At Sine we have built a reputation for customized, caring service performed by expert innovative hair stylists in our three salons in Chicago IL. Frequently named the best Chicago Hair Salon, Sine Qua Non curates on-trend hair styles, specializing in women's haircuts, men's haircuts and barbering, highlighting, haircolor, bridal hair, blowouts, and the latest color techniques, including balayage, ombre and creative hair painting.
Our focus on advanced hair stylist training ensures that we do the highest quality of work by delivering an extensive education program for young stylists in our dynamic environment. Educating stylists since 1993, Sine Qua Non sets the standard in the beauty industry by offering a flexible, creative, and supportive environment for the best hair stylists in Chicago to thrive in.
Our focus on advanced hair stylist training ensures that we do the highest quality of work by delivering an extensive education program for young stylists in our dynamic environment. Educating stylists since 1993, Sine Qua Non sets the standard in the beauty industry by offering a flexible, creative, and supportive environment for the best hair stylists in Chicago to thrive in.
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SINE QUA NON: AN INDISPENSABLE OR ESSENTIAL INGREDIENT - "That which you cant live without". Sine Qua Non Salons, began in 1993. Native Chicagoan Laura Boton created the go-to hair destination for Chicago's creative community. Celebrating 28 years in business, Sine's award-winning salons in Chicago deliver excellent artistic hair services in a friendly and restorative environment.
Our stylists are priced on a level system organized by experience. Haircuts include a BASIC blow dry only. If additional styling is requested or required such as long hair, straightening curly hair, or flat ironing/curling iron, an additional fee may be applied. For men: From tailored men's barbering, to shaggy rock hair, we do what you want in the best possible way.
If you make an Oribe purchase over $75, enjoy a complimentary "Lather Up" Kit while supplies last. This includes deluxe sample sizes of the Cote d'Azur soap, Restorative Body Creme, and Replenishing Body Wash. Choose from pre-selected group of travel sizes. While supplies last! Sine Qua Non Gift Cards are a great way to give the gift of Great Hair.
Our photo work is a labor of love and reflects our collective taste and style. We have worked alongside great photographers such as Howard Mclaren, Joshua Haines, and Scott Schigley. All the hairdressing and shoot styling done by SQN Artistic Team. Sine Qua Non Gift Cards are a great way to give the gift of Great Hair.
Each year, the Chicago Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local. We're a finalist for @betterchicago's Best of 2021! Better's #Bestof2021 highlights the best businesses around Chicago and the North Shore, and we need your help to win.
Reviews (10)
Allie Woodcock
Dec 01, 2021
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Sonia is a true master when it comes to hair. She was able to give me a beautiful color that will be able to withstand longer time between cuts. Also she’s the first stylist to not want to chop inches off my hair. Aside from that she’s funny, personable, and has a lot of knowledge. You won’t go wrong in her hands. Already figuring out when to schedule my next appointment.
Gentry Quinones
Nov 24, 2021
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Jennifer Weil
Nov 06, 2021
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Tina Arora
Oct 30, 2021
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Taylor Marcel
Oct 16, 2021
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Willa Catherine
Sep 24, 2021
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Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Ashley Franco is THE BEST! I've been seeing Ashley for over the past two years. She has a keen eye for current trends, which I don't, that she executes with precision and mastery. But what really keeps me sticking around is her open, friendly, humble personality that feels like a breath of fresh air in this world.
Services: Highlights, Hairstyling, Haircut, Gloss or Glaze
Ashley Franco is THE BEST! I've been seeing Ashley for over the past two years. She has a keen eye for current trends, which I don't, that she executes with precision and mastery. But what really keeps me sticking around is her open, friendly, humble personality that feels like a breath of fresh air in this world.
Services: Highlights, Hairstyling, Haircut, Gloss or Glaze
Team Plax
Sep 13, 2021
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Chris P.
Aug 29, 2021
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Would give zero stars if I could. I drove over an hour through rush hr traffic from the suburbs as this place was highly recommended. I ended up 5 min beyond my appt grace window (15 min) and they turned me away... And that was with a call in advance giving a notice I was stuck in traffic... Haircuts might be good but the customer service not so much.... They asked me to reschedule... I'd love to just with another salon.
Jelena J.
May 24, 2021
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I’ve gone here in the past, and was very happy with the results! However, my most recent experience wasn’t as comparable. I had gone in asking for a balayage with a lighter highlight in the front. As for the haircut, I had asked for longer layers in the back and chin-length curtain bangs. My hairstylist was extremely nice and seemed to understand and grasp the idea of what I wanted. She walked me through everything we did which was really appreciated. We agreed on taking off 2 inches of my hair as my ends were dry, yet I wanted to still keep my length. I was sad to see about 5 inches come off
Jaime Raglow
Mar 26, 2021
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