Mikal cut and highlighted my hair. One thing I've never had was a stylist teach me what each product 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. read more

I came here for my hair and makeup trial. The vibes on the phone were so good! I felt really excited. 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. read more

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I went in for an appt with Heidi to go from brunette to blonde. I specifically stated that I wanted to keep my brunette as the base and roots. However, my entire head was bleached and my hair was yellow with orange on top. My hair was then toned to "fix it" and then I ended up with blue hair. I then had to leave with yellow/blue hair & come back to have it fixed for the 3rd time. Since I realized I wasn't going to get what I originally wanted, I decided to go for ashy blonde with lavender. See the picture below of what I showed to the stylist. Fast forward and my hair looks nothing like the picture and I have a weird base color on top. Not sure why the base color was added!? In the picture shown there is all-over color. I paid $225 and still didn't get what I asked for. Let's fast forward- I have so many colors going on in my hair. It's a mess. I went to a salon with true color specialists and was told I need a massive color correction. I got multiple opinions from various stylists and they all said the same thing-massive color correction needed. It's going to cost me $300 to fix my hair because it's a disaster. I don't recommend this salon & I don't plan on ever going back. read more

My stylist Natalie did an amazing job! very patient and made sure everything was perfect before I walked out. If there was an option to give 10 stars I would! Highly recommend! read more

This is a very nice hair salon which is something that I'm not used to. I hate to admit it, but I usually go to quick hair cut chains because I don't have the patience to set up a hair appointment. I'm the type of person that would rather just get in and get out and avoid all of the hassle. But I was in the area and just happened to call to see if they accept walk-ins. Although they usually prefer appointments they were able to accommodate me if I came in before a certain time. Jeremy cut my hair and did a fabulous job! He seemed extremely knowledgeable in not only what kind of hair style would look good for me, but also about hair products in general. And this place does sell a lot of hair products specializing in a lot of organic and even some gluten free products. Yeah, gluten free. I didn't know it existed either. I would highly recommend this place and Jeremy. My haircut ran me about $44 but I didn't get the shampoo or blow dry or blow out or whatever it's called. #SimpleHair read more

I have thick South American curly hair and it's a challenge for most stylist. I also happen to have a BFA in fine art and set out to make my hair the color purple. It takes a lot to impress me with color and thankfully Heidi (my hero) has the skills. I'm really happy to found her! She's got artistry and a clear vision. The complexity of colors and tones applied to my hair was an artistic dream come true. Thank you again Heidi!!!!!! read more

I wanted to try highlights with organic products, so I made an appointment with Suzanne and my hair turned out great. Cute and fun place. Typical pricing. First timer discount on any product. You also get referral cards to give to friends in order to get 20% off your next visit. Plus your friend gets 20% off as well. What I like about Suzanne is that she really focuses on your hair, and doesn't talk the whole time. I mean, when I am drawing or painting, I need quiet in order to focus. Seems like it would be the same for creating hairstyles. She is also super sweet. I highly recommend. read more

Went here for the first time to get my hair done for my wedding (Debi did an amazing job with my thick, curly hair!) Since then (5 years ago), Heidi is my stylist and I drive from Arlington Heights just to make sure my hair is cut right! She has also colored it for me. I've had a lifetime of bad cuts, styles, etc., because of this curly disaster, but Heidi knows her stuff! All I want is low-maintenance, which is a lot to ask for when you have curls, but she gets it right. Everyone at the salon is friendly, the atmosphere is nice, and I love that they use organic products. I also had Keera give me some color once, and she was fantastic too, overall I'd trust any of the women to work on my hair because you know they know what they are doing, Debi doesn't hire people who are inexperienced. It's a hike for me to drive back to Elmhurst, but it's worth it to know I'm not going to walk out looking like a poodle! I'll keep going back to My Friend's Place forever! read more

Review for Nails By Fran: Terrible customer service. 1. She rarely answers her phone 2. Canceled on me twice & one of the cancelations I showed up for & she ended up canceling right then & there. 3. Insincere apology 4. Seems so frazzled 5. Unorganized 6. Not attentive I will not recommend her to anyone. Her services unfortunately reflect this salon only because she does not have her own private salon/business/bldg. I understand things come up & people get confused, but c'mon it took me 3 days to get a hold of her followed by 2 last min cancellations. read more

I've been going to My Friend's Place for about 13 years now. I actually live in Chicago, but I make the trip out to Elmhurst every month for a cut and color because the salon is so fabulous. The prices are reasonable, the salon itself is very welcoming, and the stylists are all very nice people who do amazing work. I have always been 100% satisfied with the service I receive here. I also HIGHLY recommend my stylist, Amanda, who is a fantastic person and an extremely talented stylist. read more

I went to see Nicole. I did my research, and I felt like her experience and age would work well. I got in there and instantly I felt welcomed. The staff was very sweet and did not feel overly intimidated by the Salon like other Salons I've been too. I met Nicole and we hit it off. She cut my hair like no other. I have naturally thin hair, but she cut my hair in a way where I had no split ends but still carried volume. I will be returning because I want to see what Nicole does to my hair for color. Side note: I recommended my mom to see Nicole. We book an appt for a cut and color. Nicole calls my mother before the appt so she can get a better idea of what we meant my color. They talked and discussed about what my mom had in mind. That is amazing customer service! Nicole is beyond amazing and truly cares! Ps- It is pricy for a haircut and style, but its completely worth it read more

I've been going to this salon since I moved to Elmhurst and I must say, I'm in love with my stylist. Kiera is friendly, always has an appointment, reasonably priced, and best of all....cuts my hair better than anyone I've ever had. The salon itself could use a bit of an update interior wise but I'll look past that for the great cut. If you're in the area, try it out! read more

I am a loyal customer of My Friend's Place since 2007 and do not trust any other salon with my hair! My stylist Debi is very knowledgeable and provides great feedback on my style requests. She has styled and colored my hair with lengths from halfway down my back to ear length to shoulder length. She is awesome with my naturally curly hair and always styles it so I can also straighten it. Going to My Friend's Place is a real treat and I always leave looking and feeling fabulous! Liked: Location, easy to schedule apointments, wonderful service, friendly staff Disliked: Nothing! read more

Fantabulous!! Was looking for a great place to go. Asked a friend who has lived in the area for many years and she recommended Debi and the girls at My Friends Place salon. My friend is my friend for a reason, and she was spot on! So hard to find a really really good place to go and this is it. Have my hair cut and colored by Debi and she just absolutely gets it. As does Nicole. No one does a blow out or style like them. Always so happy when I leave. They use organic products so it is gentle with minimal/no damage. Never a heavy up-sell on product but very helpful if you have a question about one you'd like to purchase. Fun atmosphere to while away the time while getting beautified. It's also fun to follow them on Facebook because you can see what they've got going on. From the latest styles clients have received, to specials they are running and giveaways/raffles! So go like 'em on FB! You'll be glad you did. Love this place, will continue to go forever. Thanks ladies :0) read more

I am very upset with this place. They damaged my hair while making curls. One section of my hair is severely burnt, it changed its texture and will probably break at some point. It's been a few month since the service and I can't recover that burnt section of my hair, nothing helps. The curling iron that the stylist used was old, it barely worked and could not hold a curl, so she was spraying my hair with hairspray as crazy while having her curling iron on heigh heat holding it for a long time, my hair got burnt. It's very unfortunate that I went to a salon where specialists work, I paid the money for a professional service only to end up with a stylist who did not invest in their curling iron and damaged my hair so badly. If you do not maintain your tools then maybe this business is not for you. I treat my hair very carefully and have long locks that require time and dedication and for somebody to just burn it is beyond bad. When I go to a hair salon I expect a stylist to take care of my hair, that's what I pay for. Very very disappointed and would not recommend it to anyone. Although the stylist was nice and talkative, I did not come there for a chitchat, I came to style my hair, damaging a client's hair is a huge fail. I would pay any money to recover my hair. read more

Love it! Jeremy, my stylist was the best!!! Cute / cozy salon. 3 very one was friendly and seemed like a little family, loved the atmosphere and my finished color!! Give them a try. read more

My Friend's Place Salon - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

HORRIBLE!! DO NOT GO HERE!!! I went here for homecoming and the lady that worked with me was so RUDE! I first walked in and thought the place was some what cute for Elmhurst and I thought they'd actually do a good job due to reviews on google/yelp. So I went in and saw the lady that was doing my hair and I showed her a picture of what I wanted for my hair and let me just tell you guys my hair is very long and frizzy so due to the fact that I just got out of the shower and it's very curly in general the lady said she would straighten it and curl it. First of all she didn't straighten it at all, when you don't straighten my hair and you curl it , it's still frizzy... how can you not understand simple directions...... so when she first started she said wow you have so much hair and so she had an appointment 15 minutes after me so it was 15 minutes before and the lady asked the other person who was doing hair saying very disrespectfully . She has so much hair.. can you help me, making me feel bad for the summoning of hair I have. So when the lady said no. She rushed and used the wrong curling iron that makes my hair poofy. So I left upset I was crying. WHAT A WAST OF 60$ AND RUINED MY HAIR FOR HOMECOMING. DO not come here. read more

Good job on the blowout, but was charged $5 over the list price...not sure why! Prolly won't be back because of that. I should have checked and questioned when I was there but I was in a hurry. My fault, but $40 for a blowout on medium length hair. I don't think so read more

My Friend's Place Salon - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

I've been going here for a couple of years now. Although I'm never consistent with one stylist, I've never had a bad experience. I've had cut, from simple to having almost 8 inches cut, and every time I've loved it. The one time I had highlights and the stylist did a great job with the color, so that it looked sunkissed... just what I was looking for. Everyone is so professional and friendly, I would never go anyplace else. read more

Suzanne is the best! She has been cutting and coloring my hair for years now, and I am always excited to go see her because she always knows what I want. She is a magician with color, and is so experienced; not afraid to try fun ideas. The last time I went, she did some vibrant pink and purple chunky highlights, and I absolutely loved it! And the color stayed until the next time I went, like 2 months. I couldn't believe it! And her blow drying skills are to die for! I don't want to wash my hair for days after she does a blow it because it is AMAZING!!! Suzanne is also just a kind hearted women who always make me feel relaxed. Suzanne is the best and always makes me feel beautiful :))))) read more

I was very lucky when I stumbled into this Salon years ago. Since then it really has embodied it's name. My Friend's Place is where I go to get my hair colored and cut, but I come out with so much more. I have had my thin and fair hair cut to take on wave and look thicker. Debi knows the science of hair and the way or body chemistry changes. She and her staff continue their education to bring out the best and a head of the rest. The Organic products this salon uses and sells have made a huge difference in my scalp. Very grateful and very lucky to have a place where my friends are at. read more

This review is for Frannie @ 'Nails by Fran'. She's such a sweetheart and always does a fantastic job on my toes - very detailed and always neat. Her color selection is fantastic. read more

Giana is fantastic! I came to the salon in desperate need of color. She listen to what I wanted and I love the outcome! I've never even heard of balayage until I looked at the salons site and did some research and I'm so glad I did. My hair hasn't looked this good in a long time! Very much recommend Giana and the salon! read more

Go see Nicole. Seriously, this little lady is so talented she is an artist to put it in better terms. Her skills for color exceeded my expectations and I am beyond thrilled with my new look. I call her my hair stylist soul mate! Not many people can do balayage (it's a true talent) and vivids (pinks, purples, Kylie Jenner greens) but this girl knows her stuff. I highly recommend her for anything from a basic cut to fun colors or even basic colors, she can do anything. read more

Debi, the own, consistently does a GREAT cut that is suited to my hair, face shape and personality. Her organic color products last a long time and stay true to color really well. I look forward to each appointment and I'm never disappointed read more

This salon is in a great location. All of the stylists are amazing. My particular favorite is Keera. She does great cuts and colors. I bring my three kids in for cuts and she always makes them feel special while cutting their hair. read more

I love my new haircut. I found my favorite hair stylist! My hair has a mind of its own and I was always scared to get layers buy thanks to Giana I love my layers. Can't wait to get it colored in 2 weeks! read more

This place is incredible. They are super friendly and really accomplish the goal of pleasing clients. As soon as I walked in they offered to take my coat and asked me if I needed any coffee, tea, etc. My hair has been through a lot and I knew that it would be a long process to get it back to a healthy, natural color. Suzanna knew exactly how to fix my hair, and she explained everything she did along the way. The other clients in the salon were happy as well and the staff was friendly. My hair looks great, and I would recommend this place for sure. read more

My work is being represented as the salon but I just want to make it known that I no longer work there. I just don't want to mislead people. -NicolePaintsHair read more

Was referred to Debbie from a close friend when I moved to Oak Brook! She highlighted my hair for my wedding in October and I trusted her so much I let her cut 8 inches off my length the next visit! No regrets here!!!! Thanks Dianna for telling me about My Friend's Place! read more

This salon is great. Very hospitable, offered me tea and took my jacket right away. Suzanne did my highlights and she was awesome! I love how they look and she listened and did them exactly how I wanted. She was also so nice, would definitely recommend going here. read more

I hear nothing but good things about this salon! I look forward to seeing Giana for my winter hair !

I have been coming to this salon for years as has my family. I have had my color and cut done by different stylist and have never had a bad experience. Comfortable and friendly faces always. read more

I visited this salon for the first time today and I was very pleased. I booked an appointment with Keera as she was recommended by a friend and also had a good review on yelp. Keera was very friendly and listened to my hair concerns and also gave her feedback and ideas. I had highlights/lowlights and a cut. She did a thorough job but was fast at the same time. VERY happy with color and cut. I will be going back. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was that the costs was more than I was expecting. I will clarify price next time. read more

I have been going there for over 10 years. My hair style is always sharp and stylish. The service is great.

Great Salon!! Kiera is the best. :)

I've been a client at My Friends Place Salon for a quite a few years now. My stylist is Heidi and she is awesome! I've never been dissapointed in a cut or color shes done with me! If your looking for affordable prices and a great staff I highly recommend My Friends Place! read more

After searching yelp for a hair salon in EImhurst I decided to try My Friends Place based on all the positive reviews, I was not disappointed. From the moment I walked in until I left I felt like a valued customer. Their motto sums it all up: "May all who enter as guest, leave as friends". read more

The owner is a wonderful contributor to the community. The stylists are wonderful and they do always make you feel right at home.

I came in for an all-over color and highlights. The people working there were focused on their clients, which is great. Lindsey is the woman who worked on my hair. She finished up cosmetology school two years ago and works at My Friend's Place Salon under review in hopes of being able to become a part of the staff. She was very nice and had conversations with me while working conscientiously. Lindsey does her work in a neat and gentle manner, and that is very much appreciated! Mikel checked up on Lindsey throughout the process. She is experienced and provided great tips. Mikel is pleasant too! My all-over color and highlights turned out beautiful. It is subtle, but I left the salon with healthy hair and colors that suit me without being overpowering. I am very happy. Lindsey will make an excellent addition to the staff. It is evident that she is passionate about working with hair. When you love what you do, it shows. read more