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    Steven Deer Salon

    4.7 (33 reviews)
    ModerateHair Salons
    Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    My fresh blowout and trim with Steven!

    I'd just like to start this off by saying I am always incredibly anxious when booking with a new stylist from a series of unfortunate experiences with my thick natural hair so I was super nervous for my first time with Steven. Well that uneasy feeling went away immediately the moment I walked in the door. The salon is so inviting just like Steven. He was on time and everything from the super relaxing and thorough wash to my shape up, trim, and blowout was absolutely immaculate. He had the energy that made me feel like the first client of the day even though he squeezed me into his last appointment spot for the evening. He was so gentle with the blowout and flat iron. My hair has never felt so smooth and healthy! I will absolutely return.

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    Cashon M.

    For starters I will say I love and am obsessed with my hair!!!! Not only does it look good but it actually feels heathy which was extremely important to me!! Steven was extremely accommodating and able to fit me in his schedule without any hassles. He not only does impeccable work but you can tell he is truly passionate about what he does and making sure his client is 100% satisfied! If you're looking to get your hair colored, cut, styled and blow dried then Steven Deer Salon is the place to go. I was there for quite some time but because he's so welcoming our conversations flowed naturally, never did I have a dull moment with him, I truly enjoyed his company the whole time! I officially found where I will be getting my hair done for good!! I totally recommend him 1000%!!!

    Patrice H.

    Excellent service. I called the morning of October 27th after searching the internet for over 2 hours for a salon that worked with natural hair, that had great reviews. First, let me say that the salon is in a great location. I'm not from Chicago, I was there visiting a friend, and it was easy to find and in a walk-friendly area. The salon was clean and organized, and the stylist were all friendly. I wanted a blow out, trim, and highlight and was nervous because it was my first time getting any color treatment on my hair. I was immediately put at ease by Steven, and he assured me that my trust in giving him discretion on my hair with the highlights was well placed. I had no idea on the color of highlights I wanted/needed for my skin tone or anything. ...fast forwarding, my hair has never looked better. He did a trim and it was a TRIM, not a cut. It was important to me to keep the length of my hair and he did. He also recognized that I did not need super high heat on my hair as it is already easy to straighten. My hair is still super soft after having all over highlights. The highlights look better each day. I'm truly amazed and will be flying from Charlotte to Chicago in January for a touch up (if needed) and a blow out again. It has been so hard to find someone who hit all the key points in doing my hair that I have no problem flying back out to get my hair done. All I can say is THANK YOU! I've been getting compliments ever since I got back home.

    Jessica L.

    This is by far the best, most friendly and beautiful salon I have been in. From the moment I walked in to when I left, I was continuously impressed. I walked into the hair salon with damaged hair from well water. My mornings used to consist of aggrevation and sadness while I combed out knots. I started hating my hair. I was anticipating being scolded by such high end and talented stylists, but instead they were very positive, kind and optimistic about getting my hair healthy again. I first had a great consultation with Gina and did not feel rushed one bit. The salon is very open, bright and colorful, and I felt very comfortable. I was also offered cofee and water. I had a much needed Malibu and deep conditioning treatment. The heaters felt relaxing, not too hot and they didn't dry my eyes out like some others can. The sinks were also gentle and didn't leave my neck hurting the next day. Gina then gave me am amazing haircut and style. I have never seen my hair with such natural shine and beauty. I was in the salon weeks ago and it still feels amazing. The products that were used and the talent of Gina are unparalleled. I was blown away!! Even though I mainly worked with Gina, I still had a great time talking to Steven and his other stylists. Steven knows everything about Chicago and healthy living and was an absolute pleasure to talk to. The quality of this salon is superb, parking is easy and you feel like a rockstar from start to finish. THANK YOU so much to everyone at Steven Deer!!!!

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    Inessa Z.

    I came to the Steven Deer salon on a Yelp recommendation. The Salon has its own special mood, a very pleasant welcoming atmosphere and stylish design. My respect to the owner. Steven is a Wonderful Hair Stylist, very attentive and accurate. Golden Hands. Looks like I finally found what I was looking for. Satisfied and will recommend to everybody.

    I hadn't been to a shop to get my hair done for a long while and couldn't find anyone until my sister referred me to Steven Deer! I knew that I had hair damage and felt I would need he works...relaxer, color, cut, etc. I needed an early morning appointment which Steven accommodated...THAT was the first good sign! 7am and he was there and ready to go! Such a positive and energized atmosphere was in the Salon! Steven not only styles hair but he believes in HAIR CARE! He relaxed my hair only in areas where he felt it was needed...unlike other stylists that would have gone in and just put in a relaxer. He gave me wonderful highlights, a hip cut and devised an ongoing plan for the health of my hair! I'm looking forward to my next visit! I highly recommend Steven Deer to anyone who's looking for a new stylist!!! (DIANE J.)

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    Worst Salon experience I have ever had! Long wait, rude and sloppy service, and way overpriced.

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    I really appreciate his ability to tame my long, thick natural hair without a lot of extreme heat and excessive tugging.

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