Gossip Salon

Gossip Salon sits at Fountain View Drive in Carol Stream and describes its aim as high quality work at reasonable prices in a trendy setting. Its services span hair, skin, hair removal, tanning, teeth whitening, injectables, bridal and makeup work, permanent jewelry and head spa treatments.

Hair is the core of the menu. Stylists cover cuts and color, from touch-ups and mini foil through full and custom foil, with toners and gloss available. Hand-tied extensions are offered, with a deposit required for the hair consultation, and keratin treatments come in KCMAX, express and personalized versions. Cut prices listed by Carla start at $55 for women, $40 for men, $35 for kids, and $45 for a wash and style; the salon notes that listed prices are subject to change.

Skin, brow and body services include a broad facial menu, brow waxing with or without tinting, electrolysis sessions from 15 to 60 minutes, and Botox and filler appointments with Dr. Ariadna. Airbrush tans are custom, with a group rate for four or more people. The salon says a tan rinses off in one to three hours. Teeth whitening comes in 30, 45 and 60 minute sessions, plus a longer sensitivity option.

Some services have set rules. Botox clients need a $50 deposit that goes toward the treatment, and it is kept for cancellations within 24 hours. Free Botox consultations are limited to 15 minutes, with extra time charged. Botox clients must be 18 or older, or be accompanied by a guardian. Teeth whitening is for adults 18 and older and is not offered during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Whitening clients should wait two weeks after Botox or lip fillers, book two days before an event, arrive five minutes early, and finish any needed dental work first. Carmela and Tahira take appointment requests by phone.

The salon describes its goal as high quality services at fair prices, with each stylist and practitioner handling their own client work.

The salon describes its atmosphere as trendy.