The Beehive Boutique Salon

I’ve been coming to Sunny at the Beehive since October 2014. She always does her best to accommodate my availability which usually means early mornings. She’s so friendly and personable. I originally came to her with dark brown hair and I wanted to go basically bleach blonde. She told me that realistically it would take a few processes especially since she didn’t want to damage my hair and risk all the breakage. She educated me on the proper shampoo I should use to help keep my hair healthy. The salon is super cozy, has wifi, good tunes playing and she always offers you something to drink! I have had many people compliment my hair both friends and complete strangers. I recommend everyone that asks to Sunny because I am confident that she never disappoints!

I signed up for a hair appointment with my fiancée. We said two haircuts at 11am on a Saturday. We walked in, they took her right away, asked her by her name. They didn’t tell me anything, so I took a seat. After waiting 45 minutes I asked someone if I would be taken care of for my 11am appointment…
Now, here it gets good:
She said «yes, I’ll be taking you right after your girlfriend». I asked when that would be. She said around 1:15. Yes, 2.25 hours later after the original appointment.
I was a little taken aback and I said «after 1? I made an appointment for 11am». She did not say anything or offer any apology, but rather said «yes, I was doing both of you. you made an appointment for two right?»
This was both our first time at this salon. So, this greedy girl wanted to take us both. while her counterpart sat behind the counter with no appointment or hair to cut. This was our FIRST TIME as I stated. We did not ask for you by name. Nor did we want to wait a combined 3 hours or two haircuts.
When I told the woman this, she did not offer an apology. Rather she said, «there’s a barber shop right down the street. Why don’t you try that?»
She requested us to go to a COMPLETELY different place, instead of having someone cut my hair.
Terrible terrible experience. Definitely not going back and will discourage anyone from going if they ask.

I am so happy that I found Sunny through Instagram about a year ago. She is amazing and I would never get my hair dyed anywhere else! She is the sweetest person and always makes you feel welcome. I have recommended her to many friends and strangers who ask me about my hair and I’ve even had other hairstylists compliment my hair color and how great it looks. She’s helped me achieve my dream blonde balayage hair color from a naturally very dark brown color, all the while keeping it healthy. If you’re thinking about going to her… do it! You won’t regret it.

I would go to Sunny over and over again! She’s the best in Chicago and you’re missing out if you don’t come here. The hair extension work she did for me was amazing and I haven’t been able to find anyone else as good as her! (I haven’t been able to go to her because I travel a lot and had to use substitutes) The salon I went to in DC, took out the hair extensions she put in for me 6 months later and said «whoever dyed your hair and did your extensions did a remarkable job» I agree! :)

People were not lying about Sunny! I went in because a stylist at KE Salon really messed up on my hair. It was badddd… I ended up going to KE because I didn’t want to wait for an appointment, but that was a terrible mistake. I really wasn’t sure if even Sunny could fix it, but she did! I walked out feeling like a million bucks! Having someone that does good work on Asian hair is hard to find, and I think for the first time in my life, I may stick with one stylist.

This review is MOSTLY for eyelashes. 4.5
However. Sunny is the owner, and I had called to make an appt for extensions. She was so sweet and personable. It was like getting on the phone to talk to one of my friends. Great customer service! I was excited to try both eyelashes and have color done, based on the amazing results I’d seen, both on Unilocal and on their instagram (@thebeehivechicago.) She sounded very confident in being able to establish the blue-​black I’ve been vying for, but never been able to achieve at other salons, like Asha. I was super excited because my friend got some beautiful eyelash extensions from Maribeth, at an affordable price ($ 150-​$ 175). Come to find out, through their instagram… I’ve had two additional friends who’ve frequented this salon, and I didn’t know about. hair and makeup results were amazing. Why have I been kept out of the loop! But that generated a buzz… they’ve got somethin good goin on here.
She gave me a number for Maribeth to set up an appointment directly. I had left a voicemail on Thursday and Saturday, to no avail. My friend recommended me to try texting, and i was able to reach her easily.
My appointment was set up for Wednesday. My friend actually prepped me pretty well for what to expect. Don’t wear eye makeup, don’t workout afterwards… Maribeth did give me some pre-​warning, but wasn’t quite as clear. She ended up overbooking me, and I had to come back an hour later after my appointment. Because of this, she only charged me for the «classic» eyelash extensions at $ 150, rather than charge me $ 170 for the volumizing kind, which is what I received.
Regardless… Maribeth was very sweet and patient for my appointment. I do eye makeup every day, butsomehow my eyes were twitchy and uncooperative, and i couldn’t get them to relax. I’m sure eye was a difficult client since it made the extensions difficult to apply.
STILL. I loved the results. She was very knowledgable and had no problems answering any of my questions. I only wished they extended further towards the outer corners of my eye… it feels like they stop short. She said I didn’t have much eyelashes at the corner to work with. so hopefully on a refill appointment, that can be remedied.
I’ve already gotten so many compliments, and I think I’m hooked. I don’t think I can go back to being without a full set of lashes. She assured me that different looks can be achieved, based on eyelash placement. I can’t wait to see the outcome!
They feel nearly weightless. It’s been 4 days, and I haven’t seen very much fallout. Once was due to accidental eye rubbing (within 24 hours, and I’m sure the adhesive hadn’t set). And the second time was today, 4 days later, where I woke up and I was probably sleeping on my side or stomach.
I’ll definitely be back for more!

I heard back from Sunny after my last review and she apologized for my experience. I came in for another appointment and I am much happier with my results after that! Monica did an awesome job on my hair, and I can’t wait to go back for my hair cut and more highlights. Finally back on the road to blonde. Thank you Sunny and Beehive for your excellent customer service and kindness to me :-) you made everything right, and it shows you truly care about the clients!

Got my hair done here! I had an ombré done with previously dyed purple/​black hair. Sunny did an amazing job and I’ve been receiving compliments since. I am pretty crazy when it comes to my hair so it says a lot that i left happy.

I got highlights and a haircut with Anna. First of all, her chair-​side manner is awesome. We’ve all had an experience with a stylist where making conversation feels stilted and awkward. This is not at all the case with Anna. I was with her for more than two hours and we seriously couldn’t stop talking.
As for my highlights, I was happy initially. But once I left the salon and saw them in different lighting, I began to feel like they were a little too bright and not as blended as I wanted. So I called to make another appointment. Anna corrected my color free of charge, and now that she added toner the color is absolutely perfect. I haven’t loved my hair color this much in years. I’d also like to add that their services are priced very reasonably. I’ll definitely be back!

My cousin and I walked into beehive very excited because of the great reviews we had read, but unfortunately we didn’t leave too happy. Let me start off by saying Sunny is very sweet& made us feel very welcomed. The problem came when our hair was done. I went in for an ombré within my natural hair color & I had showed a picture from the beehives Instagram page so I knew what I wanted. At first I really liked it, but it could’ve been the lighting at the salon. The next morning I straightened my hair & my hair looks exactly the same as it did before & very streaky. For what I paid plus tip, I’m not happy with what I have.

It’s so hard to find a stylist who listens! Sunny is so patient and will make sure she is on the same page as you. I walked out of her salon feeling like a million bucks!
I’m excited to see my hair transitions with her :)
Thanks again Sunny!

Do yourself a favor and go to this salon! Beginning to end, I had nothing short of a fantastic experience!
Sunny gave me a fantastic ombré with lavender extensions for a pop of color, and it looks absolutely amazing. Hands down, the best color I have ever had done!
On top of Sunny’s talents with color, the ladies here are warm and kind, and the place is adorable. I will definitely be back, and I recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

I have so much love for Sunny (owner of The Beehive Boutique, stylist & color guru).
She has been doing my hair for over 8 years. 8 years! And, I have never doubted her– nor will I ever. I have naturally black hair — and she’s taking me to fire engine red — to platinum blonde — to black and back to blonde. Throughout all the years and processes, my hair has held on to its integrity! She is the absolute best! Her eye for color is extraordinary.
I’ve recommended Sunny to all of my friends and colleagues. Everyone absolutely loves their hair after paying a visit to Sunny.
The staff there are all warm and welcoming. I take a lot of pride in my hair. I always look forward to my next visit at The Beehive! It is always such a pleasant and wonderful experience!
You won’t be disappointed after paying a visit to the Beehive!

Went in to have Maribeth do my brows. She did the makeup at my wedding a few years back, and did an awesome job — so I trust her.
And I’m glad I do! She did an awesome job on my brows, and charges less than the bigger chain salons like Ulta. Not to mention, this place is in my neighborhood and takes me 5 mins to get to. It is also smaller, way cuter, and more personal than a big store.
Overall, I am very happy with the work she did. My brows don’t look all crooked and thin… she did exactly what I asked. I am way, WAY EXCITED to have finally found someone who does a great job. I am very much looking forward to going here again.

Wow!!! Sunny rocks! I came here on a recommendation from a friend and am so happy I did. I have serious trust issues with hair stylists especially doing color and Sunny did an amazing job. She is very knowledgeable and knows what formulas to use to get the exact look you want. I went from brown with blonde highlights to a cherry coke color. She told me she needed to double process the hair color so it wouldn’t fade too quickly. I appreciate that she thought about not just the color but the maintenance.
I was also apprehensive because I have Latina hair which is thick and reacts to color differently (tends to turn orange). Sunny gave me a great blow out and overall look.
Really pleased with everything.

Sometimes it’s hard to find someone who understands your hair. I’ve waited a little while to finally commit to letting sunny do my hair and she did not fall short of perfection. She is wonderful, gifted, and talented ! And she loves what she does!!!
I love my hair! Thanks Sunny!

Sunny is amazing with hair, I love her!!! She takes time to listen to what you’re looking for and bump out ridiculously amazing results (better than the pictures I showed!). Her salon is trendy and super comfortable. Sunny is extremely easy to talk to, her conversations aren’t forced. I’ve had my hair dyed once and cried from the results. I trusted Sunny after seeing the work she did on my friends hair. She gave me exactly what I wanted, my hair was healthy even after my third session to get it as light as it got.
Maribeth is amazing too! She does the eyelashes and makeup there, I had my first set of eyelashes with her and fell head over heels! I feel so naked without them. She was very detailed and explained everything she was doing as well as aftercare and what to avoid.
Easy parking out in front or side streets to avoid the meter. I was there for over 2 hours (parked on the side street to avoid having to run out and feed the meter) which did NOT feel like it because they make you feel so comfortable!
HIGHLY recommend!!!

I LOVE SUNNY!!! She’s very professional, detail-​oriented, and provides great services.
She’s master on ombré, so don’t forget to bring in pictures of your dream hair.
I came in today for the first time getting ombré. O.M.G! I just can’t stop and won’t stop looking at my hair now. My hair look stunning, healthy, and exactly how I wanted. She will explains everything throughout the process, and you will be so relax and don’t have to worries or questions about how the look will turns out at the end. She will take her time creating the looks, but also make it look easy.
Beside Sunny’s works. The salon is very cute and cozy. Everything are organized and convenient to work with. Most of all, one word «clean». This salon is so clean, not like you will find hair everywhere on the floor like some other places.
She’s great, definitely coming back!

Loved this place I’m a hairstylist myself and I’m very picky about my hair and Senada did an amazing job!!! I feel like a
Princess/​mermaid with my new violet/​red hair color!

The Beehive puts the B in Blonde! :) I have gotten my hair done by Sunny for awhile now, mainly because she is so talented and knowledgable when it comes to coloring hair, but also for her uplifting attitude she has while working her magic.
Her salon definitely makes me feel at home and happy. The space is very intimate and you really feel like you’re getting the V.I.P. treatment. I always feel like a model coming out of the salon. Highly recommend it for a self pampering day! The prices are a lot better then the expensive downtown salons. Also I always find parking for free, which adds to the sound mind experience. :)