If you need to unwind before you get home, this is the spot. Jaylin is awesome behind the bar…read more Downtown Elmhurst just a few steps away....grab dinner, catch a movie or just people watch...quaint lil room. Nicely furnished.

Went to effigy for first time on Friday. Had Anna F for men's haircut. She did a fantastic job…read more The entire place is very relaxed but still super professional. Felt comfortable and at ease. Would highly recommend Effigy & Anna. Glad I've found a good, new spot!

Alter Ego Hair Design is the Very Best! Both Erin and Caitlin do amazing work. My hair extensions…read moreare beautiful and the quality of work is top notch! Erin has taken my fine, limp and over processed hair to a new level. From extensions, to color, to a new cut, SHE HAS IT ALL! She is a professional and a truly kind and wonderful person! You will NOT be disappointed with any of the services offered at Alter Ego.

Emily cut my hair recently and I was very pleased with the cut and the service. I had one of those…read morebad hair days and scheduled an appointment that same afternoon. I came a few minutes early and was seen right away, with no wait. I asked Emily what she thought I should do with my hair and she said she really liked my current cut and suggested a trim, taking off a half-inch. I was pleased with her honest judgement: I had gotten a cut in Montreal a few months back and was very happy with the cut except it was overgrown. She trimmed it quickly yet skillfully, blow dried my coarse wavy hair into a flattering style and then trimmed and textured the ends so the cut lays well. Best of all, my hair looks great even when I don't heat-style it. Dried naturally, the waves are nicely layered and just seem to fall into place--a sign of a good cut. I've tried a lot of places in Elmhurst, but this is the first place where I've gotten a great cut at a reasonable price ($35 with first-time customer discount, not incl. tip). This isn't a cutting-edge, hyped up salon--it's a comfortable, relaxed place, mostly patronized by middle-aged moms like me (as far as I could tell from my weekday afternoon visit). No frills, easy-going, no blasting music, no product-pushing. Just a great cut and great service. I'll be back! Disclosure: I will receive a $20 discount (or 20%, I can't remember) for this review, but I'd give Emily and the salon five stars anyway!

So words can't explain how amazing these girls are at Stella rose ! My daughter got me hooked…read more My hair is beautiful great cut amazing color. My daughter is an absolute huge fan she just got a hair cut new bangs. She looks like Heidi Klum. If your looking for a great salon amazing prices go to Stella rose they do not disappoint. I have gone to mario Tricoci , Charles Ifergan. ( worst ever ). This place is hands down the best. Customized service and best hair products. Love love love this place !

The salon is beautiful, very clean and tidy stations. I have struggled finding a stylist that I am…read morehappy with but Nina is experienced and passionate about what she does.Takes care of you 100%. Always does a fantastic job on my hair and makes me feel welcomed. I definitely recommend!

Mikal cut and highlighted my hair. One thing I've never had was a stylist teach me what each…read moreproduct was for AND WHY I'm using it. Usually they just try selling it because they use it. She was very thorough and explained why she was cutting the way she was to benefit my hair type the most. Great experience and I love the Awaken products.

I came here for my hair and makeup trial. The vibes on the phone were so good! I felt really…read moreexcited. When I arrived I was met at the door by the "bridal expert" I felt like I was a burden right away. She was annoyed my hair was still somewhat wet and she said to make sure I wash it the night before and to tell all my bridesmaids to wash it the night before. Ok, not an issue. The makeup portion went fine we had a good conversation, so things were looking up. I think she did a great job on my eyes, but I really wanted some great contouring and I don't think she did that. Hair, this is where we went downhill. She said my hair was dry. I apologized and promised to use product before the wedding. She said not to use product the week before because she wouldn't be able to do anything with it, I've never heard of such a thing. I asked for two pieces left out to curl to frame my face. While trying to curl them she said she didn't like these pieces and asked if she can just CUT them off! She was frustrated I didn't have extensions. And I told her I was open to them if it was needed to achieve the look and if she couldn't do that without them to focus on either the updo part or just curl the bottom. Idk why, but she teased the bottom. It looked like a rats nest. I don't understand how she could leave it like that. How would that make me want to come back with my bridal party!? Maybe I was just an inconvenience and she didn't want me to come back? Really disappointed. As soon as I saw it I said thank you and paid $150. I didn't bother to comment or ask her to change anything cause at that point I knew I'd be going elsewhere.

Loved my blowout. They were fast and so knowledgeable. I will definitely be coming back!read more

I have been going to Betty's for 2 years. Love this spot. My hair always looks amazing from their…read more blowouts, beachwaves to curls. They never disappoint. I do their monthly blowout program and enjoy not doing my own hair. My daughter comes with too and we get so many compliments.

Great service, and have been more than happy of how my hair has turned out. Totally recommend them.read more

I have always been extremely nervous about getting my hair done, pathetically similar to how people…read moreare scared of the dentist. However, Nicolette Cimaglia has done an outstanding job each and every time. Her confidence and skillset keeps me calm every appointment, and I fully trust her with my hair. So much so, that at my last appointment I simply went in and said, "Do what you think would look best"... The results were stunning! She knows exactly what she is doing and paints my hair smoothly and with ease. I was more than satisfied with the outcome of my cut and balayage/ombré. Nicolette is so talented and provides great advice for aftercare as well. Not to mention, the salon is very well-kept, clean, and cute. Her partner Emily also does a fantastic job from all I have seen! I will no longer go to anyone else, pledging my loyalty to her talent! In fact, I have even traveled home from my school in Nebraska just for a hair appointment. I would highly recommend her to anyone, especially if you are looking for a more creative hairdo! They do a variety of services as well from color to cuts to blowouts to extensions. Follow their instagrams if you want to see more: @hairbynicolettec @stylesby.ne @hairbyemilyf

Expect nothing but the best at this salon! They don't use cheap products, they do their research,…read morekeep informed of the industry standards and their team members are all super chill and not pretentious. My curls are forever grateful to them.

I have been going to Judith B every three weeks for about a decade. I followed my longtime stylist…read moreRita after she moved to this salon and I could not be happier. Rita is a gem. She really listens to you and gets to know your hair. She is the least judgemental person I have maybe ever met and I have always been at ease to tell her whatever I need regarding changes in my hair and lifestyle. I have always been absolutely thrilled, every single time I've left her chair. I'm a client for life!

I cannot even begin to describe the experience I had with Gina. She was amazing. Professional and…read morePerfection in one. She made sure to have an initial consultation with me to understand my needs. The appointment Day was nothing short of perfect. She is a miracle worker!!!! After my appointment, I couldn't even believe the results. I have gotten a ton of compliments. Thanks for everything Gina! You're the best :)

I've found my forever stylist in Gina Pak Bryan!!! I saw her at Modern Luxe Beauty Bar last weekend…read moreto get my hair highlights and a new cut. Well she knocked it clear out of the park with both cut and color. Gina knows her products like no other, and she helped me every step of the way with choosing both my color (we decided on peacock turquoise) and cut, she gave me the perfect cut for all of my hair issues and worries. I couldn't have been happier, all my friends were asking where I went and who I saw. I proudly told them to go see my girl Gina!!

From the moment I walk into Haute Hairstyle I feel welcomed and when sit in Kari's chair, I feel…read moreheard and understood.  Kari truly has a gift for listening to my needs and translating them into a style that perfectly suits my hair type, lifestyle, and personality. Kari is very talented from special occasion hair design she has an incredible eye for detail, ensuring every cut is precise and flawless. Leaving Haute Hairstyle, I always feel pampered, confident, and excited to show off my new look. The consistency of Kari's work is remarkable--I can always trust that I'll walk out with a stunning, perfectly executed style.  I can't recommend Kari enough! If you're looking for a stylist who is attentive, skilled, and genuinely cares about making you look and feel your best, look no further schedule to see Kari NOW!

I love Haute Hairstyle! Kari is the best! She does an amazing job every time. The salon is…read morerelaxing and quaint. I won't go anywhere else!

Want a stylist who will LISTEN to you and cut your hair as you want it done? Lisa is a very…read moretalented and professional stylist who knows what looks best on her customers but never ignores what the client wants! A rare find these days. The shop is very neat and clean and Lisa is always on time with her appointments. Another rare find in salons these days!

I am nearing 60 and my hair was so thin, looked so bad, that I had decided to wear wigs the rest of…read moremy life. I bought a couple of wigs that looked ok, and I first went to Lisa about 6 months ago to have her style my wigs, something that she is noted for. Instead, she gave me my hair back. My hair was so thin, that I couldn't get a hairdresser to agree to give me a perm for fear of losing my hair altogether. But Lisa gave me a perm and color on the same day. She was so confident that it would be fine, that I didn't worry. Boy, was she right. My hair looks amazing. I have not gotten compliments on my hair in years, until I went to Lisa. I have not once worn a wig since the day I stepped into her shop. My hair is healthy looking and I couldn't be happier. I can't recommend her highly enough. If you need help with your wigs, go to Lisa...she is KNOWN for working with wigs and hairpieces. If you have thinning hair, go to Lisa...she can make your hair almost seem thick again, having been in business for many years, she has the experience and knowledge to make your thin hair as good as it can be. If you have all but given up on your hair, and feel destined to wear wigs the rest of your life, do yourself a favor, do what I did...go to Lisa...she can change your hair and maybe change your life. You couldn't ask for more in a hairdresser. Thanks, Lisa. I will be ever grateful to you. You are the best!!