Marco Cardenas

Marco Cardenas is an owner and stylist at Salon Rouge Chicago. He has been the lead stylist and educator at the salon since 2000. Earlier he worked as a Platform Artist, educating hair stylists in several states.

He specializes in blonde color and highlights, from natural Hamptons tones to golden West Coast looks. He uses a multidimensional color placing method. His signature cuts are shaped by facial structure, hair texture and lifestyle, with inspiration from cutting trends, art and architecture, mixing classic and modern styles.

His clients include high-profile professionals and international visitors. Allure magazine recognized him as one of Chicago's 'Best of the Best' hair designers, and he is recognized for motivating professionals to stay committed to their craft.