are our lightweight yet effective leave ins that can be applied to your scalp for scalp health or strands for strand health. Our Seal Me Oil made with a blend of natural oils like jojoba and almond oil, as well as our Aloe Vera Leave-In made with aloe vera are great nutrients for tresses, while our Ayurvedic Hair Growth Oil is made with pure essential oils like tea tree, ylang yland, rosemary, and more, that nourish the scalp and new hair growth.

Step 4: Style- Your styling products should not only hold your curls but also nurture them. Products like our alcohol-free Curl Stretch Gel, made with slippery elm, and our Coco Mango Moisturizer, enriched with coconut milk, give your curls lasting definition and strength while keeping them moisturized, soft, and frizz-free.

Step 5: Refresh- Refreshing your style keeps your curls looking their best. Our Aloe Vera Refresher, made with a blend of Ayurvedic Indian herbs and fenugreek seeds, promotes growth while maintaining hydration and curl definition. This step ensures your style stays vibrant and healthy throughout the week.

Staying consistent with this 5-step regimen is crucial because hair health is a journey, not a quick fix. By following these steps regularly, our clients see real progress in hydration, strength, and growth.

TresLife puts our customers at the center of our business. We make sure to keep in touch with our clients, as our priority is being available to assist you with any questions or concerns you have. We work as your cheerleaders as you embark on this journey that can be daunting for some.

How do I know what products are right for my hair?

Our product line is designed to meet the needs of every hair type. We recommend starting with our online hair quiz that will give you an idea as to what products are best for you depending on your needs. Looking for more in depth information? Book a consultation with us online, where we will assess your hair and give a thorough explanation for what products and services are best for your hair type.

Can I order products online?

Absolutely! Click here to go to our online shop.

Does your salon take men?

We work only with women and girls in our salon. However, men are welcome to use our products! If you talk with one of our trusted Beauty Advisors, they will be able to suggest the best products for your hair needs.

Ready to Transform Your Hair Care Routine?

Discover the difference nourishing all-natural ingredients can make! Explore our full range of holistic hair products designed to revive and protect your curls. Whether you’re dealing with dryness, thinning, or damage, TresLife has the perfect solution for you. Book your appointment at the TresLife Curl Bar Salon or shop our all-natural products online and join the movement towards healthier, more beautiful hair!