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Guide relax to dye for GIVE YOUR 'DO A NEW HUE WITH CHICAGO'S VERY BEST COLOR EXPERTS. by elle eichinger Art + Science W Mario Tricoci Hair ith a constantly evolving menu, Art + Science is a perpetual pioneer of what's new in color techniques and trends; it's currently the only salon using Revlon Professional's new color line, Revlonissimo. In her almost 10 years at the helm, color director Susan Hurley has colored the hair of rock royalty and big-screen starlets. 1971 N. Halsted St., 312-787-4247; 1554 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-227-4247; artandsciencesalon.com Charles Ifergan Salon T he legendary Oak Street salon has been in business for 39 years, offering on-trend cuts and colors. Ifergan colorists find inspiration from cultures around the world: For this season, color director George Zafiris—a master of correcting botched dye jobs— debuts Hot & Cool, a new effect that adds pop to lowlights. 106 E. Oak St., 312-642-4484; charlesifergan.com Joseph Michael's Salon and Spa B ehind the fabulous hair of the models and dancers at Macy's Glamorama are stylists from Joseph Michael's, the event's partner for the past three years. Senior stylist Vesna Kozomora, the "queen of micro-highlighting," is know for her ultrathin and delicate highlight patterns. 1313 N. Ritchie Court, 312-482-9800; mychicagosalon.com 142 michiganavemag.com Salon & Day Spa A lways a go-to for top tresses, Mario Tricoci has more color options than we can count. When Hollywood comes to town, it's often Tricoci colorist Nelida D'Alessandro that sweeps new color into celebrity locks—she worked on Amber Heard and Jenna Dewan Tatum for Playboy Club and keeps up color for the stars of the series Boss. 900 N. Michigan Ave., 847-202-1900; tricoci.com Maxine Salon M axine Salon is Chicago's flagship L'Oréal Professionnel Haircolor Center. A color veteran of more than 15 years, Tina Deeke loves a challenge—she's a must for those with curly hair. Deeke developed Bali-Curl, in which she paints into the round part of the curl, creating light, reflections, and depth. 712 N. Rush St., 312-751-1511; maxinesalon.com Michael & Michael M ichael & Michael is one of the few hair-only boutiques left, which allows its technicians to focus on crafting the perfect 'do. Colorists Rebecca Poole and Marta Lopez are always up to date on tress trends, having most recently studied balayage and ombre with Nancy Braun from the L'Oréal Professionnel Soho Academy in NYC. 365 W. Chicago Ave., 312-951-0779; michaelandmichael.com Maxine Salon is Chicago's flagship for L'Oreal Professionnel Haircolor Center. Mixed Co. Salon W ith nationally renowned colorist Patrick Ryan at the helm, Mixed Co. is the only truly balayage- focused salon in Chicago. Ryan has even developed his own version of the freehand color technique, dubbed "Painted by Patrick," and he colors the hair of many of Chicago's favorite sports wives. 223 W. Erie St., 312-929-2627; mixedcosalon.com and paintedbypatrick.com Paul Rehder Salon T his Gold Coast favorite is home to one of the steadiest hands in highlights, Jillian Seely, whose balayage treatment is a must-try. The foil-free treatment lasts up to a month longer than regular highlights and grows out more naturally. Celebs love Seely, too: Rose McGowan, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Jeremy Piven have all occupied her chair. 939 N. Rush St., 312-943-7404; jillianseely.com Salon Buzz T he beauty buzz for blondes: Colorist Sherri Richards is the best of the best. Her specialty is blonde hair in any shade, but she's also an expert in color correc- tions. Owner Andreas Zafiriadis runs his business on the philoso- phy that knowledge is essential, so Richards and her colleagues are continually up to speed on new techniques and trends. 310 W. Superior St. and 1 E. Delaware Pl., 312-943-5454; salonbuzz.com MA Number patrick ryan of mixed co. salon tells us how to find the perfect color. Color by What determines the hair color someone should go with? Skin tone, eye color, and natural hair color. Also, lifestyle and one's level of commitment to maintenance are key. How can a client be sure she won't be disappointed with her color? A thorough consultation is necessary [beforehand]. I encourage clients to bring in pictures so we're on the same page. Your idea of "chocolate brown" and mine could be two completely different things. A hair-color client at the bayalage- focused Mixed Co. Salon. photography bymichael roberts (maxine salon)