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5 DIY Hair Tricks that Work!

March 3, 2015

Remember the old trick of using Kool-Aid to dye your hair in high school? While that was fun, it might not be the most practical and healthy thing to do with your hair. There are some do-it-yourself home hair tricks that do actually work though and aren’t harmful on your hair. Below are our five… Read More

Why choose Aveda makeup?

February 18, 2015

XEX is proud to be an Aveda Concepts Salon. We love Aveda products for their look and quality. We also love them for the ingredients used to create them. Did you know that you absorb up to 60% of the makeup you use on your skin? Many store-bought makeups include ingredients that have been linked… Read More

Our favorite hair styles from the 2015 Grammy Awards

February 9, 2015

The Grammy awards are always a lot of fun. Our favorite musicians have a chance to showcase their version of elegant style. Some go super edgy. Some go with great, classic looks. Here are our top pics for hair styles at this year’s Grammy awards. Katy Perry Katy Perry debuted her purple lob, getting lots… Read More

Our Favorite Looks from the Golden Globes

January 12, 2015

Last night was the first big red carpet event of 2015. Here are our favorite looks. Emily Blunt Braids are all the rage lately. Emily Blunt’s elegant braids were split down the middle, complimenting her white silk dress beautifully. Emma Stone Emma Stone sported easy waves that were loosely clasped in the back with a… Read More

Join us for our 2014 Holiday Benefit!

December 2, 2014

We’re thrilled to announce our 2014 Holiday Benefit! The event will be held on Friday, December 12. 100% of proceeds from your hair services that day will be donated to Feeding America. You will also have the opportunity to take part in our giving tree. Some of our favorite Chicago businesses have donated great items… Read More