Looking for a fresh, effortless way to elevate your look? Balayage and lived-in color are the perfect choices for professional, busy women who want chic style without the stress. Whether you’re managing meetings downtown or unwinding on a rooftop in River North, these low-maintenance color techniques are all about enhancing your natural beauty with dimension, depth, and polish. At Charles Ifergan, Chicago’s best hair salon, we believe that great hair should fit seamlessly into your lifestyle while still turning heads. Discover why balayage and lived-in color are the go-to looks for women who want luxury, longevity, and a little extra glow.
Balayage is a hand-painted coloring technique that creates natural, sun-kissed highlights with seamless blending. It grows out beautifully with no harsh lines and no need for frequent touch-ups.
Lived-in color takes balayage a step further. It offers a more dimensional, rooted look that softens regrowth and gives hair that effortless, I-woke-up-like-this vibe. Think soft contrast, long-lasting results, and a luxurious finish with minimal effort.
These techniques are ideal for women who want to look polished but don’t have time for monthly salon visits. Whether you’re running meetings or heading to dinner on the Gold Coast, your hair stays flawless.
Use color-safe, sulfate-free products to preserve color and shine.
*Available for purchase in-salon.
Neutralize brassiness with purple or color-enhancing shampoos.
*Available for purchase in-salon.
Protect from heat and UV exposure to avoid dulling and damage.
Deep condition weekly for softness and strength.
Balayage and lived-in color aren’t just trends. They’re essentials for women who want gorgeous hair that fits into their real lives. These looks create lasting impact with minimal upkeep.
Let our expert stylists create a custom color that enhances your features, complements your lifestyle, and feels authentically you.
Ready to experience the best balayage in Chicago? To schedule an appointment with us, you can book online or download our free mobile app from iTunes or Google Play to browse our services, schedule appointments, and more. Come by one of our three convenient locations in Chicago Oak Street, Deerfield, and Oakbrook. Schedule your appointment today and step into summer with hair that looks and feels amazing!
To ensure the best results for your makeup application, please arrive with a clean, makeup-free face (or makeup-free eyes for eye-makeup application only). If you arrive with makeup on, please plan to arrive 15 minutes earlier so we can professionally remove it for you. A $30 makeup removal fee will apply.
