MICHELE FOR HAIR

Michele for Hair is at 775 Elmwood Avenue in the Elmwood Village, and has followed hair trends in the neighborhood since 1983. The salon describes itself as an Aveda concept salon, and its outlook connects hair and body care with the environment and personal well-being.

The team starts by looking at each client's personal style and then adds practical solutions so the result stays manageable between visits. According to the salon, cuts are sharp, textured and precise, colour is creative, natural and fun, and special occasion hair is sophisticated, trendy and chic. Services cover women's, long hair, men's and children's cuts, permanent and highlight colour, and event styling.

The AVEDA Professional Hair and Scalp Treatments are a signature offering: Shine, Scalp Renewal, Bond Building and Strengthening, and Hair Intensive Hydrating. The salon says the full benefit of a treatment lasts four weeks with proper maintenance, and treatments can be added to a service. Keratin smoothing is also available to reduce curl, wave and frizz. Gift cards are sold, and retail hair and body products can be ordered through the online shop.

Pairs a style-first consultation with practical, easy-to-maintain solutions. The salon's philosophy connects beauty, the environment and well-being.