I wanted highlights and I wanted them done right. I sought out a good salon with positive reviews on Yelp and found Hands2Create with 5 stars. I had Jeff do my hair 3 days ago. The pros are that he's a very nice guy, the right amount of talkative and personable, and to some degree he seems to know what he's doing. Regulars filtered in and out of the salon during my two hours there; he is clearly beloved by the people who come to him. I don't know what went wrong with my request. I asked for highlights, but I asked for them not too close to my roots so that I could grow them out cleanly -- sort of like a balayage. I didn't exactly want a balayage, but the general idea that the highlights looked natural without being streaks. When I came home and saw my hair under my own lights and mirror, I cried real life tears. It looks terrible. There is a halo around the top 4 inches of my hair where no highlights exist, about 2 inches of highlights in the middle that go from brassy to blondish, and returns to my natural color on the bottom couple inches. $200 later, and all I got out of it were terrible photos to send my mother and a ruined weekend of figuring out how to fix it before my upcoming event this weekend. read more

Hands2Create - Terrible highlights :( - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Jeff is the best! His haircuts are excellent and he is exceptional with color and highlights. I have been going to him for 20 years! Rose Gomez MD read more

Full Disclosure: I got highlights here on Sunday off of http://www.salonapprentice.com/ I don't normally write reviews for places that I used weird discounts for, however this place was so amazing. I was here on a Sunday afternoon. Taylor did my highlights. Raymond was also doing hair at the same time. All of the other clients that came in while I was there were regulars. Raymond and Taylor were both so nice to everyone. I saw 3 finished haircuts from Raymond while my highlights were processing. The 3 difference woman all had very different hair, but they all looked amazing when they were done. Taylor did a really good job with my hair. The highlights are just what I was looking for (very natural. My hair actually looks a lot like my sister's hair now!) I know that I got a discounted service here, but I was blown away by how nice the salon is, how great the staff is, and how loyal the customers are. All of those things indicate a outstanding salon to me! Oh, and they offer you a drink when you come in! I love places that do that! read more

He did amazing job with my color and haircut and I did not have to tell him much for what I wanted. I am happy with the outcome and overall experience :) read more

I am always excited when it's time to go back at H2C. Jeff always remembers what what hair styles we discussed last time and is always full of fresh ideas and suggestions. He also has the best attitude and truly magic hands. I always get multiple compliments on my hair styles from people. I have been going here for about 3 years and it is well worth driving all the way to Lakeview from Wicker Park where I live. The salon is very tasteful, cozy and boutique-style - not your typical blinky-blinky salon with 20 chairs where you are a nobody. You will even be served complimentary espresso, coffee or tea. Once you go to H2C there is no going back to other salon! read more

Still very, very happy with this salon after several years. Reception is always very accommodating over the phone and pleasant and welcoming in person, offering a beverage and taking coats. Jeff, the owner, is fantastic. He knows exactly how to cut my hair, whether we do the same thing or something a little different. My young child also gets her hair cut here. Her hair was always falling in her face, and Jeff pointed out that it grows forward from the top. He recommended trying bangs.. I'm so glad we took his advice -- problem-solved and an adorable new look to boot! Highly recommended. read more

It's been four+ years since I first sat in Jeffrey's chair at Hands2Create and I have been beautiful ever since. It doesn't matter whether we are doing a dark winter blond, "blondie" summer blond or dabbling in something red; my color is always fabulous! Jeffrey can do a natural curly blow-dry or straightened look and I always look and feel great! read more

Update: I've now been seeing Jeff as my primary stylist for over six months, and I'm a happy camper. My hair has never looked better, and he's got my very funky purple color down to an efficient process and reasonable price. (yes, I have purple hair - you have no idea how hard it is to get right.) It's been very difficult for me to find stylists who are good at both cuts and color, and I'm happy to say I've found it! And, he's such a super chill person. I like his "chairside manner". No attitude, just genuine and nice. read more

Best-Kept Secret in Lakeview About 8 or 9 years ago, I wanted a new look. I happened into a trendy restaurant downtown (called Harvest on Huron) and saw a waitress sporting a stunning hairstyle. So, I decided to "follow the hair." I waved her over and asked,"Where did you get your hair cut?" She told me about Jeff Stiglich at his nearby salon. I went there, and never went to anyone else again. But here's the clincher: I go to Jeff, even though I work at a hairdressing company by day that is known to be the "Harvard of beauty schools," where I could get my hair cut, for free, all day, any day. It turns out, people at my company also knew of Jeff. He had worked for us doing hair for a photo shoot. When I mentioned his name around at work, most remembered him and some who were hazy said, "Oh, he must have been good--and had great hands--or he would not have made it on set (for the photo shoot)." They were right--Jeff has great hands, precision, creativity, a natural ability to listen, visualize and design, and does great color. He cares about his craft and being the best at what he does, and it shows. What's more is that you can enjoy the cozy-corner-nook salon ambience with lil' fireplaces, personalized attention (with only a couple of stylists including him at any one time, if that), and interesting banter and chuckles. If you're looking for a hair salon that's super cool, original, quiet and out of the big salon rat race with reasonable prices, Hands 2 Create is a great little secret I hesitate to share. But I love my hair and the awesome job he does, and care about his success--so here you go friends. Book Jeff early and book often--you won't be disappointed! Maureen Spurr Longtime Client of Hands 2 Create read more

Jeff is fantastic! Best haircut I've had in a long time. Absolutely worth the price, which is more than I'd say for a lot of places in the area read more

I came in to see Jeff after years of my Step Mom telling me how amazing he is, and I am so glad I did! First of all, the salon is adorable and very comfortable. I typically get a full head of highlights, and am always a bit nervous with new places as my hair tends to come out very warm (brassy). Jeff listened and was amazing! Not only are the highlights awesome, but he gave me a killer haircut as well! I cannot recommend this place highly enough! read more

Taylor did a really awesome job on my balayage today!! They were friendly, knowledgeable, and cool. My hair looks fabulous, and I'm super pleased! I'll definitely come back again. A real sweetie, and great at their job--what more do you need in a stylist? read more

I love Jeff! He always listens to what I want and works accordingly. I have always left there feeling great about my hair and the best part is that my style ALWAYS grows out perfectly! I have yet to have any awkward moments (hair related) since Hands2Create! read more

I recommend Hands 2 Create to everyone I talk to. Jeffrey has been styling my hair for 20 years. Wherever he goes, I go. I get the most compliments when I got to Jeffrey. He makes me look awesome and feel great every time! He is the BEST! read more

Jeff is the Hair Whisperer! I am a guy who always went to his dad's barber shop. My wife goes to Jeff and recommended I give him a try. Boy, was she right. Great cut, great guy. Comfortable environment. Now a loyal customer. Thank you Jeff and team. read more

This is a great salon! I moved in around the block about 8 months ago, and I regret not writing this review sooner. Jeff was amazing-I went in as a new client, we talked about what I wanted as far as my hair was concerned, and he executed brilliantly. Not only that, he was so friendly-I can't recommend him enough to my friends :) Plus, the pricing isn't outrageous, like you'd find at other salons in the neighborhood. Definitely has me wanting to go back for my next big cut! read more

Came in for a cut/color (balayage) and Taylor was amazing. My hair looks and feels so healthy. Fast and knew exactly what I wanted. Thank you! read more

Very unsatisfied with the service and overall experience. DO NO MT WASTE YOUR MONEY. Terrible experience overall. I felt rushed, I felt like my stylist did not give a shit about me or what I wanted. Would not recommend to anyone. read more

I have been going to Jeff for over 15 years for cuts, styling and color. I highly recommend him and all my friends and family ( including my sister who has been seeing Jeff for over 10 days and my son who is an incredibly finicky teenager) who visit him become loyal customers. Jeff and his staff are always willing to accommodate me in for an emergency appointment or special occasions (such as my wedding). I agree with the comment that Jeff is a designer. He has recommended changes in my color/cut that have resulted in an amazing looks. He has and will continue to be my stylist of choice. read more

All I can say is I'm so glad that I asked Jeff to do my hair for my August wedding, rather than listen to everyone else and go to some other salon. Since he knows me and knows my hair, after showing him a picture of what I was looking for and discussing it, he did an amazing job and no one else could have compared! Jeff also did my sister's hair and she was very happy with what he did. He even came to the house since they are closed on Sundays, thank you Jeff and to everyone else at Hands2Create! read more

As far as I'm concerned there is nobody better than Jeff! This man can cut short hair like nobody I've ever seen and is a master at texturizing. I would recommend him to anyone who wants a real hair stylist and not just somebody who cuts hair. AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

I have been with Jeff for 12 years and always leave his salon looking and feeling great. He's given me the best haircuts, from pin straight and lllooonnnnggg to full and layered to a short stacked bob. I always feel current and classic and polished. His demeanor is laid back and open, instantly making you feel comfortable and his staff is equally welcoming and warm. I love the size of the salon too, as I feel I am truly getting individualized service and attention. Thanks Jeff!! read more

I was recently visiting Chicago, I had some time to kill and I was in desperate need of a facial. As fate would have it, I happened to walk by Hands 2 Create Salon and Jenny had an opening for me. Walking in to a new place, I wasn't sure what to expect, but Jenny was amazing! She took her time and gave me a great facial and she answered all of my skin questions! She also came up with a fantastic skin regimen for me and sent me home with some products that I am in LOVE with! I would highly recommend stopping in to see Jenny if you are looking for a great facial! I'll defintely be back the next time I'm in Chicago! read more

I have been getting my haircut for less than $20 for years at different supercut/hair cuttery's. I have never in my life had a good hair cut or even imagined that it could be cut any other way and assumed I was always going to despise getting my haircut. I moved close the Hands2create a few months ago and needed a haircut last minute and read the reviews on this place online and about Jeff the owner in particular. Although it was more then I was used to spending on a haircut I can't even begin to explain how wonderful it was. For the first time when I left I loved my haircut. I didn't have to try and fix it when I got home and I vowed never to go another place again. I had no idea that even though I thought my short hair was easy to cut having a professional actually do it could make such a difference. Jeff is an awesome guy and I recommend him to everyone. You won't be disappointed. And that is coming from a guy who went from despising haircuts with a passion for over 15 years to actually enjoying it because I know it will look good when its over. read more