Lather Chicago

I had a great experience today at Lather. As soon as I walked through the door, I was offered tea, coffee, or water. Kristyn was absolutely amazing. She knew exactly what I wanted and had some good advice about my hair. She even gave me a hand massage while the condition was setting. Thank you!

I just left Lather after getting a cut and conditioning treatment from Kristyn, and I’m really impressed with the work she did. After discussing what I was looking for, she gave me exactly the cut and style I was looking for.
This place is reasonably priced already, but they give you the kind of service you’d expect would cost much more. Before my cut I received a complimentary scalp and hand massage that made the whole experience really relaxing.
Besides getting a great cut, I wasn’t pressured at all to buy a bunch of expensive products at any point. I was even directed to a few inexpensive products, and that was only after I asked for something to help with my frizzy hair. This place is the best.

Nice vibe here, not overly precious or self-​impressed. Was offered water/​tea/​coffee upon arrival. They do a scalp massage to start and gentle hand massage while your conditioner sets. The haircut was reasonably priced, especially given those extras. Kristyn did a great job asking questions and making sure I would be pleased with the result. She even offered to wet my hair after it was cut & dried to show what it would look like for me (since I’m lazy/​inept and don’t style my hair).

I’ve had the pleasure of working with the lovely stylists at Lather and cannot wait until my next transformation. The owner, Tim, is really intuitive and always adds a little extra flair to his work. As a performer, his attention to detail is much appreciated.

Great Staff, great space, very clean and professional. Been going there for years. Would recommend it highly.

My cut and color continues to get rave reviews. Strangers stop me. I am appreciative of the lessons that I have learned as I continue to morph from shoulder length to long hair. Tim and his team are charming and engaging. I also like the community that I get to interact with and to know. I have made some lovely friends and acquaintances along the years that I have be a client. Beyond Excellent customer service and a slice of joie de vie each time I am sitting on that chair.

I love this place. I’ve been a loyal customers for several years and now my entire family call Lather their salon too.
The staff will readjust their schedules in order to accommodate mine when I have to cancel appointments and reschedule. I am greeted with hugs which I love, offered delicious green tea (or coffee or water depending on my mood) as soon as I arrive. The owner and staff all bring in delicious baked treats for the holidays and always share them with their clients. The Salon abd bathroom are always immaculate and beautifully decorated.
Carrie

They have roaches. I’ve seen them in all of the cups. It’s disgusting. Their aesthetic is low rent.

Brought my 12 yr old here for her first salon experience, just on a whim since it was close to her school. Edgar gave her a fantastic cut and blow dry while being very friendly and quite charming. I think I found a new salon for me too.

They took me as a walk-​in. Price was as expected for a decent place. Very friendly staff, very cute dog on premises. I’d go again.

Again, I am totally happy with my hairstyling experience at Lather! From the moment I walked in until the moment I left, it was another blissful appointment. Tim, the salon owner, once again worked his magic-​starting with the essential oil and scalp massage to the farewell hug when I left. He cut my hair and styled it beautifully. I highly recommend Lather for all styles and textures of hair. It’s just a few hundred feet from the Montrose Brown Line stop so is convenient to anyone who lives in the city!

This is a great neighborhood salon. Everyone there is very friendly. My stylist, Edgar, is so great. I have been going to him for a few years now for highlights and haircuts. Edgar takes his time and never makes you feel rushed. He has a great personality and is always up for chatting about the latest movies, books, or TV shows while you’re in his chair. I am so glad that I found him a few years ago. Also, after your first initial appointment, you can book all of your appointments online through the Lather website, which is super convenient. If you are looking for a great neighborhood place with friendly staff and good prices, check out Lather!

I go between three stars and four. First off I went there to about five inches taken off and a glaze treatment. My stylist was a very nice guy, super chatty but it was nice to have some conversation. My biggest complaint is my head is not a toy for you to push around at your own leisure. Please be gentle when you want me to tilt my head forward/​side to side… etc, don’t shove it! It was because of all this man handling that I don’t really want to go back to the shop. I loved my hair cut too.

Tim is an all-​star when it comes to cuts and style (and probably other things!) I have long, layered hair, which can be pretty basic, but he pays close attention to what he is doing and consistently delivers a great cut. Not to mention the fact that he’s a great guy and always has fun stories to share!

I’ve been getting my haircut with Martin for years! He always makes my hair look great! He’s accommodating with his schedule and does his best to make you look your best! Lather is a good location. You can get your haircut and have a nice lunch, dinner or drinks nearby.

My hair dude of 8 years just started working at this salon, so I went today for the first time to get a cut and color. I really like the salon itself because they use hair color and products that are not tested on animals, which is huge for me. I could not be happier with Martin at his new cruelty free salon.

I’ve never had such an AMAZING experience getting my hair cut. Right off the Montrose brown line stop in Ravenswood, Lather boasts warm, positive energy. I connected with the hair stylists right away; they make you feel at home. First of all, the owner, Tim, has the sweetest dog, Dexter. I walked inside and Dexter was sunbathing on the couch by the huge windows, which let in refreshing natural light. I sat right next to him, and only waited a minute before Tim called my name.
Tim has owned the store for nine years and I think our neighborhood is lucky to have him and his salon. He is a great listener. He started off my haircut by asking me to smell two types of essential oils. I picked one and he asked me to inhale and exhale three times slowly. The scent made my shoulders drop and my eyes close. My body relaxed, letting out tension before he even started shampooing and conditioning my hair.
The aroma of the shampoo and conditioner infused the room with a floral fragrance. After he finished washing my hair, we got to chatting about food. I told him I’ve been trying to not eat dairy to see if it will help clear up my skin. He told me about this book: It Starts with Food: Discover the WHOLE30 and Change your Life in Unexpected Ways by Dallas & Melissa Hartwig. It sounded like such a great read and he lent it to me.
Oh yeah, and then there’s Mike, another hair stylist: he offered me guacamole, peppermint tea, and two lollipops while I was there. He is wonderful!
To sum it up, here are five reasons why I love this salon:
1. The wait time is minimal (and you have a sweet dog to keep you company!).
2. The hair stylists make you feel right at home; they offer you coffee, water or tea when you arrive.
3. Mike will offer you guacamole!
4. Tim gives wonderful haircuts and may even lend you a book!
5. Both Mike and Tim are genuine and give you the best advice, whether it’s related to your hair or personal life.
If you’re looking for a hair salon, there’s no place better than Lather!
P. S. This was my first Unilocal review!

I have to say I love love love Lather.
I moved to the city a little over a year ago and had been going back to Wisconsin for my cuts because I was afraid to leave my stylist. As it turned out I love Mike at Lather even more than my previous stylist.
I have only had my hair cut at Lather so I can’t speak to other services, but I will be coloring my hair here in the near future.
I was back for my second cut with Mike today, and he did just an amazing job just like the first time. And the entire staff is very personable and kind. Tim is a great guy too.
I leave feeling like a million bucks every time. I highly recommend Lather for anybody looking for a great salon.

When I first moved here roughly two and a half years ago, I really struggled to find a new barber or stylist. I tried places like Halo for Men and paid $ 60 for a haircut and also tried lesser places where I feel like I got exactly what I paid for (not great). For no reason in particular, I stopped in Lather and haven’t gone anywhere else since.
The staff is incredibly warm and friendly, and the two stylists I’ve had did a superior job in not only doing what I asked, but also making expert suggestions. Likewise, Lather has even squeezed me in last minute a few times, which is more than appreciated. The price is a solid middle ground between what I’ve experience in Chicago, and I feel like I’m getting way more bang for my buck at Lather.
I have nothing but great things to say about this place and would recommend Lather to anyone.

First time here. Edgar was my stylist and did a great job with my new «lob.» He was very friendly and went the extra mile to give me a cut that looked great and was low maintenance (my preference). He even gave me suggestions for future cuts that would fit my face shape.