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We are open and excited to serve you! In accordance with the CDC guidance and the state of Illinois we have lifted our mask mandate policy. Our sanitation and cleanliness standards have not changed and will continue. Your safety and comfort is so valuable to us. We look forward to serving you! We are located at 1140 W. Grand Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60642 in Chicago's River West neighborhood.

At Roots Hair Salon, we specialize in enhancing an individual's natural beauty. Our friendly, experienced stylists spend time getting to know our clients-their likes and dislikes, passions and goals-allowing us to create unique, personal looks that complement our clients' modern lifestyles. We create real beauty for real people with real lives, using only the best organic products along the way.
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At Roots Hair Salon our prices range according to the expertise and years of experience of our stylists. Prices also vary based on the density and texture of the hair along with the complexity of the cut and style. Prices above are quotes and are subject to change; more accurate pricing determined during the consultation.
Please submit an appointment request via our website, or call/email to request an appointment. A member of our team will be in contact soon to assist with bookings. Twists and Bantu Knots include wash and detangle; add $40 to other services. All prices listed are general quotes; for an exact price on your hair consult your stylist during the consultation.
Our hands-on approach and the power of tourmaline smoothes skin texture, reduces the appearance of fine lines and diminishes pore size while significantly increasing radiance. All with less irritation and inflammation than salon microdermabrasion. Restore healthy balance to your skin with a customized facial based on the Elemental Nature questionnaire, personalized products, essential oil aromas, and facial techniques.
Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. If one's "life force energy" is low, then we are more likely to get sick, feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy.
HeartMath is the only scientifically-validated system of stress intervention techniques and objective biometric feedback that quantifiably-and dramatically-boosts the health and performance of individuals and organizations.

You'll receive personalized instruction and become skilled in basic HeartMath techniques with your own personal workbook to help you focus on the effective integration and application of the HeartMath system to the area of your life where you want the most benefit.You'll learn how to measure your progress and physiological changes with HeartMath's award winning Inner Balance and emWave technology.
Reviews (27)
Ashanti Johnson
Ashanti Johnson
Mar 26, 2021
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Great aesthetic! Friendly people! Skilled stylist and I’m one of them 😜
Tracy W.
Tracy W.
Dec 27, 2020
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Covid regulated salon in west town. Clean and courteous. First haircut since before pandemic so I needed it. Masks required and temperature checks.
Had a noon appointment but my even though salon was empty my stylist arrive almost 15 min late while I sat there waiting.
Wanted to chop off my hair and was happy with the final result. Slightly shorter than I wanted but it came out cute and felt good and healthy. Got some nice aveda products too.
I will likely be back in the future.
Ashley Beckord
Ashley Beckord
Oct 28, 2020
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Brittney does my hair and is awesome. Everyone is super nice too. All Aveda products here.
Gar Morales
Gar Morales
Sep 12, 2020
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This is the best place. So chilled and an awesome atmosphere. Very professional and all they're cuts are great!!
Jessica Lee
Jessica Lee
Aug 02, 2020
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Exceptional experience having my hair braided by Nura, from scheduling to finished product. I couldn't be happier! All of the staff I spoke with were polite and informative. They responded to my website request promotly and Nura personally answered my emails with questions and scheduling details. The salon is clean and beautiful. I will definitely be back.
Sarah Pascale
Sarah Pascale
Jul 30, 2020
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Positive: Quality
I felt so relaxed and welcome at the salon and Kari gave me a thorough consultation and got my color and cut exactly how I wanted and what best flattered my skin tone.
Service: Hair coloring
Lynsey Rischmiller
Lynsey Rischmiller
Jul 08, 2020
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Roots hair salon has a great Aveda product selection and Keli was super informative and helpful.
Jeffrey S.
Jeffrey S.
Apr 30, 2020
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Great place -- for men too. Brittany is an accomplished stylist who works with you to get it right. Prices reasonable too.
Christina R.
Christina R.
Oct 08, 2019
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Kelly has been amazing! She always does a fabulous job on my hair and provides great tips and advise. Booked 5 appointments in advance leading up to me wedding and can't be happier!
Shayna P.
Shayna P.
Jul 18, 2019
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Mely is awesome! She gave me a beautiful Balayage and a trim and she was easy to chat with throughout the appointment. Highly recommend!
Anastasia L.
Anastasia L.
Jul 18, 2019
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My 1st poor review ever. Wish it was for a restaurant, which would mean just a not-that-great outing. Alas, it's for a hair salon, which means I look like a freak. I was excited about the Roots salon's great reviews, and relied fully on stylist. She showed me some pictures, and we agreed on cold highlights. After we were done, I did notice my hair color looked odd, but thought I'd just need to get used to it. Came home. Didn't get used to it. I tried. My hair looked like a wig: single-process yellow color that didn't match my skin tone AT ALL, making each freckle and pimple
Christy Kern
Christy Kern
Dec 17, 2018
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I moved here when my stylist (Rachel) moved to Roots from another salon. I love the vibe of the place and can't recommend Rachel enough. They also do a great job with scheduling and offer nice loyalty rewards which I never expected but appreciate nonetheless.
Lexie G.
Lexie G.
Nov 12, 2018
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I have only ever gotten my hair cut here but I've continued to return because I think they use great products and I always like the cut I get from Brittany! I can't speak for anything else they do there but I really like my haircuts so I'll keep coming back
Karen P.
Karen P.
Oct 14, 2018
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Excellent customer service, and my 10 year daughter was thrilled with her trendy red and blue highlights!
Adrie Rose L.
Adrie Rose L.
Jul 07, 2018
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Pros:
Pricing
Parking always available on side streets
Atmosphere/Decor


Got an appointment with Mely and I am super satisfied. She is amazing with color and even her coworkers were complimenting her technique with balayage.
Madhura J.
Madhura J.
Apr 12, 2018
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The service is pretty good! I dint have to wait long to get into the seat; they offered tea/coffee/water as well.
They use Aveda products which are organic and smell really good.

My stylist was Morgan. She gave me the best head massage coupled with the hair wash for a good 10-12 mins! That was the highlight for me!
She listened to what I wanted before going in for the cut. Blow dried them straight, nothing fancy.
I was reasonably happy with the cut, it was the perfect length, even on both sides (believe me, I've come out of haircuts with uneven hair, nightmare!) my only complaint being that
Kimberly S.
Kimberly S.
Apr 02, 2018
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Awesome salon. Kelly is THE BEST STYLIST I've been to. I have really curly hair and it's tough to find someone let alone to cut it AND CUT IT GREAT!! My search is over!! I'm always hesitant to walk into a new place, but she did a great job explaining what she planned on doing and how she planned to execute. She was also great at explaining the products she was using and how they worked with my hair. She's super sweet and is a great senior stylist. Highly recommended!!
Leang E.
Leang E.
Feb 27, 2018
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I saw a coupon, and it was down the street from where I lived so I figured why not give it a try. I think as much as I want to say it's only hair - there is will always be some sort of attachment to it. The receptionist answering the phone and maybe is the same at the desk is really nice and friendly. She had let me know that there were a couple of stylists available on the day that I wanted to cut my hair, and I ended up choosing Rachel based on time and that it was also my sister's name. I understand that she was a newer stylist, but was willing to give her a chance. I showed her a
Mb V.
Mb V.
Feb 03, 2018
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My first experience at Roots was great! The vibe in there is so great and the people could not have been nicer! They were even able to fit me in for a brow wax even though I had neglected to make an appt for it. June (esthetician) and Rachel (stylist) were great! My new cut is everything and I will certainly be back for both to work their magic again. Thanks for the warm welcome to the neighborhood Roots!
Adriana Tarasiewicz
Adriana Tarasiewicz
Jan 26, 2018
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I went yesterday for my first appointment and HOLY CRAP am i sold. 1. I love that they focus on products that are great for the environment but also does not test on animals. The service was amazing and my hair was spectacular! I can't wait to go back.
Samantha J.
Samantha J.
Nov 21, 2017
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I love Roots! I started seeing Morgan about a year ago and she is incredible. I have very fine hair and she always makes it look so full and pretty. I wish she could style me every day!
Also, the salon uses Aveda products which smell so good and aren't too chemical-heavy.
Georg Coleman
Georg Coleman
Nov 13, 2017
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Roots is one of the best salons in the city. It has a super trendy location, smells amazing and is always extremely clean. The staff is very welcoming and attentive. There is one stylist named Keli who is excellent at trendy cuts and color. She is also hilarious and in a sketch group called Hi Betty! The salon offers a variety of unique quality products including makeup (lip gloss to die for). Roots is the JAM!
Michelle D.
Michelle D.
Mar 04, 2017
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Morgan is absolutely amazing. I am a salon junkie and I've never had someone understand my color and hair the way she does. She is extremely talented and the sweetest person. I love her work!!!
Julie Wolf
Julie Wolf
Nov 20, 2016
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Very comfortable. Happy stories shared between stylists and customers. Love Keli! She cuts my hair like no one else can. Will be back very soon. Thank you Roots!
Casey S.
Casey S.
Oct 14, 2016
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Keli Killed my fall Kolor!!!! Slayed it! I had about three inches of dark outgrowth and very blonde hair. She painted, feathered (blended) and toned my hair beautifully! We decided on a mauve color for my roots to be blended into my previous color and it totally worked. Not that it matters but my boyfriend even said he loved it!! Go and sit in her chair, relax and enjoy... the salon itself is super chill and friendly. I have had a solid three years of getting what I want every time : )
Emily P.
Emily P.
Dec 18, 2015
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Brigitte did such a great job taking me back to my natural color after a brief, poorly considered and ill advised attempt to be a redhead.

I totally trusted her from the very first moment I sat down in the chair, and enjoyed talking with her during the lengthy process of coloring my longgggg hair. She suggested going darker at first to allow the color to fade naturally, and it worked like a charm! Plus I majorly enjoyed my life as a raven-haired badass for a couple weeks. It's been about six weeks and I have zero roots - praise!

Anyway, Brigitte is super talented and really sweet and her
Kate S.
Kate S.
Feb 12, 2015
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I have been seeing Jackie for a few years now and she is amazing! I have followed her to a few salons and will go anywhere in the city she goes, that's how good she is. Jackie takes the time to really listen to what you want and talk it through before diving into the cut/color. She's got some serious talent! It is clear by her techniques that she really cares about her craft and making sure you get exactly what you want. A few other pros....she is FUNNY! And serves wine/beer. Go see her asap!

Roots Salon is a warm, welcoming space that played awesome 80's tunes the whole time and