SHY was an amazing experience from the moment they answered the phone to schedule an appointment for my wife's haircut until the second they were done making her hair look gorgeous! Super polite, fast and friendly on the phone. Accommodated my scheduling request with ease. Followed up with the reminder the day of! The haircut itself looked amazing. It was a surprise for Mother's Day and my wife is super happy with the experience. They also recommend a special shampoo for her type of hair. They started and finished right on time and everything went great! Shout out to Liz Hernandez for spectacular work! Would absolutely recommend it to anybody! A well deserved !!! read more

I have never written a review about any business, but I was so dissatisfied with SHY Salon that I have to now. I was looking for a salon that uses Devines products, and Sarry was great when I called. After he colored my hair, I said that I thought it was too dark. He told me to wash it a few times and call him if I was still unhappy. When I called him a few days later to say that I wanted to come back in, he offered me that afternoon, which I couldn't do but said that I would call back when I could look at my calendar (I was driving) I called and texted him several times after that and he totally ghosted me! On my last VM, I asked him to please give me the courtesy of a return call or text. He did neither! I owned a successful business for 25 years and would never have treated a client so rudely. He should be ashamed of himself for being childish! read more

Part of me wants to gatekeep Tricia but I'll be a girls girl. As a redhead with blonde lashes and brows, I know firsthand how hard it is to find the right esthetician. Let me save you the trial and error--GO TO TRICIA! I've had my fair share of brow tints that turned out way too dark, way too red, and lash lifts that left my lashes feeling crunchy. Tricia is truly a unicorn. She works her magic every. single. time. Her lash lifts are hands down the best I've ever had. My lashes stay soft, hydrated, and perfectly curled with the most natural-looking lift. I get compliments on them constantly thanks to her work. And the brows--this has always been my biggest struggle. Finding someone who can nail the right balance of color and longevity is almost impossible. But Tricia gets it right every time. She's a perfectionist, and she won't let you leave until you look and feel your best. If you're picky about your lashes and brows (like me), and care at all about your face, trust me--you'll be so glad you found her. read more

I had a facial as well as wedding trial makeup services done at SHY salon by the magnificent Tricia Davis a couple weeks ago and my skin has never felt or looked BETTER! She took such care in listening to my skin concerns and recommended some really great products to me. She was super knowledgeable overall. Also, I brought in several reference photos of makeup that I liked for my upcoming wedding and she was able to combine my ideas with her own vision to create a stunning and glowy makeup look. I'm super excited and confident I'll look great on my big day. SHY salon is also such a cute and peaceful place, I will definitely be coming back to see Tricia and for more services in the future! Don't sleep on this place! read more

I've been a client for 9 ish years now. One of my favorite things about Sarry's salon is that he, as the owner, not only keeps himself well educated with the latest trends and products, but he's also not afraid to try new things More often than not, I leave thrilled with my cut and color. Because Sarry is a human, there have been a couple of times I haven't been completely thrilled with how my hair turned out. Because he is a complete professional, he graciously fixes what I wasn't happy about with a smile. If I'm being honest, I think sometimes I get a better service than I pay for. The salon is very clean, very friendly and getting my hair done is a pleasant experience and is constantly growing to offer more services. Extra kudos today for Sarry getting me in same day because of poor planning on my part. read more

AVOID Left with color on my face And an seriously unprofessional haircut a by a rude and smug and self-important jerk who told me all about his Colombian boyfriend and his business rent, but who couldn't be bothered to cut and color without going too dark and F-ing up my color and cut Zero excuses The nasty and trashy and played out nails he sports should clue you in read more

Dude is nice enough but definitely didn't do a full highlight, it was partial at best. He didn't cover my greys. He also didn't put the highlight mix right up to my scalp so now it already looks grown out, roots showing. I'll have to pay someone else to fix it and blend in the skunky chunks into the rest of my hair. *didn't ask for low maintenance, in fact other highlights I've gotten that have been subtle and taken longer to do grow out nicely and not starkly like this. I took this picture a week after, posted a review on Groupon shortly after the appt, but received no response. I get Sarry is trying to do as many haircuts & colors as he can as quickly as he can but for someone with super thick hair it takes longer to do a good job. Hopefully other people have different experiences. ‍ read more

SHY Salon And Spa - Women's Haircut and Style - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Who doesn't love a relaxing facial!? Donovan did a great job providing a comfortable and relaxing facial. He provided a consultation and tailored a treatment to my skin. My skin feels refreshed and looks great! Space was welcoming and everyone was super nice! read more

After 18 years with my former stylist/colorist I moved to Chicago and wanted to find a salon in my neighborhood to support. I found SHY Salon and stylist/colorist Liz. After my 3rd appointment with Liz on 11/17/2023, Sarry the owner checked me out and scheduled an appointment for me with Liz for 6 weeks later. I asked him if she would be working on an evening so close to NYE and he said yes and scheduled me for 6:00 pm on 12/29. One hour after I left the salon he texted me and told me that day had actually been Liz's last day and neither of them told me. Instead he told me she would be working, scheduled the appointment and then texted me the news. Deceiving a client into scheduling an appointment is disrespectful. I patronized the salon for Liz, I won't return for a dishonest owner. read more

I got my favorite haircut of my life here! Sarry is very knowledgeable and sweet, and advised me on how to take my hip-length hair to a more flattering and voluminous looking cut. Thanks so much! read more

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I saw Hayley for a facial, and the service was amazing. She was very kind, professional, and educated. The space was very cleanly and comfortable. I definitely recommend her. read more

Popped in for a quick trim and Tomas was incredible. So accommodating and kind. Gave me a gorgeous trim and walked out feeling beautiful! read more

SHY Salon And Spa - Fresh haircut - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great vibes! Daniel did a great job with my hair!! I'm super happy with my cut and the styling tips given.

I came in with a Groupon and got baby lights for my first time (along with a light dusting on the ends). Tomas did an amazing job! I liked how he got as close to the root as possible, the toner he chose and overall how he handled my hair. I'll be back! read more

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I came in today to get my annoying ear hairs waxed,never had it done before.While waiting, Sarry the owner,offered multiple refreshments which took me by surprise! Super great service.The gentleman that did the waxing was very professional and informative about the process,it was fast and painless! Great staff! Great experience! I recommend this place and will be back! read more

Donovan is an absolute WONDER. I came in being embarrassed about the state of my face/skin and not only did I get helpful advice, soothing hands, and a relaxing environment, but the end result was night and day!!! Thank you SO much for everything!!! read more

I came in with bleached, blonde hair with about 1/2 inches of my natural, dark brown hair growing in. (not even an inch) What I wanted was for it to be blended into my blonde hair so that the line wasn't so harsh. Oh, and a trim. No biggie right? So, I go over this with Sarry and he agrees to smudge my roots out. Maybe I should've been more firm but I'm not sure if me saying I want it only about an inch of smudge was not enough for him to understand that. I ended up with almost 4 inches of smudge! All the way to my eyes damn near! He said it would be up to my brows.. (a very general area) I had never, ever spent less time in a chair than I have with him. Granted I had a "simple" color process in Sarrys own words, but the way he was parting my hair and slapping the paint on my head made me feel so unappreciated. He then brushed the color out to my ears and spread the color much farther than I wanted it to be. At this point I am hesitant to say anything, and during my process, he schedules an appointment with another patron 45 minutes later, leaving him rushing with my appointment. After he washes my hair, it felt nice, but once he dried it it felt so dry again. I didn't like that every moment he got it was an infomercial for Kevin Murphy. While he actually cut my hair he was so fast. Maybe 10 minutes tops. The only part he was careful about was the undercut that was meticulously cut by my previous hairstylist. Even then, I still felt that it was rushed. In the end, he did what he wanted while taking what I said with a grain of salt. This was the most expensive haircut and color I had ever paid for yet I didn't feel like it. The way that I part my hair and style it I can do no further because the color is pulled down so far. Half of my hair length is dark. I came in with 1/2 INCH roots. I felt rushed. I didn't feel appreciated. Maybe it was because he had someone right after me, but even with that, he could've had them wait. Instead of spending so much time promoting Kevin Murphy why don't you listen to what your patron actually wants. I ended up coloring my hair somewhere else to fix the mess he did to my hair, and the stylist remarked that my hair was so choppy that it looked like I cut my own hair at home. Never returning here. read more

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I just went here today and had such a great time. Sarry cut my hair and did a great job and also gave me soooo much helpful information about hair care and all kinds of cool things I had no idea about. The salon was super cute. Would recommend to anyone in the area. read more

I had the BEST experience here. Just moved to Andersonville and will definitely be my go to place because of Hunter. He gave me the best haircut I have ever received. I will always go back here in the future even if I leave Andersonville. So talented, so friendly, lucky to have found an appointment here. 1000/10 recommend! read more

Don't let the good reviews fool you. Stay away. My hair was butchered. And the advertised treatment was a failure. They offered to cut my poor hair again or redo the lie of a treatment! Time and money wasted. Buyer beware. read more

Coming back to update my review and include the new gal Taylor who did a fabulous job on my hair! I was in town for a short trip and needed some help after deciding to tone down the blonde I have had for over five years. Taylor gave me an excellent consultation. Seated with me face to face she gave me space to talk about what I wanted and how we might get there and managed my expectations so we were on the same page. During the process she was so kind, personable and the added hand massagers during the shampoo left me feeling like jello. It's so nice to see the staff expand here and continue to upgrade the way they do business. Thank you so much Taylor and Shy Hair read more

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I found SHY Hair Studio while perusing Groupon because I was a bit overdue for a cut and color. I love the ease of their online scheduling system which confirmed my appointment via text and email after calling on the phone! Sarry, the stylist and owner, transformed my hair into a lovely dark ash brown. He also did a magical layered haircut that gave my hair flow and volume! The environment is very pleasant and Sarry knows how to make you feel relaxed and comfortable with complimentary tea,coffee, or wine; and a massage chair while getting your hair washed. Parking was free and bountiful too! I highly recommend SHY Hair Studio, so don't be shy and come on by lol! :) read more

SHY Salon And Spa - Layered hair cut and color! Thanks Sarry! - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Worst haircut I have ever received. Honestly, Fantastic Sams does better work. It was as if every request was ignored. Atmosphere is snotty/elitist/arrogant. My opinion and directives, of my hair, were lost in the stratosphere....... There are thousands of salons, better off somewhere else. "Cleaning" out the closet and other things... This one goes bye bye! SorrySarry read more

I enjoyed my experience in this salon. Sarry listened to my concerns and worked together with me to execute a great haircut and balayage. I wanted something totally different and i'm very happy with the results. I loved the vibe in this salon and his dog Lola welcomed me at the door! Welcome to the neighborhood Sarry! read more

I can't believe I paid someone to give me a bowl cut. Not even a well done bowl cut. It's giving shelf.

i will NEVER go to this Salon again! i was asked to not come back simply because I rescheduled my appointment! the controlling and overbearing owner sent me a nasty text informing me he didn't want me back! i was a great customer whom tipped way over 20%! beware if this character! read more

Unfortunately, I have taken a while to write this review. I came to Sarry about 2 years ago in September or October for a cut and color through finding the new salon on Groupon. I usually LOVE my time with stylists I am very kind and chatty and I did enjoy most of my time there. I also am very easy to please with haircuts and color. I don't ask for much, but the one thing I do point out is that my hair is fine and my face is WIDE and I do not like to make my head look any bigger than it already is with a big face and curly hair. Sarry started cutting and cutting into layers. I said (as I always say) I just wanted light face framing if anything. His response? "I always say this.... the first time you come to me, you won't like your cut, the second time you will think it is ok, and by the third time you will love it and trust me" Well, I have never forgotten those words. Because my cut was so terrible I was traumatized. As I mentioned, my hair is fine and grows VERY slowly. For a year and a half I had to wear my hair in a bun or a half up half down because of the hack job that was done to my hair by Sarry. I have had multiple stylists confirm, it was VERY uneven and made no sense. I have told this story to multiple hair stylists who have slowly but surely been fixing his mess. All of them cannot believe what he said. You should always want the customer to feel great walking out. Sometimes what they want is unachievable and you leave disappointed. This was not the case. I feel bad leaving this review, but upon reading other reviews who have had similar experiences I feel like I have to. Also, please do not say I am not in your client list, I get your emails almost once a week and have PTSD every time. read more

This cute and welcoming neighborhood salon was such a treasure to find! SHY Hair Studio is competitively priced, and you are sure to walk out the door loving the results. Sarry did a gorgeous job with my hair! As a blonde I am particularly picky, so I am hesitant to trust new stylists. Sarry gave me the icy blonde locks I craved while maintaining the integrity of my hair. He was clear and concise about what he planned to do before he even touched my head, and the color and cut was executed efficiently but with great care. Sarry is warm, friendly and his enthusiasm shows how passionate he is about his job and making clients feel beautiful. I recommend without hesitation that you book your next appointment with SHY Hair Studio! read more

SHY Salon And Spa - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I meant to post a review a long time ago! (December 2016) But when I realized that I needed to book a hair appointment in my new hometown (Phoenix) I got so sad that I couldn't go back here! He did a beautiful job on my hair. It was dark brown and he made it a beautiful merlot red color. Also, he didn't chop off my hair but just cleaned up the ends and gave me long layers. This is the type of salon when you leave you feel amazing and fresh. If I'm ever in Chicago visiting I would try stopping in and getting color/cut or both done. Such a nice welcoming hair salon. read more

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Sarry did a great job on my hair. For turning my dark hair to ash blonde in just one session, that's pretty amazing! He also uses good hair products. I definitely recommend him. read more

I can't believe it took me so long to write this review! I have been seeing Sarry for about a year and a half now after wandering in when it first opened. When I walked in I had lost maybe 50% of the hair on the back of my head from a terrible bleach which no one had been able to help with. To put this in perspective the hair on the back of my head was maybe 2 inches long and ruined and my wedding was a mere 1.5 years away. Sarry was able to not only style my hair so the damage was less noticeable but he was able to nurse my hair- which several stylists had told me to cut off- back to health. My wedding is now a week away and my hair looks and feels like the damage never happened. I will probably never let anyone else touch my hair (Sarry is doing it for/attending the wedding) read more

There's not much more I can say that hasn't already been said here but I'll try! I hate getting my hair done (awkwardness of trying to make conversation with a stranger and sitting still for hours on end!) but I had so much fun at SHY yesterday! Sarry was easy and fun to talk to, his wonderful pup Lola was entertaining AND he got me out in an hour and a half (that's a cut, highlight, toner, dry and style!). I came in on a Groupon but left a loyalist. Almost can't wait until it's time to go back :) Oh! And I'm getting compliments everywhere I go! read more

I went here about a month ago but I forgot to write a review! One of my friends got a pretty dramatic haircut here and it looked fantastic so when I saw them offering blowouts on Groupon, I had to check it out! Sarry gave me my go-to Old Hollywood style curls with his amazing curling iron (Seriously, I have a ton of hair and he had it all curly in less than 10 minutes). He also took some of the bulk from my desperately in need of a cut mop at no additional charge! So unexpected and amazing of him; my head instantly felt lighter As for the blowout, my curls lasted through a miserable 8 hour flight to London and two nights out so I was thrilled! Sarry is really funny and easy to talk to and I would love to come back here again. He definitely knows what he's doing. read more

Had my first appointment at this salon today and couldn't have been happier with the experience. Tomas was was super friendly and efficient and gave me a great cut (which I desperately needed!). Definitely recommend! read more

Shy is amazing! I get my hair cut & colored here. Sarry also gives me life changing Brazilian Blowouts, yes guys can get them too! The conversation, atmosphere, and Kevin Murphy products are top notch. But the best part of the whole experience is his lovely dog, Lola! read more

Sarry put in some BEAUTIFUL extensions for me and I was amazed with the results. I'm not going to lie, being a natural redhead I was slightly nervous with getting the color matched right, but Sarry spent so much time talking about different options with me and explaining which colors would and would not work for me. When I got them in I was shocked at how natural they looked! Sarry creates such a vibrant and yet chill atmosphere and energy in his studio and he is so accommodating with hair needs, products, etc. He is a beautiful human inside and out and his studio reflects just that... a gorgeous and zen space with so much room for creativity with hair! read more

SHY Salon And Spa - Hair Fusion Extensions - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I went here today for the first time with a Groupon. The owner/stylist Sarry is awesome, kind, and hilarious. He also has a beautiful black labrador, who has kept me entertained during my visit lol. Sarry understood what I wanted and did such a great job with my haircut and color. Jamie did my nails really nicely. The lotion she used really helped my dry, ashy hands. It lasted longer than most lotions I have used. Overall, SHY Hair Studio will have a new regular from Elmwood Park. read more

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This was my first time going to Sarry, and it most certainly won't be my last. My hair was long, dead, and hard to manage. As soon as I sat in the chair he knew exactly what to do and what I wanted. After going from long hair, I know have it cut just above my shoulders and I absolutely love it! He is incredible, and the products he uses are amazing. 100% recommend him to anyone! read more

I've been searching for a new stylist ever since I moved to Chicago in 2013. After going almost a year without getting my hair done, I got a groupon for SHY Hair Studio. Sarry, the stylist and owner, took amazing care of me and my fine/thin hair. I walked into work today and got nothing but compliments on my new hair! I worked in the hair industry as a receptionist in highschool and college and I can say that I've only run into a few other stylists who have as much passion and talent as Sarry does. He's hardworking and made my hair look AMAZING! Already pre-booked my next appointment and recommended him to my friends and colleagues. read more

I have been going to Sarry (owner) for my hair for years and was thrilled to find out he got his own salon! He is the only person I trust with my hard to manage hair. The salon is beautiful and as usual, Sarry listened to exactly what I wanted while also offering his own creative touch. Thank you again for a great experience Sarry I love you!! read more