Sun Beauty Salon

I debated writing this, as I’ve been coming here for a few years and was generally happy before my last cut. The woman who owns this place was always nice, she even seemed to remember me even though I came in maybe once a year. I have long hair and I would get my usual trim, long layers. She was always trying to talk me into shorter layers and one time, she wanted to go for bangs and I agreed. They looked great, I got compliments on the street. They were a pain to grow out, of course. According to the stylist at the fancy place I got my hair dyed (balayage at Epoch Salon) it was a good cut so I felt great about saving money. One time there was a bit of a wait, but not too bad. The owner is sweet, but the last time she was trying so hard to sell me some conditioner she’s got, her comments and compliments felt forced and fake.
But the main point is, I brought in a picture, discussed the cut in detail, we agreed on the length to cut very clearly, 4 inches, and then she cut off 8 inches. It was WAY shorter than what we agreed on. Also the layers were too long so I almost have triangle head and it’s just basic (as in basic white girls) almost «the Rachel,» which I’m always desperate to avoid and give lots of instructions not to angle down from the face and is not at all the cut my picture had. I just wanted to get out of there. When I said it was way shorter than I expected, she said I had a lot of dead ends, however, I wish I’d been told before the plan was changed! I asked about the long layers since she’d always been into cutting short layers, and she said, next time you can keep the shorter layers but the bottom part will have grown out. There won’t be a next time, I feel betrayed.

I’ve been coming here since for over 15 years and Esther is the best. She is a very skilled and fast but at the same time very attentive. Wait times are low and the price is super reasonable. I recommend you pay Esther a visit. She is very friendly and will take care of you.

I called this place on a whim after not being able to go to my regular place. They got me in, and I love it here! Esther was fast, friendly, and attentive. I was in and out in about 20 minutes with no wash, but a couple of different styling options. The price is low but they make you feel like a high end customer.

Best haircut ever! Inviting, accommodating, affordable! I was new to the neighborhood and dreaded going to one of those chain salons or over priced fancy places and luckily found Sun Beauty!
I always get in when I want. The cut is efficient and skillfully done. I’ve never had more compliments on my hair, even by random strangers. Will continue to go here no matter where I live in the city!

Yes yes yes!!! I’ve been in Chicago a year and finally have found a salon that I can’t wait to come back to again and again. I don’t have a particularly difficult style to work with and I’m very open minded, so I generally trust just about anyone with my hair, including Hair Cuttery. That being said, going to your run of the mill place always seems like such a chore and I’ve been yearning for a place that makes me leave feeling confident that I got a great deal by someone who gets it.
Today I got a walk-​in appointment and waited less than 15 minutes. My only concern was that perhaps I’m not their typical customer – I’m a 24-​year old small town girl without a lick of Spanish knowledge – but it was soon clearly confirmed that this place knows how to work with anyone (an older lady was before me, and then a Hispanic woman, and then another young woman after).
I showed Miriam (?) a picture of what I was thinking, and she didn’t have to look twice to understand exactly what I needed. I also appreciated that she very clearly understood my type of hair (very fine!!!) and what it needed. She was fast, efficient, and happy. I liked that conversation was natural. We didn’t talk a lot, but it didn’t feel forced, and when we weren’t talking I didn’t feel super awkward about it.
I’m so happy with how everything turned out. My hair is happy too! Can’t wait to go back!

I love Esther and her team. They truly care that you get a good hair cut and walk out the door happy. She is skilled at what she does and doesn’t need to fill your hair with fancy products, encourage that you need to buy any, or charge a fortune. I cannot wait to go back.

I’ve been going to this place for years. Esther is efficient and thorough. She listens to your needs and never ends a haircut without double-​checking with you several times to make sure the style and length are appropriate. Also, for less than $ 20 a haircut, it is really hard to find that type of service and consistency and hair stylist in this area.

This is an awesome place for an overpriced neighborhood. You can get a haircut for $ 10, compared to some salons in the area which charge as much as $ 40. The stylist is very quick and follows your instructions to the letter. I was actually walking to another salon when I saw this place and decided to try it. This is my new haircut place.

Best kept hair salon secret in Chicago? I think so. I just paid less than $ 20 for a haircut (INCLUDING tip!) by Esther that I routinely pay $ 60 for at another salon. Not to mention how fast it was! I didn’t opt for a wash and I would say I was in and out in 25 minutes– including the time Esther took to show me easy different ways I could style my hair for different looks. You can’t beat that kind of attention and talent. I’m very happy with this place and plan to return for every trim.

I wanted to like this place because of all the supposedly great reviews…
But I gave you a list of what I wanted done… how could you be this bad?
I literally wrote it down and then went over it with you…
— Don’t use the razor around my ear– Which you did
— Square in the back– Which you didn’t
— Only cut the tips off– You took off 2 inches
— A 5 on the side– You didn’t have that setting… how’s that possible?
Then you shaved off some of my beard???
Quality over Quantity — I should have realized it was empty for a reason.
I’m throwing in a second star because the lady is nice… but common

I will never go anywhere else in Chicago if I can help it!
I stumbled upon this place in a desperate search for a haircut over the holidays, and they are incredible!
Both ladies working at the time were delightful to talk with, and they were super professional when cutting hair. I haven’t enjoyed a haircut nor salon experience this much in my life. They made it so easy, and they helped me find a great style.
And with all of that positive feedback in mind, there’s more: the price can’t be beat!
I’m looking forward to going back for another haircut!

Update since last review… 2 years later and still coming. Ester does a great job and takes direction perfectly. Ask about her organic soaps too!

This place is great! Made an appointment that day and got right in. The hairdresser was friendly, quick and really got what style I was going for (I have a unique edgy haircut). Plus the very best part, $ 12! Like whaaaat?! I have never received a great haircut in the city for less than $ 30 and that was a steal! Totally going to go back for me next cut!

I hate having my hair cut, and I hate paying a lot for it even more. Which is why for the first few years I lived in Chicago I went to supercuts and once even had my sideburns completely shaved off, among other nightmarish experiences.
I’ve been to Sun Beauty twice now and have had excellent haircuts both times, for a reasonable price. Esther and her help (I’ve forgotten her name now, sadly) were both very good. I walked in both times, and both times I felt like I was in experienced and caring hands. This is my new go-​to!

A neighborhood GEM. I stopped in here because I heard that they offer great hair cuts and were very inexpensive. I have chin-​length hair, am in my mid-​twenties and like bold but easy to maintain haircuts. I have received two excellent, fun, neat, incredibly inexpensive hair cuts from Esther and her co-​worker. I will keep coming here every month. Spread the word about this place. Plus, I’d like to think that supporting Sun Beauty helps to prevent the gentrification of Andersonville from more expensive, newer and wealthier businesses from pushing out older businesses that deserve to stay in the neighborhood.

The shop is dirty; the combs are dirty — there’s no blue anticeptic (sic ?) liquid in the glass container; the scissors are dirty. When I was there, two clients, a couple, walked in to have their hair cut. As each sat in Esther’s chair, Esther began combing their hair. The horrible odor of dirty dirty hair emanated throughout the shop. Esther did not wash their hair; rather, she cut their hair. They paid and left. Without cleaning her comb or scissors, she gestured to the next client to come and sit in her chair. He did and she combed and cut his hair without cleaning her comb or scissors. When it was my turn in her chair, I asked her to clean her comb and scissors. She ran both under the water faucet, came back to her chair, and raised her arm to cut my hair. I stopped her, got up and left without a hair cut or dye.

Wonderful as usual! Esther know exactly what to do with my mane! Is great with my boys! Fabulous price too. Glad we found her :)

Went today for my first time. Esther (the owner) was very friendly, fast, and an affordable cut. Posted an «after» picture on Facebook and was immediately complimented. Extra bonus, I didn’t have to wait or make an appointment that CTA might make me late for.

First I should make clear that my rating is based on what a mid 20s girl is looking for. The price cannot be beat of course. 12 bucks is crazy, but the haircut kinda sucks. All I came in for was a bang trim. I had a pic with me so she could see exactly what I wanted. It was a sort of choppy, modern bangs look that drops at the edges. Nothing any medium rate salons didn’t give me without a problem. I came out looking like a ten year old child with a moon shaped hairline. I went there to save money and because I didn’t think someone could mess up bangs too much, especially if they have great Unilocal ratings. Perhaps for ‘mature’ ladies who want a cheap foofy cut it’s fine. Don’t suggest it for modern cuts for young adult women.

Near to a Jewel, I think it is the most economical hair cut place around. I just walked by and attracted by the $ 10 poster.
It is really only 10 bucks include everything, everyone.
As previewers said, it’s quick and professional. I feel it’s very good.