October 16, 2006

Salon U Chicago

Stylist Duschan Musikovski (Trio, Robert Jeffrey) is the mastermind behind this spot. Fully loaded video iPods, futuristic blow-dryers that drop from the ceiling, silent hair-dryers, and Kerastase treatments.

  Depaul, Beauty

October 1, 2008

Guise Chic Chicago

The salon/boutique swarms with stylists pointing out the latest from Loeffler Randall, Mackage, Missioni, Earnest Sewn, and more. They’ll give you a blowout (or shave, fellas) while they’re at it.

  Depaul, Beauty, Designer Clothing

September 22, 2008

Blo Dri Chicago

Blowouts on the cheap ($25-$35), flatironing, styling, cuts, color, and treatments to make your locks silky smooth. Purchase quality products like Farida B and Trinity — a skin care line from Jordan carried exclusively at Blo Dri.

  Near North Side, Beauty

September 25, 2007

Taylor Reese Salon Chicago

Maintain your mane with impeccable coloring, both natural (ask for Mouna) and edgy (go see Scott), using no foil. Yep, you heard it here first.

  Gold Coast, Beauty

June 17, 2005

Toujours Spa & Salon Chicago

Known for precise waxing (above and below the belt), this neighborhood spot doesn’t require an appointment and will treat you like a princess.

  Andersonville, Beauty