testimonials
We appreciate our clients and always do our best to treat you well. Below you will find some reviews from those who have joined us.
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“I visited XEX 2 weeks ago, and I had a terrific experience. Everyone was so friendly. The salon is very colorful, and it goes well with the murano glass artwork. If you like beautiful glass artwork you should look into this Art. Visit http://shopdarra.com. When I arrived to the salon, I was greeted, and offered several different beverages ( which is awesome after a long working day). My stylist name is Gary, he was very nice, patient and professional. He really cares about his craft. He suggested different hairstyles suitable to my facial structure, and lifestyle. The end result was fabulous!! Another great part was my first visit was 50% off, you can get this coupon from there yelp link. Thank you Gary, I feel like a new woman. Thank you Charles “the ultimate host” for the great wine!!”
- Lisa J. via Yelp
“Just moved to Chicago and I have been searching for a good salon that has affordable prices. I know its hard to find but I got lucky! After trying several salons that advertise good deals, normally they make the appointment with a junior stylist. That wasn’t the case at XEX. XEX has a great atmosphere. quality workmanship, and positive energy. My stylist John worked magic on my hair. He recommended that I get the Keratin Express treatment because of the summer’s humidity. It has been almost 5 weeks and my hair still looks great.. Thanks John!! I will be back.”
- Mario O. via Yelp
“I went to XEX for the first time last week because they are close to work. I was very impressed with the great service that I received, the cold beer was a nice touch while getting my haircut. David the co owner was great, just like my haircut, conservative and stylish. David told me the best products to use on my hair, and showed me how to use them. I felt even better when he explained that $2 dollars of my haircut will be donated to feed the hungry here in the chicagoland area. What a great way to help the community!!! XEX is a cool non pretencious place.. You should definitely give this place a try!!!!”
- Timothy S. via Yelp
“I stumbled across XEX by accident. I was in between meetings and needed a haircut badly. Also I had a full head of grey hair, and didn’t know what to do about it. I was matched up with Georgia a stylist at XEX, she gave me a great haircut, and covered my greys. She was wonderful. Typically I’m not the salon type of guy, but Georgia has transformed me. Also all of the staff are very friendly. Great Job Georgia, and XEX.”
- Jeff K. via Yelp
“I just left XEX hair salon, and received the best haircut from Keara. She took her time, answers all of my questions and concerns. I left this place feeling great.. I highly recommend XEX!!!! Keara I will be back…”
- Beth T. via Yelp
“Xex it is the best place in Chicago to get cut and color. Super nice peopleand atmosphere. For cut I always go to David. He knows how to make me feel good and look great. My hair are not easy to cut, but he knows how make it work for me.He did great color for me to. I really like Xex, great location, good prices.I Love it so much that I brought my best friend to David too.She is very happy too. We will be back for sure. If you are looking for great color and cut, Xex is place for you.”
- J.S. via Yelp
“Holy crap. I’ve been looking for a salon in Chicago since I’ve moved here over a year ago without any luck. I got a coupon good for a free cut, half off highlites, and free wax for XEX and decided to try my luck. After a horrible experience a few years ago I haven’t coloured my hair since, so it was with major trepidation that I scheduled for the highlites. I was booked with Georgia by a very polite and efficient desk manager and awaited my apointment. I went in today and didn’t have to wait at all. Georgia offered me a beverae and proceeded with the consultation. Since my hair hadn’t been done in so long, she explained the difference between a full and partial highlites. I opted for the full in case I couldn’t get back right away and she said they would last all summer. I was very specific saying I’d be pissed if it was tiger/zebra stripes and I wanted a ‘very natural sun-kissed blonde’. She told me not to worry and ended up using two blondes to blend it well.
She was extremely quick and efficient, not overly chatty but still personable. I was out of there in just under and hour after everything. The colour was amazing! This woman has talent with blending and making everything look perfectly natural. I highly recommend. It was exactly what I asked for and wanted in my head.
The cut was perfect, I like my length but wanted to get rid of the dry ends, which she did perfectly. It was just enough layering to make it bounce and move. My eyebrows also ended up perfectly shaped by Georgia. It’s the best wax I’ve had since I moved here.
overall Georgia was great. The salon was small, but well-lit and inviting. The desk manager was as kind as he was on the phone (they even call a day ahead to confirm appointments), and Georgia did everything herself so no need to tip 10 people.
A very pleasant first experience. I will be back.”
- Fallon D. via Yelp
“The people at XEX are accommodating, top notch professionals who are skilled at the art of relaxation and style. I’m one of those low-maintenance (read: lazy) girls who doesn’t blow-dry or use products in my hair so I need a great stylist who understands. Jeffrey is the stylist for me. He’s very skilled and pleasant. The overall experience is not overly long either and they have a good music selection playing over head.”
- Kari W. via Yelp
“My experience here was first class all the way! The staff was very friendly yet professional & the atmosphere was upbeat, trendy & hip. Charles promptly booked my appointment exactly when I wanted, greeted me warmly, offered me a beverage & made me feel welcomed. Georgia did an outstanding job coloring my hair & provided excellent advice. TJ worked magic on my coarse, curly hair with an amazing cut & coaxed it into a beautiful, sleek modern style. I went in with certain ideas about what I wanted & I’m pleased to say they exceeded my expectations. I’m so happy I found a great salon that I will return to again & again!”
- Becky D. via Yelp
“TJ is great with Asian hair, you know, pin straight strands that have no body and no shape. The salon is also a great value for the price.
My usual routine is to stop by Startbucks next door for a decaf americano with soymilk, and drink it while TJ does his magic on my hair.”
- E L. via Yelp
“I took advantage of the yelp 50% off coupon to try XEX and am really happy I did. Gary gave me a great haircut. I’ve found it hard to find someone with great technique who also really listens and can translate what I say into the haircut I want. Gary is a pro. I waited a week to write my review because sometimes after a few days with a new haircut you start to see where it is lacking. This is a great haircut and I’ll be going back to Gary again and again!”
- Sarah B. via Yelp
“After spending a year growing out a horrific hair cut, I finally ventured into XEX to get a new style.
Setting up an appointment was really easy through the website. I even got a phone call before my appointment explaining my stylist was running a few minutes behind and I could come 15 minutes later. Unfortunately I was already on the red line and had no reception so I didn’t receive the message.
I was, however, offered a free polish change while I waited. When I mentioned my nails looked bad so it probably wasn’t a great idea, I was told about the special of the day, a $10 manicure. I don’t often get manicures so this sounded great. Charmain was wonderful and did a beautiful job. She asked exactly what I wanted and offered some suggestions on how to correct my half long/half broken nails. They look great after the trim and shaping.
Right about the time that my nails were time, Jeffery came to find me to start my cut. I told him about my previous bad experience and he totally put me at ease. I have a very fine hair and most people can never get volume into it so they just cut it all off. Jeffery really took the time to explain his idea for my cut and go over all the different layer lengths he wanted to put in. He also went over how he would cut my shortest layer so I could switch my styling in up in several ways. I left with a gorgeous cut and lots of volume. I told Jeffery he gave me movie star hair. I now have a beautiful cut with length, lots of layers for volume, and it’s versatile so I can style it in multiple ways.
My experience at XEX was so great. It’s easy to get to from public transit, a beautiful, clean salon, and you can tell how talented and supportive these stylists are. While my cut was going on, I heard multiple stylists compliment one another on work that was happening. I’ve never heard that in any other salon I’ve been to. I am glad to have found such a wonderful salon and stylist in Chicago.”
- Amanda M. via Yelp
“I’ve been to XEX twice in the last 2 months and had absolutely fantastic experiences both times. At my first visit I had my hair styled for a Valentine’s date. The stylist really listened to what I wanted and gave me lovely loose big curls that lasted 12 hours. My boyfriend (now fiancé) actually proposed that night and my hair looked great in all the pictures. At my second visit I had a shampoo, cut and style. I had previously received a bad cut at another salon, and Gary did a great job fixing it. Again, I was listened to, advised on what would be right for me, and given a wonderful cut.
XEX has the energy of art gallery meets salon, decorated with Murano-style blown glass works that are also for sale. The staff here is professional but fun, and most of all they are experienced and talented with hair. I was greeted and offered a glass of wine when I walked in the door, my appointments started on time, and there was no product pushing. If you are looking for a friendly, high-end, and affordable salon then you’ll love XEX.”
- Kelli W. via Yelp
“I have been going to XEX for over 2 years and I have not once had a bad or even less than great experience, both with the services that I received (cut, color, nails) and the interaction with the staff. It is rare to find a salon that is so welcoming, diverse, committed to customer service and with so many talented people.
Your first impression is Charles, who is one of the friendliest and most helpful people you will meet. He is always cheerful, very efficient and I look forward to seeing him on each visit.
David cuts my hair and I have never been happier with my hairstyle. Not only did he know exactly how to cut my very fine hair but he listened to what I like and don’t like and took time to learn a little about me so he could ensure that my hair fit me. Jesse is my colorist and she does an amazing job, she gets my hair the exact shade of blonde I want. She is very knowledgeable about hair color so you can trust her no matter what shade you are seeking. I don’t naturally have good hair but thanks to both of them, I get compliments on it almost every day!
The salon has a very nice, private room for nail services and Marlene is your lady for these services. Marlene is very friendly, professional and pays a lot of attention to detail. The space (as well as the whole salon) is always clean and fresh and she uses high quality products, which is hard to find.
Great services, great prices and great people!”
- Angie R. via Yelp
“Throughout my life I have learned a couple of hair lessons….I am not visual so although i can cut magazine picture of haircuts I like or insist on a specific haircut, this usually results in utter disappointment. The trick is to find a hair dresser who will listen to what i like and don’t like and they can visualize a solution which will look good on me.
I have lived in Pit, Philly, Columbus, LA and currently in Miami (but I work in Chicago) and I have struggled in the last 10 years to love a haircut/color so I have been willing to settle with I like my color. Due to the snowstorm I stayed in Chicago this weekend and decided to get my hair done and XEX since I was going to see my Fiancé next weekend for Valentine’s Day. I was looking for Good Enough given the last minute appointment and the special at XEX for 1/2 price on first time customers.
WOW–I haven’t said I love my color and the cut ot that it was exactly what I wanted in years—–no need for the I like but I will love it when it grows a bit (which I typically tell my friends–trying to justify my new do)
Nicole at XEX was amazing…she listened to my concerns and I left with the color I have been wanting for a long time.
I think I am just going to commit to Chicago for my hair….Nicole is certainly worth it! Amazingly, even the full price for a full highlight and cut is totally reasonable.
YAY! Love it and made my Snowed-in weekend at the Blackstone (FYI its a reasonable 1 mile walk from here) a switch from a disappointment to a great weekend!!!”
- Courtney W. via Yelp
“Loves this “Hair Gallery”! It’s a great experience from the time you walk in until you leave. Charles at the front desk is so warm and welcoming. The salon is always tidy and very cute. My hair stylist is John. Loves him! You can really tell that he’s truly into hair care. My hair always feels great and looks fab when he’s done. He also always seems to recognize when I’ve had “one of those days” and offers me a glass of wine. Does it get any better?!
My only disappointment is that I can’t go to him more often. I highly recommend XeX Hair Gallery and especially John as your stylist. You will not be disappointed.”
- Krystal B. via Yelp
“I loved my visit to XEX!
I found out about this place through a google search and this yelp page. The great reviews and 50% off advertisement for first time customers convinced me to take a chance, so I set up an appointment with David, and got my hair cut last week.
I am so happy with the results! I was immediately impressed with the artisic look of the place (part of it is an art gallery!), and was greeted by the receptionist, who offered me a drink.
From the beginning David had his work cut out for him, because I had a big ugly clump of bangs on only one side of my face that I’ve been trying to grow out, and didn’t want to re-cut. I told him that my ideal look was bangs and lots of layers throughout my hair, but that since I’m expecting a baby any day now, I wanted something I could take care of easily. I asked him if he could still manage a similar low-maintenance cut, knowing what my ideal look was. He told me that since bangs require a little work and attention as they grow out he would steer away from those and go for a long layered look, but make the layers long enough so that I could still easily pull them away from my face. I cannot BELIEVE what a good job he did blending my old bangs in with my hair! He made something that would work well as they were growing out, until we could get to my ideal cut. I went in expecting an okay cut just to tide me over in this awkward in-between stage, and I walked out with something SO pretty! It is without a doubt one of the best haircuts I’ve ever gotten!”
- Emily W. via Yelp
“I’m a big fan of this salon! Not only is the decor and location excellent, the staff is very friendly. Jessi has been doing my hair for 3 years now and I can’t say enough good things about her!”
- Doni N. via Yelp
“Seeing as I have quite possibly the most difficult hair on the planet, I have been to MANY different salons/stylists. Unfortunately, most people can’t handle my curly mass of hair, and I have had many unfortunate haircuts at numerous salons. However, once I started going to David at XEX my hair world changed. I am confident that if he can handle my hair, he can handle ANY hair! I would recommend David to anybody, can’t go wrong…”
- Mollie P. via Yelp
“Just had a haircut with TJ at XEX, and it out-rivaled all hair salon experiences I’ve had in Chicago, NY or SF. I tried this place after reading that a stylist here, TJ, is very good with cutting thick, long Asian hair. I walked away incredibly impressed by his technique and level of service. He did an amazing job with my thick, unmanageable hair and really listened to what I wanted. I used to think I had to go to Asian salons/Chinatown for haircuts, but am going to see TJ for as long as I’m in Chicago. Highly recommend this place – and ask for TJ!”
- Lucy L. via Yelp
“XEX Hair Gallery is AMAZING!!! I can’t rave about this place enough! Not only is it trendy with a great vibe, but TJ is absolutely the best stylist I’ve ever went to!!
My grandfather is a barber in Texas and I frequently went to him until moving to Chicago around 3 months ago. When it came time for a haircut I was lost and didn’t know where to go, so I spoke to a couple of friends that I’ve known for years and they suggested that I go to XEX. Not only was the first cut 50% off, but it was a very warm and hospitable place to go to.
TJ made friendly conversation while not getting lost in it and did a bang-up job. My hair isn’t the best of hair to style and cut, and I frequently don’t know what direction to take with it. I also have developed a problem with it balding in the back, but the job that TJ has done you can barely tell (and I have a short haircut).
Needless to say I have a standing appointment with him every two weeks now. Not only is he a great stylist, but the free beer doesn’t hurt when I’ve had a long day at work and want to relax.
I personally do not know where some of these reviewers are getting their information about a cash only tip, because out of the 6 times that I have now been to XEX in the past 3 months I have not heard of such a policy, and always tip on my credit card.
To sum it all up, if you want an outstanding haircut at a place that’s trendy, also offers a variety of other services, and want to pick up some amazing art go see TJ at XEX Hair Gallery and be prepared to be wowed!!”
- Trevor K. via Yelp
