Maxine Salon's Braid Bar
Custer's last strand
Tired of top knots? Head to the Gold Coast for the newest updo to hit the streets. Twisted styles include herringbone (a.k.a. fishtail), French, waterfall, and cord.
Inside Story: Dr. Sherry Shieh's Beauty Cabinet
From sunscreen to face wash, we find out what Dr. Shieh uses to keep her skin so flawless. The best part? Most of the products are available at the drugstore.
Clinical Facials at CI Luxury MedSpa
No muss, no fuss facials
Sure, the prefix “med” scares us, too. But after one treatment, we’re med heads, and we predict you will be, too.
Blowtique Leaves You High and Dry
Get your hair did
Tame your windblown locks at Chicago’s first dry bar, opening Saturday in the Gold Coast.
Inside Story: Kristen Arnett's Beauty Closet
She’s been powdering famous faces for years. Now she’s taking us into her house and showing us the only five beauty products you need to get the job done.
Best Gyms and Workouts in Chicago
Stretches and crunches for the non-gym rat
Think going to the gym is a chore? Sweat no more (unless you want to). There are places for a person like you. The options are endless at these small studios offering yoga, dance, cycling, and more. Anything but barbells.
Save Face at Exfole8
Facials, microdermabrasion, and waxing treatments
Head to a new West Loop spa for in-and-out treatments that leave you refreshed (and possibly hairless). The killer membership program is not to be missed.
Let's Get Physical: Fitness Gear Roundup
No pain, no gain
Need some exercise incentive? (Don’t be shy.) Looking good while you sweat will make you feel good. Check out the newest, chicest shoes, bras, gear, water bottles, and more. Working out just got easier.
