Get dolled up at these 7 top hair salons in Marion, IL

Face it: finding a hair salon can be a challenge. Whether you’re new to the area or need a fresh start with a new stylist, Marion, Illinois, has you covered. These seven hair salons all offer some of the best services in the area, and many of them even include nail, makeup, and massage services so you can stick around and enjoy additional pampering before you spend a romantic evening out. Keep in mind that some salons require appointments, so before you head out, reach out to the salons directly to see if that’s necessary.

The Avenue on Main

106 East Main St.

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The husband and wife team of Evan and Olivia Porter, both of whom have roots in Southern Illinois, spent several years living and working in Salt Lake City, Utah. While there, they worked alongside some of the industry’s leading professionals. They brought their knowledge and experience back with them to Southern Illinois and opened The Avenue on Main in August 2017. They also own The Avenue Barbershop and Salon in nearby Herrin.

The salon and barbershop strives to offer customers the highest quality of service with every visit. Its stylists participate in continuing education courses as well as learn new techniques to stay at the forefront of the industry’s leading trends. The full-service salon offers haircuts, coloring, extensions, treatments, and blowouts. For men, they can enjoy a variety of barber services such as trims, grey blending, and a hot towel shave. The salon is closed on Sundays.

Cheveux Salon

7992 Aviation Dr. Suite C

Owned by Sherry Almaroad, Cheveux Salon is an ambassador salon for the ARROJO Brand, which means its privy to the products of this world-leader in salon products. All its stylists receive training directly from Nick Arrojo and his team of master stylists. They learn about the precision-based hairdressing method, which focuses on quality and integrity. As a result, every stylist acts as a consultant to help each client receive the best treatment, showing them how to expertly style their hair at home. Customers also receive advice and tips on the right products for their hair type.

Come into the salon for a haircut, style, color, perm, or Brazilian blowout. Don’t forget to try out the salon’s nail and makeup services, including waxing and adding lash extensions. The salon is closed on Sunday and is only available on Mondays via appointment.

Genesis Salon and Spa

3001 Williamson County Pkwy.

After she spent 15 years working at other salons, Jessica Bryant opened Genesis Salon and Spa intending to give clients a tranquil and relaxing environment to get pampered. The salon’s qualified specialists take pride in their work, and the salon backs up their performance that all clients receive a risk-free guarantee. In addition to hair, the salon does waxing, eyelashes, and nails. You can also enjoy a massage, facial, or have makeup applied. Combine some of these services in one of its many packages, such as a prenatal or face and body.

When it comes to hair, the salon does almost anything. You can head in for a cut or trim, color or highlights, blow-outs or touch-ups. You can even enjoy a deep-conditioning treatment, balayage, and root touch-ups if you notice your hair color is beginning to fade. Bring in your little one for the first haircut, and the salon will even provide a photo of this monumental occasion. The salon is closed on Sunday and is only available with appointments on Monday.

Hair by Parish

1605 W. Cherry St.

Parish, who is the owner, entered cosmetology school straight out of college and finished top of the class. After taking an advanced cosmetology course and several business classes, Parish worked for the Regis Corporation for four years before opening Hair by Parish in 2015. Since then the salon has grown into a location with a nail technician and another stylist. Make an appointment for a haircut, style, color, or blowout. The salon is closed on Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday. Appointments are required.

Hot Heads

4503 W. Deyoung St.

Established in 2005, Hot Heads is a full-service hair and beauty studio that provides all types of hair services for men, women, and children. It prides itself on being one of the top 10 Paul Mitchell salons in the entire state, which means that clients receive the best in products and service. Some of the services provided include haircuts, keratin treatments, highlights, Brazilian blowouts, stylings, and updos. It also offers massages and barber services. The salon is open every day of the week and stays open later so customers can come in whenever it’s convenient for them.

HQ and Company Spa and Salon

107 S. Russell St.

A full-service spa and salon, HQ and Company Spa and Salon invites clients to stop in and enjoy an entire day of pampering. Its stylists give personal attention to every client and customize their beauty needs based on their lifestyle and budget. Visit the salon for a haircut, color, style, and blowout, and then stay for a massage or manicure. The salon is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Tangles Hair Salon

1301 Enterprise Way

Head over to Tangles Hair Salon to receive a quality haircut enhanced by premium products. Its stylists give you excellent service, whether you’re coming in for a haircut, style, or Brazilian blowout. All its stylists are trained to provide exemplary care and can help you find the perfect style and cut that highlights your best features. Keep in mind that the salon is closed on Sundays.

With so many salons available, you might feel overwhelmed with all the options. After all, you’re trusting someone to give you a style, cut, or color that looks flattering and makes you feel good. VW of Marion has tried to help you narrow down your salon options by highlighting the top seven spots to check out. Did we highlight the most important salons in the area? If not, please contact us so that we can add it to our list.