I went to Mylissa's using a YouSwoop coupon for a haircut. Location/Ambiance: I have to agree with other reviewers who mentioned that the location, while conveniently located in the Loop, is hard to find and is very atypical for a salon - it's basically just a small office converted into a tiny salon. However, it is clean and well-stocked and didn't feel weird. Hairstyle: My hairstylist - not Mylissa - was really nice and listened to me and was easy to talk to, I liked her a lot. The haircut itself was not the best I've ever had but it wasn't a disaster either - one weird thing was that I asked her to blow dry my hair straight and I have wavy hair but it's not impossible to straighten - as soon as I walked out the door a gust of wind messed it all up again! Summary: SO I wasn't really impressed and probably won't be going back to pay full price. read more

I did a photoshoot as a favor here so I can practice my photography. Needless to say, I got alot of practice. Parking for this area was....a challenge. At no fault of the salon, and for those that want to get a good cut and come here... be forewarned. There are some lots to park and some meters, but the train if you really need to use it, is close by. The building that its' in is older and ...classic is the word that comes to mind (I love old architecture.) Really friendly atmosphere, and the whole staff was social and welcoming. Mylissa her self shampooed and cut my hair, asking me how I liked it cut, and some of her products she was using. My hair looed great and didn't have that look of alot of product in it, even though she used alittle, which was all natural. I would probably ask if I had a choice during the shampoo, I think a hot towel on the face would be a cool addition. But everything else...full marks. I am sure she takes walkins as well as appointments but not sure. read more

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Mylissa's Little Gallery: I tried to love you. I wrote you a glowing Yelp review (just removed it) and referred friends to you after meeting you only one time. As it turned out, I was too quick to assume that your errors in scheduling for my first appointment (which started an hour past its scheduled appointment time) were a one-time occurrence, and I swept it under the rug after you went out of your way to offer me a much-needed eyebrow wax. I just went to Mylissa's for a second appointment this past weekend. Isabella (or a name similar to that) scheduled my appointment for 2pm with Mylissa. After arriving at 2pm, they asked me to come back at 3:30 for my cut/highlight appointment because I "wasn't in their books plus they were running a bit behind." I came back and waited. At 4:15, they shampooed me and sat me in the salon chair. At this point, I was notified that there was no time to fit in my highlights. I REALLY wish I would have been told this prior to spending OVER 2 HOURS WAITING. My hair was cut and blown dry (or half dry, at least) within 15 minutes. They offered to accommodate me by doing my highlights after-hours during the week to compensate for the scheduling mix-up, and told me to call with my schedule. I called. I left a message. Someone returned my call, spoke to me for a minute, then said she would "have to call me back in five minutes." They did not call back. I called, left a second message...still no call back. I'm not going to beg them to do my hair. There are hundreds of salons in this city, and even though I'm DYING to be a loyal client to one, this is not a good fit for me. I just made a color appointment elsewhere...oh, and they're going to fix the botched, rushed haircut, too. read more

I bought a Keratin YOUSWOOP AND called in the middle of the year..NO response..I set aside and forgot about it.. Just came across again and called.. it took days to get back to me..I asked about the Tues scheduling times and she said there isn't one although it is still on their outgoing message.. FINALLY scheduled and ended up with the flu..Didn't get a call back for 1 week exactly.. I JUST spoke to the girl who informed me their schedule is pretty booked for the rest of the year... I told her that's fine I will just trash it... She said I will get a call back later and we will see if I can update this review but quite frankly after the exchanges thus far I am probably going to just lose the money it cost... UPDATE...NO return call ..Lost $120.00 but they lost a potential new life time client... read more

Kinda sucks...my friend recommended the salon and I called to make an appointment for a highlight and ask a question...last week - I believe it was Thursday. No one picked up so I left a voicemail. No one called me back, so I guess new business is not important. read more

I bought a Swoop for a keratin treatment so I figured it was a good time to try the place. I have to say I was incredibly disappointed. maybe you get what you pay for, but the treatment left my hair feeling really gritty and dirty and I couldn't wash it for two days. Then, when I finally did wash it, it was like the treatment had never been done. I have had the Brazilian Blowout before this and I can say it was a million times better. I'm not sure if it was that it was tapped onto my hair at one or two places and then combed through, instead of actually getting all the hair...who knows. The girl who did my hair also seemed pretty uneducated about it, alot of "Ummm, you know..." when I asked questions. Would not recommend. read more

Yay! After going to about 20 different salons I finally found "the one". Mylissa has a lot of passion about hair and her business- I really appreciate that! A few things that were awesome- - She does cuts and highlights. Usually I have going to seperate people for both but I think its more cohesive when one person does it. - The salon is comfortable and scene-free. I prefer my scenes on Friday and saturday nights with a few drinks in me, not when I have tin foil on my head and an ill-fitted smock on. - Candace is a complete doll. I highly recommend her for facials or waxing. She did my eyebrows and they are the best they have looked in ages. -Where else would you get a handwritten note mailed to you thanking you for your business? I didnt even get that the last wedding I attended! - I have gotten a ton of complements on my hair and texts messages for her contact info... Anyway- go! read more

Mylissa is not only skilled but also genuine. This is her personal business and she has more incentive to care about its well-being and it shows. Very happy with her work and would highly recommend anyone to try her out. Thank you Mylissa. read more

I went here a few months ago, and I've been meaning to write a review. I went to Tina, not Mylissa. While I loved my cut, the color was not great. I got full highlights/low lights. When I got home and was looking at the color, I could see that it was a very poor job. I liked the color itself, but it must have been her technique that was off because around the crown of my head, I could see a lot of my natural (darker) hair color that had not been colored. It looked like I was already in need of a color job (where you see an inch or so of your natural color followed by old blonde coloring)! I don't usually see any "growth" for at least a month after I get my hair colored, so this was really disappointing. Also, I went on a Saturday morning, and it was just me and Tina in there, which was a little awkward because you feel like you need to talk or something to break the silence. I'm used to at least 1 other stylist working at other salons I've been to (or many stylists). But that's just me. She was really nice, but if I didn't have a You Swoop, I definitely would not pay full price for the color I got. read more

Mylissa did a fantastic job cutting my hair! I went here to use my youswoop that was expiring. My appointment was actually at 5PM, but I was running a bit late because of traffic and arrived at 5:20PM. Mylissa had started another client's haircut since I was a bit late so I waited for about 30 mins before my turn. It was fine because I was running late, not her fault at all for the wait. When I arrived, they took my coat, asked if I wanted any water, tea, etc, or magazines to read while I waited. Before my cut, they shampooed my hair... OMG, the shampoo and conditioner smells AMAZING! After wards, Mylissa talked to me a bit before cutting my hair to see what style I wanted and gave me her opinion on what she thought would be good. At the end, after the blow-dry and style, my hair looked SO NICE. I was VERY pleased with the service I received here and I hope to go back in the future. Mylissa and everyone at the boutique were very friendly. I had a enjoyable experience getting my hair cut here. great job MYLISSA! read more

I will admit in the beginning I had a hard time getting thru to make an appointment with a groupon I had purchased. You have to understand this is a tiny salon - so their #1 priority is styling hair, not answering the phone. I am on a tight budget. I pry. would not have gone back as often/ or looked for another groupon, but they continued to honor the groupon price! This makes a world of difference. I'd like to be edgy and do more things with my hair - however my wallet has different plans. My hair has never looked better, ERIN ROSE is a fabulous stylist. I'm so so so happy every-time I leave. I have not once had any problems, and I enjoy going. I like the feel of this place and the location is very close to my office. I'm very grateful I found this salon. I tell ppl. all the time that THIS is the place to go. I also "liked" them on fb and I tried to call to schedule color - when I saw they were running a promotion. I didn't get an answer - but later the owner did call. I think new business is important - but they simply have to work with what they have.... a small location, small staff ---- with experienced stylists, that really listen to you. The salon is clean and decorated nicely. Never had I had a wait, or any other troubles. This week will be my first time getting color (I have only been for a cut). Check back for photos. You'll like this place, I do and I don't know what I did beforehand - oh yea blew way too much $ on a snobby salon, where I felt totally out of place and never left happy! read more

Got a youswoop for the Global Keratin treatment... A complete waste of money! Got the treatment done and there was zero difference in my hair... no reduction in drying time, frizz, or natural wave. I called the salon and they said I could come back in and that they would redo it with the highest level of the product, so I went in and got it redone with the same effect. I got this because I have to straighten my naturally wavy hair in the winter months since I don't like to leave the house with it wet and it takes me FOREVER to get it straight so I thought this would be a great time saver. Ironically my hair is actually taking me more time because now after straightening it I wake up every morning with wavy, frizzy hair that I have to re flatiron 1 to 2 times a day :-( I am completely unhappy with the process and the salon refuses to refund any of my money even though I paid for a process that did the exact opposite of what they say it does so I am basically out $215 now for a process that did NOTHING to my hair. Do not go here!!!! read more

I too had a youswoop.com certificate. I called several times to get the answering machine during business hours. I left two messages and received no phone call back. Never redeemed the certificate. read more

I came to Mylissa's due to the recent youswoop offer. I walked in and gave her free reign with my haircut, saying I wanted a change and I wanted bangs. Boy, did I get a change! (Let me say, I always tell my stylist to do what they think is best and I've NEVER had a worst haircut in my ENTIRE life - that includes the likes of great clips and such). Mylissa was my stylist, I requested her, due to the unfavorable reviews for the other stylist. But, once Mylissa picked up the shears, she began PRUNING me! I have very fine, thin hair and a heart shaped face with stronger features. She chopped layers into it - the shortest layer is about 1.5 inches from my scalp and then onwards down past my chin. Needless to say, the ends were very stringy, because how many layers there were and their length. The ends were also uneven, especially in the front, she didn't bother to see if both sides matched up. She, then, went at my bangs - she angled them and made them choppy. Next, came the styling. When I walked out, I looked like a 50 year old woman from my very small town of 432 ppl - who doesn't know how to style. And, this was all in the name of "well, this how they wear there hair in Milan". Um... Mylissa - FYI we're not living in Milan. When, I styled my hair, myself later, with the bangs, I looked like an adolescent boy! I'm a 27 year old woman. I definitely cried, I've never cried over my hair - and I've had a weird horizonal strip from a bad cut. I, then went to an amazing person - Adel at Spoil Me Hair Salon in East Lakeview - go there instead! Even, if you bought a youswoop. Adel graciously fixed my hair, or is attempting to. It'll take months for my hair to be normal again. But, as Adel was texturizing (which I need, and Mylissa didn't provide), she found that it looked as though someone was trying to cut triangles or squares in my hair. Don't go to Mylissa! This is my very first review on yelp, I wanted Chicago to know. read more

I went to Mylissa's yesterday for a haircut and highlights after purchasing a YouSwoop for the salon. It was a little hard to find since it is in an old building and I would have appreciated some direction when I booked the appointment as a first time customer. That aside, I arrived 5 minutes early for my 5:30 appointment and was told Mylissa was still finishing up another client. I sat in the waiting room (directly next to Mylissa and the client since it is a small space) for 40 minutes until she was able to take me. During that time when I was sitting 5 feet away, I was never offered an apology or acknowledged. The water machine was empty and I think for the price, far better service can be found elsewhere. I commented on the time and she responded "Yeah, I'm late. It happens." Finally after that I was offfered apology. We did have a nice conversation and the haircut was good, but unfortunately I no longer had time for my highlights and will need to make another appointment elsewhere for them. Mylissa did offer me a free haircut for my next visit which I appreciated. I really value service and if I were treated well when I arrived and been given a decent haircut, it probably would have been 4 stars. read more

One of Chicago's best kept beauty secrets must be this haven of skin rescue and pampering provided by Candace! I saw Candace for the first time before my wedding for a specific concern while she was still in cosmetology school. I have to admit I was a little skeptic about a student working on my skin but she came highly recommend and I needed help desperately. I could not have been more happy with my first experience and have been an avid supporter of her ever since. I was thrilled when she started her career at Mylissa's, which, with its convenient location makes getting to her even easier. Candace wants to know all about your skincare, allergies, and meds. Her skincare workup reminded me of a doctor's exam, but in a good way. My answers provided her with a roadmap on how to treat my stressed, not loved enough skin. She has a very personalized approach you don't often get in large salons. Her personalized facial is excellent down the much needed extractions which you will quickly forget about as she follows with an amazing neck, shoulder and facial massage. Her enthusiasm for addressing your specific skin care needs is unwavering and I could not be more thrilled with the results; I cannot describe the difference in not only how my skin feels from when I walk in to when I leave but how it looks as well. In my book Candace is a miracle worker! She has a clean and adorable room and the calming music she plays is quite fitting. Candace is friendly yet professional, and she makes me feel at ease from the first moment. Don't miss out on her pampering! read more

The reviewers who said they looked like a 50 year old woman from a small town and like the mom from the Bradie Bunch are spot on. I went to Mylissa yesterday and I was trying to sleep on it and give my hair time but it's so wrong I don't even know where to begin. Firstly where I screwed up is I was looking for salons that do Olaplex and their website led me to Amarie's Hair Studio. I looked it up and it had great reviews so I planned to go in and consult to see what they could do for my recently damaged hair. Mylissa talked to me first and said I could come back on Thursday and we'd talk. I stupidly assumed that when I was reading reviews for Amarie's Hair Studio I was reading reviews for all the hair stylists in there. Very, very wrong. I came back Thursday and showed her some pictures. One for the cut and some for the color. The picture I showed her for the cut was a cute bob with swoop bangs and longer layers. The colors I showed here were all for a dark gray ombre/balayage type style with dark natural roots. She informed me that she had a cancellation and we could do it right then and there so I jumped on it. I was wearing my glasses that day and I took them off when she started to cut which is also another issue because I hardly saw what was happening to my hair until it was done so I couldn't say 'whoa, whoa slow down that's not what I wanted.' She starts chopping away with much fervor. The irony of the whole thing is I told her I couldn't see it so I trusted her. Ha. Then she starts foiling my hair and again, I can't see whats going on. That processes, gets rinsed out, toned, etc. The process of all of those were fine. When that was all through she blew dry my hair and I could FINALLY see what was going on. And it wasn't pretty. She hacked into my hair so much I had a sort of mullet thing going on with the choppiest long bangs I've ever seen. They wrapped halfway around the side of my heads in a boxlike manner. My shortest layers are 2.5 inches and the bottom part of my hair at my neck reaches my shoulders. On top of that, my ENTIRE head was a steely blue/gray. Now, I don't mind the color but it's not an ombre! Now I'm 23. I should look young and I've always had funky colors in my hair the combination of the redneck hairstyle and the all gray hair just makes me look like I belong in Walmart. Mylissa mentioned something about coming back to do the roots, but hello?! They shouldn't have been processed in the first place! I just wanted to get out of there so I told them I liked it, never to return. For the next year I'll be popping every biotin pill I get my hands on to gorw this mess out In total it cost me $240 to turn into the swamp monster from the hills. Way, way too much. Take your money and go elsewhere. One star for her being nice and for the Olaplex fixing the damage, but hey, I could have done that if only they sold Olaplex to average joes. read more

I had my hair cut at Mylissa's Little Gallery on August 11th. They were able to make a last minute appt for me and were very convenient. I did not have my hair cut by Mylissa (She was actually not even at the studio itself), but my stylist was very nice and did a wonderful job with the hair cut. We had a good conversation. I had a you swoop for my hair cut so the deal was great. I walked to the studio and was not that hard to find when your walking on Washington. I would like to try to have Mylissa do my hair cut the next time. The stylist even blow dried and straightened my hair which was very nice of her since I was going out later that evening. I thought the overall experience was good. read more

My only complaint is trying to schedule an appointment because no one ever picks up the phone. Otherwise, its a great place. Mylissa is so sweet and talented. And the rest of the staff is very friendly as well. The location is perfect for Loop workers. Prices are right. Its my first choice as long as I can get an appointment :) read more

I wish i could review the haircut service here but alas, i experienced the same thing as other reviewers on here, no phone call. I purchased a groupon and called a couple of times to set up an appointment. No one picked up the phone and no one called me back either time. I did go (without a groupon) for a facial a while ago and it was fine. But just fine. The one thing i didn't like was the specialist who did my facial kept talking about a guy she was dating and how the last guy was a 'shithead' etc. I know we were just chatting but i didn't like the casual use of bad language, it's not professional. Even if you feel totally comfortable with a client and you are gossiping away with each other, i still think you should stay professional. read more

I went in with a Swoop coupon hoping to find someplace I could make my regular salon. There was a bit of wait, but not terrible. However, I left with a haircut at chin length, which was supposed to be at shoulder length -- I expressly told her I wanted to be able to pull my hair back. Not only was the cut too short, but it was not what I asked for: think mullet meets the mother from the Brady Bunch. I was on my lunch hour, so I did not have time to get it "fixed" then. I called her after work, and she was gracious. She had me come back in the following day, and the haircut was substantially better. When I left the haircut look fine, although I do not believe it was a good haircut -- and again it was MUCH shorter than I wanted. For the prices charged, I do not think its worth it. read more

I found this salon because of a Kertin coupon offered on You Swoop. It's a smaller salon and everyone is very friendly. No attitude that some groupon-customers encounter at other salons. In the loop, so very convenient for loop workers. Mylissa (owner) did the treatment and she was amazing. It was my first treatment, so she explained everything and it was clear that she really knew what she was talking about. Since my visit, I've had another Keratin treatment at a different salon and it did not even compare; Mylissa really took her time, she uses Juvexin products, and the treatment lasted a full 3 months. She basically performed a miracle on my hair. Highly recommended! read more

From the looks of all the previous reviews, you either love this place or hate it. There isnt much in the middle. Alot of low reviews are do to the problems of actually getting in and having the stylist be on time. I have been here twice and loved the haircut I got both times. Mylissa was my stylist both times. She cuts it a little different the other stylist which I like because it gives me a different look than normal. I have learned that they dont seem to have a receptionist, so you kind of have to be persistent to get an appt. Get an appt and give them a real try, I think you will be happy with it. read more

I have nothing but great things to say about Mylissa! I get the absolute best cuts from her. And I went from a super dark brown/red box color to a gorgeous honey blonde color thanks to Mylissa. It took time and patience on my behalf but it was worth it. My hair is so healthy and looks amazing. I would recommend her services to anyone. Not only do I have a hair professional for life, I made a friend as well. Mylissa always makes me feel so comfortable and I look forward to my appointments. read more

Mylissa is the best wedding updo-er ever! She is doing hair for myself, bridesmaids, grandmas AND moms. She has a great range and understands different hair textures, and what everyone wants and needs. read more

I have been to Mylissa on numerous occasions and always left happy. I feel the need to post mainly because some of these other reviews about parking, building issues, etc. seem a bit unfair. Mylissa is a hard-working small business owner. If you are expecting a salon chain with 20 busy chairs and a reception staff of 5, you have the wrong vision in mind. Mylissa has a hip studio office space in the middle of a classic building in the Loop. Of course parking is limited - you're smack in the middle of the Loop! I completely understand that it is frustrating if you don't immediately reach someone by telephone, but once you see her operations, you will understand. It's a low-key, small, fun place. If you don't get through right away, chances are that the small handful of total employees all have their hands busy shampooing, cutting and coloring away and couldn't quite get to the phone! Also, for the record, I have always received a call back when I leave a voice mail. Personally, I like supporting individuals and not corporate monsters. Most of these complaints have been made by first-timers who just had the wrong idea about what to expect. Hopefully by reading this, you can go in with the right vision and have a great time like I do! read more

I attended an out-of-town wedding in Chicago this past weekend and found this great little salon through a google search on the internet. I'm so glad I picked this one out of the bunch. Mylissa and I both came up with a loose updo that both complimented the dress and me. I was on a tight schedule and Mylissa was able to do my hair in 25 minutes. She is very easy going. She is very creative and passionate about her job. I received a ton of compliments on my hair and it stayed intact at the end of the night. A little hard to find because it's on the 8th floor of the building and not street level. Just remember that that first time you go. I highly recommend this salon!! read more

I am a long time client of Mylissa. She did hair styles for me and all my bridesmaids at my home the day I got married, and brought a colleague of hers to our makeup. She's been coloring my hair for years, and suggested I try a keratin treatment. I have wavy/curly hair. Prior to the appointment, I noticed my hair was tangling easily and really did not style well. I went with her suggestion for the keratin treatment, and CANNOT believe what a huge improvement it made. My hair no longer tangles easily, and it looks and feels so much better, even three weeks later. I recommended Mylissa to my sister and nieces, and all of them are now loyal clients too. I used to try to find someone who could do a good cut and style for my hair, and was often disappointed. I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

I found Mylissa's from a groupon deal for a facial; new to the area, I've been trying to find a salon that would work for me. While Mylissa's has a good location in the loop, apparently they can't be bothered to answer the phone, return calls, or be available for scheduled appointments. I scheduled a 5pm appointment, but when I showed up, the lights were off. I knocked, and waited...I called and received no answer. I left a message. The voicemail indicates that the salon is open until 7pm, clearly that was not the case on this particular day... No one has returned my call. The convenient location is not worth the hassle. Go to a salon where real professionals work. read more

Like many others who bought a youswoop I also purchased one & when I tried to redeem it I could not get a call back for weeks until I called repeatedly & left numerous messages. Mylissa finally called back & was very rude from the start. She blamed me for being a procrastinator, told me I wasn't "the only one in the world who bought a keratin coupon" & refused to accommodate me because she claimed to be booked the rest of the year. I can't believe she treats potential clients this way. The whole point of these groupons is for businesses to gather new long-term clients. The way she treats people goes to show how narrow-minded she is. Salons in Chicago are a dime-a-dozen & in this economy a business like that will not last long. read more

I am late on writing this review, but received an email stating they are offering another youswoop. I had bought one the first time around and got a haircut. My hairstylist - not Mylissa - wasn't good. She was very nice and sweet (hence 2 stars), which is one of the reasons I didn't want to write a bad review at the time. But the haircut itself? Sadly, it was one of the worst haircuts I have ever received. I actually had to come back the next day because when I got home and took a closer look, I realized she had cut my bangs crookedly! I just couldn't tell at first because of the way she had styled my hair after the cut. Beyond that, the haircut was indifferent and bland and not what I kept asking for. I have no idea how good Mylissa is as a stylist. Perhaps she is wonderful. But I thought it was right to share what happened when I went, so that future clients can ask for the owner specifically, and not her assistant. read more

Don't waste your time. They are rude, disorganized and they never ever answer their phones. Good luck confirming or rescheduling an appointment you actually manage to get. Not worth the effort. Blah. read more

I went to Mylissa's Little Gallery for the first time in July 2010 after purchasing a You Swoop certificate for a cut and a discounted color processing. I live in the burbs and enjoy a chance to get into the city occasionally. I love this hidden gem, located in an historic building in the heart of the city. It's a small space that's big on style! The atmosphere is inviting and I always enjoy chatting with Mylissa and her staff and the other clients. I've been back every six to eight weeks since and I am booked to go back again in March. Mylissa is a master stylist with a flair for creativity, her color skills are amazing. I get compliments on my cut and color on a regular basis. I usually take the Blue Line to avoid expensive lot parking, but I just learned that there is a valet service for the building that only charges $14.00, so you might want to ask about that if you plan to drive to the salon. If there is anything that I could say was slightly disappointing, it would be not knowing about the valet parking in advance....but, this isn't enough of a disappointment to take away any stars. I would highly recommend Mylissa if you want to give yourself a nice treat! Oh, I selected "pricey" below, only because it's not really "moderate". I think Mylissa's prices are reasonable, considering the quality of her professional services. read more

So I also found out Mylissa did makeup as well. I had a very fancy wedding to go to at the Trump hotel, and Mylissa did an amazing job with my makeup! She made me look amazing- did I mention it was a fancy wedding on my birthday? Mylissa is so friendly and ready to try anything, which is what I love about her! Since this wedding she has dyed my hair a couple times and she even made a hair piece for the wedding I just attended a couple weeks ago- it was beautiful! Since the wedding was in CT, it made me sad that I didn't have my own stylist that day! read more

My color is beautiful and my cut is awesome. Mylissa has made my hair shiny and healthy and will always trim my bangs between appointments to keep my haircut fresh! The salon is right downtown and very easy to get to--you do have to read the signs in the lobby to figure out which floor to go to--not a big deal. Mylissa and her staff are very friendly and fun to be around. Prices are in-line with other Chicago salons. read more

Mylissa Rocks! I have been having her cut my hair for the last 10 years. She is so great that I have followed her around to 3 different locations until she opened her own gallery and found a permanent home. Her location is uber-convenient and her hours are really flexible. She always tries to accommodate. And, I always get a great hair cut. I love how she goes the extra mile and is a true perfectionist. read more

I moved to the city in January and needed to find a stylist in the city. Finding someone new is difficult and leaves me with anxiety! I found Mylissa through a Youswoop coupon and figured I would suck it up and give it a try (gulp). She was so much fun to work with and really knows her stuff. My highlights are INCREDIBLE and the cut looks amazing! She did a much better job than my old stylist out in the burbs! In fact, she was able to correct some of the "bad" highlights and uneven cut. The products she uses are high end and leave your hair looking gorgeous. Getting great highlights on blondes can be tricky, and I am so pleased with mine. She is for sure my new stylist! I also love the fact that she is an independent small business owner! read more

I purchased two of the you swoops for a haircut. I booked my appointment with the first available stylist and got a quick appointment. I received the WORST haircut I have ever had! It did not flow well, and the girl (Tina?) gave me one chunky layer rather than several nice long layers. The worst part was that it resembled a mullet. The blowout was also awful, leaving my hair flatter than if I had blew it out myself. I have one more swoop which I will not be using! This was a complete waste of money! Mylissa has great reviews, but after this experience I would rather not chance it. read more

I love going to Mylissa's Little Gallery! Mylissa and her team are very fun to be around. Not only do I get a great cut and color, but they're willing to help me figure out exactly what I want. I've gone to salons in the past with an idea and have been told they wouldn't do what I wanted. Not because they didn't think it would look good on me but because they just didn't like what I wanted period. I never understood that. Mylissa makes suggestions and helps you find the perfect cut and color for yourself. In addition to that, they have special events highlighting their great products and services so you have the opportunity to come in and meet the stylists and talk to them before deciding what you'd like done. This salon also has some of the best hair extensions I've ever seen! I've been to one of her events that highlighted their extensions. I was able to see them be put in and then I got to see how the finished product looked. SO natural! I was impressed. I send people to MLG all the time. Everyone comes out looking fabulous! I won't be getting my hair done by another salon ever again. It took me a long time to find someone I feel comfortable sticking with. read more

Although I would love to provide a review on how my hair appointment went, I can't - because I was totally blown off by Mylissa. After booking an appointment with her on a Friday afternoon for the upcoming Sunday, I had shown up at 11 AM to my appointment (after looking for parking for 30 minutes and paying $14 for parking!). The doors were locked, the lights were off and not a soul to be found in the tiny little studio. I tried knocking and calling to no avail. After 20 minutes I had known that she was not going to show. I was expecting a call at least on Monday with a profuse apology. Nothing. Instead, I get a call on Tuesday with a VERY weak apology, claiming that she wasn't able to make it because of "the weather" and "told the security guard" that she wouldn't be able to make it. There was no guard in the buildling - and I was there for 30 minutes. She never bothered to contact me ahead of time, or even the next business day (Monday). And, when I told her how upset I was (the entire ordeal was 3 hours long for me), she was extremely defensive and not apologetic at all. There are so many hair studios in Chicago. There is no reason to have to deal with rude, unprofessional hair dressers! My suggestion is to move on to another that will respect your time and patronage! read more