Business Details
Expert Hair Extensions & Salon Services in Elmhurst
Alter Ego Hair Design is a boutique hair extension salon specializing in premium hair extension methods, precision haircuts, color correction, and Brazilian Blowout treatments. Located in upscale downtown Elmhurst, Illinois, just outside Chicago, our salon was founded by industry veterans Caitlin Curiale and Erin Kelly Haines, who bring over 30 combined years of experience in creating transformative hair artistry. We prioritize a relaxed, client-focused environment that feels more like a retreat than a traditional salon, offering personalized consultations to accentuate each client's unique features.Our commitment to advanced education ensures our team stays at the forefront of industry innovations, providing tailored solutions for hair revitalization. From hair extensions to styling services, we blend technical expertise with a passion for helping clients achieve their ideal look while maintaining the health and integrity of their natural hair.
Services
Hair Extensions
Precision Haircuts
Color Correction
Brazilian Blowout
Styling Services
Damage Therapy
Moisture Therapy
Wedding Hair Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 combined years of experience in hair design and extension expertise.
- Our personalized consultations ensure tailored solutions for every client's unique needs.
- We use only the safest, highest-quality human hair extension methods available.
- Our stylists maintain advanced education to provide cutting-edge hair care solutions.
- We guarantee one-on-one attention in a private, relaxing salon environment.
Services
Hair Extensions
We specialize in premium human hair extensions using safe, innovative methods like Great Lengths Fusion, Klix Micro-Cylinder, and easiLengths Tape-In systems. Our certified specialists customize solutions for volume, length, or color enhancement while protecting natural hair integrity. With over 30 years of combined expertise, we ensure seamless, natural-looking results that match your lifestyle and hair type.
Brazilian Blowout
This professional keratin treatment eliminates frizz and creates smooth, shiny hair using a Brazilian Super Nutrient Complex. The 12-week solution strengthens hair while allowing styling flexibility. Our stylists apply the treatment with precision, followed by expert blow-drying and flat-ironing techniques to achieve long-lasting, manageable results without damaging natural hair structure.
Precision Haircuts
Our senior stylists provide customized haircuts tailored to facial features and personal style preferences. Using advanced cutting techniques, we create flattering shapes that enhance natural texture and hair type. Each service includes a relaxing scalp massage and blow-dry styling, ensuring clients leave with a polished, finished look that's easy to maintain at home.
Color Correction
From subtle enhancements to dramatic transformations, our color specialists offer single-process color, foiling, and balayage techniques. We use professional-grade products to achieve precise color matching while maintaining hair health. Our consultations ensure optimal color choices that complement skin tones and personal style preferences.
Wedding Hair Services
We provide on-site and in-salon bridal styling services for weddings and special events. Our stylists create elegant updos, romantic curls, and sophisticated styles that last throughout celebrations. Services include trial sessions, on-location options, and coordinated styling for bridal parties, ensuring every client feels confident and picture-perfect on their special day.
People
Caitlin Curiale
Co-Owner
With over 15 years of experience, Caitlin specializes in hair extensions and color correction. She brings expertise from Salon Hype in LaGrange to create personalized hair transformations that enhance clients' natural beauty.
Erin Kelly Haines
Co-Owner
Erin combines 15+ years of styling experience with a passion for hair artistry. Her background at Salon Hype in LaGrange informs her approach to creating customized hair solutions that balance fashion and functionality.
Questions
What hair extension methods do you offer?
We offer Great Lengths Fusion, Klix Micro-Cylinder, and easiLengths Tape-In methods to suit different hair types and styling preferences.
Will hair extensions damage my natural hair?
Our certified specialists use safe application techniques and premium quality hair to protect your natural hair's health and integrity.
How long does a Brazilian Blowout last?
The smoothing treatment lasts up to 12 weeks with proper at-home care using our recommended Brazilian Blowout Acai Hair Care products.
Can I get hair extensions if I have thin hair?
Yes! Our easiLengths Tape-In system is specifically designed for fine or thinning hair with weight-distributed panels that prevent damage.
Do you offer wedding hair services?
We provide on-site and in-salon bridal styling services including trials, updos, and coordinated styling for wedding parties.
