James has always taken care of me over the years and the consistency and quality has never changed. I have always had a beautiful cut and have never had to question anything coming out of the salon. my hair always grows back so nice, no one can ever tell if I had highlights or lowlights which I absolutely love and James keeps my hair healthy. It was a process to get my hair to this kind of "natural" level but not having to go in every 3 months to maintain my hair is amazing! I've also had services done by Janet and again- you can't go wrong! she always dyes my brows the perfect color and always takes her time! these two are a pair that can't be beat especially with the quality they provide! read more

Absolutely LOVED everything about my first appointment at James Joseph Experience. James took time with my consultation, looked at multiple photos I brought, and not only explained his professional opinion, but asked for my input, as well. My haircut turned out amazing! *** Of note, James Joseph Experience is not located in Hinsdale any longer but is now located in downtown Clarendon Hills at 215 Burlington. read more

Expert services in a friendly shop. My stylist has decades of experience yet stays up to date on the latest techniques and styles. Uses only the best products. read more

Always love my time with Janet getting eyebrows dyed and waxed!! My hair cute is awesome with James, letting it grow and looking wonderful!!! Thank you for a great experience!! read more

Found this gem while struggling to book a last minute cut and style. Boy did I have luck on my side. I was in and out in a blink and off to my event. No upselling of unnecessary products. Just a really great experience. I will definitely be returning read more

James has been doing my hair for many years, keeping it modern and up-to-date. I had color, cut, and styling with James, then eyebrow tint and waxing with Janet. The service was excellent, as always! I highly recommend James Joseph Experience! read more

I'm not usually one to write reviews, so it means a lot that I'm recommending this salon. Stephanie did an amazing balayage and cut - I'm absolutely in love with the color and style! You can tell she puts a lot of care and precision into her work, and it came out so beautifully. On top of that, everyone who worked there was super friendly! Very happy with my first yet not last appointment here. read more

Janet is the only person I trust with my waxing. She is so skilled and makes it as painless as possible. I will not go anywhere else.

Another perfect haircut from James!!! So happy to find this wonderful salon. Can't recommend it enough! read more

I have been coming to James at James Joseph Experience for 20 years. His expertise in cutting and color are always exceptional. His overall experience in the field is amazing. I will go to no other for my hair. If you are not happy with your own decision you have made on your hair, he will work with you to find a way to make you happy. I have been going to Janet for 20 years. She is the most professional, knowledgeable person have been to for facials and problems situations with my skin. I go to no other now. All you have to do is look at her and know she knows what she is talking about. I count them both as good friends. That says it all. read more

I have had my (thick) hair cut and colored by James for twenty-one years and have never left his salon disappointed. My daughter also sees James and has been repeatedly stopped and complimented on her hair. We always feel highly confident about giving a stellar review read more

My ultrafine hair is a puzzle/pain for stylists. I was very happy with James when I went to him years ago. However, when I moved away, I tried for years to find a replacement. Now, I travel some distance to have him cut and perm my delicate hair. He never rushes (but never keeps me waiting) and I'm always happy with the results. For me, he's so worth the drive. read more

Love coming here . James does an amazing job cutting my hair. To notch and everyone who works here is just extremely friendly and super helpful. Thank you Mary Stieber read more

First time visit as received a gift card. Had a facial by Janet, the experience was wonderful. Very clean, well kept salon in heart of Hinsdale. A great place, if you have the opportunity or are looking for a nice atmosphere to treat yourself, give them a try. read more

Experienced, talented and friendly. I always get compliments on my hair cut and color. I'm super picky about my hair and I like to keep up to date on latest style trends, etc. Jim always knows what looks good and what color compliments your skin tone, etc. Very friendly and relaxed environment. Wouldn't think of going anywhere else read more

If you're going anywhere else, you're missing out. I have been a customer of James literally all my life. I recently went abroad for a year and had my hair cut+colored at the famous Trevor Sorbie Covent Garden salon. The Art Director did my cut, and while she did a great job, it was still nothing compared to what James can do. I have seen him work miracles on the most processed, damaged hair, sending clients out looking like they have virgin hair. Over a year and a half period, James put multiple colors in my hair and bleached parts several times. By all standards, my hair should be dry and falling out. But, James' products choices and techniques mean my hair always stayed amazingly healthy--more so than my friends who have never so much as dyed their hair once. Also, James is a simply wonderful person. His wife Janet is a gem as well--she does the most relaxing facials, and is an all-around talented esthetician. The salon also offers mani/pedis and some specialized esthetic services. I should also note that James knows exactly what will look good on which people. I've discussed a few hair colors/cuts with him that he quickly talked me out of because he knew they wouldn't look good (thank the gods of hair for this man). He never sends anyone out of his salon looking any less than their best. I can honestly say I don't know what I will do when I am out of college and (probably) will have to find a new hairdresser. There's no one out there who can compare. read more

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I was looking for a new salon for my short, fine, cowlicky hair. Based on reviews I read I went to James three months ago. Was very pleased then and each cut he has given me since is better than the last. My hair is easy to work with, looks as good at the end of the day as it looked first thing in the morning which is saying a lot for my fine limp hair. It is hard to find a stylist who does really short/pixie cuts well. I am so glad I stumbled onto James' salon. read more

This is my very favorite place for facials and waxing! Janet is the best!! Located right in the middle of town and they always run ON schedule! read more

Oct. 2011. The top chic staycool brunette colors, smokey brown, matt browns and pearly browns with gloss. read more

The positive reviews left by others helped me to make the decision to try out this salon. So pleased with the services that I received by owner, James, and the other staff members. He took his time to assess the condition of my hair, discussed the amount of time I commit styling and the look that I was going for....but he was very confident to share his opinion of what he thought would look good for the structure of my face, etc. I must say I have never had any stylist layer my hair the way he did! Just beautiful! Also, made a really great decision about color. I will definitely return to this salon for future services. James even fed my meter for the car! Wow! Can't get much better. The other staff members were comfortable to talk with. Love this salon! Also, kind of fun spending some time Hinsdale, but parking is a bit challenging. read more

James spent a lot of time with me and gave me a good cut. However, the overall aesthetics of this salon (music and decor) did not appeal to me, and I disliked the way my hair was styled when I left the salon. Cut and style was a steep $85, which is a long way "from $45," which is the price listed on the website for "precision sculpting." read more

Best haircut I ever got. I have been to many hair salons but James is a wizzard with the scissors! I have curly, pain in the butt hair and James knows how to "speak to it". He takes his time, cuts literaly piece by piece, and I am good to go. No hype, no banter, just a damn great haircut. read more

James is one of the best stylists I've gone to! The color he picks for you is perfect and the cut is great. I asked for a mid-length cut with some layers that would be easy to wash, dry, and go. He did an amazing job! My hair feels healthy again, definitely thicker and more full. I will go back to get highlights done soon and can't wait to see the result. It is soooo hard to find a great stylist that understands your needs, but James is definitely a pro that you can trust! read more

No one in Chicago is better than James. He's amazing. My hair looks beautiful and natural and I never leave unhappy. I highly recommend him.

The cut was horribly uneven and he did a 2 stage color process that fried my hair this happened after doing my hair well for over a year. I will never go back. read more

James was amazing! He took the time to get to know me, gave me an amazing cut / style (and fixed a disaster from a previous cut) and provided me an all around fantastic experience! Highly recommend! read more

Went here for 20 years. When I had health problems and disappeared they didn't call to see if I was dead or alive. Typical.

Great haircut, color and style. Super clean salon. Very friendly and helpful! Hidden gem in the heart of town. read more

Precision cuts, state of the art aesthetician services and products. This is the highest of high end salons!

I've trusted James with my hair for two years now and am so happy that I listened to his advice the entire time. My hair was over colored and bleached to death when I came to James and he worked with me to get the bad out and bring back my gorgeous natural, healthy hair. Honestly I feel like he truly cares about the health of my hair, not only that it looks good. I appreciate that and my hair has never looked this good. I can now get out of bed and go after a quick run through of my brush in the morning. My hair looks good! Without the need of constant and continuous intervention! read more

Janet is awesome! She does my eye lashes/eye brows

I get my hair cut and colored by Priscilla at James Joseph Experience. I wouldn't trust anyone else with cutting, coloring, or styling my hair. Priscilla is a phenomenal hair stylist, and I always leave feeling like a new person and loving everything about my hair. She also has a wonderful personality! The salon is extremely stylish and chic, and I love the atmosphere while I am getting my hair done. You truly feel like you are in an experience rather than in just any hair salon. I also met the owner while I was there, and he was extremely pleasant and courteous. Absolutely visit James Joseph Experience and get your hair done by Priscilla! read more

James is one of the most talented, and articulte hair dressers I have ever worked with! He is very precise in cutting, coloring, styling, and thinking of the long term health of my hair! When he cuts, he thinks of how it will grow out in the future, so it continutes to look healthy, and manageable, even weeks after I leave the salon. He is very precise, and strategic in his work.He has always taken the time to consult with me about how exactly I envision my look. As a professional model, it's always been hard for me to trust a stylist that i can rely on. In the end working with him is the ultimate collaboration. Recently, he had helped me in several visits, to color my hair to a gorgeous, shiney, healthy, blonde. My hair has been healthy, and the growth of my latest cut frames my features so approproately. His products are wonderful, and the ambience and cleanliness in the salon keeps me eager for my future visits! Thanks for everything James Joseph!!! read more

James is truly wonderful! He saved my hair damaged by bad color job done somewhere else. When he gave me a haircut afterwards, he literally almost cut single hair by single hair, making sure that everything was perfect... Expensive but worth it. read more

The last time I had short hair was over a decade ago. The short haircut was so bad that I feared ever going short again. Nevertheless, the idea of a short haircut came to my mind over the last year or so. I kept both thinking about it and pushing it aside afraid of having a bad hair cut experience yet again. A friend of mine recently recommended James to me and spoke wonders about him. The decision was made then, I would attempt a short haircut again! I went to James about three weeks ago and I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience and haircut. The experience: James is a professional, knowledgeable, and wonderful individual. He took the time to listen and look over the ideas I had for the haircut I wanted. He summarized what he was going to do with my hair before even getting started with the cut, just to make sure we were on the same page. The haircut: James cut about 2/3 of my hair. I went from long to short and LOVED IT. The cut he did is fun, refreshing, and summery like. I have wavy hair and the cut matched it perfectly. It also needs little 'maintenance'. I can pull it back or leave down and be comfortable with both. If you are looking for something different, fun, but reliable then you should totally go to James. You will have nothing but positive things to say about it. ~Norma read more

James is a genius! I have been going to him for almost a year now and he ALWAYS makes my hair look fabulous. I have naturally curly hair which other stylists almost always get wrong, but James knows exactly what to do without me having to tell him. I am so glad I found him! Best haircut you will ever get, hands down!! He is a master of his craft! read more

Mikey is the BEST!! Extremely passionate about his work and listens to exactly what you're looking for . . . then does it better!! Love my hair . . . you ROCK, Mikey!! read more

The minute I wanted into the salon, James and his wife made me feel right at home! Everything from the extremely comfortable red gown that's worn during to haircut (to avoid all those itchy hairs getting down the shirt) to the consultation James has with his clients to get to know them, you can truly tell this is his passion. He took my damaged hair, and made it healthy again. Some may say it's pricey but the beauty of it is James cuts and colors hair so you don't need to keep coming in for touch ups. Truly is not trying to rip you off like some salons, and sticks to low maintenance, beautiful hair masterpieces. Highly, highly recommend ! read more

James is amazing! The haircut is so good you do not need to go back in 4 to 6 weeks but can wait 3 to 4 months. He even got my cowlick to behave. Will be going back for color in a few weeks. read more

James DeRiggi is the best. I have fine hair and he always styles it to prefection